Last edited 04/08/2025
Summer HoodLMHC
LMHC
She / Her / Hers
Accepting New Clients
In Person in New York
Online in New York
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWomanBlack/African AmericanBIPOCImmigrant / 1st Generation American
Get To Know Me
What does a first session with you look like?
In our first session, you can expect a safe, supportive, and open space where we’ll begin to explore what brought you to therapy and set the groundwork for the journey ahead. As your therapist, I commit to sitting in the passenger seat as you drive through life. You’re in control, and my role is to offer guidance, support, and help you navigate the obstacles you encounter along the way.
What is your style/approach to therapy?
In our work together, I use curiosity as a tool to explore your story, helping you gain deeper insight into yourself and your emotions. I believe that curiosity opens the door to self-discovery, and together, we can create a path to healing and growth that feels right for you.
Learn more about my:
Location
Online Therapy
Details of my office at 39 W 32nd Street, Suite 1103-4, New York, NY
Specialties
Specializes in
AnxietyRelationship IssuesSelf-EsteemAttachment issuesLife transitions
General Expertise
DepressionLoss/GriefSexuality Based IssuesCollege & graduate student issuesTraumaPeer RelationshipsBurnout
Treatment Approaches
Culturally Sensitive TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Psychodynamic TherapyRelational Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Seniors (65+)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
AetnaAnthemBlue Cross Blue ShieldUnitedHealthCare (UHC)OptumOscar HealthOxford Health Plans
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
| Individual Therapy: | $175 |
Professional Background
LicensureNew York, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, 015051
Education
CUNY Baruch College, Master of Arts, Mental Health Counseling, 2022
New York University, Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology, 2020
Work HistoryI’ve had the honor of working with a wide range of clients, each with their own unique experiences, across various settings. I completed my graduate internship at Love and Kindness Wellness Services, where I trained in Indigenous Tools for Living, an approach focused on considering the whole person, including their intergenerational ways of knowing and being, when assisting clients on their journey of personal development and creating a strong connection to their sense of purpose and meaning. When utilizing Indigenous Tools for Living, I am committed to healing complex trauma while bringing the core values of various communities and their traditions to the room. My background also includes working with children in the New York City public school setting in addition to older adults who have experienced challenges associated with aging in Upper Manhattan.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Summer Hood, LMHC, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Summer Hood accepting new clients?
Yes, Summer Hood is accepting new clients for online therapy in New York and in-person appointments at 39 W 32nd Street, Suite 1103-4, New York, NY, 10001.
Does Summer Hood accept insurance?
Yes, Summer Hood accepts insurance, including Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Optum, Oscar Health, Oxford Health Plans and UnitedHealthCare (UHC).
What types of therapy does Summer Hood offer?
Summer Hood offers therapy for individuals.
Does Summer Hood offer in-person appointments?
Yes, Summer Hood offers in-person appointments at 39 W 32nd Street, Suite 1103-4, New York, NY, 10001.
Does Summer Hood offer online therapy?
Yes, Summer Hood offers online therapy via video sessions and phone sessions to people in New York.
How quickly can I see Summer Hood?
Summer Hood typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Summer Hood speak?
Summer Hood conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Summer Hood online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Summer Hood online using Choosing Therapy’s directory.
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