Founded by the Sisters of the Good Shepherd in 1982, we are named after Maria Droste zu Vischering (1863-1899), a Good Shepherd Sister renowned for her ability to console those who came to her in pain.

Formerly known as Maria Droste Counseling Services NYC, we rebranded in 2022 as Droste Mental Health Services, Inc. to enhance discoverability for those seeking therapy. While our name has changed, our founding values remain unchanged. For over 40 years, we’ve been united in the belief that everyone deserves compassionate, high-quality mental health care. We've proudly served thousands of clients across the New York metropolitan area with accessible and affordable services.

We began with two volunteers dedicated to using their professional skills to give back to the community. Today, Droste has grown to a team of over 20 providers serving more than 200 clients each year. Our clinicians, who come from diverse backgrounds and bring a wide range of clinical expertise, are united in our mission to provide excellent and affordable therapy.

While our roots are grounded in Catholic tradition, our therapy services are not faith-based. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, beliefs (or none at all), and identities—especially members of the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, who have historically faced discrimination and marginalization.