Licensed to practice in New York and accepts 26 insurances. Specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, Life Transitions and 10 more.
(he/him)
Clients say this provider is
I’m a clinical social work therapist who works with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, and everyday life stressors. I use a supportive, collaborative approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you better understand your thoughts, manage emotions, and build practical coping skills. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, empowered, and equipped to make meaningful, lasting changes.
In our first session, we’ll focus on getting to know you and what brings you to therapy. I’ll ask about your current concerns, background, and what you hope to gain from our work together. We’ll also begin identifying initial goals and discuss how I can best support you. You can expect a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can share at your own pace, ask questions, and start building a foundation for our work together.
What stands out about my approach is the balance between structure and genuine connection. I use evidence-based methods like CBT to offer clear, practical tools, while also creating a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. I believe therapy should be both validating and empowering. Together, we’ll not only explore patterns and build insight, but also take meaningful, manageable steps toward change. My goal is to help you feel heard and understood, while also supporting you in building confidence, strengthening coping skills, and creating lasting, positive growth. Clients often share that our work feels both reassuring and productive—offering a sense of clarity, direction, and real progress.
I am best positioned to support individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, and life stressors and are motivated to better understand themselves and create meaningful change. I work well with clients who may feel stuck in patterns of negative thinking, emotional overwhelm, or relationship challenges, and who are open to learning practical skills to improve their daily functioning. My approach is especially helpful for those seeking a structured, supportive environment to build coping strategies, strengthen self-awareness, and work toward goals such as improved mood, healthier relationships, and increased confidence.
ADHD
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Addiction
Autism
Bipolar Disorder
Couples Counseling
Family Conflict
First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Grief
Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Man
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
New York
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Arlo
Cash - $150 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
GTEB
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Tufts Health/Cigna
I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into my practice to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns that impact their emotions and behaviors. Using a structured, goal-oriented approach, I support clients in developing practical coping skills, challenging negative self-talk, and building healthier ways of thinking and responding. My work emphasizes collaboration, empowerment, and creating lasting change through evidence-based strategies.
Supportive therapy is a collaborative, compassionate approach that helps you navigate life's challenges while building on your existing strengths. In our sessions, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can process difficult emotions, gain perspective, and develop practical coping strategies. Together, we'll work to reduce distress, strengthen resilience, improve self-confidence, and help you feel more capable of managing stress, relationships, and everyday challenges. My goal is to meet you where you are, offering encouragement, validation, and evidence-based guidance that empowers you to move toward lasting emotional well-being.
Strengths-based therapy focuses on identifying and building upon the qualities, abilities, and resilience you already possess. Rather than focusing solely on problems or symptoms, I help you recognize your personal strengths, past successes, and internal resources to create meaningful change. Together, we'll use these strengths to overcome challenges, increase confidence, develop healthy coping skills, and work toward your goals. I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, and my role is to help you discover and harness the strengths that support lasting emotional well-being.
3 ratings with written reviews
August 21, 2026
Chris’ energy is such that I’m confident opening up and his probes directed the conversation in a productive way. I look forward to our next session!!
August 14, 2026
Chris is the best therapist I’ve ever had. He has helped me get through so much.
July 22, 2026
Our first session was great. Chris was very warm and welcoming. I genuinely look forward to our next session.