Meet Our Team
Amber Arteaga | In-Person Therapist in White Plains, NY & Telehealth Statewide
Mental Health Counseling Intern
Supervised by Shakira K. O’Garro, LMHC-D, Director, Cheerful Heart Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Hello! I’m Amber Arteaga, a mental health counseling student at Liberty University, with years of experience in the non-profit world. I was born and raised in NYC and recently spent 5 years serving in cross-cultural ministry in Southeast Asia, giving me the unique ability to connect with people from all walks of life.
My goal is to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental environment in the counseling space. Driven by empathy and a desire to see others thrive, I’m eager to support your healing journey. The ultimate goal is to come alongside you on the walk towards wellness.
My approach takes on learning your story and working through it together. I’m passionate about working with those who experience career shifts, cross-cultural adjustments, low self-confidence or self-esteem, anxiety, stress, and relationship concerns.
While I love to travel, NYC is my home, where I’m building and cultivating new community in this season of life! You’ll probably find me at the latest coffee shop, with a cup of chai and some great friends!
I look forward to connecting with you and building up a safe place to heal!
Schedule with Amber
Affordable & Low-Cost Therapy in White Plains, NY
- Full fee: $125 per 60-minute session
- Open Path Collective: $30 per 60-minute session
- Community Care (Sliding Scale Pricing) Available
I can't afford the full cost of therapy with Shakira at Cheerful Heart; are there other options that are more affordable?
Yes. Cheerful Heart offers lower-cost therapy options through our supervised clinical therapy interns. Working with an intern allows you to receive dedicated, high-quality care overseen directly by licensed clinicians at a fraction of the standard session fee.
Do you offer sliding scale pricing?
Yes, Cheerful Heart offers sliding scale rates to accommodate different financial needs. Our reduced-fee and sliding-scale slots are called Community Care Agreements, ensuring accessible mental health care in White Plains and across New York.
Do your interns see people in person in White Plains?
Yes, our current intern, Amber, and any of our future interns provide therapy in person in White Plains, NY. All interns also offer online therapy sessions for clients living anywhere in New York State.
How can I find affordable in-person therapy in White Plains, NY?
You can access affordable face-to-face therapy in White Plains by scheduling with a therapy intern at Cheerful Heart. Our intern program provides low-cost, in-person counseling at our Westchester County office, making local therapy accessible without high out-of-pocket costs.
What are the benefits of working with a therapy intern in NY?
Working with a therapy intern at Cheerful Heart offers significantly lower session rates, flexible scheduling, and cutting-edge therapeutic approaches. Because every intern receives close weekly supervision from experienced, licensed therapists, you essentially get the expertise of two clinical professionals guiding your care.
Who can see a pre-licensed therapy intern at Cheerful Heart?
Any individual residing in New York State looking for low-cost therapy can work with our clinical interns. We offer in-person appointments at our White Plains, NY location as well as telehealth sessions state-wide for adults, teens, and couples seeking affordable care.
Ready to begin? Book a consultation to get started with Amber.
Contact me today for your free consultation.
