Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in New York

Navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 7 years of experience helping individuals manage mental health and substance use concerns. My approach to therapy is warm, welcoming, client-centered, and often sprinkled with humor and optimism to make the journey feel a little lighter. I believe in meeting clients where they are, and I tailor my techniques to suit each person’s unique strengths and goals.

I work with children (ages 11+), adolescents, and adults, offering support across a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or struggling with substance use, I offer a safe and supportive space to explore your concerns and build meaningful change. I also work with individuals experiencing challenges such as domestic violence, anger management issues, adjustment disorders, and family or romantic relationship struggles. I have extensive experience working with mandated clients and those navigating probation or the criminal justice system.

I hold a Master's degree in Forensic Mental Health Counseling from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a Bachelor's in Psychology from Siena College. My clinical work includes experience with alcohol, cannabis, opiate, and hallucinogen use disorders, as well as mood and personality disorders including bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder. I also support clients coping with grief and loss.

I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC). I work full-time as a Psychotherapist at a non-profit community mental health clinic. This place allows me to obtain clinical experience and develop counseling skills. I am experienced working with Mood Disorders, Trauma & PTSD, Behavioral Disorders, Personality Disorders, Substance Abuse, and the LGBTQ community. I am competent in working with multiple cultural backgrounds. I have a Certification in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Prior to my current experience, I worked as a Bilingual Psychotherapist at a Chinese Psychiatry practice. I have many years of research experience on mental health.

I developed a good understanding of how to connect with individuals from a variety of cultural backgrounds. In addition to English, I speak Cantonese and Mandarin fluently which allows me to be multiculturally competent.

Scheduling Policy: you will be asked your date of birth, insurance, and credit card information. when you schedule your first appointment. Cancellation Policy: you will be charged $75 if you cancel within 24 hours of the scheduled session time.

I only provide phone sessions or video sessions on Zoom with clients during the pandemic.

Welcome and thank you for taking that first step in supportive self-care. I am Shaqueen Walcott a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as an Advanced CASAC. Effective treatment demands deep engagement combined with an appropriate level of intervention. Working together, we will begin to rebuild, resilience, trust, and most importantly hope.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and the impact of racial and ethnic social injustices. I work with clients who are seeking support during difficult life experiences and who want to better understand themselves and their relationships.

I have 10+ years of experience working at 4 New York City Hospitals on Adult Inpatient Psychiatric, Geriatric, Forensic, Detox, PHP, Palliative Care, Medical, Neurology & COVID-19 Units. Individuals on these units experiencing symptoms such as: depression, anxiety, psychosis, dual diagnosis, addiction to drugs and/or alcohol, mania & complex traumas. I have worked with a diverse patient base including various cultures, ethnicities, races, sexualities, and gender identities. It is my belief that humans gain deep insight through verbal psychotherapy, art making, and internal processing which helps facilitate desired life changes.

I have over 10 years of experience working with adults in different modalities including Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Group Psychotherapy. I have additional training in Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders from the Seleni Institute. I received my Master's of Science in Social Work from Columbia University School of Social Work where I studied Advanced Clinical Practice.

Psychodynamic psychotherapist in private practice with 15 years experience.

Master of Social Work degree from New York University.

Participant at Apres Coup Psychoanalytic Association since 1990

I'm a Queer, ADHD, Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in Queer and Neurodivergent care. I'm also a Polyamory and Kink knowledgeable clinician.

I primarily work with teens and adults and have experience working with trans and gender diverse clients, including writing surgery support letters. I'm also well versed in writing ADA support letters and advocating in 504, IEP, and college disability support situations as needed.

I'm a huge nerd and in addition to my Master's in Mental Health Counseling I have a second Master's in Sexuality (my dissertation is on kink) and undergraduate degrees in English literature and Adolescent Sexuality from Ohio State University.

• I am a Daughter, Sister, Mother, & Ally.
• I was educated at the Hunter Bellevue School of Nursing in Manhattan, New York City, NY.
• My background is in Psychiatric & Correctional Healthcare.
• I offer Specialized ADHD/Autism 1:1 Weekly Coaching, Leucovorin & FRAT testing!
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