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Rachel Astarte

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

6 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In New York

In-Network

Accepting 6 Insurance providers

Meet Rachel

You are an extraordinary masterpiece, uniquely crafted—yet it’s easy to lose sight of how exceptional you truly are. Whatever feels “off” in your life—depression, anxiety, loneliness, low self-esteem, unhealthy relationships, or a lack of fulfillment—is often a symptom of an unbalanced and underappreciated self. Together, we’ll use your current challenges as a guide to build a stronger Foundation of Self, helping you live a more enriching, authentic life. This deep self-work not only transforms you but also strengthens your connections with others and the world around you.

This deep self-work not only transforms you but also strengthens your connections with others and the world around you.

Communication Style

  • Authentic
  • Holistic
  • Humorous
  • Mindful
  • Open-minded

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • Parents
  • Neurodivergence
  • Non-monogamous relationships

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for New York residents

Good to know

Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

I am a lifelong writer, shamanic practitioner, world traveler (when possible), and comedy aficionado.

Insurance Accepted

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#1677 • New York • LMFT

Education

MA - Marriage and Family Therapy, Northcentral University

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

What insurance do you have?

Frequently asked questions

Rachel Astarte accepts UnitedHealthcare/Oxford/Optum, Centivo, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, and Prime Health. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in New York are estimated at $180-250 per session.

Rachel Astarte is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Rachel is licensed to practice in New York, so clients located in New York can book sessions. Rachel’s New York license number is 1677, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Rachel Astarte has been practicing therapy for 6 years. Rachel’s education and training include MA - Marriage and Family Therapy, Northcentral University. Over that time, Rachel has worked closely with Parents, Neurodivergence, and Non-monogamous relationships.

Rachel Astarte works with Parents, Neurodivergence, and Non-monogamous relationships and specializes in Anxiety, Burnout, Couples Therapy, Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns, Stress, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Rachel spends most of their clinical time. Rachel also sees couples together in joint sessions. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Rachel is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Rachel Astarte draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Rachel’s style is authentic, holistic, humorous, mindful, and open-minded. In Rachel’s words: “This deep self-work not only transforms you but also strengthens your connections with others and the world around you.”

Rachel Astarte (she/her) offers therapy in English. Rachel identifies as Biracial/Multiracial.

Rachel Astarte offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Rachel is licensed in New York, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Rachel Astarte is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Rachel will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Rachel’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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