What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
About Victoria Garofalo
Focus areas
Adult Psychotherapy
Confidence Issues
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Anxiety
Depression
Stress Management
Childhood Trauma
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Families
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Victoria Garofalo
I have helped countless individuals overcome difficulties that have prevented them from enjoying their lives. I am truly fulfilled by this work and am grateful for every opportunity I am given to make an impact. I utilize a mix of humor and empathy in sessions and aim to empower my clients. I am licensed in NY and NJ with 17 years of experience helping adults and adolescents with depression, anxiety, phobias, OCD, trauma, addiction, motivation, and bipolar disorder, among other conditions. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University. Please note that I currently don't accept Medicaid or Medicare plans; I apologize for any inconvenience.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I utilize evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Treatment, Motivational Interviewing, and Behavioral Activation to assist clients with learning the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behavior, as well as to learn and use effective coping strategies. I like to take the client's lead as to whether they prefer a more passive, listening approach or if they want to set and achieve goals. I can assign weekly tasks to achieve goals or take a less active approach.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I fully believe that the therapeutic process relies on a good fit between the therapist and the client, and I support the client's right to search for the best therapist for them. In order to help in this process, when you book with me, I will reach out to you via email to connect prior to the scheduled appointment. This can be a brief 15-minute phone call, free of charge, or via email messaging if a call can't be arranged. This is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and decide if we want to proceed with the scheduled 1-hour appointment.
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In-network insurances
Aetna
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $140 for 45 minutes
Ongoing session: $120 for 45 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
Just a note that I currently do not accept Medicare or Medicaid plans, I apologize for any inconvenience. Also, I use a platform called Headway to manage my billing and admin work so I can place all of my focus on our work together. Headway manages everything related to payments and insurance to make things as easy as possible for you. Once you book with me, the Headway team will reach out via email to help you set up your account and add your insurance and payment details. You’ll see your cost/session ahead of time and can check your benefits any time there.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Fordham University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1063679223
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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January 3, 2023Catherine N.Verified patientVideo visit
How soon can I make an appointment with Victoria Garofalo?
Generally, Victoria Garofalo has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Victoria Garofalo's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Victoria Garofalo accepting new patients?
Victoria Garofalo generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Victoria Garofalo's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Victoria Garofalo accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Victoria Garofalo online?
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What practice does Victoria Garofalo work with?
Victoria Garofalo works with Victoria Garofalo, LCSW.
What are common reasons for patients to see Victoria Garofalo?
Victoria Garofalo frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Victoria Garofalo on their profile.
What languages does Victoria Garofalo speak?
Victoria Garofalo speaks English.
How do patients rate Victoria Garofalo in reviews?
1 patients have reviewed Victoria Garofalo. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.