What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
5.00
“Esther is a wonderful clinician! She’s so empathetic, understanding, and highly effective as a therapist. Cannot recommend her enough. ”
MBLess than 1 month ago
“As a past colleague of Esther's, I can confidently speak to her quality as a warm, open and impactful therapist. Esther is dedicated to learning and growing in the field and will offer a safe and comfortable space for any client who chooses to work with her.”
EBLess than 1 month ago
About Esther Choo
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Humanistic
Attachment-based
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Emotionally Focused
Integrative
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Esther Choo
I believe therapy can offer a space to slow down, make sense of your experiences, and better understand yourself. I work collaboratively with clients navigating anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, and difficult emotions. Together, we explore patterns, relationships, and experiences that may be contributing to feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected.
My style is warm, relational, and culturally sensitive, and I strive to create a space where clients feel supported, understood, and able to move toward greater authenticity, emotional awareness, and connection in their lives.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I draw from Psychodynamic Therapy, Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), somatic and trauma-informed approaches, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based practices. I integrate mind-body awareness and emotional processing to support deeper self-understanding, healing, and emotional resilience. Therapy with me is both reflective and practical: we may explore deeper patterns while also developing tools to help you navigate present-day challenges.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our work together begins with creating a space where you feel comfortable showing up as you are. I place strong value on the therapeutic relationship and strive to build trust, curiosity, and collaboration from the start.
Early sessions focus on understanding what brings you to therapy: your concerns, history, relationships, and the patterns you’ve noticed in your life. As we continue, we may deepen this exploration while also attending to what feels most important in your day-to-day experience. Over time, therapy can support increased insight, emotional awareness, and new ways of responding to challenges in relationships, work, and within yourself.
I work at a pace that feels steady and supportive, and we regularly check in to ensure therapy feels helpful and aligned with your goals.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Hunter College, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1841022712
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
5.00
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Esther is a wonderful clinician! She’s so empathetic, understanding, and highly effective as a therapist. Cannot recommend her enough.
Less than 1 month agoMB
As a past colleague of Esther's, I can confidently speak to her quality as a warm, open and impactful therapist. Esther is dedicated to learning and growing in the field and will offer a safe and comfortable space for any client who chooses to work with her.
Less than 1 month agoEB
Esther approaches her work with a high level of care and compassion. As a colleague of hers, I have witnessed the thoughtfulness and professionalism that she brings to her work, and it is clear that she cares deeply about each individual that she works with. Clients will be in good hands with Esther's commitment and flexibility!
Less than 1 month agoRC
I had the pleasure of supervising Esther during their mental health counseling internship, and I can confidently say that she demonstrated exceptional professionalism, compassion, and clinical potential throughout their training. Esther consistently approached clients with empathy, respect, and genuine curiosity. She showed a strong ability to build therapeutic rapport, maintain appropriate boundaries, and thoughtfully apply counseling theories and interventions in their work. She was receptive to feedback, eager to learn, and demonstrated a commitment to ongoing professional growth. She is a wonderful therapist!
Less than 1 month agoJF
How soon can I make an appointment with Esther Choo?
Generally, Esther Choo has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Esther Choo's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Esther Choo accepting new patients?
Esther Choo generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Esther Choo's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Esther Choo accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Esther Choo online?
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What practice does Esther Choo work with?
Esther Choo works with Relational Wellness Psychology PLLC.
What are common reasons for patients to see Esther Choo?
Esther Choo frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Esther Choo on their profile.
What languages does Esther Choo speak?
Esther Choo speaks English.
How do patients rate Esther Choo in reviews?
4 patients have reviewed Esther Choo. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.75/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.