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Heather Mauro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10002
My name is Heather Mauro, and I’m a licensed clinical social worker with twenty-five years of clinical experience. I enjoy working with adults as they move through various life stages. I focus on issues such as Adoption, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Parenting. I utilize Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Family Systems, Narrative, and Strength-Based Therapies. I believe strongly in the power of connection, connecting to your authentic self, establishing meaningful relationships, and igniting your passion.
My name is Heather Mauro, and I’m a licensed clinical social worker with twenty-five years of clinical experience. I enjoy working with adults as they move through various life stages. I focus on issues such as Adoption, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Parenting. I utilize Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Family Systems, Narrative, and Strength-Based Therapies. I believe strongly in the power of connection, connecting to your authentic self, establishing meaningful relationships, and igniting your passion.
(315) 803-1518 View (315) 803-1518
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Sarah Frey
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
Thank you for taking the time to check out my profile! Are you struggling with adoption or attachment related issues, relationship conflicts, grief, anxiety, work struggles or just general life things? I strive to create a warm, compassionate space where client's feel comfortable exploring and challenging their feelings and behavior patterns while facilitating growth and healing . We all need a space and a person to help us work through our concerns. Let me be that person.
Thank you for taking the time to check out my profile! Are you struggling with adoption or attachment related issues, relationship conflicts, grief, anxiety, work struggles or just general life things? I strive to create a warm, compassionate space where client's feel comfortable exploring and challenging their feelings and behavior patterns while facilitating growth and healing . We all need a space and a person to help us work through our concerns. Let me be that person.
(332) 239-2202 View (332) 239-2202
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Jayme Palladino
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10008  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with individuals around issues of depression/anxiety, feelings of abandonment, adults impacted by adoption, relationships/family issues, adjustment/transitions, and trauma.
I am Now offering Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy.
I enjoy working with individuals around issues of depression/anxiety, feelings of abandonment, adults impacted by adoption, relationships/family issues, adjustment/transitions, and trauma.
I am Now offering Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy.
(585) 318-8723 View (585) 318-8723
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Stella Cook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10029
Hi! My name is Stella Cook, and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in practice for about 20 years. As a social worker, I approach emotional well-being through the lens of your health, your environment, and your own understanding of yourself. I consider myself skilled at working with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, working through major life transitions or decisions, challenges with fertility, and foster care/adoption/parenting related stress. I generally thing setting goals is important, but not everyone loves them. I approach goal setting creatively, and with agreement.
Hi! My name is Stella Cook, and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in practice for about 20 years. As a social worker, I approach emotional well-being through the lens of your health, your environment, and your own understanding of yourself. I consider myself skilled at working with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, working through major life transitions or decisions, challenges with fertility, and foster care/adoption/parenting related stress. I generally thing setting goals is important, but not everyone loves them. I approach goal setting creatively, and with agreement.
(914) 685-8788 View (914) 685-8788
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Dr. Laura Damico
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10027  (Online Only)
I provide psychotherapy for adolescents, college students, and adults; and I have over 20 years of experience working in clinical & academic settings. I address the following concerns: anxiety, depression, relationships, PTSD/trauma, education/career, grief/loss, marriage/family, separation/divorce, parenting, adoption/fertility, and disabilities. I presented research at the American Psychological Association in Boston, and I keep abreast of changes in the field. As a professor, I taught a myriad of graduate courses including psychotherapy, psychological testing, and ethics.
I provide psychotherapy for adolescents, college students, and adults; and I have over 20 years of experience working in clinical & academic settings. I address the following concerns: anxiety, depression, relationships, PTSD/trauma, education/career, grief/loss, marriage/family, separation/divorce, parenting, adoption/fertility, and disabilities. I presented research at the American Psychological Association in Boston, and I keep abreast of changes in the field. As a professor, I taught a myriad of graduate courses including psychotherapy, psychological testing, and ethics.
(631) 570-8858 View (631) 570-8858
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Susan Roman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10027  (Online Only)
Therapy works. Whether you are lonesome, sad, overwhelmed, isolated, unfulfilled or anxious, therapy is effective. I offer a safe and affordable space in which to build trust, create an alliance, and open up emotionally. I believe in fostering a strong attachment with each patient, and I am compassionate in the process. Together we can sort out negative thoughts and emotions, prioritize life stressors, and conquer feelings of insecurity and inadequacy. I encourage mindfulness, good health, exercise, and fun. I follow a humanistic approach.
Therapy works. Whether you are lonesome, sad, overwhelmed, isolated, unfulfilled or anxious, therapy is effective. I offer a safe and affordable space in which to build trust, create an alliance, and open up emotionally. I believe in fostering a strong attachment with each patient, and I am compassionate in the process. Together we can sort out negative thoughts and emotions, prioritize life stressors, and conquer feelings of insecurity and inadequacy. I encourage mindfulness, good health, exercise, and fun. I follow a humanistic approach.
(646) 791-1804 View (646) 791-1804
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Margaret Day
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
I work with clients who are looking to increase their self-understanding and are interested in exploring patterns in their lives that are no longer serving them. As a woman who became a mother later in life, I understand the pull many people feel to become parents and how the process can drastically change one’s life. I work with both adults and children to provide guidance on creating healthy boundaries and relationships, as well as navigating the challenges we face in life.
I work with clients who are looking to increase their self-understanding and are interested in exploring patterns in their lives that are no longer serving them. As a woman who became a mother later in life, I understand the pull many people feel to become parents and how the process can drastically change one’s life. I work with both adults and children to provide guidance on creating healthy boundaries and relationships, as well as navigating the challenges we face in life.
(332) 248-0693 View (332) 248-0693
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Michaele Goodman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
Anxiety, depression, relationship problems and stressful life transitions often trigger the desire to seek help from a psychotherapist. It is my role to create an atmosphere of trust and safety conducive to the telling of your story and challenges and then exploring new ways of working on these. I like to introduce different ways of thinking about a problem to open up various possibilities and solutions. Together, we work to move you closer to your goals.
Anxiety, depression, relationship problems and stressful life transitions often trigger the desire to seek help from a psychotherapist. It is my role to create an atmosphere of trust and safety conducive to the telling of your story and challenges and then exploring new ways of working on these. I like to introduce different ways of thinking about a problem to open up various possibilities and solutions. Together, we work to move you closer to your goals.
(646) 863-4371 View (646) 863-4371
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Joanna Helen Slevin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
Therapy works. Whether you are sad, overwhelmed, isolated, unfulfilled, or anxious, individual therapy is effective. I provide a nurturing, safe space for adults in which to build trust, create an alliance, and open up emotionally. I believe in developing a strong attachment with each patient, and I am empathic in the process. Each person has a unique story to tell and my deep interest in people's lives sets the stage for working together.
Therapy works. Whether you are sad, overwhelmed, isolated, unfulfilled, or anxious, individual therapy is effective. I provide a nurturing, safe space for adults in which to build trust, create an alliance, and open up emotionally. I believe in developing a strong attachment with each patient, and I am empathic in the process. Each person has a unique story to tell and my deep interest in people's lives sets the stage for working together.
(561) 559-6217 View (561) 559-6217
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Noelle Santelli-Snyder
Counselor, LHMC, MA, EdM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I offer a warm, empathetic space where clients can freely examine their unique identities and lived experiences. Through guided exploration, clients are equipped with the insight and tools to better understand themselves and others. Growing this awareness can help you navigate complex relationships, most notably the one you share with yourself.
I offer a warm, empathetic space where clients can freely examine their unique identities and lived experiences. Through guided exploration, clients are equipped with the insight and tools to better understand themselves and others. Growing this awareness can help you navigate complex relationships, most notably the one you share with yourself.
(914) 246-5030 View (914) 246-5030
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Emelia Thygesen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003  (Online Only)
Are you taking care of everyone else but yourself. Do you find that you have to keep busy all the time, or else it feels like you’re wasting time. Are the emotions so much bigger than you can handle, and yet people just tell you “it is not that big of a deal.” Is it hard keeping friendships, because you find that you do all the communication. Get the emo playlist ready, and let's dig into that shit together. I can help you to find ways to reduce the hold anxiety and depression has on you.
Are you taking care of everyone else but yourself. Do you find that you have to keep busy all the time, or else it feels like you’re wasting time. Are the emotions so much bigger than you can handle, and yet people just tell you “it is not that big of a deal.” Is it hard keeping friendships, because you find that you do all the communication. Get the emo playlist ready, and let's dig into that shit together. I can help you to find ways to reduce the hold anxiety and depression has on you.
(252) 253-6097 View (252) 253-6097
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Lara Ngu
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Are you lacking meaningful connection? Perhaps you are tired of feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by relationship issues. Or maybe you are unhappy with your career or family life and desperately trying to find relief from sadness, fears, or anxiety. It’s important to know that change is possible and healing, contentment, and living with purpose are on the horizon. What can you expect from working with me? Whether we are doing couples or individual therapy, you will find a non-judgmental and empathetic environment where you can safely explore your emotions and experiences, allowing you to connect, grow, and thrive.
Are you lacking meaningful connection? Perhaps you are tired of feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by relationship issues. Or maybe you are unhappy with your career or family life and desperately trying to find relief from sadness, fears, or anxiety. It’s important to know that change is possible and healing, contentment, and living with purpose are on the horizon. What can you expect from working with me? Whether we are doing couples or individual therapy, you will find a non-judgmental and empathetic environment where you can safely explore your emotions and experiences, allowing you to connect, grow, and thrive.
(332) 249-8565 View (332) 249-8565
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At Home Psychedelic Therapy (Instant Insurance Verification)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MD, PhD, LCSW, PDOC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Feya Health is a woman-owned, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy group practice, featured on MTV. Our Integrative approach helps clients address their self-destructive patterns by getting to the core and root of their issues. The result is a drastic reduction in the initial presenting symptoms over a short period of time. We offer a comprehensive, integrative & customizable approach to the Ketamine & Oxytocin Therapy Process and specialize in EMDR, PTSD, CPTSD, human optimization and Pharmaceutical Medication withdrawal.
Feya Health is a woman-owned, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy group practice, featured on MTV. Our Integrative approach helps clients address their self-destructive patterns by getting to the core and root of their issues. The result is a drastic reduction in the initial presenting symptoms over a short period of time. We offer a comprehensive, integrative & customizable approach to the Ketamine & Oxytocin Therapy Process and specialize in EMDR, PTSD, CPTSD, human optimization and Pharmaceutical Medication withdrawal.
(917) 789-1484 View (917) 789-1484
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Laura Cuillé
Creative Arts Therapist, MPS, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
I am a licensed and board certified creative arts therapist with a master’s degree from Pratt Institute. I integrate a trauma-informed care practice with humanistic, client-centered, and psychodynamic approaches. I believe in the strength of creative problem solving and coping skills to assist clients in reaching their goals through the healing process. I have worked with a wide range of populations and settings including: outpatient clinics with adults, respite programs with adults with developmental disabilities, school settings, and community-based programs with children and adolescents.
I am a licensed and board certified creative arts therapist with a master’s degree from Pratt Institute. I integrate a trauma-informed care practice with humanistic, client-centered, and psychodynamic approaches. I believe in the strength of creative problem solving and coping skills to assist clients in reaching their goals through the healing process. I have worked with a wide range of populations and settings including: outpatient clinics with adults, respite programs with adults with developmental disabilities, school settings, and community-based programs with children and adolescents.
(646) 233-1259 x1 View (646) 233-1259 x1
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Michael Dean Kaltenbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
New York, NY 10019
Oftentimes, people just need someone to listen to them, to help them work through an issue, and sort out their feelings. That's where I come in as a licensed psychotherapist as well as a medical social worker. I'm skilled at hearing what people are saying and helping them to figure out strategies for improving their situation. I work with a variety of clients ---men, women and children from all sexualities, gender identities, and races to help them with all sorts of issues. My clientele ranges in ages; however, a majority of my clients are in their early 30's.
Oftentimes, people just need someone to listen to them, to help them work through an issue, and sort out their feelings. That's where I come in as a licensed psychotherapist as well as a medical social worker. I'm skilled at hearing what people are saying and helping them to figure out strategies for improving their situation. I work with a variety of clients ---men, women and children from all sexualities, gender identities, and races to help them with all sorts of issues. My clientele ranges in ages; however, a majority of my clients are in their early 30's.
(323) 510-3581 View (323) 510-3581
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Karen Veintimilla
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
Karen believes that there is no one approach that will fit all clients, so she tailors her approach to fit each new person and situation. She strives to provide a gentle and warm experience, ensuring clients are comfortable within the therapy setting and process, believing the most important work is accomplished through the genuine relationship between client and therapist. Karen utilizes an eclectic approach which includes Rogerian, psychoanalytic, schema therapy, REBT, and CBT to help the client better understand their past, their thoughts, and their behaviors with the goal of helping create a fulfilling future for themselves.
Karen believes that there is no one approach that will fit all clients, so she tailors her approach to fit each new person and situation. She strives to provide a gentle and warm experience, ensuring clients are comfortable within the therapy setting and process, believing the most important work is accomplished through the genuine relationship between client and therapist. Karen utilizes an eclectic approach which includes Rogerian, psychoanalytic, schema therapy, REBT, and CBT to help the client better understand their past, their thoughts, and their behaviors with the goal of helping create a fulfilling future for themselves.
(844) 934-2990 View (844) 934-2990
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Comprehensive Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10019
Immediate Availability: 1199, Healthfirst, and Fidelis. Whether you're struggling with a particular issue or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, we can help by providing you with the insight and tools you need to move beyond current obstacles. Comprehensive Counseling LCSWs is an affiliate company of LearnWell. We are a community based mental health practice where a diverse group of New York State licensed mental health professionals draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist clients in achieving their treatment goals.
Immediate Availability: 1199, Healthfirst, and Fidelis. Whether you're struggling with a particular issue or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, we can help by providing you with the insight and tools you need to move beyond current obstacles. Comprehensive Counseling LCSWs is an affiliate company of LearnWell. We are a community based mental health practice where a diverse group of New York State licensed mental health professionals draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist clients in achieving their treatment goals.
(347) 697-4432 View (347) 697-4432
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Elizabeth Latsos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Elizabeth Latsos, LMSW is a licensed psychotherapist working with adolescents and adults providing short and long-term therapy. No one has the same story, and Elizabeth's approach is to meet clients where they are by cultivating a safe space to listen and then determine what unique steps need to be taken to heal and grow.
Elizabeth Latsos, LMSW is a licensed psychotherapist working with adolescents and adults providing short and long-term therapy. No one has the same story, and Elizabeth's approach is to meet clients where they are by cultivating a safe space to listen and then determine what unique steps need to be taken to heal and grow.
(332) 378-5469 View (332) 378-5469
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Christina Prorokovic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Our team of therapists & psychiatrists are leading minds in mental health. We understand your unique needs and are dedicated to helping you find solutions to life’s challenges. We use the most up to date, scientifically proven treatments. When patients have the courage to place faith in us, we have a responsibility to justify their confidence.
Our team of therapists & psychiatrists are leading minds in mental health. We understand your unique needs and are dedicated to helping you find solutions to life’s challenges. We use the most up to date, scientifically proven treatments. When patients have the courage to place faith in us, we have a responsibility to justify their confidence.
(347) 380-7710 View (347) 380-7710
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Elisabeth Liu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10027
My approach to therapy is dynamic and warm. I respect every person's right to self-determination whether in relation to treatment goals or lifestyle choices. I have specific training in trauma-informed care and violence against women and children. I also work with clients who are experiencing gender, sexuality, or other identity issues. I approach adversity with an affirming attitude while also challenging unhelpful thought processes. Sessions can be as structured or unstructured as you wish.
My approach to therapy is dynamic and warm. I respect every person's right to self-determination whether in relation to treatment goals or lifestyle choices. I have specific training in trauma-informed care and violence against women and children. I also work with clients who are experiencing gender, sexuality, or other identity issues. I approach adversity with an affirming attitude while also challenging unhelpful thought processes. Sessions can be as structured or unstructured as you wish.
(914) 219-6463 View (914) 219-6463
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.