Batool Abdelhafez, Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Social Worker
Batool Abdelhafez, Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Social Worker
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Telehealth Available
Professions: Clinical Social Worker
License Status: I'm a therapist practicing under supervision.
Primary Credential: Licensed Master Social Work - 129740
Supervisor: Edenny Cruz, LCSW #085507
Telephone: 551-356-8976
Billing and Insurance:
I am an in-network provider for:
- 1199SEIU
- Aetna
- Amida Care
- Anthem
- Emblem Health
- Fidelis Care (NY)
- HealthFirst
- Humana
- Humana Military
- Medicaid
- Metro Plus
- UnitedHealthcare
Weekend Availability
Evening Availability
What's My Approach to Therapy?
By the time you’re looking for therapy, you’ve probably been holding a lot on your own. Maybe you’re burnt out, anxious, dealing with family pressure, or trying to balance who you are with who everyone expects you to be. You want a therapist who actually gets it.
I’m straightforward, grounded, and collaborative. I help you understand your emotions, the patterns you fall into, and why certain things hit you so hard. Then we build skills that work in your real world, your family dynamics, your responsibilities, your culture, and your pace.
Therapy with me isn’t about judgment or perfection. It’s about clarity, honesty, practical tools, and a therapist who meets you exactly where you are.
My Practice & Services
Therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you’re sharing parts of yourself no one has fully understood. I take care to create a calm, supportive space where you can speak openly, explore your story, and grow at your own pace. I welcome clients of all backgrounds and make sure our work together reflects your culture, identity, and goals.
Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With
I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, family tension, identity concerns, ADHD, and school or relationship stress. I?m especially skilled in helping first- and second-generation clients make sense of cultural pressures, emotional patterns, and past experiences. Together we build insight, resilience, and practical coping skills.
Therapy Services & Specialties
Client Age Groups I Work With
- Children
- Teens
- Adults
Languages
- English
- Arabic
Groups I Work With
- I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and I have a special interest in supporting first and second-generation clients, immigrant families, BIPOC individuals, and people navigating identity, school stress, trauma, or cultural expectations. I also work with caregivers and high-responsibility young adults.
Industries & Communities Served
- BIPOC
- Education
- First Responder/Medical Professionals
- LGBTQ+
- Military/Law Enforcement
- Self-Employed and Freelance Professionals
- Union First
Client Challenges & Concerns I Address
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Emotional Abuse
- Emotional Overwhelm
- Emptiness
- Family of Origin Issues
- Family Problems
- Fear
- Grief, Loss, and Bereavement
- Helplessness / Victimhood
- Inattention, Impulsivity, and Hyperactivity (ADHD)
- Irritability
- Isolation
- Life Purpose / Meaning / Inner-Guidance
- Posttraumatic Stress / Trauma
- Religious Issues
- Self-Actualization
- Self-Care
- Self-Compassion
- Self-Confidence
- Self-Criticism
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Harm
- Social Anxiety / Phobia
- Teen violence/dating violence
- Trust Issues
- Worry
- Worthlessness
- Young Adult Issues
Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Collaborative Therapy
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Holistic Psychotherapy
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Jungian Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Play Therapy
- Self-Acceptance Training
- Somatic Experiencing (SE)
- Somatic Psychotherapy
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