What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“I had a great session with Cecilia . I felt very comfortable talking with her . She validated my feelings and she listened. I looking forward to having more sessions . Overall I am happy with the office staff as they responded right away when I made an appointment on Zoc Doc. ”
Tanesha J.December 5, 2025Video visit
About Cecilia Russo
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Social Anxiety
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Narrative
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Cecilia Russo
Cecilia approaches therapy as a collaborative process, grounded in curiosity, compassion, and care. She believes that healing is not about fixing yourself, but about reconnecting with the parts of you that have always been whole beneath life’s stress, pain, and expectations. At the heart of her work is the belief that every story holds meaning and wisdom — and that by exploring it together, clients can uncover new pathways for growth and healing.
Her therapeutic style is rooted in Narrative Therapy and enriched by evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness. Cecilia helps clients make connections between their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and personal history while also building practical skills for emotional regulation, self-awareness, and flexibility. She creates a safe, validating environment that respects the complexity of being human and empowers clients to move through life’s challenges with greater clarity and confidence.
Cecilia has experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and overwhelming emotional stress. She earned her Master’s degree in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness from New York University and her Bachelor’s in Psychology from SUNY Purchase. With both a strong clinical foundation and an intuitive, human-centered approach, she helps clients cultivate resilience, trust their inner wisdom, and see therapy as a process of coming home to yourself, with warmth, intention, and self-trust leading the way.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Cecilia believes that healing is not about “fixing” yourself, but about reconnecting with who you’ve always been beneath the stress, pain, and expectations of life. She approaches therapy as a collaborative space, where growth happens not through pressure, but through curiosity, compassion, and care. At the heart of her work is the belief that your story matters, and that within it lies the wisdom to guide your healing.
Cecilia’s therapeutic style is grounded in Narrative Therapy, with an integration of evidence-based practices including DBT, CBT, and mindfulness. She helps clients explore the connections between their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and personal history, while also building tangible skills to regulate emotions, improve self-awareness, and respond more flexibly to life’s challenges. Her work is shaped by a deep respect for the complexity of being human, and a commitment to creating a space where clients can feel safe, seen, and empowered.
Cecilia has experience supporting adults from diverse backgrounds and identities, including those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and overwhelming emotional stress. In her clinical training, she provided individual therapy focused on emotional regulation, building inner resilience, and developing meaningful coping strategies.
Cecilia earned her Master’s in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness from New York University and her Bachelor’s in Psychology from SUNY Purchase. Her academic and clinical foundation is matched by an intuitive, human-centered approach that honors each client’s lived experience. She sees therapy as a process of coming home to yourself, with warmth, intention, and self-trust leading the way.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- New York University, Master's in Counseling
- Purchase College (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1427931674
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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Great experience. I felt comfortable. She listened & I felt heard.
March 27, 2026Yvette V.Verified patientVideo visit
I had a great session with Cecilia . I felt very comfortable talking with her . She validated my feelings and she listened. I looking forward to having more sessions . Overall I am happy with the office staff as they responded right away when I made an appointment on Zoc Doc.
December 5, 2025Tanesha J.Verified patientVideo visit
? I would highly recommend!
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What practice does Cecilia Russo work with?
Cecilia Russo works with Manhattan Mental Health Counseling.
What are common reasons for patients to see Cecilia Russo?
Cecilia Russo frequently sees patients for Depression, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Cecilia Russo on their profile.
What languages does Cecilia Russo speak?
Cecilia Russo speaks English.
How do patients rate Cecilia Russo in reviews?
8 patients have reviewed Cecilia Russo. 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.