Virtual Individual Therapy in New York
One-on-one therapy that goes at your pace, honors your story, and meets you exactly where you are — delivered entirely via secure video across New York State.
What is individual therapy?
Individual therapy is a private, one-on-one relationship between you and a licensed therapist — a dedicated space to explore your thoughts, feelings, patterns, and goals without judgment.
At Open Door Psychiatry, therapy is not a scripted process. Our licensed social workers and therapists draw from multiple evidence-based approaches — including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy — and tailor every session to what you actually need, not a predetermined framework.
All individual therapy sessions are conducted via HIPAA-compliant secure video, available to adults across New York State including Long Island, Nassau County, Suffolk County, and New York City.
Therapy approaches we use
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
A structured, goal-oriented approach that helps you identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns driving anxiety, depression, and other conditions. Practical, evidence-based, and highly effective.
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Combines CBT with mindfulness and acceptance strategies — particularly effective for emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, and managing intense or overwhelming feelings.
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Psychodynamic Therapy
Explores how your past experiences, relationships, and unconscious patterns shape your present — helping you build deeper self-awareness and lasting emotional change.
What to expect from therapy at Open Door
Session 1 — Getting to know you
Your first session is about building trust and understanding your story. Your therapist will ask about your history, current concerns, and what you're hoping to get from therapy. There is no pressure to share more than you're ready to.
Ongoing Sessions — Your pace, your goals
Sessions are 50 minutes, conducted weekly or bi-weekly depending on your needs. Your therapist will regularly check in on your progress and adjust the approach as your goals evolve.
Integrated Care — When needed
If medication may also be beneficial, our in-house psychiatric providers can work alongside your therapist — giving you coordinated, whole-person care without needing to go elsewhere.
What individual therapy can help with
Every person’s journey is unique. Our licensed therapists provide personalized, evidence-based care across New York State for a wide range of mental health concerns and life experiences.
Anxiety, Panic & Stress
Mood & MindLearn practical CBT & mindfulness tools to quiet racing thoughts, manage panic attacks, and ease daily overwhelm.
Depression & Mood
Mood & MindUnpack emotional numbness, rebuild daily motivation, and discover compassionate pathways back to vitality.
Life & Career Transitions
Relationships & LifeNavigate major life changes — from career shifts and relocation to relationship status updates — with emotional resilience.
Relationships & Boundaries
Relationships & LifeUnderstand repeating interpersonal patterns, establish boundaries without guilt, and deepen emotional safety.
Trauma & PTSD Healing
Mood & MindProcess past emotional wounds and trauma safely with trauma-informed strategies designed to restore safety.
Grief & Bereavement
Relationships & LifeProcess grief and honor loss at your own pace in a supportive, deeply compassionate space.
Self-Esteem & Imposter Syndrome
Identity & WellnessSilence harsh self-criticism, build genuine self-compassion, and feel confident in who you are.
Perinatal & Postpartum Support
Identity & WellnessSpecialized care for postpartum mood changes, fertility stress, and perinatal adjustments.
Cultural & Generational Care
Identity & WellnessExplore bicultural identity, family expectations, and intergenerational patterns with culturally attuned care.
Therapy session pricing
Individual Therapy Session
$200One-on-one virtual therapy with a licensed social worker or therapist.
Extended Session
$275Available on request for deeper processing sessions.
Open Door Psychiatry is a private-pay, cash-pay practice. We do not bill insurance directly. A superbill is provided upon request for potential out-of-network reimbursement from your insurance carrier.
Therapy that sees the whole you
Mental health care tailored to your culture, your schedule, and your complete well-being.
Culturally Informed Care
Led by women of color who honor your background, lived experiences, family dynamics, and identity in every session.
Same-Week Availability
Skip months-long waitlists. Access flexible, confidential telehealth therapy anywhere across New York State when you need it most.
Integrated Psychiatric Support
Therapy and medical psychiatry under one roof. If medication is ever recommended, your transition is smooth and coordinated.
Therapy works even better alongside psychiatric care
Psychiatric Evaluation
Start here if you're unsure whether you need therapy, medication, or both
Medication Management
Combine therapy with carefully monitored psychiatric medication
Women's Mental Health
Specialized therapeutic support for postpartum, hormonal, and life-stage concerns
Common questions about individual therapy
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If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like something isn't quite right — therapy is worth trying. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from having a dedicated space to work through what you're carrying.
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This varies completely by person and goal. Some people find significant relief in 8–12 sessions. Others prefer longer-term therapeutic relationships. Your therapist will discuss this with you openly from the start.
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Yes — and research shows the combination often produces better outcomes than either alone. At Open Door, both services are available in-house, so your care is coordinated from day one.
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Yes. A substantial body of research confirms that virtual therapy produces outcomes equivalent to in-person sessions for most people and most conditions. Many clients actually find the comfort of their own space makes it easier to open up.