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Talaya Freeman

Therapist(she, her)
40 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Stress management
  • Child or adolescent therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

You deserve a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported from the very first conversation. Whether you're navigating parenting challenges, helping your child through a difficult season, or managing life's demands yourself, you don't have to figure it out alone. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families, creating a supportive environment where you can explore what's weighing on you and begin building meaningful, lasting change. Drawing from my experience in both community mental health and private practice, I tailor therapy to your unique needs while helping you strengthen the relationships that matter most.

My approach to therapy

You are the expert on your life, and my role is to help you uncover the strengths, insights, and skills that move you forward. I take a collaborative, compassionate approach that meets you where you are while providing practical tools to support growth. When working with children, I recognize that lasting progress often happens when families are part of the process, so I incorporate caregivers whenever it supports your child's success. Together, we'll create a plan that feels realistic, empowering, and aligned with your goals.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another without pressure or judgment. I'll take time to understand what brings you to therapy, what's been challenging, and what you hope will be different. You'll have space to ask questions, share your concerns at your own pace, and begin identifying meaningful goals. By the end of our first meeting, you'll have a clearer understanding of how we'll work together and the next steps toward creating the change you're seeking.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Warm, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    40 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Boston University
  • License type
    LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Stress management
  • More specialties
    Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
  • Therapy methods
    Play, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Child or adolescent therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English