Paul O'Keeffe, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Paul is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Paul is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
More about Paul
- 17 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
Welcome. You’re entering a safe, confidential space to explore your concerns openly and honestly. I work with clients to understand what brings them to therapy, identify goals, and develop strategies that feel right for them. I am committed to meeting you where you are with compassion, respect, and without judgment. Whether navigating difficult transitions, past experiences, or seeking greater self-understanding, I aim to provide tools and insights that empower you to move forward with confidence, clarity, and resilience.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Centivo
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Licenses
Paul O'Keeffe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659701027.
- LCSW · New York · 99399 · Renews December 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 Paul O'Keeffe offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Paul O'Keeffe works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Paul O'Keeffe speak?
Paul O'Keeffe speaks English.
How many years of experience does Paul O'Keeffe have?
Paul O'Keeffe has 17 years of experience.
Where is Paul O'Keeffe licensed to practice?
Paul O'Keeffe is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Paul O'Keeffe accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Paul O'Keeffe 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 Paul O'Keeffe accept insurance?
Yes, Paul O'Keeffe accepts Aetna, Centivo, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Paul O'Keeffe accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Paul O'Keeffe 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 Paul O'Keeffe offer?
Paul O'Keeffe offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
How do I get started with Paul O'Keeffe?
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.