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Paula Lamanna, LCSW, CASAC

Practice Description

I'm a licensed clinical social worker, credentialed alcoholism and substance use counselor, Level III EMDR provider, certified yoga teacher and certified psychedelic-assisted therapy provider. I received my master’s degree from New York University and received my post-graduate certifications from The Integrative Psychiatry Institute and the Parnell Institute for EMDR.

I believe that each client is unique, and work with them to determine the best treatment for them, integrating multiple therapeutic modalities, including ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, EMDR, a proven trauma treatment, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Mindfulness, among others.

I view my clients from a holistic perspective and supports them in exploring all aspects of their lives that may be contributing to their difficulties, mind, body and spirit. I specialize in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, psychedelic preparation and integration, trauma, substance use, disordered eating, anxiety, and depression. I approach therapy from a collaborative, compassionate and non-judgmental perspective, incorporating laughter whenever possible. I embrace all aspects of my client’s identities and cultures and creates an environment in which they feel safe to explore, feel and express their emotions. In order to heal, we first need to feel accepted for who we are. I provide that acceptance to my clients to help them move forward into the life they aspire to have.

Phone

  • Contact Phone Number: 646-389-3178

E-mail Address

Practice Website

Primary Location

                                           
  • Practice Name:
  • Street Address: 119 West 57th Street
  • Address Line 2: Ste 1100
  • City: New York
  • State: NY
  • Zip Code: 10019

Availability

  • How do you conduct therapy? : Online only
  • Are you accepting new clients? : Yes

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $250.00

Sliding Scale

  • Scale Yes

Payment Options

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Note on Finance

How do you handle billing?

I am currently out-of-network and provide superbills that clients can submit to their insurance companies for reimbursement if they have out-of-network benefits.

Insurance

  • Insurance Accepted

NPI and Professional Insurance (if applicable)

  • NPI Number: 1528434941
  • Malpractice Carrier: Preferra
  • Expiration Date (MM/YY): 11/18/2025

Credentials

Primary Credential
  • License Status: I am licensed, my license information is below
  • Mental health role: Clinical Social Work Therapist
  • License State: NY
  • License Expiration: February
  • License Number: 085926
  • Expiration Date(MM/YY) : 2026

Education and Years in Practice

  • School Most Recently Graduated: New York University
  • Degree/Diploma : MSW
  • Year Graduated: 2011
  • Years in Practice: 14

Additional Credentials (Add up to 2 additional)

  • Credential Type: Certificate
  • Accrediting Institution : NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports
  • Degree/Diploma: Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor
  • Year Graduated : 2017
  • Credential Type: Certificate
  • Accrediting Institution : Integrative Psychiatry Institue
  • Degree/Diploma: Psychedelic Assisted Therapy Provider
  • Year Graduated : 2022

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In addition to New York, I also provide telehealth in: California (#125025), Connecticut (#14389), Colorado (#09928874), Florida (#TPSW2820), South Carolina (Telehealth Provider #547), Texas (#115913), Virginia (#0904015381), Vermont (#089.0135500TELE)

Specialties

Top Specialties
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues

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I specialize in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and prep and integration for people using other psychedelics. If you're interested in ketamine treatment, the medication sessions will be in-person, otherwise I work virtually. I also specialize in substance use, disordered eating, trauma, anxiety and depression. Our work will be collaborative. Your input into your treatment in encouraged. You are the expert on you and my role is to facilitate and support you in moving towards your goals.

Client Focus

Participants
  • Individuals
Ages
  • Adults
  • Elders
Types of Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • CBT
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Mindfulness-Based
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Trauma Focused

Note on Therapy Types

What types of therapy do you employ?

In addition to the types of therapy listed, I also use ACT (acceptance and commitment training), IFS (internal family systems) and sensorimotor psychotherapy.

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