Therapists in 11216

My ideal client is an individual who is highly motivated to explore themselves and the possibility of a brighter future. Through consistent sessions, I'm sure we'll be able to address the needs that have brought you into therapy. I enjoy working with clients who are willing to lean in, especially when instinct may tell us to lean back. I want to join you on your journey towards enlightenment, self improvement and sustained change.
My ideal client is an individual who is highly motivated to explore themselves and the possibility of a brighter future. Through consistent sessions, I'm sure we'll be able to address the needs that have brought you into therapy. I enjoy working with clients who are willing to lean in, especially when instinct may tell us to lean back. I want to join you on your journey towards enlightenment, self improvement and sustained change.

I am not currently taking new clients.
Are you struggling with anxiety & depression? Feeling stuck? Have relationships in your life that you need to talk through? Are things just not feeling "right?"
I am not currently taking new clients.
Are you struggling with anxiety & depression? Feeling stuck? Have relationships in your life that you need to talk through? Are things just not feeling "right?"

Feeling stagnant, overwhelmed, frustrated and sad? Looking for a safe place to process/explore all these feelings/emotions. I aim to help each person hone in and develop skills to improve relationships, find new ways to cope with stress/anxiety, rediscover joy and pleasure in their lives, break negative/self-destructive patterns, increase career satisfaction & find a stronger sense of self. I will work with you to identify your inner strengths and optimizing their use for empowerment & increased life enjoyment. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults assisting them with life transitions, depression & trauma.
Feeling stagnant, overwhelmed, frustrated and sad? Looking for a safe place to process/explore all these feelings/emotions. I aim to help each person hone in and develop skills to improve relationships, find new ways to cope with stress/anxiety, rediscover joy and pleasure in their lives, break negative/self-destructive patterns, increase career satisfaction & find a stronger sense of self. I will work with you to identify your inner strengths and optimizing their use for empowerment & increased life enjoyment. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults assisting them with life transitions, depression & trauma.

My name is Emma Mesi, LMSW. I am a dedicated clinician with a graduate degree from Binghamton University. Utilizing a blend of strategies from CBT, mindfulness, REBT, and solution-focused approaches, I work closely with my clients to understand their perspectives and collaborate on overcoming challenges and processing traumatic experiences. My commitment is to support clients on their journey to well-being, helping them feel better and achieve their personal goals. I am continually advancing my knowledge and actively seeking opportunities to learn and implement new effective strategies in the field.
My name is Emma Mesi, LMSW. I am a dedicated clinician with a graduate degree from Binghamton University. Utilizing a blend of strategies from CBT, mindfulness, REBT, and solution-focused approaches, I work closely with my clients to understand their perspectives and collaborate on overcoming challenges and processing traumatic experiences. My commitment is to support clients on their journey to well-being, helping them feel better and achieve their personal goals. I am continually advancing my knowledge and actively seeking opportunities to learn and implement new effective strategies in the field.

I believe that everyone has a story worth being heard. I offer transparency and honesty, while also bringing my sense of humor, healing and compassion to the practice allowing for you to show up authentically, safe, being encouraged and certain that you can grow - that there is a brighter tomorrow to look to. I understand there are narratives that you may tell yourself, that don’t seem quite fitting for the book that you are writing. I am here to help you unearth and disrupt and rewrite the narratives with the purpose of feeling empowered, leading to self-love, self-awareness and so much more.
I believe that everyone has a story worth being heard. I offer transparency and honesty, while also bringing my sense of humor, healing and compassion to the practice allowing for you to show up authentically, safe, being encouraged and certain that you can grow - that there is a brighter tomorrow to look to. I understand there are narratives that you may tell yourself, that don’t seem quite fitting for the book that you are writing. I am here to help you unearth and disrupt and rewrite the narratives with the purpose of feeling empowered, leading to self-love, self-awareness and so much more.

Alissa Silverstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11216
Waitlist for new clients
I work with folks who are experiencing a range of challenges, and specialize in working with those who identify as queer or non-monogamous. I also work with survivors of childhood trauma who hold these identities. My practice is sex positive and affirming to folks in queer, kink, non-monogamy, and sex work communities. I welcome clients of all races and racial identities, countries of origin, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, abilities, and body sizes.
I work with folks who are experiencing a range of challenges, and specialize in working with those who identify as queer or non-monogamous. I also work with survivors of childhood trauma who hold these identities. My practice is sex positive and affirming to folks in queer, kink, non-monogamy, and sex work communities. I welcome clients of all races and racial identities, countries of origin, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, abilities, and body sizes.

Maybe it's been two months or two years, but it has not been easy. Whether it's your personal life, work life, familial, platonic, or romantic relationships. You may have begun to feel overwhelmed,annoyed, stressed, lonely and even depressed. You compare yourself to others and wonder why your life is not a reflection of the work you've put into it or how you imagined it would be..
Maybe it's been two months or two years, but it has not been easy. Whether it's your personal life, work life, familial, platonic, or romantic relationships. You may have begun to feel overwhelmed,annoyed, stressed, lonely and even depressed. You compare yourself to others and wonder why your life is not a reflection of the work you've put into it or how you imagined it would be..

Change can feel impossible. No matter how badly we want it, we feel stuck in a loop trying the same things over and over again. We want a sense of relief, for things to feel easier, but it can feel hopeless constantly fighting the same battles. Despite this, I do believe we are all inherently resilient. We possess unique strengths, but they get shielded from our view because societal expectations and past experiences box us into how we think we ‘should’ be or act. We no longer see ourselves as who we actually are, but rather who the world has told us we are. We want to hold more hopeful beliefs about ourselves and the future.
Change can feel impossible. No matter how badly we want it, we feel stuck in a loop trying the same things over and over again. We want a sense of relief, for things to feel easier, but it can feel hopeless constantly fighting the same battles. Despite this, I do believe we are all inherently resilient. We possess unique strengths, but they get shielded from our view because societal expectations and past experiences box us into how we think we ‘should’ be or act. We no longer see ourselves as who we actually are, but rather who the world has told us we are. We want to hold more hopeful beliefs about ourselves and the future.

Let whoever cannot meet at its horizon the subjectivity of his time give it up then. For how could he who knows nothing of the dialectic that engages him in a symbolic movement with so many lives possibly make his being the axis of those lives? Let him be well acquainted with the whorl into which his era draws him in the ongoing enterprise of Babel, and let him be aware of his function as an interpreter in the strife of languages. (Jacques Lacan, Écrits)
Let whoever cannot meet at its horizon the subjectivity of his time give it up then. For how could he who knows nothing of the dialectic that engages him in a symbolic movement with so many lives possibly make his being the axis of those lives? Let him be well acquainted with the whorl into which his era draws him in the ongoing enterprise of Babel, and let him be aware of his function as an interpreter in the strife of languages. (Jacques Lacan, Écrits)

El Layla Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11216
Waitlist for new clients
My specialty is working with Black, brown and multi-ethnic, non-monogamous and QTGNC/questioning folks experiencing depression, anxiety/panic, complex trauma, and relationship or social transitions. In addition, I am experienced serving folks with a range of identities struggling with body image, disordered eating, substance misuse, self-harm, and chronic illness, including chronic pain and social stigma. I work particularly well with folks looking to decolonize their minds, relationships and lives, and generate new values-based, life-affirming constructs for themselves.
My specialty is working with Black, brown and multi-ethnic, non-monogamous and QTGNC/questioning folks experiencing depression, anxiety/panic, complex trauma, and relationship or social transitions. In addition, I am experienced serving folks with a range of identities struggling with body image, disordered eating, substance misuse, self-harm, and chronic illness, including chronic pain and social stigma. I work particularly well with folks looking to decolonize their minds, relationships and lives, and generate new values-based, life-affirming constructs for themselves.

If you are looking into therapy for the first time or thinking about restarting therapy again, I am so glad you're here! I work with individuals who want to feel empowered to break cycles, create healthier relationships with themselves and others, and acknowledge the inner baddie that they are. I use a relational approach, which simply means that I believe our relationships with others inform the way we view ourselves, others, and the world and systems we navigate. My goal is to help you better understand yourself and your relationships so that you can create more adaptive and meaningful relationships with yourself and others.
If you are looking into therapy for the first time or thinking about restarting therapy again, I am so glad you're here! I work with individuals who want to feel empowered to break cycles, create healthier relationships with themselves and others, and acknowledge the inner baddie that they are. I use a relational approach, which simply means that I believe our relationships with others inform the way we view ourselves, others, and the world and systems we navigate. My goal is to help you better understand yourself and your relationships so that you can create more adaptive and meaningful relationships with yourself and others.

Relationships are not easy. We all bring pain and patterns from our past into current relationships, making them feel loaded, tense, and stuck at times. It can be overwhelming trying to navigate strong emotions, betrayals, challenging life events, or just everyday disagreements. But with awareness and understanding we can let go of the constraints of the past and make changes in our interpersonal lives.
Relationships are not easy. We all bring pain and patterns from our past into current relationships, making them feel loaded, tense, and stuck at times. It can be overwhelming trying to navigate strong emotions, betrayals, challenging life events, or just everyday disagreements. But with awareness and understanding we can let go of the constraints of the past and make changes in our interpersonal lives.

Nurturing healthy relationships with both yourself and others is essential for living a fulfilling and meaningful life. Sometimes these relationships are easy, but other times we face challenges or changes that are hard to manage on our own. That's where I can offer you support. I provide one-on-one therapy for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and life changes. Together, we’ll examine the challenges you're facing, build coping strategies, enhance your communication skills, and promote self-confidence with the goal of healing and growth.
Nurturing healthy relationships with both yourself and others is essential for living a fulfilling and meaningful life. Sometimes these relationships are easy, but other times we face challenges or changes that are hard to manage on our own. That's where I can offer you support. I provide one-on-one therapy for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and life changes. Together, we’ll examine the challenges you're facing, build coping strategies, enhance your communication skills, and promote self-confidence with the goal of healing and growth.

Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve lost connection with yourself and the things that once brought you joy. If you feel stuck in patterns of dissatisfaction, uncertainty, or emotional struggle, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve lost connection with yourself and the things that once brought you joy. If you feel stuck in patterns of dissatisfaction, uncertainty, or emotional struggle, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Therapy is your space to explore what's getting in the way of reaching your highest potential. You enter the space with a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and I can help identify patterns and roadblocks in your blindspot. Finding challenges with relationships and communicating effectively? Struggling with managing stress and competing priorities? Trying to better understand yourself and what makes you YOU? I am here to help.
Therapy is your space to explore what's getting in the way of reaching your highest potential. You enter the space with a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and I can help identify patterns and roadblocks in your blindspot. Finding challenges with relationships and communicating effectively? Struggling with managing stress and competing priorities? Trying to better understand yourself and what makes you YOU? I am here to help.

As a therapist I firmly believe that transformative growth and liberation depend on first developing a trusting relationship. My individual clients are looking for space to discuss anxiety, pressures from work and family, and daily stressors with someone who recognizes the connections to social identity. When working in relationships—whether romantic, sexual, familial—my clients value the safety to each express their needs and better understand one another.
As a therapist I firmly believe that transformative growth and liberation depend on first developing a trusting relationship. My individual clients are looking for space to discuss anxiety, pressures from work and family, and daily stressors with someone who recognizes the connections to social identity. When working in relationships—whether romantic, sexual, familial—my clients value the safety to each express their needs and better understand one another.

Starting a counselling process can feel daunting. Your Journey begins with a single step which you have already made by reading this information. You may feel stuck with anxious and/or depressed feelings and would like to learn healthy ways to cope and move forward. Would you like to learn positive ways of communication with your child, partner, parent or family? Or perhaps you wish to have a deeper connection with your partner. You hold the key to make positive changes for a happier, satisfying and fulfilling life.
Starting a counselling process can feel daunting. Your Journey begins with a single step which you have already made by reading this information. You may feel stuck with anxious and/or depressed feelings and would like to learn healthy ways to cope and move forward. Would you like to learn positive ways of communication with your child, partner, parent or family? Or perhaps you wish to have a deeper connection with your partner. You hold the key to make positive changes for a happier, satisfying and fulfilling life.

I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families who are recovering from traumatic experiences, as well as to those who need a supportive and compassionate space to explore their feelings and find meaning in their experiences.
I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families who are recovering from traumatic experiences, as well as to those who need a supportive and compassionate space to explore their feelings and find meaning in their experiences.

I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate emotional well-being, reproductive mental health, and life transitions, including fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood. I provide compassionate, affirming care for the LGBTQ+ community, addressing the unique challenges of identity and family-building. Additionally, I support creatives facing emotional struggles like anxiety, depression, and the pressures of creative work. My collaborative, client-centered approach is tailored to meet your individual needs, helping you find balance and clarity.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate emotional well-being, reproductive mental health, and life transitions, including fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood. I provide compassionate, affirming care for the LGBTQ+ community, addressing the unique challenges of identity and family-building. Additionally, I support creatives facing emotional struggles like anxiety, depression, and the pressures of creative work. My collaborative, client-centered approach is tailored to meet your individual needs, helping you find balance and clarity.

Julia Deane is a clinical social worker with over a decade of experience working with children and adults. Much of her work has been with those experiencing anxiety, sexual assault, PTSD, depression, self-harm, substance abuse, domestic violence, body image issues, and issues of identity. Julia is a Somatic Experiencing practitioner through Peter Levine's Somatic Experiencing International Institute. This modality helps people identify and discharge trauma in their bodies through psychotherapy.
Julia Deane is a clinical social worker with over a decade of experience working with children and adults. Much of her work has been with those experiencing anxiety, sexual assault, PTSD, depression, self-harm, substance abuse, domestic violence, body image issues, and issues of identity. Julia is a Somatic Experiencing practitioner through Peter Levine's Somatic Experiencing International Institute. This modality helps people identify and discharge trauma in their bodies through psychotherapy.
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Number of Therapists in 11216
200+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in 11216 who prioritize treating:
88% | Anxiety |
83% | Depression |
80% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Self Esteem |
72% | Trauma and PTSD |
69% | Stress |
66% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
86% | Aetna |
62% | Cigna and Evernorth |
57% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 11216 see their clients
58% | Online Only | |
42% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
14% | Male | |
6% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in 11216?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.