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I strive to bring a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach to therapy. I have been a social worker for 10 years, working with mothers of babies in the neonatal ICU for 5 years, and a mother for over 25 years. Moms go through a lot. Are you a woman seeking to become pregnant? Have you recently experienced a miscarriage or a loss? Are you a mother of young children? I have a strong connection with women in all stages of motherhood, whether you are aspiring to be a mother, find motherhood overwhelming and all-consuming, or have recently suffered a loss. No other loss is quite like the pain of miscarriage and infant loss. In therapy, you will be heard and seen. I'll give you the space to let it all out, and to process what you are going through.
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
I'm Laura Galasso, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over six years of experience working with children, teens, families and young adults. My background spans school-based mental health, outpatient settings, and private practice. I specialize in trauma-informed care, anxiety, depression, and supporting clients through life transitions. I work with clients ages 12 and up, and I'm constantly deepening my training expertise to benefit my clients. I believe in showing up for clients with genuine warmth and a commitment to growth.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
I like to help my clients recreate their narrative through expressive forms of art. In my practice I've only ever had clients who were visionaries. After all, aren't visionaries those who see things others don't see ... yet? Here's to system redesign!
Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Optum Medicaid NY, Oscar,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Humana Medicare Advantage, Oscar, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Relationship Issues, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Substance Abuse / Addiction
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar,
Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues, Grief or loss, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Oxford, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar,
I hold a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Social Work from Western Michigan University, equipping me with a strong foundation in clinical practice and social work principles.
My professional background as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker encompasses a diverse range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Behavioral Therapy, Biblical Christian Counseling, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Relational Therapy, Solution-Focused Couples Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Cognitive Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Family-Focused Therapy.
I am dedicated to providing tailored, compassionate care to male and female adults, as well as the geriatric population, addressing a wide spectrum of mental health, emotional, and relational needs to foster empowerment and well-being.
Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues, Relationship Issues, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar,
Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Curative, Oscar, Providence Health Plan,
I became a clinician because I firmly believe that my purpose in life is to help others heal through compassionate and empathic therapy. I hope we can start your healing process as soon as you are ready.
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar,
I’m an experienced licensed mental health counselor and I believe that meaningful therapy starts with a genuine human connection. The relationship between client and therapist is at the heart of my work and I strive to create a space that feels warm, comfortable, and free of judgment. I bring curiosity, compassion, and humor into the room and I focus on attuning to each client’s unique needs so therapy feels personal, collaborative, and real.
While I aim to be supportive and affirming, I also believe growth often requires gentle challenge. I work to help clients notice patterns, stretch beyond what feels familiar, and engage honestly with themselves—always at a pace that feels respectful and manageable. My approach is integrative and tailored to each person or couple I work with. I’m trained in EMDR and also draw from CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and psychodynamic approaches. I enjoy working with individuals and couples, with areas of focus that include trauma, relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, substance use, self-esteem, and identity. Whether you’re looking to heal, gain insight, or make meaningful change, I’ll walk alongside you with warmth, honesty, and intention.
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Melissa specializes in working with people from many walks of life -from those that are just looking to become more aware of their internal patterns to those with specific goals. She has experience working in high stress environments, with clients who have issues related to mental health, substance use, trauma, and more. She is also passionate about helping those who are interested in cultivating leadership skills, managing the stress of challenging work environments, supervising staff and employee burnout prevention.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Family Issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Providence Health Plan,
Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Anger Management, Depression, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Humana Medicare Advantage, Oscar, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
I am warm, engaging and view therapy as an educational and empowering process. I see my strengths as guiding the process, but not controlling. I emphasize how each client can take charge of their unique situation and provide the tools to do so as well as over 43 years of clinical practice experience. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NY and Maryland, the latter is my current virtual practice. I earned my MSW in 1979. I was employed for 42 years at a hospital on Long Island.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Relationship Issues, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Sleep disorder, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar,
Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Providence Health Plan,
Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar,
If you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone.
’m a bilingual (Spanish-English) therapist with over 20 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, emotional challenges, and relationship stress. I also work with teens and children facing behavioral, academic, and emotional concerns.
I hold Master’s degrees in Social Work from NYU and in Clinical Psychology from the Psychiatric Hospital of Caracas. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and practical—helping you gain clarity, build self-worth, and create healthier, more secure connections.
I believe meaningful change begins with connection. Let’s start there.
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Maternal Mental Health, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oscar, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Sleep disorder, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oscar,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Issues, Substance Abuse / Addiction,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oscar, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Oxford, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders, OCD, PTSD, Sleep disorder, Substance Abuse / Addiction,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Oxford, Oscar, Providence Health Plan,
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