Counseling Services on Staten Island

Our Staten Island mental health counselors take a personalized approach to each client and meet you where you are in your journey. We offer a range of services tailored to address the unique needs of each person we see, including help with anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and other concerns. Our therapists use evidence-based techniques—such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and cultural identity exploration—to provide meaningful, effective mental health support.

Our Areas of Focus

South Asian Issues
Navigating mental health can be particularly complex within cultural frameworks, especially for the South Asian community, where family expectations and cultural norms can weigh heavily. At Insight & Action, our South Asian therapists provide culturally sensitive counseling that honors the importance of family, community, and identity. We help clients manage intergenerational conflicts, explore their cultural identity, and address mental health issues in a setting that respects tradition and individuality.

LGBTQIA+ Concerns
Our therapists on Staten Island proudly specialize in LGBTQIA+ mental health services, creating an affirming space for individuals to explore and embrace their gender identity, sexual orientation, and other facets of identity. Our LGBTQIA+ therapists are experienced in supporting clients through relationship challenges, self-discovery, and mental health concerns. We’re here to provide the compassionate guidance you need as you navigate each step of your personal journey.

Latinx Community
Insight & Action Therapy proudly serves the Latinx community with counseling that respects cultural identity and traditions. We recognize the importance of community values and family bonds, and our therapists provide a space where clients can feel heard and supported. Our approach is grounded in empathy and understanding to allow Latinx residents on Staten Island to explore their mental health in a way that feels authentic to them.

Anxiety and Depression
Anxiety and depression affect many people and can be overwhelming when faced alone. Our mental health counselors on Staten Island work with you to understand and address the underlying causes of these feelings. We provide coping tools and support to help you manage your emotions and reclaim control of your mental health and well-being.

Career and Life Transitions
Major life changes, like starting a new job, moving, or shifting family roles, can bring stress and uncertainty. Our counselors on Staten Island offer guidance and tools to help you manage these transitions, supporting you as you adjust and find confidence in new life stages.

Divorce 
Going through a divorce can be emotionally challenging and leave you with feelings of loss and uncertainty. Our therapists provide understanding and support to help you process this transition, work through complex emotions, and rebuild a sense of self in a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment.

Gender and Sexual Identity
Exploring and affirming your gender or sexual identity is a deeply personal process. At Insight & Action Therapy, we provide an affirming environment where you can safely navigate these aspects of yourself. Our therapists offer support throughout your journey, from initial exploration to ongoing mental health care, and help you move toward self-acceptance with confidence.

Grief and Loss
The loss of a loved one can be one of life’s most profound challenges, often accompanied by complex emotions. Our mental health counselors on Staten Island provide a supportive space for you to process these feelings, honor your loved one’s memory, and begin to heal in your own time.

Infertility 
Infertility can bring intense emotional stress for individuals and couples. Our therapists on Staten Island offer supportive counseling to help clients navigate the frustrations, grief, and anxieties that may arise, and explore family planning options in a setting of understanding and empathy.

Premarital and Marital Challenges
Our Staten Island therapists provide premarital and marital counseling designed to help couples build healthy, fulfilling relationships. We welcome all types of relationships, including nontraditional and LGBTQIA+ partnerships, and focus on fostering communication, understanding, and trust.

Prenatal, Pregnancy, and Postpartum Concerns
The transition to parenthood can bring joy and unique mental health challenges. Our therapists are here to support you through the prenatal, pregnancy, and postpartum stages and address issues like anxiety, depression, and identity shifts that often arise with these experiences.

Relationships and Couples
Strong relationships require effort and understanding. Our mental health counseling services on Staten Island offer support for couples and families and help you address communication issues, intimacy concerns, and other challenges that may affect your relationships with loved ones. Our goal is to strengthen connections and promote a supportive family dynamic.

Trauma and PTSD
Past traumas can leave lasting impacts on mental health, but trauma-informed therapy can help you work through these difficult experiences. Our therapists on Staten Island provide compassionate, specialized care for those affected by trauma, helping you process and move beyond past experiences to find peace.