Alice Pencavel, LMSW

Alice Pencavel, LMSW

Psychotherapist
NY
5.00
“Working with Alice has been incredible. I don't have a lot of experience with therapy and was nervous and tentative going into it. She immediately put me at ease--she is so warm and is never judgemental. I trust Alice to really listen to me with openness and compassion, she makes me feel like she truly cares. I HIGHLY recommend her!”
MM
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“Working with Alice has been incredible. I don't have a lot of experience with therapy and was nervous and tentative going into it. She immediately put me at ease--she is so warm and is never judgemental. I trust Alice to really listen to me with openness and compassion, she makes me feel like she truly cares. I HIGHLY recommend her!”
MMMore than 1 year ago
“Alice has helped me make a lot of great changes in my life, and I am very grateful for her guidance. She is a great listener and cares deeply for her clients. ”
KAMore than 1 year ago

About Alice Pencavel

Focus areas

Art Therapy
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Somatic Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Transgender Care
Expressive Arts Therapy
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy
EMDR
Attachment-based
Emotionally Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Expressive Arts

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Alice Pencavel

I am grounded in the belief that we have the intrinsic capacity to heal. I am committed to supporting the development of compassion, wakefulness, and ease in response to anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and unresolved trauma. As a trained yoga teacher and practicing Zen Buddhist, I view physical and spiritual health, mindfulness practice, and engagement with philosophical inquiry as the pillars of emotional well-being. With a robust background as a playwright, I draw on my writing practice and the innate creativity of my clients as guides along the healing journey. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University and am trained in EMDR and TF-CBT. My approach to therapy is collaborative, trauma-informed, and creative. I find nurturing a connection to nature to be a tremendous resource for healing. As a queer person, I understand the necessity of brave, inclusive spaces, and I believe dismantling oppressive frameworks is integral to the intimate task of personal growth. I am currently in network with several insurances while also working with out-of-network benefits. My office would be happy to help you maximize your insurance benefits.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Young Adult Issues
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Fordham University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1518706480

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Working with Alice has been incredible. I don't have a lot of experience with therapy and was nervous and tentative going into it. She immediately put me at ease--she is so warm and is never judgemental. I trust Alice to really listen to me with openness and compassion, she makes me feel like she truly cares. I HIGHLY recommend her!
Alice has helped me make a lot of great changes in my life, and I am very grateful for her guidance. She is a great listener and cares deeply for her clients.
Alice is an incredible therapist! Kind, insightful, and has a terrific sense of humor. Every conversation with her brings me greater awareness around the causes behind my patterns of behavior and strategies for living a more present, embodied, and joyful life.
Alice continues to have considerable impact in my life, helping me navigate the smaller daily struggles and the bigger life themes for positive evolution. She's also got the best laugh and a clever humor I find so endearing. What a gem, highly recommend!
Alice always helps me see things in a new light that reflects how deeply she cares about my well being. Her compassionate approach makes me feel safe, seen, and heard, and I continue to grow and learn new things. I feel lucky to have Alice in my corner!
Alice has offered me great support and wisdom throughout my time with her. I always look forward to our conversations and have come far in my journey with grief and trauma.
Alice is the best. She approaches our meetings with immense care, patience, and insight. She is able to make me feel totally seen and heard in a completely non-judgmental and welcoming way. I am grateful to have found her.
Alice, is the most professional therapist I've ever had. She's an excellent listener and continues to demonstrate her devotion, breadth of knowledge and expertise, and love for the work. She is very adept at picking up the little bits that people ignore or forget and has helped immensely with recognizing patterns by deepening and understanding the context that brings them about. My treatments feel unique and not something I've read out of a text book. I highly recommend her.
Alice is great! Thoughtful, perceptive, and creative in her approach. It really means a lot to me that Alice herself is an artist. I highly recommend!
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Alice Pencavel frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Alice Pencavel on their profile.

What languages does Alice Pencavel speak?

Alice Pencavel speaks English.

How do patients rate Alice Pencavel in reviews?

10 patients have reviewed Alice Pencavel. 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.

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