Supportive Therapy in New York
Therapy For Anxiety, Burnout, Self-Doubt, And The Pressure Of Holding Everything Together
At KLS Collective Therapy Group, we offer remote, supportive therapy for adults across New York State. We approach therapy with compassion and the belief that nothing you are going through is too much to handle. We want therapy to feel comforting and validating, instead of cold or clinical.
What Is Supportive Therapy?
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Anxiety and constant mental overactivity
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Depression and emotional exhaustion
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Difficulties feeling balanced and present due to feeling overwhelmed with ADHD symptoms
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Relationship stress and communication problems
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Caregiver burnout
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Chronic illness or medical stress
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Life transitions and identity shifts
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Grief and loss
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Low self-worth or people pleasing
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Feeling emotionally stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed
KLS Collective Therapy Group Therapist Team

Geralyn Valonzo
LCSW
Experienced in: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Supportive Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma Informed Therapy

Matthew Louie
LMSW
Experienced in: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Person Centered Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Supportive Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy.

Liz Davis
LMSW
Experienced in: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I), Person Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma Informed Care, Supportive Therapy, Sleep Therapy.

Marcy Ruland
LCSW
Experienced in: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person Centered Therapy, Humanistic, Positive Psychology, Strengths-Based Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Supportive Therapy, Culturally Sensitive, Motivational Interviewing.
You Do Not Have To Earn Support
Our Approach
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Learning how to regulate your feelings, even when they feel too big to manage
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Build healthier boundaries
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Improve communication and closeness in relationships
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Reduce anxiety and feelings of heaviness
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Strengthen trust in your abilities and choices
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Create a life that feels true to your values, rather than living in constant survival mode
Supportive Therapy For ADHD, Anxiety, And Burnout
You may look capable to everyone else while privately struggling with:
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Getting stuck in your thoughts or worries
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Feeling emotionally heavy
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Rejection sensitivity
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Difficulty sitting still or taking breaks without guilt
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Overcommitting and then burning out
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Taking on others’ emotions as your responsibility
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Shame around productivity or motivation
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Difficulty slowing your brain down at night
Remote Therapy Across New York State
Therapy That Feels Human
Looking For Supportive Therapy In New York?
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer in-person therapy?
No. We offer online therapy sessions, so you can access care from anywhere in New York.
What can I expect during my first session?
Your first session will be an opportunity for you and your KLS Collective therapist to get to know one another. They’ll also discuss your goals, concerns, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. The first session helps your therapist create an approach to best support you.
Do you accept insurance? What is the cost out-of-pocket?
Our rates vary depending on the type of service and duration of the session. In addition to flexible out-of-pocket payment options, KLS Collective Therapists are also in network with MVP, CDPHP, Aetna, and Fidelis insurance providers. Additionally, we also offer a sliding scale for clients in need.
Does insurance cover online therapy?
While coverage depends on your health plan and benefits, many insurance providers do cover online therapy. We recommend checking with your insurance provider to see whether online talk therapy services are included in your plan. As mentioned, we do offer a sliding scale for clients paying out-of-pocket.
What is the cancellation policy for your mental health services?
To help us manage our schedule and accommodate other appointment requests, we require at least 24 hours’ notice to cancel your individual therapy appointment. Accordingly, late cancellations or missed appointments may incur a fee.
Are sessions confidential?
Yes, each of your sessions is always completely confidential. Our therapists at KLS Collective Group adheres to strict privacy and confidentiality guidelines in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Is supportive therapy only for people experiencing serious mental health issues?
No, it is not only for people experiencing severe mental health issues. Supportive therapy can help people manage things like everyday stress, burnout, relationship struggles, grief, anxiety disorders, and other mental health challenges before they become more overwhelming. Many people receive therapy because they want consistent mental health support during difficult periods of their life.
Can supportive therapy help during major life transitions or while searching for mental health resources?
Yes. Supportive therapy can help people navigate career changes, caregiving stress, grief, parenting challenges, and shifts in family dynamics. Therapy can also help people better understand available mental health resources, support groups, and other forms of emotional support during stressful periods.
How often should I attend therapy sessions for mental health support?
The frequency of your sessions will depend on your stress levels, goals, and overall mental health needs. Many people begin with weekly sessions to create consistency and a supportive environment, while others may attend biweekly sessions as things begin to feel more manageable.
Can supportive therapy help with relationship stress and family members?
Yes. Supportive therapy can help people improve communication, manage conflict, and better navigate difficult relationships involving partners, coworkers, or family members. In some situations, your therapist may also recommend family therapy or family counseling when broader relational support could be helpful.
Do I need mental health care or a formal diagnosis to start therapy?
No. You do not need a diagnosis, referral, or history of mental illness to begin therapy. Many people seek mental health care because they feel emotionally overwhelmed, stressed, disconnected, or unsure how to manage ongoing life challenges. Therapy can support people experiencing emotional health concerns, mental health conditions, or periods of transition before symptoms become more severe.
Can supportive therapy be part of a larger mental health treatment plan?
Yes. At KLS Collective, supportive therapy can be integrated into a broader mental health treatment plan depending on your emotional needs, stress levels, and personal goals for therapy.
Can supportive therapists work with other mental health professionals?
Yes. When appropriate, therapists at KLS Collective may collaborate with psychiatrists, physicians, or other mental health professionals to help support a more coordinated care experience.
Does supportive therapy help people living with mental illness?
Yes. KLS Collective works with people navigating mental illness, anxiety, burnout, grief, and emotional overwhelm by helping clients build coping skills and feel more supported in daily life.
Are online mental health exercises ever part of supportive therapy?
Sometimes, yes. Our therapists at KLS Collective may recommend mindfulness tools, journaling prompts, grounding practices, or online mental health exercises that support emotional awareness between sessions.
Can supportive therapy help people experiencing mental health disorders?
Yes. Supportive therapy at KLS Collective can help people living with mental health disorders feel more emotionally supported while working through stress, relationship challenges, and difficult life transitions.
What should I do if I need crisis intervention support?
KLS Collective provides supportive therapy for ongoing emotional stress and life challenges, but crisis intervention services are recommended when someone requires immediate emergency or safety-related support.
Can supportive therapy support both emotional and physical health?
Yes. At KLS Collective, therapy often explores how chronic stress can affect both emotional well-being and physical health, including exhaustion, sleep disruption, tension, and burnout.
Can supportive therapy involve providing emotional support during difficult periods?
Yes. A major focus of supportive therapy at KLS Collective involves providing emotional support while helping clients process stress, uncertainty, grief, burnout, and major life changes.
Can supportive therapy help people develop healthier coping strategies?
Yes. At KLS Collective, supportive therapy helps clients build healthier coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm in everyday life.
Does KLS Collective provide therapy services recognized by the NYC Health Department?
At KLS Collective, we provide remote therapy services for adults and couples throughout New York City and New York State. For information related to public mental health programs or emergency support services, clients may also refer to resources provided by the NYC health department.
