Therapists in New Rochelle, NY

Are you struggling with high-functioning anxiety, imposter syndrome, perfectionism or a people-pleasing tendency? You may feel constantly anxious or on the edge. But when you look for help, you often end up feeling not heard/understood. You're not alone and it's time to stop problem-solving all by yourself. Finding a therapist is daunting, but with a little step, you will no longer get stuck alone in the darkness. Together, we will address a roadblock in your life and build emotional and interpersonal skills in your tool box.

I am a doctor of clinical social work, board certified in oncology care, whose goal it is to provide a compassionate space for therapy. In my many years of experience in cancer care in a healthcare setting, my work has afforded me the opportunity to support individuals, families, and loved ones through life threatening and life-limiting illness, trauma, grief, loss, existential distress, and the search for meaning in the face of adversity. In life, there is suffering for us all in different ways and we can perhaps find meaning in the pain, purpose in the loss, and comfort through the journey.

I am a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of experience who takes a caring, collaborative approach to therapy. It takes courage to reach out when you are distressed, and facing complex emotions and relationships. Therapy offers support and insight on the path to healing. I have extensive experience treating children and adults coping with a variety of emotional struggles such as anxiety, trauma, depression and relationship issues. I work with parents and families, and specialize in a range of women's health issues. I often integrate stress reduction techniques into therapy and specialize in mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.

I work with adolescents (ages 14 and up), young adults, families and adults. I am experienced and trained in evidence-based practices to treat depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma and abuse. I am experienced in assisting clients make life changes, and work through relationship challenges, and creative blocks. In addition to talk therapy, I weave mindfulness and breath work into my practice when appropriate. I also draw on my many years of experience as an artist primarily working in theater.

Everyone sees you as successful and put-together. Inside, you’re terrified of failing, disappointing people, or being seen as not good enough. You struggle to feel fulfilled. You may not even know what you want. From a young age, you’ve learned to hide your true self and push down your needs so you can take care of others. It’s hard to know how you feel and even harder to trust that anyone will be there for you. I'll help you discover how to be your true self. You'll learn how to understand, accept, and express your real feelings and needs. We'll create new roadmaps for more enriching relationships - with yourself and others.

When's the last time you really felt heard? That someone was truly listening to you & what you had to say, instead of just waiting for their turn to speak? In these times when social media seemingly offers instant connections to anyone, yet can still leave you feeling unheard, unseen and disconnected from everyone, having someone give you their undivided attention and consideration can be a rare find. I am that rare find.

Through depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, transitions, and painful events we can typically feel lost, hopeless, and out of touch with ourselves. However, the goal isn't to ignore or bypass our obstacles, but rather learn how to manage these stressors in a way that promotes greater healing and resiliency. Giving ourselves the space to process and express the roses and thorns of life and learn new skills along the way. There is no fast track to the healing process, and we owe it to ourselves to create space and be patient with ourselves– knowing that sustainable consistent results take time.

On the surface you appear to have it all together, but deep down are struggling to feel confident in who you are & overwhelmed by all the balls you’re juggling. Constantly battling to manage the anxiety, depression, or reminders of the past that seem to set you off for no clear reason leaves you exhausted and on edge. Maybe you’ve spent a lifetime as the one to step up to the plate and handle more than your share of problems. Or maybe you learned early on it’s not okay to speak up when you’re struggling. Either way, you now feel disconnected from your own needs and the people you love, and can’t seem to fix it on your own.

Hi and welcome! I'm a person in the field that helps people navigate living their life fully. I do this through providing concrete feedback to help you get out of old patterns and into new ways of living your life. My specialties include helping people communicate more clearly, act as better leaders in their life/careers, and recognize and lessen anxiety. I will work with you to improve the relationships you have with others in your life as well as move you towards achieving your goals, desires, and dreams.

You aim for success and often achieve it! But somehow an empty feeling sometimes arises and the healthier, inner, emotional life you value feels just out of reach. Perhaps at times the relationships you hold dear are affected in ways you don't intend. Some things seem out of alignment for you despite the many things you do right, you're uncertain how to attain the inner well-being you crave and believe in. Perhaps a sense of purposelessness haunts you or you yearn for greater self-understanding, or the ability to feel more at ease within yourself. Give yourself the opportunity to be more fully heard on your thoughts and concerns.

I applaud you on taking this important step in caring for yourself! Seeking help is not easy and requires hope and courage. As a psychologist for the past 17+ years, I have been privileged to share in the journey of many adults and couples as they navigate their emotions, identities and relationships. I am also a 1.5 generation immigrant (Filipina) and parent, interracially married, and comfortable with complexity and nuance. I know you are more than your roles, relationships and jobs. Together we will explore how to identify what may be getting in the way of you living a life of truth and authenticity based on your core values.

I believe in the potential of human beings to grow, change, experience, seek and find meaning in their lives. I believe in existential, humanistic and person-centered perspectives where respect and dignity of, and for individuals are paramount to their therapeutic process. Growth and change are processes that occur as a result of a combination of one's life experiences; however, our daily life experiences often do not afford the time or space for such self-exploration of one's feelings, thoughts or interpersonal connections and relationships. Therapy is therefore a person-driven process which allows for self-examination and change.