Vera Shao
Counselor, LMHC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
New York, NY 10016
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (929) 470-6186
Hello and welcome! Therapy serves two critical functions: 1) therapy is a scientific approach to mental health, addressing challenges through insights and targeted goals for enhanced functioning and well-being; 2) therapy embodies a humanitarian mission, much like education, by nurturing your curiosity and deepening your connection with self and others. I believe in a balanced approach that combines the two aspects to not only improve your mental health but also enrich your life with emotional literacy.
Treatment planning will be a big part of the work, and I am flexible in setting up goals and structures that align with your intentions. My approach is eclectic. I use psychodynamic theories, EMDR, and parts work (IFS) for trauma processing and grief work, and Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy for solution-focused changes.
I care about your most presenting concern, and the work continues after we tackle our first challenge. I will work with you to navigate challenging situations, develop new insights, and establish self-leadership.
Call or Email Vera Shao now for a free 15 minute consultation - (929) 470-6186
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Empire BlueCross BlueShield
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Wellfleet
- Out of Network
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Vera Shao
Counselor, LMHC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 012530 Vera Shao
- Attended Teachers College, Columbia University, M.A., Ed.M., Graduated 2020
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (929) 470-6186
Vera Shao
Counselor, LMHC
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Mood Disorders
- Depression
Expertise
- ADHD
- Antisocial Personality
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Codependency
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Internet Addiction
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
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Vera Shao
Counselor, LMHC
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Mandarin
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Mandarin
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Jungian
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Strength-Based
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 470-6186
Vera Shao
Counselor, LMHC
Location
Nearby Areas
Cities
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (929) 470-6186
Vera Shao
Counselor, LMHC