Matthew Pieknik

Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis Matthew Pieknik LCSW PLLC / Overleaf Psychotherapy
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, LGBTQIA+, Open Relationships/Polyamory,
In network with Aetna

Introduction

We are more mysterious to ourselves than we know. But rather than explore this mystery, we tend to seek quick fixes -- diagnosis, medication, self-help, worksheets -- in order to meet the grinding demand for maximum productivity. But ignorance of the unconscious not only compromises our creativity and potential, it also results in significant pain. Our relationships suffer, our goals remain unattainable, we develop harmful habits, and we may even experience depression, anger, anxiety, and despair. Quick fixes provide temporary symptom relief, yet our deeper conflicts endure, and sometimes worsen. I work psychoanalytically to help you explore the unconscious. In a safe environment, through deep listening and asking questions, we explore your whole life, including dreams, fantasies, desires, troubling thoughts, and repetitive patterns. I assist you in speaking and feeling more freely, and support your capacity to create a fuller, more satisfying life. I affirm racial, gender, sexual, and religious diversity, and welcome anyone interested in psychoanalytic work. I also reserve a portion of my practice exclusively for working with members of the queer leather/kink/BDSM community. If this refers to you, please mention it in your introduction.

GENDER Male
PRONOUNS He/Him/His
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Groups

Communities

  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual
  • Trans & Non-Binary
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Kink/Diverse Sexualities

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Agnostic
  • Buddhist
  • Christian
  • Catholic
  • Jewish
  • Pagan
  • Islam
  • Atheist
  • Multi-Faith

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Matthew Pieknik accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna

Pay out-of-pocket

Matthew Pieknik has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

12th Street
New York, NY 10011-8563
19th Street
New York, NY 10011-4216
Want a Telehealth appointment?

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Clinical Social Work - New York University
  • Master's Degree, Literature - State University of New York at Buffalo

Professional Affiliations

  • AAPCSW
  • Apres-Coup

FAQ

Is Matthew Pieknik accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Matthew Pieknik is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Matthew Pieknik also offers a free consultation.
Does Matthew Pieknik offer telehealth appointments? Matthew Pieknik does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Matthew Pieknik specialize in? Matthew Pieknik specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Couples Counseling, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Open Relationships/Polyamory, Relationship Issues, Trauma, and Kink/Diverse Sexualities.
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