Therapists in New York

Welcome, thanks for stopping by. Many of us are carrying around the heavy burden of invisible challenges. Though they’re not noticeable—to others and sometimes even ourselves—they can make life feel more difficult, stressful, and at times even unmanageable. I am here to offer you support, so you’re not carrying that load alone. In our work, you will set the tone and I will be there to listen and foster a safe and judgment-free environment, so we can uncover the root of your distress, process your emotions, and develop beneficial coping skills, creating more space for peace in your life.

For oppressed people to intentionally cultivate pleasure is an act of resistance - Ingrid LaFleur. I specialize in providing culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, poly & kink-friendly, and queer-affirming therapy. My journey as a queer, non-monogamous South Asian neurodivergent woman, along with the experiences of those close to me, deeply shape my approach. I draw on my first-hand knowledge of navigating kink/sex-positive environments. It's important to me to approach therapy with a sense of curiosity and openness so that I can better understand and support my clients.

Do you find it difficult to control your worry and anxiety or do you find that you are worried all the time? Do you experience thoughts that you find are difficult to control? Are you often overwhelmed by intense emotions and feel like you’re on a roller coaster? Do you find yourself feeling depressed and having a hard time enjoying the things that you once enjoyed? You are not alone and therapy can help.

Balance feels elusive. You desire permission to find your own voice. Fears get in the way of asserting yourself. You are ready to take a deep dive to cultivate growth and healing in your life. And you're ready for some help in slowing down and observing yourself. You'll become aware of what your thinking and how you're feeling. You'll learn to communicate more assertively to get your needs met in all aspects of your life. You'll become empowered and embody your strength within.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to helping people learn how to navigate life’s many stressors as well as depression, anxiety, and lack of confidence. As a therapist, I find my strengths include assisting clients to increase their self-awareness, self-acceptance, communication skills, and self-compassion. I believe in using an empowering collaborative approach to support clients in reaching their personal and professional goals. I’m passionate about providing high-quality, equitable, and accessible mental health therapy to marginalized communities.

We all go through things, and in therapy I can help you confront the difficulties you are trying to manage. I specialize in providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I have experience working with clients of all age groups across the lifespan. Some of these issues may be couples' communication issues, grief/bereavement, life transitions, and discord in personal and professional relationships to name a few. We tend to put others before ourselves and neglect our own needs in the process, including seeking therapy. Let me show you how to break these cycles in your therapy journey.

Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, not entirely yourself, or a bit down? I'm here to help. I'm a New York-based psychotherapist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Nutritional Psychology, Mindfulness, and Neuroplasticity. Utilizing an integrative approach to wellness, I am eager to help people improve their mental & physical well-being. I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity to grow, overcome various challenges in their unique situations, and heal. We will work collaboratively during therapy, harnessing evidence-based strategies to achieve balance and equanimity.

Christina Dunne is a licensed clinical social worker. Christina helps her patients break down their concerns into smaller parts, so they feel less overwhelmed. Together, they formulate treatment goals to address those concerns by developing life and coping skills. Her goal is to inspire her patients to find their inner joy. Christina works with patients ages 12-65. She uses a strength-based, trauma-focused, culturally sensitive, humanistic approach that incorporates art therapy, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical-behavioral therapy (DBT), and positive psychology.

Do you feel disconnected or misunderstood in interpersonal relationships? Do you find yourself in similar patterns in you relationships? Are you experiencing anxiety or low mood about life transitions and challenges? Together, we can explore the source of these challenges to identify relational and thought patterns towards paths for positive changes and to start feeling better and more fulfilled in your relationships.

Hi! My name is Miriam Azaunce and I am a New York State licensed psychologist who has more than 30 years of experience providing compassionate, culturally sensitive, client-centered treatment to persons 18 years and over. Via telehealth, I utilize evidence-based best practices to treat individuals with wide ranging emotional and mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress related to health/family/relationship challenges.

Banafsheh Sanjari provides a culturally sensitive, strength-based, person-centered, trauma-informed, and eclectic approach tailored to client goals and needs. Banafsheh has nearly a decade of experience providing treatment for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults in their role as parents.

Are you struggling with the loss of a loved one? Feeling alone and exhausted by your symptoms? Having difficulty focusing? As a counselor, my work is dedicated to helping clients, just like you, adjust to change during challenging /transitional moments. In my practice, I serve a multitude of populations, ranging from college students, seasoned professionals, as well as, retirees. Using specialized psychoeducational tools, and implementing coping strategies, together we work on alleviating symptoms to healthily welcome change. If you’re tired of struggling alone, I encourage you to contact me and together we’ll ride that wave.

Hello! I'm Mary, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Hempstead, New York, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. Life can be challenging sometimes. In my work, I try to provide a safe space where those challenges can be explored, and new possibilities can be discovered. I work collaboratively with you to help you re-discover your strengths and to use these to help you deal more effectively with your struggles. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults and seniors who are experiencing life transitions and are having difficulty coping with grief and loss.

Out-of-Network! I primarily use psychodynamic, systemic, experiential and culturally sensitive approaches to accompany the client throughout the journey of self discovery. With emphasis on awareness and insight, I encourage individuals and couples to seek solutions that resonate with their individual and relational needs. The struggle to overcome adverse experiences, can be a product of sociocultural system, family context, early attachment and relationships which reflect a stigmatized idea of self.

Stacy provides culturally sensitive and trauma-informed counseling by using a client-centered approach that integrates Psychodynamic and Existential therapy in addition to attachment and grief, while incorporating her creativity into Expressive Arts Therapy. Stacy works to hold a safe space for her clients with empathetic and compassionate support.

Are you stuck in unhealthy patterns? Easily overwhelmed by emotions? Stressed, pressed, and depressed? Do you want to get life moving in the right direction? Are you looking for providers who understand the challenges unique to your experiences as a BIPOC person or member of the LGBTQ+ community? We are here to help! The world can be a scary place, but with us by your side, we can can build a life that makes you happy to wake up each morning. We will create a safe, compassionate space for you to explore your concerns, fears, and shame while giving you the tools to propel yourself forward and build a new world for yourself!

Life can be overwhelming. Finding a therapist shouldn't add to that stress. Each one of us deserves access to a safe, judgment-free space. As a therapist, I fiercely defend that space for my clients, and I hope to meet you there with warmth, authenticity, and humor. Having served the diverse population of this city in medical, educational, and non-profit settings, I am sensitive to the complex New York experience while acknowledging that your journey is unique. I offer a trauma-informed, culturally-sensitive approach for adults and young adults struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression.

I am a NY State licensed clinical psychologist with experience working with children 6 years and older, adolescents and young adults. I use person centered approach and CBT to treat mood and anxiety disorders and other mental health problems. My authenticity and sense of humor, and ability to incorporate play into the sessions help me connect with children and treat them effectively. I believe individuals first need to feel safe, understood and supported within the therapeutic relationship. I also think it's important to tailor treatment interventions to fit the specific needs of individuals I am working with.

My approach is collaborative and compassionate in nature. I will work with you step by step to create and accomplish realistic and attainable goals that match the vision you have for your life. I want to understand where each of my clients are coming from so that I can work to provide well-informed, culturally sensitive care, unique to each client's individual needs. I am experienced in working with trauma, depression, anxiety, panic disorder, addiction, compulsive behaviors, and many other mental health issues.