What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
4.95
Bedside manner
4.95
“Working with Keven is hands down one of the greatest strokes of luck I've ever had. I'm not sure I really understood what I needed help with when I first started seeing her, save for knowing that what I was capable of on my own just wasn't going to cut it anymore. In retrospect I suspect she saw it all pretty quickly, and then patiently let me arrive at it in my own time. Thus began a 4-year journey of self understanding under Keven's gentle guidance, which has always moved at exactly the pace I have needed it to. My relationships (read: boundaries) with my family, my friends, my boss, my past trauma have been truly transformed, and my life is now fundamentally better. Keven's become a household name among my inner circle, and a punctuation mark for me every week - "what did Kev have to say about that?" "I can't tonight, I'm seeing Keven!" The only downside is she'll probably ruin any interest in therapy with someone else in the future. She's also mad stylish.”
Kathryn C.More than 1 year ago
“Although I couldn’t keep the appointment because of unexpected crisis , the provider spoke with me on the phone for over 15-20 minutes and was absolutely amazing!! She was direct, intuitive, and comforting. Although this was our first conversation and she had no info about me, she got straight to the heart of the matter and gave me wonderful clear emergent advice. I would definitely book appointment with provider.”
Mary J.February 16, 2023
About Keven Duffy
Focus areas
Analytical Therapy / Psychoanalysis
Personality Disorder
Worry
Anxiety
Psychotherapy
Couples Therapy
Stress
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Family / Marital
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Gottman Method
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Interpersonal
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Keven Duffy
Please note! I am an out-of-network provider.
When coming to a therapist for help, sometimes you are clear on your conflict or issue. Other times, it's more a vague feeling of unease-that your life isn't going as it should. My empathic and attuned psychoanalytic approach is geared toward both experiences. Some of my areas of expertise include anxiety, identity, interpersonal issues, and narcissism-including adult children of narcissists. I am very open, non-judgmental, and inquiry-based. I'm here to help you find a solution. The goal is to discover a more meaningful and satisfying way of living.
With a background in addiction disorders, I find that many problems arise from unresolved issues. My work has provided me with experience in grief, trauma, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship issues that often accompany these challenges. I am certified in both Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples.
I also have a background as an executive and am attuned to high-stress work issues that can affect all aspects of life. My experience in high-intensity work situations gives me a shorthand for understanding how to navigate office politics and manage the expectations of self and others.
I hold a Master's in Clinical Social Work from New York University and a Certificate in Intensive Psychoanalytic Training and Psychotherapy from the William Alanson White Institute. Additionally, I completed specialized training in Eating Disorders, Compulsions, and Addictions at the William Alanson White Institute of Psychiatry, Psychoanalysis, and Psychology.
I have a 48-hour cancellation policy and bill once a month.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $475 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $450 for 45 minutes
Office location
Keven Duffy, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- New York University, Master's in Clinical Social Work
- William Alanson White Institute, Certificate in Intensive Psychoanalytic Training and Psychotherapy
- William Alanson White Institute of Psychiatry, Psychoanalysis and Psychology - Eating Disorders, Compulsions and Addictions RECAST.
Professional memberships
- National Association of Social Workers
- American Association for Psychoanalysis in Clinical Social Work
Awards and publications
- Psychology Today Blog: The Subplot
NPI number
1265814115
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.95
Bedside manner
4.95
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Working with Keven is hands down one of the greatest strokes of luck I've ever had. I'm not sure I really understood what I needed help with when I first started seeing her, save for knowing that what I was capable of on my own just wasn't going to cut it anymore. In retrospect I suspect she saw it all pretty quickly, and then patiently let me arrive at it in my own time. Thus began a 4-year journey of self understanding under Keven's gentle guidance, which has always moved at exactly the pace I have needed it to. My relationships (read: boundaries) with my family, my friends, my boss, my past trauma have been truly transformed, and my life is now fundamentally better. Keven's become a household name among my inner circle, and a punctuation mark for me every week - "what did Kev have to say about that?" "I can't tonight, I'm seeing Keven!" The only downside is she'll probably ruin any interest in therapy with someone else in the future. She's also mad stylish.
More than 1 year agoKathryn C.Verified patient
Although I couldn’t keep the appointment because of unexpected crisis , the provider spoke with me on the phone for over 15-20 minutes and was absolutely amazing!! She was direct, intuitive, and comforting. Although this was our first conversation and she had no info about me, she got straight to the heart of the matter and gave me wonderful clear emergent advice. I would definitely book appointment with provider.
February 16, 2023Mary J.Verified patient
Keven is keenly insightful and delivers powerful feedback and guidance with clarity, passion and empathy. Specific phrases she used in our sessions have stuck with me years after therapy and continue to help me think both positively and critically. She helped me realize who and what were holding me back so that I could believe in myself and succeed in reaching my goals.
February 1, 2022Sarah W.Verified patient
I have seen Keven for two years now and have found substantial positive changes in life with her help. After each session I feel rejuvenated and fresh for a strong week ahead. We've covered topics ranging from body, sex, career, to family. I look forward to each session where we approach these topics casually and with no pressure. The growth I've experienced with Keven has truly changed my life for the better and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for support and positive change.
More than 1 year agoSamantha A.Verified patient
Very easy to talk to and work with
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
I have been seeing Keven for over a year now, and my time working with her has helped me in ways that are immeasurable. I found her during a time when I didn't know what was wrong, but just that I was sick of feeling plagued by my negative emotions and self-destructive patterns. I had seen therapists in the past, but never really "clicked" with one before. Keven is non-judgmental and gentle, but she knows always knows when to dig deeper, even if I'm avoiding it at my own expense. She has taught me coping mechanisms that I've never been able to implement before, and as a young adult in my early twenties, she has been able to guide me through the start of my career and navigate difficult relationships through the lens of building my self-esteem and personal agency. I am so thankful to have found Keven, and I truly feel that I would not be where I am now if I had not. I look forward to our appointments every week, and I cannot recommend her enough.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
There probably isn’t a way to discuss the ways in which Keven Duffy’s care as a therapist have profoundly and beautifully changed my life without waxing poetic. I am a woman in my late twenties, and I first started seeing Keven 8 months ago at the behest of my psychiatrist and in spite of my deep-seated incredulity surrounding the efficacy of talk therapy. I sought her help because of her high levels of expertise in several things that I would need to deal with somewhat simultaneously, and I came to her feeling a hopeless lack of control over my own narrative, but also with a huge reluctance to endure the notoriously painful process of unearthing buried truths about myself or my past. Keven has taught me with the utmost delicacy not only how to peel back my own layers but also how to mercifully view what lies beneath and between them. Despite a very long history of unkindness towards myself, I am learning to befriend myself; to recognize the power of my own agency and ability to create boundless opportunities for myself. One year ago it would have been nearly impossible to convince me that I would ever be able to crawl out from under the depression I had been experiencing since early childhood, but for the first time in my life, I find myself referring to my depression in the past tense. I feel genuinely optimistic because she is teaching me how to cultivate a healthy lifestyle. She is teaching me how to recognize and break my own unhealthy patterns, but also how to implement new, healthy habits that serve me.
I truly cannot recommend Keven Duffy highly or sincerely enough.
May 4, 2020Lisa W.Verified patient
When I first started therapy, I thought if my life could just be improved by 20% then therapy would be worth it. After working with Keven for a little over a year, my life has improved in so many ways that it'd be impossible to quantify! Keven showed me that a lot of the ways I conceived of the world and my relationships with other people were fundamentally toxic and harmful to my own happiness. Issues that I thought would follow me for the rest of my life (anxiety, OCD tendencies, etc.) resolved themselves after a couple months of therapy, even though we didn't necessarily address the exact issue at hand. Keven also helped me establish boundaries with my family and my friends, which gave me the space to treat myself better and respect myself more. I assumed life was never going to get better for me, that some of the ways I thought about the world and myself could never be fixed. Therapy with Keven showed me that I do have a lot more power over myself than I thought - I have the ability to establish boundaries, build myself up, and resist toxic thoughts. I cannot recommend seeing Keven enough - our appointments are the most important hour of my week!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I've been seeing Keven for about six months, and I can't recommend her enough. I am in my mid-twenties, and Keven has helped me tremendously. I originally started seeing her to work on some difficult issues related to my job. She was very easy to talk to, and I felt comfortable with her from the start. Extremely smart and analytical, she helped me to see both myself and certain situations from a different perspective, and I am in a much better place now because of that insight. We have moved on to working on personal and family issues. At Keven's suggestion, my mom has joined us for some sessions, and that has been incredibly positive as well. Keven has helped us to tackle some uncomfortable and unpleasant issues, while always ensuring that we each felt safe and understood. While Keven is incredibly warm and compassionate, she does not hesitate to challenge me when necessary. I am so grateful to have found her, and I recommend her wholeheartedly.
April 17, 2019Initials hidden
Working with Keven was incredibly helpful and valuable for my overall well being and mental health. I came to her at a difficult time and immediately found her to be someone that listened, 'got it', and was comfortable and easy to talk to. She was professional while still being warm and casual, making it easy to develop a good rapport. Keven worked to help me learn how to think differently about things, how to manage my own thoughts and emotions, and from our time together, I can truly say my well being drastically improved and I now feel I'm better equipped with the skills to manage my mental health and well being moving forward. I would highly recommend her to anyone struggling and unsure of how to get help.
March 21, 2019Initials hidden
Keven is an incredible therapist who I would recommend to anyone looking to cope with depression, anxiety, or stressed caused by any number of factors. As a young professional adjusting to life in the city, I was a complete shell of myself during my first session with her and she listened and helped me feel so much better within just a couple of sessions.
She has a very friendly, relaxed, non-judgmental manner which makes sessions feel less like “therapy” and more like chatting with/venting a friend who has provided some invaluable advice and coping techniques that have had a visibly positive impact on my life.
Put simply, I can’t recommend Keven highly enough.
February 23, 2019Initials hidden
Keven changed the way I thought about therapy. It used to be something to dread, but after meeting with her, I was able to learn many valuable tools in coping, understanding and accepting things in my life. Keven is very easy to talk to, listens intently and you never feel 'judged', while at the same time you know she has your back and best interests in mind. I highly recommend Keven.
January 12, 2019Rebecca I.Verified patient
I have been working with Keven for 9 months and I often describe my life as “pre-Keven” and “post-Keven” because she has helped changed my life in so many positive ways. She has a relaxed, non-judgmental demeanor and has guided me through coping skills that actually work and fit with my personality. I highly recommend Keven to anyone seeking support for anxiety, depression, relationship help and work-environment stress.
December 19, 2018Sara J.Verified patient
Keven has been incredibly helpful for my marriage and myself. She’s super easy to talk to, has no judgements and I believe she genuinely wants to help people. I really can’t say enough good things. I highly recommend seeing her!
More than 1 year agoJA
Keven is warm, professional and nonjudgmental. It was my first therapy session ever and I could not haven been more at ease with Keven’s style. Looking forward to the next one.
March 15, 2018Travis L.Verified patient
I saw Keven for a year when I had insurance. She honestly saved my lie. She worked with me through difficult times and created tailored solutions that helped me live a happy and healthy lifestyle. I highly recommend her to anyone!
More than 1 year agoBK
Keven is fantastic to work with. To start, she sets up a call with you to discuss what it is you're interested in working on and to get a general sense of you to ensure it's the best fit. Afterwards, she is extremely flexible working around your schedule. She is very approachable, not judgmental and really listens. I always get a sense that she is looking at the bigger picture to best understand you as a person and help you achieve what it is you're looking for. She makes you feel comfortable and sets a great tone for each session. I have recommended her to friends and will continue to based off my experience with her.
More than 1 year agoCM
I originally started seeing Dr. Duffy after several bouts of severe anxiety. Since my first session with her, I have been feeling much better. In the past I had seen therapists who gave me techniques for reducing anxiety, but who didn't really help me understand why it was occurring in the first place. Dr. Duffy has given me a completely different experience. While she does offer advice on how to help yourself in the moment, she really takes the time to help me talk through my "triggers" and understand why my anxiety attacks occur in the first place.
I was especially drawn to Dr. Duffy when searching for a therapist because of her specialty in addiction. Addiction runs in my immediate family, so I was looking for someone who I could speak to about it that was knowledgeable. She has gone above and beyond in this regard and has helped me deal with issues that I didn't even know were impacting me.
Most importantly to me, she is a confidant and a friend. During every session, I feel as though I'm speaking with someone who genuinely takes an interest in my life, who listens and works things through with me, and someone who I overall get along with and can laugh with. I would recommend her to anyone!
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What practice does Keven Duffy work with?
Keven Duffy works with Keven Duffy LCSW PLLC.
Where is Keven Duffy's office located?
Keven Duffy has 2 office locations in New York, view full addresses on Keven Duffy's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Keven Duffy?
Keven Duffy frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Keven Duffy on their profile.
What languages does Keven Duffy speak?
Keven Duffy speaks English.
How do patients rate Keven Duffy in reviews?
25 patients have reviewed Keven Duffy. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 4.95/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.95/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.