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Evangeline Benitez
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Evangeline Benitez, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Evangeline has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Childern, Youth and Families from Hunter College, School of Social Work.
I’m a licensed clinician who supports children, adolescents, adults, and families through a compassionate, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can build coping skills, gain insight, and work toward meaningful change.
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Allison Campbell
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Allison Campbell, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Allison has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from State University of New York, Albany.
I'm a social worker specializing in behavioral health and trauma. In life, we all face challenges we cannot change. However, we can change how we react to them and reexamine our values to move toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
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Desiree Salvaggio
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Desiree Salvaggio, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Desiree has a Master in Counseling from College of Staten Island.
Life’s challenges can leave you feeling disconnected or uncertain. I support individuals facing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and periods of transition by creating a thoughtful, compassionate space for exploration & change. My approach focuses on helping you gain clarity, strengthen self-trust, & move forward with greater confidence and balance.
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Elissa Smilowitz
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Elissa Smilowitz, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Elissa has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Adelphi University.
Starting therapy can be overwhelming. Congratulations on starting your journey of self-discovery. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life challenges. My counseling style is warm and supportive. My therapeutic approach combines psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral treatment.
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Yi Zhang
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Yi Zhang, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Yi has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Hunter College, School of Social Work.
I love working with people who want to understand themselves better, deepen their self-awareness and grow into more authentic and fulfilling versions of themselves. I've worked in clinics, one hospital, private practice, and community settings for more than 15 years. I have assessed and treated individuals with a wide range of disorders.
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Zunaira Mian
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Zunaira Mian, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Zunaira has a Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology and Education from Columbia University, Teachers College.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (NY), Professional Counselor (CT), and CASAC-M. I specialize in addiction, anger, depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to build coping skills, resilience, and confidence through a strengths-based lens. Therapy can feel intimidating, but I’ll walk with you at your pace.
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Efrain Torres
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Efrain Torres, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Efrain has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Hunter College, School of Social Work.
Healing starts when you feel truly heard. I support adults facing deep burnout and anxiety, using a collaborative, mindfulness-based approach tailored to your unique pace. Together, we will build practical tools to help you reclaim calm, process difficult emotions, and move forward confidently. Reach out today to schedule your free consultation.
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Christine Janik
Patients consistently give high satisfaction ratings
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Christine Janik, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Christine has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) Addictions from State University of New York At Buffalo.
The focus of my practice is helping you be your best self by identifying and changing the obstacles that have interfered in your life. I enjoy assisting clients in meeting their goals. I work with adults and children, and have always been supervised by psychiatrists and doctors who were my mentors.
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Ann Marie Crescent
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Ann Marie Crescent, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Ann Marie has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Nazareth College.
I am an empathetic therapist dedicated to helping individuals find balance through a holistic, mind-body approach. With over seven years of experience in solution-focused counseling and crisis support, I specialize in helping people navigate everything from daily stress to major life hurdles.
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Theresa Bergold
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Theresa Bergold, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Theresa has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Clinical Social Work/Substance Abuse from Brooklyn Campus of Long Island University.
I specialize in mental health issues, co-occurring disorders, trauma, and substance abuse. I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and those navigating recovery. My approach is warm, supportive, and centered on helping you heal and grow.
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Renee Siebert
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Renee Siebert, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Renee has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Stony Brook University.
Happiness should always start with you and end with you feeling it! - "If you don't have YOU in your life then you're not living it". Finding curiosity in discovering strengths within oneself can spread to external desired outcomes.
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Valentina Paley
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Valentina Paley, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Valentina has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from yeshiva university, wurzweiler school of social work.
I believe in setting goals and moving toward them. I believe in change and growth of individuals. I believe that every person can build happiness in life regardless of how hard it seems now. I know that therapy is a difficult journey, but I can promise that I will be with you in every step of this journey supporting you on your way to happiness.
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Charles Weinberg
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Charles Weinberg, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Charles has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Case Work from Hunter College Graduate School of Social Work.
I work with individuals, couples, adolescents, and families seeking counseling. I help clients with trauma, emotional abuse, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, adolescent concerns, parenting problems, and career challenges.
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Octavia Phoenix
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Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Octavia Phoenix, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Octavia has a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from The City College of New York.
Taking the first step in contacting a mental health professional can be very hard and scary. As a Black and Hispanic Woman, I know how much harder that step can be as a person of color. Everyone deserves a warm and safe space to be able to tell their truths, and that is what I aim to provide.
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Brandon Barbour
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Brandon Barbour, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Brandon has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Denver.
Therapy should be tailored to each individual, which is why I use a combination of approaches to best fit the unique needs of my clients.
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Alaina Allison
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Alaina Allison, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Alaina has a Master of Science (MS) from Long Island University.
Having difficulty navigating through life's daily stressors? I am here to help! As a clinician I offer an environment where clients can speak freely and comfortably about what is occurring in their lives. I easily engage with people and I’m an empathetic listener. I look forward to meeting you!
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Magdalena Samuel
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Magdalena Samuel, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Magdalena has a Master of Science in Education (MS ED) in Counseling from St. John's University.
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.
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Fatima Hamza Bala
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Fatima Hamza Bala, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Fatima Hamza has a Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling from Pace University.
I have been in the human services field for over a decade. I am a licensed mental health clinician with a diagnostic privilege. I have been working as a licensed mental health clinician for the past six years.
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Nikita Williams
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Nikita Williams, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Nikita has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from State University of New York, Albany.
Life's stresses can feel overwhelming, but seeking therapy is a powerful step toward healing. I offer individual, family, couples, and adolescent therapy for issues like PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship challenges. Let's work together to find inner peace and truly live.
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Theoneste Bizimana
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Theoneste Bizimana, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Theoneste has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from Daystar University.
I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York. I have been in the field of mental health for 24 years, and it has been about 7 years since I started practicing in New York State.
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Lavonne Freeman
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Lavonne Freeman, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lavonne has a Master of Social Work from State University of New York, Albany.
I offer short-term goal-oriented therapy whereby you will have opportunities to use strategies outside of the therapy platform as a means for overcoming intrusive thoughts, doubt, worry, anxiety, and or depression.
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Leeann Peters
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Leeann Peters, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Leeann has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.
I’m a licensed clinical social worker in the states of New York and North Carolina. I specialize in life development, mental health, substance use, and end-of-life choices, which include grief therapy. I work with individuals, groups, and marriage counseling, utilizing traditional and holistic therapy.
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Sunita Bechan
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Sunita Bechan, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sunita has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Stony Brook University.
I am passionate about helping people heal and rediscover their inner strength. Healing takes time, and it begins when you explore your story with curiosity rather than judgment. I offer trauma-informed therapy to support adults facing current stressors and healing from relational or childhood wounds.
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Giselle Noboa
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Giselle Noboa, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Giselle has a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) from Simmons College and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University.
I work with clients with many concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also help many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
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Atasha Codginton
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Atasha Codginton, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Atasha has a Master of Science (MS) in Ed Counseling from Alfred University.
I have experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues, including parents with Special Needs children. I believe you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.
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