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Top therapists in New York accepting new patients
Whether you're in New York City or upstate, Headway connects you with 8,461 licensed providers ready to support your mental health goals. Many providers offer free consultations, and with 70+ insurance plans accepted, flexible scheduling, and average savings of 75%, quality care is within reach.
I graduated from Columbia University with a Master’s of Science Degree in Clinical Practice of Social Work. I found my niche after completing undergraduate in Early Childhood Education (kudos to our teachers!) and Sociology/Psychology. These experiences paved the way to my clinical social work journey. I obtained clinical licensure by working with adolescents in both school and therapeutic settings, foster/adoptive families, and adults with serious persistent mental illness.
I view therapy as a collaborative and transformative process, where the therapist and client work together in a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
Hi, I am Malak Alsaidi, a licensed clinical therapist in New York. I provide warm, supportive, and nonjudgemental space where clients can feel comfortable exploring life's challenges and working towards their goals. My experience includes helping children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and relationship concerns and life transitions. I believe in collaborative approach that builds on each person's strength and helps create meaningful, lasting change.
I want clients to know that I’m warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative in my approach. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all style of therapy, so I try to meet each person where they are and adjust based on what they need in the moment.
I use both talk therapy and art therapy, and you don’t need any experience with art for it to be helpful. Sometimes words are enough, and other times it can be easier to express things through creative work, either way is okay.
My style is supportive but also practical. I like helping clients understand what they’re feeling, build coping skills they can actually use day-to-day, and gently work through patterns that feel stuck or overwhelming.
Most importantly, I aim to create a space where you don’t feel judged, rushed, or pressured, just supported at your own pace.
About our therapists serving New York
- 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 an Anxiety Therapist in New York
Searching for therapists in New York means choosing from a wide range of licensed professionals across urban, suburban, and rural areas. Your options may vary depending on where you live, what kind of support you want, and whether you prefer in-person or virtual sessions. If you’re looking for care related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions, start by looking for a therapist whose listed specialties match your needs. Provider bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.
Location and schedule matter, too. A therapist in New York City may offer different appointment options than one in Buffalo, Albany, or the Hudson Valley, and virtual therapy can help broaden your search beyond nearby offices. Some people prefer meeting in person, while others prefer the flexibility of virtual appointments from home. As you compare therapists, look at appointment availability, whether they offer free phone consultations, and how they describe their session style. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand how a therapist communicates, what they focus on, and whether their approach fits what you’re looking for.
The cost of mental health care in New York varies, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps make that process easier by showing therapists who are accepting new patients, verifying your insurance, and estimating your out-of-pocket cost before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with 100+ insurance plans, and you can confirm coverage based on your location and specific plan. Browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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