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Atiyana Ivy

Therapist
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Panic disorders
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Looking for direction? If anxiety, stress, depression, or life transitions have left you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your next steps, you’re not alone. Many people come to therapy wanting support but also hoping for guidance and a clearer path forward. My goal is to help you better understand what’s keeping you stuck, identify meaningful goals, and begin moving toward the life you want to create.

Clients often reach out when they’re:

  • Feeling stuck and unsure of what to do next
  • Overwhelmed by stress and daily responsibilities
  • Struggling with anxiety or constant worry
  • Navigating a major life transition
  • Experiencing depression, low motivation, or emotional exhaustion
  • Looking for more clarity, direction, or purpose
  • Having difficulty managing emotions
  • Struggling with self-esteem or confidence
  • Having relationship or communication challenges
  • Finding it difficult to set healthy boundaries

My approach to therapy

People often worry they’ll run out of things to say, struggle to know where to start, or have had therapy experiences that felt directionless. I strive to help remove that pressure by providing direction and focus while remaining flexible to what’s most important to you. Together, we’ll identify clear goals and use each session with intention and purpose. Sessions may include psychoeducation, coping skills, reflection exercises, and evidence-based strategies tailored to your unique needs and goals.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, we’ll work on getting to know you and understanding your goals, challenges, and what you hope to gain from therapy. This session is about understanding you, building trust, and beginning to create a plan that feels supportive, structured, and focused on progress at a pace that feels manageable for you.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Holistic, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Binghamton 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, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Panic disorders
  • Therapy methods
    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English