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Laura O'Brien

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
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2+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Laura O'Brien, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Laura has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Syracuse University.

Watertown, NY
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Sex Therapy
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Attuned
Collaborative

I help individuals and couples explore where they are, where they want to be, and the path to get there. I provide a nonjudgmental space where you can untangle challenges, strengthen self-awareness, and grow. Whether you're navigating a transition, relationship problems, or seeking other goals, I'm here to support meaningful change.

Available virtually

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Melissa Paulino

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Melissa Paulino, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Melissa has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University.

New York
Specialties
Coping Skills
Domestic Violence
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
jobStress
Style
Responsive
Gentle
Supportive

I help provide space to process and navigate life transitions, adjustments to new roles, and help you feel more connected to yourself.

Available virtually

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Kristine Karig

LMHC
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10+ years

Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Kristine Karig, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Kristine has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from College of Saint Rose.

New York
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
Relationship Issues
Stress
Style
Directive
Attuned
Curious

I am a licensed therapist who enjoys working with adults at different phases of life. I have experience supporting clients through a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, postpartum, menopause, aging, and relationship difficulties.

Available virtually

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Kissy Avila Calderon

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Kissy Avila Calderon, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Kissy has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Clinical from Fordham University.

New York
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Warm
Curious

Sometimes you know a relationship, thought pattern, or behavior isn’t healthy for you, but knowing that doesn’t always make it easier to change. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, attachment concerns, and substance use. As a bilingual Black and Hispanic therapist, I provide therapy in both.

Available virtually

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Stephanie Lopez

LCSW
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1+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Stephanie Lopez, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Stephanie has a Master of Social Work from Binghamton University.

New York
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Affirming

Life can leave us feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or disconnected. You don’t have to navigate these challenges alone. I offer a supportive space to explore anxiety, self-doubt, relationships, and life transitions while building confidence, emotional balance, and a stronger connection to yourself and the life you want.

Available virtually

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Joy Svenson

Patients consistently give high satisfaction ratings

LMHC
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4+ years

Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Joy Svenson, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Joy has a Master of Science (MS) in Counseling from State University of Ny At Plattsburgh.

New York
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Stress
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Curious

I am a multi-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) working with clients via telehealth throughout the states of NY and FL. I work with adults and teenagers, individuals and families, specializing in ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Life Changes, and Relational/Interpersonal difficulties.

Available virtually

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Marquia Rivers

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMHC
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4+ years

Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Marquia Rivers, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Marquia has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Mental Health from The College at Brockport, State University of New York.

New York
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Racial Identity
Spirituality
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Collaborative

Therapy is a conversation that changes how you carry yourself through the world. Do you feel like life is falling apart? Does holding it altogether get exhausting? I help clients when they're experiencing anxiety masked as "functioning", life transitions, overthinking, people-pleasing, or emotional shut down.

Available virtually

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Dominique Nerestan

LCSW
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22+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Dominique Nerestan, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Dominique has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Columbia University.

New York
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Panic Attacks
Stress
Style
Insightful
Warm
Supportive

Life has its challenges — and some seasons can feel heavier than you ever expected. But with the right support, you can overcome them. I'm here to help you navigate whatever you're carrying.

Available virtually

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David Coen

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMHC
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12+ years

Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like David Coen, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

David has a Master in Counseling (MC) in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University.

New York
Specialties
Anxiety
Career Counseling
Depression
Peer Relationships
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Affirming

Just reaching out for help is a first step to feeling better. I help my clients navigate day to day problems and the emotions that make them so difficult. I hope you leave our sessions with hope, optimism, and the feeling that you are not alone.

Available virtually

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Shana Louallen

LCSW
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1+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Shana Louallen, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Shana has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Children, Youth, and Families from Hunter College, School of Social Work.

New York
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Gender Identity
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
Style
Exploratory
Candid
Supportive

With 16 years of practice, I help clients learn that they deserve a deeply supportive, unfiltered space to explore feelings without judgment. My goal is to listen to your unique needs while serving as an active, honest sounding board. All parts of you are welcome here.

Available virtually

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Nicole Laszlo

LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Nicole Laszlo, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Nicole has a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University.

New York
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Domestic Violence
Family Conflict
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Collaborative

I'm glad you're here and taking this step towards better mental health. I truly hope to help you on this path! Using CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused, Strength-Based and Motivational Interviewing modalities, I help clients learn to recognize and respond to their triggers. Understanding our past experiences helps us understand our behavior.

Available virtually

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Alaina Allison

LMHC
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7+ years

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.

New York
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Panic Attacks
Relationship Issues
Style
Insightful
Warm
Affirming

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!

Available virtually

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Yuriy Layvand

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
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4+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Yuriy Layvand, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Yuriy has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from New York University.

Brooklyn, NY
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Career Counseling
Coping Skills
Spirituality
Style
Insightful
Spiritual
Motivational

I love to see people heal and find their inner strength and belief in themselves. I have practiced and learned different sides of psychology and spirituality across cultures and faiths.

Available virtually

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Roseanne Tucker

LCSW
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3+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Roseanne Tucker, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Roseanne has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University.

New York
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Collaborative

I feel privileged to support clients through some of life’s most vulnerable and challenging moments. I understand that reaching out for help can be difficult, especially when you may be struggling the most, and I strive to create a safe, warm, and welcoming space where you can feel comfortable being your authentic self.

Available virtually

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Davina Porter

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Davina Porter, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Davina has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Hunter College, School of Social Work.

New York
Specialties
Relationship Issues
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Motivational

Welcome! I’m honored you’re here. I believe healing happens when compassion meets commitment. My practice blends evidence-based psychotherapy with a holistic, client-centered approach to help individuals and families navigate life’s challenges, deepen self-understanding, and create lasting, sustainable change.

Available virtually

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Victoria Davis

LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Victoria Davis, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Victoria has a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Brooklyn Campus of Long Island University.

New York
Specialties
Codependency
First Responders
Relationship Issues
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Empowering

I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor who works with individuals and couples to better understand the patterns keeping them stuck and create meaningful, lasting change. I’m pursuing my PhD in Mental Health Counseling, allowing me to integrate the latest research with compassionate, evidence-base care.

Available virtually

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Theoneste Bizimana

LMHC
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4+ years

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.

Ithaca, NY
Specialties
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Family Conflict
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Style
Insightful
Warm
Affirming

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.

Available virtually

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Jennifer Siliato Perez

LMHC
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6+ years

Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Jennifer Siliato Perez, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Jennifer has a Master in Counseling, Forensic Mental Health Counseling from John Jay College of Criminal Justice.

New York
Specialties
Codependency
Parenting
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
Women's Issues
Style
Insightful
Candid
Supportive

I'm so glad you're here! I specialize in helping high-achieving individuals who are great at taking care of everyone else but have lost sight of themselves. If you're navigating relationship issues, a major life transition, burnout, or a quiet identity shift you can't quite name, you're in the right place.

Available virtually

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Chaina Pratt

LMHC
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1+ years

Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Chaina Pratt, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Chaina has a Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling from State University of New York, Albany.

New York
Specialties
Anxiety
Codependency
Depression
Divorce
Relationship Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Empowering

I know reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and my goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we'll work to help you gain insight, build practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.

Available virtually

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Baruch Gubnitsky

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
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1+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Baruch Gubnitsky, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

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New York
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Panic Attacks
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Warm
Collaborative

You may appear to have everything together while privately feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself. You do not have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, feel genuinely understood, and begin creating meaningful, lasting change.

Available virtually

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Rachel Burnetter

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCSW
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5+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Rachel Burnetter, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Rachel has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from State University of New York, Albany.

Albany, NY
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Relationship Issues
Stress
Style
Exploratory
Candid
Curious

If you are reading this, I hope you are proud of yourself for trying to improve. I like working with those who are looking for accountability in a supportive, open, non-judgmental environment. Whether your hope is to tackle a goal in a few sessions or seek long-term support, I would love to be a part of your journey.

Available virtually

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Sharon Goldman

LP
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1+ years

Licensed Psychologists (LPs), like Sharon Goldman, hold a doctoral degree and are trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Sharon has a Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute.

New York
Specialties
Depression
Grief
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Affirming

Thank you for checking out my profile. I look forward to meeting you. I am a trauma-informed, psychodynamically oriented psychologist. I engage clients about their family history but also about their current life, including work, relationships, health, interests, and parenting, if it pertains. I am trained to work with dreams.

Available virtually

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Blanca Santana

LCSW
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25+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Blanca Santana, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Blanca has a Doctor of Philosophy in Social Welfare from City University of New York and a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University.

New York
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Racial Identity
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Collaborative

If you are finding yourself stuck in patterns that impact your well-being, relationships, or sense of fulfillment and are also looking for a space to slow down, reflect, and feel understood, you’re not alone. My goal is to help you find a space that will help you feel more grounded, confident, connected, and fulfilled.

Available virtually

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Magda Zapata

Recognized for high quality patient care

LMHC
•
4+ years

Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Magda Zapata, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Magda has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from LIU Post.

Merrick, NY
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Warm
Empowering

I’m a licensed mental health counselor helping individuals, couples, and families navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I offer counseling in English and Spanish, providing a compassionate space for growth and meaningful change.

Available virtually

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Vesta Walker

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LCSW
•
1+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Vesta Walker, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Vesta has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from New York University.

Jamaica, NY
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Supportive

I am an LCSW with 15 years of experience supporting client during sensitive transitions. I blend insight-oriented therapy, relational frameworks, and practical tools to help you move from self-doubt to self-trust. Together, we unpack old patterns and beliefs that have kept you in survival mode, making space for self-compassion, balance, and joy.

Available virtually

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