Orly Bentata-Goldenberg(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
New York•New Jersey
Relationships-Anxiety-Depression-Trauma-Stress management-Race & cultural identity-
Orly Bentata-Goldenberg
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Professional statement
We get it – starting your healing journey can be nerve-wracking as you step out of your comfort zone and into the unknown.
But guess what? You're not alone!
Welcome to Smart Therapy PC where our virtual sessions bring our cozy therapy space to you, wherever you are. No need to commute or worry about the perfect outfit – just bring your authentic self.
Taking that first step can feel like a leap into uncharted waters. But fear not! At Smart Therapy PC, we're your companions, your cheerleaders, and your warm hug throughout the process. We understand that the path to wellness can be a bit intimidating, but we're here to make it feel more like a friendly venture.
Our virtual sanctuary is a comforting and inviting space where you can shed your worries freely and find solace. From the moment you sign on, our team of caring therapists is here to hold your hand and guide you every step of the way.
One size doesn't fit all, and neither does therapy!
We offer highly personalized care through our individual, couples, and family sessions for clients throughout New York and New Jersey. Our dedicated team of therapists is proficient in a range of therapeutic approaches, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), designed to empower you to overcome challenges and uncover solutions.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 9 years
Long Island University, MHC, 2016
Yeshiva University, BS, 2007
Licensure
New York: 009583Languages
Bengali, Chinese, English, French, Haitian Creole, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Spanish, MandarinSpecialties
Relationships - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
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
Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse
Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others
Race & cultural identity - Exploring topics of racial, cultural, and ethnic background as it relates to one’s family origins and personal identity
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Couples
- Families
- Parents
- Seniors (65+)
- Young adults (18-24)
- Loveland Therapy Fund Clients
Locations & Hours
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Student Health Insurance
- Beacon Health Options
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Columbia University Student Health Insurance Plan (Aetna)
- Emblem Health
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- FIT Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
- Fidelis Care
- GHI
- Healthfirst
- Humana
- NYU Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet / Cigna PPO)
- New School Student Insurance (United Healthcare Student Resources)
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford Health Plans
- Tricare
- UMR
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare Student Health Plan
- VA Community Care
- metroplus
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$175 (45min)
- Sliding scale:$125 - $175
- Initial session:$200 (45min)
- Couples sessions:$175 (45min)
- Group sessions:$50 (60min)
- Family sessions:$175 (45min)
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:
Payment options
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- PayPal
- Zelle
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
Client testimonials
"Orly is a great listener and seems very experienced. She is very to-the-point and direct, which I like in a therapist. I highly recommend."
- Zencare client • November 2020"She was very responsive and had a great listening ear. Also, she’s very transparent about pricing and her workflow."
- Zencare client • October 2020"Orly is a very attentive and professional person."
- Zencare client • August 2020"Orly really made me feel important by working around my schedule to find the best times to have sessions. She checked my insurance to make sure I was covered and asked for my consent during every step of the way. I Can already tell she is a kind and patient soul. I can’t wait to get started with her."
- Zencare client • February 2023"Very helpful and made an appointment for me right away."
- Zencare client • March 2023"Friendly and professional."
- Zencare client • October 2023"I was able to find a therapist right away with a different doctor"
- Zencare client • July 2024