Therapists in 10009
Debbie Missud
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009
Have you been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just “blah?” Is balancing your career, social life, dating, and family contributing to a non-stop feeling of anxiety? Is your inner-critic getting louder, magnifying those "what ifs" and making you question your worth? You're not alone. I am a Columbia University trained therapist specializing in anxiety, trauma, and attachment in 20/30-somethings. In our work together, you will develop tools to cope with stressors, process past and present painful experiences, and build your confidence to make your life more authentic, fulfilling, and meaningful.
Have you been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just “blah?” Is balancing your career, social life, dating, and family contributing to a non-stop feeling of anxiety? Is your inner-critic getting louder, magnifying those "what ifs" and making you question your worth? You're not alone. I am a Columbia University trained therapist specializing in anxiety, trauma, and attachment in 20/30-somethings. In our work together, you will develop tools to cope with stressors, process past and present painful experiences, and build your confidence to make your life more authentic, fulfilling, and meaningful.
Melissa Maria Flores
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009 (Online Only)
Melissa Flores is a bilingual licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a client-centered and trauma-informed approach, graduated magna cum laude from one of Touro's MFT masters programs, and has provided psychotherapy for 6 years to a wide range of people. Melissa has experience working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. She creates a creative, collaborative, and safe environment for clients to feel encouraged to step outside of their comfort zone and thrive. Melissa provides individual, couples, and family therapy as well as groups for organizations, anger management, parenting classes, and couples groups.
Melissa Flores is a bilingual licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a client-centered and trauma-informed approach, graduated magna cum laude from one of Touro's MFT masters programs, and has provided psychotherapy for 6 years to a wide range of people. Melissa has experience working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. She creates a creative, collaborative, and safe environment for clients to feel encouraged to step outside of their comfort zone and thrive. Melissa provides individual, couples, and family therapy as well as groups for organizations, anger management, parenting classes, and couples groups.
Melody Clemons-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009
I specialize in working with Clients who have the following issues: Behavioral Issues, career issues, codependency, learning coping skills, cultural adjustment, depression, anxiety, domestic violence, family conflict, and self-esteem issues.
Melody Clemons-Smith, LCSW. Melody Clemons-Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has a certification in working with the Forensic population. Melody is committed to providing therapy to individuals, couples and families. Some of Melody's clinical interests include working with high-conflict couples, socio-cultural issues, trauma, personality disorders, and cultural identity disorders. Melody utilizes an integrative and collaborative approach and tailors her work to each client’s specific needs and goals in the context of their life.
I specialize in working with Clients who have the following issues: Behavioral Issues, career issues, codependency, learning coping skills, cultural adjustment, depression, anxiety, domestic violence, family conflict, and self-esteem issues.
Melody Clemons-Smith, LCSW. Melody Clemons-Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has a certification in working with the Forensic population. Melody is committed to providing therapy to individuals, couples and families. Some of Melody's clinical interests include working with high-conflict couples, socio-cultural issues, trauma, personality disorders, and cultural identity disorders. Melody utilizes an integrative and collaborative approach and tailors her work to each client’s specific needs and goals in the context of their life.
Rebecca Mitchell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSEd, SIFI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10009
I specialize in the treatment of PTSD, anxiety and depression, and am certified in EMDR, and am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Frequently, people who have experienced trauma develop extraordinary survival skills. Often the strategies that were critical for survival when you were a child, thwart the ability to develop satisfying work, family and/or romantic relationships in adulthood. Psychotherapy provides an opportunity to transcend patterns that are holding you back from achieving your goals, and realizing your potential. This often includes addressing family, career, and relationship issues within the treatment as well as recognizing thinking and/or behavior which may be harmful or holding you back.
I specialize in the treatment of PTSD, anxiety and depression, and am certified in EMDR, and am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Frequently, people who have experienced trauma develop extraordinary survival skills. Often the strategies that were critical for survival when you were a child, thwart the ability to develop satisfying work, family and/or romantic relationships in adulthood. Psychotherapy provides an opportunity to transcend patterns that are holding you back from achieving your goals, and realizing your potential. This often includes addressing family, career, and relationship issues within the treatment as well as recognizing thinking and/or behavior which may be harmful or holding you back.
Rachel Wolk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10009 (Online Only)
I can help you with: ADHD, Autism (ASD), depression, anxiety, trauma/ PTSD, family conflict, interpersonal problems, bullying/ harassment, parenting, life stressors, eating disorders, somatic symptom disorders; and gender identity related concerns.
I offer a hands-on approach in therapy. I provide support to young adults (17-45), parents (parental support and coaching), students and working professionals, couples, families, and parents, neurodivergent individuals (people with ADHD, ASD, LGBTQ+ individuals, and genderqueer (non-binary, agender, pangender, genderfluid) individuals.
I can help you with: ADHD, Autism (ASD), depression, anxiety, trauma/ PTSD, family conflict, interpersonal problems, bullying/ harassment, parenting, life stressors, eating disorders, somatic symptom disorders; and gender identity related concerns.
I offer a hands-on approach in therapy. I provide support to young adults (17-45), parents (parental support and coaching), students and working professionals, couples, families, and parents, neurodivergent individuals (people with ADHD, ASD, LGBTQ+ individuals, and genderqueer (non-binary, agender, pangender, genderfluid) individuals.
Elizabeth Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009
Hi. How are you today? My name is Beth Walker. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I see counseling as a collaboration where I walk beside you on your healing journey, and I really appreciate client input, especially if I am missing the mark. My areas of practice include; depression, anxiety, OCD, emotion regulation, trauma, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, addictions, and dissociation. Treatment interventions I am trained in include; Trauma Informed Care, CBT, DBT, Emotion Focused Couple therapy, EMDR, CPT, Ego State therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Schema therapy.
Hi. How are you today? My name is Beth Walker. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I see counseling as a collaboration where I walk beside you on your healing journey, and I really appreciate client input, especially if I am missing the mark. My areas of practice include; depression, anxiety, OCD, emotion regulation, trauma, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, addictions, and dissociation. Treatment interventions I am trained in include; Trauma Informed Care, CBT, DBT, Emotion Focused Couple therapy, EMDR, CPT, Ego State therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Schema therapy.
Leila Hagopian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10009 (Online Only)
I can help you with: Life stressors, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma/ PTSD, family conflict, interpersonal problems Parenting, relationship problems, eating disorders, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Autism (ASD).
I offer a practical, goal-oriented approach to therapy. I provide support to teens, young adults, and middle-aged adults, college students and working professionals, couples, families, and parents, neurodivergent individuals (people with ADHD/ Autism), LGBTQ+ individuals, and genderqueer (non-binary, agender, pangender, genderfluid) individuals.
I can help you with: Life stressors, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma/ PTSD, family conflict, interpersonal problems Parenting, relationship problems, eating disorders, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Autism (ASD).
I offer a practical, goal-oriented approach to therapy. I provide support to teens, young adults, and middle-aged adults, college students and working professionals, couples, families, and parents, neurodivergent individuals (people with ADHD/ Autism), LGBTQ+ individuals, and genderqueer (non-binary, agender, pangender, genderfluid) individuals.
Alison Kalfus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009
I work with individuals (young adult to elderly) with relationship, addiction, work, and family issues.
I believe in treating emotional pain as a signal that old attitudes, beliefs and behaviors are no longer working. In psychotherapy we can explore these beliefs together and decide whether they still serve you. And, we can then work to make changes reflecting emotional shifts. To do this I believe in creating an atmosphere where emotional exploration is encouraged, and the isolation, depression, and anxiety that false beliefs engender, is reduced.
I work with individuals (young adult to elderly) with relationship, addiction, work, and family issues.
I believe in treating emotional pain as a signal that old attitudes, beliefs and behaviors are no longer working. In psychotherapy we can explore these beliefs together and decide whether they still serve you. And, we can then work to make changes reflecting emotional shifts. To do this I believe in creating an atmosphere where emotional exploration is encouraged, and the isolation, depression, and anxiety that false beliefs engender, is reduced.
Mary Caldwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10009 (Online Only)
My 4-year postgraduate training in Family and Couples Therapy at the Ackerman Institute supports my focus on relational work for individuals as well as in work with people in relationship with each other.
We all experience periods when we feel unsure of ourselves, discouraged, overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed. We also each have unique resources, strengths, and coping skills. Private, public, and communally shared experiences challenge us to evolve into versions of ourselves that have never existed before. Our genders and cultures color and affect our experiences. Therapy enables us to choose from among our ever-shifting resources as we move through our lives.
My 4-year postgraduate training in Family and Couples Therapy at the Ackerman Institute supports my focus on relational work for individuals as well as in work with people in relationship with each other.
We all experience periods when we feel unsure of ourselves, discouraged, overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed. We also each have unique resources, strengths, and coping skills. Private, public, and communally shared experiences challenge us to evolve into versions of ourselves that have never existed before. Our genders and cultures color and affect our experiences. Therapy enables us to choose from among our ever-shifting resources as we move through our lives.
Vanessa Gonzalez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10009 (Online Only)
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to helping clients learn how to live their best lives. My work focuses on targeting ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs we have about ourselves. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients live happier lives. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, family issues, interpersonal/social struggles, and imposter syndrome. I utilize an eclectic approach of evidenced based treatments that includes CBT, Behavioral therapy, traditional psychotherapy, and DBT to meet each clients individual needs.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to helping clients learn how to live their best lives. My work focuses on targeting ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs we have about ourselves. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients live happier lives. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, family issues, interpersonal/social struggles, and imposter syndrome. I utilize an eclectic approach of evidenced based treatments that includes CBT, Behavioral therapy, traditional psychotherapy, and DBT to meet each clients individual needs.
Lilibeth Chauca- Expansive Therapy
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009
I believe that understanding ourselves and how we've been impacted by life experiences is essential for personal growth. Through self-exploration, clients can identify behavior patterns and life perspectives that no longer meet their needs. Clients will be empowered to develop approaches to obstacles that allow them to connect to their strengths. In my practice I integrate: EMDR, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavior therapy, internal family systems and mindfulness work.
I believe that understanding ourselves and how we've been impacted by life experiences is essential for personal growth. Through self-exploration, clients can identify behavior patterns and life perspectives that no longer meet their needs. Clients will be empowered to develop approaches to obstacles that allow them to connect to their strengths. In my practice I integrate: EMDR, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavior therapy, internal family systems and mindfulness work.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009
It is sometimes difficult to know the direction one must take in life because of the influence of family, friends, and even strangers. Advice may be plentiful, but not helpful. I help by offering supportive and collaborative conversations so that you may find your own voice, use the skills and creativity that you have to survive life's challenges, transitions and relationships. I have made a commitment to work with individuals, and their families (when desired and available) to improve relationships, heal pains, and stregthen bonds.
It is sometimes difficult to know the direction one must take in life because of the influence of family, friends, and even strangers. Advice may be plentiful, but not helpful. I help by offering supportive and collaborative conversations so that you may find your own voice, use the skills and creativity that you have to survive life's challenges, transitions and relationships. I have made a commitment to work with individuals, and their families (when desired and available) to improve relationships, heal pains, and stregthen bonds.
Helen Nemes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10009
I have extensive training in the following areas: individuals, group, couples, family, substance use, adolescents.
Do you engage in self-defeating behaviors? Are you drawn to relationships that will disappoint you? Are you not living up to your potential? I will help you discover your strengths and how you can be more resilient! I am a Psychotherapist using cognitive behavioral, evidence-based techniques as well as a holistic approach to help you cope with anxiety, depression, addictions, as well as relationships with partners, families, and work. I will help you break negative and patterns in order for you to develop loving and caring relationships in your family and at work.
I have extensive training in the following areas: individuals, group, couples, family, substance use, adolescents.
Do you engage in self-defeating behaviors? Are you drawn to relationships that will disappoint you? Are you not living up to your potential? I will help you discover your strengths and how you can be more resilient! I am a Psychotherapist using cognitive behavioral, evidence-based techniques as well as a holistic approach to help you cope with anxiety, depression, addictions, as well as relationships with partners, families, and work. I will help you break negative and patterns in order for you to develop loving and caring relationships in your family and at work.
Krystyna Sanderson
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10009
My work results in many benefits, including stopping self-destructive behaviors, recovery from trauma and addictions, reduction of depression and anxiety, new direction in career, improved relational skills, stronger ties with family and friends.
I am a licensed psychoanalyst with a Doctorate in Psychology. I hold a certificate in the Couples Therapy Training and Education Program from the William Alanson White Institute. I welcome both individuals and couples in my practice. In my work with clients I employ the theories of psychoanalytical thought. While respecting the diverse belief systems and faith backgrounds of my patients, I also address the spiritual component of emotional healing. Having a European upbringing and living in the United States for many years, I bring a diverse psychological and cultural understanding to my work with clients from many different backgrounds.
My work results in many benefits, including stopping self-destructive behaviors, recovery from trauma and addictions, reduction of depression and anxiety, new direction in career, improved relational skills, stronger ties with family and friends.
I am a licensed psychoanalyst with a Doctorate in Psychology. I hold a certificate in the Couples Therapy Training and Education Program from the William Alanson White Institute. I welcome both individuals and couples in my practice. In my work with clients I employ the theories of psychoanalytical thought. While respecting the diverse belief systems and faith backgrounds of my patients, I also address the spiritual component of emotional healing. Having a European upbringing and living in the United States for many years, I bring a diverse psychological and cultural understanding to my work with clients from many different backgrounds.
Virginia Parker Kelley
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009
Dr. Kelley is a licensed clinical psychologist, with more than 20 years of experience in the practice of psychotherapy. In addition to her doctoral degree, she has completed advanced training in the practice of psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. Her areas of special interest include: ~depression and anxiety ~problems in close relationships ~problems related to self-esteem and assertiveness ~career and stage-of-life concerns ~problems and concerns related to family of origin or childhood circumstances.
Dr. Kelley is a licensed clinical psychologist, with more than 20 years of experience in the practice of psychotherapy. In addition to her doctoral degree, she has completed advanced training in the practice of psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. Her areas of special interest include: ~depression and anxiety ~problems in close relationships ~problems related to self-esteem and assertiveness ~career and stage-of-life concerns ~problems and concerns related to family of origin or childhood circumstances.
Roberta Shafter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009
I am a graduate of advanced training programs in both psychodynamic and couple/family treatment, and also have learned to integrate cognitive and experiential components into my practice.
People most often contact me when a critical life event has occurred. They may be feeling anxious or depressed, or have become newly aware of a need to make changes in the way they handle their relationships, emotions, and self-esteem. For some, this is the beginning of a long journey of self-exploration. Others prefer to seek new, more effective tools to address the immediate situation. I think that a good clinician should be able to tailor the treatment to fit the needs and preferences of the client. Too often it is the other way around.
I am a graduate of advanced training programs in both psychodynamic and couple/family treatment, and also have learned to integrate cognitive and experiential components into my practice.
People most often contact me when a critical life event has occurred. They may be feeling anxious or depressed, or have become newly aware of a need to make changes in the way they handle their relationships, emotions, and self-esteem. For some, this is the beginning of a long journey of self-exploration. Others prefer to seek new, more effective tools to address the immediate situation. I think that a good clinician should be able to tailor the treatment to fit the needs and preferences of the client. Too often it is the other way around.
Eric Reid
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009
I work with adults and couples with multiple and varied issues, including chemical dependency, mood disorders, relationship and family problems, and psychotic disorders.
We are defined by our relationships. Relationship to ourselves, to others and to the world. Relationship dynamics get formed in attempts to succeed in life. Though sometimes we may succeed in relationship at certain points in life, those same dynamics can also become unproductive. At that point we can use the dynamic to understand the problem and determine the adjustments that then lead to success once again.
I work with adults and couples with multiple and varied issues, including chemical dependency, mood disorders, relationship and family problems, and psychotic disorders.
We are defined by our relationships. Relationship to ourselves, to others and to the world. Relationship dynamics get formed in attempts to succeed in life. Though sometimes we may succeed in relationship at certain points in life, those same dynamics can also become unproductive. At that point we can use the dynamic to understand the problem and determine the adjustments that then lead to success once again.
Christine M. O'Toole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10009
I have more than 10 years of experience as a clinician working with clients on issues such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationships stresses, LGBTQ issues, family of origin issues, and trauma.
I view therapy as a collaboration, one in which we work together to enhance your quality of life, one in which we explore your goals, dreams, and passions in a safe and trusting space. Do you want to find your most authentic self and feel more present in your life? Are you feeling stuck in your job, relationships, or past? Whether you are looking to make life changes, overcome current stresses, or need to find healing for deeper vulnerabilities, I will seek to engage you and work with you with a warm and respectful approach, always mindful of where you are in the process.
I have more than 10 years of experience as a clinician working with clients on issues such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationships stresses, LGBTQ issues, family of origin issues, and trauma.
I view therapy as a collaboration, one in which we work together to enhance your quality of life, one in which we explore your goals, dreams, and passions in a safe and trusting space. Do you want to find your most authentic self and feel more present in your life? Are you feeling stuck in your job, relationships, or past? Whether you are looking to make life changes, overcome current stresses, or need to find healing for deeper vulnerabilities, I will seek to engage you and work with you with a warm and respectful approach, always mindful of where you are in the process.
Kathy Lecube
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009 (Online Only)
I am an experienced clinical psychotherapist specializing in adult individual treatment. I work with patients to create positive solutions so they can free themselves and achieve their personal goals. I have trained in family systems theory, systemic problem solving, and psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I seek to find the core of a problem and explore its roots in order to achieve awareness and resolve repetitive issues that adversely affect your life. If you feel you are not reaching your full potential and are motivated to do so, I will assist you to reach your goal.
I am an experienced clinical psychotherapist specializing in adult individual treatment. I work with patients to create positive solutions so they can free themselves and achieve their personal goals. I have trained in family systems theory, systemic problem solving, and psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I seek to find the core of a problem and explore its roots in order to achieve awareness and resolve repetitive issues that adversely affect your life. If you feel you are not reaching your full potential and are motivated to do so, I will assist you to reach your goal.
Glenda Stoller, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10009
I also offer insight and strategies to cope with the challenges of family life.
I have been in private practice for over 25 years, seeing a wide range of people. I see teens and adults for individual psychodynamic psychotherapy, and also counsel couples and parents. I specialize in play therapy with children. I see clients for short-term as well as long-term therapy depending on their needs. I work with issues of anxiety and depression, relationship problems, communication difficulties, and work concerns. Each person is seen as a unique individual with concerns that are addressed with respect and caring in a safe non-judgmental environment. The goal is to promote self-understanding, self acceptance and a happier life.
I also offer insight and strategies to cope with the challenges of family life.
I have been in private practice for over 25 years, seeing a wide range of people. I see teens and adults for individual psychodynamic psychotherapy, and also counsel couples and parents. I specialize in play therapy with children. I see clients for short-term as well as long-term therapy depending on their needs. I work with issues of anxiety and depression, relationship problems, communication difficulties, and work concerns. Each person is seen as a unique individual with concerns that are addressed with respect and caring in a safe non-judgmental environment. The goal is to promote self-understanding, self acceptance and a happier life.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.