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Whether you're in New York City or upstate, Headway connects you with 8,508 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.

Melanie Dean

Melanie Dean

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a dedicated and compassionate mental health counselor with over nine years of professional experience in crisis management/inpatient psychiatric treatment and outpatient care. Since earning my MS in Mental Health Counseling, I have committed to providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to individuals facing a wide range of challenges to include depression, anxiety, eating disorders, as well as major life transitions.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Brill

Michael Brill

Therapist

Virtual • Kingston, NY


“I specialize in working with first responders and survivors of PTSD and trauma. I have experience in law enforcement, as well both in EMS and as a volunteer firefighter.”
Physical health issues, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Joe Belloir

Dr. Joe Belloir

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I strive to meet clients where they are in the present moment and work collaboratively with them to identify meaningful goals and create a path toward lasting improvement and fulfillment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tierney Verderami

Tierney Verderami

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I know firsthand how powerful it can be to have someone believe in your capacity to heal, especially when you can't yet see it yourself.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynn Wohland

Lynn Wohland

Therapist

Virtual • Medford, NY


“Art therapy can at times do what words may not. It's a creative and organic process within the context of consistent, compassionate support.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Molly Doherty-Vinicor

Molly Doherty-Vinicor

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My intention when working with folks is to facilitate moving away from behavioral and interpersonal patterns that hinder self-compassion.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Madailein O'Donnell

Madailein O'Donnell

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that with my own personal experiences, I can create a safe and non-judgmental environment for my clients, so that they may grow and heal.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Samantha Kaufman

Dr. Samantha Kaufman

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“My style is supportive, understanding, and nonjudgmental. I don't believe therapy is one-size-fits-all—everyone has a different story and different needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Columbia

Stephanie Columbia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bellport, NY


“I work to create a supportive and trusting environment where clients feel safe to share their experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bruce MonteLeon

Bruce MonteLeon

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to help you make meaningful, sustainable changes while building confidence and resilience.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bryna May

Bryna May

Therapist

Virtual • North Tonawanda, NY


“I help you redefine your view of barriers (I call it protection), frustration around recurring struggles, failures, shame+fears through a lens of compassion, curiosity, and courage.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicola Most

Nicola Most

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My holistic approach considers the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of each person's well-being...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kathryn Moreno

Kathryn Moreno

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Eastchester, NY


“She has extensive education and experience helping process relational issues, mood problems, and trauma.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Jermiah Jones

Jermiah Jones

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a proud member of the BIPOC and LGBTQIA communities, I strive to create a warm, affirming space where you can feel seen, supported, and free to be yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christina Lam

Christina Lam

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is situation focused and person centered. I am here to guide, listen and provide psychoeducation.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Siegman

Melissa Siegman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that personal growth lies within all of us, and I value the opportunity to work with clients to reach their goals and elicit change.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Mills

Allison Mills

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe positive and effective change can happen once we become more confident and empowered within ourselves.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adrienn Miklos

Adrienn Miklos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New York, NY


“I pride myself in building relationships with my clients, genuine relationships that are open, engaged, and unconditionally caring but honest, and seek the truth.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Bradley

Allison Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, certified by the National Board of Certified Counselors, specializing in trauma treatment and life transitions.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Haynes

Cindy Haynes

Therapist

Virtual • Rockville Centre, NY


“I primarily utilize a combination of cognitive-behavioral techniques and supportive therapy to help my patients achieve measurable, lasting change in their life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karin Deleon

Karin Deleon

Therapist

Virtual • New York


My name is Karin, I am a licensed clinical social worker with several years of experience providing effective and compassionate psychotherapy.


I utilize a Relational Cultural approach in my work with clients. I work to foster a sense of safety, and collaboration with my clients in order to meet goals and create change.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bridget Anton

Dr. Bridget Anton

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“Through a holistic approach that specializes in CBT, my clients develop new cognitive skills to manage their everyday stress and anxiety.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, OCD, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Heather Byne

Heather Byne

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I have a strong track record of helping teens and adults navigate depression, anxiety, and life transitions for over 15 years.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erik Mejia

Erik Mejia

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“A client can expect to be listened to in a deep way, understood and then in that space, work collaboratively to establish goals that are attainable.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mirabella Golod

Mirabella Golod

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Staten Island, NY


I believe that therapy can be an essential tool used to maintain a well-balanced, healthy, and fulfilling life. As a therapist, I find it important to create a safe and friendly environment. I strive to always be in tune with what you need and assist you in exploring whatever difficulty you may be experiencing.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Inesa Kichkimet

Inesa Kichkimet

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“As a health care professional since2000 I understand the connection between emotional, behavioral and physical health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Nancy Ness-lewis

Nancy Ness-lewis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clifton Park, NY


“I create a warm, compassionate, safe space for my clients to feel comfortable to delve into whatever they feel they need to address.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nora Davis

Nora Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Fayetteville, NY


“I offer a safe, supportive and collaborative space where together we work to identify your inner strength and resources to aid in your growth and change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lori Bellan

Lori Bellan

Therapist

Virtual • Huntington, NY


“I provide a safe, caring environment for my clients where we work together to build a mutually respectful and trusting relationship.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexandra Parrella

Alexandra Parrella

Therapist

Virtual • Blue Point, NY


“I practice with a mindful and holistic approach, ensuring you feel safe and supported along the way.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ian Neville

Ian Neville

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“With a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and positive psychology I use evidence-based practices to enable growth within an individual.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Benjamin Lane

Benjamin Lane

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“We will utilize a range of modalities tailored for you including mindfulness, psychodynamic, positive psychology, and cognitive behavioral approaches...”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christy Bush

Christy Bush

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Christy utilizes evidence-based practices and strength-based approach, helping her clients feel empowered and able to successfully reach their therapeutic goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Schwytzer

Jennifer Schwytzer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Geneseo, NY


“My style is compassionate and collaborative—because I believe building a strong therapeutic relationship should be a priority in the work we do.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Akotoh

Jennifer Akotoh

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm a Christian, first-generation Ghanaian-American therapist who enjoys working with emerging adults navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Pakatar

Jessica Pakatar

Therapist

Virtual • New York


As a graduate of the University at Albany with a Master's in Social Work, I have had the privilege of working in an outpatient setting for the past 12 years. In this setting I have worked with individuals that suffer from trauma, mood disorders including depression, anxiety and adjustment disorders related to life changes. In providing group, individual, family and couple's counseling I have helped individuals achieve the goals that they determine for themselves.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rachel Remes

Rachel Remes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New York, NY


I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist who works with Individual adults and adolescents, many of whom identify as LGBTQ+. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and questions of identity. I have an MSW degree from NYU, where I interned with a psychoanalytic institute. I also earned a BA in Philosophy from The New School.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Katelyn Zhinin

Katelyn Zhinin

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a queer latina, finding space to exist is difficult, I can provide a welcoming space where you will feel heard and accepted.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Diara Whitley

Dr. Diara Whitley

Psychologist

Virtual • Canandaigua, NY


“I've helped many individuals heal from childhood trauma, domestic violence, sexual abuse, physical abuse, and other forms of trauma and PTSD issues.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andy Debaun

Andy Debaun

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Every person has a unique personality and philosophy on life. Because of this, every person needs to be treated differently.”
Anger management, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving New York

Number of therapists serving New York
There are over 8,485 therapists in New York accepting new patients.
8,485+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 81%Relationship issues
  • 75%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 53%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 2%Russian
  • 1%Hebrew
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 28%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 9%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 28%Family therapy
  • 17%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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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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