At TaimaCounsels, we recognize the significance of providing a safe space for clients. Both virtual and in-person sessions are equally valuable. We offer services in person and remotely to all potential clients within the tri-state area. Our office is located in Midtown Manhattan, NY. We’re walking distance from Rockefeller Station, Grand Central LIRR Station and Times Square.

We understanding the importance of feeling supported throughout this process and guarantee our commitment to effectively address all your emotional and mental health needs on either platform. Remote mental health sessions can be just as effective as in-person treatment for several reasons. They offer flexibility, allowing clients to engage in therapy from the comfort of their own space, which can reduce anxiety and encourage openness. Additionally, virtual sessions eliminate the need for travel, saving time and making it easier for clients to prioritize their mental health. We’re equipped to utilize technology to create a meaningful and supportive experience, ensuring that clients receive the same level of care regardless of the format and confidentially.

Each client is the expert of their own life & equipped with unique strengths that can empower them to navigate and overcome obstacles they encounter. By fostering a therapeutic environment infused with compassion, humor, and a gentle touch, we embrace an integrative approach to therapy.

 Our methodology incorporates a variety of treatment modalities and evidence-based practices tailored to meet individual needs. These modalities include Functional Family Therapy (FFT), which focuses on improving family dynamics. Solution-Focused Therapy, that emphasizes finding quick solutions to current issues. Narrative Therapy, which encourages clients to reshape their personal stories; and most significantly within treatment sessions, our clinicians utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). CBT helps individuals identify and modify negative thought patterns. This approach is heavily used for clients who are struggling with Anxiety and Depression/Depressive thoughts.

 Together, these approaches create a holistic framework designed to support clients in their journey toward healing and personal growth.

At Taima M. Elliott Counseling Service, we recognize the importance of a supportive and structured approach to counseling. Our individual and family sessions are designed to last between 45 to 60 minutes, allowing for meaningful engagement.

In the first session, we will conduct a thorough biopsychosocial assessment that play a crucial role in identifying your unique goals and objectives related to the challenges you face. This assessment not only sheds light on how your early experiences and current circumstances influence your perspective but also fosters a collaborative understanding between you and your therapist.

Moving forward, each session will be tailored to guide you closer to your goals through insightful discussions centered on enhancing awareness, boosting motivation, implementing effective behavioral strategies, and ensuring the long-term maintenance of positive changes. Together, we will work towards fostering lasting growth and well-being.

Individual counseling sessions are offered specifically for young adults who are 18 years of age and older. Taima M. Elliott Counseling Service LCSW, PLLC has over 10 years of experience in providing support to this  demographic. It is important to note that Taima M. Elliott Counseling Service does not offer individual counseling sessions for adolescents or younger children, as the focus is solely on the needs and challenges faced by young adults.

 In addition to individual counseling, family sessions are also available. Family counseling sessions are an essential service that aims to address and break generational trauma that may have been passed down through families. This type of counseling provides a safe space for open dialogue and healing among family members(non-romantic). In our family counseling sessions, we welcome children aged 15 years and older, provided they are accompanied by their parents. This inclusive approach allows families to work together towards understanding and resolving their conflicts & fostering a healthier family dynamic.

TaimaCounsels, LCSW PLLC accepts insurance from a wide range of major commercial insurance companies. As an in-network provider, we offer accessible and affordable counseling services for clients who carry plans from Aetna, Aetna Medicare, United Healthcare (commercial), Optum, and Oxford Health Plan. Our dedication to supporting mental health encompasses individuals residing in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, ensuring that quality care is within reach for all those in need.