What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.78
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.90
“This was my first therapy appointment, but Irina seemed attentive and helpful so I look forward to future sessions. ”
Initials hiddenMore than 1 year agoVideo visit
“My family used to attend family therapy session with Irina and it was very helpful for us to improve communication, establish boundaries and improve overall. We highly recommend Irina.”
KRMore than 1 year ago
About Irina Simidchieva
Focus areas
Analytical Therapy / Psychoanalysis
Life Transition
Relationship Struggles
Anxiety
Mental Illness
Attachment Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Groups
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Family Systems
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Exposure Response Prevention
Psychoanalytic
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
Bulgarian, English
Getting to know Irina Simidchieva
Irina Simidchieva is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and Psychoanalyst licensed to practice in New York State, with training from both Europe and the United States. She holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from New Bulgarian University. Her diverse education and experience have equipped her to utilize a variety of methods, models, and modalities. In her clinical work, she employs a creative, eclectic contemporary approach tailored to each individual’s needs, always grounded in an integrative psychodynamic perspective.
Irina has worked with diverse populations across all age groups. Early in her career, she cared for some of the most vulnerable, underserved, and marginalized individuals in New York City, including those at risk and living with mental illness. Her experience in a busy NYC clinic before starting private practice allowed her to work with patients across all levels of functioning and a wide range of mental health conditions, including trauma and PTSD, anxiety and depression, psychosis and serious mental illness, developmental disorders, addictions, and eating disorders.
Her post-graduate training in psychoanalysis at the Manhattan Institute for Psychoanalysis has further advanced her therapeutic expertise. She currently specializes in relational psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. Irina sees adults and children ages 0-5 and works with individuals, couples, families, and groups.
What should a new client know about working with you?
*I work with therapists, both in therapy and supervision.
*I currently accept
Mount Sinai UMR In-Network (Choice Plan)
Mount Sinai UMR In-Network (HDHP)
Mount Sinai UMR In-Network (Traditional)
*Please note that this practice has a cancellation fee policy. Insurance companies do not cover cancelation fees. The patient is responsible for paying a cancelation fee if cancels an appointment regardless of the time in advance canceled.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
In her clinical work, Irina utilizes a creative, eclectic contemporary approach depending on the individual patient and their needs; but she always approaches the clinical work from an integrative/psychodynamic perspective.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $300 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $185-300 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
- Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront
More information on payments and coverage
Some insurance companies have out-of-network benefits. This means that the patient pays for the session, and then, the insurance company reimburses the patient for that session. In order to find out if your plan has out-of-network benefits, you should call and check with your insurance company. We work successfully with many insurances that cover the treatment on an out-of-network basis. If needed, we cooperate with filling the claim.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- New Bulgarian University, Master's in Social Work
Professional memberships
- American Psychoanalytic Association
Awards and publications
- Manhattan Institute for Psychoanalysis
NPI number
1558890988
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.78
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.90
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This was my first therapy appointment, but Irina seemed attentive and helpful so I look forward to future sessions.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
First session went amazing, she listens and is very understanding.
April 25, 2023Michelle J.Verified patientVideo visit
Super friendly, and easy to talk with. She's been very helpful
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Very compassionate and easy to talk therapist. I recomend her.
More than 1 year agoII
My family used to attend family therapy session with Irina and it was very helpful for us to improve communication, establish boundaries and improve overall. We highly recommend Irina.
More than 1 year agoKR
I enjoy my work with Irina. I feel I was able to explore thoughts, and feelings while being fully supported. Therapy has helped me gain understating of certain patterns of behaviors. Irina is compassionate and warm and I find my work with her helping me manage stressors.
More than 1 year agoDN
What I like in Irina's approach is that she focuses on the therapeutic relationships, she shows empathy and respect. She is culturally sensitive and created atmosphere of trust. I am very happy with my work with her.
More than 1 year agoBB
The sessions always start on time, there is litterally no waiting time. Irina is always there to listen with empathy and understanding. She is fully present with me and I feel supported and understood.
More than 1 year agoJK
I have been dealing with some symptoms and my therapy with Irina has helped me a great deal cope with them. I find therapy helping me manage daily stressors and anxiety. I highly recommend Irina.
More than 1 year agoCS
Irina was extremely attentive, patient and carefully listening to everything I was saying. I felt in a safe place where I could confidentially share all my issues and get professional help.
More than 1 year agoRJ
Irina is an empathetic therapist who knows how to listen. I appreciate my work with her which has helped me gain more insight on me and to cope with anxiety.
More than 1 year agoTF
I has been very hard for me find a therapist who works psychodynamically and accept my insurance but I was lucky to find Irina. She showed a lot of compassion and made me feel safe and comfortable.
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What practice does Irina Simidchieva work with?
Irina Simidchieva works with Irina Simidchieva LCSW.
What are common reasons for patients to see Irina Simidchieva?
Irina Simidchieva frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Irina Simidchieva on their profile.
What languages does Irina Simidchieva speak?
Irina Simidchieva speaks English and Bulgarian.
How do patients rate Irina Simidchieva in reviews?
27 patients have reviewed Irina Simidchieva. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.78/5. They have a 4.9/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.