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Top family therapists in Syracuse, NY

Navigate family challenges across Syracuse's neighborhoods with evidence-based family therapy. Headway connects you with warm, solution-oriented providers specializing in parent-child relationships and family dynamics. Get started with a free consultation today.

Lauren Ayello

Lauren Ayello

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that promoting connection within the therapeutic relationship are the building blocks for positive outcomes...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Robin Berg

Robin Berg

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and trained Psychoanalyst. I earned my Masters of Science in Social Work from Columbia University in 2009 and my certificate in Psychoanalysis from NPAP (National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis) in 2021. I work over Zoom and in person in the Gramercy area of Manhattan.

My work and training have provided me with a deep understanding of complex family and relationship dynamics. I provide a working environment that is calm, empathetic, open-minded, and non-judgmental. I am a parent, pet owner and classical musician.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lauren Donahue

Lauren Donahue

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I like to utilize different therapies such as psychodynamic, CBT, ACT, person centered, and mindfulness to help clients achieve their goals. I have experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety and OCD, adjustment disorders, sexual and domestic abuse, anger management and mood disorders, personality disorders, and family/relationship issues. I also consider myself to be a culturally competent therapist, and have experience working with the Hispanic/Latino Community.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

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Nathanael Akinpelu

Nathanael Akinpelu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and a proud graduate of D'Youville College, I provide a compassionate, faith-based approach to mental health care. My work stems from my belief that healing is always possible and that hope is a powerful force for change. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, I offer a safe, welcoming space where we can work together to rediscover your strength and resilience. I believe that setbacks help us grow rather than define who we are. Starting over, sometimes, is the bravest thing we can do.

Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Abruzzo

Victoria Abruzzo

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use evidence-based approaches, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), to help you process and heal from your experiences, providing a safe and supportive environment.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Melanie Btesh

Melanie Btesh

Therapist

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


Melanie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who believes that there is a unique approach for each person tailored to accomplishing goals and experiencing personal growth. Through the use of CBT techniques, Melanie can help you work towards changing negative and destructive thought patterns and replacing them with positive and productive ones. She has helped children and adults along a path where change is possible.

Melanie invites you to work together to achieve the best possible you!

Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Veronica Ellsworth

Veronica Ellsworth

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My therapeutic style is grounded in openness, authenticity, and respect for each individual's unique experience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Victoria Kriemelman

Victoria Kriemelman

Virtual • New York


“My practice has taught me that people are resilient and resilience can be strengthened, like a muscle.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriel Most

Gabriel Most

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I have worked in areas of grief, depression, addiction, PTSD and people grappling with their sexual identity and gender.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Donna Deming

Donna Deming

Therapist

Virtual • Highland Mills, NY


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and focused on helping you create meaningful change.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tessa Fox

Tessa Fox

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I will be your biggest cheerleader, utilizing warmth, humor and compassion throughout our time together.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariela Gutterman

Mariela Gutterman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oceanside, NY


“I offer a mindfulness approach to help you cope during difficult times, overcome crisis and foster resilience.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Estela Hernandez

Estela Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“Exploring our past experiences may trigger painful memories. However, with the support of a trained professional, such as myself, the painful memories may be healed leading to the transformation of our present followed by that of our future.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Michael Hussar

Dr. Michael Hussar

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I help clients make significant changes in their lives through a combination of very practical goal oriented modalities like Cognitive Behavioral therapy, assertiveness and social skills training...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Melissa Glasgow

Dr. Melissa Glasgow

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Her purpose is to be the support that people lack in this world. When the world stands to judge, criticize, manipulate, and tear down, my purpose is to uplift, motivate, understand, and encourage.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Tara Simpson

Dr. Tara Simpson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe it's never too late to re-write your own story. With the help of practical tools you'll learn how to successfully manage anxiety, depression...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Timothy Woehr

Timothy Woehr

Therapist

Virtual • White Plains, NY


“After an initial session you may expect to have been treated with respect, fully heard, and offered some understanding of the difficulty and how to approach it.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandon Alfred

Brandon Alfred

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“With over 15 years in education, I've seen firsthand how generational trauma impacts our lives and I am dedicated to helping you heal from those cycles.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clara Pitre-Chestnut

Clara Pitre-Chestnut

Therapist

Virtual • Rochester, NY


“My integrative approach combines mindfulness, psychoeducation, and schema-focused therapy to support emotional regulation and self-trust.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shadarion Kinsey

Shadarion Kinsey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I take a thoughtful, personalized approach to care, focused on truly understanding you and helping you feel like yourself again.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ellen Carroll

Ellen Carroll

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sag Harbor, NY


“My approach is holistic and solution focused. Our initial sessions will focus on getting to know you better, understanding the symptoms and the stressors you experience and prioritizing your goals for treatment.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gilit Stein

Gilit Stein

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tyree Grant

Tyree Grant

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am dedicated to helping you reach your fullest potential through kindness, humility, patience, and diligence.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Daniel Hodge

Daniel Hodge

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Elmira, NY


I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I received my Master's from Syracuse University and my Bachelor's from Houghton University. In undergrad, my focus was on developmental and social psychology with a minor in family studies. My post-graduate experience and training include therapeutic treatment with individuals, parent-child relationships, adolescents, couples, marriage, and whole families. Beyond the therapy room, I have worked with addiction for over 17 years and severe persistent mental illnesses for 3 years. Today I focus on treating mental health issues - whether with couples and marriages, families, or individuals - from a relational lens.

Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Identity issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kcarin De La Cruz-Ibrahim

Kcarin De La Cruz-Ibrahim

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am committed to supporting individuals through challenging times with empathy and evidence-based approaches to foster healing and resilience.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anton Krasnitskiy

Anton Krasnitskiy

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I strive to create a space that is warm, curious, and nonjudgmental, a place where you can explore your experiences safely and at your own pace!”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Sukriti Gupta

Dr. Sukriti Gupta

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Flushing, NY


“As a South Asian therapist, I offer a culturally attuned, trauma-informed space where we can explore complex identity issues, generational pressures, relationship dynamics, and the emotional toll of navigating multiple worlds.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Zinaida Polishchuk

Zinaida Polishchuk

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I utilize psychodynamic, person-oriented, cognitive behavioral techniques, and other integrative approaches.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shpresa Alibegu

Shpresa Alibegu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Staten Island, NY


“My approach is warm, energetic, compassionate, and solution-oriented. I believe that therapy should be a place where clients feel comfortable, understood, supported, and even able to find moments of humor while working through difficult issues.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan Kipping

Ryan Kipping

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe strongly that effective treatment includes a holistic and intentional approach, utilizing a variety of evidence-based and inclusive modalities...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Christopher Yadron

Dr. Christopher Yadron

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Setauket- East Setauket, NY


“Life should be more than the absence of pain or stress. Together we'll focus not just on symptom relief, but on helping you regain a sense of clarity, control, and purpose.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexander Bingham

Dr. Alexander Bingham

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I am one of the only people in the world trained in helping those who wish to avoid, minimize, or discontinue medications prescribed for psychological distress.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Beaton

Jennifer Beaton

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi, I’m Jen, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a mental health therapist with experience in the field since 2018. I’m passionate about helping people better understand themselves and grow into the lives they want to lead.

My training includes crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, DBT, Functional Family Therapy, and Gottman Couples Therapy.

I work with clients navigating a range of challenges, including relationship issues, anxiety, ADHD, and identity exploration related to gender and sexuality. As a queer therapist, I care deeply about supporting the LGBTQIA+ community—especially in these troubling times.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Foluso Otuyelu

Foluso Otuyelu

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My style focuses on collaborative engagement utilizing humanistic, cognitive behavior, narrative and psychodynamic therapy models.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Tania Alaby-Varma

Dr. Tania Alaby-Varma

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


PLEASE NOTE: Payment options are limited to Aetna insurance in FL, NY, MD, TX and Self-Pay in 42 States.

Dr. Tania is a Licensed Psychologist offering individual therapy for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, OCD, ADHD, phobias, trauma, perfectionism, burnout, depression, disordered eating, body image issues, relationship challenges, addictions, grief, and other experiences across the human condition.

Dr. Tania also offers couples therapy (Gottman Method Levels 1 & 2 certified), comprehensive ADD/ADHD evaluations, ESA letters, and formal documentation for academic accommodations and standardized testing.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Ehmann

Kristina Ehmann

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I aim to create a space where clients feel deeply heard, supported, empowered, and gently challenged.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lori Hardoon

Lori Hardoon

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My promise is to show up with professionalism, presence, and heart—to hold space for your pain, to celebrate your strength, and to stand by you with honesty, kindness, and care.”
Chronic conditions, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrol Bissoondial

Carrol Bissoondial

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My focus on is mindfulness-based therapy which is an approach that emphasizes the practice of mindfulness as a means of improving mental well-being and promoting psychological healing.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kinga Pieta

Kinga Pieta

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am dedicated to creating a supportive and collaborative space where you can feel heard and understood. My work is guided by a passion for helping individuals navigate challenges, uncover their strengths, and achieve personal growth. I prioritize staying up-to-date with the latest evidence-based practices through ongoing learning and professional development.

Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alex Luna

Alex Luna

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New York


“I draw from CBT, DBT, supportive therapy, and executive functioning skills to help you feel supported, understood, and empowered to grow and move forward with your life goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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Find the right counselor for your family

Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in Syracuse, NY

Finding family therapists in Syracuse starts with understanding what your family wants help navigating. Family therapy may support concerns like parenting conflict, adolescent struggles, blended family dynamics, and communication across generations. Family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, not just one person. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties, approach, and experience match the people who may attend sessions.

In a smaller city like Syracuse, the number of local family therapists may be more limited than in larger New York markets. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still giving you access to therapists licensed in New York. Family therapy sessions may include the full family, smaller groups, or individual members, depending on your goals and the therapist’s approach. Before booking, read each therapist’s bio for details on session structure, availability, communication style, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.

Therapy in Syracuse can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find family therapists, review availability, and see whether they’re accepting new patients and what insurance information is listed on their profiles. You can enter your insurance details to see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking, then review bios and book directly when you’re ready.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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