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Whether you're in New York City or upstate, Headway connects you with 9,017 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.

Tracey Fillmore

Tracey Fillmore

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy is down to earth, compassionate, and honest. I am unique in my approach as I often use self-disclosure as a way to relate to someone's experience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Anna Halliday

Anna Halliday

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My passion is connecting people with self-compassion and a gentle understanding of why we do what we do.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lorette Cristino

Lorette Cristino

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My style is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused. I meet clients where they are, helping them gain clarity, build confidence, and take meaningful steps toward the life they want.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Jones

Melissa Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Buffalo, NY


I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, teens, young adults navigating life transitions, adults, couples, and families of all backgrounds. I am passionate about helping individuals and families move toward the lives they want to build, and I especially enjoy working with children - teaching skills and laying a strong foundation they can rely on when challenges arise.

I obtained my Master's Degree from Canisus University in 2013 and have been working with diverse populations.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Garraffa

Lauren Garraffa

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I take an integrative, person-centered, and trauma-informed approach. I incorporate various evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jenise English

Jenise English

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My style of therapy is eclectic and I use different modalities to help someone navigate their presenting problems or topics they want to discuss.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Madelynne McCauley

Madelynne McCauley

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to empower my clients with tools and insights that can facilitate positive change and enhance their overall ability to manage lives challenges in the day to day.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nikita Dow

Nikita Dow

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a licensed clinical social worker in New York with over fifteen years of experience working as a therapist and a coach. I support clients navigating depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, OCD, parenting problems, career challenges, and life transitions.

I've worked with adolescents, couples, and families and I value creating a space where clients feel safe, understood and supported. I'm direct, yet compassionate, and I am not afraid to help you explore the "elephant in the room" so we can get to the root of what's keeping you stuck.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Paul Pasternak

Paul Pasternak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Buffalo, NY


“I've worked with a wide range of individuals; people suffering from severe chronic mental health disabilities, children and families, and adults seeking to bring positive change to their lives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Meghan Dalton

Meghan Dalton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brooklyn, NY


“I incorporate mindfulness skills to facilitate meaningful explorations of the past, as well as how to return to one's present moment resources.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Gongora

Diana Gongora

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • High Falls, NY


“My mission is to meet you where you are, supporting you in developing new tools for coping with daily challenges and creating lasting change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Culley

Jennifer Culley

Therapist

Virtual • Carmel Hamlet, NY


“My goal is that every client leaves their session with a sense of being heard, respected, and empowered.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Valerie Revolus

Valerie Revolus

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Albertson, NY


“Her passion in life has become to normalize mental health and to allow people to feel safe expressing themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Stewart

Lauren Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and empathetic, aiming to create a safe space for the unique needs of each individual.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Morgan McGregor

Morgan McGregor

Therapist

Virtual • Vestal, NY


“My goal for the first session is to build a genuine connection with each client and provide space for them to share what has brought them to therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Aleen Boyd-Mckoy

Dr. Aleen Boyd-Mckoy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


Dr. Aleen Boyd’s passion is to help others achieve wellness. She’s a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 18 years of experience serving both inpatient and outpatient facilities within New York City. Dr. Boyd specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of adults with a range of mental health issues.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Brianna Schussler

Brianna Schussler

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I will work with you to understand the heart of an issue by peeling back the layers, to build an increased sense of confidence in navigating life's challenges and healthier thinking patterns.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jennifer LoPiano

Jennifer LoPiano

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I especially enjoy working with high-functioning adults who are accustomed to managing everything but may be struggling to sustain that pace.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyssa Pammer

Alyssa Pammer

Therapist

Virtual • Staten Island, NY


I am Alyssa Pammer, M.A., LMHC working as a therapist at New York Psychological Practice. I am in direct coordination with Dr. Virginia Boga, Ph.D. In this practice, we work with anxiety, depression, Autism/ADHD, relationship issues, life stressors, trauma, and more. The bond between therapist and client is essential to the healing process. We can work together to see what works, allowing a unique, individualized approach for everyone. It helps you to be able to process your feelings and obtain realistic skills and coping tools in order to manage and regulate your emotions. You deserve to feel happy and confident!

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Colonial Youth And Family Services Kimberly Andrejkovics

Colonial Youth And Family Services Kimberly Andrejkovics

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Moriches, NY


“I believe in meeting a client where they are and working alongside them to assist with identifying goals to focus on.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Orlando Bosch

Orlando Bosch

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Everyone's story is unique and is deserving of an individualized approach to their painful and often debilitating circumstance.”
Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Robert Rosenthal

Robert Rosenthal

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I honor the uniqueness of my patients and celebrate the qualities which make them particularly remarkable.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jonathan Kent

Dr. Jonathan Kent

Psychologist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I am a clinical psychologist specializing in scientifically validated treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ariella Peist

Ariella Peist

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I draw on a mix of methods including CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic work rather than sticking to a single framework.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sashay Harraway

Sashay Harraway

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My role is to help you understand the deeper patterns shaping how you think, feel, and show up in your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Mark Macor

Dr. Mark Macor

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I'm intentional of being considerate of and sensitive to the stories, identities, and backgrounds of each client I connect with during therapy...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeremy Herring

Jeremy Herring

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in supporting individuals through life transitions, emotional regulation, and healing from complex experiences, especially within diverse and underrepresented communities.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Wilson

Samantha Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I offer an integrative combination of mindfulness, somatic techniques, strength-based, and compassion-focused approaches...”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Sheela Thomas

Dr. Sheela Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I believe in listening deeply, collaborating closely, and creating treatment plans that feel supportive, clear, and empowering.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carrie Van Schaick

Carrie Van Schaick

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that people have the capacity for change. Often it is difficult to find the tools on our own to heal.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jason Fox

Jason Fox

Therapist

Virtual • Blauvelt, NY


“I believe that effective therapy begins with the client-therapist relationship. My goal is to facilitate growth through a client-centered approach.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dariela Vasquez

Dariela Vasquez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Welcome, I’m Dariela Vasquez, a first-generation Latina (Dominican) woman living in New York State. As a somatic liberation therapist, I’ve spent over 10 years guiding women as they grow confidence in themselves, in their decisions & in their relationships.

I specialize in:

  • -Childhood trauma & Grief
  • -Depression
  • -Intergenerational trauma & Ancestral Healing
  • -Body Trauma
  • -Women's Health
  • -First-generation Mental Health
  • -Grief/ Loss
  • -Therapy for Mental Health Professionals & Graduate Students

I offer a space where you can take off the armor and feel truly seen and held. The space I hold is not a one-size-fits-all approach; I work with you and support you as you grow a life that feels like yours. Every part of you is welcomed and embraced as we listen deeply and learn together how to honor yourself.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tynesha Wright-Lindo

Tynesha Wright-Lindo

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“With a Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary and Masters of Social Work from Rutgers University, I specialize in listening to the inner you--your spirit and your heart.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jose Alvear

Jose Alvear

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that primarily works with people who suffer from body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) like trichotillomania and skin picking disorder.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Harris

Barbara Harris

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to help you through a therapeutic alliance to realize your full potential for a healthier and holistic lifestyle.”
Trauma, Women's issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Breen

Dr. Jennifer Breen

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I am a holistic, integrative practitioner who provides empathic, supportive, non-judgmental, compassionate and collaborative care...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Kallman

Susan Kallman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I will approach our sessions from a place of non judgment and compassion; and aim to provide affirming and empowering support.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elisa Lee

Dr. Elisa Lee

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in working with those struggling with life transitions, identity issues, and racial/cultural concerns, in particular, Asian American experiences.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kerry Callender

Kerry Callender

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I offer a safe and non-judgmental harm reduction approach to care. We go at your pace, always keeping your goals in mind.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sara Grisales Jaramillo

Sara Grisales Jaramillo

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Welcome! If you’re here, you’ve already taken an important step toward understanding yourself and creating meaningful change. With over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, I’ve worked with diverse individuals navigating complex personal and relational challenges.

Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, high-functioning individuals who may appear to have everything together externally, yet internally feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or weighed down by anxiety, life transitions, trauma, chronic illness, or loss. I aim to create a space where you can show up as your full, authentic self without judgment.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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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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