Therapists in 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.

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.

My initial goal is to alleviate suffering associated with depression and anxiety. I provide a safe psychotherapy environment, allowing for exploration of problems, and leading to change. I bring integrity, compassion and flexibility to my work, and have a direct, warm style. If we work together, you can expect to gain a better understanding of yourself and of meaningful people in your life. Consequently, you will be able to identify and move out of areas in which you feel stuck, and become freer to enjoy life.

Dr. Albert provides individual, group, family, and couples therapy. She has specialized training in trauma-focused modalities, cognitive-behavioral treatment for anxiety/depression, behavioral interventions for developmentally disabled populations, and supportive case management. Dr. Albert uses a strengths-based approach in unearthing patterns that undermine personal and professional growth.

Have you ever felt stressed, alone, overwhelmed as a parent, that your child doesn't obey you, and that your life has no meaning? Do you feel like your partner doesn’t understand you? Do you feel like you are not receiving what you give, that sometimes you have to please people or constantly say YES to fit into their circles to be accepted? Well, let me tell you that you're not the only one to feel this way and that there are solutions to those feelings. I am committed to providing excellent service individually tailored to meet your unique situation and needs.

It’s all about YOU, The WHOLE you. Are you suffering from emotional pain? Are you currently putting bandaids on your wounds? This can manifest itself in various ways including; anxiety, depression, anger management problems, alcohol and substance use, unhealthy eating patterns, relationship problems, impulsivity, sexual dysfunctions, out of control sexual behaviors and more.

My practice incorporates and integrates knowledge and techniques from various therapeutic modalities. I can conduct therapy sessions in English, Spanish or Portuguese. I have specific training in EMDR and Sensorimotor (somatic) Psychotherapy. I am a practicing psychedelic-assisted therapist and have trained extensively with ketamine. I offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy sessions in partnership with Journey Clinical. I offer psychedelic prep and integration sessions that are guided by my familiarity with Traditional Amazonian Plant Medicines. In September 2022 I will train in psilocybin assisted therapy in Amsterdam.

Navigating life's struggles can be challenging at times. I see counseling as an opportunity to grow from our experiences and learn how to make meaning out of them. Some of my specialties include work around anxiety, grief, trauma and addiction. I am also a Level I Sensorimotor Psychotherapist and incorporate this practice as appropriate for my clients. I focus on your current challenges and finding ways to overcome them at your pace while in a safe environment. I have worked with people of all ages both individually and as a group facilitator.

We offer creative therapy for creative people because sometimes words are not enough. We primarily use verbal psychotherapy practices to treat our clients, and depending on your needs we may take a more active role and offer, music, visual art, poetry, movement, drama, or EMDR to help you move those sticky feelings. Our goal is to help you create a sense of flow in your life. Therapy like our art, can help us gain insight, reduce anxiety, worry, fear and help us increase our consciousness and connection to our innermost self. No experience in the arts is necessary.

All humans struggle. It is the human condition. Though, to admit, talk about, work on or through complexities is typically met with resistance. I am open, authentic and experienced. For more than 20 years I have worked with people of all ages with varying troubles. I am calm, kind and down to earth and know from experience that I can gain relief and resolution collaboratively with anyone. I am a psychodynamically trained psychotherapist, which enables me to work with any problem/s that one may be having; and without a doubt changes for the better happen daily!

I love providing a safe, comfortable and nonjudgmental space for my clients to explore whatever issues are relevant to their individual circumstances. My therapeutic style is approachable, warm and not overly formal. With an integrative framework and a trauma-informed lens, I blend elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), EMDR, psychodynamic, strengths-based, mindfulness-based and/or existential/spiritual approaches. The experience for clients is flexible and collaborative, as we customize our approach to working together, in order to best fit their individual needs and preferences.

Living in fear, & avoidance is much the same as not living at all. Although pain is a universal inevitability across all life forms, suffering is a uniquely human quality. But, does suffering have to be terminal? Is it always destined? I am confident in my ability to help folks navigate the entanglement & beauty of sexuality, gender, spirituality, race, culture, & identity. I specialize in depression, complex trauma, LGBTQ+ concerns, acculturation & race-based stress, sexual abuse, & interpersonal conflicts. My goal is to help you feel liberated in your body, unashamedly free, & excited for the future. So how do we do this together?

As a couple's psychotherapist with deep roots in cultural studies and contemplative psychotherapy, I am committed to helping you navigate the complexities of emotions and relationships that define our human experience. Often in life, feelings of sadness, confusion, or disconnection can overwhelm us. It’s easy to feel stuck—burdened by emotions that seem too dense to untangle or escape. We might find ourselves criticizing our own thoughts, pushing away loved ones, and losing sight of our innate vibrancy and creativity. But there is a way through this. Change is not only possible; it is within your grasp.

*Email only to join waitlist* You are more than your symptoms, you are a person who is seeking fulfilment. I am a psychotherapist, complex trauma specialist and Certified EMDR practitioner. I strive to provide clients with the best possible therapeutic care through understanding each person in the context of their own unique culture, values and life experiences. I use multiple integrative healing techniques based on the client's individual needs. My doctoral research at NYU has enriched my understanding of attachment injury acquired through adverse childhood events and the treatment of complex layered trauma in adulthood.

I teach Psychoanalysis and train new therapists at the LP program at GC. The past decade has strengthened my desire and capacity to help you heal from heartbreak, disappointment and grief and to come fully alive. Together, we can find what holds you back; integrate the parts of you that are fighting, and transform difficulties into strengths and gifts. People I work with find my non-judgmental, warm, calming and creative attitude helps them listen to what they need and love themselves.

I am dedicated to facilitating deep and impactful change. I not only treat symptoms but encourage my clients to aim for more connected and fulfilled lives. I believe that a safe, supportive and truly affirming environment is the beginning. From this place, clients are able to take necessary risks, enhance connections to self and others, lift or establish boundaries, desensitize and reprocess distress, among other meaningful shifts. This is achieved through methods such as imaginal and in-vivo exposure, visualization, mindful breathing and noticing and modifying experiences in real-time.

I bring a holistic approach to therapy that draws upon relational psychoanalysis and depth psychology, contemplative and mindfulness practices, feminine psychology and somatic awareness. I hold space for the healing of the body, mind, and soul through deep reflection on one's past and present, relational patterns, and exploration into the hidden, unconscious parts of self through desires and narratives that emerge in dream and fantasy.

Being human can be as amazing and rewarding as it can be challenging and confusing. Navigating experiences such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship strains, and life transitions can be especially difficult when feeling stuck, alone, or misunderstood. I believe that upon looking deeply into these challenges, we actually stand to gain a great deal from them, and that having the right support in doing so can really make a difference. As an integrative psychotherapist, I am passionate about holding space for people to explore their full range of human experience and live more fulfilling lives.

Each individual has a unique narrative, experiences, and worldview. As a result, two different people may have a completely different outlook on a common experience. In my approach to therapeutic work, I aspire to explore the intersectionality of various identities that an individual holds. My approach to therapy includes identifying and integrating parts of the individual and their experiences to foster self-awareness, practical solutions, and advance personal growth.During our sessions together, I want to approach my clients in a collaborative manner and provide them the tools and space they need to heal, learn, and grow.