Dashamelle Russ, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Dashamelle is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Dashamelle is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
More about Dashamelle
- 2 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I focus on anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, and trauma. I primarily work with Black women, Black LGBTQ+ individuals, and clients from racially marginalized communities, exploring how oppression affects mental health. My approach is client-centered and collaborative, as you are the expert in your life. I communicate conversationally, asking questions to help you find your own answers. I’m here to support you, not to tell you what to do.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
- Empire BlueCross BlueShield
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Dashamelle Russ's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568050201.
- LCSW · New York · 100477 · Renews May 2028
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dashamelle Russ offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dashamelle Russ works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Dashamelle Russ speak?
Dashamelle Russ speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dashamelle Russ have?
Dashamelle Russ has 2 years of experience.
Where is Dashamelle Russ licensed to practice?
Dashamelle Russ is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Dashamelle Russ accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Dashamelle Russ accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Dashamelle Russ accept insurance?
Yes, Dashamelle Russ accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, Cigna, and Empire BlueCross BlueShield.
Does Dashamelle Russ accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dashamelle Russ does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dashamelle Russ offer?
Dashamelle Russ offers clients Trauma-Focused Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Dashamelle Russ?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.