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Ian Tera(He/Him/His)

(He/Him/His)
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
New York
Anxiety -Communication issues-Schizophrenia- Stress management-Social anxiety-Self-care-

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your plan qualifies.

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Professional statement

Ian’s clinical style is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused, blending empathy with accountability. He draws on evidence-based practices such as CBT, SFBT, and strengths-based approaches to help clients recognize patterns and create practical paths forward. With his grounded presence, Ian ensures clients feel supported and empowered as they work toward healing and growth.


Message to clients

I guide adults through anxiety, fear, and relationship or family challenges, creating a warm, collaborative space where you can explore what lies beneath the surface. Together, we’ll uncover patterns, gain insight, and develop practical, meaningful ways to move forward—always at a pace that feels right for you.

I bring a calm, open presence to sessions, creating space for you to show up as you are. Opening up can feel intimidating, but I help people feel at ease quickly so we can explore challenges together with curiosity and care.

If starting therapy feels intimidating, that’s completely normal. Life is busy, but slowing down to reflect and care for yourself can make a meaningful difference. I’d be honored to walk alongside you as you take this brave step.

Ian Tera has a Master of Social Work from Hunter College -Silberman School of Social Work. Ian Tera is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW #128784) in New York at Cerebral. Supervised by Laura DeInnocentiis, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW #095834 NY).


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 6 years

Cerebral, Therapy Associate, 2025 - Present

Hunter College - Silberman School of Social Work, Masters, 2023

Licensure

New York: 128784

Supervisor: Laura DeInnocentiis(LCSW 095834)


Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Communication issues - Developing effective interpersonal skills in relationships with partners, families, and co-workers; using healthy methods of communication to convey needs and respond to others

Schizophrenia - Support monitoring and managing symptoms; building skills and supports to reduce and respond to stressors and sustain a balanced life

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others

Social anxiety - Helping clients increase confidence and ability to interact with others amidst fear of being judged, worry about embarrassment, or concern about offending others

Self-care - Learning what effective self-care looks like and incorporating these strategies into daily life; developing an awareness of wellbeing to identify when one needs to practice self-care




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Assurant Health
  • Aetna International
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • All Savers Insurance Company
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule Insurance Company
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Harvard Pilgrim/United
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Trustmark
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan
  • Wellfleet

Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Ian Tera

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$175 (60min)

Additional session information

Therapist's note

Please note at this time, I am unable to accept Medicaid or Medicare plans.


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