Sandplay therapists in Ithaca, New York NY
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Mind Body Connections
Counselor/Therapist
Mind Body Connections is a group practice with locations in Naperville and Chicago, and the professional home of 10 highly skilled therapists each in their areas of expertise. We believe in the importance of identifying and attending to the root cause of the issues that brought you to seek therapy at this time. By working with us, you will gain skills to support yourself outside of the therapy hour and feel more empowered to tackle life's challenges. As the owner of Mind Body Connections, I will personally do your intake within less than 48 hours and place you with the clinician that will best meet your needs.
28 Years Experience
Online in Ithaca, NY New York
Sandplay
Niloofar Alishahi - Creative Arts Therapy and Coaching
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
My name is Niloofar. My name means Waterlilies in my native language, Farsi. I'm a board-certified and Licensed Art Therapist (ATR-BC, LCAT), A passionate dreamer, and a sucker for creativity, stories and adventure.
10 Years Experience
Online in Ithaca, NY New York (Online Only)
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Dr. L A McCrae
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCADC, FOT, CCTP, CCTSA
"Not everything that is faced can be changed. But nothing can be changed until it is faced." - James Baldwin
As a Black, queer, transmasculine, and neurodivergent scholar-practitioner, I view therapy as an act of radical liberation rather than social compliance. Grounded in the Black radical tradition, I partner with "Deep-Sea Divers"—scholars, activists, and survivors—to move beyond traditional talk therapy and into the realm of spiritual reclamation. My approach is direct and somatic, utilizing Sandplay, Somatic Focusing, and Bibliotherapy to map your internal geography and dismantle the "head trash" of carceral systems. Whether navigating neurodivergence, TBI recovery, or the cycles of dependency, we work collaboratively to honor your lived experience without moralistic shame. I do not sit as a detached observer, but as a witness to your evolution and a partner in your resistance against a broken world. My goal is your absolute autonomy, facilitating the heavy, holy work of unmasking and rewriting your testimony. If you are seeking a sanctuary where your identity is celebrated and your liberation is the priority, I am ready to dive with you.
7 Years Experience
Online in Ithaca, NY New York
Sandplay
Angie Yemma
Therapist, LCAT, BCDMT
From the outside, it may look like you’re doing everything right. You work hard, care deeply, show up for others, and hold yourself to high standards. You notice the details, strive to do your best, and rarely settle for “good enough.” These qualities can be powerful strengths—but they can also leave you exhausted when the pressure to get it right starts taking over.
Maybe you overthink decisions, replay conversations, worry about disappointing people, or constantly wonder if you’re doing enough. Maybe you’ve accomplished a lot but still feel like you should be doing more.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and there’s nothing wrong with you.
I specialize in working with perfectionist and high-achieving teens and young adults who are navigating anxiety, self-doubt, overthinking, people-pleasing, academic pressure, and the expectations they place on themselves. I don’t believe perfectionism is something you need to get rid of. I see it as a superpower.
Therapy is an opportunity to understand your perfectionism, recognize the strengths underneath it, and learn how to use those strengths in ways that support the life you actually want. Together, we’ll build self-trust, confidence, flexibility, and self-compassion—without asking you to become less ambitious or care less.
As a therapist and dance/movement therapist, I believe your body has important information that your mind may be overlooking. My approach is warm, collaborative, creative, and practical, combining talk therapy with mindfulness and body-based techniques.
Therapy with me isn’t about becoming a different person. It’s about feeling more comfortable being the person you already are.
You don’t have to choose between being successful and feeling good. You can keep your drive, your high standards, and the parts of perfectionism that make you who you are—while creating more space for confidence, connection, flexibility, and joy.
16 Years Experience
Online in Ithaca, NY New York
Sandplay
Rose Snyder, EdM, PsyD, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
I have worked in the field of psychology for 26 years now in various capacities, including group homes for children and community mental health centers; I've acted as the Director of Mental Health at a large urban preschool for many years, and also with people of all ages in private practice. My work in the last 5 years has focused more on trauma/EMDR and nervous system regulation (Polyvagal Theory with Stephen Porges) for adolescents and adults as well as parenting support with a speciality in parenting neurodivergent chilren. I have also spent time supervising both psychology trainees and marriage and family interns. I truly love what I do and am always adding to my professional skills over time.
23 Years Experience
Online in Ithaca, NY New York
Sandplay Therapy therapists in Ithaca, New York Statistics
Sandplay Therapy therapists in Ithaca, New York average 15 years of experience and charge around $193 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (83%), Depression (83%), and Autism and Asperger's (67%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$193
Accept insurance
50%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 42% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 25% |
Non-Binary |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 83% |
In Person and Online |
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| 17% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 83% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 83% | Depression |
| 67% | Autism and Asperger's |
| 67% | Codependency |
| 67% | Divorce |
| 67% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 67% | Stress |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 100% | Teen |
| 100% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Senior |
| 33% | Children |
Client Focus
| 83% | LGBTQ+ |
| 67% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 67% | Women |
| 50% | Black / African American |
| 50% | Christian |