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Melissa Slavin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at MindWell NYC. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational enhancement therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I have extensive experience working with clients who have experienced trauma and am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD. I also specialize in providing treatment for substance use disorders and behavioral addictions including gambling disorder and compulsive sexual behavior. I provide online individual and group therapy via telehealth to adults and older teens at MindWell NYC. I look forward to connecting with you!
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at MindWell NYC. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational enhancement therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I have extensive experience working with clients who have experienced trauma and am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD. I also specialize in providing treatment for substance use disorders and behavioral addictions including gambling disorder and compulsive sexual behavior. I provide online individual and group therapy via telehealth to adults and older teens at MindWell NYC. I look forward to connecting with you!
(929) 930-3830 View (929) 930-3830
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Ellen Grace Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
I am a skilled and caring psychotherapist with specialization in treating stress, anxiety and depression, substance abuse and problem gambling and working with families and partners affected by a loved one's substance abuse. I have a PhD, advanced training in psychotherapy and training in Mindful Meditation.Available for family consultations.
I am a skilled and caring psychotherapist with specialization in treating stress, anxiety and depression, substance abuse and problem gambling and working with families and partners affected by a loved one's substance abuse. I have a PhD, advanced training in psychotherapy and training in Mindful Meditation.Available for family consultations.
(917) 563-4021 View (917) 563-4021
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Dr. Michael Benibgui
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
There are always opportunities for a new start. My approach to therapy is interactive, evidence based, relational, & motivational. I believe that the quality of the relationship b/w the therapist & client is what is most healing. I also specialize in working w/ people struggling w/ addictions, substance/alcohol misuse, compulsive behaviors /sex & gambling , relationship issues, depression / anxiety disorders, insomnia, OCD, & burnout. I incorporate Mindfulness and Neuroscience into my work. 20 years of directorial experience working w/ people from diverse ethnic, religious, racial, other cultural / social groups, & LGBTQ+.
There are always opportunities for a new start. My approach to therapy is interactive, evidence based, relational, & motivational. I believe that the quality of the relationship b/w the therapist & client is what is most healing. I also specialize in working w/ people struggling w/ addictions, substance/alcohol misuse, compulsive behaviors /sex & gambling , relationship issues, depression / anxiety disorders, insomnia, OCD, & burnout. I incorporate Mindfulness and Neuroscience into my work. 20 years of directorial experience working w/ people from diverse ethnic, religious, racial, other cultural / social groups, & LGBTQ+.
(347) 321-4082 View (347) 321-4082
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Stephen Mcfadden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Although I help clients with many different problems, my 5 main areas of expertise are: couple therapy, sex addiction, LGBTQ clients, recovery from trauma and problem gambling.
My commitment is to help you feel better and learn ways to change problematic patterns within the first few sessions. I combine different methods (talk therapy, hypnosis, EMDR and Somatic Experiencing) to help people make positive changes in their lives. I have 30+ years experience, with specialization in relationship problems, sexuality issues, and recovery from childhood and adult trauma. My approach is highly interactive. Sessions involve feedback and teaching of methods and skills to help you get your life back on track.
Although I help clients with many different problems, my 5 main areas of expertise are: couple therapy, sex addiction, LGBTQ clients, recovery from trauma and problem gambling.
My commitment is to help you feel better and learn ways to change problematic patterns within the first few sessions. I combine different methods (talk therapy, hypnosis, EMDR and Somatic Experiencing) to help people make positive changes in their lives. I have 30+ years experience, with specialization in relationship problems, sexuality issues, and recovery from childhood and adult trauma. My approach is highly interactive. Sessions involve feedback and teaching of methods and skills to help you get your life back on track.
(646) 699-3926 View (646) 699-3926
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Steven D Brown
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PsyaD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
Brown has extensive experience treating addictions including substance abuse, gambling, and eating disorders.
Dr. Brown is a licensed Psychoanalyst practicing near Hudson, NY and New York City. Professional activities include training school guidance counselors to develop and run adolescent resiliency groups. For 13 years, Dr. Brown was on staff at Kaiser Permanente HMO and Northeast Permanente Medical Group. Utilizing a solution-focused model of psychotherapy, he provided psychotherapy to Kaiser Permanente's membership. Dr. Brown developed and provided EAP services to medical and administrative staff at Kaiser and NPMG. He developed, conducted, and supervised various workshops and groups including community and corporate workshops on stress management, support groups for children of divorced families, "Fair Fighting" workshops & support groups.
Brown has extensive experience treating addictions including substance abuse, gambling, and eating disorders.
Dr. Brown is a licensed Psychoanalyst practicing near Hudson, NY and New York City. Professional activities include training school guidance counselors to develop and run adolescent resiliency groups. For 13 years, Dr. Brown was on staff at Kaiser Permanente HMO and Northeast Permanente Medical Group. Utilizing a solution-focused model of psychotherapy, he provided psychotherapy to Kaiser Permanente's membership. Dr. Brown developed and provided EAP services to medical and administrative staff at Kaiser and NPMG. He developed, conducted, and supervised various workshops and groups including community and corporate workshops on stress management, support groups for children of divorced families, "Fair Fighting" workshops & support groups.
(518) 312-4554 View (518) 312-4554
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Janet Pearlman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
This approach makes me particularly successful in my work with people struggling with relationship difficulties, attachment issues, addictions and harm reduction (including gambling, love and sexual addictions, work), anxiety, mood disorders, codependency, anger management and dual diagnoses.
I can help you find your way through whatever is troubling you. You may be struggling with your personal or professional relationships, or with entrenched patterns that hold you back from achieving desired goals or dreams. In our work together, I will be dedicated to helping you better understand yourself and challenge old behaviors to enable you to make the emotional and practical changes you seek. My presence is felt in my warmth, openness and emotionally available style of connecting. I pay close attention to the re-enactment of embedded patterns that emerge and help you re-work them.
This approach makes me particularly successful in my work with people struggling with relationship difficulties, attachment issues, addictions and harm reduction (including gambling, love and sexual addictions, work), anxiety, mood disorders, codependency, anger management and dual diagnoses.
I can help you find your way through whatever is troubling you. You may be struggling with your personal or professional relationships, or with entrenched patterns that hold you back from achieving desired goals or dreams. In our work together, I will be dedicated to helping you better understand yourself and challenge old behaviors to enable you to make the emotional and practical changes you seek. My presence is felt in my warmth, openness and emotionally available style of connecting. I pay close attention to the re-enactment of embedded patterns that emerge and help you re-work them.
(212) 414-4600 View (212) 414-4600
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Julie Fotheringham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
Welcome. Given the circumstance of being a human in the world we currently live in, it makes sense that one would be anxious and depressed. Even so, I believe that there still exists pathways for one to live a rich, textured life, filled with the capacity for love, creativity, and meaningful work. Often our solutions for living just lead to more suffering. Whether it’s by drinking too much or by rigid prohibitions, by compulsive eating or punitive restrictions on food—phobias, addictions, preoccupations, inhibitions, apathy, indecision, isolation, self-criticism—there are myriad ways to suffer.
Welcome. Given the circumstance of being a human in the world we currently live in, it makes sense that one would be anxious and depressed. Even so, I believe that there still exists pathways for one to live a rich, textured life, filled with the capacity for love, creativity, and meaningful work. Often our solutions for living just lead to more suffering. Whether it’s by drinking too much or by rigid prohibitions, by compulsive eating or punitive restrictions on food—phobias, addictions, preoccupations, inhibitions, apathy, indecision, isolation, self-criticism—there are myriad ways to suffer.
(917) 746-5155 View (917) 746-5155
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Angelo Mancini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
What is the trouble that brings you in today? I begin sessions by focusing on the here and now and filling in the past as needed. I help individuals create relationships that are fulfilling in many aspects. I work with parents, teens, couples and individuals depending on the problems that are present. Especially now, people are struggling to build satisfying relationships, be effective in the workplace or school, and manage the challenges of today. If you are frustrated and change is evading you, reach out for a free consult. My style is warm, pragmatic and grounded in meeting you where you are hurting most to cultivate change.
What is the trouble that brings you in today? I begin sessions by focusing on the here and now and filling in the past as needed. I help individuals create relationships that are fulfilling in many aspects. I work with parents, teens, couples and individuals depending on the problems that are present. Especially now, people are struggling to build satisfying relationships, be effective in the workplace or school, and manage the challenges of today. If you are frustrated and change is evading you, reach out for a free consult. My style is warm, pragmatic and grounded in meeting you where you are hurting most to cultivate change.
(516) 514-3375 View (516) 514-3375
Robert Osman
Licensed Psychoanalyst
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
I try to help patients discover those aspects of themselves, their partner, or relationship, enabling them to address their issue, moving to the next phase more satisfyingly. I do not bring any prior ideas or thoughts about the best outcome, but let my patient(s) guide the treatment. Working with someone means being available to the sort of dialogue that will be helpful. Some want to discuss a specific issue; with others, a larger pattern is revealed through our interactions. My adapting to the relationship, with the client not having to fit my style, is a particular strength of mine.
I try to help patients discover those aspects of themselves, their partner, or relationship, enabling them to address their issue, moving to the next phase more satisfyingly. I do not bring any prior ideas or thoughts about the best outcome, but let my patient(s) guide the treatment. Working with someone means being available to the sort of dialogue that will be helpful. Some want to discuss a specific issue; with others, a larger pattern is revealed through our interactions. My adapting to the relationship, with the client not having to fit my style, is a particular strength of mine.
(646) 351-1837 View (646) 351-1837
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Randy P. Nolte
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
I am a licensed clinical psychologist seeing clients at my private practice in Manhattan. For the past 14 years, I have worked with individuals and couples unsatisfied with their current situation and wanting more from life - more happiness, connection, and success. Though I am trained in providing long-term psychotherapy, I have adapted my techniques to maximize the results of shorter-term treatment. While many clients want the intensive experience of longer-term treatment, I recognize that this is not always possible due to the constraints of time and money.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist seeing clients at my private practice in Manhattan. For the past 14 years, I have worked with individuals and couples unsatisfied with their current situation and wanting more from life - more happiness, connection, and success. Though I am trained in providing long-term psychotherapy, I have adapted my techniques to maximize the results of shorter-term treatment. While many clients want the intensive experience of longer-term treatment, I recognize that this is not always possible due to the constraints of time and money.
(212) 256-1659 View (212) 256-1659
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Josh Dodes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Deciding to begin psychotherapy is one of the kindest and most important choices you can make for yourself. It can be a turning point in your life, but it can also feel scary to talk to someone you don't know well. I work with individuals and couples, providing a warm, safe, confidential environment where I will listen carefully and where we will work together to understand and resolve the issues you are struggling with--both in terms of how they affect your current life and in terms of how they became issues in the first place.
Deciding to begin psychotherapy is one of the kindest and most important choices you can make for yourself. It can be a turning point in your life, but it can also feel scary to talk to someone you don't know well. I work with individuals and couples, providing a warm, safe, confidential environment where I will listen carefully and where we will work together to understand and resolve the issues you are struggling with--both in terms of how they affect your current life and in terms of how they became issues in the first place.
(646) 495-9705 View (646) 495-9705
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Dr. Fredrika Stjärne
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PsyaD, LP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic psychotherapy is a unique practice of listening to the unconscious undertones of life: what one wants, and what gets in the way of achieve it. As a tool to understand what our bodies and minds are communicating through anxiety, addiction and repetitive patterns, talk therapy can build links and bring to the foreground what has been kept hidden or secret. By understanding the function and survival mechanism of our defenses, and by connecting free-associative speech to our desires, we are given a new choice as to what we want to hold on to, and what we can let go of.
Psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic psychotherapy is a unique practice of listening to the unconscious undertones of life: what one wants, and what gets in the way of achieve it. As a tool to understand what our bodies and minds are communicating through anxiety, addiction and repetitive patterns, talk therapy can build links and bring to the foreground what has been kept hidden or secret. By understanding the function and survival mechanism of our defenses, and by connecting free-associative speech to our desires, we are given a new choice as to what we want to hold on to, and what we can let go of.
(917) 688-4475 View (917) 688-4475
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Footprints Mental Health Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(718) 550-5392 View (718) 550-5392
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Laura Grace Adams
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
How we make meaning out of both joy and suffering defines much of how we navigate through our lives. Having a space to work through that journey toward meaning with support can make all the difference. My goal is to help my clients move bravely in the direction of what is most important to them by considering past, present, and future in a thoughtful, intentional, and holistic way. Areas of specialty include: chronic/complex pain management, insomnia, adjustment to illness, PTSD and complex trauma, and relationship issues. I also work with professionals who have experienced work-related trauma (medical/first responders, legal, etc)
How we make meaning out of both joy and suffering defines much of how we navigate through our lives. Having a space to work through that journey toward meaning with support can make all the difference. My goal is to help my clients move bravely in the direction of what is most important to them by considering past, present, and future in a thoughtful, intentional, and holistic way. Areas of specialty include: chronic/complex pain management, insomnia, adjustment to illness, PTSD and complex trauma, and relationship issues. I also work with professionals who have experienced work-related trauma (medical/first responders, legal, etc)
(332) 378-1985 View (332) 378-1985
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Tory Tomassetti
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
You are the expert in you, and I am the expert in helping you reach your goals. Let's collaborate.
You are the expert in you, and I am the expert in helping you reach your goals. Let's collaborate.
(646) 783-1272 View (646) 783-1272
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Eric Plotar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Contrary to popular opinion, I do not believe in safe spaces as a viable, long term solution to anyones’ challenges, unless you’re willing to sacrifice your autonomy and allow fear to dictate how you live. However, I firmly believe that therapy should be a safe place to explore the issues that are creating fear and discomfort. Life is chaotic and unpredictable, and while there is a time and place for utilizing safe spaces, they should only be used in the short term. I’m very invested in empowering my clients to foster bravery, resilience, and perseverance so they are well equipped to navigate the challenges life throws their way.
Contrary to popular opinion, I do not believe in safe spaces as a viable, long term solution to anyones’ challenges, unless you’re willing to sacrifice your autonomy and allow fear to dictate how you live. However, I firmly believe that therapy should be a safe place to explore the issues that are creating fear and discomfort. Life is chaotic and unpredictable, and while there is a time and place for utilizing safe spaces, they should only be used in the short term. I’m very invested in empowering my clients to foster bravery, resilience, and perseverance so they are well equipped to navigate the challenges life throws their way.
(646) 956-3152 View (646) 956-3152
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Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center
Psychologist
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Are you looking for a therapist you can connect with? Someone who can partner with you to get the most out of life? PPSC is an innovative, low cost treatment center, served by highly skilled clinicians who provide affordable services to New Yorkers of every social and cultural origin for over twenty years. The PPSC Treatment Service is a source of help for addressing a wide range of emotional problems including anxiety, depression, relationship and work issues and is unique in its particular sensitivity to gender, work-life, lifestyle, age-related, creative and ethnic issues. At PPSC, our professional staff will help you decide if therapy is right for you and take care to arrange the best possible match between therapist and patient.
Are you looking for a therapist you can connect with? Someone who can partner with you to get the most out of life? PPSC is an innovative, low cost treatment center, served by highly skilled clinicians who provide affordable services to New Yorkers of every social and cultural origin for over twenty years. The PPSC Treatment Service is a source of help for addressing a wide range of emotional problems including anxiety, depression, relationship and work issues and is unique in its particular sensitivity to gender, work-life, lifestyle, age-related, creative and ethnic issues. At PPSC, our professional staff will help you decide if therapy is right for you and take care to arrange the best possible match between therapist and patient.
(347) 970-8602 View (347) 970-8602
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Heather Golden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Sometimes people seek therapy because of painful situations, or they're unclear about which path to take. Sometimes they're trying to overcome the effects of a difficult childhood. And sometimes they have a more biological problem - ADD, depression, mood swings - and want to lead a rich and satisfying life despite these problems. I will help you to figure out the source of your problems, and find solutions. For twenty-four years I've worked with a wide range of patients with a variety of issues. I've taught Psychology at Smith College, and graduate students and candidates at the Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center.
Sometimes people seek therapy because of painful situations, or they're unclear about which path to take. Sometimes they're trying to overcome the effects of a difficult childhood. And sometimes they have a more biological problem - ADD, depression, mood swings - and want to lead a rich and satisfying life despite these problems. I will help you to figure out the source of your problems, and find solutions. For twenty-four years I've worked with a wide range of patients with a variety of issues. I've taught Psychology at Smith College, and graduate students and candidates at the Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center.
(646) 600-9102 View (646) 600-9102
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Josephine Olivia Ferraro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
I help clients to overcome obstacles that are keeping them from maximizing their potential. I provide a supportive treatment environment. My specialties include trauma, depression, anxiety, sex therapy, kink aware, bereavement, grief, loss, relationship issues, couples therapy, career issues, codependency issues, LGBTQ issues. During COVID-19 crisis, I am providing online therapy.
I help clients to overcome obstacles that are keeping them from maximizing their potential. I provide a supportive treatment environment. My specialties include trauma, depression, anxiety, sex therapy, kink aware, bereavement, grief, loss, relationship issues, couples therapy, career issues, codependency issues, LGBTQ issues. During COVID-19 crisis, I am providing online therapy.
(646) 461-7972 View (646) 461-7972
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Josie Oppenheim
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PsyaD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Feelings of emotional pain, depression or anxiety, alert us that important needs are not being met. When needs are not met we feel vulnerable and require protection. As a psychoanalyst I work with the whole person to find less taxing forms of protection so that fears, social withdrawal or repetitive attempts at safety become less necessary. I encourage relaxed communication at a very comfortable pace to nurture a greater sense of safety so your drive for freedom naturally leads you to the life you want. I work to resolve depression, creative blocks, OCD, trauma, romantic difficulties, and problems at work.
Feelings of emotional pain, depression or anxiety, alert us that important needs are not being met. When needs are not met we feel vulnerable and require protection. As a psychoanalyst I work with the whole person to find less taxing forms of protection so that fears, social withdrawal or repetitive attempts at safety become less necessary. I encourage relaxed communication at a very comfortable pace to nurture a greater sense of safety so your drive for freedom naturally leads you to the life you want. I work to resolve depression, creative blocks, OCD, trauma, romantic difficulties, and problems at work.
(646) 600-8180 View (646) 600-8180
Gambling Therapists

How do gambling rehabilitation programs work?

There are both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs. However, for some individuals, an outpatient facility may not offer enough hands-on care, and for other individuals, an inpatient facility may be too much. Both types of care have knowledgeable health professionals including physicians (in the case of residential programs), psychologists, counselors, psychotherapists, and recovered mentors.

How do gambling 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Abstinence and maintenance are key for 12-step gambling disorder programs. Individuals in a 12-step group rely on each other for support and accountability. In addition, there is often a spiritual element to these programs, whereby belief in a higher power can help the individual overcome their tendencies. If an individual genuinely wants to cease gambling, attending a 12-step program along with regular psychotherapy can be highly effective.

How long does therapy take for gambling disorder?

Recovering from gambling disorder takes time and effort. There’s no precise timeline for treatment, but a person can see change if they stick with therapy and if they have the will and desire to stop. Treatment for gambling disorder requires honesty in therapy, a commitment to understanding triggers, as well as the development of coping skills. Making lifestyle changes is also important, such as staying away from lotteries, online gambling, and casinos.

Is relapse a problem for those with a gambling disorder?

Gambling disorder is often chronic and can be life-long; therefore relapse may present a problem for some individuals. But effective treatment can bring a person’s life under control. To remain healthy and on track, the individual may need to regularly check in with their support group or psychotherapist. Frequently refreshing their tools of recovery can be helpful.