Imago Therapists in 10033
Christopher L Villani
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10033
Do any of the following statements feel like you? 1: I can't seem to fulfill my short or long term goals. 2: I'm often anxious, even panicky. 3: I'm often depressed. 4: I often feel unappreciated. 5: I'm uncomfortable around people. 6: I pull away when feeling close to someone. 7: My wife/lover & i are not doing well. 8: I have family, friends, a good job, & feel empty and alone. 9: I have difficulty expressing my feelings, & thoughts, to others. 10: I tend to put everyone's feelings before mine, then feel resentful & angry. You are the expert on you let me be your guide on your journey to self-fulfillment and self-realization.
Do any of the following statements feel like you? 1: I can't seem to fulfill my short or long term goals. 2: I'm often anxious, even panicky. 3: I'm often depressed. 4: I often feel unappreciated. 5: I'm uncomfortable around people. 6: I pull away when feeling close to someone. 7: My wife/lover & i are not doing well. 8: I have family, friends, a good job, & feel empty and alone. 9: I have difficulty expressing my feelings, & thoughts, to others. 10: I tend to put everyone's feelings before mine, then feel resentful & angry. You are the expert on you let me be your guide on your journey to self-fulfillment and self-realization.
Jacob Korenstein, MA, LMHC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10033 (Online Only)
Hello, the best advice I can can give to people looking for therapy is the better the rapport and the more comfortable you are speaking with your therapist the better outcome you will have. Moving from conflict to finding more happiness and satisfaction has been at the core of my practice in my over 16 years working in mental health. Choosing a therapist can be difficult but once you find a person you can work with, it is truly valuable in an immeasurable way. I am able to provide services in a comfortable environment in your own home virtually and I look forward to meeting you.
Hello, the best advice I can can give to people looking for therapy is the better the rapport and the more comfortable you are speaking with your therapist the better outcome you will have. Moving from conflict to finding more happiness and satisfaction has been at the core of my practice in my over 16 years working in mental health. Choosing a therapist can be difficult but once you find a person you can work with, it is truly valuable in an immeasurable way. I am able to provide services in a comfortable environment in your own home virtually and I look forward to meeting you.
Nicole Case-Reid
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10033 (Online Only)
I have a genuine interest in helping people cope with depression, anxiety ,low self esteem and trauma-related issues. If you are looking for someone who will listen, without judgement, and offer honest and supportive feedback then I can help you. I respect individual boundaries and a person's right to make their own decisions. My goal in working with everyone is always self empowerment.
I have a genuine interest in helping people cope with depression, anxiety ,low self esteem and trauma-related issues. If you are looking for someone who will listen, without judgement, and offer honest and supportive feedback then I can help you. I respect individual boundaries and a person's right to make their own decisions. My goal in working with everyone is always self empowerment.
David A Huggins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10033
I believe that we all struggle, at times, to cope with difficult feelings. You know, the ones that have been with us all our lives? The ones that make us feel stuck and hopeless at times? I also believe that we can make some sense out of our feelings by examining past relationships. With this awareness we can begin to look at your current feelings and relationships. In a non-judgmental environment, come as you are. We will approach this together.
I believe that we all struggle, at times, to cope with difficult feelings. You know, the ones that have been with us all our lives? The ones that make us feel stuck and hopeless at times? I also believe that we can make some sense out of our feelings by examining past relationships. With this awareness we can begin to look at your current feelings and relationships. In a non-judgmental environment, come as you are. We will approach this together.
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Imago Therapists
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.