Available for in person and telehealth appointments

Cassandra Magnussen, MSW-LP

Intro

"What if I fall? Oh, but my darling, what if you fly?” ― Erin Hanson

Mental health is something that is plaguing our world with issues from anxiety and depression to self-esteem and more. Your mental health matters and that’s where I can help. I create an environment for clients to be in a safe place to process their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. When one is struggling with their mental health, it impacts their everyday life, their functioning from day to day, and even the relationships in their lives. My passion is to help aid these individuals so that they can not only function normally and in a healthy manner in their daily lives but also assist individuals in being the best version of themselves they can be. Together, we can work on understanding these emotions, focusing on ourselves, and engaging in ways to cope and heal to make the best version of ourselves a reality.

Specialties

Anxiety, Adolescent Issues, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Children Issues, Depression, Family Conflict, Peer and Romantic Relationships, School Issues, Self Esteem Issues, Stress.

Finances

Private Pay Rate $125+

In-Network with Northwell

In-Network with Aetna

In- Network with 1199

NYSHIP and Other Insurances, Out Of Network

Qualifications

MSW License #72-P130722-01 (New York)

About Me

As a therapist, my goal is to help my clients feel safe, validated, and comfortable to explore the feelings and emotions that they struggle with. No one is comfortable sharing the vulnerable pieces with others, but being vulnerable allows healing, and this is the end goal. My work is also informed by a family-based perspective, attachment theory, and a background in creative writing, as well as teaching.​

Healing is not linear, and one size does not fit all. I hope to aid my clients in their ups, downs, and zigzags across their healing journey. This is why I believe treatment is as unique as the individual. My job is to listen and ask questions as you explore your emotions and the reasoning behind why you do the things you do, as well as to tackle the issues you are facing head-on. Together, we can work on making you the person you always dreamed of becoming.

Client Focus

Children, Preteen, Teenagers, Young Adults & Adults

Treatment Approach

CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing

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