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Ilona Fridson

Therapist
24 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

When you are facing challenges and adjusting to life transitions, I am here to help. As a clinician and clinical supervisor with 25 years of experience, I work with a diverse range of individuals. I have extensive experience providing support for families in crisis, parents, couples, and individuals.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is collaborative, eclectic, and holistic. I listen very carefully to my clients' narratives, while I am process oriented, I am also strategic and resourceful. I have a great appreciation and knowledge of working with immigrants, multicultural communities, and LGBTQ+. I work with a diverse range of individuals, from young adults to older population.

What you can expect from me

By choosing to work with me, you will experience a supportive and safe environment, where you can talk about your own challenges at your own pace. You will not feel judged or criticized and as a result of our interaction, you will be clearer about your own processes, feelings, thoughts and actions.

My clinical training includes hundreds of hours with nationally recognized leaders, speakers, and supervisors in the world of psychotherapy. I utilize the most recent tools and research in treatment.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    24 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Moscow State Pedagocial University, MSW (Master of Social Work) at Adelphi University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York, New Jersey, Connecticut)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Women's issues, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Attachment Based, Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Behavior Modification, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Brief Dynamic, Play, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt, Art Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Humanistic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    Russian