Cigna Therapists in New York

Finding a therapist who accepts Cigna insurance can make mental health care more accessible and manageable within your budget. With 545 verified therapists in New York who accept Cigna insurance, you can filter by therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and supportive counseling to address concerns like anxiety, depression, or life transitions. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist listed below is currently accepting new clients and has availability within the next 30 days, ensuring timely, quality support tailored to your needs within your Cigna insurance coverage.

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Availability updated: 8/7/2026

New to Grow

Specialties

Anger Management
Coping Skills
Grief
Hi everyone, welcome to my profile. I am glad that you are engaged in this journey of self-help and interested in learning more about therapy. I recognize that, for many, therapy, is a big step in trying to improve their lives, and people can be nervous or unfamiliar with therapy, at first. Regardless of any stigmas attached to therapy, I firmly believe in the importance of therapy and that this process has helped many people. I strive to make the therapeutic environment a comfortable and non-judgmental place where clients feel they can fully express themselves. I am originally from New York- born and raised. I moved to Chicago in June of 2025 and I am living and experiencing a new city. I have worked with a variety of clients, including those of different ages and backgrounds. My areas of focus, include, but not limited to, 1) Grief and Loss 2) Family and personal relationships, including divorce, marriage, and romantic relationships 3) Emotional Regulation and anger management, 4) Anxiety and stress 5) Life Transitions.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
+3
I am Tania Almeida, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, and other mental health challenges using approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to work toward healing, balance, and lasting personal growth.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Military/Veterans
+10
Starting therapy can feel intimidating at any stage of life. Whether you are a teenager navigating the challenges of adolescence or an adult managing life's responsibilities and transitions, seeking support is a courageous step. I strive to create a therapeutic space that is welcoming, compassionate, and free from judgment, where you can safely explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I believe therapy is more than just talking—it can be a place to laugh, reflect, learn, heal, and grow. My approach is personalized to meet the unique needs of each individual. For adolescents, I incorporate creative and engaging interventions, including art, games, and interactive activities, to encourage self-expression, emotional awareness, and healthy coping skills. For adults, I provide a supportive environment to process challenges, build resilience, and work toward meaningful goals. The teenage years can bring challenges related to identity, friendships, family relationships, academic pressures, self-esteem, anxiety, and emotional well-being. Adults often face stressors related to careers, relationships, parenting, life transitions, grief, anxiety, depression, and balancing responsibilities. Regardless of age or circumstance, everyone deserves a space where they feel heard, understood, and supported. I believe each person has a unique story, and my role is to listen, understand, and help them build on their strengths. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in a practical, down-to-earth way, helping clients recognize patterns that may be keeping them stuck. Together, we identify goals, develop healthy coping strategies, and work toward positive change. As a clinician, I am honest, transparent, open-minded, and approachable. Whether you are an adolescent finding your voice or an adult seeking support through life's complexities, I am committed to walking alongside you with empathy, encouragement, and respect. I look forward to getting to know you and supporting your journey toward growth and healing.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Couples Counseling
Grief
Life Transitions
+7
I am a warm empathetic therapist who will hear your perspectives and help you identify any limiting beliefs. I will provide a safe place that will allow you to reach your fullest potential. I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with extensive clinical experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings. I offer individual, couples, and family sessions and bring a wealth of experience in family system work, grief counselling and trauma work.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Depression
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
+5
Hello! I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who helps adults move through challenges with greater clarity and confidence. Whether you’re navigating relationship concerns, work stress, major life changes, or long‑standing patterns that no longer serve you, you deserve a space that feels warm, supportive, and non-judgmental. I take a compassionate and flexible approach that recognizes your lived experiences, strengths, and the realities of your day‑to‑day life.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Autism
Child or Adolescent
+7
I have eight years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in the education field and therapeutic world. I have experience treating children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). I also have experience in helping adults suffering from Bipolar Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Depression, along with helping adults navigate life changes and other related stressors.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Men's Issues
+10
Hello, my name is Doug. I have been a mental health professional for 15 years and have worked in many different venues with many different populations. The central theme of my work has always been helping people get to where they want to go. In sessions- you and I will ally to identify and then work towards any goals you have while I serve as a supportive resource who will aim to be useful in helping you notice patterns and build skills. Mental health is health and as humans we all need support enriching our health. My goal will always be to support you.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
+6
As a licensed clinician, I typically work with young adults who are looking to overcome past traumas, going through life transitions, or are seeking help in learning to cope with daily stressors. I also thoroughly enjoying helping people find connections between past experiences and current life circumstances to help prevent repeating negative patterns. My work usually involves discussing any history of complex emotional trauma, identifying and challenging negative beliefs, and connecting with different parts of ourselves that play a role in how we think and how we interact with others and the world around us. I'm always open to talk therapy for people who are looking to vent about stressors and discuss ways to move forward.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Mood Disorders
+4
I’m Mark, a therapist who believes healing works best when it feels like a genuine partnership. I bring a grounded, approachable style to therapy — one that’s warm, accepting, and human. I work with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, and I value the unique stories and identities each person brings. My role is to walk alongside you, offering steadiness, curiosity, and the occasional well‑timed laugh as we navigate the hard parts and celebrate the moments of growth.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
+10
As a bilingual Latinx/e Therapist based in NY I am especially equipped to support adults navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions by offering a warm, grounded, and nonjudgmental space where they can feel heard and understood. I believe in meeting people where they are and tailoring care to each person’s unique needs and goals. I use a trauma-informed approach which incorporates EMDR, mindfulness, and practical tools to help clients heal, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
+3
I am a dedicated and passionate therapist with 6 years experience who wants to help guide clients through their healing and self-discovery journeys and promote emotional growth. I have worked with many populations from various walks of life, including adolescents, adults, seniors, various racial/ethnic backgrounds, different socioeconomic statuses, and those facing unique life events. Additionally, I have extensive experience in addressing family and relationship issues
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New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
LGBTQ
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hey my love, I'm Laura -- welcome to Audacious Healing! As a Black, queer, neurodivergent, femme-presenting therapist, I bring refreshing honesty to a space that's actually built for you to let your hair down. No performing, no pretending — just real talk, empowerment, and the motivation to keep going. I've spent over a decade as a trauma therapist--working with teens, young adults, parents and families who don't always see themselves reflected in traditional therapy spaces. Specialities include: Trauma CBT, Somatic Healing, EMDR, Identity Work, LGBTQIA+, Black Culture, Confidence and Empowerment work, and much more! If you're ready for a space where you can show up fully as yourself, book a free intro call to see if we are a good fit for you!
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New to Grow

Specialties

Chronic Illness
Coping Skills
Women's Issues
+8
Hi, I'm Grisel Maisonet, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, stress, and self-esteem concerns. I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs and goals. Together, we'll identify your strengths, develop practical coping strategies, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or simply looking for support and personal growth, I'm here to help you take the next step toward healing and living a more balanced, fulfilling life.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+5
Are you a driven person with a strong inner critic? That relentless voice in your brain may show up as overthinking, over-giving, perfectionism, procrastination, relationships that keep hitting the same walls, or a body that won't let you rest. I specialize in creative, evidence-based methods to help you calm your inner critic and rewire your nervous system. Together, we can restore balance to your mind and body, leading to healthier connections.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
+10
You may be going through big changes in life, fatherhood-motherhood, new marriage, professional challenges, or facing illness, getting older, losing people close to you, moving to a new place, starting over after divorce, or adjusting after a breakup or a change in your military life. These experiences can make anyone wonder who they are, how they relate to others, how they make decisions, and how they deal with grief, change, and conflict. Life keeps giving me chances to adjust to changes in my body, feelings, thoughts, and spirit. Some days are easier than others, and that’s just part of being human. I see it as a way to keep getting stronger, more flexible, and better at handling life.When my emotions feel really strong, I may feel pulled in different directions. But reaching out, connecting with someone, and taking action usually helps me stay resilient and keep moving forward.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Couples Counseling
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hi, My Name is Lydia Ignacio I am a LCSW in NY & FL and Transformational Coach providing combined energetic healing services. My areas of expertise include trauma, stress, and transitional life changes such as within the anxiety spectrum, depressive spectrum, PTSD, complex PTSD, relational trauma, trauma informed anxieties, depression, and PTSD, issues of identity, LGBTQ+ identity, relationship and relational challenges in couples counseling, LGBT+ couples counseling, and career development.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+10
I am a compassionate and client-centered mental health clinician dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with resilience and confidence. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, develop insight, and build practical skills to foster lasting emotional well-being. My approach is collaborative, culturally responsive, and grounded in evidence-based practices tailored to each client's unique needs. Whether working through anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or relationship concerns, I am committed to empowering clients on their journey toward healing, growth, and meaningful change.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Crisis Intervention
Domestic Violence
Trauma and PTSD
+8
With more than three decades of experience as a therapist, I provide a strength-based, family-driven, solution-focused approach to counseling. My own life experiences, along with years of professional practice, has given me insight into many of life's challenges and transitions. I believe that life can be a powerful teacher and that, through adversity, people often discover strengths they never knew they possessed. My goal is to help you identify your strengths, build resilience, and find hope as we work together to navigate your experiences and create positive change. As a Christian therapist, my faith informs my belief in hope, healing, grace, and personal growth. For clients who desire it, I can incorporate faith-based principles and relevant biblical wisdom into the counseling process. Together, we can work to create meaningful, lasting change as you move toward becoming the best version of yourself.
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New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Couples Counseling
+10
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 30 years of experience helping individuals, couples and families navigate anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and life transitions. I have extensive experience helping professionals and first responders cope and manage trauma and work stress. I stress the importance of self care, "play" and mindfulness. Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where we work together to build resilience, develop effective solutions, and help you move toward the life you want.
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Open-minded
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Grief
I’m Nydia, a licensed clinical social worker with 15 years of experience. I offer a warm, affirming space where clients feel seen, heard, and understood. My compassionate, collaborative approach helps people explore their emotions, recognize their strengths, heal old wounds, and create meaningful change at a pace that feels right for them. Together, we build self-awareness, confidence, balance, and hope.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
+7
Hi, I'm Patty, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience helping adults and young adults navigate anxiety, stress, relationships, self-esteem, and life transitions. I provide a warm, supportive, and practical approach to therapy, creating a space where clients feel comfortable being themselves. My goal is to help you gain insight, build coping skills, and make meaningful changes that improve your overall well-being.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Serious Mental Illness
Trauma and PTSD
+3
I am a licensed clinical social worker and having been working in the mental health field for approximately five years, in a variety of settings. For the last four years, I have been doing community-based crisis work and strive to meet my clients where they are at and find solutions to best support them. I received my MSW at Boston College and have been working in the Capital Region of NY for the past six years. I look forward to welcoming you to therapy and congratulations on taking a meaningful step towards your future!
Available
Authentic
Open-minded

Specialties

Crisis Intervention
Spirituality
Women's Issues
+10
As individuals we carry our own load and we also carry things that don't belong to us. We go through life carrying personal trauma, grief, generational patterns and behaviors, cultural expectations, trauma from religion, marriage, pre and post pregnancy concerns, and parenting. I also have created an environment where first responders, health care, law enforcement. I work with children, adolescents and adults seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, grief, and life transitions. For clients who desire it, I thoughtfully integrate Christian faith into the therapeutic process while providing evidence-based, compassionate care that honors each person's beliefs and values.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
+10
I'm a licensed clinical social worker who values creating a warm, open, and non-judgmental environment. I believe in allowing you to lead at your own pace and place great importance on collaboration when determining areas of focus, potential goals, and next steps. While affirmation and validation are crucial, I also like to gently offer differing perspectives and ask questions you may not have thought to ask yourself. I specialize in supporting young adults navigating their way through life, individuals of any age who feel stuck or unable to quiet their mind, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
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Authentic
Humorous
Intelligent

Specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Coping Skills
I am a licensed therapist (LCSW) specializing in the treatment of anxiety disorders including (GAD), nerodivergence, couples therapy, depression symptoms, and trauma. I provide 100% remote, secure telehealth sessions for individuals, and couples. residing across Washington DC, New York, Nevada, and Connecticut, allowing you to prioritize your mental heath from the complete comfort, privacy, and safety of your own home. I work with individuals experiencing chronic anxiety, rumination, panic symptoms, emotional overwhelm, burnout, and mood-related challenges. I provide structured support to help clients manage symptoms, improve emotional regulation, and develop effective coping skills. I also specialize in couples therapy and relationship counseling, supporting partners with communication issues, recurring conflict, trust concerns, emotional disconnection, and attachment-related patterns. I offer LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and provide a safe, inclusive environment for clients of all identities and relationship structures. My work is collaborative and evidence-based, focused on symptom reduction and relational improvement. I like to consider myself as a "thought partner" that cultivates and provides a "safe space" for individuals, I assist
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Frequently asked questions

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in New York. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across New York from Buffalo to Rochester! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in New York.

Yes! If you use Cigna you’ll be asked to verify your Member ID at the time you book the appointment. However, if you don’t have Cigna you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.

The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need.

Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.

Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.