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Top therapists in New York accepting new patients
Whether you're in New York City or upstate, Headway connects you with 8,554 licensed providers ready to support your mental health goals. Many providers offer free consultations, and with 70+ insurance plans accepted, flexible scheduling, and average savings of 75%, quality care is within reach.
“My approach to therapy is listening and learning what your needs are and applying my skillset to your mindset and see what a lovely picture we can create.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is focused on developing genuine relationships that are collaborative and empathic, so clients can feel safe, understood, and supported in sessions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I create space for mental health awareness and care rooted in mindfulness practice and the concept of emotional-intelligence as a set of skills that can be developed and strengthened throughout the lifespan.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
You don't need to figure your mental health out alone.
I work with adults dealing with a range of issues, most commonly anxiety, depression, difficulty adjusting and relationship issues. I also offer a specialty of ADHD treatment.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I work with individuals and couples who want a safe, accepting space to better understand what they're going through, strengthen coping tools, and begin making meaningful changes that support healing and growth.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I take a relational personal approach and have a cutting edge toolbox of coping tools ex. tapping and somatic exercises...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Together, we will work collaboratively to address personal, environmental, and systemic factors that impact day-to-day life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My integrative approach addresses interpersonal and multicultural issues. My goal is to help clients develop greater awareness, decrease maladaptive behaviors...”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
“I have held both supervisory & staff psychologist positions with Harlem Hospital, Interfaith Medical Center, On-Site Psychological Services, and the Westchester Institute for Training & Recovery.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I have centered my work around my clients with empathy throughout my 15 years as an empathetic therapist eager to support your needs.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My role is to walk alongside you—helping you reconnect with your strengths, deepen your insight, and create a more grounded, healthy, and fulfilling life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My style is warm, attentive, and direct. Clients often tell me they feel truly heard and supported, while also gently challenged to grow.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Stress management
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My goal is to build trust, foster connection, and empower clients to thrive as their authentic selves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Clients can expect to walk away from our sessions with clarity, confidence, and a better understanding of themselves and their situation.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“In the past 10 years, specializing in Christian Therapy, has provided a safe space for clients to speak freely of their faith and utilizing this approach to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and their self-worth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I have worked within the mental health field as a school psychologist and a licensed mental health professional for almost 30 years. my experience includes, but is not limited to, anxiety, depression, children and adolescents, parenting skills, self-esteem, empowerment, life transitions, and divorce.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am passionate about evidence-based therapies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and mindfulness-based approaches.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe, that together we will plan coping techniques and strategies to help you face and overcome your daily stressors and manage the symptoms that impact your functioning.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a safe holding environment that will allow you to establish a healthy sense of self and be the best version of yourself.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My goal of every session is to also make sure that each individual feels validated, heard and understood.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative — centered on building a genuine therapeutic partnership where complex life issues can be faced honestly, goals can be identified, and real steps can be taken toward the future.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I integrate elements of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I take a holistic approach to your mental health, examining all aspects of your life to create an individualized care plan.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a PhD in clinical psychology, I have the formal knowledge and experience, but more importantly I've lived through most of the situations listed above.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I offer a warm and safe space for reflection and growth. Together, we'll work on regulating intense emotions, restoring inner energy, and rebuilding trust in your own strengths.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My training is in a variety of approaches, including relational, cognitive-behavioral, family systems, mindful self-compassion and dialectical-behavioral therapies.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, active, and entirely person-centered. In our sessions, you can expect a nonjudgmental and safe space to unpack your thoughts.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My style is direct, warm, and creative. I function as your guide, combining evidence-based approaches in a way that is tailored to your unique needs and personality, and done in a way that feels natural.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I am committed to helping clients learn new skills to build stronger, healthier relationships, increase emotional expression, and gain confidence with themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“Focusing on a person's strengths helps empower them/build self esteem. Changing intrusive thoughts with positive thinking helps deal with feelings of depression & anxiety.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“Because I believe in working on what's important to you, I utilize a client-centered approach where you are respected...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm committed to creating an atmosphere of safety, comfort, and respect for individuality while providing space for positive transformation.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My practice is centered on listening intently to my patients, fostering collaboration, and providing compassionate care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I have experience personally and professionally with depression, anxiety, emotion regulation and dealing with trauma.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I'm direct and may challenge you with tough questions, but I do it with purpose and when I sense you're ready.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Empathy and understanding are at the heart of my practice, as I believe that genuine connection is key to fostering growth, resilience, and healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe it is important to feel heard, validated, and understood. We need to feel purposeful and that we matter.”
Anxiety, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe change happens when we learn to overcome our challenges and communicate our thoughts and feelings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I provide a safe, supportive space where you or your child can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My goal is to provide a calm, supportive environment where you feel comfortable opening up and exploring your experiences without fear of judgment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists serving New York
Number of therapists serving New York
8,485+
Average years in practice
9 years
Top specialties offered
- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 86%Stress management
- 81%Relationship issues
- 75%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 96%Aetna
- 85%Cigna
- 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 76%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 53%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
- 98%English
- 11%Spanish
- 2%Russian
- 1%Hebrew
- 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 81%Woman
- 18%Man
- 1%Non-binary
License types
- 48%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 28%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 9%Nurse Practitioner
- 8%Clinical Psychologist
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 28%Family therapy
- 17%Couples therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing an Anxiety Therapist in New York
Searching for therapists in New York means choosing from a wide range of licensed professionals across urban, suburban, and rural areas. Your options may vary depending on where you live, what kind of support you want, and whether you prefer in-person or virtual sessions. If you’re looking for care related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions, start by looking for a therapist whose listed specialties match your needs. Provider bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.
Location and schedule matter, too. A therapist in New York City may offer different appointment options than one in Buffalo, Albany, or the Hudson Valley, and virtual therapy can help broaden your search beyond nearby offices. Some people prefer meeting in person, while others prefer the flexibility of virtual appointments from home. As you compare therapists, look at appointment availability, whether they offer free phone consultations, and how they describe their session style. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand how a therapist communicates, what they focus on, and whether their approach fits what you’re looking for.
The cost of mental health care in New York varies, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps make that process easier by showing therapists who are accepting new patients, verifying your insurance, and estimating your out-of-pocket cost before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with 100+ insurance plans, and you can confirm coverage based on your location and specific plan. Browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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