Irene Syriac, LMSW

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Hi, I’m Irene! I’m passionate about creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported. Therapy is your time, and I want it to feel like a place where you can exhale and just be yourself. I work with adults and families, and I have a special focus on survivors of domestic violence and members of South Asian communities. I understand how cultural values, generational differences, and family expectations can shape your experiences, and I’m here to help you navigate those complexities with care and compassion. My approach is collaborative and flexible because therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. I draw from evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and strengths-based approaches. That means we’ll work together to explore what’s been weighing you down, process difficult emotions, and build practical tools that actually work for your life. Working with me feels like having a teammate in your corner. I’m warm, down-to-earth, and not afraid to sprinkle in a little humor when it helps. I’ll support you, challenge you when needed, and celebrate every bit of progress along the way. Whether you’re healing from past trauma, managing stress, or trying to better understand yourself, my goal is to help you feel empowered and hopeful about your future.

About Irene's practice

Availability

Weekends 9am - 5pm

Weekdays After 5pm

Weekdays 9am - 5pm

Fee

$$

Sliding scale

Style

Directive

Reflective

Method

In-person available: No

Virtual available: Yes

Expertise

Social Justice

LGBTQIA-Related Stress

Domestic Violence

Divorce

Depression

Dating

Cultural Competence

Anxiety

Insurance

Optum

Anthem

UMR

Evernorth Behavioral Health

United / Oxford

Blue Cross Blue Shield BCBS

Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)

Aetna

Cigna

State

NY

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