Celeste Benitez, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Celeste is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Celeste is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
More about Celeste
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and taking the first step is brave. I believe deeply in resilience and work from a strengths-based perspective. Together, we’ll address your challenges while identifying and building on your existing strengths. My goal is to create a safe, supportive relationship where you feel accepted and not alone on this journey. I’m here to walk alongside you and create a space where you can feel safe to grow and heal. Welcome!
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Centivo
- Cigna
- Empire BlueCross BlueShield
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Celeste Benitez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770817181.
- LCSW · New York · 84108 · Renews November 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Celeste Benitez offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Celeste Benitez works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Celeste Benitez speak?
Celeste Benitez speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Celeste Benitez have?
Celeste Benitez has 9 years of experience.
Where is Celeste Benitez licensed to practice?
Celeste Benitez is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Celeste Benitez accept insurance?
Yes, Celeste Benitez accepts Aetna, Centivo, Cigna, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Celeste Benitez accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Celeste Benitez 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 [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Celeste Benitez offer?
Celeste Benitez offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Celeste Benitez?
Just tap the BOOK 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.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.