Who can benefit from Remote Therapy New York?

We work with high-functioning women in New York who are navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns, or unsure how to advocate for yourself, our therapists provide a safe and supportive space to explore and grow.

Do I have to live in New York to work with you?

All of our sessions are fully remote, so as long as you’re located in New York State, you can access therapy from the comfort of your home, office, or anywhere you feel safe.

What types of challenges can therapy help with?

We help clients work through a wide range of challenges, including: Anxiety and stress management; Mood fluctuations and depression; Navigating difficult relationships; Setting and maintaining boundaries; Healing from trauma or life transitions; Building self-compassion and positive self-talk.

What can I expect from a first session?

Your first session with Remote Therapy New York is a chance to be heard and feel seen. We’ll talk about your goals, current challenges, and what support feels most helpful to you. Many clients find that just having a safe space to share begins to relieve stress and provide clarity.

How do I get started with online therapy?

Scheduling online therapy with Remote Therapy New York is simple. You can book a consultation directly on our website. From there, you’ll receive a secure link to join your session remotely.

What types of payment and insurance options are available?

We accept a range of insurance plans to make therapy accessible to as many people as possible. If you’re unsure whether your plan is accepted, we’re happy to guide you through the process — helping you focus on care instead of paperwork. For those who value privacy or prefer not to use insurance, we also offer private-pay options. Choosing private pay allows you to keep your sessions completely confidential and flexible, so you can focus fully on your growth and well-being. Whether you go through insurance or private pay, our goal is the same: to make therapy supportive, accessible, and tailored to your needs.

What makes Remote Therapy New York different from other practices?

Remote Therapy New York provides women in New York with therapy that’s personalized, warm, and results-focused. We combine trauma-informed care, mindfulness, CBT, and attachment-based approaches to help you build confidence, navigate relationships, and heal from anxiety, burnout, or trauma. Every session is tailored to your goals, whether you use insurance or private pay, so you’re truly seen, heard, and supported.

Finding the right therapist can make all the difference.

Remote Therapy New York is a small team of licensed New York clinicians providing online therapy for anxiety, trauma, depression, and relational challenges. Each therapist integrates trauma-informed and nervous system–based approaches, offering thoughtful, personalized care designed to support meaningful growth.

Meet Our Therapists

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Carolyn Valenzuela

Carolyn is the founder of Remote Therapy New York and a licensed therapist supporting professionals navigating burnout, career transitions, and leadership challenges. She works with clients who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck during times of change—because their inner world needs attention and understanding. Carolyn integrates IFS, mindfulness, CBT, and trauma-informed therapy to help clients slow down, listen inward, and reconnect with a steadier, more grounded sense of self. She helps professionals clarify priorities, navigate change with intention, and cultivate sustainable strategies for growth and well-being.

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LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Shaqueen Walcott

Shaqueen brings a warm, thoughtful presence to her work, offering support for children, parents, and families navigating life’s challenges. She integrates CBT, mindfulness, and supportive conversation, creating a collaborative space where clients feel heard and understood. Shaqueen is attentive to pacing and approach, helping clients—whether new to therapy or experienced—build coping skills, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with a greater sense of balance and confidence.

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LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

Aïcha Nadifi

Aïcha draws from attachment theory, CBT/ACT, IFS-informed parts work, and somatic regulation to help clients experience change, not just understand it. She is known for her grounding, thoughtful presence, and helps clients find language for their feelings along with practical steps to move forward. Aïcha is culturally responsive and sensitive to faith, family roles, and identity, creating a space where clients are understood without needing to explain their background. She works collaboratively to slow things down, make sense of patterns, and build flexible habits that support the life clients want.

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