Therapists in 10016

My goal is to help clients deal with the everyday stresses of life; from depression and anxiety to COVID-related issues and relationship problems; from personal and professional life transitions to issues involving ongoing low self-esteem, grief, and loss. I am a New York State Licensed and Nationally Certified Mental Health Counselor and I received my MA degree in Counseling from New York University. We set our goals together and develop tools to take on challenges with confidence. I work with both individuals and couples and sessions operate through mutual conversation, compassion, and (oftentimes) humor.

If you are experiencing drastic changes in mood, difficult adjustments to life changes, dealing with a recent loss or experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, you don't need to go through this alone. Having the support and guidance of a trained professional can make a difference. I offer services to individuals adults and teenagers of diverse cultural backgrounds who are proactive toward their wellness and are seeking to improve their mood and life conditions.

I help people wanting to heal trauma, including adoptees and others with early trauma, move towards the life and relationships they want. I use the wisdom of the body as well as the mind to work with people on issues of identity, connection, anxiety, depression and how trauma is held in the body, the way the body keeps the score. My goal is to help you find both symptom relief and, if you want it, deeper change. Together we will look at whatever gets in the way of you feeling embodied and connected, and grounded in your sense of self. I work on this with individuals and also in groups (see below, I have two groups for adoptees).

Elisabeth holds a Masters in Counseling from Manhattan College. Elisabeth works with clients who are facing a range of social, emotional and behavioral problems. She comes from a person centered background in which she tailors the therapeutic process to the specific needs of each individual client. Elisabeth integrates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic therapy in order help clients gain insight, identify maladaptive behaviors and develop healthy coping skills. Elisabeth emphasizes the value of the therapeutic relationship and works to establish an environment in which her clients feel comfortable and safe.

I am a licensed mental health counselor, certified Gestalt therapist, and a visiting faculty at a post-graduate psychotherapy training institute. I practice from a body-oriented relational and culturally sensitive approach, specializing in working with survivors of dysfunctional upbringing, acute and chronic trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues.

Therapy is an experience that can benefit everyone. It allows us to take the time to look closely at ourselves. It can help us manage difficult life changes and improve our relationships. Everyone experiences stress and worry, and speaking with a psychologist who is nonjudgmental and objective can help us understand how to achieve our professional, personal, and relationship goals.

Are you struggling with anxiety or depression or a parent of a child or teen who is struggling with anxiety or depression? Searching for the best person to turn to for help can very well be another source of stress. I am passionate about working with children, teens, adults and their families. I fully understand how important developing a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust and understanding can be for one’s road to health and well-being, and I’d be honored to help you along this path.

People come to counseling for different reasons. Perhaps things that appear easy for others are challenging for you. Are you overcoming a painful transition or loss? Do you have a yearning for peace? Or perhaps it may be hard to name, but you know something is not right. I appreciate the courage it requires to take this first step and make a commitment to yourself. I have a holistic and compassionate approach. My commitment to you is that you never feel you are on this journey alone. I will provide a warm space for you to be your authentic self and together we will forge a path toward your goals.

Are you struggling to understand and manage the challenges you are facing? By providing a space in which you can explore root causes and develop healthy thoughts and effective coping mechanisms, I can help. Together we can identify triggers and beliefs that contribute to your troubling thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, with a goal of increased self understanding and less emotional distress. I am deeply committed to helping you understand how your feelings and thoughts impact your perceptions of yourself, your life, and your relationships.

Accepting NEW CLIENTS via Tele-therapy! Whether you are seeking to improve your relationships, increase your overall well-being, or are encountering significant life challenges, I am here to assist you in achieving your personal goals. It is my belief that therapy is an empowering resource that can help you re-author your life. It would be my privilege to work with you in a supportive alliance guided by open respect and acceptance. I am dedicated to providing you with a safe and supportive environment where no topics are taboo and all of your thoughts and concerns may be explored.

As people, we have a deep need to be understood, and one of the most profound ways to do this is in a safe, trusting, and affirming therapeutic relationship. As a therapist, I work with individuals using a psychodynamic approach. My role as such is to help you identify your needs and put your inner experience at the center, engaging both mind and body, so that barriers to your well-being can be lifted. In my practice, I look to be responsive, collaborative, and affirmative when working with folks' intersecting identities and how those identities show up within the therapeutic relationship.

**Offering Telehealth Sessions** My therapeutic style is compassionate, non-judgmental, and provides a safe and open space so that you may express yourself freely. I work with adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, career issues, life transitions, interpersonal issues, low self-esteem, couples’ issues, grief, and cultural and identity concerns. Together we can work towards a better quality of life as we unmask, identify, and process the different areas of your life that are causing such struggles. Then, we will work on developing and utilizing new skills to create a positive path ahead.

Whether it be the pursuit of change and growth, or difficulty coping with chronic physical, psychological, or social issues, seeking psychotherapy can be the first step towards achieving resilience, purpose, and a better quality of life. I work with individuals, families and couples to identify areas of improvement, foster change, cope with symptoms, and maintain progress. For many, a history of trauma (emotional/ physical/ sexual/ financial abuse, abandonment, bullying, domestic violence, etc) or medical difficulties (chronic/terminal illness, pain) can complicate treatment needs. Cases of grief, mood and anxiety disorders can respond differently to psychotherapy when these elements are present.

I'm Raven, a culturally attuned therapist and Life Coach with over twelve years of experience. As a clinician, I utilize my extensive experience to help you compassionately connect with your inner joy. I offer a whole-person, strengths-based, holistic approach that goes beyond the therapy model and recognizes the uniqueness of every person. I love to blend principles of psychodynamic therapy and coaching to help you live your best life. I help you get clear on what you want to do and what's holding you back. Together we create the map to get you to your ideal life.

Are you in despair over a romantic attachment or a difficult career impasse? Maybe its a very complicated family issue you are trying to understand and resolve? Do you feel anxious, blue, stressed, overwhelmed, and without good support? No longer know where to turn to find relief? Maybe you feel frustrated and misunderstood by the important people in your life? Maybe you are after a more gratifying connection; or wish to have your unique voice heard? In our sessions we can uncover your best thinking on the thorniest and most intractable Romantic/Family/Career/Wellness issues.

I am a clinical neuropsychologist and licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in providing comprehensive assessments to children and adolescents with learning and attentional difficulties. My goal is to gain a thorough understanding of your child, including his or her strengths and challenges, in order to provide diagnostic clarity as well as appropriate recommendations so that your child can reach his or her potential. I see the assessment process as therapeutic in nature. As such, I strive to develop strong relationships with families so that together, we can advocate for your child's learning and social-emotional needs.

**Offering Telehealth Sessions** Do you struggle with anxiety or depression? Are you having difficulty in your personal or professional relationships? My interactive and client-centered approach emphasizes your strengths and focuses on personal growth. By exploring your thoughts, feelings and behaviours, I can help you to better cope with and respond to life's difficulties. You will then learn new skills that enable you to make new choices and achieve your goals.

You are like all other people, like some other people, and like no one else. I believe it's far more important to know the person who has a problem, than to know which problem the person has. I am warm, passionate, and committed. I work with patients in a transparent, genuine, and collaborative way. I was trained at Columbia University and Mount Sinai Hospital. I have had many opportunities to lend my insight and support in order to provide a holistic approach to wellness. My experiences have shown me that therapy can be beneficial and useful to people experiencing different levels of distress.

Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, and I am here to work collaboratively with you in an open, supportive, non-judgmental environment. Whether you are experiencing relationship, family or work issues, loss, illness or are just feeling stuck, I would like to help you to experience greater joy and fulfillment in your life.

Nayera utilizes an eclectic approach to therapy that incorporates Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), with components of Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness Therapy. She cultivates a non-judgmental, welcoming atmosphere for clients believing that just as we do not rush a butterfly out of its cocoon, it is imperative to honor each individual’s process, trusting the journey is as beautiful as the destination. She has also treated young adults who aged out of the foster care system, individuals with histories of physical abuse, and survivors of intimate partner violence.