Virginia Scott, CSW, LMSW, LSW(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
New York•Colorado•Massachusetts•New Jersey
Couples counseling- Relationship issues-Family issues- Loss, grief, and bereavement-ADHD-Artists' mental health-
Virginia Scott
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Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your plan qualifies.
Professional statement
Virginia Scott is a psychotherapist licensed in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Colorado who works with couples and individual adults to understand and disrupt unhelpful patterns, better cope with challenging situations and create more safety, self-acceptance and healthy expression in their lives.
She often support clients who are navigating relationship issues, caregiver stress, grief, complex trauma or anxiety and offers unique therapeutic perspectives when supporting those processing childhood rejection, ADHD and executive functioning challenges, university stress, or careers in the arts.
Virginia creates a space for you to bring your whole self, feel safe, respected and understood as well as learn new skills and take on new perspectives. Virginia does not provide one-size-fits-all therapy, but tailors experiences to the individual needs of each person or couple. She draws from cognitive-behavioral, relational, and trauma-informed strategies, while also integrating expressive arts and movement or somatic approaches when useful.
Virginia offers a steady and reliable presence. Her clinical practice is informed by her career in the performing arts where she taught or directed at programs such as Juilliard, NYU TISCH, and Yale School of Drama, and she has completed advanced study in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy at Boston University and Expressive Arts Therapy through SUNY Albany.
Sessions are virtual and Virginia has immediate availability as of May 2026.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 28 years
The City Psychotherapy New York, Associate Psychotherapist, 2025 - Present
The Juilliard School; New York University (NYU), Theater Arts Professor & Faculty Member, 2006 - 2025
Yale School of Drama; HBO Aspen Comedy Festival, Theater Director, 2000 - 2025
Children's Aid Society, Clinical Social Worker, 1998 - 1999
SUNY Albany, Trauma-Informed Creative Arts Therapy Certificate, 2023
Boston University, Cognitive & Behavioral Interventions Certificate, 2022
Boston University, Master of Social Work (MSW), 1998
Wesleyan University, B.A. in Theatre, 1993
Licensure
New York: 059300 - Massachusetts: LCSW2142494 - New Jersey: 44SL07428900 - Colorado: LSW.0009927231 - Pennsylvania: SW144025Supervisor: Dr. Daniel Olavarría(LCSW/LICSW (NY, NJ, PA, MA, CO) 086060; 44SC06085800; CW025421; LICSW1142729; CSW.09932740)
Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Couples counseling - I work with couples seeking to improve communication, rebuild trust, and feel more emotionally connected. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, helping partners understand each other more deeply and navigate conflict in healthier ways.
Relationship issues - I help clients navigate relationship challenges, including communication difficulties, conflict, and emotional disconnection, to build healthier and more fulfilling relationships.
Family issues - I help clients explore family dynamics shaped by trauma, culture, and life transitions, with a focus on boundaries, communication, and emotional safety.
Loss, grief, and bereavement - I support clients through loss, grief, and bereavement, offering a compassionate space to process sadness, anger, guilt, and the many emotions that accompany loss.
ADHD - I support clients with ADHD in managing challenges such as focus, organization, time management, and emotional regulation. Therapy focuses on building practical strategies while fostering self-compassion and confidence.
Artists' mental health - I support artists and creatives with mental health concerns, including creative blocks, self-doubt, burnout, and the emotional challenges of sustaining a creative life.
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Couples
- Families
- Parents
- Seniors (65+)
- Young adults (18-24)
- Loveland Therapy Fund Clients
Locations & Hours
Insurance
Virginia Scott is not in-network with any insurances.
Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.
Out-of-pocket fees
Get reimbursed for sessions with Virginia Scott
Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.
- Individual sessions:$120 (45min)
- Couples sessions:$140 (50min)
- Family sessions:$140 (50min)
- Free 15-minute Video Consultation:$0 (15min)
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:
Payment options
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- Multiple times a week
Therapist's note
The City Psychotherapy New York is an insurance-friendly, out-of-network, private pay practice.
Step #1: Clients pay the full session fee at the time of session. My session fees are $120/session for individual therapy and $140/session for couples/family therapy. Sessions are payable by all major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) and/or HSA/FSA.
Step #2: If you are interested in using your insurance, PPO insurance plans often cover anywhere from 30-80% of the session cost for out-of-network therapy after your deductible has been met. We offer a Free Benefits Checker to help you clarify your out-of-network benefits.
Step #3: As a courtesy to our clients, we are happy to submit your out-of-network insurance claims on your behalf at no additional cost to you. Any reimbursement will be sent directly to you from your insurance company.
Questions? Feel free to reach out - we're happy to help make this process simple!
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