Ammari Amani Edwards

Welcome—I'm so glad you're here. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to providing a warm, affirming, and collaborative space where clients can explore life’s challenges with curiosity and compassion. I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, burnout, stress, self-esteem, and emotional overwhelm. I am especially passionate about supporting individuals who are healing from difficult life experiences, strengthening their relationships, and learning to live more authentically. As an NYU-trained therapist with over 12 years of experience, I bring a grounded, compassionate presence to my work. As a Millennial Afro-Latina therapist and mother, I also integrate cultural awareness, lived experience, and deep respect for identity, family systems, and resilience into the therapeutic process. My Approach My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and holistic, grounded in the belief that healing happens through authentic connection, insight, and intentional growth. I strive to create a space where clients feel seen, heard, and accepted while also being gently supported to shift patterns that no longer serve them. I integrate evidence-based modalities including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Mindfulness-based practices Psychodynamic therapy Somatic awareness Trauma-informed care This integrative approach allows me to tailor treatment to each client’s unique experiences, values, and goals while supporting both emotional processing and practical skill-building. What I Help With I specialize in working with adults experiencing: ✔ Anxiety & depression ✔ Trauma & PTSD recovery ✔ Suicidal thoughts & substance use concerns ✔ Identity exploration & life transitions ✔ Relationship challenges & attachment patterns ✔ Parenthood stress & caregiver burnout Therapeutic Focus As a culturally responsive therapist, I recognize the impact of identity, culture, family systems, and systemic experiences on mental health. Together, we explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck, while building emotional regulation, communication skills, and self-understanding. My goal is to support you in cultivating resilience, deepening self-compassion, and building more fulfilling relationships—with yourself and others. Clients often describe my style as compassionate, genuine, insightful, and engaging, noting my ability to balance emotional support with practical tools that create meaningful change. Fees Individual Sessions: $80 Couples Sessions: $100 Sliding scale available (limited spots) Office Hours Monday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday – Friday: CLOSED Saturday – Sunday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM Insurance & Platforms I am in-network through Headway, Alma, and Grow Therapy and also accept private pay. Accepted Insurance & Plans Because insurance participation can vary by platform and specific plan, the following reflects the plans currently available through my different platforms: Alma Aetna Cigna Optum Carelon Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (formerly Empire) Grow Therapy Aetna Aetna Medicare AmeriHealth Administrators AmeriHealth Administrators Medicare Anthem Anthem Medicare Cigna Humana Medicare Cash / Private Pay EAP Programs through Grow Therapy Amazon Benefits EAP Cigna EAP UAW/UMass Benefits EAP GTEB Headway Providence Health Plan Oxford (Optum) Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York Highmark Blue Shield of Northeastern New York Oscar (Optum) UnitedHealthcare (Optum) Cigna Aetna EAP Programs I also participate in select Employee Assistance Programs, including: Resources for Living EAP Optum Emotional Wellbeing Solutions (EWS) Cigna EAP / Confide Enhanced EAP Amazon Benefits EAP Other EAP programs available through participating platforms Other Payment Options Self-pay / private pay Sliding scale options when available Select Medicare plans through participating platforms, where applicable Insurance note: Insurance eligibility, benefits, deductibles, copays, coinsurance, and coverage can vary based on your specific plan, employer, location, and behavioral health benefits. Please verify your specific plan's mental health coverage before beginning services. Platform participation does not guarantee that every plan under an insurance carrier is covered. Locations & Sessions 📍 Serving clients in New York 💻 Virtual sessions via HIPAA-compliant platforms 📞 Phone: 201-500-8795 📧 Email: ammari.amani.edwards@gmail.com Book a Consultation 🌿 https://ammari-amani-edwards-lcsw-nyc-est2024.clientsecure.me Professional Profiles Psychology Today https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1297444 Headway https://care.headway.co/providers/ammari-edwards Alma https://secure.helloalma.com/providers/ammari-edwards/ BetterHelp https://www.betterhelp.com/ammari-edwards/ Grow Therapy https://growtherapy.com/provider/2xuekdci7o9b/ammari-amani-edwards Therapy for Black Girls https://providers.therapyforblackgirls.com/listing/ammari-amani-edwards/ Open Path Collective https://openpathcollective.org/clinicians/ammari-edwards/ ZocDoc https://www.zocdoc.com/professional/ammari-edwards-lcsw-697853 LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/ammari-amani-edwards-1bb06498 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ammari.amani.edwards_lcsw/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMQ6e7EqtJaYhScqYtvCXvw