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David Ackerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, self-esteem, and relationship issues.
I work to help my clients build more meaningful connections, through self-empowerment and self-growth. My style of therapy is client-centered and humanistic.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, self-esteem, and relationship issues.
I work to help my clients build more meaningful connections, through self-empowerment and self-growth. My style of therapy is client-centered and humanistic.
(646) 982-0387 View (646) 982-0387
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Jeffrey Nevid
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
In my Psychology Today blog, The Minute Therapist, I focus on how changing our thoughts and deeper, underlying beliefs can help us control troubling emotions and lead more effective lives. Many people are burdened by anxiety, phobias, stress, relationship problems, depression, insomnia, anger-related issues, and sexual dysfunctions. In cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), we directly address these problems to help people develop more adaptive behaviors and ways of thinking. CBT is a time-limited treatment and the most well-documented method of therapy in use today.
In my Psychology Today blog, The Minute Therapist, I focus on how changing our thoughts and deeper, underlying beliefs can help us control troubling emotions and lead more effective lives. Many people are burdened by anxiety, phobias, stress, relationship problems, depression, insomnia, anger-related issues, and sexual dysfunctions. In cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), we directly address these problems to help people develop more adaptive behaviors and ways of thinking. CBT is a time-limited treatment and the most well-documented method of therapy in use today.
(551) 272-8126 View (551) 272-8126
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Owen Mazon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
I understand that reaching out for help is a difficult thing to do and that the beginning of treatment is accompanied by anxiety.
In the 22 years I have been practicing psychotherapy, I have learned to focus on the needs of each individual for we are all unique. And we all need a therapeutic experience that can respond to what makes us tick as individuals in order to unlock and foster our potential in work and love. I create a safe environment where problems in work and love can be resolved in a personal way.
I understand that reaching out for help is a difficult thing to do and that the beginning of treatment is accompanied by anxiety.
In the 22 years I have been practicing psychotherapy, I have learned to focus on the needs of each individual for we are all unique. And we all need a therapeutic experience that can respond to what makes us tick as individuals in order to unlock and foster our potential in work and love. I create a safe environment where problems in work and love can be resolved in a personal way.
(646) 606-3890 View (646) 606-3890
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John Vieira Silvestre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LICPSI, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
I have expertise in treating anxiety, mood and OCD disorders (trichotillomania, BDD, skin picking). I use cognitive behavioral methods that have been shown to be effective in specific problem areas and tailor them to particular patients. My treatment philosophy is one that combines humanistic values and CBT interventions.
I have expertise in treating anxiety, mood and OCD disorders (trichotillomania, BDD, skin picking). I use cognitive behavioral methods that have been shown to be effective in specific problem areas and tailor them to particular patients. My treatment philosophy is one that combines humanistic values and CBT interventions.
(646) 583-3825 View (646) 583-3825
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Zvi Weiss
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
Children often act out behaviorally to communicate anxiety, depression, or some other need, and we work with both schools and other systems in children's lives to help address both problematic behaviors and underlying causes.
Therapy is about both addressing specific issues which may be getting in our way as well as cultivating a healthy curiosity about ourselves, our patterns, and our experiences. Life is wrought with transitions which can catch us off-guard, and it is common to feel unsure as to whether we are on the right path. Thankfully, these can be successfully navigated collaboratively and discreetly through a relationship with a trusted professional. Gaining an understanding of ourselves through identifying our blind spots is the first step in establishing a life that is both purposeful and fulfilling.
Children often act out behaviorally to communicate anxiety, depression, or some other need, and we work with both schools and other systems in children's lives to help address both problematic behaviors and underlying causes.
Therapy is about both addressing specific issues which may be getting in our way as well as cultivating a healthy curiosity about ourselves, our patterns, and our experiences. Life is wrought with transitions which can catch us off-guard, and it is common to feel unsure as to whether we are on the right path. Thankfully, these can be successfully navigated collaboratively and discreetly through a relationship with a trusted professional. Gaining an understanding of ourselves through identifying our blind spots is the first step in establishing a life that is both purposeful and fulfilling.
(347) 434-6291 View (347) 434-6291
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Chris Bergene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
Chris Bergene is a clinical social worker who graduated with a master’s degree in social work from Syracuse University. He provides short-term and long-term counseling for various age groups and conditions. He has primarily worked with teens and adults who have presented with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma and behavioral problems impacting daily life.
Chris Bergene is a clinical social worker who graduated with a master’s degree in social work from Syracuse University. He provides short-term and long-term counseling for various age groups and conditions. He has primarily worked with teens and adults who have presented with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma and behavioral problems impacting daily life.
(315) 758-2991 View (315) 758-2991
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Alexander Stadler, LCSW-R
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CDP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
Contacting a therapist can feel awkward and scary. Be assured that your life will improve as a result of therapy. We can work at a pace you feel comfortable with. We all want freedom from our emotional pain. Worries or anxiety, anger or depression, insomnia, relationship conflict or traumatic memories may lead to escape & dependence upon food, substances, experiences and relationships for relief. Escape never leads to peace. Thankfully, we all can learn to find a dependable source of peace in our minds and hearts, no matter the external circumstances. I can help you get there. I have been a therapist for over 25 years.
Contacting a therapist can feel awkward and scary. Be assured that your life will improve as a result of therapy. We can work at a pace you feel comfortable with. We all want freedom from our emotional pain. Worries or anxiety, anger or depression, insomnia, relationship conflict or traumatic memories may lead to escape & dependence upon food, substances, experiences and relationships for relief. Escape never leads to peace. Thankfully, we all can learn to find a dependable source of peace in our minds and hearts, no matter the external circumstances. I can help you get there. I have been a therapist for over 25 years.
(332) 334-6884 View (332) 334-6884
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Benjamin P Schafler Counseling Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, MA, MSW, PD, SDA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
New! Treatment for phobias, anxiety, trauma, fears.
Over 20 years experience helping adults, children, and adolescents overcome obstacles to greater happiness and success. I bring out and support the special qualities of each and every person at their own level, and provide support, insight, understanding and practical solution focused guidance and assistance. I'm a great listener & easy to to talk to! Professional but not intimidating; easy-going, compassionate and understanding; I make counseling-therapy an engaging, pleasant, helpful experience, and provide strategies, tools, insight and advice for you to self-improve and feel relief. Don't wait. Call me!
New! Treatment for phobias, anxiety, trauma, fears.
Over 20 years experience helping adults, children, and adolescents overcome obstacles to greater happiness and success. I bring out and support the special qualities of each and every person at their own level, and provide support, insight, understanding and practical solution focused guidance and assistance. I'm a great listener & easy to to talk to! Professional but not intimidating; easy-going, compassionate and understanding; I make counseling-therapy an engaging, pleasant, helpful experience, and provide strategies, tools, insight and advice for you to self-improve and feel relief. Don't wait. Call me!
(516) 774-4995 View (516) 774-4995
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Hiro Yasuda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
Psychotherapy is a process that facilitates change, growth and renewal. There are many concerns that may bring us to therapy: a difficult relationship, a general feeling of dissatisfaction, a life transition, a traumatic experience, gender/sexual orientation issues, immigration, feelings of depression, anxiety or loss. All of these circumstances are worthy of attention.
Psychotherapy is a process that facilitates change, growth and renewal. There are many concerns that may bring us to therapy: a difficult relationship, a general feeling of dissatisfaction, a life transition, a traumatic experience, gender/sexual orientation issues, immigration, feelings of depression, anxiety or loss. All of these circumstances are worthy of attention.
(917) 284-6326 View (917) 284-6326
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Rob Dobrenski
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I am a licensed Clinicial Psychologist with specialized training in mood and anxiety conditions. I often treat individual and couples with a "here and now approach" to address their difficulties, as opposed to focusing on issues from childhood or subconscious conflicts. Short-term therapy (approximately 15 sessions or less) can be very helpful in many cases, and sometimes clients and I agree that more visits will be useful.
I am a licensed Clinicial Psychologist with specialized training in mood and anxiety conditions. I often treat individual and couples with a "here and now approach" to address their difficulties, as opposed to focusing on issues from childhood or subconscious conflicts. Short-term therapy (approximately 15 sessions or less) can be very helpful in many cases, and sometimes clients and I agree that more visits will be useful.
(914) 912-1780 View (914) 912-1780
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Edward Eisenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-, R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
I have been treating patients in psychotherapy for over 35 years. Therapy offers people help towards change, change towards the life they want. Yet,for various reasons, this life has not been attainable. My approach is to offer patients a safe, supportive, understanding environment in which they can explore their hopes and fears and the obstacles that get in their way of having a fuller, richer life.
I have been treating patients in psychotherapy for over 35 years. Therapy offers people help towards change, change towards the life they want. Yet,for various reasons, this life has not been attainable. My approach is to offer patients a safe, supportive, understanding environment in which they can explore their hopes and fears and the obstacles that get in their way of having a fuller, richer life.
(646) 600-8067 View (646) 600-8067
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Patrick J Brown
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy for the treatment of depression and anxiety, with the goal of improving your interpersonal relationships and sense of self. I take an active, empathetic stance as a therapist. Together we will identify thought patterns and coping strategies that may no longer be working for you the way they once did, and learn new techniques to maximize your quality of life. As we learn more about how you act/react to challenges, we will investigate how these styles developed, why they developed, and why they may no longer be successful in helping you navigate the demands of your life.
I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy for the treatment of depression and anxiety, with the goal of improving your interpersonal relationships and sense of self. I take an active, empathetic stance as a therapist. Together we will identify thought patterns and coping strategies that may no longer be working for you the way they once did, and learn new techniques to maximize your quality of life. As we learn more about how you act/react to challenges, we will investigate how these styles developed, why they developed, and why they may no longer be successful in helping you navigate the demands of your life.
(917) 794-3562 View (917) 794-3562
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Craig Fuller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
To this end, I help address a variety of concerns, including Depression, Anxiety, Relationship and Interpersonal Difficulties, Career/School Issues, Grief and Loss, Trauma and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Medical and Health Issues, and Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender-Related Issues.
Welcome. I am a New York licensed clinical psychologist and therapist. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy. My approach draws upon various clinical theories and techniques, such as psychoanalysis and cognitive behavioral therapy.
To this end, I help address a variety of concerns, including Depression, Anxiety, Relationship and Interpersonal Difficulties, Career/School Issues, Grief and Loss, Trauma and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Medical and Health Issues, and Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender-Related Issues.
Welcome. I am a New York licensed clinical psychologist and therapist. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy. My approach draws upon various clinical theories and techniques, such as psychoanalysis and cognitive behavioral therapy.
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Cope With School NYC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
Do you, your child or teen suffer from anxiety, depression, sleep issues or other difficulties at school, home or work? These problems can cause a great deal of pain, sadness, and frustration. Are you or your loved-one faced with the challenge of adjusting to a major life change, such as a death in the family, a medical illness, or a divorce? Do you or your child have a learning disability or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? This can impact self-esteem and functioning at school and at home. Our therapists at Cope With School NYC can help.
Do you, your child or teen suffer from anxiety, depression, sleep issues or other difficulties at school, home or work? These problems can cause a great deal of pain, sadness, and frustration. Are you or your loved-one faced with the challenge of adjusting to a major life change, such as a death in the family, a medical illness, or a divorce? Do you or your child have a learning disability or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? This can impact self-esteem and functioning at school and at home. Our therapists at Cope With School NYC can help.
(646) 493-0662 View (646) 493-0662
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Dr. Rahul Chauhan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I have worked extensively with people impaired by anxiety, depression, dysfunctional familial and personal relationships, bereavement/loss, career, work, student related issues, and from various forms of oppression.
I will provide you with a place in which you can explore how to use your own strengths to resolve the complexities in your life. This entails exploring your current and past experiences and relationships which are contributing to your problems. My style is to ask you questions that will allow you to figure out what will work for you in managing your anxiety or depression, and in enhancing your individual pursuits.
I have worked extensively with people impaired by anxiety, depression, dysfunctional familial and personal relationships, bereavement/loss, career, work, student related issues, and from various forms of oppression.
I will provide you with a place in which you can explore how to use your own strengths to resolve the complexities in your life. This entails exploring your current and past experiences and relationships which are contributing to your problems. My style is to ask you questions that will allow you to figure out what will work for you in managing your anxiety or depression, and in enhancing your individual pursuits.
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Adam Abraham
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
I work with Parents of adolescent children who are having communication issues and power struggles affecting their relationships and the general population with social anxiety and managing to create and sustain effective relationships.
Adam Abraham, 006553. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, as both modalities help me, and the client build a shared understanding of their reality and allow us to work together to chart a path forward. My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable. I want my clients to feel comfortable talking with me about anything, and I pride myself on my ability to listen without judgment.
I work with Parents of adolescent children who are having communication issues and power struggles affecting their relationships and the general population with social anxiety and managing to create and sustain effective relationships.
Adam Abraham, 006553. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, as both modalities help me, and the client build a shared understanding of their reality and allow us to work together to chart a path forward. My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable. I want my clients to feel comfortable talking with me about anything, and I pride myself on my ability to listen without judgment.
(914) 768-2964 View (914) 768-2964
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Greg Lowder
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
When you are physically ill you turn to your doctor, hoping they can help you feel better. Problems like depression, anxiety, impulsivity, uncontrollable anger, guilt, or low self-confidence can be as painful, if not more so, than physical illness; they can also create serious relationship and work difficulties. I have over 25 years of experience and I have helped many adults, adolescents, and couples who had received limited or no benefit from previous therapists, other doctors, or medications. I work well with people who are skeptical of, or intimidated by, talk therapy.
When you are physically ill you turn to your doctor, hoping they can help you feel better. Problems like depression, anxiety, impulsivity, uncontrollable anger, guilt, or low self-confidence can be as painful, if not more so, than physical illness; they can also create serious relationship and work difficulties. I have over 25 years of experience and I have helped many adults, adolescents, and couples who had received limited or no benefit from previous therapists, other doctors, or medications. I work well with people who are skeptical of, or intimidated by, talk therapy.
(718) 557-9603 View (718) 557-9603
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Efrain Torres
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I have experience in helping individuals deal with anxiety, depression and trauma.
At my practice, I help individuals, children, families, parents and pardner's deal with the demands of everyday life. The stressors can be due to work, school, relationships, parenting or partner issues. For some trauma can be a big part of the problem in dealing with everyday stress. Here at my practice, I use more of an elective approach and can use various therapies to help individuals deal with depression, anxiety, stress, relationships issues, parenting, ADHD, substance abuse, current trauma, past trauma, childhood trauma. I help support individuals build on their strength and resources.
I have experience in helping individuals deal with anxiety, depression and trauma.
At my practice, I help individuals, children, families, parents and pardner's deal with the demands of everyday life. The stressors can be due to work, school, relationships, parenting or partner issues. For some trauma can be a big part of the problem in dealing with everyday stress. Here at my practice, I use more of an elective approach and can use various therapies to help individuals deal with depression, anxiety, stress, relationships issues, parenting, ADHD, substance abuse, current trauma, past trauma, childhood trauma. I help support individuals build on their strength and resources.
(845) 210-9905 View (845) 210-9905
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Daniel Shabtai
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I believe that everyone has the ability to grow and achieve their goals. Sometimes it's harder than others. I work with people who want to cultivate real change in their lives, whether that's learning to manage depression or anxiety, getting along better with other people or their partners, or helping them accomplish that career goal they desire. I believe that establishing a good connection with my clients and creating manageable and growth-oriented goals can lead to lasting positive change.
I believe that everyone has the ability to grow and achieve their goals. Sometimes it's harder than others. I work with people who want to cultivate real change in their lives, whether that's learning to manage depression or anxiety, getting along better with other people or their partners, or helping them accomplish that career goal they desire. I believe that establishing a good connection with my clients and creating manageable and growth-oriented goals can lead to lasting positive change.
(929) 334-3569 View (929) 334-3569
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John Rizzi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
It can be a difficult decision to begin therapy. Just taking the first step to begin to find a therapist can feel overwhelming. As you are reading this, you have already taken that important first step. Successful therapy is dependent upon building trust and fostering a collaborative relationship. I have over 15 years of experience helping individuals work through difficult transitions in their lives and to cope with a range of problems including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship obstacles, and struggles related to identity. 
It can be a difficult decision to begin therapy. Just taking the first step to begin to find a therapist can feel overwhelming. As you are reading this, you have already taken that important first step. Successful therapy is dependent upon building trust and fostering a collaborative relationship. I have over 15 years of experience helping individuals work through difficult transitions in their lives and to cope with a range of problems including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship obstacles, and struggles related to identity. 
(516) 460-9995 View (516) 460-9995
Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.