Maryellen Knight
Maryellen Knight
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Maryellen Knight(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Mental Health Counselor - Limited Permit, MHC-LP
New York
Anxiety - Depression- Life transitions-Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)- Relationship issues- Stress management-
Resilience Lab

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Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$0-$150

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your plan qualifies.

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Professional statement

Maryellen offers a compassionate and supportive environment where clients can safely explore their childhood experiences and uncover how those experiences are influencing their lives today. With a focus on self-compassion, she helps clients develop new strategies for managing stress, practicing mindfulness, and navigating their thoughts more effectively. Maryellen believes that understanding the past is essential to healing, and she works closely with clients to help them gain insight into their behaviors and emotions. Through this process, she empowers clients to cultivate self-compassion and resilience, enabling them to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Message to clients

It’s about having a space that is entirely your own—a sanctuary where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. In this space, you are free to express whatever is on your mind, whether it’s your deepest fears, greatest hopes, or anything in between. You can come as you are, knowing that you will be met with understanding and compassion. This environment is designed to be a calming refuge, where you can practice self-compassion, gain insight, and work toward healing and growth. It’s a place where your voice is heard, your emotions are validated, and your journey is honored.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 4 years

Resilience Lab, Therapist

CUNY Hunter College, Masters, 2024

Licensure

New York: 18-P130883-01

Supervisor: Jason Styka( Psy.D 021946)

Languages

English

Specialties

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

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) - Reducing unwanted intrusive thoughts and rituals by gradually building comfort and confidence facing difficult fears, thoughts, and emotions

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

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Seniors (65+)
  • 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
  • Aetna International
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • AllWays Health Partners (formerly Neighborhood Health)
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule Insurance Company
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Trustmark
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan
  • Wellfleet

Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Maryellen Knight

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$150 (60min)
  • Sliding scale:$100 - $150