Therapists in New York, NY
Brittany Webber
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
As a child psychologist I work with many children who struggle with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges. It is vital to address these challenges early in a child’s development and to provide individualized treatment, tailored to the needs of the child and the family. Therapy will offer your child the opportunity to express their concerns, understand their emotions, and develop coping skills. In my work with adolescents I aim to help them to find balance between their emerging independence and their ongoing reliance on the adults in their lives.
As a child psychologist I work with many children who struggle with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges. It is vital to address these challenges early in a child’s development and to provide individualized treatment, tailored to the needs of the child and the family. Therapy will offer your child the opportunity to express their concerns, understand their emotions, and develop coping skills. In my work with adolescents I aim to help them to find balance between their emerging independence and their ongoing reliance on the adults in their lives.
Edward Elder
Counselor, MDiv, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I use a psychodynamic approach which integrates spirituality and psychotherapy, helping people who struggle with depression, loneliness, sexual abuse, drug addiction. I help couples and families learn to communicate their needs and feelings effectively. I work with gay men and lesbians seeking to integrate their sexual identity, as well as those working to enhance their relationships. I work extensively with people suffering from chronic illnesses (e.g. AIDS) and those who care for them. I am a Member of AAMFT, ACPE, and EGPS and have certificates in Pastoral Psychotherapy, Marriage and Family Therapy and Group Psychotherapy.
I use a psychodynamic approach which integrates spirituality and psychotherapy, helping people who struggle with depression, loneliness, sexual abuse, drug addiction. I help couples and families learn to communicate their needs and feelings effectively. I work with gay men and lesbians seeking to integrate their sexual identity, as well as those working to enhance their relationships. I work extensively with people suffering from chronic illnesses (e.g. AIDS) and those who care for them. I am a Member of AAMFT, ACPE, and EGPS and have certificates in Pastoral Psychotherapy, Marriage and Family Therapy and Group Psychotherapy.
Linda Turner
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003
I have 20 yrs experience, work relationally and can support you in navigating relationships with your own internal experience, with your family, friends, colleagues and/or with romantic stressors - from not being in one and wanting to be, to becoming better equipped within yours, to ending and/or starting anew.
Imagine connecting to yourself and others in new ways by getting clear that within you is a resiliency, a capacity to thrive even as part/s of you may be depressed, anxious, struggle with relationships, and/or are self critical. Imagine beginning to trust that your life can be more of what you want it to be. Working together in a supportive and open way, we can integrate talk, art and other forms of creativity to explore your life. As the creation of a new idea, feeling and/or image arises, as you reframe your past, master feelings, recognize resiliencies, and create new thought patterns - growth and healing occurs.
I have 20 yrs experience, work relationally and can support you in navigating relationships with your own internal experience, with your family, friends, colleagues and/or with romantic stressors - from not being in one and wanting to be, to becoming better equipped within yours, to ending and/or starting anew.
Imagine connecting to yourself and others in new ways by getting clear that within you is a resiliency, a capacity to thrive even as part/s of you may be depressed, anxious, struggle with relationships, and/or are self critical. Imagine beginning to trust that your life can be more of what you want it to be. Working together in a supportive and open way, we can integrate talk, art and other forms of creativity to explore your life. As the creation of a new idea, feeling and/or image arises, as you reframe your past, master feelings, recognize resiliencies, and create new thought patterns - growth and healing occurs.
Olga Poznansky
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I have worked with children and adults suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, work/school/success inhibitions, family/relationship issues, conflicts around major life decisions, sexuality, identity concerns and immigration.
Life can be difficult at times. For many of us protecting ourselves from knowing our suffering can take the form of troubling emotional symptoms, self-destructiveness as well as anxieties and inhibitions. Yet it is precisely these symptoms we must take the time to listen to as messages communicating something essential and understandable about our suffering, fears, and wishes - the emotional meanings of our personal history. By listening to you closely and carefully, we will explore together thoughts and feelings that were previously unknown to you yet powerfully affect your life. Talking changes the way things look.
I have worked with children and adults suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, work/school/success inhibitions, family/relationship issues, conflicts around major life decisions, sexuality, identity concerns and immigration.
Life can be difficult at times. For many of us protecting ourselves from knowing our suffering can take the form of troubling emotional symptoms, self-destructiveness as well as anxieties and inhibitions. Yet it is precisely these symptoms we must take the time to listen to as messages communicating something essential and understandable about our suffering, fears, and wishes - the emotional meanings of our personal history. By listening to you closely and carefully, we will explore together thoughts and feelings that were previously unknown to you yet powerfully affect your life. Talking changes the way things look.
Daniel DiTieri
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Clinician, I have the highest caliber and specialized training.
Are you a high-achieving Type A who has accomplished professional success but is struggling in your relationships? You may feel emotionally disengaged and lonely, tired of the vicious circles of broken promises, negative assumptions, and reactions, and beginning to dislike the person you are becoming in your marriage. Relationships can go through various stages and challenges that may create distance between partners. We believe in the concept of the marriage cycle at the beginning, there is love and admiration. Still, the couple evolves as stressors and issues arise, leading to a sense of distance and resentment.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Clinician, I have the highest caliber and specialized training.
Are you a high-achieving Type A who has accomplished professional success but is struggling in your relationships? You may feel emotionally disengaged and lonely, tired of the vicious circles of broken promises, negative assumptions, and reactions, and beginning to dislike the person you are becoming in your marriage. Relationships can go through various stages and challenges that may create distance between partners. We believe in the concept of the marriage cycle at the beginning, there is love and admiration. Still, the couple evolves as stressors and issues arise, leading to a sense of distance and resentment.
Anthony Procaccino
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
Every person who chooses therapy does so for a unique combination of reasons, as my patients have revealed to me in twenty years of private practice. No one fits into simple categories, teens especially. Some are impacted by events long ago, others by recent setbacks, while most are triggered by a combination of influences known and unknown. Working with children and adolescents, I understand these manifold pressures are sometimes accompanied by resistance to change, thereby limiting the otherwise positive support offered by family and friends. That’s when I can help.
Every person who chooses therapy does so for a unique combination of reasons, as my patients have revealed to me in twenty years of private practice. No one fits into simple categories, teens especially. Some are impacted by events long ago, others by recent setbacks, while most are triggered by a combination of influences known and unknown. Working with children and adolescents, I understand these manifold pressures are sometimes accompanied by resistance to change, thereby limiting the otherwise positive support offered by family and friends. That’s when I can help.
Miriam Korn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001 (Online Only)
I've helped patients work through various issues including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, career transitions, family conflict, and relationship concerns.
The decision to enter therapy represents an important investment in improving the quality of your life. I believe that therapy is a dynamic, creative process that centers on the questions you would like to explore and the changes you wish to make within yourself. In the context of a safe and nonjudgmental space, we will explore patterns in your life and how your past experiences have contributed to your current concerns. Together, we will replace problematic coping strategies with effective ones; discover new perspectives on recurring issues; and come to a deeper understanding of yourself and others.
I've helped patients work through various issues including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, career transitions, family conflict, and relationship concerns.
The decision to enter therapy represents an important investment in improving the quality of your life. I believe that therapy is a dynamic, creative process that centers on the questions you would like to explore and the changes you wish to make within yourself. In the context of a safe and nonjudgmental space, we will explore patterns in your life and how your past experiences have contributed to your current concerns. Together, we will replace problematic coping strategies with effective ones; discover new perspectives on recurring issues; and come to a deeper understanding of yourself and others.
Kristin Reale Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
Throughout my career, I have collaborated with Psychiatrists, Neuropsychologists, Family Therapists, University faculty, and many highly esteemed colleagues.
With over twenty years of extensive experience working clinically with adults, adolescents and couples, I bring a lively and effective psychotherapeutic approach to every session. I believe the connection between psychotherapist and client is paramount to all healing and change. I strive to develop a profound understanding of each of my clients through my honed insight, humor and reflection. Psychotherapy is a creative collaborative process that necessitates participation and investment from the client. With this commitment, small changes to self-defeating behaviors alongside a deeper understanding of your feelings and inner self.
Throughout my career, I have collaborated with Psychiatrists, Neuropsychologists, Family Therapists, University faculty, and many highly esteemed colleagues.
With over twenty years of extensive experience working clinically with adults, adolescents and couples, I bring a lively and effective psychotherapeutic approach to every session. I believe the connection between psychotherapist and client is paramount to all healing and change. I strive to develop a profound understanding of each of my clients through my honed insight, humor and reflection. Psychotherapy is a creative collaborative process that necessitates participation and investment from the client. With this commitment, small changes to self-defeating behaviors alongside a deeper understanding of your feelings and inner self.
Judith R Kuskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, JD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
New York, NY 10014 (Online Only)
Feel less alone. Improve your relationship with your partner or spouse. Reconnect with your children, your family and friends. Co parent cooperatively with your ex. . Build healthy relationships. Heal the past. Renew hope for today and tomorrow. Therapy is effective when couples and families seek help together or when only one person is engaged in therapy. Increasing your self- confidence, becoming less worried and anxious will help you feel better about yourself and positively impact your relationships and your outlook toward the future.
Feel less alone. Improve your relationship with your partner or spouse. Reconnect with your children, your family and friends. Co parent cooperatively with your ex. . Build healthy relationships. Heal the past. Renew hope for today and tomorrow. Therapy is effective when couples and families seek help together or when only one person is engaged in therapy. Increasing your self- confidence, becoming less worried and anxious will help you feel better about yourself and positively impact your relationships and your outlook toward the future.
Shola Thompson
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC-T, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
I specialize in solution-focused therapy. Through the lens of Person-centered psychology, I collaborate with clients to identify what would make the most difference in the area that they want to work on. Each counseling session is directive and intentional in moving clients toward accomplishing their goals for therapy. I work mainly within the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy framework, with systems and conflict perspectives as my theoretical base. I have a speciality in child and family therapy with an acute focus on child, parent and couple-work. Please visit our website at www.crpartnership.org for more information.
I specialize in solution-focused therapy. Through the lens of Person-centered psychology, I collaborate with clients to identify what would make the most difference in the area that they want to work on. Each counseling session is directive and intentional in moving clients toward accomplishing their goals for therapy. I work mainly within the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy framework, with systems and conflict perspectives as my theoretical base. I have a speciality in child and family therapy with an acute focus on child, parent and couple-work. Please visit our website at www.crpartnership.org for more information.
Jason Duncan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
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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Janee V Nesbitt
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011 (Online Only)
I have provided individual, family, group, children, adolescent and couples therapy.
Hi, I’m Janee and I’m Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State. I have over 10 years of experience working in the counseling field. I have worked in many settings including school based counseling/advocacy, child welfare, mental health clinics, state funded treatment programs and etc. My experience includes working with a large range of mental health concerns with varying severity. My areas of specialty include LGBTQ+ issues, addiction treatment, relationship conflicts, family issues, life transitions, bereavement, anxiety, depression, anger management, and medically fragile.
I have provided individual, family, group, children, adolescent and couples therapy.
Hi, I’m Janee and I’m Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State. I have over 10 years of experience working in the counseling field. I have worked in many settings including school based counseling/advocacy, child welfare, mental health clinics, state funded treatment programs and etc. My experience includes working with a large range of mental health concerns with varying severity. My areas of specialty include LGBTQ+ issues, addiction treatment, relationship conflicts, family issues, life transitions, bereavement, anxiety, depression, anger management, and medically fragile.
Kate Feiner Lorenzoni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024 (Online Only)
Whether you are seeking individual, family, or couples counseling, I'm here to support you.
Therapy is going to the gym for your emotional and relational well-being, so I give you a ton of credit for being here, exploring how to get in shape! Throughout my work, I have developed a style that is warm, direct, and actively challenges you to evolve. I have a tremendous working knowledge of evidence-based models, including CBT, DBT, MST, and ACT, as well as psychodynamic theory and the Gottman Method. My commitment to staying updated on current research and utilizing evidence-based models is a testament to my resolve to deliver therapy that actually works to help you meet your goals and experience relief.
Whether you are seeking individual, family, or couples counseling, I'm here to support you.
Therapy is going to the gym for your emotional and relational well-being, so I give you a ton of credit for being here, exploring how to get in shape! Throughout my work, I have developed a style that is warm, direct, and actively challenges you to evolve. I have a tremendous working knowledge of evidence-based models, including CBT, DBT, MST, and ACT, as well as psychodynamic theory and the Gottman Method. My commitment to staying updated on current research and utilizing evidence-based models is a testament to my resolve to deliver therapy that actually works to help you meet your goals and experience relief.
Raymond Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, Rev
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
I am certified in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP), becoming a consultant in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and have received advanced training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Family Therapy.
The path to healing can be arduous and difficult for many and may seem impossible and unattainable for others. I have been fortunate and honored to work with hundreds of individuals, couples, and families on their journey of healing. I am committed to helping every person that comes to therapy to be their support at every step of their journey. Together we create goals, learn skills, and move through blocks that will help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
I am certified in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP), becoming a consultant in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and have received advanced training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Family Therapy.
The path to healing can be arduous and difficult for many and may seem impossible and unattainable for others. I have been fortunate and honored to work with hundreds of individuals, couples, and families on their journey of healing. I am committed to helping every person that comes to therapy to be their support at every step of their journey. Together we create goals, learn skills, and move through blocks that will help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
Psychotherapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10031
Based in NYC, Psychotherapy Services works with children as young as 5 years old, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing challenges in their lives. We draw from various methods of therapy: Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Schema Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Family and Couples Therapy, Play Therapy and mindfulness practices to help clients make positive changes in their lives. We believe that all individuals have a remarkable capacity for self-healing and growth. We welcome individuals of all races, ethnicities and gender preferences.
Based in NYC, Psychotherapy Services works with children as young as 5 years old, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing challenges in their lives. We draw from various methods of therapy: Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Schema Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Family and Couples Therapy, Play Therapy and mindfulness practices to help clients make positive changes in their lives. We believe that all individuals have a remarkable capacity for self-healing and growth. We welcome individuals of all races, ethnicities and gender preferences.
Allison Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010 (Online Only)
I completed a 5-year program with the Ackerman Institute for the Family, and specialize in helping couples and individuals thrive in their life and relationships through increased connection to others and themselves.
I’m an individual and couples therapist specializing in trauma. Many seek therapy for help with issues that are hard to face alone and find therapy can help overcome obstacles to their well-being by learning strategies to express themselves, heal from painful experiences, and gain practical skills to manage difficult feelings and situations. Through my specialties of EMDR, couples and trauma therapy, I help my clients heal heartaches from the past, build stronger bonds, and start living a happier, and healthier life in the present.
I completed a 5-year program with the Ackerman Institute for the Family, and specialize in helping couples and individuals thrive in their life and relationships through increased connection to others and themselves.
I’m an individual and couples therapist specializing in trauma. Many seek therapy for help with issues that are hard to face alone and find therapy can help overcome obstacles to their well-being by learning strategies to express themselves, heal from painful experiences, and gain practical skills to manage difficult feelings and situations. Through my specialties of EMDR, couples and trauma therapy, I help my clients heal heartaches from the past, build stronger bonds, and start living a happier, and healthier life in the present.
Octave - Flatiron District Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, LCSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003 (Online Only)
Octave is a modern practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. With in-person and virtual clinics in California, Connecticut, Florida, New Jersey, New York, Texas, and Washington D.C., we partner with you to develop personalized plans that can include individual, couples, and family therapy to best suit your needs. Grounded in science, our approach enables you to experience profound change that is just as measurable as it is meaningful. Learn more at www.findoctave.com
Octave is a modern practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. With in-person and virtual clinics in California, Connecticut, Florida, New Jersey, New York, Texas, and Washington D.C., we partner with you to develop personalized plans that can include individual, couples, and family therapy to best suit your needs. Grounded in science, our approach enables you to experience profound change that is just as measurable as it is meaningful. Learn more at www.findoctave.com
Su Jin Feuer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003 (Online Only)
For over 20 years, I have counseled individuals, couples and families on health, relationships, career and life transitions. Licensed in New York and California, I am a psychotherapist and consultant providing virtual therapy. Rooted in attachment theory, I see adults seeking individual therapy and couples therapy. I am a graduate of Columbia University and Ackerman Institute for the Family. I practice relational, psychodynamic therapy, family systems, and EMDR. My areas of specialty are health psychology, relationships, life and career transitions, self esteem and performance.
For over 20 years, I have counseled individuals, couples and families on health, relationships, career and life transitions. Licensed in New York and California, I am a psychotherapist and consultant providing virtual therapy. Rooted in attachment theory, I see adults seeking individual therapy and couples therapy. I am a graduate of Columbia University and Ackerman Institute for the Family. I practice relational, psychodynamic therapy, family systems, and EMDR. My areas of specialty are health psychology, relationships, life and career transitions, self esteem and performance.
Touchstone SVC Private Practitioners Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAFP, SIFI
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
We Provide therapy for individuals, couples and families utilizing a variety of modalities including Forensic, EMDR, DBT Skills training, Family Therapy, Interpersonal, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Humanistic approaches to address client-specific needs and strengths.
We are a group of Psychotherapists, each one specializing in a different area, to be able to provide expert treatment in specific needed areas. We have specialists trained in modalities such as Forensic, Addictions, Trauma, EMDR, Etc.We provide ongoing assessment, diagnosis, psychotherapy and treatment planning to a socio-culturally diverse adult and adolescent population diagnosed with a full-spectrum of psychiatric disorders including bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, anxiety-related disorders, substance abuse and dependence, PTSD, ADHD, Post-Partum Depression, Trauma related issues, Family and relationship issues etc.
We Provide therapy for individuals, couples and families utilizing a variety of modalities including Forensic, EMDR, DBT Skills training, Family Therapy, Interpersonal, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Humanistic approaches to address client-specific needs and strengths.
We are a group of Psychotherapists, each one specializing in a different area, to be able to provide expert treatment in specific needed areas. We have specialists trained in modalities such as Forensic, Addictions, Trauma, EMDR, Etc.We provide ongoing assessment, diagnosis, psychotherapy and treatment planning to a socio-culturally diverse adult and adolescent population diagnosed with a full-spectrum of psychiatric disorders including bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, anxiety-related disorders, substance abuse and dependence, PTSD, ADHD, Post-Partum Depression, Trauma related issues, Family and relationship issues etc.
Mariam I Habib
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
I help people develop an authentic, integrated, and joyful sense of self. I specialize in trauma recovery, identity issues, gender & sexuality, and spirituality. I have worked extensively with survivors of childhood abuse and neglect, and know that people with these experiences can heal and grow, creating healthy meaningful lives that feel good. As a bicultural person of color, I am also well-versed in helping people navigate the complexities (and richness) of identity, culture, family, race, and belonging. In all my work, my goal is to help people feel grounded, self-accepting and free.
I help people develop an authentic, integrated, and joyful sense of self. I specialize in trauma recovery, identity issues, gender & sexuality, and spirituality. I have worked extensively with survivors of childhood abuse and neglect, and know that people with these experiences can heal and grow, creating healthy meaningful lives that feel good. As a bicultural person of color, I am also well-versed in helping people navigate the complexities (and richness) of identity, culture, family, race, and belonging. In all my work, my goal is to help people feel grounded, self-accepting and free.
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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.