What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.71
Average wait time
4.98
Bedside manner
4.76
“Ariel listens an remembers things and always has useful feedback. He is one of he best I've ever had.”
TEMore than 1 year ago
“I've been seeing Ariel regularly for many years, and I've always felt heard and cared for by him. He's helped me through many difficult times in my life and I don't know how I could've gotten through them without having him to talk to. He treats me with the kind of respect, honesty, and loving kindness that I had always sought in a therapist. I've grown a lot through my conversations with him, and I always look forward to our next conversation!”
CGMore than 1 year ago
About Ariel Friedman
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Psychodynamic
Interpersonal
Family / Marital
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English, Hebrew
Getting to know Ariel Friedman
I believe that connection is the foundation of growth, and I strive to create a warm and nonjudgmental space for my clients to process difficult emotions and identify patterns that are no longer serving them. Therapy offers a wonderful opportunity to discover more about who we are and what we truly want. I hold a Master's in Clinical Social Work from New York University and have over 20 years of experience. I look forward to supporting you on your journey. I am currently seeing clients both in-person and virtually.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I am offering both in-person and Telehealth visits.
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In-network insurances
Ariel Friedman, LCSW has 50+ in-network plans.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $180 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $160 for 50 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
More information on payments and coverage
Except for Aetna, I am an out of network therapist, meaning I am not listed with any insurances. I do not see couples through insurance with Aetna. If you have any out of network coverage, I will complete and submit your claims to your insurance company, so that you can receive any reimbursement that you might be entitled to. I accept checks,Venmo ,Zelle and PayPal. I'm happy to answer any questions you might have about insurance.
Office location
Ariel Friedman, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- New York University, Master’s in Clinical Social Work
NPI number
1467518381
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.71
Wait time
4.98
Bedside manner
4.76
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Ariel listens an remembers things and always has useful feedback. He is one of he best I've ever had.
More than 1 year agoTE
Good listener, will go back but can’t evaluate overall until we get to actionable treatment
August 26, 2024Nicholas S.Verified patient
Ariel does a great job. Always professional and insightful. I would highly recommend seeking him out.
More than 1 year agoJonathan J.Verified patient
Great listener. Made me feel very comfortable. Excited to work with him in the future.
September 9, 2016Initials hidden
Very good listener and very honest. I'll definitely be seeing him again.
June 19, 2018Colin C.Verified patient
He is great. Listens extremely well and cares. Easy to talk to.
February 15, 2016Ross R.Verified patient
I've been seeing Ariel regularly for many years, and I've always felt heard and cared for by him. He's helped me through many difficult times in my life and I don't know how I could've gotten through them without having him to talk to. He treats me with the kind of respect, honesty, and loving kindness that I had always sought in a therapist. I've grown a lot through my conversations with him, and I always look forward to our next conversation!
More than 1 year agoCG
Ariel makes me feel safe, seen, and capable. I've had plenty of personal and professional moments to celebrate and moments of suffering or strife, and Ariel has been steady, understanding, and thoughtful throughout all of it.
I feel that I've been able to grow a lot and Ariel has given me plenty of tools and resources to feel understood, understand myself, and gain a sense of confidence, calm, and stability I may not have had otherwise.
Ariel is very accommodating, friendly, professional, smart, and kind. I feel super lucky to have had him as my therapist for many years and counting.
More than 1 year agoMJ
I’ve been through plenty of personal and professional success as well as suffering, and Ariel he has been a steady heartbeat of care helping me process and understand how I feel and what’s in and out of my control along the way.
I feel I’ve grown and learned so much from seeing him and I’m forever thankful for his kindness, patience, demeanor, and wisdom.
Every now and then he has an analogy or line that just hits me and shifts my whole perception of what I can/can’t do or should/shouldn’t be worrying about in such a helpful way. It feels like I continue to build or obtain new tools on an ongoing basis.
These tools plus the record of my past self give me the ability to navigate avoidable pain and make more healthy decisions that bring me joy—and for me that’s fantastic.
Wonderful human. Wonderful therapist.
More than 1 year agoMJ
I’ve been seeing Ariel for 2 years - he’s been an incredible resource.
I originally sought out a therapist to focus on specific life changes: new city, new relationship, need job. He knows when to simply listen versus engage in dialogue / feedback. We’ve covered a range of topics , and he’s been a blessing as my life. I continue to see him 1x/week and typically go in without a specific agenda. He’s been very flexible on session times when things come up - able to make times for quick zooms if needed. I’d recommend Ariel to anyone looking to peel back on the layers, create awareness, and grow.
More than 1 year agoGS
He said almost nothing during the appointment to make me comfortable at all, just appeared to be taking a lot of notes. Little to no encouragement or comfort as I talked about several deeply personal things. Just a flippant comment at the end that he'd be happy to continue working with me. I will not be going back.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Kind and attentive. Plan to return.
July 11, 2024David S.Verified patient
Dr. Friedman was a kind professional who carefully listened and offered supportive reassurance and guidance to my personal situation. I would highly recommend him as a professional therapist.
March 10, 2018Irene H.Verified patient
Great listener, both supportive and insightful. Calm, relaxing presence which makes it easy to unwind and unload. Offers good advice for professional and personal relationships. We've had a few email exchanges about scheduling conflicts, handled promptly and professionally.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
While this review will show my appointment date being in September, 2016, I want to note that this is not an 'old review' as I'm typing this in the summer of 2017. I feel well-equipped to review Ariel's demeanor and the helpful warmth he has brought me over the several months we have worked together on issues I have been living with for well over a decade.
Mr Friedman has always been accommodating to changes in my schedule and has been prompt in finding an opening when I've needed it.
The thoughtful insight that Ariel brings to every session is something I hope anyone in need of help is able to find during those times in life when help is needed most.
June 9, 2017Initials hidden
Ariel is very helpful and insightful; he listens intently and provides useful feedback that has helped me process my emotions, work through problems, and become a better person.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Absolutely terrible. Dr. Friedman spoke to me in a condescending way and made me feel incredibly uncomfortable. I've asked multiple occasions to book a follow up and he has ignored my emails. Would highly not recommend wasting your time with this doctor.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I'm a long - time patient of Ariel's, having first visited him in 2002. Over the years his compassionate counsel has been essential in guiding me through major challenges in my life. I can honestly say he's helped me to come a long way in terms of career, relationships and a basic understanding and acceptance of myself. I highly recommed him.
More than 1 year agoSP
I've been seeing Ariel for a couple of months, now this was my first experience with therapy. His warmth and attentiveness immediately made me feel at ease. He wanted me to clarify early on exactly what my goals were for therapy, which I really appreciated. I have a lot more clarity about things, since I started working with him.
More than 1 year agoDC
I've been a patient of Ariel Friedman for many years and have found him to be a highly-experienced, empathetic professional, skilled in the art of active listening. He takes a pragmatic approach to treatment of depression and anxiety and created a safe spare for me to discuss and examine issues of deep concern, and has been an enormous help in my goal of living an authentic and happy life.
More than 1 year agoKZ
Ariel has helped me through a number of major life changes during the past few years. He is kind, compassionate, insightful & dependable. I am certain that I would not be as stable and satisfied with my life if I didn't have his reliable support and thoughtfulness.
More than 1 year agoAV
I consider myself very fortunate to have Ariel as my therapist. During the course of my therapy, Ariel has helped me navigate the most difficult personal and professional challenges of my life. Thanks to him I never felt as if I had to "go it alone". Ariel is compassionate, insightful and extremely intelligent. He also possesses a great sense of humor (which is important to me). I would highly recommend Ariel as a therapist.
More than 1 year agoGP
I've been with Ariel for many years. I'm fairly hard driving and he helps me to moderate my behavior. He genuinely like people. This is expressed by his warmth, humor, and general sense of encouragement. Out of this comes his kindness, his most defining characteristic. He is a master of what he does.
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What practice does Ariel Friedman work with?
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Where is Ariel Friedman's office located?
Ariel Friedman has 2 office locations in Brooklyn, view full addresses on Ariel Friedman's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Ariel Friedman?
Ariel Friedman frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Ariel Friedman on their profile.
What languages does Ariel Friedman speak?
Ariel Friedman speaks English and Hebrew.
How do patients rate Ariel Friedman in reviews?
48 patients have reviewed Ariel Friedman. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.71/5. They have a 4.76/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.98/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.