Sahntanyna Blackwell, LMHC, LPC — Therapist in New York

Hi there, I'm Sahntanyna!

I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges with compassion, respect, and practical strategies for growth. My goal is to provide a safe space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change.

My focus

My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I help clients work through relationship issues, improve communication skills, rebuild trust, resolve intimacy concerns, address family conflicts, foster forgiveness, and strengthen motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

My approach

My treatment approach integrates Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Faith-Based Counseling, always tailored to each client's unique needs.

My communication style

I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where clients feel heard and respected. I'm known for engaging with warmth, listening without judgment, and guiding with compassion. I've gained valuable experience working with sensitive populations and handling confidential situations with care.

My journey to mental healthcare

I am passionate about developing positive and productive therapeutic relationships, meeting clients where they are, and encouraging their total wellness. I believe in treating every client with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

My goals for you

I help clients achieve their goals through a collaborative, goal-oriented approach. Together, we'll explore the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and identify patterns that may be hindering your progress. I provide practical tools you can apply in daily life while encouraging self-awareness and resilience.

Our first session

I recognize that it takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life. My role is to support and empower you as you take meaningful steps toward growth, healing, and positive change. In our first session, we'll discuss what brings you to therapy and begin exploring your goals.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Behavioral Activation

Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 4 more

Focus populations

Body Positivity

Educators

Single Mother

+ 3 more

Therapy types

Couples Therapy
Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 15 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master's in Counseling (MC) in Mental Health Counseling from Nyack Alliance Graduate School of Counseling.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Sahntanyna Blackwell