Therapists in New York, NY

I am a psychologist practicing individual and group therapy with adults across the lifespan, from college aged people to older adults. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, substance use, out of control sexual behavior, self-defeating behaviors, trauma, grief, and feelings of inadequacy. I have worked extensively with LGBT+ people, individuals with chronic medical conditions, and with older adults. I have a particular expertise in working with individuals living with HIV.

We provide counseling and auxiliary services to seniors, the disabled, caregivers, and their families. ISS is committed to helping our clients develop the coping skills necessary to function at one's maximum ability by providing in-home counseling services. Through therapy, our counselors help clients find renewed enjoyment in life and increased emotional well-being. Counseling may also ameliorate the behavioral problems that come with chronic ailments, such as Alzheimer's disease. By addressing the mental health needs of seniors, the disabled, and caregivers, counseling can help lessen the frequency of hospitalization and enhance one's social life.

My primary goals as a clinical psychologist are to help you:(1) live your life more fully, (2) feel more comfortable with and better about yourself, and (3) cope more productively with any stressors that you are facing. With this in mind, my therapeutic focus will be to provide you with the personal support that you need to make the changes that you want, and teach you specific techniques that you can use. We will do this in as time and cost efficient a manner as possible. Together, we will construct a new roadmap for you to use.

The goal in therapy is to become the best version of yourself. My clinical specialties include working with adult and older adult clients with anxiety, depression, intergenerational trauma, grief and loss, anger and stress management, relationship stress, and support for caregivers of loved ones with dementia. Our mind and body have a fascinating connection, and we would explore methods of healing from a number of techniques that pull from Western and Eastern medicine. Additionally, I am passionate about exploring and treating unique stressors associated with late-life to promote positive aging in our community.

If you're affected by daily stresses of life, significant issues related to depression, anxiety or interpersonal relationships, I am a New York licensed psychologist and certified psychoanalyst that will help you resolve these problems. Clients gain insight into what's troubling them so that they can manage their issues more effectively. I work in an intimate setting, situated in a comfortable environment overlooking a private garden. It is a safe and confidential space. I work with people who are having difficulty developing and or maintaining significant relationships, experiencing depression, anxiety, low self esteem, feelings of being unlovable, or "just getting by" rather than thriving.

As a native New Yorker, I understand how overwhelming the pressure to succeed can be. I work with adults, couples & families who want to see real changes. My experience includes working in a mental health clinic, on a forensic ACT team, as a geriatric care manager for high net-worth elderly individuals & their caregivers, counseling survivors of sexual assault, families interfacing with the foster care system & adults in the criminal justice system. Whatever your current struggle is, I focus on “progress, not perfection.” I’ll hold you accountable, always treating you with respect, sensitivity, honesty and compassion.

My clinical orientation and training is Integrative, as it combines Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) perspectives with Eastern one. I probe for problematic thinking styles and attitudes that are often part of personality disorders and self-handicapping strategies. In many cases, this plays a central role in many disorders.

Jenna Shnayerson, LMSW, is a licensed social worker and a skilled member of the clinical team at Rappore. She earned her Master’s in Social Work from the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College with a focus on providing high-quality, culturally inclusive clinical support. Jenna has experience working with a diverse population of clients, helping adults and older adults manage grief, depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflicts, and navigating challenging life transitions (e.g., divorce, the death of a loved one, retirement, etc.). She also has clinical family therapy experience.

Life can feel overwhelming at times. Some might find it difficult to find the emotional courage to seek psychotherapy when you are already dealing with a quagmire of complex competing loyalties, identities, and personal and political conflicts. Whether you are dealing with the stress of racial identity, cultural integration, concerns related to fertility, substance abuse, or transitions throughout the life cycle, this process does not have to be an isolative experience. Carrying around those frustrations with nowhere to process them can further exacerbate difficulties in daily activities.

Life is filled with transitions that can challenge us in unique and unfamiliar ways. My work as a therapist centers upon the understanding that how we approach and overcome these challenges greatly impacts not only the quality of our daily lives, but the type of person we become. One of my main goals as a therapist is to help my clients better understand instances where they may get in their own way when navigating transitions and to use this new knowledge for personal growth.

I had received my undergraduate degree in Psychology and minor in Education in 2004 from Touro College, and obtained my Clinical Social Worker degree from Wurzweiler School of Social Work at Yeshiva University in 2006. I had worked with adults and the elderly. I specializes in depression, anxiety disorder, adjustment disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, grief and bereavement, self-love and care. I also worked at a Community Health Home for people with various mental health issues.

My natural focus is on individuals experiencing symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). I believe that making a strong connection right from the start is important and when an individual feels like he or she is understood, he or she is more willing to give the process of change a try. It also helps when those who experience ADHD or ASD are able to accept that what they are living with is not a disability but rather a strength and that it is okay to feel and be different. I say this from experience because I am childhood diagnosed.

On life’s journey we are constantly growing and developing. Whether young or old, life is a journey that usually entail efforts of trying to understand divine will. We often question our purpose in life, especially during challenging times. To keep it real, in many cultures/communities, such as the African American (Black) community, we might have been taught to either “pray” about our situations, issues, and emotions or “suck it up and keep it moving.” This can create negative energies such as anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, and other mental health issues that need to be addressed in a healthy manner.

I am a specialist in Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and persistent and chronic mental illness, I am a psychoanalyst with a long and varied experience in LGBTQ issues, aging, disabiIities, depression and anxiety. I have worked with many people in creative fields and particularly enjoy helping those who are blocked find their voice.

I work with adults and adolescents facing difficulties and/or wanting to better their lives from the inside out. I am assisting you to find the irrational thoughts that cause problematic moods.. Sessions are collaborative, interesting, challenging.... I have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, grief and loss, stress management and work/career issues.

Do you feel your emotions are out of control? Do you find yourself reacting too quickly to work, family or personal situations and regret doing so later? Are you having trouble managing the daily stresses of life and relationships? Do you tend to want to engage in mind-numbing behavior to avoid feeling the pain and pressure of life?

NY, FLORIDA and NH licensed, plus PSYPACT- 39 states. I am a highly experienced Clinical Psychologist; Dartmouth Medical School and Weill Cornell Medical College Faculty. I work with adults, adolescents, families and couples treating diverse challenges such as stress management/resiliency, divorce, relationship issues, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, human potential, peak performance and brain fitness.

It is often difficult to find ways to resolve our problems without feeling defeated, depleted, frustrated, sad, alone and angry. My goal in developing the therapeutic relationship, is to create a space where you can feel safe expressing whatever thoughts and feelings you may have regarding your current concerns and worries. Life is full of challenges, emotional, physical, familial, financial, etc. Therapy can help you to find paths to alleviating problems, while enabling you to become more self-confident, self-evolved with greater satisfaction about your life.

Through careful listening and an empathic, honest approach I can help you feel better about yourself and your life. You may feel stuck in a job or relationship. You may want more from life but not know how to get it. You may be struggling with with the difficulties of parenthood or marriage. I can help with artistic, creative, or intellectual struggles, body issues, sexual problems, substance issues, imbalances of life and work, impulse control, past trauma, or even just a general lack of inspiration or motivation in life.