Sidney West, LMSW, NY | Psychotherapist

About Sidney West

Focus areas

Anxiety

Family Issues

Psychotherapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Life Transition

Therapy

Depression

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Young adults (18-24)

Groups

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Families

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Compassion Focused

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Sidney West

I am a licensed social worker dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered care. I work with children, teens, and families facing a variety of emotional, behavioral, and life challenges, creating a supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Through a collaborative, strengths-based approach, I help individuals and families build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and work toward meaningful personal growth. I am committed to supporting each client's overall well-being and helping them achieve lasting positive change.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

When you are ready to get started, schedule an initial assessment visit (intake) through Zocdoc. After you book an appointment, a care coordinator will reach out to review your method of payment and/or insurance number and answer any initial questions you may have before our first visit.

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In-network insurances

Aetna

BlueCross BlueShield

Cigna

200+ more in-network plans

Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $99 for 60 minutes

Ongoing session: $130 for 60 minutes

More information on payments and coverage

PM Mental Health is in-network with several insurances in NY including Aetna, Affinity by Molina, Carelon (including Empire NYSHIP and select Anthem plans), Cigna, Fidelis Care, Healthfirst, MVP, and more. Most new patients with in-network insurance pay $0 on average, for their initial assessment visit. We can provide a superbill for out-of-network clients, and offer competitive self-pay rates with a $99 new patient special for an initial assessment visit, helping you take that important first step with confidence and ease.

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

PM Mental Health

Education and training

Simmons University, Master's in Social Work
St. Bonaventure University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1386358497

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Sidney West?

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

Is Sidney West accepting new patients?

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

Does Sidney West accept my insurance?

Choose your insurance plan to verify if Sidney West is in-network.

Can I make an appointment with Sidney West online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Sidney West using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Sidney West work with?

Sidney West works with PM Mental Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Sidney West?

Sidney West frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Sidney West on their profile.