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Top therapists in East Syracuse, NY accepting new patients

Find mental health support in East Syracuse with Headway's network of 8,457 licensed providers. We accept major insurance plans and offer flexible in-person or virtual sessions. Many clients pay as little as $0 per session with insurance coverage.

Caroline Horrigan-Maurer

Caroline Horrigan-Maurer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Buffalo, NY


“As a trauma-focused therapist, I help individuals understand and reshape their relationship with stress.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Karlee Hoyt

Karlee Hoyt

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I will collaborate and empower individuals in identifying their goal for therapy, so they may begin to heal.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Cecilia McPeck

Cecilia McPeck

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy is rooted in creating a safe, supportive space that feels like a sanctuary—where clients can show up as they are, without judgment, and feel truly seen and heard.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Esther Edelstein Jacobson

Esther Edelstein Jacobson

Therapist

Virtual • Staten Island, NY


“I am energetic, creative, and engaged, providing a balance of supportive and confrontational interventions to maximize therapeutic outcome.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Preiser

Danielle Preiser

Virtual • New York


“I believe in meeting you exactly where you are and guiding you with care, intention, and steady support.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Warren Baynes

Warren Baynes

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe you're the expert in your own life, and I'm here to help you discover new perspectives and tools to move forward with confidence.”
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carly Rainey

Carly Rainey

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Through a psychoanalytic approach, we'll explore your past together, revealing the experiences that influence your thoughts and feelings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John (Jack) Pacelle

John (Jack) Pacelle

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy works best as a collaborative process built on trust, respect, and genuine connection.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Eustace

Kelly Eustace

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I earned my Masters Degree in Social Work at Fordham University and have since gained valuable experience working with individuals and families in a variety of settings.

I provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care, and draw from several modalities, depending on client needs. I have training in CBT, DBT, EFIT, psychodynamics, and am certified in trauma-focused CBT. I have experience treating a variety of diagnoses, specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and attachment issues.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Grisset Lopez

Grisset Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I would like to provide a safe space to help provide a warm, inviting, safe and non-judgmental environment for all my clients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Julia Cohen

Dr. Julia Cohen

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I am a licensed clinical psychologist who takes a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Alexandra Vitale

Alexandra Vitale

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 17 years of experience...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Fuller

Carrie Fuller

Therapist

Virtual • Marlboro, NY


“I tend to mix a little bit of humor in my practice and I hope that you will find that to be refreshing.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Trauma
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Malka Zucker

Malka Zucker

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I delve deeply into these wounds that have developed throughout your life, & may now be impacting your relationships.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Debra George

Debra George

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that prioritizing our own well being creates a space for personal growth, resilience and meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ellen Varady

Ellen Varady

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I am a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with over 25 years experience working in the fields of Addictive Disorders and Psychiatry.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amanda Phillips

Amanda Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I integrate the transformative principles of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy into my practice.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jesse Sturtz

Jesse Sturtz

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Most clients leave that first session feeling like they finally said the things they had been quietly carrying.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lisa Penberthy

Lisa Penberthy

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My work with clients focuses on skill building as well as creating a secure space to explore challenges my clients may be experiencing.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Schecter

Stephanie Schecter

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a music therapist, I believe music can deepen our sense of connection to ourselves and to the world, helping us gain insights to live a more fulfilled life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sarah Jirari

Sarah Jirari

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal as your therapist is to provide support and help you fulfill your goals of becoming your best self.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. William Yu

Dr. William Yu

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New York


Hi, I'm Dr. William Yu, a board-certified psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience providing medication management and psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma-related conditions, and life transitions.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anne Ferrara

Anne Ferrara

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a LCSW who has almost 20 years of post graduate experience supporting my clients. I have an extensive background supporting families in many capacities including home visits, and office settings to understand specific needs of all members.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alison Proft

Alison Proft

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“My character and compassion as a therapist create an environment that utilizes warmth and empowerment yet is secure and completely confidential.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Bellis

Danielle Bellis

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I take a collaborative and individualized approach to therapy, believing that each person's journey is unique.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Physical health issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Greg Hofmann

Greg Hofmann

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I firmly believe that each person holds the answers to their challenges, and through the collaborative process of therapy, people can become empowered to discover these answers and achieve their goals.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Daniella Polimeni

Daniella Polimeni

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I have been a therapist for over 17 years and have extensive experience working with different populations with a wide array of psychiatric conditions.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, OCD
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ira Lowinger

Ira Lowinger

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Lawrence, NY


“I believe therapy should be entirely customized to you, blending a warm, empathetic style with practical, proven strategies.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Molly Perreaud

Molly Perreaud

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Healing includes change, change can be uncomfortable, but that is when you know that you truly are healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Vincent Jacopino

Vincent Jacopino

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cornwall, NY


“Most of my nursing career was dedicated to Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, where I specialized in Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplant.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Mahmoud Dweik

Dr. Mahmoud Dweik

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“All visits thereafter are 30 minutes and combine medication management with psychotherapeutic techniques.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Allaire Ross

Allaire Ross

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“With warmth, humor, and reflection we will work together to set meaningful and achievable goals, better understand your patterns, and learn practical tools to make lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jaili Ramirez

Jaili Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm a trauma-informed therapist who believes healing happens in spaces where you feel genuinely seen, understood, and not judged.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vilija Paulius

Vilija Paulius

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“The people I work with are often thoughtful, capable adults who also happen to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns they're ready to shift.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pilar Verdesoto

Pilar Verdesoto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mahopac, NY


“I believe in an eclectic style, while working towards understanding our stories from the past and how these impact on our daily lives and our bio- psychosocial/emotional functioning.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cesar Vanegas

Cesar Vanegas

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a bilingual-Spanish therapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals manage stress, depression, anxiety, persistent thoughts, and other emotions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Brian Ghezelaiagh

Dr. Brian Ghezelaiagh

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Stony Brook, NY


“Dr. G. provides individualized mental health treatment plans tailored to each patient, taking into account the complex biological, psychological, and social factors that shape us all.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karlin Walcott

Karlin Walcott

Therapist

Virtual • The Bronx, NY


“I use a person centered approach to guide you to achieve your goals. My focus is to explore and work on your areas of need and mobilize your strengths.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Tiffaney Troche

Tiffaney Troche

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship sets the tone of treatment. This is done within a warm, accepting and non-judgmental atmosphere...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Yarisell Hernandez

Yarisell Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I strive to create a welcoming, supportive space where clients feel understood, respected, and empowered to move toward meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of East Syracuse, NY

Number of therapists within 20 miles of East Syracuse, NY
There are over 33 therapists in East Syracuse, NY accepting new patients.
33+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 97%Stress management
  • 88%Relationship issues
  • 88%Trauma
  • 85%Depression
Insurances accepted
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  • 91%Aetna
  • 91%Cigna
  • 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Oxford
  • 76%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 91%In-person or online
  • 9%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 24%Man
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 30%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
  • 9%Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 15%Couples therapy

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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in East Syracuse, NY

Searching for therapists in East Syracuse starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want support with. You may be looking for care related to anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, or work stress. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy styles, and experience that fit your needs. Some profiles may mention approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care, which can help you understand how a therapist may structure sessions.

East Syracuse is a smaller market, so local in-person openings may be more limited than in nearby Syracuse. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still letting you see a therapist licensed in New York. As you narrow your search, consider appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading therapist bios before booking can help you compare communication style, session focus, and what to expect in the first appointment.

Therapy in East Syracuse can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your needs, take your insurance, and offer in-person or virtual appointments. You can review bios, see estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly when you’re ready.

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