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Dr. Margaret Vald

Therapist
20 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, End of life care, Chronic conditions
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Life has a way of throwing us curveballs—whether you’re navigating the challenges of getting older, managing a health change, or feeling the weight of caring for a loved one. If you’re feeling a bit stuck or overwhelmed, I’m here to help. I offer a space where you can truly be yourself and talk through what’s on your mind without any judgment. My goal is to help you find your footing again and give you practical ways to handle life’s ups and downs with a bit more ease. We'll work together to help you feel supported, heard, and ready for what’s next.

I’ve spent over 20 years working in healthcare and geriatric settings, and I’m currently finishing up my Doctorate in Social Work. I love using a mix of CBT and a "client-first" approach to help families and seniors thrive. I’m also proud to offer therapy in both English and Russian, ensuring you can express yourself in the language where you feel most at ho

Taking the first step toward support is a sign of strength. I am currently accepting new clients and offer a seamless booking process through my website link, where you can also verify your insurance coverage. I invite you to schedule an initial session today so we can begin working toward the peace of mind you deserve. I look forward to meeting you soon!

My approach to therapy

I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, aging or adulthood issues. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back.

What you can expect from me

We will meet and you could educate me what you would like to work on. We will develop a plan.

Home visits are possible in zip 11230.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Humorous, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    20 years of experience
  • Training
    Masters in Social Work at Wurzwiler School of Social Work, Other - Doctorate at LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (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, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, End of life care, Chronic conditions
  • More specialties
    Sleep disorder, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
  • Therapy methods
    Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavior Management, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors, Infants / Toddlers
  • Languages
    English, Russian