
Safiya Telesford
Licensed Professional Counselor (718) 314-2467
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I primarily work with women of color navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, self-esteem, and healing from trauma. My practice centers on helping women address depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and self-esteem concerns with compassionate, culturally responsive care.
I am deeply committed to creating a healing space that honors the unique experiences of women of color and individuals seeking understanding and growth. My approach focuses on cultivating self-love, addressing isolation, exploring attachment dynamics, and empowering clients to develop deeper self-understanding.
Drawing from evidence-based practices, I work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized strategies that support emotional resilience and meaningful personal transformation. My therapeutic style emphasizes genuine connection, respect, and a strengths-based perspective that recognizes each person’s inherent capacity for healing and growth.
I understand that seeking therapy takes courage, and I am dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy, expertise, and unwavering support as you navigate your personal journey.
Payment Options
Insurance Options
- Aetna
- Anthem BlueCross Blue Shield New York
- Cigna
- Curative
- Empire BlueCross BlueShield
- GEHA
- Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Optum
- Oscar
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
- UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
Orientation & Focus
Languages Spoken
Specialties
- Depression
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
Conditions Treated
- Anxiety
- Communication Problems
- Depression
- Isolation & Loneliness
- Panic Attacks
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self Esteem
- Social Anxiety
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Treatment Options
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic Psychotherapy
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