Marjorie Vail, MHC-LP, Doctoral Candidate

Loss changes us — especially when it touches the heart of parenthood, and as a loss parent, I understand that firsthand. I work with birthing people who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or neonatal loss, helping them find grounding, meaning, and connection in the wake of profound grief. My role is to offer a compassionate and steady space where your story is honored, your emotions are valid, and healing unfolds at your pace.

I also support individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions unrelated to perinatal experiences. Whether you’re struggling with the weight of daily stress, cycles of self-doubt, or the feeling that you’ve lost your sense of balance, I provide a space where you can explore what’s beneath the surface and begin to rebuild from within.

I believe that even after unimaginable pain—or in the midst of ongoing struggle—it’s possible to reconnect with a sense of safety, hope, and wholeness. Together, we’ll work toward integrating your experiences so you can move forward not by “getting over” what’s happened, but by finding a way to carry it with greater peace and strength.

My Approach

My practice is grounded in trauma-informed, evidence-based care that honors both the mind and body’s capacity for healing. I use an integrative approach that draws from:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): to identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns that reinforce anxiety or depression.

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): to cultivate emotional flexibility, values-based action, and self-compassion.

• Memory Reconsolidation: to transform the emotional charge of painful or traumatic memories, allowing for deep nervous system healing and relief.

Therapy with me is collaborative, attuned, and tailored to your individual needs. I bring warmth, presence, and curiosity to each session, supporting you in building insight and practical skills that promote long-term resilience.

Specialties

• Perinatal and Reproductive Mental Health

• Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Neonatal Loss

• Birth Trauma and Postpartum Adjustment

• Subsequent Pregnancy After Loss

• Anxiety, Panic, and Overwhelm

• Depression and Low Mood

• Grief and Life Transitions

• Trauma Recovery and Emotional Regulation

• Identity, Self-Compassion, and Personal Growth

Whats To Expect

• Session Format: Telehealth (secure video sessions)

• Session Length: 55 minutes

• Availability: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday after 4 PM; Some availability on  Mondays and Fridays

• Location: New York 

Credentials & Training

• M.S. Ed, Alfred University; PhD Mental Health Counseling, Pace University (ABD)

• Mental Health Counselor #18-P120725-02

• Advanced training in Trauma-Informed Care and Perinatal Mental Health

• Specialized training in CBT, ACT, and Memory Reconsolidation Techniques

• Memberships: Postpartum Support International

Fees:

Therapy Rates: $150 per 55-minute session
 
Payment: I accept cash, check, and all major credit cards as forms of payment.

Insurance:

Please note that I am not in-network with insurance panels. Depending on your current health insurance plan, you may be eligible for reimbursement in-full or in-part for services paid out of pocket for therapy. During our consultation call I will be happy to verify if your insurance plan is eligible for out-of-network benefits.

Call to Action

You don’t have to navigate this alone. Whether you’re processing loss, feeling stuck in anxiety or depression, or simply yearning for a deeper sense of peace, there is space for your story here.

I invite you to schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation to determine if my approach is a good fit for you. Together, we can begin the work of healing—gently, authentically, and at your own pace.