Kay Sarduy

Hello and bienvenido/a. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy should feel like a space where you can exhale, feel understood, and show up exactly as you are without judgment.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in authenticity. I understand that life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress, self esteem issues, life transitions, or simply trying to reconnect with yourself. Life is hard enough. Therapy should not feel like another place where you have to pretend everything is fine.

I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds. As a bilingual clinician, I value creating a culturally sensitive and inclusive environment where clients feel seen, heard, and comfortable being themselves. Yes, even if “being yourself” currently means overthinking every text message you send.

I believe healing is not about becoming a different person. It’s about understanding yourself more deeply, building healthier patterns, and learning how to move through life with greater clarity and confidence.

Starting therapy can feel intimidating, but you do not have to figure everything out alone. And no, you do not need to have your entire life together before starting therapy either.

Outside of therapy, I’m a proud New Yorker who loves music, good conversations, and cheering on the Yankees and Knicks through both the celebrations and the heartbreaks. I believe authenticity, humor, and connection matter just as much in life as they do in therapy.

My therapeutic style is supportive, conversational, and insight oriented. I strive to create a comfortable environment where clients feel safe exploring their thoughts, emotions, and experiences at their own pace.

I use a person centered approach while incorporating evidence based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, strength based therapy, and trauma informed care when appropriate. I believe therapy works best when there is a genuine connection, trust, and collaboration between therapist and client.

Together, we work toward identifying patterns, developing healthier coping strategies, improving emotional awareness, and creating meaningful change that feels realistic and sustainable. Sometimes that work is deep and emotional, and sometimes it’s realizing your anxiety has somehow convinced you that replying to one email is equivalent to climbing Mount Everest.

I understand that no two people are the same, which is why I tailor therapy to each individual’s unique needs and goals.

Clients can expect a warm, supportive, and judgment free space where they can be themselves without feeling pressured to have everything figured out. The first session is about getting to know you, understanding what brought you to therapy, and helping you feel comfortable. Think less “awkward interview” and more honest conversation with someone who’s genuinely there to help.

This is your space, and finding the right therapist matters. If you decide I’m not the right fit for you, that’s okay too. I always encourage clients to choose someone they truly connect with, and there is strength in advocating for what feels right for you. I would want the same.