Shainna Bey
Licensed Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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I know OCD can feel isolating, and no one should have to go through it alone. I bring empathy, flexibility, and a down-to-earth style to therapy. I’ll look at the full picture of what you’re going through and tailor our work to your goals and values. I’m not just focused on helping you manage symptoms—I’ll help you build a different relationship with your thoughts so OCD fades into the background. I’ll encourage you and gently challenge you to keep moving forward. I also have experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, perfectionism, guilt, and shame.
I know OCD can feel isolating, and no one should have to go through it alone. I bring empathy, flexibility, and a down-to-earth style to therapy. I’ll look at the full picture of what you’re going through and tailor our work to your goals and values. I’m not just focused on helping you manage symptoms—I’ll help you build a different relationship with your thoughts so OCD fades into the background. I’ll encourage you and gently challenge you to keep moving forward. I also have experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, perfectionism, guilt, and shame.
Location
Licensed in New York
About
Clinical Expertise
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, Children and Adolescents
Education
Catholic University of America
Insurance
Plans accepted by Shainna
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont, Cigna, ClaimDOC, Claritev (MultiPlan) PHCS, Curative, Forest County Potawatomi, GEHA, Horizon BCBS, Imagine Health, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Medical Mutual, Meritain Health, Oscar Health, Partners Direct Health, UHC Student Services, UMR, UMR - The Alliance, United Health Care Student Services, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Shared Services,
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Get to know Shainna
Why I decided to specialize in OCD
I became a therapist to help people feel less alone in whatever they were going through. When I was growing up, mental health wasn't something openly talked about, and I saw how isolating that silence could be. I decided to specialize in OCD because it's often misunderstood, and people can suffer in silence, feeling stuck or ashamed of their thoughts. I believe no one should have to go through that alone, especially when effective treatment is available.
How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy
I create a safe, supportive space by leading with empathy, consistency, and non-judgment, so you can feel seen and heard. I build trust by being transparent, respecting your boundaries, and moving at a pace that feels manageable. You don't have to filter yourself here—every part of you is welcome. My goal is for you to feel safe enough to be your authentic self, and empowered enough to carry that confidence beyond therapy.
My message to you if you're considering therapy
If you're thinking about starting exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy but feel scared or unsure, I want you to know that your feelings are understandable. It can be hard to start something new. You don't have to feel ready. You just need to be willing to try. ERP is gradual, collaborative, and paced in a way that feels manageable. Together, we'll take small steps and help you learn that you can handle discomfort without relying on compulsions.
What makes my approach different
I provide effective OCD treatment with a compassionate, personalized approach. I tailor exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy to your pace and values while still helping you make meaningful progress. You'll feel supported, while also being gently challenged so you don't stay stuck.
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