Therapy For NYU Students

Citron Hennessey Therapy is a private counseling practice located in New York. They offer both in-person therapy sessions in Manhattan and secure, HIPAA-compliant online therapy services throughout New York State. Our team of licensed clinicians works with individuals, couples, and students on a wide range of issues, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches that are tailored to meet clients’ goals and unique life experiences.

At its core, Citron Hennessey emphasizes:

• Compassionate, culturally aware care that meets clients where they are.
• Practical strategies and real-world skills (not just insight into problems).
• Flexible scheduling and easy access via digital communication and office visits.

This approach resonates strongly with the college student population, especially those navigating the emotional, academic, and social challenges of a demanding university like NYU.

Citron Hennessey provides tailored therapy specifically for college students, including those at NYU. They understand that student life presents unique challenges, such as academic pressure, personal identity development, social transitions, and worries about future plans.

Highlights of Our Student-Centered Services

Flexible Modalities (Online & In-Person)

• Online therapy: Highly flexible — ideal for students juggling classes, jobs, internships, or living off campus; students can attend sessions from a private space between commitments. Citron Hennessey ensures online sessions are secure and confidential.
• In-person therapy in NYC: For students who benefit from face-to-face interaction, the Manhattan office provides a private, calming environment designed for deeper connection and therapeutic engagement.

Student-Centered Care

Therapy at Citron Hennessey for college students includes:

• Goal-setting that aligns with student needs (e.g., focus, sleep, anxiety, breakup recovery, academic stress).
• Evidence-based practices tailored to student concerns, like CBT, acceptance and commitment therapy, trauma-informed care, and interpersonal skills coaching.
• Collaboration with other providers (e.g., on-campus health services or psychiatrists) when helpful — always with student consent.
• Scheduling that accommodates classes, jobs, and student routines, including evenings and weekends.

Addressing Barriers Students Commonly Face

College students often deal with:

• Long wait lists at campus counseling centers. Citron Hennessey can offer more consistent, ongoing care rather than short-term support only.
• Transition-period stress, international student adjustment, identity questions, and balancing extracurricular demands — all areas the practice is experienced with.

Insurance Participation

Citron Hennessey operates primarily as an out-of-network provider with many major PPO and some POS insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare (and others). They can help verify your benefits and explain any out-of-pocket costs before you begin.

That’s important because being out-of-network means they don’t have contracts with insurance companies in the same way in-network providers do, but you may still be able to submit claims for reimbursement under your insurance plan’s out-of-network benefits.

The NYU Student Health Insurance Plan — typically administered by Wellfleet Group, LLC with a PPO network powered by Cigna — is a required health insurance option for most degree-granting students at NYU.

Guaranteed Access to Services

• NYU students (matriculated in a degree program) have access to services at the NYU Student Health Center (SHC) whether or not they are enrolled in the NYU-sponsored health insurance.
• The SHC is in-network with Wellfleet/NYU plans for basic, comprehensive, and study-away insurance options.
• However, if you see a private provider off campus (like Citron Hennessey), you’re typically accessing out-of-network coverage (unless that provider is also contracted in-network, which Citron Hennessey generally is not).

Reimbursement for Out-of-Network Therapy

Even when you see an out-of-network provider like Citron Hennessey, the NYU student insurance plan usually reimburses a portion of the cost based on the terms of your specific benefits.

• Most NYU plans cover mental health and therapy services — including out-of-network providers — but typically at a lower reimbursement level than in-network providers.
• The exact reimbursement rates vary depending on whether you’re on the Basic vs. Comprehensive plan, and which type of provider you see. Annual brochures detail your specific cost-sharing obligations (copay/coinsurance) and maximum benefits.

Students usually pay Citron Hennessey’s rate at the time of service and then submit a claim to Wellfleet/Cigna for reimbursement under out-of-network benefits — or Citron Hennessey can help submit claims on their behalf. This process results in reimbursement to the student based on the plan’s out-of-network percentage.

Tips for Maximizing Coverage

1. Call the Member Services number on your NYU plan card to ask about specific out-of-network mental health benefits — details such as percentage covered, deductible, and reimbursement procedures.
2. Ask Citron Hennessey for a superbill after your session — an itemized statement you or the practice can submit to your insurance for reimbursement.
3. Know your plan’s explanation of benefits (EOB) so you understand what portion you are responsible for out of pocket.
4. Keep records of all claims and communications with your insurer in case you need to appeal.

Citron Hennessey understands that navigating insurance — especially as a student — can feel overwhelming. To support NYU students:

• They help verify benefits ahead of time, checking your insurance coverage and explaining expected costs before beginning therapy.
• They offer HIPAA-compliant teletherapy so sessions fit into busy university schedules.
• They work with students to create therapy plans tailored to academic calendars and student needs.
• Our intake process is designed to match you with a therapist who fits your goals and preferences, eliminating guesswork and helping you start strong.

When Campus Counseling Services Have Waitlists

NYU’s on-campus Counseling and Wellness Services (CWS) can have long waitlists, especially during high-stress periods like midterms and finals. Many students benefit from the consistency and scheduling flexibility of private therapy when they can’t get immediate appointments on campus.

When You Need Specialized or Long-Term Care

Campus counseling services might focus on short-term support. If you anticipate ongoing or specialized therapy needs (e.g., trauma work, identity exploration, couples therapy), private therapy through Citron Hennessey offers continuity and depth that can better support your long-term goals.

For Students With Complex Schedules

For students managing internships, performances, athletic commitments, or international travel, teletherapy — combined with insurance coverage — allows therapy to continue without interruption.