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You Deserve a Space to Be Fully Yourself. Individual Therapy in NYC for LGBTQIA+ Clients

You Deserve a Space to Be Fully Yourself. Individual Therapy in NYC for LGBTQIA+ Clients

You Deserve a Space to Be Fully Yourself. Individual Therapy in NYC for LGBTQIA+ Clients

Get matched with a compassionate, identity-affirming therapist who sees you, not just your symptoms. This is your space to heal, grow, and reconnect with yourself.

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Therapist and client in conversation during individual therapy session in NYC, highlighting personalized LGBTQIA+ affirming mental health support.
Therapist and client in conversation during individual therapy session in NYC, highlighting personalized LGBTQIA+ affirming mental health support.
Therapist and client in conversation during individual therapy session in NYC, highlighting personalized LGBTQIA+ affirming mental health support.

What Is Individual Therapy?

What Is Individual Therapy?

What Is Individual Therapy?

Individual therapy is a one-on-one space to explore what’s going on in your inner world: thoughts, emotions, identity, patterns, and pain. At Expansive Therapy, our approach is grounded in warmth, collaboration, and LGBTQIA+ affirmation.

Our commitment is to your healing, your clarity, your growth. Whether you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, identity questions, or just need someone to talk to, therapy can be a powerful step toward more self-understanding and peace.

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Therapist and client in one-on-one individual therapy session in New York City, supportive counseling for LGBTQIA+ individuals
Therapist and client in one-on-one individual therapy session in New York City, supportive counseling for LGBTQIA+ individuals
Therapist and client in one-on-one individual therapy session in New York City, supportive counseling for LGBTQIA+ individuals
Close-up of a glass table with a notebook, pen, and glasses of water during an individual therapy session in New York City.
Close-up of a glass table with a notebook, pen, and glasses of water during an individual therapy session in New York City.
Close-up of a glass table with a notebook, pen, and glasses of water during an individual therapy session in New York City.

Individual Therapy at Expansive Therapy’s NYC Office

Individual Therapy at Expansive Therapy’s NYC Office

Individual Therapy at Expansive Therapy’s NYC Office

At Expansive Therapy, we know that healing happens in relationship, and that starts with feeling seen. Our NYC therapists offer a space where you can show up as your full self: queer, questioning, neurodivergent, healing from trauma, or just… human.

We take a relational approach to individual therapy, meaning your therapist isn’t a blank slate. They're a supportive collaborator who’s deeply invested in your process. Together, you'll explore what matters most to you, and what might be getting in the way.

Expansive Therapy is 100% queer-owned and most of our therapists are LGBTQ identified. We have trained with the best in the field and want to bring that quality of work to your sessions, online from anywhere in the state, or in-person.

Meet the Expansive Team

What to Expect from Individual Therapy

What to Expect from Individual Therapy

Individual therapy at Expansive is a space just for you to slow down, reflect, and explore the things that matter most in your life.

Here’s what you can expect in session:

  • A therapist who affirms your identity and meets you with care

  • A safe space to explore trauma, anxiety, grief, identity, relationships, or big life questions

  • Collaborative sessions where you set the pace and the goals

  • An emphasis on curiosity and connection, not judgment or “fixing”

  • A therapist who brings their full humanity

Whether you’re brand new to therapy or returning to it, we’ll meet you where you are.

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Therapist supporting a client in distress during an individual therapy session in New York City, focusing on LGBTQIA+ affirming mental health care
Therapist supporting a client in distress during an individual therapy session in New York City, focusing on LGBTQIA+ affirming mental health care
Therapist supporting a client in distress during an individual therapy session in New York City, focusing on LGBTQIA+ affirming mental health care

Watch This If You’re New to Therapy (or Need a Reset)

Beginning therapy can be vulnerable, especially if you’ve never done it before, or had a not-so-great experience in the past. In this short video, Expansive Therapy co-founders Nick Fager and Megan Murphy explore the #1 mistake people often make in therapy, and how to shift your expectations to make the most of your sessions.

Whether you’re brand new to therapy or looking to deepen your work, this is a great place to start.

Beginning therapy can be vulnerable, especially if you’ve never done it before, or had a not-so-great experience in the past. In this short video, Expansive Therapy co-founders Nick Fager and Megan Murphy explore the #1 mistake people often make in therapy, and how to shift your expectations to make the most of your sessions.

Whether you’re brand new to therapy or looking to deepen your work, this is a great place to start.

Meet Our NYC Therapists Available for Individual Therapy

Our NYC-based therapists offer in-person individual therapy at our conveniently located Midtown Manhattan office, just steps from Penn Station and down the block from FIT. Whether you're commuting in from Brooklyn, the Bronx, or in neighboring Hell's Kitchen, we’ve got a therapist who meets your needs and your schedule.

Every therapist on our team brings a depth of clinical expertise and a commitment to LGBTQIA+-affirming care. We’re proud to serve New Yorkers across boroughs, backgrounds, and identities, because you deserve a therapist who sees all of you.

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Angela Shi

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Anna Bradford

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Nick Fager

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Nick Fager

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LMHC, LPCC, Sex Therapist

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Angela Shi

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Resident Therapist

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Online & In-Person

Angela Shi

They/She

Resident Therapist

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Online, In-Person

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Angela Shi

They/She

Resident Therapist

Online & In-Person

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Anna Bradford

They/She

Resident Therapist

Nick Fager

He/Him

LMHC, LPCC, Sex Therapist

See Our Full NYC Roster

Please note: Availability is always shifting, so we recommend visiting our full NYC therapist directory.

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photo of three therapists sitting in a modern inviting office space with couches and plants overlooking a big window framing the new york city skyline representing the affirming identity supporting individual therapy found at expansive therapy.

Why Clients Choose Expansive Therapy NYC for Individual Therapy

At Expansive Therapy, we know that finding the right therapist can be life-changing but also intimidating. That’s why we’ve built our practice around one core goal: making identity-affirming, relational care accessible and sustainable.

Our NYC therapists bring a deep commitment to working with LGBTQIA+ individuals in all their complexity. Whether you’re navigating trauma, identity exploration, burnout, or just need space to process life, we’re here to walk alongside you with curiosity, care, and zero judgment.



"Love this practice. If you have PPO insurance, this is the place to go in NYC... They make the whole insurance process easy and manageable, and great therapy too!"
Rob Copley, ★★★★★

How Our Insurance Works for Individual Therapy in New York

How Our Insurance Works for Individual Therapy in New York

How Our Insurance Works for Individual Therapy in New York

Therapy should feel accessible from the very start, including when it comes to cost. Expansive Therapy is an out-of-network provider, and we work with most PPO and POS plans that include out-of-network mental health benefits.

Before your first session, our admin team verifies your benefits and sends you a clear, easy-to-understand coverage breakdown. Once you begin, we take care of claim submissions and denials so you’re not stuck dealing with paperwork or insurance calls.

Session rates range from $75 to $250 depending on your therapist’s experience, about 35% below typical NYC rates. Whether you’re based in Park Slope, Harlem, or the Lower East Side, we’ll walk you through your options with clarity and care.

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Empire State Building and West 42nd Street sign in Manhattan, symbolizing access to LGBTQIA+ individual therapy and counseling services in New York City.
Empire State Building and West 42nd Street sign in Manhattan, symbolizing access to LGBTQIA+ individual therapy and counseling services in New York City.
Empire State Building and West 42nd Street sign in Manhattan, symbolizing access to LGBTQIA+ individual therapy and counseling services in New York City.

Where to Find Us

Where to Find Us

Where to Find Us

Our NYC office is located in Midtown Manhattan at 352 7th Avenue, between 29th and 30th Street. The building is easily accessible by the 1, 2, 3, A, C, and E subway lines, and just a short walk from many major transit hubs. Whether you're coming from Brooklyn, the Upper West Side, or the East Village, reaching us is simple — and our suite offers a quiet, affirming space in the middle of the city.

Office Hours:
Monday through Friday, 9 am–6 pm

Our Therapists Are Available:
Monday through Sunday, 8 am–10 pm

NYC Office Address:
352 7th Ave, Suite 1201
New York NY 10001

Phone: (917) 426-1521

Email: info@expansivetherapy.com

Did You Know? We Also Serve Los Angeles

Did You Know? We Also Serve Los Angeles

Did You Know? We Also Serve Los Angeles

Even though this page focuses on individual therapy in NYC, we also provide in-person and online sessions for clients based in Los Angeles. All of our therapists are either fully licensed in the states they serve or practicing under clinical supervision as associate or resident therapists. So whether you're in New York or Los Angeles, you can count on affirming care delivered by a provider who’s deeply supported and committed to your growth.

Want to bring someone else into therapy with you?

Want to bring someone else into therapy with you?

Want to bring someone else into therapy with you?

While individual therapy is a powerful space for self-exploration, healing can also happen in relationship. If you're ready to work through challenges alongside a partner, family member, or community, we offer a range of options to support you.

While individual therapy is a powerful space for self-exploration, healing can also happen in relationship. If you're ready to work through challenges alongside a partner, family member, or community, we offer a range of options to support you.

While individual therapy is a powerful space for self-exploration, healing can also happen in relationship. If you're ready to work through challenges alongside a partner, family member, or community, we offer a range of options to support you.

Frequently Asked Questions About Individual Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions About Individual Therapy

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How much does a therapy session cost in NYC?

How long is an individual therapy session?

What does individual therapy include?

Is individual therapy confidential?

Do I need to have a “big” issue to go to therapy?

How much does a therapy session cost in NYC?

How long is an individual therapy session?

What does individual therapy include?

Is individual therapy confidential?

Do I need to have a “big” issue to go to therapy?

How much does a therapy session cost in NYC?

How long is an individual therapy session?

What does individual therapy include?

Is individual therapy confidential?

Do I need to have a “big” issue to go to therapy?

How much does a therapy session cost in NYC?

How long is an individual therapy session?

What does individual therapy include?

Is individual therapy confidential?

Do I need to have a “big” issue to go to therapy?

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