Naina  Chhotalal
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Naina Chhotalal

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
New York Accepting Online
Queens Not Accepting In-person
Updated August 8, 2023

Specialties & Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Trauma
  • Adjustment difficulties & disorders
  • Holistic Health and coaching
  • Mind-body connection

Professional statement

Naina Chhotalal is Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in the field for over 20 years. Naina is a practicing private psychotherapist and has worked alongside at a private hospital. Naina has experience collaborating care as she is a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide individual’s comprehensive care. Naina specializes with clients to overcome anxiety and stress, intrusive negative thoughts, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, grief and loss, major life transitions, and more that comes from navigating life.

Naina's approach is unique in that she utilizes evidence-based therapy and holistic therapy. Talk Therapy is great but with the addition of holistic therapy it provides the comprehensive support you need to achieve your goals. Naina has advanced training in CBT, Mindfulness CBT, Positive Psychology and Resilience, Trauma, Emotional Regulation, and Substance Abuse. Holistic therapy is a type of therapy that addresses the whole person, integrating spiritual, physical, mental, and emotional forms of well-being. Naina has training and knowledge of holistic therapy such as breathwork, mindfulness, and energy healing practices. The goal is to help the individual gain a deeper understanding of themselves on all levels. Together we will discover what works for you. Naina can incorporate homework, worksheets, and journaling if you feel those tools are beneficial in your journey.

Naina earned a Master’s degree in Social Work. She provides clients with tools they can use to improve their lives and to manage their emotional reactions. Her goal is to get clients to a place in their lives where they feel like they’re thriving and regularly engaging with happiness. Naina is a seasoned telehealth provider, and offers remote sessions to help make therapy a core component of your healing journey.


Message to clients

" Emotional well being is just as important to us as breathing "

You have taken the first important step, and that is in making an investment in yourself by seeking out therapy.

There are moments in our lives where our struggles become overwhelming and challenging. It can greatly impact our lives in a negative way. I welcome you to try therapy and offer you a safe, warm, non-judgmental space for you to explore your concerns and become the best version of yourself.

Sometimes all we need is to find someone whom you can be yourself. My hope is that with support provided, review of various tools and skills, you will be able to overcome your struggles, thrive, and own your happiness.

My priority in starting with a new client is ensuring that you feel safe, validated, and warmth from our sessions. I am a seasoned telehealth provider, and offer the convenience of remote sessions to help make therapy a core component of your healing journey.


Specialties

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

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

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

Holistic Health and coaching - The integration of spiritual, physical, mental, and emotional forms of wellbeing. The goal is to help individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves on all these levels.

Mind-body connection - Practicing mindfulness to draw together how the body feels physically and how the mind feels mentally; healing both physically and mentally




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • All Savers Insurance Company
  • Cigna
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Meritain Health
  • New School Student Insurance (United Healthcare Student Resources)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Trustmark
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $120 (53min)
  • Sliding scale: $100 - $120

Additional session information

Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Every other week
  • Multiple times a week

Location(s)

Online Sessions (New York)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9 am and after
  • Tue 9am and after
  • Wed 9am and after
  • Thu 9am and after
  • Fri 9am and after
  • Sat 9am and after
  • Sun 9am and after

Queens practice
255-59 75th Ave., Glen Oaks, New York 11004
Not accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon please refer to online availability
  • Tue please refer to online availability
  • Wed please refer to online availability
  • Thu please refer to online availability
  • Fri please refer to online availability
  • Sat please refer to online availability
  • Sun please refer to online availability

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 25 years

Private Hospital , Social Worker, 1999 - Present

Stonybrook University, Masters of Social Work, 1998


Licensure

New York: 081202


Languages

English

Gujarati

Hindi