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Alisha Ost

Therapist(She, Her)
7 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Are you looking for a safe and supportive place to explore possibilities for change, growth, and healing in your life? Whether you're struggling to make sense of traumatic life experiences, navigating relationship, family, or parenting concerns, or simply want to improve your ability to prioritize and manage your own mental health and well-being, I'm here to help. Together, we will work to build a trusting and authentic relationship where you will feel validated, supported, and empowered as you work toward your counseling goals.

My approach to therapy

I take an integrative approach that caters to the unique needs of each of my clients. Together we can decide what approach is the best fit for your mental health needs. My goal is to create a welcoming and comforting space, free from the pressure of judgment, so come as you are!

What you can expect from me

I believe healing begins in the presence of a compassionate listener, someone you can feel free to be yourself with. My goal is to help you feel comfortable and supported every step of the way.

About me

  • I identify as
    Pacific Islander, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Warm, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MSEd (Master of Science in Education) at Alfred University, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at Empire State College
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, Stress management, Anger management, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Psychoanalytic, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Positive Psychology, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Attachment Based, Humanistic, Behavior Modification
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English