Therapists in 10021

Desires drive our lives—what we want, when, and how. Our efforts are focused on moving towards what we desire and away from what we do not want. The more inflexible or rigid our desires become, the more disappointment and anger we feel when faced with undesired outcomes. Frequently, in our pursuit of fulfilling these desires, we may drift away from aligning with our values or becoming the person we aspire to be. And that can be painful. Anxiety and fear often become ingrained habits aimed at avoiding undesired outcomes—”a need for control to achieve what I want or to ensure I don’t get what I fear.”

If you are experiencing conflict in your personal relationships, I can help. I will teach you how to shift unconscious patterns that keep you stuck in painful relationships and move your life forward. Life is too short to be unhappy and sad. If you are serious and committed to changing yourself, your relationships and your life, then I am the therapist for you!

With experience and compassion, I provide support and guidance to individuals navigating life's challenges. I specialize in ADHD, trauma, relationship issues, executive functioning, and stress management. I help my clients gain awareness, provide practical strategies, and achieve their personal goals. Whether it’s you and/or your child with ADHD, I provide tailored supports to help you navigate challenges and find balance in all aspects of life. No matter the specific challenges you may face, I provide a safe space to explore emotions, improve communication, and cultivate healthier connections.

With her warm energy and vibrant personality, Colette fosters a safe, comfortable space where her clients feel supported and understood as their most authentic selves. Colette recognizes the magnitude of challenges that impact an individual’s mental health, and is committed to helping her clients navigate both their most difficult and most celebratory times in their lives. Colette’s clients have described her as personable, thoughtful and reliable. She listens without judgement, and will challenge her clients where she sees fit for their growth. And of course, she always leaves room for both tears and laughter.

Are you living the life you want? Stuck or unsatisfied in your relationships? Tired and depleted? Maybe you have friends, but find yourself wondering who you would really call in the middle of the night. Or your romantic relationship feels stuck, like you are repeating the same pattern over and over. We all know that deeper connection and intimacy are necessary for a more satisfying life, yet we feel that we are not getting what we need or want. Or maybe your pain is related to your job. You are working hard but not getting the recognition you crave. For many of us, we feel depleted or anxious and don't fully understand why.

I believe that symptoms are the psyche's way of communicating, urging us to delve deeper into understanding and nourishing our inner selves. I aim to foster acceptance and understanding, even of the parts of ourselves we may find objectionable, recognizing their inherent value in our journey towards wholeness. Together, we'll explore the depths of your experiences, understanding that the work is often most intense where the soul resides. We will also clarify your values and character strengths within the fluid fabric of human experience. My goal is to support you in living with greater clarity, peace, intuition, and sense of self.

Video Telemedicine and virtual meetings are preferred. Speak with me from your home, office, or any private location you choose. I treat patients with Anxiety, Depression, Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Attacks, Alcohol Abuse, Alcoholism, Drug Abuse/Addiction, Opioid Abuse/Addiction. There are medications available that improve these mental health conditions. With careful monitoring and on-going discussion we find the right medication and treatment plan to improve your mental health. With improved mental health there is often a significant improvement in your family, social and work life.

We all come with unique experiences and circumstances therefore, I customize each session to reflect the specific needs of my clients. Working with men on the variety of concerns they face everyday is truly a passion of mine. Providing a safe venue for men to freely communicate and candidly express themselves is essential to the therapeutic process. Together we will work towards exploring potential areas of growth and improvement utilizing empathy, awareness and effective communication. I treat a variety of issues and especially enjoy working in a 1:1 format.

Are you looking to reframe your thoughts? Are you looking for a kind and nurturing, yet assertive approach to your care? I provide an environment that is welcoming and inviting. My hope is that you will feel safe and supported in a space that focuses on a person centered treatment. We will focus on your strengths and goals. I utilize a cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, motivational interviewing, and solution focused approach to care. Let me help you navigate through all of the challenges and transitions life throws your way!

Making the decision to come to therapy is a difficult & courageous one. We understand this & make every effort to create safety while challenging our clients to create the life they want. We specializing in treating couples who are struggling with communication challenges, sexual concerns, sexual dysfunction, parenting, recovering from affairs (emotional & physical). We have therapists who specialize in kink, nonmonogamy, sexual addiction, eating disorders, and healing from trauma/grief. We know how chaotic people's lives are, so we have availabity seven days a week & have evening hours. We look forward to helping you.

Therapy is helpful when something in your life challenges your ability to live deeply and fully. In our work together we address what is in your way. It might be anxiety, depression, interpersonal issues, chronic stress, illness, trauma or something else unique to your history. Life presents many challenges, and finding the right support when you need it can make a huge difference. Everyone has the capacity to live with more clarity, connectedness and joy, and it's my pleasure to assist in enabling that.

To others, or on paper, your life may look great, but you still feel unfulfilled. My clients are New Yorkers who want more, and often they feel uncomfortable sharing these insecurities with family or friends. Whether you are experiencing career challenges, struggling with family issues, or spending hours fruitlessly swiping on dating apps, you know you need to break the cycle. I provide a safe, empathetic space and a solutions-based approach to explore areas of concern. I also work with clients to identify the issues underlying a feeling of general malaise. Sometimes we just don’t know what we don’t know.

Do you often find the voice of your inner critic to be louder than your own? Are you feeling disconnected from the person you "once" were? As we go through life, our self worth and sense of direction is frequently challenged, leaving us feeling anxious, stressed and lost. The pressure to live up to expectations of being the perfect partner, parent, child, friend or employee, often causes us to lose sight of our strengths and holds us back. Through our therapeutic work, I aim to help each person rediscover themselves, and grow a sense of self compassion to create long lasting changes!

NOTE: I now accept insurance through Headway.co for clients in New York State ONLY -- If that changes for clients in other states, I will update here. How we think about our history, experiences, and relationships can center us, or can throw us off-balance and cause us to get stuck. I help clients examine how they are spending their time and energy and help them to make manageable change in line with their values. As we work together, we will uncover what it is you value -- what is important to you. We will work together to make shifts to increase happiness and lead to greater connectedness and clarity.

Who we are, who we want to be, and how we show up can be different! I understand firsthand how the intersectionality of the multiple identities we all carry, along with life experiences can have a profound impact on our wellness and equilibrium. The great news is, I believe we all possess the skills necessary to develop into the best version of ourselves while acknowledging all of our individual parts that make us unique. Most importantly, it is never too late to start on the journey of self-discovery and transformation and as your therapist, I'm here to facilitate hope and support that journey.

Substance use and life changes are an all too common experience; millions struggle every year. It’s not a personal or moral failing but rather a complex health issue that requires support and resources. Connecting with medical professionals specializing in substance use disorder targets your specific experience and creates meaningful connection in sessions. Talking it through can spark growth, leading to lasting change so you can feel better. I also specialize in Anxiety, Life Changes, Panic Attacks, and Depression. I welcome you, regardless of where you’re starting.

Opher Shamir (he/him) is a licensed creative arts therapist and registered drama therapist who specializes in mind-body connection, relationships, and social-cultural aspects of mental health across the lifespan. Opher uses evidence-based techniques to individualize the treatment for each person or family with whom he works. His approach is strength-based and follows the principles of the Disability Justice Movement. Opher adjusts himself to the communication style, abilities, and interests of each client, appreciating difference while also providing tools to expand self-expression and agency over one’s life.

I provide supportive, strength-based therapy for clients facing a variety of mental health challenges. Whether you have a specific issue or are curious to explore yourself more, I will support you in diving deeper into yourself and the world around you to release old patterns and habits, identify places you feel stuck or held back, and create the life you want to be living. My style is warm and affirming with an emphasis on empowering clients. I value down-to-earth communication, humor when appropriate, and authenticity.

In my current virtual practice I am working with many age groups dealing with the anxiety of trying to cope: with getting ready for college; with city life and roommates; with relationship partners; with making decisions to move ahead with relationship commitment, or not and if so, how; all ages attempting to cope with remote work and cramped living arrangements; and the pain and changed nature of our current city life. I help patients seeking relationships, fixing them and leaving them.