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Ellen Fischel

Therapist
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone—and you deserve a space where you feel genuinely understood. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or simply ready for change, I provide a supportive environment where you can gain insight, build resilience, and move toward the life you want. I have experience working with children and adults at a large nonprofit mental health agency, providing culturally responsive care and collaborating closely with medical, psychiatric, and clinical teams to ensure thoughtful, individualized treatment. This background strengthened my ability to deliver care that is compassionate, effective, and tailored to your unique needs.

My approach to therapy

You are the expert on your life, and my role is to help you uncover solutions, strengthen your confidence, and create meaningful change. I take a solution-focused, supportive, and growth-oriented approach that balances understanding with action. Together, we’ll identify patterns that may be holding you back, build on your existing strengths, and develop practical tools to help you navigate challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose. My goal is to create a collaborative space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout the process.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is an opportunity for us to connect and begin building a strong foundation for our work together. We’ll explore what brought you to therapy, discuss your goals and aspirations, and identify areas where you’d like to see growth or change. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental environment where you can share at a pace that feels comfortable for you. By the end of our session, you’ll have a clearer understanding of your goals and a personalized direction for moving forward with confidence and intention.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Open Minded, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Wurzweiler School of Social Work | Yeshiva University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Connecticut, 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, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Psychoanalytic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English