What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.43
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Hasn’t been easy for me to talk or connect with therapists in the past, and that’s why I highly recommend Vivian, for her ease, grace, and compassion. Shes an active listener and has helped me so much. Came to see her for depression, anxiety, and addiction to smoking. She managed to help in all aspects of my life beyond those. Im also a novelist and creative and she helped me get unstuck and unlock some creative energy and inspiration through many projects.”
AGLess than 6 months ago
“Vivian is a wonderful therapist. Her method and manner makes you feel comfortable, heard, and listened to. I came to her while I was struggling with depression, anxiety, and a bad break up. She helped me manage all of these things, and work past them. If you’re looking for a therapist with empathy, who is generous, thoughtful, and who asks you the right questions when dealing with a personal situation, I recommend Vivian Bader. I meant to see her for a few sessions… It’s now been years and I’m still a patient. ”
AGMore than 1 year ago
About Vivian Bader
Focus areas
Anxiety
Psychodynamic Therapy
Separation Anxiety
Codependency
Psychotherapy
Therapy
Depression
Relationship Struggles
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Psychoanalytic
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
JewishLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Vivian Bader
It's perfectly normal and expected to experience ambivalence about starting therapy. One fear is that talking about concerns will make things worse. In my experience of over 30 years, I have found that the process must feel supportive and safe. The therapeutic process will enrich a person's strengths and help them understand what they want to change. This can only be done with supportive, thoughtful listening and exploration, which will deepen insight and create opportunity for profound change. I hold a Master's in Social Work from Columbia University, which has provided me with a strong foundation to guide clients through this transformative journey.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I am analytically trained, however my approach is interactive and supportive and tailored to the patient. I enjoy working in this way and have had a great deal of success in helping patients live more fulfilled lives during my many years of practice. I explore issues with the patient and get to know their history over time. This will deepen our understanding of the current conflicts that brought them to therapy and will clear the way for positive changes to occur.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
It's helpful to hear what brings someone to therapy. It's important to get a good understanding of their concerns. It's also helpful for patients to begin subsequent sessions by talking about whatever is on their mind. I work analytically with patients to help them understand themselves and their conflicts on a deep level, however my style is interactive and warm.
Vivian Bader, LCSW-R is not in-network with any insurances
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $300 for 45 minutes
Ongoing session: $275-300 for 45 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
Unfortunately I am not taking insurance at this time, but I can provide a bill to be submitted by the patient to their insurance company.
Office locations
Vivian Bader, LCSW-R also offers online video visits for patients
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Columbia University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1235306069
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.43
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Hasn’t been easy for me to talk or connect with therapists in the past, and that’s why I highly recommend Vivian, for her ease, grace, and compassion. Shes an active listener and has helped me so much. Came to see her for depression, anxiety, and addiction to smoking. She managed to help in all aspects of my life beyond those. Im also a novelist and creative and she helped me get unstuck and unlock some creative energy and inspiration through many projects.
Less than 6 months agoAG
Vivian is a wonderful therapist. Her method and manner makes you feel comfortable, heard, and listened to. I came to her while I was struggling with depression, anxiety, and a bad break up. She helped me manage all of these things, and work past them. If you’re looking for a therapist with empathy, who is generous, thoughtful, and who asks you the right questions when dealing with a personal situation, I recommend Vivian Bader. I meant to see her for a few sessions… It’s now been years and I’m still a patient.
More than 1 year agoAG
I saw Vivian Bader for three and a half years. She's an extraordinary therapist -- warm, compassionate, empathetic and highly knowledgeable. She immediately put me at ease, and I opened up right away, sharing very intimate details about my life and the issues I was facing. But she did more than just listen. She was always very active in my therapy, engaging in conversation, offering professional opinions and making illuminating connections with what I'd said before, sometimes from months in the past. I can't recommend her highly enough!
More than 1 year agoGW
I firmly believe Vivian’s greatest strength as a therapist is that she listens and makes you feel heard. I had never been to therapy before but she has become someone who I can feel comfortable talking to about how I’m really feeling. I came to Vivian to deal with grief but she has helped me in so many other areas of my life. She approaches our sessions with compassion, empathy and even a little humor. She has become someone I feel I can trust and has helped me feel better about myself. Vivian is an experienced therapist who really cares about her patients and I would definitely recommend her to anyone seeking a better understanding of themselves.
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Is Vivian Bader accepting new patients?
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Does Vivian Bader accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Vivian Bader online?
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What practice does Vivian Bader work with?
Vivian Bader works with Vivian Bader, LCSW.
Where is Vivian Bader's office located?
Vivian Bader has 3 office locations, including in New York City and New York, view full addresses on Vivian Bader's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Vivian Bader?
Vivian Bader frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Vivian Bader on their profile.
What languages does Vivian Bader speak?
Vivian Bader speaks English.
How do patients rate Vivian Bader in reviews?
7 patients have reviewed Vivian Bader. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.43/5. 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.