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Karen Senecal-Davis(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Psychoanalyst, LP
New York
LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics- Life transitions- Loss, grief, and bereavement-Women's issues-Childhood trauma-
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Professional statement

Karen H Senecal-Davis is a licensed psychotherapist located in Brooklyn, NY. She completed her five-year training in psychoanalysis and psychotherapy at the National Institute for the Psychotherapies and has been in private practice since 2013. Her specialities include depression and/or anxiety, sexual and gender identity, support for parents of LGBTQ+ children/adolescents, social justice issues, life transitions, and grief and loss. Karen offers a supportive environment in which to explore the myriad feelings that can arise. She is committed to being an anti-racist clinician.

Karen believes the best predictor for effective therapy is the quality of the patient-therapist relationship. Her approach to treatment is empathic and collaborative. She is flexible and responsive to the particular needs and challenges of each individual patient.

Karen is only available for remote sessions.


Message to clients

Today you are one step closer to a new you, a you who feels empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being.

My goal is to help you uncover your passions and true potential. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand them and resolve challenges in your present life. Together we will unearth long-standing behavioral patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to specific individual needs to help each patient attain the personal they're striving for.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 26 years


The Training Institute for Mental Health, Certificate in Psychoanalytic Supervision , 2023
National Institute for the Psychotherapies, Certificate in Psychoanalysis, 2013

Licensure

New York: 000918

Languages

English

Specialties

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Women's issues - Therapy tailored to common concerns among women; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges, stressors, and questions around identity as a woman

Childhood trauma - Learning how traumatic events in childhood can translate into adulthood; processing through difficult memories with the goal of moving past the experience and lingering symptoms



Treatment approaches


Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • NYU Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet / Cigna PPO)

Karen Senecal-Davis is accepting clients using listed insurances, paying listed fees, or using health insurance out-of-network benefits other than:

  • United Healthcare


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$250 (45min)
  • Sliding scale:$185 - $250