Laya Gerstman
Laya Gerstman
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Laya Gerstman(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
New York
ADHD-Adjustment difficulties & disorders-Family issues- Loss, grief, and bereavement-Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health-Self-esteem-
Resilience Lab

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Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$25-$160

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Professional statement

As a therapist, Laya works with her clients to build upon their strengths and become the best versions of themselves so they can develop more authentic, nurturing relationships with the people around them.

Laya’s multi-faceted approach emphasizes hope, positivity, and client autonomy—meaning she supports each client’s unique, individual needs to ensure they get what they want out of therapy. By combining evidence-based practices with humor and fun activities, Laya creates an uplifting, hopeful environment where clients can address their challenges and grow from them.

Everyone comes from different backgrounds, so Laya listens carefully to understand their unique needs before offering solutions. Making room for lightness is important to her, especially when unpacking big and challenging emotions. Therapy is hard work, so she creates a space where clients can find humor and hope.

Message to clients

Whether you’re looking to set boundaries, navigate life transitions, or communicate in a healthy way, therapy is a space to advocate for your needs and become the best version of yourself.

Through my positive, strengths-based approach, I work with each client individually to help them achieve their unique goals. Together, we’ll dig into your thoughts, behaviors, and beliefs to address your issues and use those insights to find hope and build a more fulfilling life. Therapy can be hard work, so I love throwing in dashes of lightness and humor along the way.

In therapy, you can show up as whoever you want to be and I’ll hold space for all the different parts of you. Whether you’re moving through loss, addressing conflict, or starting a new chapter in your life, you and your needs will always come first in our work together.

Licensure

New Jersey: 44SL06693800 - New York: 115827

Supervisor: Hena Hoda(LCSW 088483)

Languages

English

Specialties

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Adjustment difficulties & disorders - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety.

Family issues - Promoting communication and supporting family members to address challenges and reduce conflict and distress

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

Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health - Addressing issues specific to women and families during the pregnancy and postpartum period, including postpartum depression and anxiety

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Families
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Please note that at this time, I'm unable to accept Medicare or Medicaid plans.

Insurance

  • Aetna (in-network in NY)
  • Aetna International (in-network in NY)
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance (in-network in NY)
  • All Savers Insurance Company (in-network in NY)
  • Allied Benefit Systems (in-network in NY)
  • Cigna (in-network in NY)
  • Golden Rule Insurance Company (in-network in NY)
  • Harvard Pilgrim (in-network in NY)
  • Meritain Health (in-network in NY)
  • New School Student Insurance (United Healthcare Student Resources) (in-network in NY)
  • Nippon Life Benefits (in-network in NY)
  • Optum (in-network in NY)
  • Oxford Health Plans (in-network in NY)
  • Surest (formerly Bind) (in-network in NY)
  • Trustmark (in-network in NY)
  • UMR (in-network in NY)
  • United Healthcare (in-network in NY)
  • United Healthcare Shared Services (in-network in NY)
  • University of California Berkeley Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet Student) (in-network in NY)
  • Wellfleet (in-network in NY)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$160 (50min)
  • Sliding scale:$25 - $160