Samantha Aversano (She/her)

LCSW
Accepting Clients

I create a warm and inviting environment for clients to jump into therapy or take their time with opening up to me.

Addictions Counselor in New York

Services
  • Individual
  • Family
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

I believe that the client takes the reins in therapy with me. I go where the clients wants to go, while asking questions to help me learn more about you and patterns of behavior that might be coming up. I believe knowing how you feel and think helps us get to the root of an issue that may be coming up. I am a cheerleader for my clients, empowering them to make the next step in a goal or speak their mind. I help my clients appreciate themselves and reinforce positive self talk.

My Background and Approach

I am a Licensed Clinical Master Social Worker in the state of New York, I received my Masters of Social Work from Silberman School of Social Work. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral techniques to help my clients understand their feelings, mind, and body. I am an affirming therapist who works with the LGBTQIA+ community. I write letters of support for gender affirming care and I have advanced training in lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender issues, adhering to all WPATH standards of care.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Grief or Loss LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists Self-Esteem
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Bipolar
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Grief or Loss
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 5 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $130/session

Reach out to Samantha