You might benefit from therapy if you're experiencing persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, stress, or difficulty coping with daily life. Therapy can also help with relationship issues, trauma, grief, and personal growth.

Some common signs include:

• Constant worry or anxiety

• Feeling sad or hopeless

• Difficulty sleeping or changes in appetite

• Struggling to concentrate or make decisions

• Increased irritability or mood swings

• Withdrawing from loved ones

• Using substances to cope

Yes! Therapy is not just for those with diagnosed conditions. It can help with managing stress, building confidence, improving relationships, and personal growth.

Sessions typically last 53 to 60 minutes, depending on the type of therapy and your specific needs.

Yes! We accept various insurance plans. CLICK HERE to view the plans we currently accept. You can also Contact us to verify if your plan is covered. We are a phone call-914-221-3200 or an email away-Hello@shiftyourjourney.com.

We offer private-pay options and may have sliding scale fees based on financial need. Contact us via our Contact form , call us at 914-221-3200 or email us at Hello@shiftyourjourney.com if you have additional questions.

Yes! Your privacy is a top priority. Information shared in therapy is confidential, except in cases where there is a risk of harm to yourself or others.

Culturally responsive therapy is an approach that takes into account your unique cultural background, values, and life experiences when providing counseling. It recognizes that cultural factors—like race, ethnicity, family dynamics, religion, and community—play a huge role in shaping your mental health and how you navigate challenges. At SHIFT Your Journey Mental Health Counseling, we believe that understanding your culture is crucial to providing the most effective support and creating a space where you feel seen, heard, and understood.

This type of therapy is important because it helps build a trusting relationship between you and your therapist. It allows us to tailor our approach to your specific needs, ensuring that treatment isn’t “one-size-fits-all.” It acknowledges that everyone’s journey is different and that cultural considerations can deeply impact how you experience and respond to challenges. By practicing culturally responsive therapy, we help you feel more connected, supported, and empowered to take the next steps in your mental health journey.

Yes, culturally responsive therapy is rooted in research, and numerous studies show that it can significantly improve mental health outcomes. Research has found that when therapy respects and integrates a person's cultural background, it leads to better engagement, greater trust in the therapeutic process, and more positive mental health results. Clients who feel their cultural identity is acknowledged are more likely to feel comfortable opening up, which in turn makes therapy more effective.

Incorporating cultural understanding into therapy helps address the unique challenges that may arise from cultural factors, like stigma, discrimination, or generational differences. This personalized approach not only improves emotional well-being but also empowers clients to cope with life's stresses in ways that are meaningful and relevant to their culture. So yes, culturally responsive therapy isn't just a thoughtful approach; it’s one that research shows can lead to real improvements in mental health. At SHIFT Your Journey Mental Health Counseling, we use this evidence-based approach to ensure your therapy experience is both effective and truly reflective of who you are.

Holistic therapy is an approach that looks at you as a whole person—mind, body, and spirit—rather than just focusing on one part of your experience. It recognizes that your emotional health is deeply connected to your physical health, your thoughts, your relationships, and your environment. This approach combines traditional therapeutic techniques with practices that support overall well-being, such as mindfulness, meditation, breathing exercises, nutrition, and even movement or creative expression.

Holistic therapy is important because it treats the root causes of mental health challenges, not just the symptoms. Life’s struggles often impact multiple areas of your life, and by addressing the whole person, holistic therapy helps create balance and long-term healing. It encourages you to nurture yourself in ways that promote overall wellness, not just emotional relief in the moment. At SHIFT Your Journey Mental Health Counseling, we use holistic therapy to support your mental health in a way that honors all aspects of who you are, helping you feel more balanced, empowered, and connected to yourself and the world around you.