Therapists in New York, NY

Addiction, whether to substances like alcohol and drugs or behavioral patterns such as gambling or an eating disorder, can wreak havoc on individuals and their loved ones. My expertise lies in treating addiction across a spectrum, including behavioral addictions, eating disorders, and mental health crises. Beyond addressing substance abuse, I specialize in tackling the associated feelings of shame, depression, and anxiety. Recovery from addiction and related mental health challenges involves a holistic approach, encompassing the strengthening of mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

My name is Teresa Maguire, and I have been a psychotherapist (LCSW-R) for 25 years. I work primarily with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, gender identity concerns, relationship problems, and LGBTQ issues. I work mainly from a psychodynamic and relational model, utilizing Attachment-based, Eclectic, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, and Trauma Focused therapies. I believe those therapeutic relationships are the most important vehicle for facilitating positive change and growth.

William James once said that the greatest discovery of his generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind.

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,

Change, either planned or unexpected, is the most anxiety provoking factor in our lives - and the most constant! You need the skills to confront change, to stay calm and self-confident, to analyze and take effective action. Unconscious mental habits - distrust of others, self doubt - can interfere with this process. I will work with you to identify and CHANGE those bad habits. I work in a multi-faceted approach through psychoanalytic exploration of key life experiences and a systematic program of change through cognitive-behavioral techniques, relaxation, and meditation. It works!

I believe people want meaningful and contented lives. Sometimes we are faced with challenges. It could be life transitions, struggles in relationships, work problems, anxiety, depression, or a need to develop insight and become more aware. If you wish to overcome obstacles, psychotherapy may be the solution. Together we will figure out ways to understand and resolve difficulties so that you will continue to reach your goals and aspirations.

Each person's broad web of relationships and external circumstances impacts their view of the world and ability to cope within it. With over 20 years experience as a clinical psychotherapist, I consider these and other factors in my work with adults and couples. My approach is empathic, interactive and collaborative. While i see the importance in identifying root causes for behavior, i believe it is equally important to focus on coping mechanisms in the present and developing effective solutions for managing life's difficulties.

When you reach out and begin therapy, you have begun an important journey of inner awareness and self-understanding. Each person's life's journey and experience is different. The process can be scary at first, frustrating even, but always rewarding. It takes courage to step out of your comfort zone to seek help or answers to personal questions, doubts or discomforts. if you are questioning your sexual orientation, gender identity or the process of coming out, it can be difficult. Your personal truth can be hindered by cultural, religious and familial bonds.

Briony's approach draws from various client-centered therapies to create individualized and unique therapy experiences, encouraging clients to explore their strengths and potential. She integrates Humanistic and Existential perspectives, intertwining evidenced-based practices, in order to meet the client where they are, and to promote healing, acceptance, and growth. Briony believes that creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment can inspire change by building trust, confidence, and awareness.

I aspire to create a space that is welcoming, safe, non-judgmental, empathic and introspective. My goal is to help you learn about yourself and how you relate to others so that you can make positive improvements that are lasting. Therapy can be challenging; but my belief is that through this meaningful work you will develop a deeper sense of self and awareness of strengths that may have gone undiscovered to this point. In therapy, issues to be resolved will be addressed with the idea that self-awareness leads to choice, responsibility and change.

I seek to help you acheive a sense of balance in your life by creating a safe, caring space to explore your feelings and overcome your issues. The Agresta Psychotherapy Group has been serving the needs of the Metropolitan area for over 30 years by providing psychotherapeutic services to individuals, couples and families. I have experience dealing with various issues including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, sexual abuse, addictions, gender and relationship issues. Treatment plans are individually tailored to you and your needs. I believe with proper treatment and care all people can overcome their issues and lead a happy fulfilling life.

The Feya Health Psychotherapists are all trained in cutting edge & depth oriented modalities that speed up the process of healing & integration in clients compared to traditional talk therapy. We hav been featured in the media as an expert therapists including 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. An immersive process for clients who are looking for more sustainable shifts compared to traditional talk therapy.

Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.

I am fascinated about how the brain works and how behavior can be adapted and changed if we allow it to happen.I support anxious and depressed people who truly desire to renewal their souls. Self-esteem, stress and conflict management, codependency, and parenting skills are some of the areas that rise my interest. I am specialized in blended and multicultural families. I am fluent in Spanish and Portuguese.

I am a Psychologist devoted to assisting you in optimizing your quality of life, recognizing and maximizing your personal assets, enhancing your self-esteem, improving your negotiating skills in interpersonal relationships and inspiring greater depth in your understanding of yourself and others as you reach your full potential. My skills encompass a variety of psychotherapeutic techniques, CBT, DBT, Frommian psychoanalysis, amongst them, in targeting matters considered for change. My goal is to facilitate your ability to feel whole, love, give, experience joy, practice kindness, to find peace....

Therapy that reduces suffering and increases success in love and work: these are my goals. I have a unique range of preparation for this work: psychologist, clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and professor to many clinical practitioners, and 30+ years of practice, I can meet each person or couple with an approach that is tailored to their specific needs. Anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, eating disorders, relational problems - among others, these problems of living are possible to resolve or significantly reduce, and I have had success in working with all these as well as other difficulties. My focus is wellness.

Psychotherapy is about transition, you are not necessarily bound by your patterns. It's also about simultaneously addressing symptoms and developing effective and lasting means of combating them. Life stressors, especially during difficult times, challenge us to approach these stressors in more effective ways. We must ask to reconsider ourselves, our behaviors, our responses, and our ability to engage with others.. The practice of psychotherapy is a creative, forward moving, and lasting transition to enhance all areas of one’s life.

It’s all about YOU, The WHOLE you. Are you suffering from emotional pain? Are you currently putting bandaids on your wounds? This can manifest itself in various ways including; anxiety, depression, anger management problems, alcohol and substance use, unhealthy eating patterns, relationship problems, impulsivity, sexual dysfunctions, out of control sexual behaviors and more.

Everyone has a story to tell and sometimes the bravest thing a person can do is share their story. When your story is holding you back from becoming the greatest version of yourself then it’s time to work through any negative messages you may have been telling yourself. I believe we all have the tools we need to accomplish our goals and sometimes we need a different perspective. I am licensed in both Connecticut and New York. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational Interviewing, EMDR, and DBT. I can also provide coaching services upon request.