Ilana Steinmetz, MA, MHC, NY | Psychotherapist

About Ilana Steinmetz

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Gestalt

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Bisexual

Faith

Jewish

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English, French

Getting to know Ilana Steinmetz

Hi there! I work with clients navigating anxiety, life transitions, perfectionism, emotional overwhelm, and chronic illness, tailoring our work together to what matters most to you. I specialize in psychodynamic therapy, integrated with person-centered, CBT, mindfulness, DBT, and ACT approaches. Having lived with Type 1 Diabetes for over two decades, I bring both clinical training and personal understanding to conversations about chronic illness. My goal is to create a warm, collaborative space where you feel safe exploring your concerns, at whatever pace feels right for you.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Our sessions will feel more like a real conversation rather than an interview. I don't come in with a rigid script; instead, I follow what's most relevant for you at the moment. I draw primarily on a psychodynamic approach, pulling in CBT, mindfulness, DBT, ACT, or other tools when they're genuinely useful, rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all method. You can expect warmth and curiosity from me, along with honest, direct reflection. I won't rush you toward conclusions either; we'll build understanding together, at whatever pace feels right for you. There's no pressure to have things figured out before we start, and no "right" way to show up to a session.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

In our first session, I'll spend time getting to know you: what's bringing you in, relevant history, and what you're hoping therapy can offer. This will help us start shaping goals together. From there, sessions are primarily talk therapy: we'll follow what's coming up for you day to day, while I stay attuned to deeper patterns and relational themes through a psychodynamic lens. Depending on what's most helpful in the moment, I'll also bring in concrete tools to address specific symptoms or build coping strategies. I check in regularly on how therapy is going and adjust our approach as your needs shift, so the process stays collaborative rather than fixed from day one.

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Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Sol Health

Education and training

Yeshiva University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1649182635

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What practice does Ilana Steinmetz work with?

Ilana Steinmetz works with Sol Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Ilana Steinmetz?

Ilana Steinmetz frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Ilana Steinmetz on their profile.