Cassandra Saimond (she/her)

LCSW
Accepting Clients

Cassandra utilizes person-centered therapy to help clients identify strengths and areas of need while learning how to address those needs.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York

Services
  • Individual
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

I frequently work with populations who have experienced trauma histories, as well as those people who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, life changes, and daily adjustments. At this time, all clients have been experiencing the persistent trauma of COVID-19 for two years, which often is addressed throughout sessions as well. Clients often benefit from support around setting boundaries and working through relationship challenges with people in their lives.

My Background and Approach

Throughout the intake process, we will identify your reasons for coming to therapy and the goals you want to work on together in therapy. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. I have a history of working with clients experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, and parenting challenges. I often work with clients on setting boundaries and navigating relationships, whether they be romantic, familial, friendships, or work-based. Throughout the work, we will explore techniques from modalities that include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness. Occasionally, depending on the needs and goals, homework may be assigned, which often involves practicing a specific mindfulness technique or coping skill.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

My core values stem from the belief that everyone has intrinsic value and deserves to live life as they would like to. Though external factors, systemic biases, and barriers can impede this, people should all be able to receive support to make progress toward their own goals. I believe that addressing systemic racism and bias is a necessary part of therapy and engaging in social location work between the therapist and client allows for the work to begin in the room (whether that be a virtual or physical space).

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Person-Centered (Rogerian)
Other Techniques
  • Attachment Theory
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief or Loss
Other Issues
  • Adoption Issues
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Bipolar
  • Burnout
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Grief or Loss
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Optum
  • United Healthcare UMR
  • Univera Healthcare
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 5 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $100 - 150/session

Reach out to Cassandra