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Deirdre Guest

Therapist
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Dr. Deirdre Guest is a Clinical Psychologist that has practiced as a dual licensed Mental Health Counselor (NY, NJ, & GA) prior to obtaining a PhD in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Guest has experience helping individuals dealing with substance abuse issues, behavior modification, trauma, military behavioral health, stress, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, LGBTQIA+ related issues, gender identity, dual diagnoses, and autism. She also has experience with psychological and psychoeducational testing. Dr. Guest specializes in work with adult and older adult populations, utilizing a variety of theories and techniques including cognitive- behavioral therapy and person-centered therapy to help individuals to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

My approach to therapy

I employ a cognitive-behavioral and person-centered approach to assist you with rediscovering your sense of self, setting and attaining realistic goals, as well as improving your mental and emotional health.

My goal is to help you to succeed and live a healthy lifestyle. I strive to assist you with discovering your best, most authentic self.

What you can expect from me

In the first session clients can expect and empathic, non-biased, understanding space to feel comfortable with building rapport. A safe therapeutic space to share life experiences that need to be unpacked.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Solution Oriented, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Brooklyn Campus of Long Island University, MA (Master of Arts) at Brooklyn Campus of Long Island University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Georgia, New Jersey), LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, OCD, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Strength-Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English