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Relationship is at the heart of effective therapy. My central focus at the beginning is to create a safe, non-judgmental space with you so that our therapeutic relationship can grow. I am interested in knowing who you are, how you think, what your desires are, your relationships, what you identify as barriers to being all that you can be--all in order to understand who you are and how you function in the world. I want to work intimately with you to help you find health, wholeness, well-being, creativity, and freedom.

It’s pretty easy to feel stuck these days. Your job feels unstable, dating is endlessly frustrating, or something feels off. Maybe you find yourself questioning, “is this really the right thing for me?” People might have good advice for you, but it doesn’t seem to move you forward. There is so much pressure to have work and relationships all figured out. Perhaps you feel like you’re wasting time not living the life you want. And as a couple, you may be wondering what happened to your connection and joy. The littlest things seem to escalate quickly, leaving you both wondering, “is this relationship hopeless?”

I believe that everyone should have the opportunity to engage in self-reflection at some moment in their lives, whether they are transitioning through a phase or struggling with the daily stressors of everyday life that impact well-being. I envision therapy as a collaborative process between therapist and client in which individuals, through guidance and introspection, can reach the best versions of themselves and develop meaningful relationships, self-fulfillment, and mastery over past and present challenges. I hold a multicultural lens with all clients I encounter and recognize the impact of race, ethnicity, and social context.

I can probably help you, especially if your concerns relate to relationships or sex or gender. I work with individuals and couples, and I have advanced training in treating sexual dysfunctions, sexual and other addictions, and in working with trauma and survivors of childhood sexual abuse. I was a clinical supervisor of graduate students at NYU and I presently supervise therapists in my private practice. I am on the faculty of the Harlem Family Institute , and I also mediate divorces and family or business disputes. I co-authored "The Divorce Mediation Answer Book".

Whether you're seeking Individual or Couple's Therapy, or Professional Coaching, the critical factors are: Do we feel comfortable together, and are you getting help that you could not otherwise get anywhere else in your life? People seek help when they're in pain. The work we do together is to find a pathway out. You must feel seen and understood. You must hear from me compassion, ideas and strategies that move you to a place you didn't think possible. Therapy works and works well so long as the person seeking help is willing work hard and the therapist or coach has the talent, skills and knowledge to inspire change.

You feel hopeless, angst, dread, or freaked out. You feel anxiety and have trouble sleeping, headaches, stress, palpitations, and/or nightmares. You may be struggling in relationship, whether single, and looking for a partner, committed to a partner, or in a recent breakup. You may be stuck at work, not able to get ahead, or unsure if you are in the right profession or company.

So many of us are overwhelmed by the pressures of our fast and exploitative culture which makes us feel chronically anxious, discouraged, riddled by self doubt, and depletes our sense of joy. We are pulled in many directions, and it´s challenging to focus on what really makes us happy. It´s not easy to relax into the knowing of who we truly are: beings capable of great connection, power and love. I will help you heal the parts that pull you away from this knowing, so your Larger Self can shine and take the space it has always meant to occupy.

Challenging the roles society has placed on us can be really difficult, but when we break through these barriers to create our own identities, life can feel so meaningful. My passion is working with individuals and couples, especially people of colour, men, and the LGBTQ community, to re-define themselves into who they truly want to be. By helping individuals be their truest selves in relationships, I also help couples create a more balanced partnership.

NY & DC Residents Only - Life transitions can get messy. We all face times of uncertainty, loss, and endings. Transitions can also mean new beginnings, different relationships, and exploring the unknown in your future and your past. Our sessions are a space to examine roots of systemic oppression, inherited fears, environmental trauma, and harmful labels you were given that you didn't ask for. My role is to walk with you as we examine your patterns for growth, detach what no longer serves you, and map out your mental health wellness journey together.

You're in the right place if you experienced trauma earlier in your life, and you're now going through a big change. Despite already trying talk therapy and to do it yourself, you still feel stuck in the some of the same patterns. Your body has specific reactions that you can't seem to control. You can't stop thinking about the past. You can feel like the world is too much. What's more, you don't want anyone to know. All of this makes it hard to find help that actually works.

I am accepting Telehealth clients M-F, 9-5. Are you working hard and still feeling lost and overwhelmed? Do you have the tendency to put yourself last, while focusing on the many responsibilities of your life? Unfortunately, doing this can make you lose track of who you are and what you really need. I specialize in helping clients increase their self-awareness. Working with you, I can help you to understand your thoughts and behaviors and how to adjust them to better fit goals you have for the life you want. If you are feeling lost, due to pressure from others, yourself, work, or major life changes, I might be a good fit for you!

Is stress doing strange things to your body? Difficulties with family, work, and friends can make our eyes twitch, our jaws clench, and our stomachs ache for weeks on end. If we could...somehow...find the energy to pay attention to what's happening (in our bodies and in our lives), then we could learn what we need to feel better. The truth is, the thought of focusing on any sort of struggle can be scary. I can guide you through this. I'm a compassionate being who is deeply familiar with the mind-body connection, from both sides of the couch. My gift to you today is a wealth of knowledge and experience in suffering and healing.

I help gay/bi/queer men in their late 30s-40s who find themselves in an accomplished and fulfilling career, they are creative, and a go-getter. They often struggle with expressing emotions, feeling emotionally distant, and carrying relational or religious trauma. They grew up being told “You’re so mature for your age” and realizing later in life that this perception of them was the efforts they put into hiding their true identity. Now, they struggle with expressing emotions, feeling emotionally distant, and carrying relational trauma.

Contacting a therapist can feel awkward and scary. Be assured that your internal and external life can and will improve. We can work at a pace you feel comfortable with. We all want freedom from our emotional pain. Worries or anxiety, anger or depression, insomnia, relationship conflict or traumatic memories may lead to escape or excessive dependence upon externals like food, substances, events, experiences and relationships for relief. Escape never leads to peace. Thankfully, we all can learn to find a dependable source of peace inside, in our minds and hearts, no matter the external circumstances. I can help you get there.

Are you someone in a creative industry struggling with anxiety and self doubt? Maybe you have a strong need to be accepted by others and never quite feel good enough. It is hard to feel “good enough” in a job that requires you to be the best in order to land a role or get ahead in your career. If you feel like you’re struggling with perfectionism, imposter syndrome, creative blocks, and anxiety in your life, do not feel alone and like you need to deal with this alone. It’s already hard enough to live in this fast paced competitive environment. Why suffer through it?

The face you show the world may not reflect the way you feel inside. You might seem confident, happy and proficient to others, while privately feeling inauthentic or inadequate. You might notice yourself angry, frightened, lonesome or sad more often than you’d like, or for reasons you don’t quite understand. You might find yourself revisiting past hurts, feeling numb in the wake of difficult, long ago events, or feeling deeply at odds with your own body. Maybe your racial, sexual or gender identities have subjected you to painful familial or societal exclusion or marginalization. Or maybe the world just feels too heavy to bear.

I, as part of City Center Psychotherapy, am offering therapy via video or phone to support your emotional wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, stressed or depressed? Dealing with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) or an unhealthy routine? Recovering from a traumatic experience (PTSD), or dealing with a life transition, physical illness or caregiver stress, or relationship challenges? As a Doctor of Social Work and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I pair complex issues with a variety of therapeutic approaches in a way that suits your individual needs and preferences.

Do you often have the sense you're not in charge of your own life? In overwhelm? I believe difficulties in living are a sign we've outgrown certain habits, behaviors or views. What may have helped us survive in the past doesn't help us flourish in the here and now. So, we find ourselves stuck - in a painful relationship, an unsatisfying job situation, or with unpleasant physical symptoms of anxiety or depression. Our suffering may be a great awakener, calling us out of the sleep of unconsciousness, asking us what it is we really want. I provide a sensitive, warm spaciousness that invites your whole self to address that question.

For most of us, anxiety and stress can inhibit our ability to be fully present. Sometimes, all it takes is a new perspective to find the clarity to create a new reality, build fulfilling relationships, and grow into the best version of yourself. I help women experiencing stress, anxiety, and self doubt to overcome life’s challenges and create healthy relationships. Navigating friendships, dating, and changing family dynamics can be a roller coaster in your 20s and 30s—a time where you might grow apart from old friends, experience roommate conflicts, explore intimacy for the first time, or get clear on what you want out of life.