Priscilla Liriano-Tuftan, MPH, MSW, LCSW

(She/Her)
Preferred Name: Priscilla

About Me

Priscilla Liriano-Tuftan is a Latina, psychotherapist, licensed clinical social worker in NY, NJ, and CT who understands how mental health impacts young adults, seniors and working class families. For over 14 years, she has worked throughout NYC in child welfare, community programs focused on seniors and families, and in hospitals working closely with doctors, nurses, researchers, social workers, EMS and security. She managed a dementia outpatient program and worked her way up to clinical director of a children's evaluation center. As a mom and military wife, she also understands the demands of parenting, stress from separating from loved ones and having to make quick changes in routines. She understands the pressure of balancing work with family and taking risks in becoming an entrepreneur.

Education & Experience

Priscilla has a master's in public health from Columbia University and a master's in social work from Stony Brook University. She has a license in clinical social work in NY, NJ, and CT.

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

Headway, Alma, Grow Therapy, Psychology Therapy

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Family Issues
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Marriage/Relationship Issues
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Stress Management
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adults
  • BIPOC
  • First Responders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Seniors
  • Veterans/Military

Language

  • English
  • Spanish

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Sliding Scale
  • UnitedHealth