Start Therapy or Psychological Testing with Aspire Psychotherapy
Whether you're ready to get started with psychotherapy or just exploring your options, this page will help you understand where and how we work, and how to take the next step with confidence.
- Evidence-based care
- Inclusive & affirming
- Accessible
Therapy in the Upper East Side of Manhattan, the Hudson Valley, and virtual care across NY, NJ, PA & DE.
Aspire Psychotherapy provides psychological testing in the Upper East Side of Manhattan, the Hudson Valley, and virtually across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware. Our specialties include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and OCD, ADHD testing and executive function support, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, and couples therapy for relationship challenges. Our multilingual therapists provide care in English, Spanish, Russian, and Mandarin—with no waitlist. Meet our full team of psychologists and therapists!
How to Get Started with Therapy or Psychological Testing at Aspire Psychotherapy
We’ve designed a simple, supportive process to help you start psychotherapy or psychological testing in NYC, the Hudson Valley, or virtually across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware.
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 simply a safe space to vent, we’ll begin by clarifying your goals.
Get Matched
From there, you’ll get personally matched with a therapist or psychologist based on the treatment plan, therapy style, and your preferences like day/time, virtual or in-person, and personality type.
Begin with Confidence
Start care knowing you’ve found the right therapist or testing provider. Our team provides inclusive, evidence-based therapy and evaluations so you can move forward with clarity and support.
Leadership That Cares
Your Goals, Our Expertise. A personalized matching process that keeps the focus on you.
Dr. Anya Scolaro (she/her)
Psy.D., LCSW, BCNDr. 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 (they/them)
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
Your questions, answered.
Still wondering about something? A Clinical Director can answer it during your intake.
Book Your IntakeDo you take insurance and what are your fees?
We are an out-of-network boutique psychotherapy practice. This allows us to provide highly personalized care without the restrictions of insurance panels. Session fees range from $175–$450 depending on the provider and service, but on average sessions are $175 - $250. Many clients receive partial reimbursement for therapy in NYC and NJ by submitting out-of-network claims, and we can provide a statement to simplify that process.
How soon can I start therapy or psychological testing?
Because we are a psychologist-run practice with a hand-selected team, there is no waitlist. Most new clients can book an intake within a week and begin therapy for anxiety, OCD, ADHD, couples therapy, or LGBTQ-affirming counseling right away.
What happens during the first session?
Your care begins with a 30-minute intake with one of our Clinical Directors — Dr. Anya Scolaro or Brie Scolaro. We’ll clarify your goals, whether that’s CBT for anxiety in NYC, ADHD testing, or ERP for OCD, and match you with the therapist whose training, expertise, and personality best fit your needs.
Do you offer virtual therapy in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware?
Yes. Aspire provides telehealth therapy and psychological testing consultations across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware. Many clients choose a hybrid model: in-person sessions in our Upper East Side or Hudson Valley offices, combined with the flexibility of online care. Please note that neuropsychological evaluations or psychological testing can only be completed in-person at our Upper East Side or Hudson Valley locations.
Can I request a therapist with specific lived experience or specialty?
Absolutely. Our team includes psychologists and therapists with advanced training in anxiety treatment, ADHD support, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, sports psychology, and couples counseling. Because Aspire is boutique, we match you not only by specialty but also by identity, lived experience, and personality fit - something larger clinics often cannot offer.
What kinds of psychological testing do you provide?
Our clinicians specialize in comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations, including ADHD testing, autism evaluations, learning differences, giftedness, and school accommodations. Testing is directed by our psychologists and goes beyond screening questionnaires to provide a clear roadmap for academic and personal support.
What 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.
In person in NYC and the Hudson Valley, or from home.
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 Therapy or Psychological Testing in NYC? Start Your Intake Today
Beginning therapy isn’t just about scheduling an appointment - it’s about finding a space where you feel seen, supported, and safe to face life’s challenges. Your journey starts with a 30-minute virtual intake ($175) with one of our Clinical Directors — Dr. Anya Scolaro or Brie Scolaro.
Self-pay practice · Superbills available for out-of-network reimbursement