Erika Vidales(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
New York
Identity development-College & graduate student mental health-Self-esteem- Life transitions- Anxiety - LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics-
Erika Vidales
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Professional statement
Erika has a gentle, reflective approach to therapy, which allows clients to come as they are and be fully themselves. Whether someone is struggling with identity, anxiety, low self esteem, or feelings of depression, Erika provides a strong, trusting container for them to dig into the root cause of their struggles and find new ways to cope. She might even include some humor along the way!
Depending on her client’s needs, Erika uses a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), narrative therapy, psychodynamic theory, and mindfulness. Erika encourages her clients to use their creativity to express themselves and process difficult feelings. For example, she might have her clients respond to a journal prompt or sketch out a scene.
All in all, Erika creates a safe and trusting relationship where clients can express themselves, move through intense emotions, and focus on their personal growth.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 4 years
Resilience Lab Psychotherapy, Clinician
New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center, Mental Health Therapist
Montefiore/ Schaffer Extended Care Center , Social work Intern
Larchmont Mamaroneck Community Counseling Center, Social Work Intern
NYPCC Academy- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Training, Certificate , 2021
New York University, Masters, 2020
NYPCC Academy- Trauma-Informed Therapy Training , Certificate, 2020
NYPCC Academy- Teleplay Therapy, Certificate, 2020
Manhattan College, Bachelors, 2017
Licensure
New York: 111178-01Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Identity development - Understanding, accepting, and strengthening one’s sense of self through the exploration of family, work, and personal values; addressing issues such as, race, class, gender, and sexual orientation, in the context of self experience
College & graduate student mental health - Specialized strategies for common issues of young adulthood, including school and career stressors, support around healthy relationships, existential concerns, and anxiety and/or depression.
Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect
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
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Children (<12)
- Seniors (65+)
- Teenagers (13-18)
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
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:$160 (50min)
- Sliding scale:$100 - $160
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