• Russell M. Scimeca, LCSW

Services Provided

Contact Me to Discuss Your Particular Situation

Life Coaching

coaching, advancement, career, improvement, mentor, decision-making

Individual Counseling

centered around you, therapy, counseling, direction, meaning

Transitions of Life

transition, grief, loss

Counseling for Children

school, grief, anxiety, divorce, depression

Educational Consultations

education, IEP, parenting

Couples Therapy

couples, communication, hearing, seeing, divorce

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Hello! I'm
Russ Scimeca

As a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am prepared to assist you in managing life's ups, downs and transitions.

I have over 20 years of experience working with families with various needs and challenges. I use varied approaches and techniques to help clients tell their stories and define their futures. While I am the professional, you are the expert in your life, story, and needs so we only proceed according to your comfort level.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect in the first session?

We will talk in-depth about you and what you are seeking help with. You are the expert in your life story and know best what is likely to work for you and what will not. At the end of the first session, we will discuss your experience and together formulate a plan for future goals and sessions, as needed.

That answer varies greatly depending on your situation. The typical individual finds improvement in their functioning after 2 to 10 sessions and decides to discontinue. There is no commitment; you are in charge and determine whether you wish to continue in counseling.

Yes, I do work with select insurance companies.
CDPHP, Fidelis, Excellus, Empire Blue, Aetna, and Martin's Point.
NOTE: I do not accept THE EMPIRE PLAN, which covers many NYS employees.

For those preferring to pay by cash, check or digital payment methods, 53 minute sessions are $125. I can also provide a 75 minute session for those preferring to maximize their time.

Yes, I have a video conferencing link to share where we can meet securely and easily using any browser.

Yes, I accept the following forms of digital payments:
Cash App - https://cash.app/$RussellScimeca
Venmo - https://venmo.com/u/Russell-Scimeca
PayPal - https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/russellscimeca
ApplePay - 518-461-5535

  • Russ is very easy to talk to

    -23 year old female

  • This has been helpful- we'd like to come back again next week!

    -couple

Recent Articles

Recent Posts

March 20, 2019

Family Empowerment Series

in Cooperstown next month to help educate and empower families when dealing with school districts and your child with a disability. Free!   https://www.familyrn.org/news_events/event_calendar.html/event/2019/04/06/family-empowerment-series/241814

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February 8, 2019

Cultivate a Daily Gratitude Practice

This podcast is a brief one. Comedian Max Jobrani discusses a daily practice to help cultivate and pay attention to the small experiences we have each day that make life special. Give it a listen! https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/podcasts/item/maz-jobrani

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February 5, 2019

MARRIAGE!

Here is a great conversation about marriage. It deals with some of the why’s and how’s about the difficulty of sustaining a well-balanced and satisfying married relationship. I highly recommend you give it a listen.

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Call/Text Me

  • Text me your name and that you'd like to schedule an appointment

    518-461-5535

518.461.5535 • 2668 NY-7, Cobleskill, NY 12043 • socialworkerruss@gmail.com

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