Therapists in 10020

As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I am personally invested in providing affirming, knowledgeable, and accessible mental health support. My passion is creating a safe and affirming space for individuals to understand themselves, cope with daily life, and thrive. Integrated into my practice is the belief that everyone has the capacity for growth and resilience, therefore I tailor my therapeutic interventions to each client's strengths to meet the unique needs and goals of each person. I am committed to providing affirming, competent, and non-judgmental care to all my clients.

I specialize in helping those in partnership and individuals navigate through relationship distress and challenges. My client-centered approach is tailored to your unique concerns as we work together to set goals, establish healthier boundaries, and break free from patterns that may be causing discomfort. I'm here to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for exploration and growth, utilizing solution-focused and strengths-based techniques. In addition to working with the above I am currently interviewing for support groups for those in blended families and exploring consensual non-monogamy.

Liberation Psychotherapy is a private LGBTQ-centered group therapy practice. Our foundational philosophy is based on the meaningful engagement between the therapist and client and achieved using Carl Rogers’ client-centered techniques of active-listening, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. Liberation Psychotherapy’s primary mission is to help clients explore their experiences thereby clients can heal and grow and embrace their strengths and resiliencies. To honor and respect the uniqueness of our clients, we subscribe broadly to a liberation and integrative model.

Do you feel misunderstood or unaccepted? Does it feel impossible to be your true self and be happy? Living inauthentically can lead to pain and make it hard to live a fulfilling life. We live in a tough world that forces people to “fit in” to be accepted. Deep dissatisfaction, sadness, worry and low self-esteem often result from this pressure and can make it feel next to impossible to find a path to joy and fulfillment. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I empathize deeply with these experiences. The great news is change happens and you are on your way, having taken this first step to find a therapist.

Therapy is a process of finding a way to abandon behaviors and/or distorted beliefs about yourself that are creating obstacles in your life. Therapy is self-care that can strengthen your inner voice, and help you live in the present moment. I'm here to support you as you navigate life's complexities, whether you're dealing with anxiety, overcoming addiction, healing from childhood trauma, or exploring personal growth.

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.

Life at times can be difficult turning your world upside down .I offer a direct eclectic experienced approach to psychotherapy to manage and resolve symptoms of Acute Stress Disorder, PTSD, C-PTSD, anxiety, depression and personal recovery treatment related to addictions and aftercare. I place a strong importance on you feeling safe, heard, and understood in the therapeutic relationship. Each intervention is designed to the unique needs of the client, enhancing personal choice, inner strengths, and self empowerment. Accepting new clients. Weekend appointments available.

I provide a safe space to help clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their values, beliefs and desires and support them in leading more fulfilling lives. I have experience working with clients navigating a range of issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, low self-worth, addiction, relationship issues and career/ life transitions. I work primarily with adolescents and adults.

My name is Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford has engaged in extensive work and research on familial relationships, trauma, & dysfunctions. I have a PhD in Forensic Psychology & Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy & a Masters in Psychology. I have extensive experience with traumatic experience & symptom re-emergence. With nearly 20 years in the field of behavioral sciences, she has been instrumental with stabilizing families, helping individuals & families navigate the challenges of mental illness, as well as victims of abuse/ trauma, reprocess the memory of the trauma in a manner that no longer paralyzes nor interferes with daily functioning.

I strive to help patients better understand and compensate for their cognitive difficulties, and to provide education about modifiable risk factors that are proven to promote optimal brain health across the lifespan.  Dr. Miarmi is a board-eligible clinical neuropsychologist who specializes in neuropsychological assessment for adults and older adults (geriatrics). She has researched, published, and presented on such topics as the impact of distractions on heuristic processing, the relationship between mental fatigue and stimulus-driven attention, environmental awareness, and brain health in aging.

Henry Espinal's mission as a therapist is to serve his clients in whatever fashion they may need; From providing a safe and interactive environment in which to tackle difficult subjects, deep-seated trauma, or just saying the things you never thought you would say out loud. Henry identifies as Dominican and Peruvian, born and raised in Queens, New York. His clinical experience has been shaped by working as a residential counselor for a partial youth hospitalization program in New Jersey. As well as serving under-privileged populations and young/adult professionals in New York.

Sean is a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 8 years of experience working with individuals and families in clinical settings. His experience ranges from working with adolescents in foster care to adult individuals/couples in the community struggling with a wide variety of mental health and relationship issues. Sean has spent 6 years providing counseling services to teens on the autism spectrum with multiple challenges and/or intensive psychiatric needs. With a person-centered approach, Sean provides individualized care to clients based on their needs.

Iesha Whitaker, LCSW, She/Her Biography I am an LCSW, and I have been practicing in New York city since 2012. I graduated from Hunter College School of social work in 2011. My areas of focus are Anxiety Disorders, Depression, PTSD, ADHD, Anger Management, daily life stressors, emotional dysregulation and clients dealing with life transitions. I work with clients that have experienced issues with substance abuse, chronic homelessness and Domestic Violence.

Ricardo Despradel is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2020. He graduated from Smith College School for Social Work. Ricardo provides a culturally sensitive approach to mental health concerns while maintaining a strength-based approach. Outside of work, Ricardo enjoys aerial silks and contortion.

Rita Trancoso, PhD Rita Trancoso is a Psychologist in New York who has been practicing since 2022. Rita believes in everyone's inherent capacity for growth and transformation, regardless of their current life circumstances. Her approach is centered in helping people uncover their unique profile of strengths and vulnerabilities, and then work together to use those strengths to promote positive change, growth, and well-being, while developing tools to overcome areas of challenge.

Herb Feuer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 1980. He has a Bachelor of Science from Upper Iowa University and is pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of St. Thomas. Herb has more than 20 years of experience working in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings. He works with adults in individual therapy to increase choices of thought, feeling, action, and direction. Herb especially values making his clients laugh, to lift their spirits while addressing personal challenges.

Marina Ross is a psychologist who has been practicing since 2018. She graduated from Long Island University "? Post with a doctoral degree (Psy. D. ) in clinical psychology. Marina believes in cognitive-behavioral (CBT) and dialectical-behavioral (DBT)-informed approaches in her work with clients. Her main areas of focus include treating anxiety via exposure therapy as well as working with neurodevelopmental diagnoses, including ADHD, learning disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Richard is a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and has a Master of Arts in Rehabilitation Counseling from New York University (NYU). Richard has over 20 years of experience working with individuals in outpatient, forensic, and community settings. He provided individual and group counseling to individuals with a mental illness and substance use issues who were incarcerated. Richard diagnosed and assessed individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Richard spent 6 years providing behavioral therapy to adults who have a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

Crystal Lillo is a NYS Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), who has been working in the mental health filed since 2017. Crystal graduated from Hunter College with a Masters of Education in Mental Health Counseling with honors. Crystal practices therapy primarily using a humanistic approach. A humanistic approach focuses on free will, human potential, and self-discovery. It aims to help you develop a strong and healthy sense of self, explore your feelings, find meaning, and focus on your strengths.