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Derek Bakay

Therapist
20 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Physical health issues, Men's issues
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in Syracuse, NY with over 15 years of experience in counseling, mentoring and supervision. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, career and education counseling, and disability adjustment issues.

My approach to therapy

I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults of all ages who may be dealing with depression, stress, and anxiety, disability adjustment issues, and career and academic difficulties. I work to help my clients navigate these challenging times and transition periods and to build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook on life.

What you can expect from me

My approach to therapy is to work with you to develop real and empowering solutions. I am interested in you as a person and look forward to tailoring our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs, goals, and experience, and build upon success.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Man
  • My style is
    Warm, Solution Oriented, Direct

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    20 years of experience
  • Training
    MSEd (Master of Science in Education) at Syracuse University
  • License type
    CPC (Clinical Professional Counselor) (Nevada), LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (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, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Physical health issues, Men's issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Structural Family, Humanistic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English