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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 9,077 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.

Yazmin Pena

Yazmin Pena

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I prefer to use a holistic approach and look to partner with you in the way in which you'd like treatment to proceed.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicholas Hakimi

Nicholas Hakimi

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe healing happens through a combination of self-understanding, practical tools, and a strong therapeutic relationship.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Burns

Brian Burns

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in psychiatric medication management for adults, with over 12 years of experience as a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Shirel Bennett

Shirel Bennett

Therapist

Virtual • New York


After graduating with my masters from Barry University in Miami, Fl, I moved to New York where I have been practicing for the past few years. I am a trauma-informed therapist who works with adults of all ages and stages to help reduce their mental health concerns. I work primarily with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and have a history of trauma. My goal is for my clients to work through their challenges, heal their trauma, and live their best lives.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jeremy Novich

Dr. Jeremy Novich

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I have specialized training helping people struggling with substance use and other compulsive behavior difficulties as well as supporting their family members.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Desiree Dickens

Desiree Dickens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Staten Island, NY


I am an LMHC in New York. I have been in private practice since 2015. I obtained my Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2012 and began working in a residential setting, providing services to adults with chronic mental illness and substance use disorders, receiving numerous promotions along the way. After 11 years, I decided to move onto something new, obtaining a position as a Clinical Director in an outpatient clinic. I recently decided to pursue my private practice full time.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Devon Baris

Devon Baris

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is provide an open and warm space to allow you to feel comfortable expressing and exploring your past and present.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Bastien

Carol Bastien

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy is strength-based and solution-focused. You deserve a life that is meaningful and rewarding.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ehresmann

Jennifer Ehresmann

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded, helping you better understand your patterns, strengthen your relationships, and move toward a more aligned version of yourself.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Desiree Linton

Desiree Linton

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“The therapy space is empathetic and nonjudgmental to safely explore thoughts, emotions, behavior and relationships.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Keeney

Dr. Elizabeth Keeney

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I offer empathic understanding in the context of honesty and respect with a supportive therapeutic inquiry that provides the safety to drop defenses, to feel, to remember, to experience and to integrate all that you truly are and can become.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Ashwin Gautam

Dr. Ashwin Gautam

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I am experienced in providing multimodal treatment, including acceptance and mindfulness-based, cognitive-behavior therapy, and whole health interventions (e.g., meditation).”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Valerie Testa

Valerie Testa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Amherst, NY


Life presents pain and uncertainty. To learn and live by a perspective that takes you beyond ego, is to find meaning in your suffering as you sit with discomfort and take a closer look at your experience with vulnerability. Finding balance within yourself is not gained through the absence of worry and adversity-it’s discovered through a process of understanding and practicing self- acceptance and self-compassion while in the midst of life struggles. Let's explore your relationship with the negative aspects of human experience. As you look inward with honesty and without harsh judgement you can find yourself closer to your true self.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Ehresmann

Jennifer Ehresmann

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy should be a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Barbara Massaro

Barbara Massaro

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a grief and trauma therapist who works to empower my clients so they can manage grief, trauma, anxiety, and relationship challenges.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Rachael Murphy

Dr. Rachael Murphy

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New York


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I am a board-certified Psychiatrist (medical doctor) providing virtual care throughout NY and PA. I taper medications. This means most of my patients want to safely reduce or ultimately stop taking psychiatric medications, and I guide them through that process safely and at their own pace. I include therapy in my 30-min follow up sessions, though do not offer weekly 1-hour therapy sessions. Many of my patients also work with a therapist.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, OCD
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charlie McNess

Charlie McNess

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


I work with individuals and couples. I am drawn to those who seek treatment due to shifts in identity, emerging adulthood, and the challenges that come with the inevitable changes in our lives. I particularly enjoy and have experience working with the LGBTO+, trans and non-binary community. Topics in this area could include patients seeking support around gender identity, sexuality, transition-related experiences, family and relationship concerns, and minority stress. I work with patients who may be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, uncertain, stuck in old patterns, or unsure how to move through a period of change.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kim Schneiderman

Kim Schneiderman

Therapist

Virtual • Poughkeepsie, NY


“I take a collaborative and intuitive approach, blending Internal Family Systems (IFS) with narrative therapy, mindfulness, and for those who are interested, tools like writing and the enneagram.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Thomas Cantey

Dr. Thomas Cantey

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I do this work because in today's world, the best thing I think I can do is help people — in particular, to become the best and most capable versions of themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Julianne Spano

Julianne Spano

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I offer a warm, culturally responsive, and trauma informed space where you can show up as you are, understand yourself more deeply, and create meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amynah Dharani

Amynah Dharani

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“My work is grounded in evidence-based care and focuses on helping clients build emotional awareness, practical coping skills, and resilience in everyday life.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Attiya Awadallah

Attiya Awadallah

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My style is collaborative, clear, and active. I will not sit silently and simply nod while you do all the talking.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kathleen Higgins

Kathleen Higgins

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“When you choose to work with me, you can expect a therapeutic partnership that is built on trust, empathy, and a commitment to your well-being.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Vicki Dauphinais

Vicki Dauphinais

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Plattsburgh, NY


“My style is warm, compassionate, and friendly to create a comfortable environment for you to trust me and the process of your healing journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Amelia Swanson

Dr. Amelia Swanson

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


I have a PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Miami, completed my internship at Yale School of Medicine and my fellowship at CHA/Harvard Medical School. I have worked as faculty at UMASS and Northwestern Schools of Medicine. I have specialized training in health psychology including cancer, autoimmune disease, GI disease, infertility, third party reproduction, pregnancy loss, peripartum mental health, adjustment to parenting. I help with anxiety, depression, ADHD and burnout.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sean McGraw

Sean McGraw

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Have you ever wondered why your life doesn't feel like you thought it would? Like you want it to? Maybe you've lost touch with you are, or maybe you never had the opportunity to figure it out. You're sick of feeling anxious, unfulfilled, and on autopilot in your life and relationships and you want it to change. To be more enjoyable. More aligned. I get it. I am here to help you navigate your current struggles with compassion and without judgment to hopefully get you to where you're feeling good, and feeling like your authentic self. I've helped hundreds of clients from diverse backgrounds, and would be honored to hear your story.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chinna Iheakaram

Chinna Iheakaram

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I take a direct yet compassionate approach, blending therapeutic techniques with practical insights.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Goldie Gotesman

Goldie Gotesman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, collaborative, practical, and goal-oriented. I use evidence based approaches including CBT, DBT-informed skills, mindfulness, and strength-based strategies...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alyssa Clevinger

Alyssa Clevinger

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a graduate of Columbia University, School of Social work in 2011, and obtained my first clinical licensure in 2017. I specialize in Eating Disorders, Trauma and Anxiety/ Depressive disorders. I utilize Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral therapy modalities.

Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tamoya Thomas

Tamoya Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I believe treatment works best when you feel heard, understand your options, and have an active role in decisions about your care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Gabrielle Teller

Gabrielle Teller

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe in harnessing the unique power of each person to create a personalized, individual approach to their treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dorothy Hubbard

Dorothy Hubbard

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I believe that therapy is collaborative. Together we will find and root out the patterns which are no longer serving you.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Laura Ardeljan

Laura Ardeljan

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I believe that everyone has the strength to overcome life's challenges, and my goal is to create a safe space, to help you uncover that inner resilience, empower you to live authentically through a compassionate and collaborative process.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicole Taub

Nicole Taub

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Syosset, NY


“I work with adults using a nonjudgmental, warm, empathic approach that supports evidence-based treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Weissman

Rachel Weissman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Drawing on 20 years of meditation and mindfulness practices to ground sessions, I create a safe space for self-acceptance and change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clara Rosario

Clara Rosario

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am here to provide a safe and open space to guide you through any challenges and difficulties and help you achieve growth and move your life forward.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tyne McCreadie

Tyne McCreadie

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I want to get to know you and your goals while offering tools and takeaways that leave you feeling heard, inspired, and ready to tackle the issues that have led you here.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yoojeong Lee

Yoojeong Lee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New York, NY


“I offer a supportive, attuned, and sustained therapeutic space where clients can slow down and better understand their internal experiences, including patterns shaped by past and present relationships.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Maria Magana

Maria Magana

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in working with autism, adhd, audhd, pathological demand avoidance (pda), chronic illness/pain trauma/cptsd, and those who struggle with suicidal ideation/self-harm.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jenna Cirbus

Jenna Cirbus

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Buffalo, NY


“I have 13 years of experience. My work has focused on individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, negative self-talk and substance abuse.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving New York

Number of therapists serving New York
There are over 9,011 therapists in New York accepting new patients.
9,011+
Average years in practice
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10 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
  • 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 77%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 50%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 2%Russian
  • 1%French
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 47%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 29%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 9%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 29%Family therapy
  • 18%Couples therapy
  • 15%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 a 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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