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Bukurije Ramusevic
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Manhasset, NY 11030
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I'm Buki, a seasoned Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to guiding individuals through life's complexities. With over 6 years of experience, I specialize in supporting adults from diverse backgrounds. Have you heard the saying, "With every hardship, comes ease?" Hardship is part of the human experience and ease can come in the form of a professional to guide and support you. You may be grappling with the weight of life's challenges, longing for relief and guidance. Maybe you are seeking understanding, coping mechanisms, and a compassionate ally to navigate your journey towards healing and resilience.
Hello, I'm Buki, a seasoned Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to guiding individuals through life's complexities. With over 6 years of experience, I specialize in supporting adults from diverse backgrounds. Have you heard the saying, "With every hardship, comes ease?" Hardship is part of the human experience and ease can come in the form of a professional to guide and support you. You may be grappling with the weight of life's challenges, longing for relief and guidance. Maybe you are seeking understanding, coping mechanisms, and a compassionate ally to navigate your journey towards healing and resilience.
(718) 521-2925 View (718) 521-2925
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Jessica Corea
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC-T
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
You deserve to live a happier and healthier life. Together, we can begin to understand your situation, and then create a plan that will address the issues that are causing you stress. Do you feel overwhelmed with issues that are unmanageable to deal with? Are you unsure about how to achieve your goals? Therapy is a powerful tool utilized to help resolve the problems you are experiencing. It strengthens our coping tools and our sense of self. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, compulsions/addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and developing action plans to address goal setting.
You deserve to live a happier and healthier life. Together, we can begin to understand your situation, and then create a plan that will address the issues that are causing you stress. Do you feel overwhelmed with issues that are unmanageable to deal with? Are you unsure about how to achieve your goals? Therapy is a powerful tool utilized to help resolve the problems you are experiencing. It strengthens our coping tools and our sense of self. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, compulsions/addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and developing action plans to address goal setting.
(516) 280-7285 View (516) 280-7285
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First Step Directory
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Hicksville, NY 11801
Deirdre built First Step Therapy & Wellness Group from the ground up and has been hands on every step of the way. Her work ethic is indisputable and she is completely invested in creating a cohesive work environment adhering to values such as mutual respect and equality. She believes healthy doses of restraint combined with self discipline are key components to her success both personally and professionally. Deirdre is highly regarded by her peers and is a long-standing staple within the community where she is committed to creating a safe secure environment for her clients and colleagues. Ms. Holland currently maintains an established private practice
Deirdre built First Step Therapy & Wellness Group from the ground up and has been hands on every step of the way. Her work ethic is indisputable and she is completely invested in creating a cohesive work environment adhering to values such as mutual respect and equality. She believes healthy doses of restraint combined with self discipline are key components to her success both personally and professionally. Deirdre is highly regarded by her peers and is a long-standing staple within the community where she is committed to creating a safe secure environment for her clients and colleagues. Ms. Holland currently maintains an established private practice
(516) 324-3167 View (516) 324-3167
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Rafia Hamid
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jericho, NY 11753
As a licensed psychologist, I provide a genuine and warm environment that allows you to explore your problems, find solutions, and develop insight. My goal is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. Building trust and a non-judgmental approach are key aspects of therapeutic work; I provide a confidential and safe space where you can learn to effectively deal with anxiety, depression, and self-limiting beliefs, allowing you to achieve a more fulfilling life.
As a licensed psychologist, I provide a genuine and warm environment that allows you to explore your problems, find solutions, and develop insight. My goal is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. Building trust and a non-judgmental approach are key aspects of therapeutic work; I provide a confidential and safe space where you can learn to effectively deal with anxiety, depression, and self-limiting beliefs, allowing you to achieve a more fulfilling life.
(516) 447-3814 View (516) 447-3814
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Renee Maggiore
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
I became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the purpose of helping people as they navigate through life’s many ups and downs. I am passionate about helping clients increase their self-awareness and recognize their inner strengths. I aim to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for clients to feel supported and validated. I utilize a client-centered approach to therapy, tailored to suit the needs of my client. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Strength-Based Therapy.
I became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the purpose of helping people as they navigate through life’s many ups and downs. I am passionate about helping clients increase their self-awareness and recognize their inner strengths. I aim to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for clients to feel supported and validated. I utilize a client-centered approach to therapy, tailored to suit the needs of my client. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Strength-Based Therapy.
(516) 260-4839 View (516) 260-4839
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Danielle Matias
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Mineola, NY 11501
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it is my greatest passion in life.
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it is my greatest passion in life.
(646) 204-2295 View (646) 204-2295
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Samantha Pidgeon
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Life can be difficult at times and it takes strength to reach out to someone for help. Through our therapeutic relationship, my goal is to help you gain self-awareness about potential negative thinking patterns and ultimately increase stability and independence. We live in a world of many different stressors and pressures and I hope to help you learn to cope with these issues in a positive way. Mental health is just as important as physical, through all stages of life. I utilize a person-centered approach in order to explore past and current issues in order to help you learn different tools to help you take control of your life.
Life can be difficult at times and it takes strength to reach out to someone for help. Through our therapeutic relationship, my goal is to help you gain self-awareness about potential negative thinking patterns and ultimately increase stability and independence. We live in a world of many different stressors and pressures and I hope to help you learn to cope with these issues in a positive way. Mental health is just as important as physical, through all stages of life. I utilize a person-centered approach in order to explore past and current issues in order to help you learn different tools to help you take control of your life.
(516) 614-6962 View (516) 614-6962
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Gabrielle Schwartz
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
The first step is always the hardest, no matter what you’re struggling with. I believe that with the right tools and mindset, you can make some serious changes to the way you live your life. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, relationship complications, and LGBTQ issues. In my practice, I make sure to create a safe, welcoming, judge-free environment where you are free to be yourself.
The first step is always the hardest, no matter what you’re struggling with. I believe that with the right tools and mindset, you can make some serious changes to the way you live your life. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, relationship complications, and LGBTQ issues. In my practice, I make sure to create a safe, welcoming, judge-free environment where you are free to be yourself.
(516) 415-0553 View (516) 415-0553
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Nichole Mina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11021
My focus is on introspection & interpersonal relationships. I integrate a traditional and holistic approach in a safe and peaceful setting. I tailor to your personal needs and wants by removing the masks and uncovering your personal truth/individualized self. My practice incorporates skill building to help you understand why you make the choices you make and to live your life through self-acceptance, self-love, and confidence
My focus is on introspection & interpersonal relationships. I integrate a traditional and holistic approach in a safe and peaceful setting. I tailor to your personal needs and wants by removing the masks and uncovering your personal truth/individualized self. My practice incorporates skill building to help you understand why you make the choices you make and to live your life through self-acceptance, self-love, and confidence
(929) 394-5740 View (929) 394-5740

Online Therapists

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Steve Akchayan
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
Steve uses an integrative approach to best tailor to his clients individual needs, goals, and expectations. Techniques vary with a focus around CBT, a person-centered approach, and REBT. He also utilizes a Positive Confrontational approach, where he therapeutically challenges and confronts clients' negative perceptions, beliefs, assumptions, and automatic thoughts. Steve works with clients from all backgrounds on issues including substance abuse, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, personality disorders, and chronic pain.
Steve uses an integrative approach to best tailor to his clients individual needs, goals, and expectations. Techniques vary with a focus around CBT, a person-centered approach, and REBT. He also utilizes a Positive Confrontational approach, where he therapeutically challenges and confronts clients' negative perceptions, beliefs, assumptions, and automatic thoughts. Steve works with clients from all backgrounds on issues including substance abuse, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, personality disorders, and chronic pain.
(646) 916-5357 View (646) 916-5357
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Sarah Kleinman
Counselor, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Smithtown, NY 11787
By creating a safe space that allows the client to identify, evaluate, and set goals, we will be able to work through difficult times and complex emotions. It is only human to feel but, turning those feelings into something that positively serves you is my priority. A therapist is someone who helps a person continue to build tools and coping skills needed for their own distinct situations. I focus on goal-oriented care that keeps you involved in creating your own journey of growth. ANY age range is welcome and I have much experience with adults, retirees, young adults & teens, children with IEP's or behavioral issues, and more.
By creating a safe space that allows the client to identify, evaluate, and set goals, we will be able to work through difficult times and complex emotions. It is only human to feel but, turning those feelings into something that positively serves you is my priority. A therapist is someone who helps a person continue to build tools and coping skills needed for their own distinct situations. I focus on goal-oriented care that keeps you involved in creating your own journey of growth. ANY age range is welcome and I have much experience with adults, retirees, young adults & teens, children with IEP's or behavioral issues, and more.
(631) 856-2496 View (631) 856-2496
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Diana Naftal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10019
Diana believes in the healing power of partnership. She takes a creative, insightful, and practical approach to helping clients understand how one's mind, body, and interpersonal life can work together to relieve emotional pain and create opportunities for lasting change. Diana utilizes Relational, Psychodynamic, Humanistic, and Behavioral modalities to help clients address current and past life challenges and trauma. Together we will develop new ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving to help create a satisfying and meaningful life.
Diana believes in the healing power of partnership. She takes a creative, insightful, and practical approach to helping clients understand how one's mind, body, and interpersonal life can work together to relieve emotional pain and create opportunities for lasting change. Diana utilizes Relational, Psychodynamic, Humanistic, and Behavioral modalities to help clients address current and past life challenges and trauma. Together we will develop new ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving to help create a satisfying and meaningful life.
(646) 859-2083 View (646) 859-2083
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Yuncheng (Charlette) Yan
MA, MHCLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Charlette practices from a multicultural, feminist, anti-oppressive, systems-focused perspective that is BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ affirming. She utilizes an eclectic blend of psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, and relational approaches to meet clients' unique needs. She also integrates DBT and mindfulness exercises to support clients' progress.
Charlette practices from a multicultural, feminist, anti-oppressive, systems-focused perspective that is BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ affirming. She utilizes an eclectic blend of psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, and relational approaches to meet clients' unique needs. She also integrates DBT and mindfulness exercises to support clients' progress.
(929) 238-8210 View (929) 238-8210
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Mary Zottoli
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
Mary provides trauma-informed therapy with a feminist approach. They use principles from the disability justice movement to create a safe, accessible space so clients can show up as their authentic selves. Mary often refers to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and family systems theory.
Mary provides trauma-informed therapy with a feminist approach. They use principles from the disability justice movement to create a safe, accessible space so clients can show up as their authentic selves. Mary often refers to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and family systems theory.
(929) 640-1503 View (929) 640-1503
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Denise Foulkes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
As founder of HYGEIA Integrated Health LLC and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, we treat patients ages 5 years and older and have a wide range of mental health care experience in the areas of psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis, cognitive behavioral and psychoanalytic treatment, as well as talents in the area of problem solving of life's challenges and situations. We conduct individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy sessions and provide well-researched comprehensive care to meet the needs of my clients.
As founder of HYGEIA Integrated Health LLC and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, we treat patients ages 5 years and older and have a wide range of mental health care experience in the areas of psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis, cognitive behavioral and psychoanalytic treatment, as well as talents in the area of problem solving of life's challenges and situations. We conduct individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy sessions and provide well-researched comprehensive care to meet the needs of my clients.
(914) 499-0154 View (914) 499-0154
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Christina Arceri
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Christina aims to provide a safe, compassionate environment that allows a genuine relationship and supports individuals in living their most authentic lives. She uses client-centered theory drawing from feminist theory, psychodynamic theory, and narrative therapy. Christina is a certified Intuitive Eating counselor and practices a Health at Every Size approach. She believes everybody deserves liberation and love.
Christina aims to provide a safe, compassionate environment that allows a genuine relationship and supports individuals in living their most authentic lives. She uses client-centered theory drawing from feminist theory, psychodynamic theory, and narrative therapy. Christina is a certified Intuitive Eating counselor and practices a Health at Every Size approach. She believes everybody deserves liberation and love.
(646) 461-8089 View (646) 461-8089
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Lyndsay Fee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Lyndsay is a passionate and empathic psychotherapist. She utilizes principles from various treatment modalities and evidence based practices including; CBT, DBT, person-centered therapy, ACT, existentialism, motivational interviewing and psychodynamic therapy. Lyndsay’s approach is dynamic and personalized to each client. She provides a warm, safe and nonjudgmental space to engage in exploration and self reflection.
Lyndsay is a passionate and empathic psychotherapist. She utilizes principles from various treatment modalities and evidence based practices including; CBT, DBT, person-centered therapy, ACT, existentialism, motivational interviewing and psychodynamic therapy. Lyndsay’s approach is dynamic and personalized to each client. She provides a warm, safe and nonjudgmental space to engage in exploration and self reflection.
(646) 904-5549 View (646) 904-5549
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Laura Hermann Gonzalez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC, SIFI
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11208  (Online Only)
My experience includes 25 years of working in the field of social service and over 10 years working as a therapist. I have worked with people of many different backgrounds, identities, ages, and experiences and I highly value time with those who identify as LGBTQIA2S+. I provide therapy through a lens of antiracism, intersectionality, and feminism.
My experience includes 25 years of working in the field of social service and over 10 years working as a therapist. I have worked with people of many different backgrounds, identities, ages, and experiences and I highly value time with those who identify as LGBTQIA2S+. I provide therapy through a lens of antiracism, intersectionality, and feminism.
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Matt Cohen
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
I utilize a person-centered approach–with aspects from psychodynamics, existential, and DBT–in order to help clients find the most authentic and happiest version of themselves. I specialize in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns.
I utilize a person-centered approach–with aspects from psychodynamics, existential, and DBT–in order to help clients find the most authentic and happiest version of themselves. I specialize in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns.
(646) 718-2776 View (646) 718-2776
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Rachel Landman
Counselor, LMHC, EdM, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10128
Rachel’s approach is highly personalized for each client. She provides a warm and nonjudgmental environment to foster strong therapeutic relationships with an emphasis on trust and acceptance. She understands everyone needs someone who will listen and accept them for who they are. Rachel’s primary focus is on existential issues, engulfed in the psychodynamic approach using a toolbox of CBT skills.
Rachel’s approach is highly personalized for each client. She provides a warm and nonjudgmental environment to foster strong therapeutic relationships with an emphasis on trust and acceptance. She understands everyone needs someone who will listen and accept them for who they are. Rachel’s primary focus is on existential issues, engulfed in the psychodynamic approach using a toolbox of CBT skills.
(646) 762-0651 View (646) 762-0651

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