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Alpana Patel

Therapist(She/Her)
8 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a licensed clinical social worker and have my masters degree in social work from Columbia University. My clinical orientation is intersectional and holistic. I use a strengths-based approach that empowers my clients to cope with their circumstances and bring positive changes into their lives. I specialize in trauma treatment.

My approach to therapy

I firmly believe that everyone deserves to share their story in a nonjudgmental and supportive context while gaining insight into the impact their experiences have on their lives. I also believe that unconditional regard for your client is the bedrock of a healthy therapeutic relationship. My core values of the inherent value and dignity of human life and the basic human right to live a healthy and safe life are truly at the core of my clinical orientation and approach.

What you can expect from me

believe that the client is the expert of their story and I approach the process as a partnership. Before I even start an intake, I encourage clients to ask me any questions about my professional background or the process of therapy. Additionally, I also let them know that they can choose to share what they want with me only if/when they feel safe and comfortable doing so.

About me

  • I identify as
    South Asian, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Holistic, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    MSSW (Master of Science in Social Work) at Columbia University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Eating disorders, Family issues, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Structural Family, Trauma Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral, Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Attachment Based, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Seeking Safety
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu