Serving clients in NY, NJ, PA, MA, and CO

Virtual Therapy for Individuals and Couples

You deserve therapy that is relatable, effective, and affirming. You’ll find it here.

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Collaborations and Features

Sessions from $120

High-quality care with transparent pricing.

Wide Availability

8 AM – 10 PM ET, including weekends.

Multi-State Practice

Serving NY, NJ, PA, MA, CO, and beyond.

Meet the Therapists

Connect with a therapist who resonates with you.

Alexandrea Johnson
LMSW, LSW, CSW

Associate Psychotherapist

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Licensed In: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Colorado

Availability: Early Morning, Evening, Weekend

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Ariele Le Grand
LCSW, LICSW

Independent Psychotherapist

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Licensed In: New York, Massachusetts, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Maine, South Carolina, Vermont

Availability: Evening, Weekend

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Ericka Echavarria
JD, LMSW, LSW, CSW

Associate Psychotherapist

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Additional Language: Spanish

Licensed In: New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Colorado

Availability: Early Morning, Daytime, Evening, Weekend

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Katie Zheng
LMSW, LSW, CSW

Associate Psychotherapist

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Additional Language: Mandarin

Licensed In: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Colorado

Availability: Early Morning, Daytime, Evening, Weekend

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Matt Sato
LMSW, LSW, CSW

Associate Psychotherapist

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Licensed In: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Colorado

Availability: Evening, Weekend

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Michael Montero
LCSW, LICSW

Senior Psychotherapist

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Licensed In: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Idaho, South Carolina, Vermont

Availability: Early Morning, Daytime, Evening

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Michelle Owen
LMSW, LSW, CSW

Associate Psychotherapist

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Licensed In: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Colorado

Availability: Evening, Weekend

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Virginia Scott
LMSW, LSW, CSW

Associate Psychotherapist

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Licensed In: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Colorado

Availability: Early Morning, Daytime, Evening, Weekend

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Dr. Daniel Olavarría
DSW, LCSW

Founder + Clinical Director

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Licensed In: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, South Carolina, Vermont

Availability: Limited

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Ready to take the first step? Book a free 15-minute video consultation by visiting any of our therapists’ profile pages. If you’re unsure who’s right for you, book a Free Matching Consultation with Dr. Daniel Olavarría.

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FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions.

In which states are your therapists licensed to practice?

We offer therapy primarily for clients in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Colorado.

We have select therapists who are also licensed to work with clients in Delaware, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, South Carolina, and Vermont. All sessions are offered virtually through HIPAA-compliant online video sessions.

Here’s the breakdown for each therapist:

– Alexandrea Johnson, LMSW, LSW, CSW: NY, NJ, PA, MA, CO
– Ariele Le Grand, LCSW, LICSW: NY, MA, FL, ID, IL, ME, SC, VT
– Ericka Echavarria, JD, LMSW, LSW, CSW: NY, NJ, MA, CO
– Katie Zheng, LMSW, LSW, CSW: NY, NJ, PA, MA, CO
– Matt Sato, LMSW, LSW, CSW: NY, NJ, PA, MA, CO
– Michael Montero, LCSW, LICSW: NY, NJ, PA, MA, CO, DE, FL, ID, SC, VT
– Michelle Owen, LMSW, LSW, CSW: NY, NJ, PA, MA, CO
– Virginia Scott, LMSW, LSW, CSW: NY, NJ, PA, MA, CO

How long is a typical session, and how often are sessions?

All individual, couples, and family therapy sessions are 45–50 minutes long.

Our practice prioritizes consistency with weekly sessions to help build momentum towards sustainable growth. You and your therapist can discuss whether meeting twice per week on a permanent or temporary basis may be best for meeting your needs.

Do you take insurance?

We are an out-of-network, private pay practice, which means that all clients pay the full session fee at the time of session.

However, PPO insurance plans can cover anywhere from 30-80% of the session cost for out-of-network therapy after your deductible has been met.

If you have a specific provider in mind, you can instantly verify your out-of-network insurance benefits specific to that therapist here: mentaya.co/b/thecity

Each month, we provide a superbill that you can submit directly to your insurance company for out-of-network reimbursement.

What are your session fees?

Session fees vary by provider:

Associate Psychotherapists:
Individual: $120/session
Couples: $140/session

Senior Psychotherapists:
Individual: $150/session
Couples: $180/session

Dr. Daniel Olavarría, DSW, LCSW:
Couples: $350/session

Do you offer sliding scale rates?

We are proud to offer therapy at various points of financial accessibility depending on the specific therapist, with session fees as low as $120 per session when working with our Associate Psychotherapists.

Additionally, PPO insurance plans can cover anywhere from 30-80% of the session cost for out-of-network therapy after your deductible has been met.

If you have a specific provider in mind, you can instantly verify your out-of-network insurance benefits specific to that therapist here: mentaya.co/b/thecity

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept all major credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) are also accepted.

The full session fee is due at the time of session.

What is your Two-Way Late Cancellation Policy?

As a relationally-focused practice, we believe in modeling fairness, equity, and consistency in boundaries. That’s why we adhere to our Two-Way Late Cancellation Policy that holds therapists and clients to the same standard for late cancellations.

Appointments cancelled by clients with less than 24 hours notice are charged the late cancellation fee which is equivalent to the full session fee. Please note that insurances do not reimburse for missed appointments.

On the rare occasion that your therapist must cancel your session with less than 24 hours notice, you will not be charged for the cancelled appointment and your next session will be provided free of charge.

How do I schedule an appointment or consultation?

We believe in the importance of finding the right fit in a therapist. All clients begin the process by scheduling a free, no pressure 15-minute video or phone consultation with your preferred provider.

If you have a provider in mind, you can schedule your consultation with them here: Book a Free Consultation

If you would like support in matching with a therapist, Dr. Daniel offers a free 20-minute Q&A + Therapist Matching Consult. Book that here.

If you prefer, you can also message Dr. Daniel here and we can coordinate to find the best therapist fit for you!

Do you have evening or weekend availability?

Yes! All of our psychotherapists offer various evening and weekend sessions! Schedule your free consultation with one of them here to view availability: Book a Free Consultation

Do you provide therapy for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC clients?

Yes, absolutely! As a Latiné-, Queer-owned practice, we prioritize ensuring that all clinicians are prepared to provide safe, affirming care for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clients, either as members of those respective communities or as committed allies.

Do you work with children, teens, or families?

At this time, we only work with adults (18+). However, we do often work with parents on issues related to raising children, such as navigating parenting stress and supporting emotional regulation for their children.

We do work with family units, as long as everyone who is participating in family therapy is an adult who can independently consent to treatment. Family therapy sessions are 45-50 minutes long and are charged at the same rate as each provider’s couples therapy fee.

Do you prescribe medication?

In New York State, medication can only be prescribed by physicians and nurse practitioners.

We do not prescribe medication, but we have a reliable network of trusted psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners.

We are happy to provide referrals, and warm introductions, when medication is indicated as part of a holistic treatment plan.

What is a Good Faith Estimate?

The Good Faith Estimate is a document that healthcare providers are legally required to provide to patients prior to their first session meant to protect patients by giving them a clear idea of the absolute most that treatment could cost over the course of a predetermined period.

Our Good Faith Estimates are provided over the course of a year, but it does not obligate you to anything; again, this is a patient protection measure required by federal law.

You can read more about the federal law that requires these Good Faith Estimates, the No Surprises Act, here:

https://www.cms.gov/nosurprises

Virtual Therapy for Individuals and Couples

You deserve therapy that is relatable, effective, and affirming. You’ll find it here.

Sessions from $120

Wide Availability

Multi-State Practice

Meet the Therapists

Alexandrea JohnsonLMSW, LSW, CSW

Ariele Le GrandLCSW, LICSW

Ericka EchavarriaJD, LMSW, LSW, CSW

Katie ZhengLMSW, LSW, CSW

Matt SatoLMSW, LSW, CSW

Michael MonteroLCSW, LICSW

Michelle OwenLMSW, LSW, CSW

Virginia ScottLMSW, LSW, CSW

Dr. Daniel OlavarríaDSW, LCSW

FAQs

In which states are your therapists licensed to practice?

How long is a typical session, and how often are sessions?

Do you take insurance?

What are your session fees?

Do you offer sliding scale rates?

What forms of payment do you accept?

What is your Two-Way Late Cancellation Policy?

How do I schedule an appointment or consultation?

Do you have evening or weekend availability?

Do you provide therapy for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC clients?

Do you work with children, teens, or families?

Do you prescribe medication?

What is a Good Faith Estimate?

Alexandrea Johnson
LMSW, LSW, CSW

Ariele Le Grand
LCSW, LICSW

Ericka Echavarria
JD, LMSW, LSW, CSW

Katie Zheng
LMSW, LSW, CSW

Matt Sato
LMSW, LSW, CSW

Michael Montero
LCSW, LICSW

Michelle Owen
LMSW, LSW, CSW

Virginia Scott
LMSW, LSW, CSW

Dr. Daniel Olavarría
DSW, LCSW