Shira Piasek, LMHC — Therapist in New York

Hi there, I'm Shira!

I'm a skilled mental health counselor supporting those in need to make positive and meaningful changes. Through a compassionate lens, I help individuals and couples overcome issues such as depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, and relationship conflict.

My focus

I have treated clients with substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and behavioral/ mental health diagnoses. I have worked in outpatient and inpatient substance abuse and mental health clinics. I have experience working with all ages but specialize in adolescents to older adults, couples, and families.

My approach

I use client-centered counseling to increase motivation and self-empowerment. I help individuals reach short and long-term goals and develop healthy coping skills to continue to improve their quality of life. Therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, motivational interviewing, and supportive therapy.

My communication style

I work to create a calm, attentive environment for sessions with clients that foster a sense of safety and trust. I understand and work to build rapport with my clients. I have a non-judgmental space with empathy and understanding.

My journey to mental healthcare

I am drawn to a career as a therapist because I have always had a desire to help others. I find fulfillment in listening to people, supporting them in their challenging times, and understanding their experiences. I am passionate about the mental health field and empathy to foster healing and growth.

My goals for you

I am client-centered and want to help you accomplish your short and long-term goals by listening and suggesting goals/ working with you to figure out what is best for you. Making small, short-term goals is a good way to get started with approaching goal-making.

Our first session

Clients should expect introductions and discussions of policies and expectations. I will complete an intake process with the client to get to know her better, as well as the reasons for coming to therapy.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Jewish

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

Educators

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Police/Fire/First Responders

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Medica
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master's in Counseling (MC) in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University and a Master of Arts (MA) in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Shira Piasek