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Virginia Scott(She/Her/Hers)

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Master of Social Work, MSWLicensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
New YorkColoradoMassachusettsNew Jersey
Anxiety - Relationship issues-ADHD- Loss, grief, and bereavement-Artists' mental health-Caregiver stress & support-

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Professional statement

Virginia Scott is a psychotherapist licensed in New York, New Jersey, 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.

I offer online sessions in at a variety of times including evening, weekends and mornings. I invite you to reach out to schedule a Free 15-minute Video Consultation.


Message to clients

I'm interested in you and all your unique mix of strengths and challenges both external and internal. What is specific to you that will unlock greater fulfillment, more satisfying relationships and increased peace and joy - that's what we're after. Ultimately, we'll problem solve how to leverage your strengths and integrate your challenges to foster more happiness and purpose.

Clients who work with me gain a more accurate understanding of what is really going on for them and what is happening in their relationships. Then together with me, they find the ways to make positive changes in their thoughts, assessments, and actions, resulting in greater functioning in their lives and more effective self-expression.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns, hurt or in pain, you don’t have to go it alone. I offer a thoughtful, grounded and relational space where you can bring your authentic self and feel genuinely supported.


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

Supervisor: Dr. Daniel Olavarría(LCSW/LICSW NY-086060; NJ-44SC06085800; MA-LICSW1142729; CO-CSW.09932740)


Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - I help clients manage anxiety by understanding underlying patterns, building coping skills, and creating a greater sense of calm and confidence in daily life.

Relationship issues - I help clients navigate relationship challenges, including communication difficulties, conflict, and emotional disconnection, to build healthier and more fulfilling relationships.

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.

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.

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.

Caregiver stress & support - I help clients coping with anxiety, stress, fatigue, and burnout related to caring for a loved one; working toward balancing the needs of others with one's own needs and health.




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:

  • Super billing
  • 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
  • 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. Session fees start at $120 per session, depending on the specific provider, and are payable by all major credit cards.

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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