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Aliza Boim
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
I understand the choice to be vulnerable with a stranger is not easy and I appreciate that it takes time to build trust. I am warm and nonjudgmental. I want you to feel safe and understood. I practice individual and group therapy with clients ranging in age from adolescence to geriatrics. I have an integrative approach, drawing from different therapeutic styles so that I can meet your unique needs and goals. Those styles include psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based therapy grounded in dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
I understand the choice to be vulnerable with a stranger is not easy and I appreciate that it takes time to build trust. I am warm and nonjudgmental. I want you to feel safe and understood. I practice individual and group therapy with clients ranging in age from adolescence to geriatrics. I have an integrative approach, drawing from different therapeutic styles so that I can meet your unique needs and goals. Those styles include psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based therapy grounded in dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
(631) 540-1020 View (631) 540-1020
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Danielle Rosenthal
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
The main modality I utilize is a psychodynamic approach, while integrating CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing.
As a licensed social worker, I primarily work with adults, young adults, and teens of various backgrounds who are overwhelmed, anxious, depressed and experiencing life changes. I am passionate about working with individuals to help them work through their emotions during challenging situations. I work with clients to provide skills best suited for them, while addressing the cause of their emotions and behaviors.
The main modality I utilize is a psychodynamic approach, while integrating CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing.
As a licensed social worker, I primarily work with adults, young adults, and teens of various backgrounds who are overwhelmed, anxious, depressed and experiencing life changes. I am passionate about working with individuals to help them work through their emotions during challenging situations. I work with clients to provide skills best suited for them, while addressing the cause of their emotions and behaviors.
(646) 849-2047 View (646) 849-2047
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Kathryn Bruning
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I help my clients improve and repair relationships, alleviate stress and anxiety, identify and challenge maladaptive thoughts and behaviors, and ultimately find the inner strength to live their best lives. Understanding that our experiences aren’t just held in memories to be processed or discarded, I integrate psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Positive Psychology and Strength Based, Feminist Therapy models to provide the space for clients to transform.
I help my clients improve and repair relationships, alleviate stress and anxiety, identify and challenge maladaptive thoughts and behaviors, and ultimately find the inner strength to live their best lives. Understanding that our experiences aren’t just held in memories to be processed or discarded, I integrate psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Positive Psychology and Strength Based, Feminist Therapy models to provide the space for clients to transform.
(914) 350-4992 View (914) 350-4992
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Kimberly Hershenson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC-T, Esq
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I am trained in Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) by Behavioral Tech.
Throughout my career I have worked successfully with clients who have experienced issues such as Eating Disorders, Body Image, Addiction, Motherhood Issues (fertility, loss, parenting), Anxiety, Depression and Other Mood Disorders, Relationships and Grief/Loss. My aim is to create a warm, supportive, and safe space for my clients to help achieve their personal goals. Together we can work on understanding feelings and behaviors regarding your areas of concern while helping you to practice healthier coping mechanisms in order to fully participate in life. I work with individuals and couples and specialize in working with performers.
I am trained in Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) by Behavioral Tech.
Throughout my career I have worked successfully with clients who have experienced issues such as Eating Disorders, Body Image, Addiction, Motherhood Issues (fertility, loss, parenting), Anxiety, Depression and Other Mood Disorders, Relationships and Grief/Loss. My aim is to create a warm, supportive, and safe space for my clients to help achieve their personal goals. Together we can work on understanding feelings and behaviors regarding your areas of concern while helping you to practice healthier coping mechanisms in order to fully participate in life. I work with individuals and couples and specialize in working with performers.
(914) 743-3271 View (914) 743-3271
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Joselouita Joint
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
I integrate techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, ensuring a therapy experience.
Hello, I'm Joselouita Joint, committed to guiding you towards mental and emotional well-being. With a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in Mental Health Counseling, I offer more than therapy; I'm your partner in personal growth Customized Therapeutic Approach: My practice values your individuality. Whether facing depression, anxiety, self-esteem, or relationship challenges, I use a blend of CBT, ACT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing for a unique therapy experience. A Respectful and Understanding Environment: In our sessions, you're a valued individual, where every voice is heard.
I integrate techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, ensuring a therapy experience.
Hello, I'm Joselouita Joint, committed to guiding you towards mental and emotional well-being. With a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in Mental Health Counseling, I offer more than therapy; I'm your partner in personal growth Customized Therapeutic Approach: My practice values your individuality. Whether facing depression, anxiety, self-esteem, or relationship challenges, I use a blend of CBT, ACT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing for a unique therapy experience. A Respectful and Understanding Environment: In our sessions, you're a valued individual, where every voice is heard.
(914) 350-6742 View (914) 350-6742
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Rachel Parodneck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I utilize an eclectic style, incorporating CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based treatment methods to help you move forward in your life in a way that is right for you.
I believe that the foundation of effective therapy is the therapeutic relationship between a therapist and a client. Without that, there is no way for trust to be built and no progress to be made. I specialize in treating adults who are struggling with mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, addiction, and those experiencing infertility. I work with individuals and run groups. I know that change is not easy. I am dedicated to helping my clients create the life they've always wanted, and living it to their full potential!
I utilize an eclectic style, incorporating CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based treatment methods to help you move forward in your life in a way that is right for you.
I believe that the foundation of effective therapy is the therapeutic relationship between a therapist and a client. Without that, there is no way for trust to be built and no progress to be made. I specialize in treating adults who are struggling with mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, addiction, and those experiencing infertility. I work with individuals and run groups. I know that change is not easy. I am dedicated to helping my clients create the life they've always wanted, and living it to their full potential!
(646) 798-5549 View (646) 798-5549
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Anna Resnikoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
Through my education and training I have learned to help individuals, couples and families move from a place of self-doubt, depression, anxiety, and shame toward self-actualization and greater authenticity so they may feel truly comfortable (and powerful) in their own skin through the use of CBT, DBT, and Family Systems Therapy.
Sometimes it feels like the world conspires against our authenticity. We often face pressure to be someone we’re not, or to paper over our complex identities for others’ comfort and ease of understanding. I was born in Austin, Texas to a Caucasian mother and African-American father before I was adopted by my Jewish parents at 2 days old. I faced judgement and pressure to choose binary race and class identities, whether they suited me or not. Navigating these pressures helped me deepen my empathy for others, my curiosity about other people, and a sensitivity to anyone who feels unheard, disregarded, or misunderstood.
Through my education and training I have learned to help individuals, couples and families move from a place of self-doubt, depression, anxiety, and shame toward self-actualization and greater authenticity so they may feel truly comfortable (and powerful) in their own skin through the use of CBT, DBT, and Family Systems Therapy.
Sometimes it feels like the world conspires against our authenticity. We often face pressure to be someone we’re not, or to paper over our complex identities for others’ comfort and ease of understanding. I was born in Austin, Texas to a Caucasian mother and African-American father before I was adopted by my Jewish parents at 2 days old. I faced judgement and pressure to choose binary race and class identities, whether they suited me or not. Navigating these pressures helped me deepen my empathy for others, my curiosity about other people, and a sensitivity to anyone who feels unheard, disregarded, or misunderstood.
(347) 802-0943 View (347) 802-0943
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Bridget Fox
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
Bridget’s therapeutic approach draws on a variety of modalities, from psychodynamic to DBT, and she will use that flexibility to adapt to your individual needs. She will take care to understand your broader social context, and work with you to find solutions that feel realistic and manageable.
Bridget’s therapeutic approach draws on a variety of modalities, from psychodynamic to DBT, and she will use that flexibility to adapt to your individual needs. She will take care to understand your broader social context, and work with you to find solutions that feel realistic and manageable.
(914) 344-6608 View (914) 344-6608
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Aura-Maria Morales
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I have training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPT for PTSD), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).
I center culture and the intersectionality of your identities in my work as a therapist. I was trained psychodynamically, which means that I pay close attention to unconscious processes guiding your behavior. I offer insight into these dynamics to help you move forward with your life goals. My clinical interventions are also grounded in efforts to challenge the ways in which you may be affected by systems of oppression.
I have training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPT for PTSD), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).
I center culture and the intersectionality of your identities in my work as a therapist. I was trained psychodynamically, which means that I pay close attention to unconscious processes guiding your behavior. I offer insight into these dynamics to help you move forward with your life goals. My clinical interventions are also grounded in efforts to challenge the ways in which you may be affected by systems of oppression.
(646) 798-1508 View (646) 798-1508
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Rebecca Kelso
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem. I specialize in helping people who are navigating difficult life transitions and looking to gain insight about their emotions, relationship patterns, and personal history. My style is warm, engaged, and collaborative rather than one-sided. I integrate techniques from evidence-based practices of somatic psychotherapy, parts work, DBT, and cognitive-behavioral therapy to help you find new skills to handle your challenges.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem. I specialize in helping people who are navigating difficult life transitions and looking to gain insight about their emotions, relationship patterns, and personal history. My style is warm, engaged, and collaborative rather than one-sided. I integrate techniques from evidence-based practices of somatic psychotherapy, parts work, DBT, and cognitive-behavioral therapy to help you find new skills to handle your challenges.
(347) 286-4688 View (347) 286-4688
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Olivia Mandelbaum
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
I draw from a variety of disciplines, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), family and group therapy, as well as attachment and mentalization-based psychodynamic psychotherapy.
I am a NY State licensed psychologist with a private practice on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. I specialize in therapy for adolescents and younger adults suffering from past traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, and low self-worth. My intention is to create a safe and compassionate space to help individuals better understand and overcome blocks in self-acceptance and interpersonal difficulties. I also help people set and achieve goals related to academic or professional development. Former clients have found me to be perceptive, helpful, and warm.
I draw from a variety of disciplines, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), family and group therapy, as well as attachment and mentalization-based psychodynamic psychotherapy.
I am a NY State licensed psychologist with a private practice on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. I specialize in therapy for adolescents and younger adults suffering from past traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, and low self-worth. My intention is to create a safe and compassionate space to help individuals better understand and overcome blocks in self-acceptance and interpersonal difficulties. I also help people set and achieve goals related to academic or professional development. Former clients have found me to be perceptive, helpful, and warm.
(914) 424-0909 View (914) 424-0909
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Dr. Amber Belcher
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
Have you noticed that you have been feeling stuck, overwhelmed by your emotions, or preoccupied by certain thoughts? Often psychological pain has more to do with how we fight and judge our thoughts and feelings, and we end up in an exhausting internal struggle that we cannot win. I will work with you to explore this struggle, gain distance from it, and learn strategies to reduce its influence on your life. I have an active, warm and non-judgmental style. My work integrates Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), with motivational enhancement directly at the core.
Have you noticed that you have been feeling stuck, overwhelmed by your emotions, or preoccupied by certain thoughts? Often psychological pain has more to do with how we fight and judge our thoughts and feelings, and we end up in an exhausting internal struggle that we cannot win. I will work with you to explore this struggle, gain distance from it, and learn strategies to reduce its influence on your life. I have an active, warm and non-judgmental style. My work integrates Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), with motivational enhancement directly at the core.
(929) 416-3242 View (929) 416-3242
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Kate Napolitano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
Clinically, I'm trained in modalities like CBT, DBT, creative therapies, and more.
Hi, I'm Kate! I'm an LCSW based in NYC and the lower Hudson Valley. Right now, I provide several telehealth-only services: counseling, life coaching, dating/sex coaching, and general psychotherapy. I have an MA in Human Sexuality from NYU, and a masters in Social Work from Fordham University, and ten years' clinical experience. I work with young adults, and adults, helping them with a variety of issues. However, my areas of focus include: sexuality, relationships, trans/nonbinary/gender identity issues; kink/poly/alt-lifestyle concerns. Coaching for artists & writers; career coaching, and weight management, bariatric surgery issues.
Clinically, I'm trained in modalities like CBT, DBT, creative therapies, and more.
Hi, I'm Kate! I'm an LCSW based in NYC and the lower Hudson Valley. Right now, I provide several telehealth-only services: counseling, life coaching, dating/sex coaching, and general psychotherapy. I have an MA in Human Sexuality from NYU, and a masters in Social Work from Fordham University, and ten years' clinical experience. I work with young adults, and adults, helping them with a variety of issues. However, my areas of focus include: sexuality, relationships, trans/nonbinary/gender identity issues; kink/poly/alt-lifestyle concerns. Coaching for artists & writers; career coaching, and weight management, bariatric surgery issues.
(845) 443-7244 View (845) 443-7244
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Liora Bensoussan
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
I draw from cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy but also integrate a relational style.
If you are looking for help, it likely means you've been struggling for quite some time. Whether you are navigating relationship or sexual difficulties, anxiety, trauma, or depression, the experience of being in pain can be an isolating and lonely space. My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, acceptance, and self-exploration to facilitate your pursuit of a life of fulfillment and meaning. I strive to work collaboratively as a team in your journey and see the therapeutic relationship as the most powerful tool to create safety in this process. I am fluent in both English and French.
I draw from cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy but also integrate a relational style.
If you are looking for help, it likely means you've been struggling for quite some time. Whether you are navigating relationship or sexual difficulties, anxiety, trauma, or depression, the experience of being in pain can be an isolating and lonely space. My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, acceptance, and self-exploration to facilitate your pursuit of a life of fulfillment and meaning. I strive to work collaboratively as a team in your journey and see the therapeutic relationship as the most powerful tool to create safety in this process. I am fluent in both English and French.
(646) 760-6855 View (646) 760-6855
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Stephanie A Fischer
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
I tailor my approach using Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness techniques.
In therapy, we will create a safe space to explore deep issues while fostering your unique needs for growth and self-acceptance. I am warm, active and open-minded. I enjoy working with adults who seek to improve their relationships with themselves and others. You may feel empty, anxious, depressed, or have issues communicating needs and boundaries. Maybe you are struggling to cope with changes in your life or suffering from troubling experiences in the past. I specialize in helping people work through life transitions, manage anxiety, have intimacy and relationship issues, and explore their identity/sexuality.
I tailor my approach using Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness techniques.
In therapy, we will create a safe space to explore deep issues while fostering your unique needs for growth and self-acceptance. I am warm, active and open-minded. I enjoy working with adults who seek to improve their relationships with themselves and others. You may feel empty, anxious, depressed, or have issues communicating needs and boundaries. Maybe you are struggling to cope with changes in your life or suffering from troubling experiences in the past. I specialize in helping people work through life transitions, manage anxiety, have intimacy and relationship issues, and explore their identity/sexuality.
(914) 344-6048 View (914) 344-6048
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Yael Rozenfeld
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
My specialties are CBT and DBT but I always use an eclectic therapeutic approach integrating many modalities to find what works best for you.
Everyone deserves peace of mind and quality of life. I am a dedicated, warm and interactive therapist who can walk you through challenging times and help you find the skills you need to handle both today and your future. I have relevant clinical experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, loss, relationship issues, general coping skills and more.
My specialties are CBT and DBT but I always use an eclectic therapeutic approach integrating many modalities to find what works best for you.
Everyone deserves peace of mind and quality of life. I am a dedicated, warm and interactive therapist who can walk you through challenging times and help you find the skills you need to handle both today and your future. I have relevant clinical experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, loss, relationship issues, general coping skills and more.
(347) 482-0822 View (347) 482-0822
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Danelle Givner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and transformation and I create a safe and supportive environment where you can openly discuss your concerns and we can identify ways to enact positive change and enhance your inner strengths. I utilize a client centered, strengths-based approach in my work with individuals and couples in order to promote and support health and peace. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, family and relationship issues. I have postgraduate training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and utilize this along with traditional psychotherapy.
I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and transformation and I create a safe and supportive environment where you can openly discuss your concerns and we can identify ways to enact positive change and enhance your inner strengths. I utilize a client centered, strengths-based approach in my work with individuals and couples in order to promote and support health and peace. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, family and relationship issues. I have postgraduate training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and utilize this along with traditional psychotherapy.
(646) 880-9252 View (646) 880-9252
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S. Aoife West
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
I work in a flexible, broad-based manner, often layering DBT techniques for affect regulation and interpersonal skills with CBT skills for problem solving over a relational psychodynamic (insight-oriented) approach.
I collaborate with my clients to help them find a better understanding of themselves. The process may include exploring how they have arrived at where they find themselves in life; how patterns in their relationships with the important people in their lives have developed and are sustained; how emotions and emotion-laden expectations may limit possibilities; how the therapeutic relationship can provide support, insight, improve coping skills and relationships with others, expand opportunities, improve performance, and increase satisfaction.
I work in a flexible, broad-based manner, often layering DBT techniques for affect regulation and interpersonal skills with CBT skills for problem solving over a relational psychodynamic (insight-oriented) approach.
I collaborate with my clients to help them find a better understanding of themselves. The process may include exploring how they have arrived at where they find themselves in life; how patterns in their relationships with the important people in their lives have developed and are sustained; how emotions and emotion-laden expectations may limit possibilities; how the therapeutic relationship can provide support, insight, improve coping skills and relationships with others, expand opportunities, improve performance, and increase satisfaction.
(855) 849-5257 View (855) 849-5257
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Karen Landmann, LCSW, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MPhil, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
My practice combines the meticulous application of several key psychotherapeutic modalities (CBT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy) with the flexibility of alternative approaches such as art, music, dance, yoga, self-shiatsu, hypnotherapy, NLP, meditation, and relaxation.
I am an extensively published, world-travelled expert on trauma and chronic illness. I conduct therapy in English, Spanish, French, Russian, Portuguese, German, and Dutch. For the past 25 years, I have been assisting individuals with ADHD/behavioral challenges, trauma, PTSD, dissociation, depression, bipolar disorder, and physical illness. My clients range in age from 3 to 103. Early in my career, I developed a support group curriculum for AIDS orphans now available in 35 countries. Review of my work as a therapist are available online. Kindly employ email to contact me initially if possible. Thank you.
My practice combines the meticulous application of several key psychotherapeutic modalities (CBT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy) with the flexibility of alternative approaches such as art, music, dance, yoga, self-shiatsu, hypnotherapy, NLP, meditation, and relaxation.
I am an extensively published, world-travelled expert on trauma and chronic illness. I conduct therapy in English, Spanish, French, Russian, Portuguese, German, and Dutch. For the past 25 years, I have been assisting individuals with ADHD/behavioral challenges, trauma, PTSD, dissociation, depression, bipolar disorder, and physical illness. My clients range in age from 3 to 103. Early in my career, I developed a support group curriculum for AIDS orphans now available in 35 countries. Review of my work as a therapist are available online. Kindly employ email to contact me initially if possible. Thank you.
(646) 846-2620 View (646) 846-2620
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Brittni Traina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I have training in a variety of therapeutic modalities such as (but not limited to) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
As a licensed clinical social worker, I want to help you achieve your goals in obtaining an improved quality of life by working together to identify coping strategies that best suit you. I enjoy teaching you skills including mindfulness training, interpersonal effectiveness skills, and distress tolerance skills so that you can implement them to decrease the intensity, severity, and frequency of your psychiatric symptoms.
I have training in a variety of therapeutic modalities such as (but not limited to) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
As a licensed clinical social worker, I want to help you achieve your goals in obtaining an improved quality of life by working together to identify coping strategies that best suit you. I enjoy teaching you skills including mindfulness training, interpersonal effectiveness skills, and distress tolerance skills so that you can implement them to decrease the intensity, severity, and frequency of your psychiatric symptoms.
(631) 379-5637 View (631) 379-5637
Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists

Who is DBT for?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.

Why do people need DBT?

The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.

What happens in DBT?

Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

How long does DBT last?

Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.