Henrieta Deka, Therapist
Henrieta Deka, LCSW, is a compassionate therapist at LifeStance Health, dedicated to supporting individuals across New York in achieving meaningful growth and emotional well-being. She provides a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings openly. Henrieta specializes in guiding adults through the complexities of life transitions, including early adulthood, midlife, and later life, with a focus on fostering resilience and personal growth. Henrieta is especially passionate about supporting BIPOC individuals, seniors, and those navigating significant life stages, such as early career development or adapting to retirement. Her expertise extends to managing challenges related to anxiety, depression, and trauma. She uses evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), tailoring interventions to address the unique needs of each individual and empowering clients to regain control over their mental health. In addition to her specialties, Henrieta has a particular interest in addressing reproductive challenges, postpartum depression, and anxiety. She is dedicated to providing empathetic and culturally sensitive care to women navigating these deeply personal experiences, helping them find balance and confidence during challenging times. She also offers support to individuals managing medical conditions, understanding the intersection of physical and emotional health. Outside of her practice, Henrieta enjoys traveling, reading, spending time in nature, and volunteering.
Provider Introduction
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Individual Therapy: Ages 15-75+
Areas of Focus
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Anxiety
- Depression/feeling down
- Panic attacks
- Self-esteem
- Sexual trauma
- Stress management
- Trauma & PTSD
- Ability status
- ADHD
- Aging
- Anger issues
- Attachment issues
- Attention & focus
- Autism: generally independent
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body image
- Bullying or harassment
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Career & work issues
- Caregiving
- Chronic pain-related issues
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Emotional abuse
- Empty nesters
- End-of-life challenges
- Ethnic identity
- Family conflict
- Fertility
- First responder stress
- Focus, concentration & memory
- Gender identity
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Immigration/cultural status
- Intense mood changes
- LGBTQ+
- Marital stress or divorce
- Men's health/issues
- Menopause & perimenopause
- Military & veteran
- Other women's health concerns
- Parenthood
- Parenting
- PMS & PMDD
- Post-partum depression & anxiety
- Pre-conception
- Pregnancy
- Pregnancy loss
- Premarital counseling
- Racial identity
- Religion & spirituality
- Retirement
- Self-injury or cutting
- Social injustice
- Social skills & communication
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Unhealthy eating habits
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Elevance (Anthem/Empire BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- MagnaCare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
- World Trade Center (HealthSmart)
Languages
- English
- Haitian Creole
Education
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Adelphi University
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Nassau Community College
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Stony Brook University
New patient?
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Questions
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Henrieta Deka. You can also call 929-346-7176 to have someone assist you.
Henrieta Deka generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 929-346-7176 to find out Henrieta Deka's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Henrieta Deka:
- Aetna
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Elevance (Anthem/Empire BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- MagnaCare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
- World Trade Center (HealthSmart)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 929-346-7176 to see how we can help.
Henrieta Deka is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Henrieta Deka works at:
Yes, Henrieta Deka does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Henrieta Deka is currently offering in-office visits at the following location:
- English
- Haitian Creole