Dr. Kirsy De Simone, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

Dr. Kirsy (Kay) De Simone

(She/Her/Hers)

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

Accepting clients
Updated yesterday
10 years in practice

Doctorate-level psychotherapist specializing in the wellness of high achievers in high pressure work and school settings. EMDR-certified. Speak Spanish.

If not NOW then when? Are you tired of just surviving? Are you exhausted from not finding a solid footing while having things you thought would make you happy? Is life endless cosplay? I support high-achievers in pressured settings that juggle success with silent struggles—anxious thoughts, burnout, self-doubt, or trauma they’ve learned to hide well. They crave clarity and meaningful success. They are tired of "powering through." They want tools that work, not just talk therapy. In our work together, we focus on developing emotional agility, creating sustainable strategies, and releasing what is no longer theirs to carry. My practice specializes in helping high achievers overcome anxiety, trauma, and burnout using EMDR, and goal-driven modalities. My clients are ambitious but exhausted—ready for real change, not just talk therapy. I offer weekly online sessions, and in-person EMDR intensives for deep, accelerated healing that leads to clarity, calm, and alignment. You’ve been carrying a quiet weight—balancing ambition with anxiety, success with self-doubt. From the outside, everything looks polished. But inside, you're craving clarity and ease. My work is tailored for individuals navigating elite spaces with invisible burdens. Together, we can recalibrate your inner world to match the life you are building. Reach out

Remote
Speaks English, Italian, Spanish
Emergency number not available
African American/BlackHispanic/LatinxCisgender WomanHeterosexual

Practice hours (EDT)

Sun
closed
Mon
8:00 am 6:00 pm
Tue
8:00 am 6:00 pm
Wed
8:00 am 6:00 pm
Thu
8:00 am 6:00 pm
Fri
8:00 am 6:00 pm
Sat
8:00 am 12:00 pm

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

  • Academic Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Burnout
  • Career
  • Childhood Abuse
  • Chronic Illness/Pain
  • College and School Placement
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Depression
  • Grief and Loss
  • Life Transitions
  • Loneliness/Isolation
  • Perfectionism
  • Personal Growth
  • Physical Stress
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial/Cultural Oppression or Trauma
  • Self-Esteem
  • Social Anxiety
  • Women's Issues
  • Work/Life Balance

Age groups

  • Teens (13-17)
  • Young adults (18-30)
  • Adults (31-64)

Special groups

  • Body positivity
  • Immigrants
  • People of color
  • Professional Healthcare Providers

Treatment specialties

Therapeutic modalities

  • Individual Therapy

Treatments

  • Cognitive Restructuring
  • Culturally-Sensitive Therapy
  • Person-Centered Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Training
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Remote options

  • Video

Payment options

$200 — $250per session

Insurance

In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies

  • Aetna – Connecticut
  • Aetna – District of Columbia
  • Aetna – Florida
  • Aetna – New York
  • Aetna – North Carolina
  • Carelon Behavioral Health – Florida
  • Carelon Behavioral Health – Connecticut
  • Carelon Behavioral Health – New York
  • Centivo – Connecticut
  • Centivo – District of Columbia
  • Centivo – North Carolina
  • Centivo – New York
  • Centivo – Florida
  • Cigna – Florida
  • Cigna – North Carolina
  • Cigna – New York
  • Johns Hopkins HealthCare – District of Columbia
  • Optum – New York
  • Optum – District of Columbia
  • Optum – North Carolina
  • Optum – Florida
  • Oscar – New York
  • Oscar – Florida
  • Oscar – North Carolina
  • Oxford Health Plan – Connecticut
  • Oxford Health Plan – Florida
  • Oxford Health Plan – North Carolina
  • UHC – New York
  • UMR – North Carolina
  • United HealthCare – District of Columbia
  • United HealthCare – Florida
  • United HealthCare – North Carolina
  • Documentation provided for patient filling
  • In-network insurance
  • Out-of-pocket
  • Out-of-network insurance
  • I offer a free consultation

Payment methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Online

Credentials

Licenses

  • LCSW

    0875101, New York

  • LCSW

    11339, Connecticut

  • LCSW

    C013493, North Carolina

  • LCSW

    LC50082717, District of Columbia

  • Independent Social Worker Telehealth Provider

    1463, South Carolina

  • Independent Social Worker Telehealth Provider

    TPSW2799, Florida

Certificates

  • Certified EMDRIA provider

    EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)

    What is an EMDRIA Certified Provider? An EMDRIA Certified Therapist™ is a licensed mental health professional who has met rigorous standards set by the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) to demonstrate advanced competence in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. What is an EMDRIA Certified Provider? An EMDRIA Certified Therapist™ is a licensed mental health professional who has met rigorous standards set by the EMDRIA.

Education

  • University of Alabama - Advanced Clinical Track

    DSW (Doctor of Social Work), 2024

    DSW Clinical Track at The University of Alabama prepares clinicians to deliver advanced, evidence-based care and lead in complex behavioral health setting

  • Adelphi University, NY

    MSW (Master of Social Work), 2015

    Advanced clinical training focused on evidence-based psychotherapy, trauma-informed care, and high-acuity populations, preparing clinicians to lead with p

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