Michael Cotayo, LCSW, Therapist in Brooklyn, NY

Michael Cotayo LCSW

(He/Him/His)

Hello, I am Mike! NY LCSW and trained Gestalt therapist with 20+ years of experience, using humor to help navigate trauma.

Therapist in Brooklyn, NY

About My Clients

I provide a safe and supportive space where we work side by side to overcome traumas and barriers. I have experience leading clients through body-oriented psychotherapy and anger management, and I am particularly skilled at using humor in therapy to help clients go deeper in their work. We will work on the issues you bring to the table and together carve out a road map toward a more authentic self.

My Background and Approach

I'm a licensed clinical social worker and supervisor with over 20 years of experience. I earned my Bachelor's in English/Creative Writing from Binghamton University and my Master's in Social Work from New York University, and I've worked in many different clinical settings since. As a trained Gestalt therapist, I hold the belief that we are all a sum of our parts, and in order to heal these parts we must work with our body, mind and soul to find the answers that facilitate change. Psychotherapy is an individualized plan that helps you become more aware of your actions and how they affect the way you interact with the world. During our first few sessions, we will work collaboratively to develop a treatment plan that best suits your needs. You can count on my empathetic, person-centered approach in every conversation. I look forward to meeting you!

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Other Techniques

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Other Issues

Client Focus

Languages
English

Qualifications

License
LCSW, State of New York · #075634
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW), New York University School of Social Work, 2000. Bachelor's in English/Creative Writing, Binghamton University.
Years in practice
19 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Beacon
  • Cigna
  • Oscar
  • Optum
  • TRICARE
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • UMR
  • Evernorth
  • Surest
  • Carelon Behavioral Health

Hours & Availability

In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

2428 Pitkin Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11208
(239) 291-0313
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 40.6736165°, -73.8827715°

At A Glance

  • Experience: 19 years of practice
  • Languages: English

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2428 Pitkin Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11208

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