Nathaniel  Smith
Vetted

Nathaniel Smith

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
New York Accepting Online
Pleasantville Accepting In-person
Updated June 16, 2023

Specialties & Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Group therapy
  • Anger management
  • Self-esteem

Professional statement

Nathaniel Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who welcomes couples, families, and individual clients across the lifespan to his practice in New York. He often works with clients for such issues as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and anger management.

Nathaniel has advanced training in adult group psychotherapy, which he uses either independently of – or in conjunction – with individual therapy. Group has been shown to be just as effective or more effective than individual therapy in most situations; an individual therapist can tell you that you are not alone in facing difficulties, but group members can ground you in the experience of it. Learning the manner in which different members see you opens up new possibilities for the way you view yourself. Listening to other group members can create a sense of permission to say what you might otherwise be uncomfortable to say alone in an individual session. The differing dynamics of group therapy can access issues that aren’t reached as effectively in individual therapy. When undertaken at the same time they can often enhance the work being done in the other format. This can a be a very effective approach for sticky issues that don’t seem to progress well enough in individual therapy.

Nathaniel's office is located in downtown Pleasantville, NY immediately across from the Jacob Burns Film center. It is convenient to access from the train as well as the Saw Mill and Taconic Parkways. He looks forward to speaking to explore the possibility of working together!


Message to clients

With over 25 years of clinical experience, I bring a thoughtful, sensitive, accepting and thorough approach to the work. I treat a wide range of psychological issues through individual and group psychotherapy. Is your relationship with yourself or important people around you diminished by problematic thoughts, feelings or behaviors? Are you or your child having difficulty reaching goals in work, school, family or other significant areas of your life? I have been effective working with people of differing ages and backgrounds on issues such as depression, anger management, anxiety, relationships, transitions, behavior problems, mood disorders and many others.

What are the unique life circumstances that you or your child have faced? Are their important parts of you that have not been sufficiently seen, heard or respected? I engage my clients in a mutual process of inquiry so as to improve self-understanding, self-esteem and satisfaction with life. I have advanced training in treating adults with early trauma and losses and with the unique techniques, such as play therapy, necessary for effective child psychotherapy. Please feel free to contact me so that we can explore the possibility or our working together.


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

Group therapy - Healing, processing, and skill-building in a supportive small group environment

Anger management - Addressing sudden outbursts of anger or sustained resentment; developing healthy anger expression and outlets

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




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $150 (45min)
  • Initial session: $150 (45min)
  • Couples sessions: $150 (45min)
  • Group sessions: $55 (90min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Check
  • Venmo
  • Zelle
Session frequency

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

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

I cannot accept Medicaid related Blue Cross Plans including all plans beginning with the letters JLJ.


Location(s)

Pleasantville practice
351 Manville Road, Suite 101, Pleasantville, New York 10570
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 12:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Tue 12:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Wed 11:30am - 7:00pm
  • Thu 11:00am - 7:00pm
  • Fri 11:30am -6:30pm
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

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 12:00PM - 6:00PM
  • Tue 12:00PM - 6:00PM
  • Wed 11:30AM - 7:00PM
  • Thu 11:00AM - 7:00PM
  • Fri 11:30AM - 6:30PM
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 30 years

Private Practice, 2015 - Present
Center for Group Studies Group Training Program, 2010 - Present
Riverdale Mental Health Center, 2006 - 2015
William Alanson White Institute, Child Treatment Program, 2006 - 2009
Employee Assistance Resource Services, 2000 - 2004
Syosset Counseling Center, 1999 - 2000

Catholic University, MSW, 1994
Brown University, BA, 1994


Licensure

New York: R055856-2


Languages

English


Therapy Groups

Nathaniel  Smith
Mixed Issue Psychodynamic Process Group

This ongoing weekly process group for adults is a place for members to work on personal challenges of various origin while receiving support and feedback from the group setting.

Nathaniel  Smith
Thursday Therapy Group

This weekly process group for adults helps members cope with a wide variety of challenges through group support and guidance.