What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Today was my initial intake visit. Sydney has a warm, supportive manner. I felt comfortable with her right away.”
Less than 1 month ago
About Sydney Cunha
Focus areas
Anxiety
Life Transition
Stress Management
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Self Esteem Issues
Depression
Stress
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Humanistic
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Somatic
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Sydney Cunha
As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), I work with individuals and families navigating life across a variety of backgrounds, beliefs, and identities. I work particularly well with kids and teens (ages 5–17), college students, and adults, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, supporting them through anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, and the kind of stressful situations that can leave you feeling overwhelmed or unsure of where you belong.
My personal experience in therapy has been profoundly transformative, and it’s that firsthand understanding of what genuine, effective care feels like that drives my commitment to providing it. If you're carrying the weight of difficult emotions, searching for your sense of purpose, or trying to build more meaningful relationships and you're not sure where to start, that's okay. We'll figure it out together.
What should a new client know about working with you?
DISCLAIMER: not accepting Medicare or Medicaid plans at this time.
Before becoming a therapist, I spent four years working in community and supportive housing, where I served individuals navigating untreated and under-treated mental illness while trying to maintain stable lives.
What struck me wasn't just how much they were struggling; it was how many barriers stood between them and the real support they needed. I became a therapist because I believe mental health care isn't a luxury, it's infrastructure. And everyone deserves access to it.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I believe healing happens when you feel safe enough to be honest, messy, and to move at your own pace, even when that feels like navigating a storm you can't see through. I don't come into sessions with a script; I come with genuine curiosity about you specifically, and a warm but grounded approach built around you, not a formula. Our work together is your umbrella in the storm, the light on the horizon, and, eventually, the clearing.
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), adapting to what you need session to session. Together we'll build real insight, practical tools, and ways forward that feel sustainable and true to who you are.
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Office location
Sydney Cunha, LMSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Capella University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1902757735
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Today was my initial intake visit. Sydney has a warm, supportive manner. I felt comfortable with her right away.
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How soon can I make an appointment with Sydney Cunha?
Generally, Sydney Cunha has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Sydney Cunha's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Sydney Cunha accepting new patients?
Sydney Cunha generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Sydney Cunha's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Sydney Cunha accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Sydney Cunha online?
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What practice does Sydney Cunha work with?
Sydney Cunha works with SOL Mental Health - NY.
Where is Sydney Cunha's office located?
Sydney Cunha has 2 office locations in Melville, view full addresses on Sydney Cunha's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Sydney Cunha?
Sydney Cunha frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Sydney Cunha on their profile.
What languages does Sydney Cunha speak?
Sydney Cunha speaks English.