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Jason Duncan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
Beyond treating individuals, I provide couples and family therapy.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
Beyond treating individuals, I provide couples and family therapy.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
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Emily Upshur
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
I have expertise in trauma-focused interventions, family therapy, mother-infant therapy, parent work, as well as child-focused interventions.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in New York City and Westchester. I focus on women's health, including the transition to parenthood, as well as extensive work with children and families. I served as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine, Outpatient Psychiatry Multi-Cultural Coordinator and Supervising Psychologist, and Clinical Director of the Center for Trauma and Resilience at Mount Sinai Beth Israel. I believe in supporting every member of the family system as they navigate life stressors and adjustment issues to promote resilience in the face of adversity.
I have expertise in trauma-focused interventions, family therapy, mother-infant therapy, parent work, as well as child-focused interventions.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in New York City and Westchester. I focus on women's health, including the transition to parenthood, as well as extensive work with children and families. I served as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine, Outpatient Psychiatry Multi-Cultural Coordinator and Supervising Psychologist, and Clinical Director of the Center for Trauma and Resilience at Mount Sinai Beth Israel. I believe in supporting every member of the family system as they navigate life stressors and adjustment issues to promote resilience in the face of adversity.
(917) 809-5488 View (917) 809-5488
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David Behar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
I work primarily with individual adults, couples, families and adolescents. I have great success helping patients navigate and healthy boundaries in a relationships and to teach how to deliver respect. Issues I'm best suited to treat are depression and other mood disorders, relationships of all kinds, substance abuse, addiction and recovery. I have experience and training with human sexuality and sexual identity, I'm trained as a family therapist and work with parents to establish healthy boundaries with their children. All of this is in service of personal growth and increased happiness better living strategies.
I work primarily with individual adults, couples, families and adolescents. I have great success helping patients navigate and healthy boundaries in a relationships and to teach how to deliver respect. Issues I'm best suited to treat are depression and other mood disorders, relationships of all kinds, substance abuse, addiction and recovery. I have experience and training with human sexuality and sexual identity, I'm trained as a family therapist and work with parents to establish healthy boundaries with their children. All of this is in service of personal growth and increased happiness better living strategies.
(914) 465-3243 View (914) 465-3243
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Melissa Schwalbenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803  (Online Only)
Melissa has more than 6 years experience working as a therapist with diverse cultures and ages. I work as a High School Social Worker with adolescents and families to tackle many different issues including, but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, grief, school/work challenges, relationship/family troubles, and many more. She is an compassionate therapist. Her goal is to help clients feel safe & while exploring their concerns and challenges.
Melissa has more than 6 years experience working as a therapist with diverse cultures and ages. I work as a High School Social Worker with adolescents and families to tackle many different issues including, but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, grief, school/work challenges, relationship/family troubles, and many more. She is an compassionate therapist. Her goal is to help clients feel safe & while exploring their concerns and challenges.
(914) 817-0680 View (914) 817-0680
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Dr. Urania Poulis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pelham, NY 10803
My practice has focused on helping people face the complexities of today's world, including relationships, family, and workplace.
Finding a therapist who can really listen and then offer solutions can be a challenging task. As a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of counseling experience, I am dedicated to counseling and assisting teenage and adult patients. My main areas of expertise are depression, anxiety, women's issues including infertility, postpartum depression, relationship issues, divorce and women in the workplace concerns. I have worked extensively with high school students. My goal is to work with you to find solutions to the issues that are difficult to cope with. Together, we will develop helpful strategies to face life's challenges.
My practice has focused on helping people face the complexities of today's world, including relationships, family, and workplace.
Finding a therapist who can really listen and then offer solutions can be a challenging task. As a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of counseling experience, I am dedicated to counseling and assisting teenage and adult patients. My main areas of expertise are depression, anxiety, women's issues including infertility, postpartum depression, relationship issues, divorce and women in the workplace concerns. I have worked extensively with high school students. My goal is to work with you to find solutions to the issues that are difficult to cope with. Together, we will develop helpful strategies to face life's challenges.
(914) 418-3037 View (914) 418-3037
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Vicki Ehrlich
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
Are you anxious or depressed? Overwhelmed at home, at work or school? Conflicted or stressed about a major life change? Are you entangled in a recurring conflict with your partner, child, family member or co-worker? Are you struggling with dating and sustaining positive relationships? I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of experience helping adults, couples, and teens develop greater confidence in themselves, security in their relationships and enhanced control over their lives. I work in an active and supportive manner and am continually inspired by seeing the dramatic changes people can make in their lives.
Are you anxious or depressed? Overwhelmed at home, at work or school? Conflicted or stressed about a major life change? Are you entangled in a recurring conflict with your partner, child, family member or co-worker? Are you struggling with dating and sustaining positive relationships? I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of experience helping adults, couples, and teens develop greater confidence in themselves, security in their relationships and enhanced control over their lives. I work in an active and supportive manner and am continually inspired by seeing the dramatic changes people can make in their lives.
(914) 833-3875 View (914) 833-3875
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Paul Greene
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pelham, NY 10803
I work with adults and couples who need solutions for personal, interpersonal or situational issues. Problems in one's life often appear as depression or anxiety, a seemingly unresolvable situation, or conflicts with a spouse, a child, extended family, friend, co-worker or employer. Together, you and I as collaborators, will seek to understand the causes and find solutions. I am a licensed psychologist, practicing psychotherapist, college professor, and author, and talked to many clients about their lives, thoughts, and experiences - what's been done to them, what they have done, and how they have survived.
I work with adults and couples who need solutions for personal, interpersonal or situational issues. Problems in one's life often appear as depression or anxiety, a seemingly unresolvable situation, or conflicts with a spouse, a child, extended family, friend, co-worker or employer. Together, you and I as collaborators, will seek to understand the causes and find solutions. I am a licensed psychologist, practicing psychotherapist, college professor, and author, and talked to many clients about their lives, thoughts, and experiences - what's been done to them, what they have done, and how they have survived.
(914) 819-5520 View (914) 819-5520
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Rebecca Halperin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MST, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
I specialize in working with adults and young adults who are navigating significant change in their life as well as those facing loss and trauma. The definition and scope of both "loss" and "trauma" are as unique as the individual struggling to move through it; my work honors the unique circumstances each person brings to the therapeutic space while also utilizing methods that are proven to promote growth and reduce emotional distress. If you are struggling with a health or medical trauma, death/other significant loss, or a developmental trauma that is impacting current relationships, you do not need to struggle alone.
I specialize in working with adults and young adults who are navigating significant change in their life as well as those facing loss and trauma. The definition and scope of both "loss" and "trauma" are as unique as the individual struggling to move through it; my work honors the unique circumstances each person brings to the therapeutic space while also utilizing methods that are proven to promote growth and reduce emotional distress. If you are struggling with a health or medical trauma, death/other significant loss, or a developmental trauma that is impacting current relationships, you do not need to struggle alone.
(914) 303-8720 View (914) 303-8720
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Samuel Parton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears. While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.
Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears. While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.
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Ranjana Hari
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
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Sarah Bren
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
My goal is to help individuals and families become more attuned with themselves and others, in the service of increasing personal and interpersonal satisfaction and getting one's needs met more effectively. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, issues in relationships, trouble working through life transitions, and difficulty feeling in control of their emotions. I also specialize in working with parents to foster healthy and respectful relationships with their children and develop effective parenting skills related to communication, boundaries, discipline, and helping their children to manage their big emotions.
My goal is to help individuals and families become more attuned with themselves and others, in the service of increasing personal and interpersonal satisfaction and getting one's needs met more effectively. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, issues in relationships, trouble working through life transitions, and difficulty feeling in control of their emotions. I also specialize in working with parents to foster healthy and respectful relationships with their children and develop effective parenting skills related to communication, boundaries, discipline, and helping their children to manage their big emotions.
(646) 362-6819 View (646) 362-6819
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Mirna A Coto-Chang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MHC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803  (Online Only)
I am an empathetic, compassionate, and understanding therapist. I graduated from Columbia University School of Social Work with the goal of helping my clients feel safe and comforted while exploring their unique concerns and challenges. Seeking therapy is a challenging and scary experience, but it is also a brave decision to make; it is usually your first step to healing and getting the help you need. Let me help you, support you, and collaborate together towards your goals in a safe therapeutic space.
I am an empathetic, compassionate, and understanding therapist. I graduated from Columbia University School of Social Work with the goal of helping my clients feel safe and comforted while exploring their unique concerns and challenges. Seeking therapy is a challenging and scary experience, but it is also a brave decision to make; it is usually your first step to healing and getting the help you need. Let me help you, support you, and collaborate together towards your goals in a safe therapeutic space.
(914) 246-5078 View (914) 246-5078
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Haley Kastner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
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Michaela D'Urso
MS
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
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Pamela Stramiello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with postgraduate training who has been in private practice in NYC and Westchester for 22 years. I work with adults, individuals and couples, and I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression and relationship issues. My orientation is psychodynamic but I utilize an eclectic approach and various treatment modalities, depending on the personality of the individual and the issues presented. Whether you are interested in short term focused therapy or a more comprehensive exploratory therapy, I will use my expertise to help you reach your therapeutic goals at a pace that is comfortable for you.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with postgraduate training who has been in private practice in NYC and Westchester for 22 years. I work with adults, individuals and couples, and I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression and relationship issues. My orientation is psychodynamic but I utilize an eclectic approach and various treatment modalities, depending on the personality of the individual and the issues presented. Whether you are interested in short term focused therapy or a more comprehensive exploratory therapy, I will use my expertise to help you reach your therapeutic goals at a pace that is comfortable for you.
(914) 352-5042 View (914) 352-5042
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Renee Liker Wolk
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
Over the past twenty years, I have been helping adults, teens and couples navigate a number of life's challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties and other major life transitions. Building trusting, honest, direct and empathic relationships with my clients is most important to me and is what I believe makes therapy successful. People seek therapy when they are struggling with something that is not working in their lives or they are dealing with painful emotions. Through a mutually respectful, collaborative process I help my clients develop new coping strategies and skills to make the changes they are looking for in their lives.
Over the past twenty years, I have been helping adults, teens and couples navigate a number of life's challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties and other major life transitions. Building trusting, honest, direct and empathic relationships with my clients is most important to me and is what I believe makes therapy successful. People seek therapy when they are struggling with something that is not working in their lives or they are dealing with painful emotions. Through a mutually respectful, collaborative process I help my clients develop new coping strategies and skills to make the changes they are looking for in their lives.
(914) 595-5865 View (914) 595-5865
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Laura Monserrat
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
The one factor that contributes most to successful therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. My commitment to you in this regard is absolute. Fostering a strong therapeutic relationship - based on mutual respect and trust - is an ongoing aspect of our work. I provide a safe and comfortable environment for this to occur. My style of interaction is active and responsive. I am direct, supportive, and compassionate. I listen well. My approach focuses on your concerns and my interventions are tailored to your specific circumstances. I suggest additional areas of focus as they arise. We can also focus on decision-making / problem-solving.
The one factor that contributes most to successful therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. My commitment to you in this regard is absolute. Fostering a strong therapeutic relationship - based on mutual respect and trust - is an ongoing aspect of our work. I provide a safe and comfortable environment for this to occur. My style of interaction is active and responsive. I am direct, supportive, and compassionate. I listen well. My approach focuses on your concerns and my interventions are tailored to your specific circumstances. I suggest additional areas of focus as they arise. We can also focus on decision-making / problem-solving.
(914) 361-4197 View (914) 361-4197
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Michael Schreiber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pelham, NY 10803
I am experienced in helping clients recapture the person they previously were. Many clients say to me, "I just want to go back to being the person I used to be", and that's exactly what we focus on. Clients also often say to me, "I just don't know what to do or what I want", and we work together until we figure out how to alleviate their confusion. We achieve this in various ways, most often through exploration of the presenting issues, examination of past relationships and significant experiences as well as decision-making and behavioral patterns.
I am experienced in helping clients recapture the person they previously were. Many clients say to me, "I just want to go back to being the person I used to be", and that's exactly what we focus on. Clients also often say to me, "I just don't know what to do or what I want", and we work together until we figure out how to alleviate their confusion. We achieve this in various ways, most often through exploration of the presenting issues, examination of past relationships and significant experiences as well as decision-making and behavioral patterns.
(914) 350-4374 View (914) 350-4374
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John Krachenfels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
Have you wondered whether you would benefit from in-person therapy? I offer a phone consultation to answer any questions you may have. I can assist you in resolving challenges and becoming your own therapist by teaching you how to overcome obstacles to succeed. I am skilled at helping high-functioning adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career issues, addiction issues, academic issues, and goal attainment. My approach is solution-focused. Sessions are tailored to your specific needs. I am approachable and genuine. My clients usually see reduced symptoms and improved well-being early on in treatment.
Have you wondered whether you would benefit from in-person therapy? I offer a phone consultation to answer any questions you may have. I can assist you in resolving challenges and becoming your own therapist by teaching you how to overcome obstacles to succeed. I am skilled at helping high-functioning adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career issues, addiction issues, academic issues, and goal attainment. My approach is solution-focused. Sessions are tailored to your specific needs. I am approachable and genuine. My clients usually see reduced symptoms and improved well-being early on in treatment.
(646) 906-9835 View (646) 906-9835
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Daniel Joseph Franco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
Have you ever considered whether your child could benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to answer concerns you may have. You can speak to me about anything; nothing you say will surprise or shock me. I can assist your child navigate through  struggles as well as helping them become their own therapist. I work successfully with adolescents who struggle with anxiety, panic attacks, relationship problems, trauma, academic, and addiction issues.
Have you ever considered whether your child could benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to answer concerns you may have. You can speak to me about anything; nothing you say will surprise or shock me. I can assist your child navigate through  struggles as well as helping them become their own therapist. I work successfully with adolescents who struggle with anxiety, panic attacks, relationship problems, trauma, academic, and addiction issues.
(929) 357-2428 View (929) 357-2428

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.