What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Ms.Alla is great. She really helped me become a better and stronger person through helping me manage my emotions in a way that was really healthy! I couldn't recommend her enough!!!”
BBMore than 1 year ago
“I am incredibly grateful for my therapist Alla who helped me overcome depression as a first-time mom. Her tailored therapy sessions provided guidance and perspective, creating a safe space to explore my emotions. She went above and beyond to address the root causes and empower me with skills to manage stress and cultivate a healthier mindset. Thanks to her support, I have become a confident and resilient mother. I have never felt more comfortable with a therapist than I have with Alla. She truly cares. I highly recommend seeking guidance from a therapist like mine for any struggling first-time moms. Their transformative role can lead to a brighter future.”
SMMore than 1 year ago
About Alla Shapiro
Focus areas
Anxiety
Parenting Counseling
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Relationship Struggles
Family Issues
Therapy for Communication Issues
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Trauma Focused
Gottman Method
Emotionally Focused
Person-Centered
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
JewishLanguages spoken
English, Hebrew
Getting to know Alla Shapiro
Becoming a therapist felt less like choosing a career and more like answering a calling. I've always been fascinated by the ways people struggle with self-acceptance, emotional connection, and relationships. I saw how shame, self-doubt, and pressure to meet expectations can affect not only how we see ourselves, but also how we communicate with partners and family members.
This curiosity led me to psychotherapy and ultimately to specializing in couples therapy, relationship counseling, parenting support, and maternal mental health. Today, I help clients break free from cycles of conflict, disconnection, and self-criticism so they can build healthier relationships, strengthen emotional intimacy, and create more fulfilling lives.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Most couples don't come to therapy because they forgot how to love each other. They come because they've gotten stuck in painful patterns—repeating the same argument, feeling disconnected, struggling with intimacy, navigating parenting stress, or trying to figure out whose mother is really causing the problem.
My role is to help you slow down, understand what's happening beneath the conflict, and learn new ways of communicating and connecting. Drawing from Gottman Method principles, attachment theory, and family systems work, I help couples improve communication, rebuild trust, strengthen emotional and physical intimacy, and navigate difficult conversations with greater confidence.
I create a warm, supportive, and direct therapeutic space grounded in hope and realistic optimism. My approach to psychotherapy and couples therapy balances meaningful challenge with compassion, helping clients move through difficulty while building clarity, connection, and lasting change. Therapy is not only a place to work through struggles—it is the beginning of something new, purposeful, and forward-moving.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Therapy with me is a mix of reflection, clarity, and practical change. We slow down the moments that usually escalate into conflict—whether around communication, parenting stress, intimacy, or in-law dynamics—and start to understand what’s really happening underneath them.
I bring a warm but direct style to couples therapy, helping you feel both supported and gently challenged. Sessions focus on improving communication, reducing reactivity, and rebuilding emotional and physical connection.
Most couples find that over time, they feel less stuck in the same arguments and more able to actually hear and understand each other again.
Alla Shapiro, LMHC, LPC is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $0 for 15 minutes
Ongoing session: $200-300 for 60 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
I offer superbills and have partnered with Thrizer for out of network benefits to be assessed on your behalf and for clients to be reimbursed for sessions in a simple and convenient way.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- City University of New York, Hunter College, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
Professional memberships
- New York Mental Health Counselors Association
NPI number
1164054672
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
Most relevant
It was great talking to Alla this morning. She listened carefully and was very understandable. Yes, I would recommend her.
June 18, 2023Maria J.Verified patientVideo visit
Ms.Alla is great. She really helped me become a better and stronger person through helping me manage my emotions in a way that was really healthy! I couldn't recommend her enough!!!
More than 1 year agoBB
I am incredibly grateful for my therapist Alla who helped me overcome depression as a first-time mom. Her tailored therapy sessions provided guidance and perspective, creating a safe space to explore my emotions. She went above and beyond to address the root causes and empower me with skills to manage stress and cultivate a healthier mindset. Thanks to her support, I have become a confident and resilient mother. I have never felt more comfortable with a therapist than I have with Alla. She truly cares. I highly recommend seeking guidance from a therapist like mine for any struggling first-time moms. Their transformative role can lead to a brighter future.
More than 1 year agoSM
July 2, 2023Maria J.Verified patientVideo visit
How soon can I make an appointment with Alla Shapiro?
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Is Alla Shapiro accepting new patients?
Alla Shapiro generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Alla Shapiro's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Alla Shapiro accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Alla Shapiro online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Alla Shapiro using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Alla Shapiro work with?
Alla Shapiro works with Therapy With Alla.
What are common reasons for patients to see Alla Shapiro?
Alla Shapiro frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Alla Shapiro on their profile.
What languages does Alla Shapiro speak?
Alla Shapiro speaks English, Hebrew, and Russian.
How do patients rate Alla Shapiro in reviews?
4 patients have reviewed Alla Shapiro. 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.