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Damon Swinea

Therapist
3 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I believe in treating the whole person (mind, body, and soul) to achieve optimum wellness. Empowerment comes from within; however, I do understand how stress, depression, anxiety, phobias, OCD, and trauma can keep it dormant. My approach is to collaborate with you in a safe and welcoming environment to identify root causes, life stressors, barriers, and developing healthy tools to overcome identified issues.

My approach to therapy

I take an integrative approach, tailoring therapy to the client's needs. My style of therapy is solution-focused and a collaborative approach to help clients increase self-awareness and self-empowerment and restore wholeness in their lives.

What you can expect from me

I strongly believe it’s important to build rapport and trust as foundational to a healthy therapeutic relationship. I pride myself in being genuine, expressing empathy, having compassion, honesty, and creating a safe space for freedom of expression. I will honor your courage for seeking support by providing this environment for you and nothing less.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Man
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Hunter College, School of Social Work
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York, New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, 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, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Family issues, Stress management, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Motivational Interviewing, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English