Chronic Illness Therapists in New York
Connect with chronic illness therapists in New York offering knowledgeable, empathetic care.
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143 Matching Therapists with Availability
Laurie Lubeck Buehler
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illness Anxiety Life transitions Loss, grief, and bereavementLife purpose & meaningClimate anxiety
Online only
Vetted
Jill Dovale
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illness Life transitions Loss, grief, and bereavementAdoption & foster careCaregiver stress & supportRace & cultural identity
In-person & online
June Rose Cohen
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illnessObsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)Gender identity & transgender health Trauma LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topicsArtists' mental health
Online only
Lisa Robb
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illnessAdjustment difficulties & disorders DepressionInsomnia & sleep issues Stress managementBurnout
Online only
Andrea Row
Pre-Licensed Professional
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illness Anxiety Autism spectrum disorder Depression Existential crisis & challenges Life transitions
Online only
Essential Counseling Services
Group practice
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illnessAdjustment difficulties & disorders Anxiety Depression LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics Life transitions
In-person & online
Paul Fiszman
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illness Anxiety Depression LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics Loss, grief, and bereavementPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
In-person & online
Vetted
Christine Malossi
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illness Anxiety Loss, grief, and bereavement Life transitionsBody imageSelf-esteem
In-person & online
Mark Aghakhan
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illnessAngerAnxietyDepressionStressTrauma
Online only
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Harry Wells Fogarty
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illnessAnxietyDepressionExistential challengesLife transitionsLoss and grief
In-person & online
Henna Warman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illness Depression Anxiety LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topicsGender identity & transgender healthInsomnia & sleep issues
Online only
Mairead Corrigan
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illness Anxiety Domestic violence Eating disorders & disordered eating Life transitionsParenting
In-person & online
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Shara Sand
Psychologist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illnessArtists' mental healthCollege & graduate student mental health LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topicsClinical supervisionNonmonogamy, polyamory, and kink
In-person & online
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Calla Jo
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illnessLonelinessAnxietyDepressionPeople of color and LGBTQ topicsRelationships
Online only
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Mona Browne
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illnessDepressionAnxietyEmotional distressRelationship issuesPregnancy and postpartum concerns
Online only
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Jennifer Abcug
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illnessWomen’s life transitionsAnxietyLoss and griefMarital issues (pre, current, post)Pregnancy & postpartum mental health
Online only
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Jacqueline Socastro
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illness Anxiety Life transitions Relationship issues Work stressRace & cultural identity
In-person & online
Vetted
The Empowerment Opportunity
Group practice
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illnessWomen's issues Depression Anxiety Self-esteem Loss, grief, and bereavement
In-person & online
Vetted
Mimi Spiro
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illnessDivorceTraumaLife transitionsCouples counselingSelf-esteem
In-person & online
Vetted
Wardeh Hattab
Therapist
Accepting clients from New York
Chronic illnessCross-cultural counselingLoss and griefTraumaLGBTQIA persons of colorSex therapy
In-person & online
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Number of therapists in New York
1551
Available session format
Average cost per session
$224
Therapists in New York who specialize in:
95% Anxiety
86% Depression
71% Relationship issues
65% Life transitions
63% Trauma
60% Stress management
50% Self-esteem
46% Loss, grief, and bereavement
Top insurances plans accepted
48% Aetna
38% United Healthcare
38% Cigna
Therapist gender identity
How do I find a therapist for chronic illness in New York who understands both the medical and emotional sides?
You can find a therapist for chronic illness in New York through Zencare’s directory by starting on the chronic illness page and looking for clinicians who talk about pain, fatigue, uncertainty, and identity shifts with real nuance. A chronic illness therapist in New York should treat symptoms as real, not “all in your head,” while still helping you work with the emotional impact that medical systems and daily limitations can create. Look for profiles that mention coping tools, grief, boundary-setting, and support around relationships and work.
New York adds its own challenges. Appointments can take time, transit can drain energy, and the city’s pace can make you feel behind even when you’re doing everything you can. A therapist can help you build routines that protect your limited energy and help you advocate for care without burning out
If you want to use insurance, ask about in-network options and out-of-network superbills early. Zencare’s health insurance guide can help you understand coverage so therapy for chronic illness in New York feels financially manageable
What happens in therapy for chronic illness in New York during the first few sessions?
You can find therapy for chronic illness in New York that starts with understanding how illness touches your whole life. Early sessions often explore symptoms, flare patterns, medical stress, and what you’ve had to give up or adapt. A therapist may also ask about sleep, nutrition, pain levels, and social support so the plan fits your real capacity rather than an ideal schedule.
Many therapists focus on practical coping plus emotional processing. Approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help you live according to values even when symptoms fluctuate, and mindfulness-based therapy can help you relate differently to pain and fear without forcing “positive thinking.” Some people also benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) when illness triggers catastrophizing, health anxiety, or harsh self-talk
If medical trauma or repeated dismissal has shaped your experience, therapy can also address the nervous-system toll. A therapist may draw from trauma therapy to help you feel safer in appointments, advocate more effectively, and reduce hypervigilance about symptoms.
Can a New York therapist help with grief, anger, and identity changes that come with chronic illness?
You can find therapy for chronic illness in New York that makes room for grief without rushing you toward acceptance. Chronic illness can change your relationship with your body, time, and future plans, and that can bring sadness, rage, envy, and numbness in waves. A therapist can help you name what you lost, what you still want, and what needs to change so your life feels meaningful again
Many people benefit from support around grief that isn’t tied to one event. Exploring grief can help you hold ongoing losses without feeling like you’re failing at coping. Therapy can also support self-compassion that feels believable, especially when you feel judged for canceling plans or needing accommodations.
If depression or anxiety has grown alongside illness, therapy can treat that directly. Many chronic illness clients also struggle with depression or anxiety, and addressing mood can make symptom management feel more doable in New York.
How can therapy in New York help with relationships, dating, or family conflict around chronic illness?
You can find therapy for chronic illness in New York that helps you communicate needs without feeling like a burden. Illness can change intimacy, energy, plans, and roles, and partners or family members may respond with worry, denial, or frustration. A therapist can help you set boundaries, ask for specific help, and talk about limitations in a way that protects your dignity.
If conflict has become a pattern, therapy can also address the family system. Many people benefit from exploring family issues, especially when relatives minimize symptoms or pressure you to “push through.” Some families choose family therapy to clarify roles and reduce blame, while couples sometimes add couples therapy to support intimacy and shared problem-solving
If dating feels especially fraught, therapy can help you decide how and when to disclose, what boundaries you want, and what kind of partner behavior feels supportive versus controlling. Support for relationships can complement chronic illness therapy in New York, especially when illness has shaken trust in closeness
How long does therapy for chronic illness take in New York, and what does progress look like?
You can find therapy for chronic illness in New York that adapts to flare cycles and changing medical realities, so the timeline depends on what you’re facing and how stable symptoms are. Some people feel relief quickly once they stop blaming themselves and build a plan for pacing and boundaries. Others need longer support, especially when symptoms fluctuate, diagnoses change, or treatment decisions keep arriving.
Progress often looks like steadier energy management and fewer emotional crashes after flares. You might advocate more clearly in appointments, recover faster from disappointment, and build routines that protect the parts of life you care about most. Many people also feel progress when they stop treating rest as defeat and start treating it as a skill.
If work pressure compounds illness, therapy can also address decisions about workload and accommodations. Exploring work stress alongside chronic illness support can help you build a realistic plan in New York.
Can I use insurance for therapy for chronic illness in New York, and what should I ask about costs?
You can find a therapist for chronic illness in New York who takes insurance, offers out-of-network superbills, or provides private-pay options, and it helps to clarify costs before you begin. Ask whether the therapist is in-network, what the session fee is, and what documentation they provide for reimbursement. Zencare’s health insurance guide can help you understand deductibles, copays, and out-of-network coverage so you can plan therapy in New York with fewer surprises
You can also ask about accessibility. Teletherapy can help on high-fatigue days, and flexible scheduling can matter when appointments and flares disrupt routines. If finances feel tight, ask about sliding scale availability and a plan that prioritizes the most urgent stressors first.
When you’re ready to compare chronic illness therapists in New York and choose someone who fits, explore Zencare.