Les Waite (he/him)

Psy.D.
Accepting Clients

I am psychologist with specializations in addictive disorders, trauma treatment, and treatment of anxiety and depression-related disorders.

Clinical Psychologist in New York

Services
  • Individual

About My Clients

I have extensive experience working with persons struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma, among others. I specialize in the treatment of military Veterans and persons experiencing addiction, both chemical and behavioral, with a strong focus on Gambling Disorder and Compulsive Sexual Behavior. I have worked extensively with LQBTQIA+ clients and provide gender-affirming care for members of that community who seek counseling.

My Background and Approach

My approach to general therapy is strengths-based and heavily rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Enhancement. I am experienced in trauma-related treatments such as Exposure Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy as well as dual-diagnosis approaches to treating substance use disorders and trauma at the same time.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I see therapy is a collaborative relationship built on respect and trust, and my primary goal is to help you make the changes you’d like to see in your life. To that end, I encourage you to take advantage of a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can both explore how we’ll work together and how I can help make you realize the changes you’d like to see.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Addiction Counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Addiction Counseling
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Gambling Addiction LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
Other Issues
  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Gambling Addiction
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Grief or Loss
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Self-Esteem
  • Veterans/Military Service
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Oscar
  • Optum
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • Blue Cross blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 14 years of practice
  • Rate: $100 - 180/session

Reach out to Les