Racial Identity Therapists in 10017

I am a Clinical Social Worker, licensed in New York State and Louisiana, and I have been practicing in New York City for over a decade. I am dedicated to the service of all people, with a special interest in supporting the healing and empowerment of Black and Brown women whose lives are burdened by anxious distress.

How many times have you said to yourself, "I've got to stop doing this"? And then you do it again. I know because I've worked with hundreds of people, individually and in groups, who have said the same thing. But together we have found a way to get them unstuck and onto a path of increased self-esteem and happiness. Whether the issue is putting unhealthy food in your body or not effectively communicating, I'm here to help you identify the patterns that are keeping you stuck so that you can take charge of your life.

ONLY OFFERING VIRTUAL SESSIONS RIGHT NOW: Maybe things aren’t working out the way you want or expected them to, and you don’t know how to make changes that will stick. What’s getting in the way? Are you having difficulty communicating and navigating intimacy issues with your partner; tolerating intense feelings or moods; reconciling a traumatic history? Whether it be in our loves or careers, parenting, facing illness and loss, or just watching ourselves and our partners age — all too often, in the midst of this complex and busy life, we find ourselves wondering: what do I do now? How do I best respond?

You’re looking for a therapist who will get you and help you feel unburdened by emotional pain. You're ready to heal and better understand who you are - to feel more comfortable, confident, and content. In our work together, you’ll gain awareness of your emotions, where they come from, and what to do with them. We’ll work to alleviate your pain by exploring your patterns of relating to yourself and to others.

I am passionate about creating a warm, safe, and inclusive atmosphere for all persons. I empower individuals to feel seen and freely express themselves throughout our work together. In my clinical work, I collaborate with clients to identify their personal goals and strengths, deepen insight, and navigate various life experiences. With all clients, I aim to cultivate acceptance and self-compassion. My hope is for all clients, including those who have endured trauma, to feel safe in their body and supported in their experience. I am patient, humble, and continuously inspired by the opportunity to sit with others on their journey.

Bérengère has a deep desire is to give individuals room to share their “broken pieces;” their scars, stories, experiences, perspectives, and struggles. She longs for them to consider: what does beauty look like for them? How can she help them envision a future laced with hope? She aims to walk alongside clients with gentleness and non-judgment, while offering and providing necessary tools and strategies aimed to shift belief systems and behaviors that aim to bring them harm; this is done with her unyielding belief that everyone has a story worthy of being heard, made sense of, and transformed.

NY/NJ - Schedule No-Cost Consultation at : www.politepsych.com - I'm a licensed (LMHC, LPC) and Board Certified (NCC) Psychotherapist. I work non-judgmentally with adult individuals and couples seeking growth due to transitional life changes, or simply overall personal improvement. My therapeutic approach is cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused and holistic in nature, focusing on the whole individual and taking into account personal, circumstantial, and social factors. Specifically for couples, my approach is structured and rooted in the Gottman Method.

Most folks I collaborate with are navigating the aftermath of trauma or adverse experiences, seeking pathways to healing. They confront challenges such as C-PTSD, eating concerns/body image issues, and codependency, with the aim of identifying triggers and managing unwanted behaviors more effectively. Their journey is towards processing past traumas, fostering resilience, and reclaiming their lives. They aspire to convert their pain into strength, nurturing healthier relationships with both themselves and the surrounding world.

Virtual only- I specialize in intersectional identity, trauma, and learned intimacy/ vulnerability as inhibitors to fostering/ restoring trust, relational satisfaction, and reconciliation with your former self. My approach in clinical practice is solution-focused, relational, and skill-building, however requires my ideal clients to be deeply committed to reconstructing long standing beliefs and judgments. With over 12 years of both research and clinical practice, I treat common concerns such as mood disorders, TBI / ABI, OCD/ compulsive behaviors, bipolar disorders, disordered eating, narcissism, and relational/ intimate conflict.

Dominica Aufiero is an LCSW who holds a holistic view on healing and deeply values the client-therapist relationship. She believes that creativity is the essence of psychotherapy. Valuing her clients’ partnership in their healing journey, Dominica invites them to explore their inner insights and creativity under her therapeutic guidance. She utilizes various clinical approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), culturally sensitive, eclectic, integrative, Jungian, humanistic, transpersonal, strength-based, and Gestalt therapies.

Everyone has the potential for greatness, it's a matter of how we learn to use life's experiences, challenges and triumphs to actualize the best of who we are. My goal is to work together to build on your strengths to help make lasting changes and move towards leading a content and fulfilling life. Working in the mental health field for over 20 years, I have worked with a wide range of individuals specifically LGBTQ singles and couples. I use a straight forward and supportive approach to help you understand and work through your struggles.

Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADHD, PTSD, Peer/Intimate/Family Relationships, Shame, Worthlessness, Dating, Self Esteem, BIPOC Mental Health Issues, Young Adult Issues, Body Image, Grief and Bereavement, Bipolar Disorder, Identity, Addictive Behaviors, Intrusive Thoughts

Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, ADHD, Intimate/Family/Peer Relationships, Phobias, Self-Esteem Issues, Panic Attacks, Panic Disorder, Grief & Bereavement, Life Transitions, Dating, New to the City

I aim to work with people from where they truly are in life, no matter how difficult. My patients come from every race, orientation, and ethnic or religious background. They confront a wide range of adversities and challenges. And they arrive with many different experiences and strengths. Perhaps the only thing they have in common is a desire to live to the best of their ability.

Psychotherapy is to the mind what the immune system is to the body. It protects and strengthens. Our mental health is a measure of how strong the relationships in our lives are. Our sense of wellbeing is linked to our ability to create and sustain healthy connections with other people. When our needs for safety, trust or atunement haven't been met; where there was or is neglect, abuse, or other traumas, our nervous system's capacity to regulate feelings gets compromised. Read more at www.drnaomikehatibronner.com

Are you experiencing emotional and relational difficulties, betrayal trauma, religious trauma, anxiety, depression, or struggling to process traumatic experiences or challenging relationships? Do you feel like you are lost or that your life is stuck and you are not able to experience the joy of life? Are you feeling that your world has been turned upside down and are having difficulty finding stability? If so, I would like to offer you a safe, non-judgmental, collaborative, therapeutic, and supportive space to help you overcome these issues and move towards a state of relational, emotional, mental, spiritual, and behavioral health.

Life is amazing yet difficult. People are always adapting to change whether they want to or not. These adaptations can take a toll on us which is why its always important to check in on you, yea the inner you, and make sure that "you" are okay. That is why seeking a therapist is top priority. I provide support for individuals, couples, families, and groups. I support all individuals and am an Ally for inclusivity regarding race, religion, ability, gender, sexuality, body type, and age. I also have experience working with Neurodivergent individuals both verbal vocal and non-verbal vocal. I work with adults, children, and teens.

Zarin Yaqubie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who brings an eclectic lens to her therapy practice. With a deep understanding of each individual’s unique and complex clinical needs, Zarin fosters an attuned and interactive therapeutic relationship. She firmly believes that therapy provides a powerful space to explore and overcome life stressors and deeply-rooted patterns, leading to more fulfilling and meaningful life experiences.

Swaroopa Dundon is a Licensed Mental health Counselor who is experienced in offering therapy across the lifespan. Swaroopa works with clients by gently examining thoughts and feelings to get to the root cause of symptoms such as Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Esteem and Perfectionism.