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Elyse Fernandez

Therapist(she/hers/ella)
3 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Stress management, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

I am currently accepting new clients and specialize in supporting women’s mental health, including challenges related to self-esteem, body image, relationships, and challenges with life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your experiences, reconnect with your strengths, and find a greater sense of balance and fulfillment. Together we’ll work to help you feel more centered, self-assured, and at peace in your mind and body.

My approach to therapy

I take an eclectic approach that combines skill-based, person-centered, and evidence-based practices to strengthen problem-solving abilities, encourage behavioral activation, and build effective stress management strategies.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect to feel empowered, equipped with problem-solving skills, and ready to tackle challenges head-on.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Black or African descent, Hispanic, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Warm, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    Other at Wurzweiler School of Social Work
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Georgia, New York)
  • Licensed in
    Georgia, New York
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Stress management, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Maternal mental health, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Seeking Safety, Gestalt, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Behavioral Activation (BA), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Play, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Behavior Modification, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Behavioral
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English