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Victoria Sliva

Psychologist, PhD
New York
Self-esteem and body image-Addictions-Relationships-Intense emotions- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics-Artists' mental health-

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Professional statement

Victoria Sliva is a Clinical Psychologist in Westchester, New York who specializes in working with clients for issues related to mood concerns, relationships issues, eating disorders, and self-esteem and body image. She also has experience working with gender diverse and LBGTQIA folks, with adolescents, and with clients that struggle with substance use. Her practice is open to individual adults, and she also works with families and groups. Additionally, Victoria has a special interest in working with creative clients, including artists, writers, and performers and invites them to bring their work into the therapeutic space.

Victoria’s approach is down to earth and relatable, setting clients at ease so they can make genuine progress in treatment. She is skilled at incorporating Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), empowering her clients to strengthen their distress tolerance and manage their emotions.

Victoria greatly enjoys helping her clients uncover the authentic pieces of themselves, creating a space where they can honor their values and feel more comfortable in their own skin. She looks forward to working with you.


Message to clients

I believe therapy can be transformative. Not the kind of transformation where something alien is created new, but rather the kind of transformation where what is already there gets to grow, expand, and take comfortable shape.

For me, the goal of therapy is to be more authentically yourself and to feel comfortable in your own skin. It is to feel those intense emotions without Having them take control of you, and without dampening your personality or passion. It is to have deeper and more honest and satisfying relationships because you are able to know and sit with yourself.

I help clients achieve these, and their own goals by working collaboratively in a therapeutic relationship which allows the experience of being seen and listened to non-judgementally, by employing creative questions and exercises to help clients explore different facets of themselves, and by helping clients develop concrete skills to navigate emotions and relationships mindfully.

My practice is primarily working with personality disorders, addictions, eating disorders (including compulsive eating and emotional eating), self-image and body-esteem.


Work and Education

Private Practice
Jacobi Medical Center Comprehensive Addiction Treatment Center
Jacobi Medical Center Acute Psychiatry
Center for Intensive Treatment of Personality Disorders
Maimonides Wellness and Recovery Program
Fordham University Psychological Services
Beth Israel Acute Psychiatry

The New School, PhD in Clinical Psychology

Languages

English

Specialties

Self-esteem and body image - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; building habits of more positive self-talk and self-perception when it comes to body image

Addictions - Tolerating emotional discomfort; reducing or eliminating reliance on substances; development of new coping mechanisms for stress and suffering

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

Intense emotions - Developing coping strategies for uncomfortable and intense emotions; identifying triggers and improving distress tolerance

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

Artists' mental health - Understanding of highly creative minds; goal setting related to the artistic and creative process; support finding meaningful balance in one’s life




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Families
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

I will have a waitlist until November of this year. Please check in with me then!


Insurance

Victoria Sliva is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$300 (45min)
  • Initial session:$300 (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:

  • Super billing