Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
Brittany Gozikowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11249 (Online Only)
I enjoy using meditation/mindfulness, psychodynamic approaches, CBT, client-centered therapy, existential therapy, strength-based approaches, and empowering folks to define themselves through self-determination.
I believe we are all on a journey to find happiness, purpose, and meaning in life. While the route is not always clear, I am dedicated to helping my clients sort out where they are, and get them to where they’re going. I have experience with clients of all ages with diverse presenting concerns and I modify my treatment modality to meet the unique needs of each person. Working with adolescents and young adults, LGBTQIA folks, and individuals struggling with anxiety, social skills and communication are particular passions of mine.
I enjoy using meditation/mindfulness, psychodynamic approaches, CBT, client-centered therapy, existential therapy, strength-based approaches, and empowering folks to define themselves through self-determination.
I believe we are all on a journey to find happiness, purpose, and meaning in life. While the route is not always clear, I am dedicated to helping my clients sort out where they are, and get them to where they’re going. I have experience with clients of all ages with diverse presenting concerns and I modify my treatment modality to meet the unique needs of each person. Working with adolescents and young adults, LGBTQIA folks, and individuals struggling with anxiety, social skills and communication are particular passions of mine.
Berk L Milnarik
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11216 (Online Only)
Some of my specialty areas are around anxiety and feeling overwhelmed, developmental and intergenerational trauma, queer identity, relationship issues, existential distress, and spiritual integration.
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.
Some of my specialty areas are around anxiety and feeling overwhelmed, developmental and intergenerational trauma, queer identity, relationship issues, existential distress, and spiritual integration.
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.
Sarina J DeStefano
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
To those considering beginning their therapy journey, I understand it can feel like a daunting commitment. It is my mission to create a meaningful, interesting and collaborative environment that meets a client where they are and shows them that they have the capacity for meaningful change. Shift in perspective is crucial to an evolving sense of self. I believe in the power of culture, myth, laughter and metaphor to explore a client's issues. I draw from Jungian, Humanistic and Existential theory and believe therapy is a creative as well as healing enterprise.
To those considering beginning their therapy journey, I understand it can feel like a daunting commitment. It is my mission to create a meaningful, interesting and collaborative environment that meets a client where they are and shows them that they have the capacity for meaningful change. Shift in perspective is crucial to an evolving sense of self. I believe in the power of culture, myth, laughter and metaphor to explore a client's issues. I draw from Jungian, Humanistic and Existential theory and believe therapy is a creative as well as healing enterprise.
Lindsay Mathews
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11238
Waitlist for new clients
I work integratively to tailor treatment to your needs, drawing from psychoanalytic, existential, and more behavioral approaches (DBT, CBT).
If you are seeking therapy at this point in your life, you may be feeling that your usual way of coping isn't working anymore. This may lead to you feeling alienated and lonely, frustrated and angry, hopeless, confused, striving for perfection, or otherwise stuck. It may simply be that your usual way of being is made up of out-of-date strategies - what was once adaptive is now causing you stress and unnecessary suffering. Let me help you learn how to start relaxing the struggle. Our work together will provide an opportunity for self-knowledge, tolerance for difficult emotions, and acceptance of your own humanity.
I work integratively to tailor treatment to your needs, drawing from psychoanalytic, existential, and more behavioral approaches (DBT, CBT).
If you are seeking therapy at this point in your life, you may be feeling that your usual way of coping isn't working anymore. This may lead to you feeling alienated and lonely, frustrated and angry, hopeless, confused, striving for perfection, or otherwise stuck. It may simply be that your usual way of being is made up of out-of-date strategies - what was once adaptive is now causing you stress and unnecessary suffering. Let me help you learn how to start relaxing the struggle. Our work together will provide an opportunity for self-knowledge, tolerance for difficult emotions, and acceptance of your own humanity.
Dr. Kim Manuel
Psychologist, PhD, MA, MEd, PPS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11215
I work with individuals across the lifespan, drawing from an intuitive blend of therapeutic approaches, including attachment-based, inner child work, existential, Jungian, CBT, and holistic approaches.
My clients come to therapy with a desire to better understand themselves, their patterns, and the implicit beliefs they hold about themselves and the world. They are deep thinkers and feelers with a great appreciation for humor as part of the therapeutic process. They are often striving to become (and befriend) the best version of themselves. Together, we balance insights and perspectives with tools that guide transformation and growth.
I work with individuals across the lifespan, drawing from an intuitive blend of therapeutic approaches, including attachment-based, inner child work, existential, Jungian, CBT, and holistic approaches.
My clients come to therapy with a desire to better understand themselves, their patterns, and the implicit beliefs they hold about themselves and the world. They are deep thinkers and feelers with a great appreciation for humor as part of the therapeutic process. They are often striving to become (and befriend) the best version of themselves. Together, we balance insights and perspectives with tools that guide transformation and growth.
Dr. Erica E. Gardner-Schuster
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11218 (Online Only)
My integrative, strengths-based, trauma-informed approach draws from relational, psychodynamic, existential & humanistic traditions.
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.
My integrative, strengths-based, trauma-informed approach draws from relational, psychodynamic, existential & humanistic traditions.
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.
Abbie Loveland Tuller
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11230
I utilize forms of modern psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral, and existential approaches.
The greatest discovery I have made in life is to embrace the unexpected, to crave the twists and turns as much as the great joys of life, and to lead with curiosity. Life can often feel scary, and we may face challenges that leave us feeling like there is nowhere to turn. If you find yourself feeling this way, you are not alone. Whether you are dealing with feelings of great sadness, anxiousness that feels uncontrollable, or struggling to move past an event in your life you have turned to the right place. Seeking therapy can lead to a greater understanding of yourself, the world around you, and the person you want to be.
I utilize forms of modern psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral, and existential approaches.
The greatest discovery I have made in life is to embrace the unexpected, to crave the twists and turns as much as the great joys of life, and to lead with curiosity. Life can often feel scary, and we may face challenges that leave us feeling like there is nowhere to turn. If you find yourself feeling this way, you are not alone. Whether you are dealing with feelings of great sadness, anxiousness that feels uncontrollable, or struggling to move past an event in your life you have turned to the right place. Seeking therapy can lead to a greater understanding of yourself, the world around you, and the person you want to be.
Cicek Erdem
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11215 (Online Only)
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy for adults, adolescents and couples. My interests include interpersonal relationships, self and identity issues, emerging adulthood, healing from trauma, divorce and breakups, loss, parenting, and existential concerns. I have extensive experience in women's mental health, including reproductive and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, relationship and attachment difficulties, disordered eating and body esteem. Additionally, I have a passion for working with adolescents, college-age young adults and their parents.
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy for adults, adolescents and couples. My interests include interpersonal relationships, self and identity issues, emerging adulthood, healing from trauma, divorce and breakups, loss, parenting, and existential concerns. I have extensive experience in women's mental health, including reproductive and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, relationship and attachment difficulties, disordered eating and body esteem. Additionally, I have a passion for working with adolescents, college-age young adults and their parents.
Ariel Gustavo Lachman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Lachman provides treatment from existential-humanistic and psychodynamic frameworks.
If you suffer from complex medical issues, pain management, and/or complications related to obesity, Dr. Lachman may be an especially good choice as a psychotherapist. He specializes in Health Psychology and has extensive training and clinical experience working with patients struggling with these and similar problems. In addition, he has been trained in Clinical Geropsychology and to treat patients with symptoms related to traumatic experiences. Internships within various medical settings, including the Palo Alto VA Hospital and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School has prepared him to identify the proper course of treatment needed for you.
Lachman provides treatment from existential-humanistic and psychodynamic frameworks.
If you suffer from complex medical issues, pain management, and/or complications related to obesity, Dr. Lachman may be an especially good choice as a psychotherapist. He specializes in Health Psychology and has extensive training and clinical experience working with patients struggling with these and similar problems. In addition, he has been trained in Clinical Geropsychology and to treat patients with symptoms related to traumatic experiences. Internships within various medical settings, including the Palo Alto VA Hospital and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School has prepared him to identify the proper course of treatment needed for you.
Psychoanalysis For Artists - Peter Merritt Dobey
MA
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11206
Drawing from my background as editor of an arts magazine and a contemporary artist, I offer tailored psychoanalytic consulting services aimed at helping artists and other individuals tap into their imagination, surmount creative blocks, and unearth fresh inspiration. My practice is rooted in the belief that engaging with existential and metaphysical concepts, as well as understanding one's vocational essence, can pave the way for transformative growth and the realization of personal aspirations.
Drawing from my background as editor of an arts magazine and a contemporary artist, I offer tailored psychoanalytic consulting services aimed at helping artists and other individuals tap into their imagination, surmount creative blocks, and unearth fresh inspiration. My practice is rooted in the belief that engaging with existential and metaphysical concepts, as well as understanding one's vocational essence, can pave the way for transformative growth and the realization of personal aspirations.
Lili Schulder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11237
I have clinical experience working with patients struggling with substance use disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, and other existential dilemmas which may be difficult to name.
Sometimes life has us so overwhelmed that words evade us. We can be drenched in emotion, or we can be numb to it all. Our struggles manifest uniquely according to the biological, psychological, sociological, and spiritual elements in our lives. We might feel lost and alone, but it is important to remember that we are not. I wish to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you, in which we can explore together. We may attempt to connect words with feelings, or we may let silence hold its power; the conscious and the unconscious are both invited. Through our relationship we may discover new pathways of resilience.
I have clinical experience working with patients struggling with substance use disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, and other existential dilemmas which may be difficult to name.
Sometimes life has us so overwhelmed that words evade us. We can be drenched in emotion, or we can be numb to it all. Our struggles manifest uniquely according to the biological, psychological, sociological, and spiritual elements in our lives. We might feel lost and alone, but it is important to remember that we are not. I wish to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you, in which we can explore together. We may attempt to connect words with feelings, or we may let silence hold its power; the conscious and the unconscious are both invited. Through our relationship we may discover new pathways of resilience.
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Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201 (Online Only)
My Therapy Groups integrate specialized attachment/trauma psychodynamic training & DBT/CBT with relational, existential & spiritual traditions.
Do you long for greater love and purpose in your life? Do you feel lonely? Stuck in your struggles? Group therapy can help you find deeper meaning and belonging through the practice of authenticity: "letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are" (Brené Brown). Therapy Groups help you bring your full authentic self into connection to transcend loneliness and find more fulfilling relationships. Group can help you lean into your life with more courage, compassion and vulnerability. Group can support your unique journey as you find your way home to where you belong, and to the relationships that sustain you.
My Therapy Groups integrate specialized attachment/trauma psychodynamic training & DBT/CBT with relational, existential & spiritual traditions.
Do you long for greater love and purpose in your life? Do you feel lonely? Stuck in your struggles? Group therapy can help you find deeper meaning and belonging through the practice of authenticity: "letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are" (Brené Brown). Therapy Groups help you bring your full authentic self into connection to transcend loneliness and find more fulfilling relationships. Group can help you lean into your life with more courage, compassion and vulnerability. Group can support your unique journey as you find your way home to where you belong, and to the relationships that sustain you.
Amy C. Storey
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, MFA, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11217 (Online Only)
My intention is to help clients create the lives they wish for themselves. Living with integrity, agency and authenticity usually entails relinquishing deep seated habits of accommodating others. This often involves grief, depression, identity crises, issues with self-esteem, existential anxiety, creative blocks, life transitions and crises of faith. In addition to moving beyond the residue of past trauma, together we will identify narratives and patterns that are no longer helpful and will focus on what, specifically, YOU want for yourself in this life. I enjoy working with people in the arts.
My intention is to help clients create the lives they wish for themselves. Living with integrity, agency and authenticity usually entails relinquishing deep seated habits of accommodating others. This often involves grief, depression, identity crises, issues with self-esteem, existential anxiety, creative blocks, life transitions and crises of faith. In addition to moving beyond the residue of past trauma, together we will identify narratives and patterns that are no longer helpful and will focus on what, specifically, YOU want for yourself in this life. I enjoy working with people in the arts.
Devin Towle
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11206 (Online Only)
My mission as a therapist is to serve my clients in whatever fashion they may need. My approach is to have us collaborate in a way to not only help you FEEL better, but to actually BE better. Lets work towards being your ideal self. I pull from many psychotherapy orientations in an integrative way and am always striving to learn more. I incorporate knowledge from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychoanalysis, Client-focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Existential Therapy, and more. In addition, I incorporate knowledge acquired from over a decade of studying psychology. This background includes supervising other therapists.
My mission as a therapist is to serve my clients in whatever fashion they may need. My approach is to have us collaborate in a way to not only help you FEEL better, but to actually BE better. Lets work towards being your ideal self. I pull from many psychotherapy orientations in an integrative way and am always striving to learn more. I incorporate knowledge from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychoanalysis, Client-focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Existential Therapy, and more. In addition, I incorporate knowledge acquired from over a decade of studying psychology. This background includes supervising other therapists.
Jack G Bethke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11238
Managing life’s challenges can overwhelm each of us. Whether juggling typical ups and downs or coping with loss, trauma, major upset or crisis, there are times we need compassion, an advocate, a fellow strategist or just someone to listen. Our relationship to ourselves, family, career, or life changes can sometimes seem out of control, leading to depression, anxiety or isolation. Therapy is a tool designed to help manage life’s challenges and bring clarity, perspective and a sense of well-being.
Managing life’s challenges can overwhelm each of us. Whether juggling typical ups and downs or coping with loss, trauma, major upset or crisis, there are times we need compassion, an advocate, a fellow strategist or just someone to listen. Our relationship to ourselves, family, career, or life changes can sometimes seem out of control, leading to depression, anxiety or isolation. Therapy is a tool designed to help manage life’s challenges and bring clarity, perspective and a sense of well-being.
Tashanee Edwards
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Tashanee utilizes an eclectic approach in treatment, her style adapts to the unique needs of each client, depending on their problems, goals, and expectations. She brings thoughtfulness, compassion, and humor to her approaches which has tremendous influence on the therapeutic relationship and effectiveness of treatment. She believes that treatment should be autonomous and collaborative, incorporating their core values and beliefs to achieve clients' personal goals. Tashanee's areas of specialization include person-centered, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Psychoanalytic, and Adlerian approaches.
Tashanee utilizes an eclectic approach in treatment, her style adapts to the unique needs of each client, depending on their problems, goals, and expectations. She brings thoughtfulness, compassion, and humor to her approaches which has tremendous influence on the therapeutic relationship and effectiveness of treatment. She believes that treatment should be autonomous and collaborative, incorporating their core values and beliefs to achieve clients' personal goals. Tashanee's areas of specialization include person-centered, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Psychoanalytic, and Adlerian approaches.
Jordan Dunn
PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11217
I offer safe harbor for distress and instill a generative curiosity. In our work together, we awaken your ability to dream and build a better life. I am a therapist who is both warm and challenging. I use a combination of insight and skills-based approaches. My patients report greater ease "being" with themselves and others. They become more adept at "doing," meeting life's challenges in new, unexpected ways. Without being preachy, I bring attention to culture, social norms, race/ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class to help my patients find freedom, connection, and rehumanization.
I offer safe harbor for distress and instill a generative curiosity. In our work together, we awaken your ability to dream and build a better life. I am a therapist who is both warm and challenging. I use a combination of insight and skills-based approaches. My patients report greater ease "being" with themselves and others. They become more adept at "doing," meeting life's challenges in new, unexpected ways. Without being preachy, I bring attention to culture, social norms, race/ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class to help my patients find freedom, connection, and rehumanization.
Matthew Ushkow
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Together, we will explore feelings, beliefs, and behaviors and work through challenging or influential memories to better understand yourself and others, and work toward your desired change and growth. I have worked extensively with busy professionals, artists, musicians, and individuals striving to express their creativity in unique, and significant ways. As a Relational Psychoanalyst we will work together to explore yourself in depth and create new meaning in your life.
Together, we will explore feelings, beliefs, and behaviors and work through challenging or influential memories to better understand yourself and others, and work toward your desired change and growth. I have worked extensively with busy professionals, artists, musicians, and individuals striving to express their creativity in unique, and significant ways. As a Relational Psychoanalyst we will work together to explore yourself in depth and create new meaning in your life.
Kadosh Mental Health Services
Counselor, MA, LMHC, PsyD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11213
Welcome! With care, dedication and a unique approach I specialize in the treatment of addictive behaviors, anxiety, personality disorders, grief and relationship challenges. Fully licensed psychotherapist in New York State. I trained in Chile and in New York City. I completed a license in Psychology in the Universidad Diego Portales, Chile. I continued my studies in an Applied Psychology Degree at New York University and I was awarded as providing outstanding clinical service by New York University. Please visit my personal webpage for more information http://www.kadoshpsychotherapy.org/
Welcome! With care, dedication and a unique approach I specialize in the treatment of addictive behaviors, anxiety, personality disorders, grief and relationship challenges. Fully licensed psychotherapist in New York State. I trained in Chile and in New York City. I completed a license in Psychology in the Universidad Diego Portales, Chile. I continued my studies in an Applied Psychology Degree at New York University and I was awarded as providing outstanding clinical service by New York University. Please visit my personal webpage for more information http://www.kadoshpsychotherapy.org/
Rachel Schwartz
Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT, MT-BC, CASAC, AVPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Identifying and expressing your emotional experience can be difficult. As a Creative Arts Therapist, Music Therapist, and Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor, I offer talk therapy with the option of using creative arts tools to assist you in your process. I work from a supportive and psychodynamic approach, letting the client's needs be the guide. I have 15 years experience with 13 years working in inpatient psychiatry, providing therapy for people in acute mental health crises and 2 years managing the therapy team on 5 units. Together we can work towards your goals as you gain a deeper understanding of yourself.
Identifying and expressing your emotional experience can be difficult. As a Creative Arts Therapist, Music Therapist, and Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor, I offer talk therapy with the option of using creative arts tools to assist you in your process. I work from a supportive and psychodynamic approach, letting the client's needs be the guide. I have 15 years experience with 13 years working in inpatient psychiatry, providing therapy for people in acute mental health crises and 2 years managing the therapy team on 5 units. Together we can work towards your goals as you gain a deeper understanding of yourself.
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Existential Therapists
How does existential therapy work?
Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.
Is existential therapy evidence-based?
Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.
How long does existential therapy last?
The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is existential therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.