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Monique Russell

Therapist
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Maternal mental health
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

As a woman, wife and/or mother, there are many ways to get lost in the tasks of the day. Often, safe space is nonexistent. I provide the space for each woman of color to speak, to be heard, and to identify what she needs. My goal is to be your mirror in order to facilitate a revival to move forward in the strength and power you naturally embody. You want to be a good mother, friend, partner and/or employee. But you must first be good to you. Let this be your space to be unapologetically you.

My approach to therapy

I specialize in supporting people who have not always been empowered, even in the therapy room. The needs and issues may vary; but if healing and optimal wellness is the goal, then we are on the same page. I prioritize trust, honesty and transparency, to help us talk through the concerns and build functional coping skills for to help you in your daily life. Here, you are no longer in the shadows.

What you can expect from me

Here, you are your priority. Here we are showing up for ourselves.Come and become empowered.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Stony Brook University, Other
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York, Georgia), LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Minnesota)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicaid, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Maternal mental health
  • More specialties
    Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English