Maria Pietruszka, LMHC, NY | Psychotherapist

About Maria Pietruszka

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Depression

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Anxiety Disorder

Existential Anxiety

Women's Mental Health Issues

Codependency

Integrative Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Feminist

Strength-Based

Integrative

Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Polish

Getting to know Maria Pietruszka

I'm Maria Pietruszka, a bilingual (English & Polish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor and CASAC-T. I hold a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University Brooklyn and a Bachelor's degree from Hunter College. With 7 years of experience, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve their personal and emotional goals. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, women's issues, substance use, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach is integrative and holistic. I focus on creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I believe in a collaborative process, working closely with you to understand your unique experiences and tailor our sessions to meet your specific needs while celebrating successes along the way. My goal is to empower you with the tools and insights necessary to overcome obstacles and build a more fulfilling life. In addition to individual therapy, I offer couples therapy for those looking to strengthen communication skills, work on physical or emotional intimacy, learn how to problem-solve as a team, or address any relationship conflict. Thank you for considering me as your partner on this journey toward well-being. I look forward to working with you and supporting you in achieving your therapeutic goals.

What should a new client know about working with you?

My style is modern and relatable. I bring levity & humor into session as I believe it is a great way to build trust and a great therapeutic relationship. This is your safe space, I want you to feel validated and understood you while you're challenged and gently pushed to make changes to better your life.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

A typical process usually starts with an intake which is me being nosey and asking a lot of questions that helps me understand what brings you to therapy in the first place. This means I get a bit of your background, what you have been experiencing and it helps me get to know you better. Of course, you share what you're comfortable sharing. From there, we can create some goals that I can help you achieve during our time together. Our weekly sessions might be structured some weeks and other weeks you might just want to reflect on your week. Most importantly, it's your session, your time, I want to make sure we are working towards your goals, I will guide you in that direction.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $180 for 60 minutes

Ongoing session: $180 for 55 minutes

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Say More Mental Health Counseling

Education and training

Long Island University Brooklyn, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
Hunter College (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1689153314

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Maria Pietruszka?

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

Is Maria Pietruszka accepting new patients?

Maria Pietruszka generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Maria Pietruszka's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Maria Pietruszka accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Maria Pietruszka online?

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What practice does Maria Pietruszka work with?

Maria Pietruszka works with Say More Mental Health Counseling.

What are common reasons for patients to see Maria Pietruszka?

Maria Pietruszka frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Maria Pietruszka on their profile.