Magdalena Samuel, LMHC — Therapist in New York

Hi there, I'm Magdalena!

I take a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy, using evidence-based techniques to help you navigate challenges such as legal issues, family relationships, and emotional regulation. My goal is to provide a supportive space where we can work together to build insight, resilience, and coping strategies tailored to your needs.

My focus

I primarily work with individuals facing emotional regulation challenges, family conflicts, and legal issues. Many of my clients struggle with managing intense emotions, navigating difficult relationships, or coping with legal stress. I am especially comfortable treating anger management, anxiety, depression, trauma, and high-conflict situations.

My approach

My therapeutic approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and tailored to your unique needs. I help you identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns while supporting emotional regulation and distress tolerance. I empower you in setting and achieving your goals, creating a safe space for healing and personal resilience.

My communication style

My communication style is empathetic, direct, and supportive. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to explore your challenges. In sessions, I balance warmth and validation with a solution-focused approach, helping you gain insight while equipping you with practical tools for change.

My journey to mental healthcare

Becoming a therapist has been my passion since an early age. I have always been deeply curious about human behavior, emotions, and the mind-body connection. My journey has been shaped by a desire to help others navigate life's challenges with greater self-awareness and resilience, integrating neuropsychology and a holistic approach into my work.

My goals for you

I take a collaborative and structured approach to goal setting, ensuring that you feel empowered and engaged in your progress. Together, we identify specific, measurable, and realistic goals that align with your values and current challenges. I break down larger objectives into manageable steps, tracking progress along the way.

Our first session

During the first session, you can expect a welcoming, judgment-free space where we begin building a strong therapeutic relationship. I'll gather background information about your concerns, history, and goals for therapy, while exploring what has or hasn't worked for you in the past. We'll begin developing a plan tailored to your needs.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian, Jehovah's Witness, Jewish, Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

+ 3 more

Focus populations

Cancer

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Immune-Disorders

Military/Veterans

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Police/Fire/First Responders

Racial Justice

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Sex Worker

Sex-Positive/Kink

Single Mother

+ 12 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Allied
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Anthem

+ 28 more

Languages spoken

English, Polish, Russian

Education

Master of Science in Education (MS ED) in Counseling from St. John's University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Magdalena Samuel