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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 8,478 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.

Dr. Lynn Charles

Dr. Lynn Charles

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, direct, and practical. I believe therapy should not only help you feel heard and understood, but also give you tools to create meaningful and lasting change in your daily life.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Silverman

Daniel Silverman

Therapist

Virtual • Whitesboro, NY


“I believe coaching, humor, and fostering resilience are essential components of personal growth and healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Emily Stimson

Dr. Emily Stimson

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Rochester, NY


“I aim to create a safe, curious and openminded space for us to have useful, illuminating, healing conversations.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika Bucci

Erika Bucci

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy is compassionate and trauma-informed, rooted in the belief that healing looks different for everyone.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Granof

Jonathan Granof

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in working with adults that struggle with spectrums of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, and life transitions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leonid Stosman

Leonid Stosman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I'm committed to helping you find personally relevant and meaningful solutions to alleviate your suffering and ignite a newfound sense of hope for the future.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Forrest

Jennifer Forrest

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I aim to foster a collaborative and empowering therapeutic environment where clients feel supported in exploring their experiences...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michelle Kushmakova

Michelle Kushmakova

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi there! I'm Michelle, a licensed therapist dedicated to helping individuals achieve emotional well-being. With a background as a Mental Health Counselor from Touro College, I specialize in providing personalized therapy services for children to young adults.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Genevieve Clineman

Genevieve Clineman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hello and welcome. I’m Genevieve Clineman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience helping adults manage anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, behavioral concerns, and life transitions. I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Fordham University and provide a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood.

I use evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, strengths-based therapy, and person-centered therapy to help clients develop coping skills, improve emotional wellness, build confidence, and create lasting change. Together, we work toward greater balance, clarity, resilience, and healthier relationships.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Russo

Courtney Russo

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that healing and growth happen when we feel heard, supported, and empowered to explore our experiences.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jane Teitel-Negrin

Jane Teitel-Negrin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Farmingville, NY


“As a solution-focused therapist I honor the interconnection of Mind, Body and Spirit by applying complementary approaches and techniques (cognitive, behavioral, analytical, EMDR)”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Michele Balthrope

Dr. Michele Balthrope

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I provide services using a holistic approach throughout the entire treatment process. All treatment modalities are tailored to address the mind, body, and spirit.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nancy Nowinski Varandas

Nancy Nowinski Varandas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Smithtown, NY


“I believe everyone has the strength within them to overcome any obstacles that they have experienced.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Maria Almonte

Maria Almonte

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe healing happens best when both mind and body are supported, and I incorporate gentle somatic awareness practices to help increase self-understanding and emotional balance.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Luigi Exconde

Luigi Exconde

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a NYU-trained Filipino-American therapist with a background in medicine and technology. I am experienced in working with high-achieving professionals, BIPOC, AAPI, immigrants, and healthcare workers.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Meghann Postgate

Meghann Postgate

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


Hi! I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who has been working in the mental health field for 9 years with a degree from Stony Brook University. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings, but specialize in child/adolescent care and addictions medicine. I want to make a difference in people's lives and I feel privileged to do the work I do!

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Savanna Keator

Savanna Keator

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I take a person-centered approach to therapy, meaning I believe that the individual is the expert on their life experience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Lisa Alberty

Lisa Alberty

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Clients can expect me to remind you of your personal goals, explore about your life experiences in childhood, and ask about things that you would like to change in your present life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Loughlin

Jessica Loughlin

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in working with parents of children that are experiencing anxiety, ADHD, depression, behavioral challenges and autism.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sophia Rhoades

Sophia Rhoades

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy is holistic and person-centered, grounded in the belief that every individual deserves to be met with compassion, curiosity, and respect.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Laura Taylor

Laura Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy is most effective in a relaxed and welcoming environment where clients feel safe and comfortable to be themselves.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tia Lee

Tia Lee

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I bring not only clinical expertise, but also real-life understanding of how overwhelming it can feel to seek help — and how powerful that first step can be.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Christine Callahan

Dr. Christine Callahan

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Clients can expect that they have been heard and listened to, and that we can embark together on a therapy journey that will include greater insight and self-reflection.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Carole Hofstein-Amselem

Carole Hofstein-Amselem

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Everyone deserves to feel supported, understood, and capable of creating meaningful change in their lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mileidy Paula

Mileidy Paula

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I utilize an eclectic approach to treatment to help clients gain better insight and to learn new strategies to improve general well being.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Blair

Robert Blair

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I take a holistic, person-centered approach to care, treating the individual as a whole and not just their symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hanna Weir

Hanna Weir

Therapist

Virtual • New York


In my work, I am passionate about creating a safe and collaborative environment that can serve as a catalyst for self-understanding and change. I am warm and empathetic. I strive to help clients improve coping skills, interpersonal relationships, heal past trauma, and build self esteem and understanding. I have years of experience working with ages ranging from young children to adults on both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Daniela Garcia

Daniela Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in working with adolescents and individuals struggling with substance use disorders. My approach is client-centered and trauma-informed, with a focus on helping individuals build coping skills, resilience, and healthier patterns of...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Young Kim

Dr. Young Kim

Psychologist

Virtual • New York, NY


“By providing a holding environment and sharing my genuine curiosity and psychoanalytic understanding, I help my patients sever the tie to the ghost from the past and break the spell.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
April Smith

April Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I recognize that you are the expert of your own life story, and it is paramount that we join forces on a personalized methodology to help you meet your goals, seek genuine healing, and rebuild a life that feels meaningful and authentic to you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mark Dorrity

Mark Dorrity

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I view therapy as a space where clients can examine their experiences, reclaim authorship of their stories, and create meaning in ways that support growth and resilience.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Winnie Lau

Winnie Lau

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“It is very helpful & important to have a person who speaks & understands one's culture & language for our everyday conflicts, struggles, or stresses within work, family, education, & community).”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Raffaele

Jacqueline Raffaele

Therapist

Virtual • Commack, NY


“Outcomes of therapy surround becoming the best version of yourself. Understanding all your qualities; helps improve your daily life and make impactful long term changes!”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
John Mondanaro

John Mondanaro

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a warm and naturally empathic human being, indelibly shaped by my own life experiences... my own experiences in life inform my therapeutic presence and ability to connect on a human level.”
End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristin O'Brien

Kristin O'Brien

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am passionate about helping people empower themselves while gaining true insight into who they are and why they operate the way they do.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Linda Beeler

Linda Beeler

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy is a collaborative effort in which clients can identify their strengths and build their self-esteem.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alison Bulman

Alison Bulman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm passionate about this work and my clients feel it. I genuinely appreciate the honor of seeing, hearing and understanding another person.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Furness Norton

Furness Norton

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I currently specialize in working with first and second generation immigrants, LGBTQIA+ identified folk, and people struggling with mood and anxiety disorders.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jose Mejia

Jose Mejia

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My work focuses on helping young people navigate challenges such as anxiety, stress, self-esteem, and life transitions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Eric Pierce

Eric Pierce

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by a longstanding interest in the intersection of creativity and emotional well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving New York

Number of therapists serving New York
There are over 8,433 therapists in New York accepting new patients.
8,433+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 81%Relationship issues
  • 75%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 54%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 2%Russian
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 47%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 29%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 9%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 28%Family therapy
  • 17%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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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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