Therapy for High Achievers in NYC
Virtual therapy for executives, high-achieving professionals, and creatives across Manhattan, Brooklyn , Westchester, Nassau & Suffolk. Support for anxiety, depression, burnout, and stress, built around your life.
Meet Kristie Tse, LMHC-D
I’m Kristie Tse, a licensed mental health counselor, and I founded Uncover Mental Health Counseling specifically for high-achieving adults who couldn’t find a therapist who understood both the performance pressure and the cultural dimensions of their lives.
At Uncover Mental Health Counseling, every session is by video with a licensed New York therapist, so you can show up from your couch, your desk, or any quiet spot for 45 minutes.
We know how it goes here your calendar is packed, the commute eats your evening, and therapy keeps sliding to “next month.” Online therapy takes the commute out. For most people, that’s the difference between starting and not starting.
We’re out-of-network, which means you pay at the session and we give you a superbill to send to your insurance. If your plan has out-of-network benefits, you may get part of the cost back, and we’ll check your benefits for you. The first step is a free 15-minute call
My work has been featured in theSkimm, Verywell Mind, Well+Good, Bustle, HelpGuide, and Parents.com.
Book a Free 15-Min Consultation
Fill out a short form or call us directly. We’ll confirm availability and answer any questions you have before your first session.
Your First Session
We start where anxiety actually lives for you not a checklist. You’ll talk about what you’ve tried, what you want to feel like, and whether this is the right fit.
Begin the Work
Weekly sessions, adapted to how your mind operates. Most clients begin noticing meaningful shifts within the first few weeks
Therapists in New York
Most of the people who reach out to us are already doing well by any outside measure. They’re hitting their goals, managing everyone who depends on them, keeping every plate spinning and from a distance, it looks handled. What we hear, almost every time, is some version of the same thing: “I should feel okay, but I don’t,” said by someone who’s spent years getting very good at not letting that show.
Living and working in New York adds its own weight on top of that. The pace doesn’t pause to check in with you. Saying no can feel like falling behind, and rest can start to feel like something you have to justify rather than something you’re allowed to have. Stress stops feeling like an event and starts feeling like background noise the kind that’s there even on the good days. There’s often something else underneath it too: the sense that you’ve been moving so fast, for so long, that you stopped asking what you actually wanted.
Therapy isn’t about slowing down your ambition. It’s about giving you somewhere to set down everything you’re carrying, the work, the relationships, the expectations ,without it costing you quite so much. Most people leave with their drive intact, and something they didn’t expect going in: room to breathe in their own life again
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Therapy for High Achievers Matters in NYC
Working with a therapist who understands high-achieving culture changes that. It means not having to justify why you can’t simply “do less,” and not being asked to treat ambition as the problem. It means sessions structured around a demanding schedule instead of a standard one, and a clinical approach built for people used to solving problems themselves, not being handed generic advice.
That’s the real difference between therapy in general and therapy for high achievers specifically it starts from where you actually are, not from an assumption about what you should want instead.
Our Mental Health Services in New York City
New York can be a lot Fast, loud,& always moving
But it still feels heavy. That’s what people say when they come to us: “I should feel okay… but I don’t.”
Work piles up, life piles up, stress doesn’t really turn off.
Where you live matters, too. Midtown is hectic. SoHo has its own energy. Westchester, Long Island… quieter, but still demanding in different ways. We talk about that stuff, what’s real for you, & how to handle it without losing yourself.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
We’re a private-pay, out-of-network practice.
The first session is $350 and later sessions are $300. You pay at the session, and we give you a superbill to send to your insurance. If your plan has out-of-network mental health benefits, you may be reimbursed for part of the cost. Reimbursement depends on your plan, so check your out-of-network benefits or ask us on the call
Evidence-Based Therapy for Lasting Change
Our therapists in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Long Island use approaches that actually work — stuff backed by research, not just theory.
We pick methods that fit your life, not the other way around. For high-achieving professionals, that means practical tools you can actually use, in real situations, to feel better and make real changes.
Serving Manhattan, Brooklyn & Long Island Neighborhoods
We get it, therapy usually works better when it’s been adapted to your day to day world and how you live. That is also why we specifically help professionals and high achievers in these surrounding areas:
Our Commitment to Diversity
At Uncover Mental Health Counseling, we value and respect every individual’s unique identity, and their background too. Our NYC therapists deliver more personalized care for high achievers, we’re committed to creating a space where people can be seen and supported.
We offer a space where you don’t have to pretend or perform, just talk honestly about what’s going on and what you want for yourself.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
We’re a private-pay, out-of-network practice.
The first session is $350 and later sessions are $300. You pay at the session, and we give you a superbill to send to your insurance. If your plan has out-of-network mental health benefits, you may be reimbursed for part of the cost. Reimbursement depends on your plan, so check your out-of-network benefits or ask us on the call
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where do you offer your services around NYC and like nearby places?
We work with clients across Manhattan, including the Upper East Side, Tribeca, Flatiron, Midtown, and SoHo as well as Brooklyn Heights, Park Slope, and Williamsburg. We also serve Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk counties. If you're anywhere in New York State, we can typically make it work.
Can therapy help work-related stress and burnout?
Absolutely. We regularly work with executives, entrepreneurs, and other professionals navigating nonstop, high-pressure environments across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Long Island. Therapy can help you break the cycle of overwork, build practical strategies for managing stress, and develop a work-life balance that actually fits your life.
Do you specialize in certain demographics or identities?
Yes. We offer tailored care for specific communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals, high-achieving teens and young adults, women in leadership, and BIPOC and Asian American Pacific Islander clients. Our therapists bring cultural responsiveness and genuine understanding to this work, so you're met as yourself.
Are your sessions available online?
Yes. We offer virtual therapy sessions for individuals across NYC, Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk. Online therapy is a convenient option for busy professionals and for anyone living outside the city, without sacrificing the quality of care you'd expect in person.
How do I know if seeing a therapist is the right choice for me?
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, or simply unfulfilled despite real professional momentum, therapy can help. We work with clients to set realistic goals, move through difficult feelings, and build a more sustainable sense of contentment. Reach out to schedule a consultation, and we can talk through whether therapy is the right fit for your work and your life.
How do I set up a consultation?
It's straightforward. Connect with us online or call our office to schedule an initial meeting. From there, we'll match you with a therapist whose expertise fits your needs and who understands the pace and environment of your life in New York.