Jay Sontag, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Jay is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Jay is accepting new clients!
- They are normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
More about Jay
- 4 years' experience
- Non-binary
- LMHC
I am a humanistic and existentialist therapist specializing in helping families, LGBTQ+ identified people, and teens & young adults. I love to help people find their own meaning and get grounded so that they can face the challenges of daily life. I can help with grief work, family conflict, social justice and generalized anxiety, among others.
I am an LGBTQ+ identified person, lifelong New Yorker, and a strong believer in community and restorative justice practices.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Jay Sontag's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386594075.
- LMHC · New York · 017325 · Renews November 2028
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Jay Sontag offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Jay Sontag works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Jay Sontag speak?
Jay Sontag speaks English.
How many years of experience does Jay Sontag have?
Jay Sontag has 4 years of experience.
Where is Jay Sontag licensed to practice?
Jay Sontag is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Jay Sontag accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Jay Sontag accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Jay Sontag accept insurance?
Yes, Jay Sontag accepts Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Jay Sontag accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Jay Sontag does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Jay Sontag offer?
Jay Sontag offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Jay Sontag?
Jay Sontag can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Jay Sontag?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
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