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Simren Bhatt(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
New York
Anxiety -Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)- Trauma-Family issues- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

Holistic Approach: Person-centered therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-focused therapy.

Specializes in: anxiety disorders, depression, complex trauma, stress, family challenges, and life transitions.

Simren is a dedicated and empathetic Mental Health Counselor, profoundly invested in illuminating and understanding the unique narratives each client brings. She deeply values the intricate tapestry of each individual’s story and is unwaveringly committed to providing a therapeutic environment imbued with warmth, understanding, and curiosity.

Simren aims to foster a therapeutic relationship enabling a fluid exploration of her clients’ histories, challenges, and emotions. Her approach is deeply rooted in empathetic and non-judgmental listening. Simren empowers her clients by offering effective coping strategies and techniques tailored to their specific needs.

She seamlessly integrates various therapeutic modalities to address individual concerns, ensuring each client receives the most holistic and effective care possible. Her work is particularly attuned to issues such as anxiety disorders, depression, life transitions, cultural identity issues, familial challenges, and trauma.

Simren holds a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Fordham University. She is passionate about working within a multicultural framework, focusing on the nuanced experiences and challenges of those navigating multicultural identities. She has extensive experience supporting members of the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities and is adept at addressing the unique needs of first and second-generation immigrants.


Message to clients

Hi, I’m Simren. I value creating a therapeutic space rooted in warmth, understanding, and genuine curiosity about your story. I believe each person’s experiences are deeply meaningful, and therapy offers an opportunity to explore them with care and intention. My approach is empathetic, collaborative, and nonjudgmental.

I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, family challenges, cultural identity concerns, and life transitions. I integrate multiple therapeutic modalities to ensure care is holistic and responsive to your needs. Together, we focus on developing coping strategies while also deepening self-awareness and emotional insight.

With a multicultural framework and experience supporting BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, I am especially attuned to the nuances of identity and belonging. I strive to create a space where you feel affirmed and understood, and where growth feels possible. Therapy with me is a process of exploration, healing, and empowerment.


Licensure

New York: 016548

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)

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Family issues - Promoting communication and supporting family members to address challenges and reduce conflict and distress

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Cigna
  • Columbia University Student Health Insurance Plan (Aetna)
  • FIT Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • Fidelis Care
  • Healthfirst
  • Meritain Health
  • NYU Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet / Cigna PPO)
  • New School Student Insurance (United Healthcare Student Resources)
  • Tricare
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$175 (60min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Courtesy billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

Fidelis Plans:

  • Fidelis Medicaid and Essential Plan

Tricare Plans:

  • Tricare Select

Healthfirst Plans:

  • Healthfirst Improvement Plan (HMO D-SNP)
  • Healthfirst Medicare

Book a Free Initial Consultation

The practice will call you for a free 10 minute phone call to discuss your needs and ensure a match!

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