What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.83
Average wait time
4.80
Bedside manner
5.00
“Working with Dr. Valentin was life-changing for me. She’s a great listener, and was very adept and reframing/broadening my thinking on situations that I previously thought I’d examined from every possible angle. She was an integral part of a journey that saw me process recent and not-so-recent trauma, make several major life decisions, reframe relationships with family members, develop more trust and confidence in my own decision-making, and accept myself. I only stopped seeing her because I relocated, but I’ve carried the lessons from my time in therapy with me since. I appreciated her ability to speak to complex dynamics with nuance and sensitivity. Also, she always took thorough notes, so I very rarely needed to repeat myself from session to session. I always felt heard, but not judged. Even better, I learned how to not be so judgmental towards myself. She’s set the bar extraordinarily high for any therapist I might engage in the future, and I’ll forever be grateful to her.”
CSMore than 1 year ago
“Dr. Valentine is thorough, empathetic, and an excellent active listener. Her approach to providing care is outstanding, as she tailors her methods to fit each patient's unique situation.”
Initials hiddenNovember 13, 2023Video visit
About Dr. Cidna Valentin
Focus areas
Adult Psychotherapy
Family Issues
Women's Mental Health Issues
BIPOC Mental Health Issues
Integrative Psychotherapy
Depression
Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Groups
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Integrative
Interpersonal
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
Creole (Haitian), English
Getting to know Dr. Cidna Valentin
I am a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to helping people discover their path to wellness, authenticity, and balance. I earned my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the City University of New York, Graduate Center, and hold a Master's in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University. Additionally, I completed a Certificate in Interpersonal Psychotherapy at Columbia University's Global Mental Health Institute and an internship at the Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services.
As a clinician from a diverse background, I am committed to providing culturally relevant and integrative care. My approach is collaborative, rooted in social justice, and tailored to your unique needs and goals. While I primarily work with adults, I have experience supporting clients across the lifespan.
I am passionate about creating healing spaces for underserved communities and supporting first-generation Americans as they navigate multiple cultural worlds. I provide online therapy in English and Haitian Kreyòl (non-native speaker).
My treatment areas include:
- Depression
- Expatriation, migration, and acculturation problems
- Global mental health and international psychology
- Haitian mental health
- Racial stress and trauma
What should a new client know about working with you?
I use a wide range of tools to help BIPOC-identifying clients, particularly people of immigrant backgrounds and international identities, navigate complex cross-cultural and intergenerational problems in their families and other relationships.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I help my clients find the language to understand painful experiences and lift emotional and cognitive barriers that have been in the way of their healing. Whether in a brief treatment or a longer-term relationship, clients ultimately emerge from our work with greater self-compassion, awareness, and hope for life.
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More information on payments and coverage
Cost of services can vary based on payment method, whether paying privately or using insurance benefits.
Private pay rates:
Individual sessions (45/60 minute session): $300/350
Limited sliding-scale slots available
Insurance:
For clients who would like to use insurance, I am currently in-network (via Headway) with the following carriers: Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Empire BCBS, and Oscar Health.
If you are not in-network with any of these carriers and would like to use out-of-network (OON) benefits, I am glad to provide a statement of reimbursement (superbill) to assist you with claiming OON benefits.
Education and background
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Education and training
- City University of New York, Graduate Center, PhD in Clinical Psychology
- Columbia University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
- Columbia University, Global Mental Health Institute, Certificate in Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services (Internship)
NPI number
1548518046
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
4.83
Wait time
4.80
Bedside manner
5.00
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Working with Dr. Valentin was life-changing for me. She’s a great listener, and was very adept and reframing/broadening my thinking on situations that I previously thought I’d examined from every possible angle. She was an integral part of a journey that saw me process recent and not-so-recent trauma, make several major life decisions, reframe relationships with family members, develop more trust and confidence in my own decision-making, and accept myself. I only stopped seeing her because I relocated, but I’ve carried the lessons from my time in therapy with me since. I appreciated her ability to speak to complex dynamics with nuance and sensitivity. Also, she always took thorough notes, so I very rarely needed to repeat myself from session to session. I always felt heard, but not judged. Even better, I learned how to not be so judgmental towards myself. She’s set the bar extraordinarily high for any therapist I might engage in the future, and I’ll forever be grateful to her.
More than 1 year agoCS
Dr. Valentine is thorough, empathetic, and an excellent active listener. Her approach to providing care is outstanding, as she tailors her methods to fit each patient's unique situation.
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What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Cidna Valentin?
Dr. Cidna Valentin frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Cidna Valentin on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Cidna Valentin speak?
Dr. Cidna Valentin speaks English and Creole (Haitian).
How do patients rate Dr. Cidna Valentin in reviews?
6 patients have reviewed Dr. Cidna Valentin. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.83/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.8/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.