Healing Begins With Feeling Seen.
Compassionate Online Therapy for Individuals, Couples, and Families Throughout
New York & New Jersey
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, or life’s transitions, you don’t have to face it alone. Our diverse team of licensed therapists provides compassionate, culturally responsive, evidence-based care to help you heal, grow, and move forward.
INSURANCE & TRUST BAR
Now Accepting:
• Aetna • Cigna
• UnitedHealthcare • Carelon Behavioral Health
• Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York • Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York
✓ Secure Telehealth Throughout New York & New Jersey
✓ New Clients Welcome
About Transformation Counseling Services
Welcome to a Judgment-Free Virtual Space.
Pia C. Johnson
Owner, LCSW
She | Her
Our therapists are specially chosen for their exclusive skills and training in telehealth, along with their ability to connect, understand, and empathize with your experience so that you receive the very best care. Many of our clients work with therapists who bring lived experience and cultural insight into the counseling process.
Why Culturally & Identity-Affirming Care Matters
Healing is an Act of Liberation.
Traditional mental health systems often look at symptoms in a vacuum, ignoring the profound impact of systemic oppression, racism, and heteronormativity on a person's nervous system.
When you choose a practice dedicated to therapy for Black women in NYC and LGBTQ affirming counseling, you aren't just getting standard therapy, you are choosing a space that views your identity as your greatest source of strength.
- No Explanation Needed: You don't have to waste valuable session time teaching your therapist about your culture, identity, hair, pronouns, or background.
- Intersectional Awareness: We actively recognize how multiple marginalized identities compound daily stress, allowing us to accurately identify the root causes of anxiety and burnout.
- True Clinical Safety: True safety means knowing your clinician respects, affirms, and actively celebrates your lived experience without judgment or bias.
The Process: Zero Friction, Total Clarity
Your Path to Healing, Simplified.
We know that seeking help takes immense courage, and the administrative headache of finding a virtual therapist can easily stop you in your tracks. We have stripped away the friction so you can step into care smoothly.
1.Book a Free Call: 15 Minutes.
Select a time on our calendar for a brief, confidential introductory conversation. We’ll chat about your healing goals and make sure we are a great fit for your journey.
2.Verify Your Insurance: Zero Hassle.
We verify in-network benefits for Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, and Cigna upfront. If you’re with another provider, we help you access out-of-network reimbursement through Reimbursify.
3.Begin Virtual Healing: 100% Online.
Get counseling from the comfort of your couch, bed, or safe space anywhere in New York State. No commutes, no rushing, just dedicated time for you.
Ready to step out of survival mode and into your softest, most empowered chapter?
You have carried the weight by yourself for long enough. You don't have to keep doing this alone. Your peace is worth protecting, your relationships are worth nurturing, and your joy is worth fighting for. Let’s do the work together.
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Transformation Counseling Services
- Service Footprint: Providing premium, accessible virtual therapy in NYC and remote mental health counseling services throughout all of New York State.
- Insurance & Fees: Proudly in-network with Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, and Cigna. For clients with other insurance providers, we offer out-of-network support through Reimbursify to help simplify reimbursement and maximize your benefits.
Clinical Disclaimer & Emergency Resources: Transformation Counseling Services is a licensed professional clinical practice. If you are experiencing a life-threatening mental health emergency or crisis, please call or text 988 immediately, or go to your nearest emergency room. Comfort, safety, and confidentiality are our highest commitments.
Why Transformation Counseling Services
All Inclusive Environment
We are an affirming practice and trained
in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples as well as the Kink and Polyamorous community.
Comprehensive Team
We have a variety of members of our therapist & coach team available to work directly with you.
Variety of Specialties
We help with all sorts of conditions. This includes but is not limited to: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Loss, Sex Therapy, Anger Management, etc.
Telehealth Appointments
To learn more and get started with virtual therapy, please contact us today.
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Transformation Counseling Services, LLC is an online health practice whose mission is to provide affordable and accessible culturally responsive counseling to individuals from historically marginalized communities.









