Magdalena Medina

(she/her)

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CASAC II

Accepts

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar (Optum), Oxford (Optum), United Healthcare (Optum), and United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Specializes in

Anxiety, Cultural & Ethnic Issues, Substance Use / Addiction, Trauma, and Women's Issues

Intro Style Cost More info

Great to meet you!

As a therapist, I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and supported. I have experience helping individuals navigate various life transitions, anxiety, depression, and seeking clarity in their personal and professional lives. I have 6 years of experience helping individuals with substance abuse and mental health issues, giving me insight into a wide range of life challenges.

A bit about my approach to therapy

My therapeutic style is collaborative and compassionate, with a focus on empowerment and personal growth. I often use techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help challenge and reframe unhelpful thought patterns/behaviors. I work from a strengths-based approach, meaning I recognize and build upon your existing strengths, even when life feels overwhelming. I am here to walk alongside you, help you uncover solutions, deepen self-awareness, and navigate through life's challenges.

What you can expect from our first session

I believe that therapy is most effective when it is tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're seeking short-term guidance or long-term support, I'm here to help you take steps towards healing and growth, at your own pace.

Magdalena's style is

Solution-oriented

Empowering

Open-minded

Insurance carriers Magdalena accepts

Aetna

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Cigna

Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

Oscar

Oxford

United Healthcare

United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

More about Magdalena

MA (Master of Arts) at Adelphi University

License type: LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)

Gender: Cisgender Female

Ethnicity: Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Latinx, and Hispanic

Languages: English

Works with: Adolescents, Adults, and Seniors

More specialties: Depression, Family Issues, Stress, Identity Issues, and PTSD

Modalities: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Strength-Based, Humanistic, Trauma Focused CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)