What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
About Dr. Violeta Bianucci
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightLanguages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Dr. Violeta Bianucci
Dr. Violeta Bianucci is a highly skilled psychologist who sees patients in person and online in New York, NY.
As part of her formal education and training, Dr. Bianucci acquired a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Adelphi University and completed a clinical psychology fellowship at Mount Sinai Beth Israel.
She is a member of the American Psychological Association and the Society of Clinical Psychology. Dr. Bianucci is a published author with a special interest in personality disorders. Patients trust Dr. Bianucci's expertise because she consistently ensures positive, lasting outcomes through high-quality care.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) is a time-limited, structured approach primarily focused on improving interpersonal relationships and social functioning. Developed in the 1970s, it was initially used to treat depression but has since been applied to various mental health issues.
Key features of IPT include:
Focus on Relationships: IPT emphasizes the role of interpersonal relationships in a person’s mental health, exploring how these connections affect mood and well-being.
Time-Limited: Typically lasting around 12 to 16 sessions, IPT is designed to be a short-term treatment that targets specific interpersonal issues.
Identifying Problems: It helps clients identify and address specific interpersonal problems, which may include role disputes, grief, life transitions, or social isolation.
Improving Communication: IPT encourages clients to develop better communication skills and ways to express their needs and feelings in relationships.
Interpersonal Inventory: Therapists often guide clients in taking an inventory of their current relationships to pinpoint areas that need attention and improvement.
The ultimate goal of IPT is to enhance the quality of relationships and, in turn, improve emotional well-being, helping individuals build stronger connections and cope more effectively with life’s challenges.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Psychodynamic psychotherapy is a therapeutic approach that focuses on unconscious processes and how they influence current behavior and relationships. Here’s an overview of the typical process:
1. Initial Assessment
Intake Session: The therapist gathers information about the client’s history, symptoms, and concerns.
Goal Setting: Discussing what the client hopes to achieve through therapy.
2. Establishing the Therapeutic Relationship
Building Rapport: Creating a safe, trusting environment where the client feels comfortable sharing thoughts and feelings.
Transference: The client’s feelings about important figures in their life may be projected onto the therapist, which can be explored in sessions.
3. Exploration of Thoughts and Feelings
Free Association: Encouraging the client to speak freely about whatever comes to mind, helping to uncover unconscious thoughts.
Dream Analysis: Exploring dreams to understand underlying conflicts or desires.
4. Insight Development
Identifying Patterns: Recognizing recurring themes in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Understanding Defense Mechanisms: Examining ways the client may be avoiding or coping with difficult emotions.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $150 for 45 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 45 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
Popular visit reasons
Agoraphobia
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Agoraphobia
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Adelphi University, PhD in Clinical Psychology
- Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Fellowship in Clinical Psychology
- William Alanson White Institute (Psychodynamic Psychotherapy)
Professional memberships
- American Psychological Association, Society of Clinical Psychology
NPI number
1811309099
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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Dr Bianucci is sharp and empathetic, a professional and a fellow human being.
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How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Violeta Bianucci?
Generally, Dr. Violeta Bianucci has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Bianucci's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Violeta Bianucci accepting new patients?
Dr. Violeta Bianucci generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Bianucci's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Violeta Bianucci accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Violeta Bianucci online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Bianucci using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Dr. Violeta Bianucci work with?
Dr. Violeta Bianucci works with Blossoming.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Violeta Bianucci?
Dr. Violeta Bianucci frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Violeta Bianucci on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Violeta Bianucci speak?
Dr. Violeta Bianucci speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Violeta Bianucci in reviews?
7 patients have reviewed Dr. Violeta Bianucci. 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.