OCD, Anxiety, & ADHD Therapy in NYC
Much of our suffering comes from our relationship with uncertainty. Fear of the unknown can make our world smaller, leading us to avoid discomfort, risk, or the possibility of being wrong. Yet, the only thing that is certain is that we cannot eliminate uncertainty. The life we want is rarely found in perfect certainty, but in the willingness to move toward what we value anyway. Therapy offers a space to explore and navigate these experience together.
Meet Sydney (she/her)
Sydney Huppert, LMHC-D
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with Diagnostic Privilege
Licensed in the state of New York (License # 015509)
I believe each client is the expert on their own life and deserves to be treated as an equal partner in the therapeutic relationship. I strive to create a nonjudgmental, empathetic space that honors each person’s unique way of thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world. I believe clients already hold the strength and tools needed to navigate their challenges. As a therapist, it’s a privilege to walk along beside you through this journey.
My Specialties
I work with children, teens, and adults across New York City who are seeking therapy for anxiety, OCD, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I also provide neuroaffirming therapy for neurodivergent clients, including individuals with ADHD and Autism. My work focuses on supporting executive functioning challenges, emotional regulation, burnout, identity development, and navigating systems that are not always designed for neurodivergent brains.
As a therapist with ADHD, I bring both personal insight and clinical training into the therapy space. My approach is strengths-based, collaborative, and grounded in affirming care. I honor each client’s unique nervous system and way of being, and my goal is to help you understand yourself more fully while building tools to move through life with greater confidence and empowerment.
You can learn more about my therapy specialties below:
My Style in Session
My approach to therapy is holistic and rooted in the belief that meaningful change begins with a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. Research consistently shows that the best predictor in successful therapy is the strength of the relationship between the client and therapist. Together, we’ll identify your unique needs and goals so you can grow in the ways that feel most meaningful and supportive to you.
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Relational therapy centers on exploring your experiences, relationships, social framework, and unconscious thoughts to uncover how they have shaped your relational self. This method is rooted in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic theories, emphasizing the importance of the client-therapist relationship.
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I provide care that affirms neurodivergent ways of thinking, learning, and interacting. Therapy focuses on understanding your unique strengths and challenges rather than trying to “fit” into neurotypical expectations, empowering you to navigate the world in ways that work for you.
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ACT helps clients clarify their values and take meaningful action toward a life they want. In session, we work on accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to behaviors that align with what truly matters to you, fostering greater psychological flexibility and resilience.
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I use a person-centered approach to ensure therapy is supportive, validating, and tailored to your individual needs. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you are truly heard and understood. This approach emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and respect, supporting you to explore challenges, build self-awareness, and grow in the ways that feel most meaningful to you.
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ERP is a structured approach often used for anxiety and OCD. In session, we gradually and safely confront feared thoughts, situations, or sensations while learning to resist unhelpful compulsions or avoidance. This helps reduce anxiety over time and builds confidence in your ability to face challenges without relying on avoidance, fostering lasting change.
Trainings & Education
Education
Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, State University of New York at New Paltz
Bachelor of Sciences in Psychology, State University of New York at New Paltz
Trainings
Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions - Space Treatment
Exposure and Response Prevention - Anxiety Training
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy - PESI
Insurance & Payment
I am currently in network with:
Aetna
Carelon Behavioral Health
Oscar
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
United Healthcare
Let’s Work Together!
If you’d like to learn more about my services or set up an appointment you, please complete the form below. I offer a free 15-minute consultation so we can see if working together feels like a good fit.