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Find the right therapist for you in New York City

Home to over eight million, New York is far and away the largest city in the United States.

Living in NYC comes with a fair share of unique challenges, though - many of which can have a significant impact on your mental health. It’s estimated that over half a million people in New York struggle with depression - but less than 40% of those people end up getting professional care to address it. Similarly, some data suggests that as many as 20% of adults in New York will likely face a mental health issue in any given year.

Healthy and productive therapy can strengthen your resilience when facing obstacles, and help improve your mental wellbeing as a whole. Finding the right therapist in New York, however, can be a surprisingly difficult and time-consuming process. It’s kind of like commuting between boroughs; you know where you want to go, and there are a variety of options for how to get there, so how do you choose which one is for you?

Rest assured, TherapyDen makes it easy to find the best therapist in NYC for you!

Need a mental health professional who is experienced with a particular issue?

Taking stock of what you want to address in therapy is a helpful method for finding the right fit with a mental health professional.

The hustle and bustle of “The Big Apple” can be appealing and exciting, but many people derive a great deal of distress from being surrounded by it all the time. If that sounds like you, finding a therapist who specializes in stress, anxiety, or working with highly sensitive people in New York is a great way to address those feelings.

NYC is one of the most expensive cities to live in (even in rent-controlled buildings), which can make managing your finances a difficult and stressful task. So much so, in fact, that data compiled by the New York Mayor’s Office of Community Mental Health shows that the most poverty-stricken neighborhoods in New York have more than double the amount of psychiatric hospitalizations compared to wealthier neighborhoods. A therapist who specializes in treating job stress, burnout, low self-esteem, or suicidal thoughts may be a good fit to help you combat financial and occupational concerns through therapy.

The culture of the city places tremendous emphasis and value on style and fashion, which in turn reinforces the ever-growing issue of unrealistic beauty standards. A mental health professional who focuses on body image issues can help equip you with the tools you need to thrive in the face of those challenges.

If you’re someone who likes to stay up-to-date on all of the happenings around local and national politics, which many people in New York are, there are even therapists who can help you manage anxiety around the political climate!

Looking for a specific type of therapy?

Use TherapyDen’s search filters to find therapists that provide services such as individual therapy, couples counseling, marriage counseling, or family therapy. You can also use filters to easily see which therapists in New York offer in-person or online sessions, and other important factors such as cost and insurance.

Once you’ve found therapists near you, what’s next?

Take some time to review each therapist’s profile who matches what you’re looking for, learn more about their background, approach, and where they’re located in New York City. Once you’ve found a therapist that feels like a good fit, you can email them right from their TherapyDen profile to schedule an appointment or free initial consultation!

When you’re reaching out, remember - this therapist will need to learn more about you as well to determine if they think it’s a good match. In a few sentences, tell them a little bit about what’s bringing you to therapy, as well as any other questions you may have about their services or experience.

Are you a therapist or mental health professional in NYC?

If you want to connect with better client matches and build your practice in New York, you’re in the right place! Create a free profile with TherapyDen today and help your ideal clients find you.

Sources for mental health data::

• https://mentalhealth.cityofnewyork.us/dashboard/

• https://www1.nyc.gov/nyc-resources/thrivenyc.page