What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Dr. Porter gave space for autonomy she made us feel safe to be open and honest with her and each other. She's a great listener and non judgemental. Looking forward to future sessions.”
Initials hiddenFebruary 2, 2025Video visit
“Dr. Porter is honestly the best. Our first session went very well, I felt so comfortable speaking to her. I’m excited for this journey and continue more sessions with her.”
Zalika B.August 18, 2023
About Rhea Porter
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Rhea Porter
Ms. Rhea Porter is a marriage and family therapist serving adult individuals, couples, and families at Wellness Counseling Services, LCSW, PLLC in Brooklyn, NY. She specializes in addressing depression, trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, family conflicts, infidelity, marital problems, and stress. During consultations, Ms. Porter attentively listens to her patients and develops individualized treatment plans tailored to their unique situations. Her therapeutic approach incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy, humanistic therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and other interventions. Patients describe Ms. Porter as compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental, trusting her expertise as her therapy sessions lead to positive changes that help them achieve a better quality of life.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Once booked, you will receive two emails from Wellness Counseling Services, LCSW, PLLC one through our online platform, SimplePractice inviting you to our client portal. There you will complete all necessary consents for treatment, your demographic information, and your personalized intake questionnaire to initiate the intake process. Please complete and submit all necessary documentation at least 24 hours before your scheduled appointment time to allow the clinician to review your reasons for entering into therapy at this time and to complete your two initial intake sessions the first time that you meet.
You will also receive an introductory email from your therapist with our Welcome Letter attached and our administrative team will be copied on the email for your reference.
Please try to complete all documents and information before your initial session with our clinicians. Should you have any trouble doing so, you may log on to your booked appointment through the SimplePractice Portal or give the mainline a call and we will have the therapist will help you through the initial process during that scheduled appointment. The two sequential appointments after will then be used to completed your initial intake assessment. We look forward to working with you!
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $100 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $100 for 60 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
- Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront
More information on payments and coverage
Our normal fees for out of pocket start at $1,000 per 60 minute session. However, we are happy to work with you based on financial need. We accept sliding scale fees based on our slide scale fee schedule. The lowest tier on our sliding scale fee schedule starts at $100 per individual 60 minute client session. We currently have 5 tiers that range according to financial need; which we access in house through financial documents received by the office.
Education and background
Practice names
NPI number
1922790096
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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4 reviews
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She really listens to you and doesn’t judge you at all
May 3, 2024Corissa B.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Porter gave space for autonomy she made us feel safe to be open and honest with her and each other. She's a great listener and non judgemental. Looking forward to future sessions.
February 2, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Porter is honestly the best. Our first session went very well, I felt so comfortable speaking to her. I’m excited for this journey and continue more sessions with her.
August 18, 2023Zalika B.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
How soon can I make an appointment with Rhea Porter?
Generally, Rhea Porter has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Rhea Porter's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Rhea Porter accepting new patients?
Rhea Porter generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Rhea Porter's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Rhea Porter accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Rhea Porter online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Rhea Porter using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Rhea Porter work with?
Rhea Porter works with Wellness Counseling Services, LCSW, PLLC.
What are common reasons for patients to see Rhea Porter?
Rhea Porter frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Rhea Porter on their profile.
What languages does Rhea Porter speak?
Rhea Porter speaks English.
How do patients rate Rhea Porter in reviews?
4 patients have reviewed Rhea Porter. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.