Adoption Therapists in Kips Bay, New York, NY

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Elizabeth M. Studwell
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10016
I am personally connected to adoption and a Spanish speaker that understands the complexities of adoption.
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise providing individual and family psychotherapy from an attachment based lens. I love what I do and am passionate about supporting children, families, and adults as they traverse life's challenges. I believe everyone is unique and deserves highly attuned support when life's struggles present themselves. I consider therapy a positive outlet to discuss, explore, and foster new aspects of our lives. I utilize a powerful combination of evidence-based and attachment-focused interventions and work in a collaborative way helping empower individuals and families reach their goals.
I am personally connected to adoption and a Spanish speaker that understands the complexities of adoption.
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise providing individual and family psychotherapy from an attachment based lens. I love what I do and am passionate about supporting children, families, and adults as they traverse life's challenges. I believe everyone is unique and deserves highly attuned support when life's struggles present themselves. I consider therapy a positive outlet to discuss, explore, and foster new aspects of our lives. I utilize a powerful combination of evidence-based and attachment-focused interventions and work in a collaborative way helping empower individuals and families reach their goals.
(646) 307-1931 View (646) 307-1931
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Woman to Woman Psychiatry
PhD, PMHNPBC, CNM, IBCLC
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10010
Reproductive Psychiatry Specialty Areas: Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, Pre-Pregnancy Planning, Infertility, Adoption, Pre-Natal Care, Postpartum Care, Medication Management, Miscarriage, Abortion, Reproductive Loss & Grief.
Woman to Woman Psychiatry: Mental health across the lifespan. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is ANCC board certified and a former Certified Nurse Midwife, with over 30 years of experience. My specialty is in women’s mental health throughout the reproductive and menopausal years. I work with women struggling with emotional symptoms at every stage of childbearing; preconception through pregnancy, postpartum, lactation, and menopause. Although I use psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, my treatment philosophy centers on treating the whole person utilizing complementary and integrative health techniques.
Reproductive Psychiatry Specialty Areas: Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, Pre-Pregnancy Planning, Infertility, Adoption, Pre-Natal Care, Postpartum Care, Medication Management, Miscarriage, Abortion, Reproductive Loss & Grief.
Woman to Woman Psychiatry: Mental health across the lifespan. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is ANCC board certified and a former Certified Nurse Midwife, with over 30 years of experience. My specialty is in women’s mental health throughout the reproductive and menopausal years. I work with women struggling with emotional symptoms at every stage of childbearing; preconception through pregnancy, postpartum, lactation, and menopause. Although I use psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, my treatment philosophy centers on treating the whole person utilizing complementary and integrative health techniques.
(631) 825-7669 View (631) 825-7669
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Hillary Grill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10016
Areas of subspecialty include, but are not limited to, reproductive health (infertility, pregnancy, postpartum adjustment and depression), contemporary family-making (same-sex parenting, single-parenting by choice, adoption and choosing to be child-free).
Are you wondering if it's possible to experience more satisfaction in your life? Have you noticed repetitive, self-defeating patterns hindering success in relationships or at work? Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Unsure of exactly what you want for yourself? Considering therapy is the first step toward feeling better and finding fulfillment. In more than twenty-five years of practice, the transformative power of psychotherapy still impresses me. I view therapy as collaboration. Together, we will deepen your capacity for self-reflection, remove obstacles blocking you from reaching your full potential, and to finding your authentic self.
Areas of subspecialty include, but are not limited to, reproductive health (infertility, pregnancy, postpartum adjustment and depression), contemporary family-making (same-sex parenting, single-parenting by choice, adoption and choosing to be child-free).
Are you wondering if it's possible to experience more satisfaction in your life? Have you noticed repetitive, self-defeating patterns hindering success in relationships or at work? Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Unsure of exactly what you want for yourself? Considering therapy is the first step toward feeling better and finding fulfillment. In more than twenty-five years of practice, the transformative power of psychotherapy still impresses me. I view therapy as collaboration. Together, we will deepen your capacity for self-reflection, remove obstacles blocking you from reaching your full potential, and to finding your authentic self.
(646) 759-9238 View (646) 759-9238
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Erik Yazdani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPA/MBA
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10010
In addition, I have a background in issues related to race, gender, adoption and other areas of difference.
Inevitably, we all encounter periods in our lives in which what we've learned to that point isn't sufficient for the challenges we now face. I believe therapy can be a rich environment in which to better understand ourselves and the world and to revisit what we want in life and how to get there. Whether you are dealing with significant anxiety or depression, or simply need a new environment to learn your way through new challenges with a helping eye and ear, I bring a creative, curious and open-minded approach to helping you progress through life's challenges.
In addition, I have a background in issues related to race, gender, adoption and other areas of difference.
Inevitably, we all encounter periods in our lives in which what we've learned to that point isn't sufficient for the challenges we now face. I believe therapy can be a rich environment in which to better understand ourselves and the world and to revisit what we want in life and how to get there. Whether you are dealing with significant anxiety or depression, or simply need a new environment to learn your way through new challenges with a helping eye and ear, I bring a creative, curious and open-minded approach to helping you progress through life's challenges.
(516) 701-2472 View (516) 701-2472
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Havva Yoruk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
You desire emotional well-being, healing & inner peace. That's why you're here. You continue to experience pain & discomfort yet don't quite know how to process & work through it all. Your story & life experiences should be heard & understood. Personal growth & fulfillment is attainable once you have the right tools & coping skills to stay regulated. As a minority identifying therapist & child of immigrants, my lived experiences help me connect with my clients on a deeper level. With this understanding, you can expect to better balance your intersecting identities across life domains. You are deserving of validation & empathy.
You desire emotional well-being, healing & inner peace. That's why you're here. You continue to experience pain & discomfort yet don't quite know how to process & work through it all. Your story & life experiences should be heard & understood. Personal growth & fulfillment is attainable once you have the right tools & coping skills to stay regulated. As a minority identifying therapist & child of immigrants, my lived experiences help me connect with my clients on a deeper level. With this understanding, you can expect to better balance your intersecting identities across life domains. You are deserving of validation & empathy.
(585) 460-3267 View (585) 460-3267
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Justyna Zapolska
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10010
I am a warm and insightful psychologist who focuses on helping people make significant changes in personal and professional areas of their lives. I work with adults, couples, and families who are dealing with transitions or want to maximize their full potential. In the first session I identify the areas which are most crucial to focus on and the approach which will be most useful for reaching your goals quickly. We then jointly create a plan of action for reaching your objectives.
I am a warm and insightful psychologist who focuses on helping people make significant changes in personal and professional areas of their lives. I work with adults, couples, and families who are dealing with transitions or want to maximize their full potential. In the first session I identify the areas which are most crucial to focus on and the approach which will be most useful for reaching your goals quickly. We then jointly create a plan of action for reaching your objectives.
(844) 234-7420 View (844) 234-7420
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Dr. Jeanine D. Costley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW-R, DSW
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10010
As an experienced, licensed psychotherapist with 18 years of experience providing therapy, I understand that starting therapy takes courage. I provide a safe, nurturing, reliable setting that allows self-discovery and the opportunity to create a life and form relationships that support your highest expressions of self. My focus is exploring patterns and how traumatic experiences have shaped your decisions, behaviors and relationships and beliefs. The therapeutic relationship can assist you in living consciously and releasing behaviors and negative thought patterns. Your identities are special and unique.. I value each one.
As an experienced, licensed psychotherapist with 18 years of experience providing therapy, I understand that starting therapy takes courage. I provide a safe, nurturing, reliable setting that allows self-discovery and the opportunity to create a life and form relationships that support your highest expressions of self. My focus is exploring patterns and how traumatic experiences have shaped your decisions, behaviors and relationships and beliefs. The therapeutic relationship can assist you in living consciously and releasing behaviors and negative thought patterns. Your identities are special and unique.. I value each one.
(646) 362-9350 View (646) 362-9350
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Christina Cohen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10010
I often find that bringing awareness to underlying conflicts while providing tangible support provides the most lasting results. I have advanced training in psychodynamic techniques as well as cognitive-behavioral therapy. Your needs and how you wish to approach them will drive our work together.
I often find that bringing awareness to underlying conflicts while providing tangible support provides the most lasting results. I have advanced training in psychodynamic techniques as well as cognitive-behavioral therapy. Your needs and how you wish to approach them will drive our work together.
(347) 732-5751 View (347) 732-5751
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Anna Halberstadt-Komar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10016
I am a psychologist and a social worker, with over 30 years of experience as a clinician, supervisor and director of mental health clinics and programs. My advanced training is in child and family psychotherapy. I am trained as an individual, couples and family psychotherapist. I have practiced psychotherapy with patients of different races and ethnicities, and many different cultures, immigrants and refugees from Eastern Europe, former USSR, Asian countries and Latin America. I also worked for years at a clinic, that served many LGBT clients. My clinical approaches includes psychodynamic, systems , cognitive-behavioral techiques,
I am a psychologist and a social worker, with over 30 years of experience as a clinician, supervisor and director of mental health clinics and programs. My advanced training is in child and family psychotherapy. I am trained as an individual, couples and family psychotherapist. I have practiced psychotherapy with patients of different races and ethnicities, and many different cultures, immigrants and refugees from Eastern Europe, former USSR, Asian countries and Latin America. I also worked for years at a clinic, that served many LGBT clients. My clinical approaches includes psychodynamic, systems , cognitive-behavioral techiques,
(929) 552-2956 View (929) 552-2956
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Tina A Strafaci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
Whether you face everyday stress or a difficult transition or loss, together we will form a safe and comfortable alliance to explore the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that interfere with having a more fulfilling, productive and creative life.
Whether you face everyday stress or a difficult transition or loss, together we will form a safe and comfortable alliance to explore the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that interfere with having a more fulfilling, productive and creative life.
(332) 244-3785 View (332) 244-3785
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Nicole A Breck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10010
To quote Anais Nin, " We don't see things as they are, we see them as we are". When you are in the middle of a problem it is hard to find solutions because there is a lack of prespective. Friends and family may have their own viewpoint that make it hard to be objective. Therapy provides a non-judgemental place to find new solutions when old behaviors don't work anymore. I have over 12 years experience successfully helping patients find alternative ways of veiwing things and making decisions about what they want in their lives.
To quote Anais Nin, " We don't see things as they are, we see them as we are". When you are in the middle of a problem it is hard to find solutions because there is a lack of prespective. Friends and family may have their own viewpoint that make it hard to be objective. Therapy provides a non-judgemental place to find new solutions when old behaviors don't work anymore. I have over 12 years experience successfully helping patients find alternative ways of veiwing things and making decisions about what they want in their lives.
(917) 791-4094 View (917) 791-4094
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Evelyn Solomon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10010
E Wellness Therapy founder, Board-Certified Trauma Specialist with a focus on Complex Trauma, PTSD, Sexual Trauma, and First Response. With 20+ years of hands-on experience, I also mentor individuals through major life transitions such as relationships, career changes, and education determinations. My approach to therapy is rooted in strength-based principles, and I incorporate techniques such as Trauma-Focused CBT, Mindfulness Training, and Somatic Experiencing. Proficient in multiple modalities, including DBT, EMDR, Theraplay, and Narrative Therapy, I aim to guide clients through changes and growth.
E Wellness Therapy founder, Board-Certified Trauma Specialist with a focus on Complex Trauma, PTSD, Sexual Trauma, and First Response. With 20+ years of hands-on experience, I also mentor individuals through major life transitions such as relationships, career changes, and education determinations. My approach to therapy is rooted in strength-based principles, and I incorporate techniques such as Trauma-Focused CBT, Mindfulness Training, and Somatic Experiencing. Proficient in multiple modalities, including DBT, EMDR, Theraplay, and Narrative Therapy, I aim to guide clients through changes and growth.
(786) 625-7114 View (786) 625-7114
Neuropsychological Consulting of New York
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10016
Neuropsychological Consulting of New York provides comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation and treatment services for individuals ages 16+. Our evaluation services can assist with diagnostic issues, clarify and confirm disability and/or cognitive impairment, and provide a general understanding of functional ability and degree of deficit. We work with individuals, health care providers, attorneys, corporations, and other professionals. We are uniquely trained to understand the interaction between neurological conditions and emotional functioning and utilize these skills in our assessment practice.
Neuropsychological Consulting of New York provides comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation and treatment services for individuals ages 16+. Our evaluation services can assist with diagnostic issues, clarify and confirm disability and/or cognitive impairment, and provide a general understanding of functional ability and degree of deficit. We work with individuals, health care providers, attorneys, corporations, and other professionals. We are uniquely trained to understand the interaction between neurological conditions and emotional functioning and utilize these skills in our assessment practice.
(917) 789-1019 View (917) 789-1019
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Elyse Goldstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10016
Dr. Elyse Goldstein is a nationally known psychologist. She hosted her own daily radio call-in program in NYC on WMCA Radio from 1981 to 1987. She was heard coast to coast in the broadcast series "The Word", commenting on the day to day complexities of human relationships. She serves as a consultant for radio, television, journalists, and is a member of the American Psychological Association Speakers Bureau. She has taught psychology at various universities and is listed in the National Register for Health Service Providers in Psychology. Dr. Goldstein is easy to talk to, compassionate, and gives feedback.
Dr. Elyse Goldstein is a nationally known psychologist. She hosted her own daily radio call-in program in NYC on WMCA Radio from 1981 to 1987. She was heard coast to coast in the broadcast series "The Word", commenting on the day to day complexities of human relationships. She serves as a consultant for radio, television, journalists, and is a member of the American Psychological Association Speakers Bureau. She has taught psychology at various universities and is listed in the National Register for Health Service Providers in Psychology. Dr. Goldstein is easy to talk to, compassionate, and gives feedback.
(646) 386-2316 View (646) 386-2316
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Shira Lahav
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, RDT, LCAT, LP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10016
My focus in treatment is to understand you as a whole person, to uncover with you your deepest desires, aversions and patterns of behavior that may be holding you back. In a welcoming and non-judgmental environment, you will discover who you are and what you authentically desire. Through the therapeutic process, you will be enabled to lead a more meaningful life and to establish more fulfilling relationships with healthier communication skills. We will work together to identify problems and solutions, and to help you be more effective overall in making decisions and reaching your goals.
My focus in treatment is to understand you as a whole person, to uncover with you your deepest desires, aversions and patterns of behavior that may be holding you back. In a welcoming and non-judgmental environment, you will discover who you are and what you authentically desire. Through the therapeutic process, you will be enabled to lead a more meaningful life and to establish more fulfilling relationships with healthier communication skills. We will work together to identify problems and solutions, and to help you be more effective overall in making decisions and reaching your goals.
(646) 681-6195 View (646) 681-6195
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Staci Perelman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10016
There are times in life when we feel stuck, unable to move forward in the ways we'd like, when our familiar ways of coping don't work as well as they once did. To overcome these hurdles and push forward, therapy can be a tremendous help. I work collaboratively with my clients, fostering a safe environment where all aspects of the self can be explored. In doing so, I hope to help unlock hidden parts of yourself and help you get to the places in life you'd like to go.
There are times in life when we feel stuck, unable to move forward in the ways we'd like, when our familiar ways of coping don't work as well as they once did. To overcome these hurdles and push forward, therapy can be a tremendous help. I work collaboratively with my clients, fostering a safe environment where all aspects of the self can be explored. In doing so, I hope to help unlock hidden parts of yourself and help you get to the places in life you'd like to go.
(646) 351-1687 View (646) 351-1687
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Lisa Kamenir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10010
Are you struggling with increased anxiety, uncertainty and isolation? Are your relationships suffering? I can help. Using a compassionate, nonjudgemental, and interactive style, I will help you to identify and overcome emotional and behavioral problems. I will work with you to understand why you may unknowingly be repeating frustrating patterns of behavior that interfere with your ability to reach your desired goals. I believe in helping you reach your goals by building confidence, helping you to regain or develop a sense of purpose, and to communicate more effectively.
Are you struggling with increased anxiety, uncertainty and isolation? Are your relationships suffering? I can help. Using a compassionate, nonjudgemental, and interactive style, I will help you to identify and overcome emotional and behavioral problems. I will work with you to understand why you may unknowingly be repeating frustrating patterns of behavior that interfere with your ability to reach your desired goals. I believe in helping you reach your goals by building confidence, helping you to regain or develop a sense of purpose, and to communicate more effectively.
(212) 886-1939 View (212) 886-1939
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Amanda Zayde
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Despite our best efforts to change, obstacles can be terribly difficult to overcome in isolation; I am dedicated to creating a safe space in which we can explore the thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and relational patterns that may be causing you to feel stuck. I work with young adults on the various challenges that arise when transitioning into adulthood, including creating healthy romantic/peer relationships, early career development, and challenging family dynamics. I have experience supporting individuals in exploring their gender, sexual, and romantic identity development, and welcome members of the LGBTQQIA+ community.
Despite our best efforts to change, obstacles can be terribly difficult to overcome in isolation; I am dedicated to creating a safe space in which we can explore the thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and relational patterns that may be causing you to feel stuck. I work with young adults on the various challenges that arise when transitioning into adulthood, including creating healthy romantic/peer relationships, early career development, and challenging family dynamics. I have experience supporting individuals in exploring their gender, sexual, and romantic identity development, and welcome members of the LGBTQQIA+ community.
(917) 746-7959 View (917) 746-7959
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Ellen Schnier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10016
**Accepting referrals in CT office only** I am an NYU trained licensed clinical social worker and have completed postgraduate work in individual, couples, family and group therapy at several New York City institutes. I am licensed to practice psychotherapy in New York and Connecticut and have private practices in both states. I'm the former director of a children's mental health clinic, but now focus on work with adults, adolescents, couples and families. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, eating disorders, parenting issues, adjustment problems, relationship conflicts, and work difficulties.
**Accepting referrals in CT office only** I am an NYU trained licensed clinical social worker and have completed postgraduate work in individual, couples, family and group therapy at several New York City institutes. I am licensed to practice psychotherapy in New York and Connecticut and have private practices in both states. I'm the former director of a children's mental health clinic, but now focus on work with adults, adolescents, couples and families. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, eating disorders, parenting issues, adjustment problems, relationship conflicts, and work difficulties.
(646) 863-5592 View (646) 863-5592
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Orly Sofer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Kips Bay, New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychologist with over fifteen years of experience treating adults in private practice, community mental health centers, and hospital settings. I have helped individuals with depression, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, cultural and migration adjustment, and trauma survivors.
I am a licensed psychologist with over fifteen years of experience treating adults in private practice, community mental health centers, and hospital settings. I have helped individuals with depression, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, cultural and migration adjustment, and trauma survivors.
(917) 310-5462 View (917) 310-5462

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Adoption Therapists

Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.