Find a therapist in Ithaca, NY — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Ithaca, NY accepting new patients
Seeking therapy in Ithaca? Headway serves Collegetown, Downtown, and surrounding areas with 8,421 providers ready to support you. Schedule sessions with open availability within two weeks, covered by insurance with copays as low as $0. Many clients save 75% on care through Headway.
Almost everyone experiences some level of depression or anxiety during their lifetime. Sometimes these conditions prompt us to get care. They inspire us to work collaboratively with someone so that we can
navigate difficult times. Psychotherapy can help us make decisions, process relationships, endure
emotional pain and make real growth. I specialize in working collaboratively with adults who
experience depression and anxiety or are looking to work through stuck points in their lives.
I have been a licensed therapist for the last 10 years but have been in the business of helping others throughout my life. I believe everyone can find meaning and happiness in their lives and I want to help them get there. I specialize in helping people navigate their relationships to ensure they and their partners are getting the most out of life.
I’m Theo Bizimana, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York. I hold a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Daystar University in Nairobi, Kenya, and an Advanced Certificate in Mental Health Counseling from the University at Buffalo. I bring more than 17 years of experience supporting individuals and communities, including over 11 years of work focused on community trauma in East Africa and 6 years of clinical experience in the United States.
Therapy can be healing, communicative, and an avenue to self-discovery. It can be a way to access social skills, self-expression, and self-awareness.. Whatever the goal, utilizing the power of music as a vehicle towards these processes can be very effective. (Some of my goals and techniques are featured in a Psychology Today article on 2/18/21 "Increase Coping and Resilience by Writing a Song").
As your mental health provider here's what I want you to know about me:
- I listen first
- I believe in collaboration
- I treat the whole person
- Medication is a tool, not a requirement.
- There is no shame in seeking help.
- Progress is possible.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with children, adolescents, adults, older adults, and families. I provide a nonjudgmental, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and respected.
I have experience supporting individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, life transitions, school or work stress, and relationship challenges. I also work with parents who feel overwhelmed, burned out, or unsure how to cope during difficult stages of parenting.
Additionally, I support individuals transitioning from hospitalizations who are motivated to improve their quality of life and build stability within the community.
About our therapists serving Ithaca, NY
- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 86%Stress management
- 81%Relationship issues
- 75%Trauma
- 96%Aetna
- 85%Cigna
- 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 76%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 54%United Healthcare
- 98%English
- 11%Spanish
- 2%Russian
- 1%Mandarin
- 1%French
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
- 81%Woman
- 18%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 47%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 29%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 9%Nurse Practitioner
- 8%Clinical Psychologist
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 99%Individual therapy
- 28%Family therapy
- 17%Couples therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Ithaca, NY
Searching for therapists in Ithaca starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want to address. People often look for therapy in Ithaca for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, or work stress. As you compare therapists, look at the specialties and approaches listed in their profiles, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, or couples counseling. A therapist’s bio can help you understand who they support, how they structure sessions, and what working together may be like.
Ithaca is a smaller city, so local in-person appointment options may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and specialty. Virtual therapy can expand your options across New York while still connecting you with a therapist licensed to provide care in the state. As you narrow your search, consider whether the therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, focus areas, and session format in one place.
Therapy in Ithaca 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, verify your insurance, view estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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