Northwell Health Therapist in Brooklyn, NY

Crown Counseling provides Northwell Health-covered therapy in Brooklyn, NY. Our licensed therapists deliver evidence-based mental health care — both in-person and via secure telehealth across New York State — for Northwell Health members.

Does Northwell cover therapy?

Yes — Northwell Health plans cover outpatient mental health therapy including individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, family therapy, CBT, and EMDR. Crown Counseling works with Northwell Health members in Brooklyn and across New York State, both in-person and via telehealth. The average Northwell copay at Crown Counseling is $30, and 20% of our Northwell clients pay $0.

What Northwell covers at Crown Counseling

EMDR Therapy

Northwell Health covers EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy at Crown Counseling. EMDR is an evidence-based trauma therapy that helps process traumatic memories and reduce PTSD symptoms. Both in-person and telehealth EMDR sessions are covered at your standard Northwell copay.

About EMDR Therapy

CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

Northwell Health covers CBT at Crown Counseling. CBT is a goal-oriented, evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, OCD, and insomnia that helps you identify and change unhelpful thought patterns.

About CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

Couples Therapy

Most Northwell Health plans cover couples and relationship counseling at Crown Counseling. Our couples therapists help partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and navigate transitions — in Brooklyn or via telehealth.

About Couples Therapy

Family Therapy

Northwell covers family therapy at Crown Counseling. We help families address dynamics, communication challenges, parent-child conflicts, and blended family adjustments.

About Family Therapy

Services covered

Coverage details

In-network

Crown Counseling works with Northwell Health members for outpatient mental health services, offering lower out-of-pocket costs and direct billing. Most plans cover individual, couples, and family therapy.

Out-of-network

If your Northwell plan is out-of-network, we can provide a superbill for reimbursement. Contact us to understand your specific benefits.

How to verify your benefits

  1. 1

    Call the member services number on the back of your Northwell Health insurance card

  2. 2

    Ask about your outpatient mental/behavioral health benefits

  3. 3

    Confirm Crown Counseling is in-network (we can provide our NPI)

  4. 4

    Ask about your copay, deductible, and any session limits

  5. 5

    Call Crown Counseling at (718) 208-4780 — we can verify benefits for you

Why Crown Counseling

  • Works with Northwell Health members — affordable, accessible care
  • Licensed therapists experienced in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships
  • Convenient Brooklyn location with flexible scheduling
  • Secure telehealth available across New York State
  • We handle insurance verification and billing for you

Getting started

Step 1

1. Initial Phone Consultation

Call us at (718) 208-4780 for a brief consultation about your needs and concerns.

Step 2

2. Insurance Verification

Our team verifies your Northwell Health coverage and explains your copay and benefits.

Step 3

3. Get Matched

We match you with the right therapist based on your needs, preferences, and availability.

Step 4

4. Book Your First Session

Schedule your first appointment — in-person at our Brooklyn office or via telehealth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Northwell Health cover therapy?

Yes. Northwell Health plans cover outpatient mental health therapy including individual, couples, and family sessions, as well as CBT and EMDR. Crown Counseling works with Northwell members in Brooklyn and across NY State.

What is my copay with Northwell Health at Crown Counseling?

The average Northwell copay at Crown Counseling is $30 per session, and 20% of our Northwell clients have a $0 copay. We'll verify your exact benefits before your first session.

Does Northwell cover EMDR therapy?

Yes. Northwell Health covers EMDR therapy at Crown Counseling. You pay your standard copay — typically $30 or less — for both in-person and telehealth EMDR sessions.

Does Northwell cover telehealth therapy?

Yes. Northwell Health covers telehealth therapy with the same benefits as in-person visits. We offer secure HIPAA-compliant video sessions across New York State.

Do I need a referral for therapy with Northwell?

Most Northwell plans do not require a referral for outpatient mental health services, though some HMO plans may. Check your plan or let us verify for you.

Does Northwell cover couples therapy?

Most Northwell plans cover couples counseling. Coverage can vary by plan, so we recommend verifying benefits in advance — we can help.

Can children receive therapy with Northwell coverage?

Yes. Children under 18 can receive therapy with parent or guardian consent. We offer CBT, play therapy, and other child-appropriate modalities.

Ready to start?

Send us your Northwell details and we will confirm what you actually owe before your first session, then match you with a therapist. No one is asked to guess at a copay.

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The team you would be joining

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Chaya Feldman headshotChaya FeldmanLicensed Clinical Social WorkerShulim Goldring headshotShulim GoldringPsyDBassya Pinson, Psy.D. headshotBassya Pinson, Psy.D.Licensed PsychologistDr. Elka Jacobs-Pinson headshotDr. Elka Jacobs-PinsonDoctor of Psychology and Clinical DirectorSimcha Yafeh headshotSimcha YafehLicensed Master Social WorkerJonathan Newman headshotJonathan NewmanLicensed Master Social WorkerCara Goldsmith headshotCara GoldsmithLicensed Mental Health CounselorEsther Aronow headshotEsther AronowClient Care CoordinatorMoshe Delerb headshotMoshe DelerbLicensed Master Social WorkerSarie Korf headshotSarie KorfLicensed Master Social WorkerChaya Mermerstein headshotChaya MermersteinLicensed Clinical Social Worker & Clinical SupervisorLea Zajac-Osdoba headshotLea Zajac-OsdobaPsychotherapistEfrat Shoshan headshotEfrat ShoshanLicensed Master Social WorkerGavriel Velenski headshotGavriel VelenskiMental Health CounselorShmuel Kesselman headshotShmuel KesselmanMental Health Counselor & Operations CoordinatorRacheli Solomon headshotRacheli SolomonLicensed Master Social WorkerJudy Leventhal headshotJudy LeventhalLicensed Master Social WorkerHannah Kraus headshotHannah KrausLicensed Master Social WorkerFaye Wilbur headshotFaye WilburLicensed Clinical Social Worker & Clinical SupervisorChanah Faygen headshotChanah FaygenLicensed Master Social WorkerBen Shannon headshotBen ShannonLicensed Clinical Social WorkerRikal Kahanov headshotRikal KahanovLicensed Master Social WorkerJacqueline Mizrachi headshotJacqueline MizrachiLicensed Master Social WorkerJennifer Aghavian headshotJennifer AghavianLicensed Master Social WorkerChani Engel headshotChani EngelOffice ManagerAlexa Goldfeder headshotAlexa GoldfederLicensed Master Social WorkerJonathan Green headshotJonathan GreenLicensed Mental Health CounselorRikal Mangel headshotRikal MangelLicensed Master Social WorkerAliza Sklar headshotAliza SklarLicensed Master Social WorkerYekuciel Jacobs headshotYekuciel JacobsArt TherapistYehuda Sher headshotYehuda SherPsychology Doctoral ExternFraidy Steinberg headshotFraidy SteinbergLicensed Master Social WorkerSara Blum headshotSara BlumLicensed Master Social WorkerEsther Geisinsky headshotEsther GeisinskyLicensed Master Social WorkerAngela Griff Agawin headshotAngela Griff AgawinClient Services CoordinatorRachel (Cheli) Peles headshotRachel (Cheli) PelesLicensed Clinical Social Worker

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