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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 8,510 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.
Vulnerability to hurt, disappointment, sadness, and grief are a normal part of the human experience. In trying to make sense of these struggles, we often turn them inward, forming painful beliefs about ourselves and the world that can shape our relationships and sense of self.
I believe that a genuine, authentic therapist-client relationship has the power to heal. I'm not looking to "fix" my clients, but instead become a fellow traveler in their therapeutic process. We will work collaboratively to identify and remove both conscious and unconscious barriers that may be keeping you stuck, moving you toward a life that is meaningful, authentic, and purposeful. This may involve offering new ideas and techniques, or identifying and shifting unhelpful patterns, transforming them into more adaptive behaviors. In this safe, judgment-free space, you can reconnect to who you truly are.
I completed my graduate studies at New York University's Silver School of Social Work and have worked in both private practice where I served adult individuals and couples, and community-based settings, focused on protecting families and strengthening secure attachments. These experiences have shaped my deep respect for the ways people adapt to early relational environments—and how those adaptations can later create both resilience and pain.
I work with individuals facing depression, anxiety, OCD, relational challenges, attachment wounds, family of origin issues, patterns rooted in early family dynamics and the intergenerational effects of trauma on parenting and relationships, including narcissistic abuse.
I hold a special interest in those impacted by the issues faced by adult children of alcoholics and dysfunctional families.
I’m a graduate of Columbia University’s School of Social Work and I have been working in community mental health for more than a decade.
I specialize in helping women, millennials and high achievers with:
- Life Transitions: marriage, breakups, relationships, career changes, emerging adulthood, depression, anxiety
- Perinatal Health: depression, anxiety, adapting to new roles, IVF, infertility, body image & change
- High Achieving: perfectionism, work/life balance, imposter syndrome, competitiveness
Assata means "She who struggles" and my purpose is to serve as well as to heal. I am fully licensed, with my diagnostic privilege, in New York with 7+ years of professional work experience. I have experience working with families, individuals, couples, and children. I received my Masters of Science at LIU Brooklyn in 2017 and continued to obtain my full license in Mental Health Counseling. I cover but not limited to: Coping Skills, Depression, Family Conflict, Infidelity, Life Coaching, Marital and Premarital, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Stress. I have my Private Practice and we are honored to serve you while walking in purpose. We have therapists ready to assist and serve.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults through life's challenges. My work is rooted in creating a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves.
I specialize in trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and helping individuals navigate the impact of difficult life experiences. In addition to my clinical training, my personal experiences have shaped my understanding of resilience, healing, and the importance of meaningful connection.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking for support and growth, I am committed to helping you build on your strengths and move toward a life that feels more aligned, connected, and fulfilling.
I believe the client is the expert of their experience and aim to meet them where they are. I open my heart and expertise to create a gentle sanctuary full of empathy for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. Therapy can be awkward and scary at times; it works best when there is collaborative and trusting relationship to help clients in areas of need, while empowering them to use their strengths and learn tools to overcome difficulties. Therapy can also be rewarding a self-reflecting process, and I am honored to be a part of it for any period.
I’m Dr. Joseph Yanni, a licensed psychologist who works with teenagers, college students, young adults, adults, parents, and families navigating anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation, school and college stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I earned my Psy.D. in School Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University and continue to work as a school psychologist, supporting students with emotional disabilities in a specialized educational setting. This experience has given me a practical understanding of how emotional, academic, social, family, and developmental concerns often overlap.
I use a collaborative, practical, and integrative approach that draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, humanistic and person-centered therapy, behavioral strategies, and lifestyle-based interventions. I believe therapy should be individualized rather than following a one-size-fits-all model. Together, we work to better understand what is contributing to the concern, build practical coping skills, strengthen relationships, and develop realistic strategies that create meaningful change.
I work especially well with teenagers, college students, young adults, and parents navigating the transition from adolescence into adulthood, while also supporting adults and families facing anxiety, relationship concerns, and other important life challenges. I provide in-person therapy in Scarsdale and Pleasantville, along with virtual therapy throughout New York State.
Dr. Danielle Waldron is a clinical psychologist with years of experience working in various settings, including a college counseling center, in-patient and outpatient clinics at city and private hospitals, and community clinics. She has provided brief and long-term psychotherapy to adults presenting with various concerns including but not limited to difficulties with interpersonal conflicts, depression, anxiety, and everyday stressors.
Hi, I'm Mel Joy, a healer with 25+ years of experience witnessing how resilient people can be. We all experience ebbs & flows of transitions and struggles, while constantly evolving. Life can be both beautiful & messy, and I'm humbled and honored to help you sort through it in individual and/or group therapy. Our minds & emotions uniquely shape our perception of reality. No two people have the same experience, and there is no such thing as a "one size fits all" treatment modality. No matter how different we may be, one thing we all share is the capacity for joy & pain, and everything in between.
I’m a board-certified psychiatrist with a decade of experience working in outpatient care and hospital systems. I take a thoughtful and compassionate approach to concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. I also have expertise in the treatment of bipolar and OCD. My goal is to provide personalized and collaborative care that supports both your emotional well-being and the biological factors that affect mental health.
About our therapists serving New York



- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 86%Stress management
- 81%Relationship issues
- 75%Trauma

- 96%Aetna
- 85%Cigna
- 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 76%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 53%United Healthcare

- 98%English
- 11%Spanish
- 2%Russian
- 1%Hebrew
- 1%Mandarin

- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online

- 81%Woman
- 18%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 48%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 28%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 9%Nurse Practitioner
- 8%Clinical Psychologist
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 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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