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Our Services

Cheerful Heart offers a welcoming environment where healing and personal growth can take root. Through approaches grounded in research—such as EMDR, ACT, and PE—Shakira supports individuals coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, and the challenges that come with chronic illness. The practice takes a holistic view of wellness, honoring the connection between physical and emotional health, and provides the option to integrate faith as a meaningful part of the therapeutic process.

Kind + Compassionate Care

What We Offer

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  • Whether you’re coping with anxiety, depression, life transitions, or the emotional impact of chronic illness, therapy provides a safe and supportive space to heal and grow. Shakira integrates evidence-based practices—including EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Prolonged Exposure (PE)—to tailor care to your unique needs.

  • Living with endometriosis, autoimmune conditions, or long-term health concerns can feel isolating. Our therapy approach bridges the gap between medical and emotional care, helping you process the trauma of your health journey while finding strength, clarity, and resilience. Faith-based counseling is offered for clients seeking to draw on their spiritual foundation as a source of comfort and strength during their journey.

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful approach for healing trauma, including medical trauma, PTSD, and anxiety. EMDR is available as part of ongoing sessions and, for certain clients, as intensive sessions designed for focused healing. Faith-informed EMDR can be offered for clients who wish to integrate spiritual meaning-making into their trauma recovery.

  • For clients who want to explore the intersection of faith and mental health, we provide counseling that honors and incorporates your spiritual values. Whether you are seeking to strengthen your faith during difficult times, reconcile spiritual questions, or integrate prayer and biblical principles into therapy, faith-based counseling creates a safe space to align healing with your beliefs.

  • For pre-licensed and licensed counselors seeking diagnostic privilege in New York, we offer trauma-informed and reflective supervision. Supervision emphasizes professional growth, ethical practice, and supporting complex client needs such as chronic pain and trauma.

  • An online community designed for women living with chronic illness, offering support groups, expert talks, resources, and a place to feel seen and supported.

  • Merchandise, apparel, and wellness products that amplify awareness around endometriosis and medical trauma, with proceeds supporting advocacy initiatives.

  • As an NBCC and NYSED-approved provider, Shakira will soon be offering workshops for mental health professionals on topics such as Working with Chronic Illness in Therapy and Medical Trauma in Clinical Practice. Future trainings will also explore Faith-Based Counseling and Medical Trauma

  • A raw, heartfelt space where women share their experiences with endometriosis and the medical system—focusing on resilience, advocacy, faith, and collective healing.

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The Heart of Our Care

Elli Chuluo

(Clinical Director)

Gia Raviv

(Lead Therapist)

George Mekler

(Wellness Coordinator)

Talya Sulami

(Psychiatrist)

Abee Chie

(Psychiatrist)

Lily Jonas

(Patient Care Coordinator)

Fair + Transparent Pricing

Service Rates + FAQ

Individual Talk Therapy: $225 per hour

EMDR Therapy: $250 per hour

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Insurances Requested: Aetna, Cigna

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Endo Kin Collective Membership: $27 per month

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All services are HSA/FSA eligible. Superbills will be provided for those who have out-of-network benefits. I partner with Thrizer to expedite this process and make it easier for you to get reimbursed.

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  • You can book online through my secure client portal or by emailing admin@cheerfulheartmhcpllc.com. After scheduling, you’ll receive confirmation and intake paperwork to complete before your session.

  • Yes! Cheerful Heart offers both in-person and virtual sessions.

     

    In-person: Sessions are held at my office in White Plains, New York on Saturdays by appointment.  The address and directions will be provided in your confirmation email.

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    Virtual: Sessions are offered via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. You’ll receive a secure link before your appointment.

  • The initial session is 60 minutes. We’ll review your intake form, discuss your goals, and outline a personalized treatment plan.

    • Completed intake paperwork (submitted online before your session via Sessions Health)

    • Insurance card (if applicable; make sure to upload a picture of the front and back to the online portal)

    • Yourself, as you are - Shakira will meet you where you are

    •  A safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space

    • Discussion of your current challenges and goals for therapy

    • Review of confidentiality, consent, and office policies

    • Time to ask questions and clarify the therapy process

    • Find a quiet, private space with a strong internet connection

    • Use headphones if possible to ensure privacy

    • Test your device and internet connection before the appointment

    • Sessions must be canceled or rescheduled at least 24 hours in advance. To avoid a late cancellation fee, please reschedule within two weeks of your cancellation date.

    • If you’re sick, experiencing an emergency, or need to switch to virtual at the last minute, please let me know as soon as possible. I would be happy to accommodate you if I can.

    • Currently in-network with select insurance providers

    • Out-of-network clients: Superbills available for reimbursement via Thrizer

    • HSA/FSA cards accepted

    • Standard session rate: $225 for individual therapy

  • It’s normal to feel nervous! Remember: therapy is a collaborative process. You don’t need to have all the answers — just a willingness to show up and begin the journey.

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