Sumathy Applewhite(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
New York
Anxiety - Depression- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics-Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)-Race & cultural identity-Racism, oppression, and discrimination-
Sumathy Applewhite
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Professional statement
Sumathy Applewhite, LCSW works with trauma survivors, those facing anxiety or depression, focusing on mixed identities and people of color, including LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Sumathy primarily uses Trauma Informed Care, Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) which often includes mindfulness strategies.
Sumathy is an Adjunct Lecturer at Columbia University where she teaches Decolonizing Social Work: Power, Race, Oppression and Privilege; Direct Practice with Individuals and Families and Advocacy in Social Work Practice courses at the School of Social Work. Beyond that, Ms. Applewhite has been working with People of Color and the Queer community for over 15 years as a case manager and therapist.
Sumathy is available via Telehealth sessions Monday- Saturday 9am- 2pm PST (12pm- 5pm EST).
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 17 years
Open-Minded Therapy, LCSW, PLLC, Psychotherapist , 2025 - Present
Columbia University School of Social Work, Master of Science in Social Work, 2008
University of Kansas, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, 2004
Licensure
New York: 098727Languages
EnglishSpecialties
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
LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past
Race & cultural identity - Exploring topics of racial, cultural, and ethnic background as it relates to one’s family origins and personal identity
Racism, oppression, and discrimination - Exploring how racism, oppression, and discrimination impacts one’s life, including relationships, work life, and self-esteem; growing self-care practices to combat the negative emotions that arise when faced with identity-based adverse experiences
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Young adults (18-24)
- Loveland Therapy Fund Clients
Locations & Hours
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Carelon
- Cigna
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Evernorth
- Healthfirst
- Northwell Direct
- Optum
- Oxford Health Plans
- SEIU
- UMR
- United Healthcare
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$185 (60min)
- Sliding scale:$120 - $185
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
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
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