Sylwia Misiewicz, LMHC, LPC
EMDR and Trauma Therapy
Help for adults who feel stuck in the past, overwhelmed by anxiety, or weighed down by depression. Trauma-informed, evidence-based care delivered virtually, from anywhere in New York and New Jersey.
- Virtual sessions across New York and New Jersey
- Secure, HIPAA-compliant video
- English and Polish
Evidence-Based
Therapeutic Approach
How Therapy Helps
Are You Ready for Change?
Therapy can be beneficial in many ways. It can help you learn new ways of coping with whatever struggles you might be facing, including depression, anxiety, body image, trauma, grief, difficulties with intimate relationships and problems with substance use. It is a process of identifying what is most important to you and giving you the tools to deal with any barriers that are getting in the way of living the life you want to live. Therapy can help you create more meaningful relationships, increase your self-esteem, teach you skills to better deal with stress and anxiety, manage difficult situations, improve communication skills and guide you through establishing healthy behavior patterns.
As your therapist, my goal is to become an ally in your journey to personal growth and offer an outside, non-judgmental perspective. Together we can uncover unhelpful patterns that hold you back from reaching your full potential.
EMDR Therapy
When the Past Keeps Showing Up in the Present
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps people process distressing experiences and reduce their emotional impact. It is especially well-supported for PTSD and trauma, and research also shows benefits for related anxiety and depression symptoms.
EMDR can help reduce emotional triggers, distressing memories, negative beliefs, and the feeling of being stuck in the past. I am trained in EMDR and offer it virtually, by secure video.
EMDR can help with
Distressing memories
Memories that still feel vivid, intrusive or overwhelming.
Emotional triggers
Reactions that seem bigger than the moment in front of you.
Negative beliefs
"I am not safe", "It was my fault", "I am not enough."
How I Can Help
Psychotherapy for adults and older adults, with EMDR at the center of my trauma work.
- Compulsive Behaviors
- Low Self Esteem
- Personal Growth
- Loss and Grief
- Relationship Issues
- Stress Management
About Me
13 Years Helping Adults Find Steadier Ground
- LMHC, New York
- LPC, New Jersey
- Trained in EMDR
- Teachers College, Columbia
- English & Polish
I am a New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor. As a therapist, I strive to provide a safe, supportive space tailored to your needs. I use mindfulness-based techniques and am trained in EMDR, an evidence-based approach for processing trauma, distressing memories and PTSD.
Together we can uncover unhelpful patterns, work through the emotional blocks and unresolved experiences that keep you feeling stuck, and move toward your full potential.
More about me“...a person is a fluid process, not a fixed and static entity; a flowing river of change, not a block of solid material.”
My Approach
A collaborative, step-by-step process tailored to help you achieve meaningful change.
Free Consultation
We begin with a free 15-minute phone or video call to talk about your concerns and goals, and whether we are a good fit.
Personalized Plan
Together, we develop a tailored treatment approach using evidence-based methods suited to your unique needs.
Insight and Awareness
Through our sessions, you gain deeper self-understanding and uncover patterns that may be holding you back.
Lasting Growth
With new coping skills and perspectives, you build resilience and create meaningful, lasting change in your life.
Therapy That Meets You Where You Are
Trauma-informed, evidence-based care delivered virtually, by secure video from anywhere in New York and New Jersey.
Secure and private
HIPAA-compliant video sessions, with phone sessions available when video is not an option.
From any private space
Meet from home, a parked car or a quiet office, with no commute and less time away from your day.
EMDR included
EMDR works by video too, with on-screen or self-guided bilateral stimulation and careful preparation.
Across two states
Available to adults located anywhere in New York or New Jersey at the time of the session.
Insurance
In-Network with 8 Plans
Superbills for out-of-network clients, a sliding scale by application, and help checking your benefits.
- Aetna
- Cigna & Evernorth
- Anthem BCBS
- Fidelis
- Optum
- Oxford
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Getting Started
Two Easy Ways to Begin
Prefer to book yourself?
If you are using insurance, you can schedule directly on Headway. Headway checks your coverage, handles billing with your plan, and lets you choose a session time right away.
Want to talk first?
Request a free 15-minute phone or video consultation. We will talk about what brings you in and whether working together feels like a good fit. Self-pay and out-of-network clients start here.
From the Blog
All articlesCommon Questions
What is EMDR?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps people process distressing experiences and reduce their emotional impact. It is especially well supported for PTSD and trauma, and research also shows benefits for related anxiety and depression symptoms. EMDR can help reduce emotional triggers, distressing memories, negative beliefs, and the feeling of being stuck in the past. Learn more on the EMDR therapy page.
Do you offer virtual sessions in New York and New Jersey?
Yes. I offer sessions by secure, HIPAA-compliant video (or phone if needed) for adults anywhere in New York and New Jersey, where I am licensed. You need to be physically located in New York or New Jersey during each virtual session. Learn more about therapy in New York and therapy in New Jersey.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes. I am in-network with the following plans:
- Aetna
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (formerly Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield)
- Fidelis
- Optum
- Oxford
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare (UHC | UBH)
Coverage depends on your specific plan and state, so reach out before your first session and I will help you verify your benefits. For other plans, I am considered an out-of-network provider. Many people with out-of-network coverage can receive partial reimbursement, and I provide superbills and help with the reimbursement process. See Fees & Insurance.
What can I expect from our first session?
We start with a free 15-minute phone or video consultation to talk about what you are looking for and whether we are a good fit. If we decide to move forward, the next step is an intake session by secure video. The intake differs from later sessions: it is a time for me to gather your personal and medical history, and to discuss why you have decided to pursue therapy and what goals you would like to achieve. It is also an opportunity for you to get to know me and ask any questions you may have. At the end of the session, we can decide together if it feels right to continue. Please note that the intake session is not complimentary; it is a fully paid session.
Do you offer in-person sessions?
In-person sessions in Montclair, NJ are available on request. There is no New York office.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Start with a free 15-minute phone or video consultation. We will talk about what brings you in and whether working together feels like a good fit.