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Noa Torres Baker(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
New York
Anxiety - Depression- Life transitions- Relationship issues-Spirituality & religion-Women's issues-

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

AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

Noa is a driven and curious psychotherapist with a compassionate yet challenging approach to therapy. She graduated from Columbia School of Social Work with a specialization in advanced clinical practice. Noa uses a personalized and integrative approach, blending various modalities to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. Her style is gentle, inquisitive, supportive, and empathetic, and she listens intently to create a space where clients feel free to be their most authentic, even messy, selves. Noa encourages her clients to fully experience and express their emotions, speaking candidly to uncover the patterns and desires that drive them. She helps clients build skills to reach their highest potential, aiming to empower them by embracing human imperfections while also highlighting their strengths.


Message to clients

Long before I became a licensed therapist, I was known as “the therapist friend.” It wasn’t because I had all the answers, but because of my deep empathy and ability to listen intently. Like many in this field, I’ve navigated my own mental health challenges—after all, there’s a reason they call us psycho-therapists, right? Jokes aside, my passion for self-exploration, reflection, and analysis has always driven me. I love building meaningful connections and helping to dismantle the blocks and systems that prevent us from living our most fulfilling lives. My therapeutic approach weaves together these elements, creating a space for profound healing and growth. It would be an honor to accompany you on your healing journey, guiding you as you uncover your strengths and move toward a more fulfilling life.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 3 years

Resilience Lab, Therapist

Columbia University, Masters, 2024

Licensure

New York: 123788

Supervisor: Adriana Ruvalcaba(LCSW 093103)


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

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

Spirituality & religion - Exploring beliefs and practices related to meaning, existence, and spiritual health and healing; enjoying a deeper felt connection with the spiritual dimension of one's life

Women's issues - Therapy tailored to common concerns among women; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges, stressors, and questions around identity as a woman




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • 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
  • All Savers Insurance Company
  • 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 Noa Torres Baker

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