A compassionate, highly effective approach to mental health care.
Aspire Psychotherapy is a mental health practice led by Dr. Anya Scolaro, Psy.D., and Brie Scolaro, LCSW. Whether you’re looking for therapy for anxiety, OCD or ADHD, or for psychological testing, your care begins with a practice director who oversees it from beginning to end.
In person in NYC and the Hudson Valley. Virtual across NY, NJ, PA & DE.
Less time scrolling profiles. More time getting care.
- 1Book a virtual intake with a Director
- 2Get personally matched to a clinician
- 3Begin therapy or testing with confidence
The mental health practice we wished existed.
Dr. Anya Scolaro and Brie Scolaro founded Aspire to create a space grounded in both community and the highest quality of care. Too often, people come to us after trying therapy elsewhere and finding it ineffective, too surface-level, or simply not the right fit. We built Aspire to change that.
Care that actually works
Evidence-based treatment, including CBT and ERP, tailored to your goals and overseen by a Clinical Director from your first appointment on.
Built for people with purpose
Many of our clients care deeply about creating a better world through their careers, art, activism, or communities. We help you heal and lead a fulfilling life.
LGBTQIA+ owned and affirming
We celebrate all identities and provide a safe, affirming space where people can thrive, with openly LGBTQ therapists on our team.
Your care is guided by the two clinicians who lead the practice.
Your first appointment is a virtual intake with one of our Directors. After that assessment, you’re personally matched with a licensed therapist on our team. The Aspire matching process keeps the focus on you and your goals.
Dr. Anya Scolaro
Psy.D.Dr. Scolaro specializes in anxiety treatment, OCD therapy, and psychological testing, including IQ testing for giftedness, twice-exceptional (2E) and neuropsychological evaluation for ADHD, dyslexia, autism and more. She integrates Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and phobias to help clients achieve lasting change.
Focus areas- Anxiety
- OCD & ERP
- Phobias
- Psychological testing
- Giftedness & 2E
Brie Scolaro
LCSWBrie brings expertise in anxiety therapy, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, perfectionism and performance psychology, and oversees our client matching process. Brie also offers biofeedback therapy and sports psychology for athletes and high performers.
Focus areas- Anxiety
- LGBTQIA+ care
- Perfectionism
- Biofeedback
- Sports psychology
Every match starts with one of our Directors.
Meet Our TherapistsFind the right approach for your needs.
Choosing a therapist in New York can feel overwhelming. We make it easier by matching you with the right clinician, in person in NYC or online.
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Book your intake
Schedule a 30-minute virtual intake ($175) with one of our Clinical Directors. Whether you’re seeking goal-oriented therapy for anxiety or IQ testing for giftedness, we begin by clarifying your goals.
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Get matched
You’re personally matched with a therapist or psychologist based on your treatment or testing plan and your preferences, like day, time, virtual or in person.
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Begin with confidence
Start care knowing you’ve found the right therapist or testing provider, with inclusive, evidence-based therapy and evaluations that help you move forward with clarity.
Therapy and evaluation, done well.
Our therapists specialize in anxiety, ERP for OCD, ADHD and executive function, couples and relationship challenges, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, sports psychology and psychological testing. We meet you where you are with care that is both personalized and effective.
Psychological Evaluation
In-depth evaluations for ADHD, autism, giftedness, and diagnostic clarity across New York and the Hudson Valley, so you leave with answers and an actionable plan.
Explore testing & evaluationExposure Therapy & ERP
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard therapy for OCD, plus exposure techniques for anxiety disorders and phobias.
Explore exposure therapyAnxiety Treatment
CBT, exposure, and somatic strategies for generalized anxiety, social anxiety and perfectionism, including CBT sports psychology for athletes.
Explore anxiety therapyADHD Therapy
Behavioral therapy and diagnostic clarification for focus, memory, organization, and executive functioning, from a neurodivergent-affirming stance.
Explore ADHD careLGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy
Affirming therapy for individuals and couples, grounded in lived experience and evidence-based care. Openly LGBTQ therapists.
Explore affirmative therapyCouples Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method to repair communication, rebuild trust, and deepen connection at every stage.
Explore couples therapyWhat our clients say.
Aspire has been instrumental in helping my family. From the initial intake to further sessions, the team has been supportive, empathetic, and attentive to our family’s needs. The practice is flexible with finding appointment times that work for our challenging schedules. Dr. Scolaro, Paula, and Shunya provide excellent care in a non-judgmental fashion. I would highly recommend the practice without any reservations.
After suffering my whole life and then having what I’d constitute as a mental breakdown, I’m living generally an anxiety-free life without using medication.
I am now a much more balanced, mindful and calm person who feels empowered with an armada of useful strategies and techniques to manage and regulate stressful situations in my life.
Dr. Scolaro is an incredibly gifted therapist who has helped me learn and practice vital CBT skills that have changed my life.
Questions people often have before reaching out.
Still wondering about something? A Clinical Director can answer it during your intake.
Match With a TherapistWhat types of therapy services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive mental health services, including individual, couples/partners, group and family therapy, as well as neuropsychological assessment for children, teens, and adults of all ages.
Do you offer cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Yes. CBT is one of our core approaches for treating anxiety, OCD, ADHD and depression. It helps clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns, creating lasting improvements in mental health. We also integrate Exposure and Ritual Prevention (ExRP) for OCD and other evidence-based strategies.
How do I find a therapist at Aspire?
Start with our matching form and book a 30-minute virtual intake with a Clinical Director. From there, we connect you with an experienced therapist who specializes in your needs, whether that’s phobias, panic attacks, LGBTQ+ affirming care, or relationship issues.
Do you provide psychological testing and evaluations?
Yes. We offer comprehensive assessment for diagnostic clarity and for identifying giftedness, dyslexia, learning differences, autism, and more.
Is in-person therapy available, or do you offer online sessions?
Both. We provide in-person therapy at our Upper East Side and Hudson Valley offices, and secure telehealth sessions across NY, NJ, PA, and DE.
Are you in network with health insurance plans?
We are a self-pay practice and not in network with insurance. We can provide a superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement, and we’re happy to share a script for what to ask your insurance company.
Expert-written guidance, from licensed NYC therapists.
Therapy tips, mental health strategies, and real-world tools to help you navigate your mental health and know what to look for in care.
Exposure and Response Prevention: The Gold Standard OCD Treatment
ERP is the most effective treatment for OCD, and one we specialize in. Learn how it helps you confront fear instead of avoiding it.
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Read more ADHDHow to Get an ADHD Diagnosis in NYC
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Read moreAll blog content is written or reviewed by licensed NYC therapists at Aspire. View all posts →
In person in NYC and the Hudson Valley, or from home.
Upper East Side
312 E 85th St, Suite 1ANew York, NY 10028 View on Google Maps
Hudson Valley
Healing Arts Center3457 Main St, Floor 2
Stone Ridge, NY 12484 View on Google Maps
Virtual sessions
Secure online therapy and intakes across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania & Delaware Start with a virtual intakeReady to begin?
Your first step is a 30-minute virtual intake with a Clinical Director. You’ll leave with a clear recommendation for therapy, testing, or both.
Self-pay practice · Superbills available for out-of-network reimbursement