Dorothea E Crites, LMFT, MDiv, New York, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“Super positive and helpful session for my wife and I, will be continuing our time with her. Great listener and very intuitive with her questions. ”

Initials hiddenJuly 2, 2025

About Dorothea E Crites

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling

Family Systems

EMDR

Feminist

Family / Marital

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dorothea E Crites

I am a spiritually oriented psychotherapist, a Pastoral Psychotherapist. I treat symptoms like depression, anxiety, marriage and family problems thoroughly and effectively. But I don’t stop there! In a caring therapy relationship, we work together to help you become more fully alive, most fully the person you were meant to be. I have worked as a psychotherapist in New York City for over twenty years, helping people with a wide variety of problems, but I have developed a few areas of specialization. I specialize in helping people with anxiety disorders, from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), phobias and panic attacks, to milder anxieties- about performing or connecting socially. Not only are these disorders very treatable and clients get a lot of relief, but the process of moving beyond these anxieties is very meaningful for many clients. Another specialization is helping women making life choices, putting together the unique combination of professional and family life that truly fits that unique woman. As a married woman and mother in New York City, I am deeply familiar with realities of family life in the city- like navigating the school system, for example. As a pastoral psychotherapist I am a specialist in spiritual and religious issues and can work with you to sort out problems like feeling angry when you have been taught you should forgive, or discerning what God is calling you to do in a particular situation. I always respect your faith or tradition or if you have no particular faith or religious tradition you identify with. Clients come to me from many different cultures and racial backgrounds. I’ve had quite a lot of experience with Korean American couples and individuals, for example. I enjoy learning about cultures that are new to me- one of the benefits of New York life! While I work to learn as much as I can about a culture different from my own, I will also ask you questions and tell you when I do not know something from your culture.

What should a new client know about working with you?

In our sessions, we get to those deep issues and blocks but also learn skills in stress reduction, mindfulness, relating to others and risk taking, for some examples. I use EMDR for your traumas or fixed blocks. I believe therapy must be warm, caring and open- while also clinicaally thorough and effectivr. You will leave sessions with hope, understanding and willingness to take new steps.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

In order to build a therapy relationship that will be truly helpful to you, after hearing about what brings you to therapy, we take a thorough history. Then we talk through both your struggles and pain, but also your strengths and inner resources. I support, guide and inform you in taking manageable steps toward the goals you have, and toward greater fulfillment and happiness as the unique person you are.

Is this doctor in your insurance network?

Enter your insurance carrier and plan

choose insurance

In-network insurances

Aetna

BlueCross BlueShield

Cigna

UnitedHealthcare

200+ more in-network plans

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Office location

Dorothea E Crites, LMFT, MDiv also offers online video visits for patients

Soul-care

106 E 86th, Third Floor, New York, NY 10028

Get directions

Education and background

Practice names

Soul-care

Education and training

Union Theological Seminary, Master's in Divinity
Blanton Peale Institute (Residency)

NPI number

1922216134

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

Your trust is our top concern, so providers can't pay to alter or remove reviews. We also don't publish reviews that contain any private patient health information. Learn more here

3 reviews

Most relevant

Super positive and helpful session for my wife and I, will be continuing our time with her. Great listener and very intuitive with her questions.

July 2, 2025Initials hidden

Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden

Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dorothea E Crites?

Generally, Dorothea E Crites has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dorothea E Crites's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dorothea E Crites accepting new patients?

Dorothea E Crites generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dorothea E Crites's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dorothea E Crites accept my insurance?

Choose your insurance plan to verify if Dorothea E Crites is in-network.

Can I make an appointment with Dorothea E Crites online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dorothea E Crites using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Dorothea E Crites work with?

Dorothea E Crites works with Soul-care.

Where is Dorothea E Crites's office located?

Dorothea E Crites has 2 office locations, including in New York and Bronx, view full addresses on Dorothea E Crites's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dorothea E Crites?

Dorothea E Crites frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dorothea E Crites on their profile.

What languages does Dorothea E Crites speak?

Dorothea E Crites speaks English.

How do patients rate Dorothea E Crites in reviews?

3 patients have reviewed Dorothea E Crites. 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.