Therapists in New York, NY

I believe that the relationship between patient and therapist is important. I focus on the here and now experience in therapy, while taking into account your past experiences and relationships, as we consider aspects of your life that are causing you pain. I listen to what is happening in your life and surrounding world and will help you think about your feelings and experiences, as we examine what may be interfering with you living the life you wish to lead.

I have been a psychotherapist for more than 20 years, counseling individuals and couples with a variety of psychiatric conditions and life transitions. I see the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative process and create an environment where you can begin to critically think about your life choices while exploring relationship patterns. I will help you achieve both clarity and resolution with respect to life transitions and relationships by asking precise questions. Together we will focus on issues regarding empowerment, liberation and healing. You will reflect, act, and reflect again on your emotional and social life.

Are you stressed and overwhelmed? Wanting relief from unpleasant feelings? Looking to create more meaningful relationships? Do you know that something isn't right but are unsure how to fix it? Let's work to figure out the root of what is troubling you. Whether dealing with constant sadness, worry, self-doubt, or problems in relationships, even the one with yourself - with compassion and insight, I have helped many clients move out of feeling "stuck" and find their way to leading happier, more fulfilling lives.

I help individuals who are interested in working at a deep level and who seek transformation and abiding change. I aim to help people find more than just relief from the immediate concerns that lead them to enter psychotherapy, whether they be depression, anxiety, relationship problems, occupational/academic concerns, or other difficulties. I thus actively work from the ground up to help my clients develop more self-understanding, greater tolerance for distress, and a newfound security in their capacity to confront life's innumerable challenges.

Psychotherapy is a practice of deep listening and understanding. I help people develop insight into their troubles and look into habitual patterns that may create obstacles to their life goals. Together, we identify these patterns, explore feelings, and put effective coping skills into practice. When working with children, my approach invites the family in. Parent coaching, which involves a neurobiological understanding, and psychodynamic insight are integral. Through play therapy I help children discover ways to communicate their experience. The purpose is to establish a connection that encourages growth and the sense that children have a positive impact in their world.

Therapeutic change requires a trusting relationship within which thoughts and feelings can be expressed and explored freely. As a seasoned therapist, I believe that the crises that bring us to the first therapy appointment can be the beginning of a process of self-exploration that leads to greater self-understanding and more effective problem solving. As we sit together, I help you reflect on what is going on in the present and how you got there. I pay close attention to patterns and themes that emerge and help you organize these so you can develop a narrative of your life that makes sense to you.

Do you feel isolated in emotional pain and confused about how to begin to address it? Do you feel alone and misunderstood in your relationships? I am a licensed psychotherapist and psychoanalyst in private practice for nineteen years. I have worked with a full spectrum of struggles to achieve fulfillment, overcome fears and trauma as well as reaching self-fulfillment and meaning. I have held clinical leadership positions at St. Luke's Hospital in New York and served as Clinical Field Instructor for Columbia University and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Miami Department of Psychiatry.

The road to self discovery and healing starts with a brave step forward. I facilitate a safe space where you can address any challenges and gain awareness into past patterns that may be affecting your present. You’ll explore ways fear or internal conflicts interfere with your life goals, relationships, and overall quality of life. Through this process, you’ll be able to recognize triggers and work towards breaking unhealthy cycles.

SLOTS open NOW! Many of my clients come seeking clarity on why they feel the way they feel, what's getting in the way of their goals, and how they have established patterns of relating that do not serve them. Others struggle with long-term mental health issues, trauma or crisis. I work with clients to solve problems and diminish symptoms by exploring the roots of their troubles. Through my training and careful listening, I empower my clients to create lasting change in their lives through the insight we gain together while providing a safe space to connect and experience relief.

I identify as a gender non conforming Caribbean American Lesbian Woman. My therapy practice is inclusive of all genders, sexual orientation, racial backgrounds, and religious affiliations. Everyone deserves a warm, welcoming, therapeutic experience which I pride myself in offering. I work with clients dealing with various issues such as mental health issues (Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, etc), personality disorders, trauma, relational issues, substance abuse, gender identity and sexuality issues, chronic medical illnesses, grief and the loss of loved ones, etc...

I specialize in working with young -- middle aged adults who have been dealing with a range of issues: anxiety, depression, relationships, mood disorders, natural transitions (e.g. marriage, career changes), substance abuse, and trauma. During my 19 years of experience, I have worked with clients of diverse backgrounds. My therapeutic work is a combination of psychotherapeutic and cognitive behavioral approaches applied to individualized, interactive therapy. I am a graduate of Yale College and the Columbia University School of Social Work. I have a certificate from the Training Institute of Mental Health in Psychoanalytic Therapy.

I imagine that you are seeking therapy because you feel depressed or anxious and want to explore what troubles you and why. Maybe you're unhappy at work, or aren't getting along with a partner, or are grieving the loss of someone dear to you. Therapy is a safe place where you can be yourself and open up about the difficulties you're having. Together we will identify how you get in your own way and work to remove the blocks that weigh you down and keep you from achieving your goals and more contentedly living your life.

As a licensed clinical psychologist and trained psychoanalyst my role is to help you understand and resolve the conflicts that are making you feel bad. Therapy is a process that allows you to identify problematic patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving that may be impairing your interpersonal and professional success, Improvement is understanding how and why these patterns formed, and what it takes to change them. This is most likely to happen when you feel safe and in a confidential atmosphere with an attuned and nonjudgmental listener. Together we will enhance your self-awareness and freedom to make better choices

In my practice I strive to create a supportive environment where you can explore and understand your thoughts, feelings, and interpersonal patterns more deeply. This self-awareness can lead to profound resiliency and greater freedom in navigating life's challenges.

I am a dedicated, perceptive and highly competent clinician with 32 years experience. Certified in Psychoanalysis and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, I also hold multiple certifications in addictions treatment and have taught in the areas of addiction, HIV/AIDS and personality disorders. I have worked intensively and extensively with those struggling with (and/or recovering from) all forms of addictive disorders: alcohol/drugs, sexual compulsion, eating disorders, gambling. I am also strongly experienced in -- and sensitive to -- issues of grief, trauma, identity, illness as well as interpersonal, attachment and sexual difficulties.

Do you need help dealing with your relationships, work, family, and self-esteem? As a psychologist with many years of experience, I combine empathy, psychological insight, and feedback to help you gain greater self-awareness and empower you to make positive changes in your life. I do both individual and couple's therapy and am able to blend my psychoanalytic training with other modalities such as anxiety reduction techniques. I have over 15 years of experience in college/grad school counseling from my work at Columbia University and have also helped adults through other important life stages and challenges.

There are many ways that we as human beings suffer and try to cope. Layers of personal, familial, and historical trauma contribute to problematic relationship patterns, bodily pain and illness, over- or under-working, and obsessions. But these symptoms that are a source of suffering are often also expressing things that can't be expressed otherwise or pointing to aspects of living that need more care. I help my clients use words to explore these parts of self and to have new experiences, in order to make room for a life of more fullness, love, meaning, creativity, and ease.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Are you struggling with relationships, self-esteem, or life transitions? Our work together will help you navigate these challenges and find a path toward healing and growth. Through a collaborative and compassionate approach, I work with my clients to identify and address underlying issues that are causing distress in their lives. Whether you are dealing with past trauma or current stressors, or simply seeking personal development, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions.

I'm a Psychotherapist with a background in Psychoanalysis. During more than twenty-five years of clinical experience I have worked with a global clientele with cultural diversity; focusing my practice on the treatment of adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, addictions, family, and relationship problems. My training began as a Psychologist in Argentina, and years later I completed a master in Social Work at New York University. Additionally, I have done extensive training in Psychoanalysis at the World Association for Psychoanalysis.