Health Anxiety Therapy in New York
Evidence-based therapy for people caught in health worries, symptom checking, reassurance-seeking, or fear that something is medically wrong.
Evidence-based care
CBT, ERP, EMDR, and
trauma-informed care for anxiety
In-person therapy
Manhattan-based therapy for
clients who prefer in-person care
Online therapy
Virtual therapy for clients
throughout New York State
Affirming support
Care for adults, teens, couples,
BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ clients
When health anxiety starts running your day
In New York, it is easy to normalize stress and keep moving. Health anxiety makes that harder when every sensation feels urgent and every answer feels temporary.
This may look like:
You scan your body for signs something is wrong
You search symptoms and worst-case explanations
You ask for reassurance, but the relief does not last
Your body feels off, and you cannot tell what needs care and what is anxiety
Sleep, focus, work, or relationships start bending around the fear
Care Led by
Dr. Thomas Whitfield
Founder and clinical director of CBT / EMDR Therapy of Manhattan, Dr. Whitfield brings research-informed care to CBT and EMDR therapy in New York.
- Licensed New York psychologist
- Ph.D. in Health Psychology and Clinical Science
- Published researcher
When reassurance wears off
Health anxiety therapy in New York gives you space to slow the alarm, handle uncertainty, and resist the pull to check before fear takes over your day.
This may look like:
You scan your body for signs something is wrong
You search symptoms and worst-case explanations
You ask for reassurance, but the relief does not last
Your body feels off, and you cannot tell what needs care and what is anxiety
Sleep, focus, work, or relationships start bending around the fear
Why Others Trust EMDR / CBT Associates in Manhattan
Clients across New York have shared their experiences working with us.
Ready to stop checking for peace of mind?
Start health anxiety therapy in New York with focused support for the fears, symptoms, and uncertainty that keep pulling you back in.
In-person in Manhattan and online across New York.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about health anxiety therapy in New York.*
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EMDR therapy helps the brain process distressing experiences so they feel less emotionally overwhelming in the present. Through guided bilateral stimulation, we help clients reduce the intensity connected to trauma, anxiety, and painful memories.
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Yes. We often use EMDR therapy to help clients struggling with anxiety, panic, trauma-related stress, and persistent emotional overwhelm, especially when anxiety is connected to distressing past experiences.
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That depends on what is driving the anxiety. CBT helps change thought patterns and behaviors that reinforce anxiety, while EMDR is often helpful when anxiety is connected to trauma or emotionally charged experiences. Many clients benefit from a combination of both.
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The length of EMDR therapy depends on your goals, symptoms, and the experiences you are working through. Some clients notice improvement within a few months, while others benefit from longer-term therapy.
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Coverage depends on your insurance plan and whether your therapist is in-network or out-of-network. You can review our rates and insurance information