Experiential therapists in Rensselaer, NY
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Nicole DeMarco
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Are you constantly giving to others while quietly carrying anxiety, overthinking, or self-doubt? Do you notice yourself people-pleasing, feeling nervous in relationships, or worrying about letting down the people you care about? On the outside, everything may seem fine, but inside you may long to feel secure, confident, and more like yourself. You don’t have to face this alone. There is a way forward, and we’ll navigate it together, with me supporting you every step of the way.
Together, we’ll explore your thoughts, emotions, and patterns in a safe trauma-informed space. Using mindfulness and somatic practices, we’ll work to help you feel empowered and more connected to yourself. You’ll leave sessions feeling seen, understood, and equipped with practical tools to care for yourself and deepen your connections with others.
If you are an adult, especially a woman in your 20s or 30s, seeking compassionate individualized support, you are in the right place. Reach out today for a free 15 minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit. Your path to healing and self discovery starts here.
7 Years Experience
Online in Rensselaer, NY (Online Only)
Experiential
Lauren Palumbo
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Have you ever thought, "I know why I do this... so why do I keep doing it?" Many of my clients have been to therapy before, gained valuable insight, and learned coping skills, yet still find themselves repeating the same emotional and relationship patterns. If you're ready to move beyond understanding yourself intellectually and get to the root of what's keeping you stuck, I'd love to help.
4 Years Experience
Online in Rensselaer, NY (Online Only)
Experiential
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 Rensselaer, NY
Experiential
Alexis Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
What makes my practice unique is the way I integrate evidence-based care with a deeply collaborative, person-centered approach. I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel safe enough to be fully themselves, understood without judgment, and supported in a way that honors their autonomy, values, and lived experience.
I work from a place of curiosity, respect, and cultural sensitivity. I always meeting clients where they are and moving at a pace that feels safe and sustainable. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor therapy using various modalities to fit each person’s needs, goals, and emotional experiences.
Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to navigate what they are going through. My role is not to “fix” you, but to help you better understand yourself, your patterns, and your emotional world so that you can begin responding to life with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
I also prioritize accessibility and convenience by offering fully virtual therapy, allowing you to access care from the comfort and privacy of your own space. With flexible scheduling, therapy can be integrated into your life in a way that feels realistic and supportive rather than overwhelming.
If you are looking for a therapeutic space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin creating meaningful change that aligns with who you are and what matters to you, I would be honored to work with you.
2 Years Experience
Online in Rensselaer, NY (Online Only)
Experiential
New York Pathways
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LMSW, CSAT
New York Pathways offers individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy and weekend workshops focused on sex addiction treatment. Our goal is to help individuals gain freedom from addictive sexual behaviors and develop healthy sexuality through identifying self-defeating behaviors. Our team of highly trained therapists maintain a supportive, confidential, and safe environment where treatment goals can be met and compulsive sexual behaviors can be stopped. For relationships or partners impacted by sex addiction, we offer betrayal trauma therapy as well as a relationship restoration process to guide the process of relationships healing or beginning anew.
20 Years Experience
Online in Rensselaer, NY
Experiential Therapy therapists in Rensselaer, NY Statistics
Experiential Therapy therapists in Rensselaer, NY average 15 years of experience and charge around $173 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Stress (79%), Trauma and PTSD (79%), and Anxiety or Fears (75%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$173
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
64%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 79% | Stress |
| 79% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 75% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 75% | Depression |
| 61% | Codependency |
| 57% | Self Esteem |
| 50% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 39% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 32% | Jewish |
| 29% | Christian |