Yana  Elbert
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Yana Elbert

She/Her/Hers

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
New York, New Jersey Accepting Online
Manhattan Community Board 5 Accepting In-person
Updated September 10, 2023

Specialties & Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Family issues
  • Life transitions
  • Phobias & fears
  • Relationship issues

Professional statement

I am a licensed mental health counselor in NY and NJ. I work with adults experiencing a range of challenges, particularly anxiety, life transitions, family difficulties, stress, relationship issues, depression, and grief/loss. I help my clients utilize their strengths to increase their self-awareness in order to work on the areas that are holding them back. My goal is to provide a safe and empathetic place where clients can speak openly and make space for better understanding themselves and what is most important to them.

I combine the depth of psychodynamic therapy and integrate other evidence-based approaches, depending on the client's needs. I strive to help clients identify the narratives that keep them from living a fulfilled life and build a stronger sense of self. I am also adept in working with family of origin issues, hybrid identities, and first-generation complexities.

I earned my master's degree in mental health counseling in 2014. My experiences range from working in private practice and community based clinics.


Message to clients

I view therapy as a collaborative process, where together, we will look at what you are experiencing with curiosity and compassion. Therapy can be a powerful tool for reaching your life goals. Please reach out if you would like to speak about whether we may be a good match.


Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Family issues - Promoting communication and supporting family members to address challenges and reduce conflict and distress

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

Phobias & fears - Providing techniques and support to overcome intense fear, anxiety, and panic related to specific triggers, such as heights or crowded spaces

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




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $200 (45min)
  • Sliding scale: $130 - $200

Location(s)

Online Sessions (New York)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
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Online Sessions (New Jersey)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
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Manhattan Community Board 5 practice
Union Square, New York, New York 10003
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
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Work and Education

Years of Experience: 9 years

Private Practice, 2019 - Present


Licensure

New York: 007125

New Jersey: 37PC00904100


Languages

English

Russian