Natalia Lavrentiev, LCSW-R
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Natalia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
More about Natalia
- 25 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW-R
I'm a therapist with extensive experience supporting individuals through life's most challenging transitions and struggles. My work spans depression, anxiety, trauma, and the complex emotions that arise during major life changes. I'm deeply committed to helping people rebuild self-esteem, navigate relationship difficulties, and find their way through isolation and loneliness.
I work with a wide range of concerns, including panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, grief from divorce and separation, attachment challenges, caregiver stress, mood disorders, financial strain, and workplace conflicts. I also support people facing chronic pain, illness, midlife transitions, and questions about life purpose and meaning.
My approach centers on self-compassion and forgiveness—helping you release guilt and shame while addressing patterns of control that may hold you back. I'm here to help you strengthen communication, process trauma, and build a more authentic connection with yourself and others.
I speak English, Hebrew, and Russian, which allows me to work with diverse communities and honor the cultural dimensions of your experience. I believe therapy works best when you feel truly understood, and I'm committed to meeting you with warmth, respect, and genuine care as you move toward healing and growth.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
- Curative
Licenses
Natalia Lavrentiev's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306140645.
- LCSW-R · New York · 069730 · Renews May 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 Natalia Lavrentiev offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Natalia Lavrentiev 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 Natalia Lavrentiev speak?
Natalia Lavrentiev speaks English.
How many years of experience does Natalia Lavrentiev have?
Natalia Lavrentiev has 25 years of experience.
Where is Natalia Lavrentiev licensed to practice?
Natalia Lavrentiev is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Natalia Lavrentiev accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Natalia Lavrentiev 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 Natalia Lavrentiev accept insurance?
Yes, Natalia Lavrentiev accepts Cigna and Curative.
Does Natalia Lavrentiev accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Natalia Lavrentiev 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."
How can I communicate with Natalia Lavrentiev?
Natalia Lavrentiev 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 Natalia Lavrentiev?
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