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Izzy Zissman(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
National Certified Counselor, NCC
Pennsylvania
Depression- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics- Life transitions- Relationship issues-Self-esteem-Sexual harassment & assault-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

Izzy believes that the therapeutic relationship can provide meaningful support and guidance to one’s healing and mental health journey. She believes that how someone presents themselves to others, interacts with the world around them, and how one goes through their lived experiences is the starting point for therapeutic progress.

Izzy works with psychodynamic and relational approaches to support clients when diving below the surface to explore their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and traumas that may be impacting their everyday lives.


Message to clients

In the mental health community, we highlight the importance of creating a "safe space" for our clients. It is important to me that you know that our "space" is unique to you. I do not see therapy as a one size fits all mentality and believe that every session is your time to share what is on your mind, what has been bothering you, and what thoughts and feelings have been lingering in your mind. I will support you through your ups and downs, and most importantly help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and those around you. Together, we will create a relationship that is grounded in trust, respect, and vulnerability.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 3 years

Resilience Lab, Therapist

Villanova University, Masters, 2023

Licensure

Pennsylvania: CW017636

Languages

English

Specialties

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

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

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect

Sexual harassment & assault - Caring support along the pathway to safety, wellbeing, and healing for survivors of sexual abuse and assault




Clientele

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

Locations & Hours

Supervised by Sheara Young, PA, CW017636, 02/28/2025. 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
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Meritain Health
  • New School Student Insurance (United Healthcare Student Resources)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Trustmark
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • University of California Berkeley Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet Student)
  • Wellfleet

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$150 (60min)
  • Sliding scale:$100 - $150