Therapists in 10012

There are countless reasons to engage in psychotherapy. These, especially at the outset, can include concerns like discreet symptoms, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, low self-worth, intimacy issues, disordered eating, compulsive behavior, career stagnation, illness, physical limitation, identity struggles, life transitions, and feeling that there could be more to life. Collaboration with a well-matched professional can allow for a deep working-through with lasting transformation. My goal is to help you live more freely, by working with you to restore and enhance your experience of joy and thriving.

I am a NY, NJ, and CT licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist. I was born and raised in Ireland and received my BA in Psychology from University College Dublin. After coming to the US, I received both my MSW and Ph.D. from Columbia University School of Social Work. I am trained in CBT and DBT, both evidence-based approaches to the treatment of a range of mental health concerns. These therapeutic approaches provide flexible frameworks through which to view presenting issues and are practical and skill-based which allow for gains to be carried forward long after therapy has finished.

Often times, change and life can be hard and it can be debilitating when we are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction or other mental health issues. We seek relief but often our quick fixes only compound our struggles. Having a skilled and compassionate therapist can help you avoid dead ends and find your way home. During our time together, I will prioritize your mental health and help empower you with the tools and support you can use to improve your mood, reduce anxiety, cope with stress, and navigate difficult life transitions in a collaborative environment.

I am clinical psychologist providing therapy and assessment services in Scarsdale and Greenwich. I treat various conditions, such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, social anxiety, and school/work issues. I also focus on life transitions, whether that be a recent move, transition from college, changes in family dynamics, or changes in significant relationships. Furthermore, I have extensive experience in conducting psychological assessments. Therapeutically, I focus on developing teens and adults, where as I provide assessments for all ages.

Being human is hard. If you are experiencing challenges in your relationships, difficulty coping with negative thoughts and feelings, or feeling disconnected from yourself or your goals, you are not alone. While many of my clients outwardly reflect competence and strength, internally, they may feel isolated, stuck, insecure, or unfulfilled. I help my clients connect with their emotions, make meaning out of past experiences, and build self-trust. My support is founded on building a safe space for my clients to better understand themselves, build inner strength, and start living their lives according to their values.

Most of our psychological pain and misery, our inhibitions and limitations in achieving a satisfying life, are the result of primitive anxieties that we carry within ourselves since the very time we were, indeed, really helpless. The psychoanalytic encounter allows one to become wiser and assume more responsibility towards oneself and toward others one lives with, cares for or simply meets in everyday life. It is a method that concentrates on the "Here and Now" and tries to free the mind from old -- and, usually, no longer all that helpful -- ways that we use to defend ourselves from pain.

When life becomes overwhelming, therapy becomes an opportunity to identify barriers to satisfaction, manage the difficulties you are experiencing, and to feel better. I understand that finding the right therapist takes time and making the first call is difficult. When you are ready to do so, I can help you decide how and when you'd like to begin. I offer a warm and supportive space in which you can safely express your worries and concerns. My encouraging and interactive style allows you to explore your circumstances, while equipping you with coping skills to manage when feeling overwhelmed.

As a Trauma Therapist I use an experiential, body-centered approach that focuses on the acceptance, exploration and integration of your authentic experience in the moment. This approach recognizes that our bodies and our emotions hold tremendous wisdom. I will facilitate this process collaboratively and respectfully so you can express yourself, expand your awareness, and examine the patterns and beliefs about yourself that create inner conflict and struggles. You will discover options and choices, and access your potential, so you can find satisfying answers to your questions and concerns. Fundamental and sustainable change in your life is our key objective.

I am a first-generation Filipino-American who is attuned to the issues that immigrants and people of color/multicultural individuals experience. I also specialize in patients with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, grief, and parenting issues. I’m very comfortable working with a wide range of ages (adolescent, college age, young and later adulthood), LGBTQ+ issues, and various forms of relationships. My therapeutic approach is wellness centered. When thought and behavior patterns that once helped you cope and survive aren’t useful anymore, a therapeutic intervention can be helpful.

In our life journey we all go through turbulent patches, unfortunately some last longer than others. Often we stay idle in an unstable state because it is familiar, but not necessarily healthy. I believe that therapy is a space to process your emotions to help achieve a positive equilibrium. Together we can explore your inner feelings while collaboratively working through any personal obstacles. My goal is to help you feel comfortable navigating your life, reach a deeper connection, overcome barriers, and feel confident about your decisions.

I believe as unique individuals, we all have the strength and power within us to help improve our way of life. I am here to serve as an understanding, empathic, and non-judgmental support system as we navigate through the initial concerns that brought you to therapy. Understanding the significant relationship between our own thoughts, experiences, and behaviors will assist in developing a stronger sense of self and a higher form of functioning in the world.

If you're reading this, it means you have already taken the first step toward wellness: you've begun the search for the right therapist for you. In our first sessions, we’ll work to establish goals for treatment so that our later sessions can serve to deepen self-exploration into how we can meet those goals. I am not a smile and nod therapist, but a therapist who will truly be your partner in accessing a higher quality of lived experience.

Throughout life people develop a variety of assumptions, strategies, and behaviors in order to protect themselves and cope with the world around them. Over time, however, we face challenges and circumstances when the ways that we have learned to react and process are no longer effective. I believe that therapy is an opportunity to understand ourselves and the context in which these patterns developed which enables us to make deliberate choices about how we see ourselves and relate to others. By exploring and developing this awareness, clients are able to understand their own agency in their lives and work toward their personal goals

My approach to therapy is empathic and non-judgemental. I work toward helping a person feel safe to say everything and believe that therapy heals largely through the power of the therapeutic relationship. Therapy provides valuable insight into ourselves. When we become conscious of who we are and what we are feeling and thinking we are able to make better choices and lead happier more productive lives.

My goal as a therapist is to create a safe and supportive space to help you to find a greater sense of purpose and trust your unique wisdom. I work collaboratively with individuals and couples to confront issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunction, domestic violence, physical/sexual abuse, complicated grief, sexuality and gender issues, major life changes and chronic health issues including HIV/AIDS. I have experience working with diverse groups and weave an anti-oppressive stance into my understanding of complex issues.

When you lose the ability to connect with others or your connections are unfulfilling, you may choose to settle for just getting by. You may put on a happy face because it seems easier while pushing more painful emotions aside. Maybe you fear if you show your true self you will lose control or worse, be seen as unlovable. You feel stuck - perhaps struggling to even identify what is causing you pain. I get it. Facing fear, shame, self-doubt or past injuries can be overwhelming and the prospect of change daunting, especially when you think you have to do it by yourself.

Alexandra is a licensed psychotherapist, practicing in New York. She has extensive experience working with adolescents and adults, who seek support for their mental health. Within her practice, she has helped clients who have experienced anxiety, depression, grief/bereavement, work-related stress, relationship and family issues. In addition, she specializes in working with intended parent/parents who are experiencing infertility, postpartum difficulties and exploring various family-building options.