Loretta Battistoni
Loretta Battistoni
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Loretta Battistoni(She/Her/Hers)

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
New York
Addiction- Anxiety - Depression- Life transitions- Loss, grief, and bereavement- Relationship issues-

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Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$85-$140

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Professional statement

Loretta Battistoni is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience. Loretta has worked with clients of all ages (from early adolescents to older adulthood) in medical settings including hospitals and outpatient clinics. During the isolating and traumatic experience of COVID-19, it became clear that there is a need for more accessible mental health care, and Loretta is pleased to offer counseling services 100% virtually to address this need.

Loretta approaches all her clients with sensitivity, curiosity, openness, and acceptance. She strives to create a space of safety for her clients who bravely share their story with her. It is an honor and privilege to be invited into someone else's inner world and feelings.

Message to clients

If you're struggling with feelings, such as anxiety, depression, and loneliness, and need a kind, gentle listener, I might be a good fit for you. I work alongside my clients, guiding them to explore what's troubling them, seek solutions using their strengths, and develop coping skills. I believe that you are the expert on your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the challenges you face. I like to combine CBT exercises with psychotherapy to address issues and identify and achieve goals. I like to assign homework at the end of a session, encouraging clients to work on small goals between sessions. I hope to create a warm, safe environment for you to share your story with me.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 8 years


Columbia School of Social Work , Masters degree in social work , 2016

Licensure

New York: 090303-01

Languages

English

Specialties

Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

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

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

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

Locations & Hours

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • All Savers Insurance Company
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Health Plans Inc.
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Trustmark
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$140 (45min)
  • Sliding scale:$85 - $140