Therapists in Garment District, New York, NY

My goal is to help guide you through challenging life transitions with empathy and compassion. Past events in our lives are part of our story, but they are not the entire story and they do not define us. My practice focuses on honoring the life that has shaped you, and empowering you to use those formative incidents to understand and grow into your authentic self. Therapy is a journey that we can take together, navigating the challenges in a collaborative way.

Making the decision to seek out therapy is a courageous and transformational step toward positive change. I believe that therapy is for all, and that anyone can achieve recovery to restore emotional health and balance in their lives. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, family dynamics and self-esteem. I also help clients grappling with disordered eating, such as restricting food, compensatory behaviors and body acceptance. My style is trauma-informed, affirming and compassionate, and I try to make therapy a safe space to build new skills and strategies to achieve the fulfilling life you deserve.

I believe that finding happiness and achieving peace is not the absence of conflict and stress, but our ability to better cope with it through better knowing ourselves. I want to partner with you to make more conscious choices, develop resilience, and empower you to make changes and address barriers that might have you feeling stuck. I provide a non-judgmental and safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. I also happen to think that humor and having a good laugh is incredibly healing too.

In the current society we live in, buzzwords from the psychology field are being used widely. This has allowed for a drastic change in how therapy is perceived. From that, something else surfaced: the concept of modern loneliness, an issue that seems to be all around us like an invisible, yet quantifiable, statistic. We constantly hear about self-care, self-worth, self-love and boundaries as remedies for all challenges we face. The need for connection with the self is essential to a healthy life but to what extent have we decided the focus on the self will lead us to relatedness and responsibility for others?

You deserve to live a life that feels conscious and joyful. I believe in the power of therapy to help you find clarity, meaning and fulfillment on your own terms. Together, we will work to gain profound insight into your inner world—managing self-limiting beliefs, behaviors and relational patterns in the process. It is my role and honor to walk by your side in the transformative process of deepening your connection with your most authentic and self-aware self. I work primarily with clients struggling with relationships, anxiety, limerence, spiritual distress and life-cycle transitions.

What is holding you back? I work with young adults who don't know the answer to that question, who are struggling with life transitions, finding a purpose, and may be having a life "crisis." Often my clients are dealing with depression and anxiety related to difficulty making decisions, are stuck in an unsatisfying job, or are feeling confused and uncertain about the next step in their life. My goal is to help you understand what you want and what's holding you back.

Therapy is a desired journey for self-discovery at any point in our lives, and an opportunity to access our own inner resources for self-empowerment. In my practice, I integrate Western psychotherapy interventions with Eastern methods of healing. For 25 years, my cross-cultural work and clinical experience have fostered a global perspective on mental health with deep empathy and nonjudgement. I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy, clinical hypnotherapy, EMDR therapy, integrative somatic therapy, Satvavajaya Chikitsa (Ayurvedic), & Hakomi. My focus is trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, & other crises. I also offer life coaching.

In our sessions together, you can expect my therapeutic style to be warm, empathetic and person-centered. Therapy should not be one-size-fits-all and I recognize that every client brings a different story to session. You are the expert of your own experience and I will take the time to understand how we can collaborate together to work on your own personal therapeutic goals. We will work to help you develop new tools, process your experiences, emphasize your strengths and celebrate the little victories along the way.

Our backgrounds create a unique individuality that should be acknowledged, especially within therapy. I hope to foster an environment where you feel comfortable to explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences in a non-judgmental space. We have internal resources that we are not aware of, meaning that we are all equipped to handle life’s struggles in one way or another. Compassionate and individualized therapy can assist you in finding these strengths and resources to learn and develop skills to improve your emotional well-being and overall mental health.

I work with clients weekly and focus on fears and patterns that hold them back. I'm a licensed psychologist with a certification in life coaching, so sometimes we will co-create homework assignments to help my clients take 'baby steps' towards their goals in between sessions, in order to integrate our work into your daily life. I accept insurance for individual therapy, not couples therapy. My specialty is seeing couples and individuals re relationship issues. I'm offering a dating group via Zoom & a relationship skills group for those who want to improve their relationship.

My therapy sessions are focused on serving as a support and guide to my clients while creating a nonjudgmental setting to allow my clients the ability to express themselves freely. I collaboratively work together with my client in achieving their desired goals. My passion is to help my client recognize their strengths and to promote self-empowerment.

Do you ever feel anxious or need help dealing with stress? Do you wish someone would listen, hear you, and help you figure out successful coping strategies? With authenticity, thoughtfulness, and a splash of humor, we will explore the challenges you face and develop tools to help you in the future, while building trust in a warm and welcoming, judgment-free zone. I have experience working with young adults and adults from all backgrounds experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship/intimacy issues, life transitions, career/sports performance stress, cultural/religious identity confusion, time management issues, and self esteem issues.

I'm a licensed psychotherapist. People ask for my advice on all aspects of life. I'm a new genus of therapists- mixing cognitive behavior DBT and psychodynamic therapies, to get the resolve you want. And I love what I do. With a relationship based on trust, respect and empathy, my goal is to help you create a different view of life- to change faulty thinking, get past old schemas, and resolve current issues that get in the way of your own personal growth and joy in life. Let's work on breaking destructive patterns, thoughts and actions through gained strength, empathy and resolution.

An effective therapy experience is one that supports a person in recognizing their own capabilities and potential, while using strengths to mitigate challenges. My hope is to assist you in cultivating a deeper understanding of your own intrapsychic road map and emotional terrain. I am a firm believer that every session should give you a piece of your own puzzle and over time help you gain the skills to navigate your own thoughts, control your behavioral and emotional responses, and understand your relationship patterns and conflicts.

My therapy style is grounded in empathy and connection. I believe the relationship between myself and my clients is the foundation and most important component of our work together. My priority is to create a comfortable, non-judgmental and warm environment for my clients to openly express and explore their thoughts and feelings, while processing past experiences. Through a collaborative approach, my goal is to provide my clients with support and professional guidance as we embark on this journey together. I am committed to helping clients find healing through working together and feeling heard and understood.

I understand that each individual comes from a complex and unique background. Due to this, I thoroughly believe that therapy can not be effective under a “one-size-fits-all” perspective. I strive to make my sessions a fully collaborative experience so that your voice is being heard and our sessions are tailored to what is important to you. Through this approach our sessions will be a gratifying experience in which we identify the root of your concerns and make positive change.

Therapy can work differently for each person. It is also perfectly normal to be uncertain about your needs at the moment. Some begin an in-depth self-exploration; some address their mental health issues and adjust maladaptive patterns; some learn coping strategies for disturbing thoughts, moods and low motivation. I am happy to explore your needs with you and assist you to thrive in life, work, and relationships. Collaboration, the sense of safety and warmth are highly valued in this process.

I am a therapist who believes that we are all in the act of becoming. My goal is to help people become more productive and feel more fulfilled in their personal and professional lives by assisting them in improving self-esteem, managing emotions, and developing a healthy sense of self. I believe that therapy is a collaborative experience, and within an open, non-judgmental environment we will confront the critical issues of your life and cultivate strategies that will help you become the best version of yourself.

My therapy sessions tend to be painted with humor, interaction, collaboration, and client-centered synergy. Your experiences, goals, and perspectives are taken into great consideration as I gently challenge you to develop the skills needed to become the person you want to and can be. I put great effort into creating a relationship with you that allows for a comfortable and honest healing space so that we may explore your inner thoughts, concerns, and stressors of your daily life. My purpose is to empower you to reach healing and maintain your wellbeing.