Manhattan In-Person & Telehealth

A caring, safe space to explore and grow.

Collaborative, relational, and depth-oriented psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families in New York.

Calm soothing abstract reflection of nature representing growth and clarity
17+ Years in Clinical Practice
“I believe that a consistent sense of curiosity and authentic presence, where multiple meanings can be explored, is paramount to growth-promoting and healing therapy.”
— James Vining, LCSW
James Vining, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Credentials & Education

  • MSW, Hunter College Silberman School of Social Work (2009)
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) — NY State License #086433
  • 17 Years of Dedicated Clinical Experience

My Philosophy & Approach

Collaborative by nature, I aim to provide a caring and safe space where you feel validated, valued, and are open to explore new parts of yourself.

My understanding of personal change and growth is grounded in both psychodynamic and systems theories. Together, we focus on how some of your early history may inform your present challenges while also acknowledging the impact of the familial, institutional, and cultural systems in which you live.

I hope to bring people into therapy who are committed to collaboratively exploring and understanding themselves in ways they feel are essential to their growth. I am also eager to work with people who are curious about how some of their patterns may be creating obstacles to their growth.

Relational Existential Psychodynamic Systems-Based Strength-Based Trauma-Focused

Areas of Specialization & Focus

Tailored therapy supporting diverse identities, relationships, and emotional wellbeing.

LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy

Specialized expertise in gender, sexuality, transgender advocacy, coming out, and navigating intersecting identities. Fully affirming of bisexual, lesbian, non-binary, queer, trans youth, and adult experiences.

Depression & Mood Support

Compassionate care for navigating persistent low mood, feelings of emptiness, and self-esteem struggles, while building resilient coping skills and finding renewed meaning in life.

Relationship Issues & Conflict

Support for individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship dynamics, communication barriers, and relational patterns. Fully affirming of polyamory, ENM, and kink-friendly spaces.

Full Scope of Practice

I bring dedicated training and supportive clinical alignment to clients facing:

Complex Trauma & PTSD Anxiety & Panic Autism / Neurodivergence Support Body Image & Self-Worth Borderline Personality (BPD) Teens & Youth Support Coping Skills Dissociative Disorders (DID) School & Academic Challenges Biculturalism & Acculturation Migration, Loss & Trauma

Allied & Affirming Communities

Bisexual & Gay Allied Transgender & Non-Binary Allied Intersex & Queer Allied Polyamory & ENM Affirming Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly Sex Worker Allied HIV / AIDS Allied Racial Justice Allied

Fees, Insurance & Policies

Transparent investment and coverage options for your therapeutic journey.

Individual Session
$180
per 50-minute session
  • In-person or Telehealth options
  • Sliding scale slots available based on need
  • Superbills provided for Out-of-Network reimbursement claims
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Insurance & Coverage

I am an in-network provider with several major insurance plans. Use the tool below to verify if your provider is in-network, or if you can utilize out-of-network benefits.

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Directly Accepted Plans:

Aetna Cigna United Healthcare Oxford Oscar Health Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

Sliding Scale: If you are eligible, sliding scale adjustments are available to make therapy accessible. Please feel free to ask about this during your initial consultation.

Let's Connect

Finding the right therapist is a collaborative match. I offer a free 15-minute consultation call to explore your needs, answer questions, and discuss how we can work together.

Call or Text

(347) 835-4967

Office Location

Manhattan Flatiron/Chelsea Office
125 East 23rd Street
New York, NY 10011

Telehealth available state-wide in NY

A warm, welcoming, and safe modern therapy office space
6 R W F M
125 E 23rd St
Park Ave S E 23rd St Lexington Ave

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