Therapists near me in New York City, NY

Finding a therapist in NYC who truly understands your pace, pressures, and personal goals can be a vital part of your mental health journey. With 11 verified therapists in New York City — including the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and Staten Island — you can find a therapist by therapy styles like CBT, psychodynamic therapy, or trauma-informed care, or those who focus on areas such as stress, identity, burnout, anxiety, or depression, bipolar disorder, and more. Every provider is Grow Therapy-verified, currently accepting new clients, and has availability within the next few days, so you can connect with care that fits your schedule—and your life.

Availability updated: 11/29/2025

Aicha Nadifi

LCSW, 9 years of experience

Warm
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
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I’m a licensed psychotherapist who blends practical tools with a calm, trauma-informed approach. I help adults and couples reduce anxiety, improve communication, and feel steadier in their bodies and relationships. My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. You’ll get clear goals, gentle structure, and skills you can use between sessions. My work draws from attachment theory, CBT/ACT, IFS-informed parts work, and somatic regulation so change is felt, not just understood. Clients describe me as grounding and thoughtful; they leave sessions with language for what they’re feeling and simple steps to move forward. I’m culturally responsive and sensitive to faith, family roles, and identity. You don’t have to explain your background to be understood here. Together, we’ll slow things down, make sense of patterns, and build flexible habits that support the life you want.
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Mattie Chein

LCSW, 6 years of experience

Authentic
Warm
Solution oriented

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
+8
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem? Are you feeling unsatisfied in your relationships or find yourself wanting more out of life? Whatever brought you here, you've taken a first step toward change. My approach blends practical tools from CBT and DBT with somatic work and EMDR, so you not only learn to shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors but also understand how the body holds onto experiences and how to release them. This combination of evidence-based techniques and genuine conversation helps you create real, lasting change.
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Yanique Cox

LCSW, 11 years of experience

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
+8
Feeling stuck, anxious, or weighed down by life’s challenges? You don’t have to face it alone. I help adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or major life changes find relief and clarity. In our sessions, you’ll have a safe, supportive space to be heard, explore what’s holding you back, and learn practical ways to feel calmer, more confident, and more like yourself.
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Zhen (Anna) Han

LCSW, 7 years of experience

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
+4
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes that when we are truly seen and heard, we can grow and heal. Guided by my Christian faith, I bring a calm, attentive, and compassionate presence to each session, creating a space where curiosity, honesty, and self-reflection are welcomed. My goal is to help you feel supported and understood while exploring your experiences, gaining clarity, and building practical strategies to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
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Destony Stewart

LCSW, 8 years of experience

Specialties

Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Destony is a Harlem native and a licensed clinical social worker. She received her graduate degree in Social Welfare from the University at Albany, State University of New York. As a clinician, Destony has worked with diverse populations including children, adolescents, and adults living with emotional and mental challenges. She has also worked with teens and young adults in school settings as well as homes for adults living with severe mental illnesses.
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Jillian Cea

LMHC, 8 years of experience

Frequently rebooked

Intelligent
Warm
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Grief
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
+8
Hi there, my name is Jillian and I am a LMHC-D in the state of New York. Welcome to my practice! I specialize in working with adults facing anxiety/ OCD, trauma-related experiences, and grief & loss. My passion is to help you live the life you have envisioned for yourself. This may look like restructuring anxious thought patterns, setting healthy boundaries, or processing a traumatic experience. My goal is to guide you to your emotional freedom, allowing you more space for a a meaningful life.
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James Cherry

LCSW, 7 years of experience

Open-minded

Specialties

Couples Counseling
Physical Health Condition
Trauma and PTSD
+8
I am James Cherry, a trauma-certified, DBT-certified therapist and clinical supervisor specializing in complex trauma, personality disorders, and relational healing. With a background as a high school educator, I bring a deep passion for learning, psychoeducation, and accessible care into therapy. My practice is neurodivergent-affirming, LGBTQIA+ inclusive, and rooted in evidence-based care that fosters resilience, clarity, connection, and lifelong growth.
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Jennifer K. Fuller

LMHC, 15 years of experience

Warm
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Peer Relationships
+10
In my practice I value wellness for the mind and body. A comfortable and safe environment are my priorities, as we work towards meaningful personal and relational changes together. I rely heavily on body and nervous system focused practices, mindfulness and intentionality, as well as healing, relational, and experiential strategies. I will come alongside you to guide you towards connection, growth, and embodiment.
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Rachel Samet

LCSW, 8 years of experience

New to Grow

Specialties

Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
+10
I work with those navigating stress, trauma, and relationship challenges. Using attachment-focused therapy, humanistic approaches, psychodynamic therapy, CBT, IFS, and somatic techniques, I help you process trauma, understand patterns, and build resilience. I take a compassionate, client-centered approach, focusing on your unique goals, needs, and experiences, and supporting you in feeling safer, more connected to yourself, and empowered to create meaningful and lasting change in your life.
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Darlene Browning

LCSW, 30 years of experience

Challenging
Authentic

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
HI I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker , I am licensed in New York , New Jersey, Pennslyvania and Delaware and I have been a Social Worker since 2001. I graduated from Hunter College School of Social Work and I have worked in the mental health for over 30 years.I provide psychotherapy with an eclectic, person-centered, and non-judgemental approach. I provide a safe, secure, and empathetic warm environment. The world can be scary, cold, and insensitive place to be and there is a lot of uncertainty going around, but together we can get through it. I have a certificate in Intergerated Trauma , newly trained in EMDR, and AEDP as well. i am also part of the BIPOC community. I also have experience working with LGBT community, relationships, intimacy issues, and attachment issues , career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue. My clinical approach includes CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Trauma, abuse and family conflict. I use Zoom, Face time, Doxyme and Google Meet.
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Judy Wolofsky

LCSW, 15 years of experience

Solution oriented
Intelligent
Warm

Specialties

Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
+10
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is skilled in numerous modalities that includes both EMDR and sensorimotor therapies. My specialties go to the root of the problem and finds the silver thread or in therapeutic terms the neurobiological network that connects the negative beliefs inherent in all the trauma the patient experienced. In addition to my trauma training I earned my RPT (registered play therapist) and I have extensive knowledge of child development and counseling children and adolescents. I am willing to counsel adolescents online but children younger than 12 must be seen in person.
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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.

What to expect during your first session?

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.