Psychotherapy and Mental Health Counseling in New York | Asian & Asian American Therapists in New York
Rosie Chen, LMHC
Senior Psychotherapist and Supervisor
We accept most major commercial insurance plans, including Aetna, Wellfleet, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar Health, Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Carelon Behavioral Health, for residents of New York.
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We often find ourselves moving forward, searching for the best possible solution to every problem and doing our best to navigate whatever life puts in front of us. Yet sometimes, along the way, we begin to lose touch with ourselves. We become less certain of what we’re feeling and what we truly want. I’ve always been someone who takes time to observe and feel. Rather than rushing toward an answer, I’m more interested in understanding why something happens, where a feeling comes from, and whether even the parts of us that seem contradictory have their own reasons for being.
Our experiences growing up and the cultural backgrounds we come from shape how we see ourselves, others, and the world in different ways. I want to stand alongside you as we explore what these experiences mean to you and how they have shaped the person you are today. I hope we can slow down together and approach what feels confusing or keeps coming up in your life with curiosity rather than judgment. You don’t have to know exactly what’s wrong when you begin, or have everything figured out before coming to therapy.
My approach is warm and collaborative, with an emphasis on insight and self-exploration. I draw from psychodynamic therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you understand your present struggles and how they may connect to your past experiences, relationships, and the way you see yourself. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, self-doubt, or a period in life when you’re unsure of where to go next, we don’t have to rush toward a destination.
We can start where you are.
Top Specialties
Anxiety
Self-Identity
Romantic Relationships
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
Trauma
Expertise
Emotional Regulation
Interpersonal Relationships
Attention and Executive Functioning (ADHD)
Boundary Setting
Self-Exploration
Cultural Adjustment
Asian and Asian American Communities
Career Counseling
I Work With
Individuals
Couples
Education
Columbia University
Licensure
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) State of New York | License #018585-01
About Rosie
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Life never came with a clear instruction manual on what to do or how to do it. I’ve been someone who likes to try different things, figure out what feels right, and keep exploring. It wasn’t until I took a mental health class that I really got curious about how the mental world works for us—that’s when this path started to take shape.
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I believe therapy looks different for everyone, but with me, it usually starts by slowing down and getting curious about how you see the world—and yourself. I don’t rush to offer advice or tools right away. I rarely assign formal homework (and no worries if you don’t get to it!). Sometimes, I might gently invite you to notice things between sessions. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and warm. I work best with clients who are open to exploring, even if they’re not quite sure where to begin.
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I tend to connect best with clients who are trying to figure out how to care for themselves—not just in theory, but in real, everyday ways. I see self-compassion not as a buzzword, but as essential work we all have to do at some point. Together, we look at how to set boundaries that actually stick, be a little kinder to ourselves, and find steadiness in the middle of life’s inevitable mess.
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I don’t believe therapy always needs to be “deep” to be meaningful. Sometimes, it’s not about unraveling childhood wounds or chasing breakthroughs—but about having someone who listens, reflects, and helps you make sense of a regular Tuesday afternoon. More importantly, it’s about giving yourself that time—uninterrupted, intentional—to just be with yourself. I think therapy can be ordinary in the best way: steady, human, and quietly transformative.
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What excites me most is how the mental health field is becoming more accessible, creative, and less stigmatized. I’m particularly drawn to how therapy is showing up in everyday spaces—through art, language, and even social media. This is something I didn’t see much of in my own upbringing, and watching it slowly emerge now feels both deeply personal and full of hope. I’m excited to be part of this shift toward a more human, curious, and compassionate way of supporting one another.
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