Licensed to practice in New York and accepts 37 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Life Transitions, Self Esteem and 3 more.
Justine Hale
(she/her)
Hi, I’m Justine Hale, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in New York City. I earned my undergraduate degree from John Jay College and my Master’s from NYU. With 8 years in the human services field—5 of those as a practicing therapist—I bring experience working with adults, children, families, and couples. My integrative approach is tailored to meet each client where they are, and I specialize in supporting those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and life transitions.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
I recognize that reaching out for therapy is a meaningful and sometimes difficult step. At the heart of my work is building a safe, supportive, and trusting relationship so that every client feels heard, valued, and understood. If you’re considering therapy, please know I’m here to answer questions and walk alongside you as you take the next step toward growth and healing.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I take an integrative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to meet a client’s unique needs in that moment. I have experience working with adults, children, families, and couples, and often work with individuals entering therapy for the first time, while also welcoming those who have previous experience in therapy. As an LGBTQIA+ ally, I hold a holistic perspective that considers the many factors—personal, relational, and societal—that shape well-being. I view therapy as a collaborative process, creating space for healing, empowerment, and self-discovery.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal clients are adult individuals navigating seasons of change—whether that’s adjusting to new roles, managing anxiety or depression, healing from trauma, or working through relationship challenges. I’m best positioned to support those who are ready to better understand themselves, strengthen emotional awareness, and build healthier patterns in their relationships and daily lives.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Other specialties
Coping Skills
LGBTQ
Women's Issues
I identify as
Black / African American
LGBTQ
Person of Color (POC)
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
New York
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Cash - $120 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I believe that we are the experts in our lives. Utilizing Rogerian Therapy, I focus on the client, providing a safe space to share and providing guidance to support.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I encourage individuals to stay in the present. We will utilize meditation, breathing exercises, and body scans to help bring our body and mind to the present.
4 ratings with written reviews
April 23, 2026
i felt safe, heard, and understood. i love the interactiveness with the prompts or other helpful tools to help me on my journey
Verified client, age 18-24
April 15, 2026
Justine was warm and very intelligent. She provided a space where I felt safe, heard and understood. She allowed me to go at my own pace without pushing. I look forward to continuing on the journey of self discovery, healing, and growth.
Verified client, age 35-44
April 15, 2026
She's really so nice and emphasizes the importance of collaboration in the therapeutic space. I love her energy, it's extremely warm and authentic. She provides prompts to think about each week, can schedule the next session with you after the session time is up, and asks great questions that help you reflect upon your actions, thoughts, and behaviors. I've been appreciating her approach and am excited to continue to work with her in the future!