Therapy for
Therapy for the emotional weight of chronic pain and illness
CBT-based therapy for adults coping with the mental health impact of chronic pain or a long-term health condition.
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Choose a time and send your request. It takes about 30 seconds and one short form.
4.95from 113 reviews
In-network with
- UnitedHealthcare
- Aetna
- Medicare
- Oscar Health
- Meritain Health
- Oxford Health Plans
- Cigna
- Optum
- Highmark BCBS WNY
- Univera Healthcare
- MagnaCare
- Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Industry-leading, structured care
Progress measured monthly, not guessed at
We respond within one business day
Every clinician state-licensed
Why MindView
Most therapy for Chronic Pain and Illness has no structure. Ours has four stages and a scoreboard.
Most practices deliver therapy for Chronic Pain and Illness however the therapist you happened to get was trained. We run one format for every client, and we measure it.
- 01
Intake
What is actually going on, rated 0 to 10 as your baseline.
- 02
Your history
Why it is happening. History, relationships, work, health.
- 03
Treatment plan
Written and collaborative, built against those causes.
- 04
Monthly review
Standardized measures, reviewed with you. You see the trend.
A license is where our training starts, not where it ends.
Every clinician is state-licensed before they see a single client. Then they train with us across every modality, and how to match one to the problem in front of them.
What clients say
4.95 averagefrom 113 reviews
- 5 out of 5 stars
MindView Therapy has great customer service and is very flexible, with good therapist availability and clear communication of any changes. Genuinely a great place for therapy with zero judgement.
Kailani M.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The support staff was very helpful in assisting me to find the right provider. And the provider they found me is personable, a good listener, has good advice, and appears to be quite knowledgeable. I'm very happy with my decision to go with MindView.
Kevin R.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I truly felt seen, heard and understood by my therapist. Goals and next step expectations were clearly explained for processing.
Diane S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I had a great onboarding experience with MindView. My therapist took the time to do a really thorough intake, which I appreciated, and the staff keeps communication clear and consistent. Plus, they handled my insurance verification hassle free.
Jennifer P.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I'm new to this therapy place, however the couples therapist we are seeing is amazing so far. She's a great listener and I can't wait to see how much further we can get with her guidance.
Maritza M.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
Great therapists, excellent customer service.
Meta
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- 5 out of 5 stars
My therapist has been incredibly supportive and compassionate. She creates a safe, welcoming space, and I truly feel heard and understood. I'm very grateful for her guidance. Highly recommend.
Laura S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The clinician is helpful. I would recommend this to my friends. I can communicate better with my family members. Thanks for your cooperation.
Sharmin S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The process to find a therapist was very smooth and quick. The intake did take some time, but it was a very thorough process. Overall a great service and very helpful.
Jorge Z.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
Helpful, and they let you know everything in advance.
Naphtali S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
MindView Therapy has been wonderful to work with. The team is kind, responsive, and made the entire process feel easy from the start. I always felt heard and supported, and I really appreciate the compassionate care I've received. Highly recommend.
Angela D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I've had a great experience with MindView. They are easy to communicate with and handle my needs quickly. I've had some great sessions with my therapist and would highly recommend checking them out.
Kylah B.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
My therapist has done a great job of teaching me how to translate my thoughts into personal feelings, as well as helpful techniques to deal with my anxiety.
Ladale N.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I cannot say enough good things about my counselor. From the very start she made me feel heard, respected, and supported without judgement. She is a great listener and challenges me to grow in healthy ways.
Barbara D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
She is such a great therapist. She really listens to what you are saying and helps you figure out situations.
Leah D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The process from start to finish is made so easy. You get assigned to someone quickly and can choose from various time slots to work around your schedule. No sitting on a phone waiting, just quick and to the point with every step.
Shannon G.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I've had such a positive experience with MindView Therapy. The sessions have given me so much clarity and practical tools to handle life's ups and downs. I feel more equipped and confident moving forward. If you are looking for a supportive and insightful therapy experience, I highly recommend them.
Lucie L.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
She is an amazing therapist. She understands me and where I am coming from without hesitation. It is a complete judgement-free zone.
Barbie Z.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I've had a really wonderful experience at MindView. My therapist is a great listener and always made me feel heard and understood. I've seen meaningful progress. Would recommend.
Manana D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
Kind, helpful, and good at what they do! My therapist is truly one-of-a-kind, and has helped me so much.
Nick B.
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Living with chronic pain or a long-term illness affects mood, sleep, and relationships, not just the body. Pain and distress feed each other. Therapy does not replace medical care. It uses cognitive behavioral tools, relaxation, and coping skills to reduce the emotional load and make daily life more manageable.
Does this sound like you?
- You cancel plans and then apologize for a body no one can see.
- You have explained your symptoms to so many doctors that you sound rehearsed.
- You grieve the version of yourself who could do this without thinking.
- You wake up and check your body before you check anything else.
- You are tired of being told to stay positive.
- Your calendar is mostly appointments now.
- You feel guilty for what your illness costs the people around you.
You do not have to be in crisis to start. If several of these sound familiar, therapy can help.
If several of these sound familiar, that is worth talking about.
Choose a time and send your request. It takes about 30 seconds and one short form.
Living with chronic pain or a long-term illness affects more than the body. It reaches mood, sleep, work, and the people closest to you.
Why does chronic illness affect mental health?
Because the strain is constant and the future is uncertain. Ongoing pain narrows life. Plans get cancelled, energy runs out early, and the things that used to make you feel like yourself become harder to reach.
Pain and mood also feed each other. Pain drives stress and low mood, and stress and low mood make symptoms harder to bear. The National Institute of Mental Health notes that people living with chronic illness have a higher risk of depression, which is part of the condition, not a separate failure of attitude.
Does therapy mean my pain is in my head?
No. Your pain is real, and nothing in this work assumes otherwise.
Many people arrive defensive on this point, and for good reason. Therapy here is not an attempt to talk you out of your symptoms. It addresses the stress, grief, and disruption that come with them.
What does therapy for chronic pain and illness involve?
We use cognitive behavioral therapy, which has been studied extensively in pain care as a complement to medical treatment.
Your first session is an intake: your condition, your medical care, and a 0 to 10 rating of the distress and low mood. The early work looks at how you have carried hard things before and where your strengths are, then turns that into a treatment plan you build with your therapist, with goals tied to living with your condition plus one personal goal of your own.
Weekly sessions then work the plan. It covers relaxation and stress reduction, because a nervous system under constant alarm amplifies pain. It covers the thoughts that intensify distress, the catastrophic ones that arrive at 2 a.m. And it covers activity pacing: how to plan a week around real energy, instead of overdoing it on a good day and paying for it for three.
Grief is part of it too. Most people are grieving the version of themselves who could do this without thinking about it.
Once a month you and your therapist review standardized measures together, so progress is tracked rather than guessed at, and the plan is adjusted based on what they show.
Will this work with my medical treatment?
Yes, and it is designed to. Therapy complements the care you get from your doctors. It never replaces it.
Your therapist focuses on the emotional and behavioral side while your medical team manages your condition. With your written permission, your therapist can coordinate with your providers. Medication and medical decisions remain entirely with your physicians.
What about the people around me?
Illness reshapes relationships. Partners become caregivers. Friends drift when you cancel too often. Some people in your life will say the wrong thing repeatedly and mean well every time.
Therapy is a place to work on that directly: what to ask for, how to explain your limits, and how to handle the guilt that shows up when your health costs other people something. Those conversations get easier with practice.
What is activity pacing?
It is planning your week around the energy you actually have rather than the energy you wish you had. Most people with chronic conditions fall into a boom and bust cycle: a good day arrives, you do everything you have been putting off, and then you lose the next three days.
Pacing breaks that cycle by capping the good days on purpose. It feels counterintuitive and it is one of the most useful things people learn here. Your therapist helps you find the ceiling, build in recovery before you need it, and stop treating rest as something you earn only after collapse.
How do I handle the uncertainty?
Uncertainty is often the hardest part. Will this flare pass. Will the next test show something. Will I still be able to work in five years.
You cannot resolve those questions, and trying to think your way to certainty tends to make the anxiety worse. The work is learning to hold an open question without letting it run the day. Mindfulness and acceptance-based tools help here, and they are used alongside the rest of the cognitive behavioral work.
If your mood has been low for weeks, or you have had thoughts of harming yourself, tell your therapist or your doctor. If you are in immediate danger, call or text 988.
How do I get started?
You can book online at any time, or call (646) 493-4007 to speak with someone first. We are in-network with most major plans, and you can confirm your coverage before your first appointment.
Sessions are conducted by telehealth, which matters on low-energy days. We also see clients in Jamaica, Queens, and in Buffalo. Care is collaborative and paced to you.
What does it look like?
- •Low mood, hopelessness, or grief tied to your health
- •Anxiety about symptoms, appointments, or the future
- •Frustration, irritability, or feeling misunderstood by others
- •Pulling back from activities and relationships you value
- •Pain or fatigue that feels harder to manage when stress is high
Who is this for?
- •Adults living with chronic pain or a long-term health condition
- •People whose diagnosis is affecting mood, sleep, or relationships
- •Anyone who wants support coping alongside their medical care
24.3%
of U.S. adults had chronic pain in 2023
What does therapy here actually look like?
The first three sessions follow a clear structure, so you always know what is coming next.
- Getting started
Your therapist asks what brought you in, your history, your condition, and your medical care. You rate the distress, low mood, and pain-related stress on a 0 to 10 scale. You set a recurring weekly time before you leave.
- Understanding the history
Your therapist walks through your life across childhood, adolescence, and adulthood, looking for the patterns and strengths behind how you carry illness, ask for help, and handle uncertainty. You can decline any question.
- Building the plan
You build the plan together. Goals are tied to living with your condition, such as activity pacing, relaxation, and the grief that comes with a changed body, each with concrete objectives. You also set one personal goal that matters to you.
- Ongoing
Weekly sessions work the plan alongside your medical care, which therapy complements and never replaces. Once a month you and your therapist review standardized measures to see whether it is working, and the plan is adjusted.
Therapy here is measured, not guessed
Once a month you have a measurement-based care review. You complete standardized measures, and your therapist reviews the trend with you. If something is not working, the plan changes. Regular therapy is the work. The review is the navigation system that keeps it pointed at the right target.
Sessions are weekly for the first two months to build a foundation, then frequency is reassessed with you. You set the pace, and you share only what you are comfortable sharing.
You do not have to figure this out alone.
Choose a time and send your request. It takes about 30 seconds and one short form.
Common questions
Do you take insurance, and what will this cost?
We are in-network with most major plans. In New York: UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Medicare, Oscar Health, Meritain Health, Oxford Health Plans, Cigna, Optum, Highmark BCBS WNY, Univera Healthcare and MagnaCare. We confirm your benefits before your first session.
What happens in the first session?
Your therapist asks about your condition, your medical care, and how your health is affecting mood, sleep, and daily life. You set goals together for what therapy will address.
How long does this take, and can therapy really help with pain?
Therapy does not replace medical care and cannot promise a change in your symptoms. Pain and distress are closely linked, and cognitive behavioral strategies can reduce the emotional load and improve daily function. Many people meet weekly for a few months.
Do I need a mental health diagnosis to come in?
No. You do not need a diagnosis. Living with pain or illness is hard on anyone, and wanting support is reason enough.
Can I do this by telehealth, and how soon can I be seen?
Yes, and telehealth is often the practical option on low-energy days. We also see clients in our Jamaica and Buffalo offices. We respond within one business day.
Does coming to therapy mean my pain is in my head?
No. Your pain is real. Therapy addresses the stress, grief, and disruption that come with it, which is a different thing entirely.
Your questions, answered in full
How do I get started?
- 1
Check your insurance
Most major plans are accepted, and checking takes under a minute.
See if we take your insurance - 2
- 3
Meet your therapist
Your first session is an intake. Your therapist asks what brought you in, and you set a weekly time together.
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