Existential Therapists in New York

The home we seek to settle and belong is the inner home, the light we chase to enlighten our life is the inner light, and the journey we yearn to take for expansion and growth is the inner journey, all to meet the “most important person we will ever meet,” our true self. Each person’s inner journey toward healing and growth is unique. My role as a psychotherapist is to stand with you and help you, as you take steps towards a journey of self-healing and growth. A journey which may call for your courage, vulnerability, and discomfort, but it holds treasures of reintegration, expansion, transformation, and liberation.

I have learned the "connection" we make in therapy will lead to fruitful change. We begin by working on very specific concerns, to the more elusive, abstract conflicts of a more esoteric life that aren't so simple to characterize. Everyone comes to therapy with different hopes, unique needs, and a desire to seek what is transformational. I work to create a trusting relationship with all of my patients. In the initial sessions, I focus on what brings you to therapy at this moment in time and to establish a working rapport where you feel safe and listened to, without judgement. Therapy is a unique opportunity to find your voice,

We are thrown into life without any guide. Life asks much from us, takes much from us and gives much to us. Learning how to fundamentally hold your own in your own existence, live by your own desires, your own passions, is central to living a life that you find meaningful and develop relationships that are deep leading to an overall sense of happiness. I help clients accept reality as it is, to learn to be themselves and to enjoy being themselves. Internal harmony is essential to human happiness. In sessions, clients discover the totality of their personhood, come to appreciate being alive, to thrive rather than to simply survive.

I believe that healing is effected by helping you become more whole, which to me means more than narrowly focusing on reducing symptoms. Being whole means living with wisdom and authenticity, in sync with your deeper Self and the Unconscious. The natural byproducts of this are happiness, equanimity and balance, which allow you to find joy in your life, no matter what storms cross your path. My therapeutic approach is based on Jungian analytic psychology. I custom-tailor treatment to your needs by balancing deeper, insight-oriented work with skills-based approaches to reduce suffering. Pls see: www.alexapysd.com for more details.

Danah's experience includes working with people of different ages presenting an array of different problems, assisting children and adults in navigating interpersonal problems, behavioral problems, and emotional problems. Her clinical experience includes working at an inpatient mental health facility where she assessed individuals dealing with OCD, MDD, and Psychotic disorders.

I strongly believe in the collaborative nature of therapy - the creative engagement between the client and therapist, working toward a common goal: to help bring a greater sense of well being to you, the client - to your life, your psyche, your body, your relationships, your career, your home. I have a background in film, which makes working with people from the arts a natural fit (though I love to work with clients from all walks of life). Relationship concerns, career concerns, depression, anxiety, existential questioning, trauma, illness, bereavement and addictions are some of the areas in which I have experience.

I believe that symptoms are the psyche's way of communicating, urging us to delve deeper into understanding and nourishing our inner selves. I aim to foster acceptance and understanding, even of the parts of ourselves we may find objectionable, recognizing their inherent value in our journey towards wholeness. Together, we'll explore the depths of your experiences, understanding that the work is often most intense where the soul resides. We will also clarify your values and character strengths within the fluid fabric of human experience. My goal is to support you in living with greater clarity, peace, intuition, and sense of self.

Therapy gives you an opportunity to transform and move toward a deeper understanding of yourself as life unfolds. Amidst times that may feel dark, overwhelming, or lacking vitality, anxiety and dissociation can manifest in so many ways that feel fragmenting and harmful to the self and body. We can be strongly defended against our unconscious wishes, fantasies, and unmet needs. How and why we behave, think, get stuck or feel fear, love, shame, and joy are layered with so much meaning. Together, we may find ways to build resilience, steps toward action, self-awareness, fulfilling connection, and a sense of wholeness.

We all face challenges in our lives which impact our ability to function at our best, and experience emotional freedom and contentment. Those challenges may be anything from negative thoughts, poor self-esteem, depression and anxiety, life stressors, issues and complex trauma. Many of us are motivated to make changes, but we may not know how. Our thoughts and feelings about our past, present, and future impact every aspect of our lives. Unresolved issues can fester and continue to negatively impact our lives long after the events or situations which caused them and prevent us from living purposeful and meaningful lives.

Being a human on this planet may bring difficulties that can impact how we live, how we love, how we work, and how we play. Life's challenges, losses, and traumas may have left you feeling lost, alone, disconnected, stuck, and unable to live to your fullest capacity, in spite of your best efforts. Challenges can exist in many areas: relationships, work, sense of identity, how you live in the world, even how you live in your own body. Sometimes you need a professional and non-judgmental ally to assist with restoring and preserving emotional and relational well-being, so that you can live more fully and authentically in the world.

It can be said that selecting a therapist is just as challenging as deciding to enter into treatment. Therefore, this is my pledge to you: I will welcome you into treatment with compassion, professional competence, and a sincere sensitivity to the specific circumstances motivating you to seek therapy at this time. I am committed to providing the best care possible to individuals and couples who are experiencing psychological pain and are seeking treatment for a range of conditions including: intimacy issues, sex addiction, porn addiction, codependency, & relational trauma. I believe that healing can be achieved through connection.

Ryan derives his approach from a varied set of psychological theoretical frameworks and philosophical traditions, among which include Psychodynamic and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, Harm Reduction, 12-Steps Recovery, Existential Therapy, Positive Psychology, Spiritualism, Exposure & Response Prevention, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Grief Therapy, and more.

Welcome. Let's begin. You are taking an important step toward a more meaningful life. As your group therapist, I create empathic, safe group therapy spaces for you to clarify your life priorities & purpose, heal, grow, bring about lasting change & feel less lonely. Through our work together, you will foster greater authenticity and psychological/spiritual resilience as you navigate life choices, transitions & stressors. I will guide you toward more fulfilling relationships with yourself & others. Ultimately, you will feel more hopeful, empowered & free. I can help you create the life you want to be living.

I earned my Master of Social Work from Columbia University and have five years of experience working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds in various social service and mental health settings. As a bilingual (Mandarin) Licensed Master Social Worker, I aim to create a nonjudgmental and culturally sensitive space and develop an authentic therapeutic relationship to help you embrace your individuality and impermanence.

I became a mental health counselor after many years working in student services in a university setting. I find (as the research continues to show) that the most important element of effective counseling is the connection between client and counselor—we will work collaboratively. I draw on many approaches including but not limited to client-centered, mindfulness, existential therapy, attachment theory, Buddhist psychology, solution-focused, trauma-informed, grief work, EMDR, and internal parts work.

Life is hard. There are so many challenges that can get us off track. Most challenges can be diminished if not overcome by closely examining them and seeing them from a different vantage point. We can work together to pinpoint what makes meaning in your life and use what motivates you to overcome or better traverse whatever problem may be that you are experiencing. With good communication and a solid understanding and grasp of who you are and what you want out of life, I don't believe there is any issue in life that we cannot work together to mitigate or overcome. I have flexible hours that include days and nights.

I work with artists and creative individuals of all types in a therapeutic setting to help uncover deep-rooted issues that prevent sustained happiness. Psychotherapy grants us a neutral space where we can release outdated patterns, explore current parts of ourselves, and integrate new ways of adapting without fear. I offer a collaborative approach using a relational lens tailored to individuals needing guidance in the areas of: relationships, sexuality, women's issues, career, life transitions, loss, and recovery.

In psychotherapy, we work together to understand the meaning of your symptoms and the sources of your pain. The therapeutic process is in large part a careful encounter with the past in the hope of getting beyond what happened to you and discovering who you are apart from your history. It also includes the exploration of your beliefs, emotions, protective strategies, recurring patterns, and relationship dynamics. From a stance of compassion and curiosity, we put words to your experience and what has been unsayable before.

Michael strives to create a grounding and compassionate space where clients can truly discover themselves. He sees the therapy relationship as a team effort to find out what matters most to clients and how they can pursue more of it. His approach is based mainly on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and psychodynamic therapy.