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Gillian Scott-Ward

Psychologist, PhD

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623 West 145th Street, New York, NY 10031
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You're creating a life full of successes; you’re accomplished, capable, and others often rely on you. But there’s a part of you that carries stress, anxiety, or emotional heaviness that’s hard to name. Despite all you’ve achieved, something inside feels misaligned. You’re ready to feel more grounded in your body, trust yourself deeply, and release patterns that no longer serve you. This is about healing, clarity, and coming home to your true self.
I create spaces to heal trauma and reconnect with authenticity through psychodynamically informed somatic therapy, EMDR, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, mindfulness, and clinical hypnosis. My work honors both your resilience and your inner complexity, guiding you toward deep regulation, clarity, and embodied transformation.
Even strong, insightful people need space to be supported. If you’re carrying more than you let on, or sensing it’s time for a deeper shift, I invite you to reach out. Together, we’ll create a space for healing, growth, and reconnection to the parts of you that may have been long ignored.
Call or Gillian Scott-Ward now for a free 15 minute consultation - (347) 202-1173

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

623 West 145th Street

New York, NY 10031 map

(347) 202-1173
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Mood Disorders and Life Transitions 
$350 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
If you're ready for - or even curious about - rewiring your nervous system, reach out. I would love to discuss working with you.
Gillian Scott-Ward
Let's Connect (347) 202-1173
Photo of Gillian Scott-Ward, Psychologist, PhD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

623 West 145th Street

New York, NY 10031 map

(347) 202-1173
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Mood Disorders and Life Transitions 
$350 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
If you're ready for - or even curious about - rewiring your nervous system, reach out. I would love to discuss working with you.
Gillian Scott-Ward

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $350

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Paypal
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Dr. Scott-Ward is an Out-of-Network provider. Superbills can be provided.
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Gillian Scott-Ward
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 202-1173
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Dr. Scott-Ward is an Out-of-Network provider. Superbills can be provided.
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Gillian Scott-Ward
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 202-1173

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 019666 Gillian Scott-Ward
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 15 years
  • Attended City University of New York , Graduated 2011
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: New Jersey 35SI00693600 / 2022
  • Certificate from NYSED Office of the Professions 019666-1 / 2012
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I am certified EMDR (Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing ) therapy as well as Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy from the California Institute for Integral Studies.
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Gillian Scott-Ward
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 202-1173
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I am certified EMDR (Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing ) therapy as well as Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy from the California Institute for Integral Studies.
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Gillian Scott-Ward
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 202-1173

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Mood Disorders
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Gillian Scott-Ward
Psychologist, PhD
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Gillian Scott-Ward
Psychologist, PhD
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Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Biofeedback
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Psychedelic Integration
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
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I integrate psychodynamic therapy with somatic therapy, EMDR, HRV Biofeedback, mindfulness-based stress reduction and other whole-body interventions.
Photo of Gillian Scott-Ward, Psychologist, PhD
Gillian Scott-Ward
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 202-1173
"
I integrate psychodynamic therapy with somatic therapy, EMDR, HRV Biofeedback, mindfulness-based stress reduction and other whole-body interventions.
Photo of Gillian Scott-Ward, Psychologist, PhD
Gillian Scott-Ward
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 202-1173

Groups

Location

Primary Location

623 West 145th Street

New York, NY 10031

(347) 202-1173
Photo of Gillian Scott-Ward, Psychologist, PhD
Gillian Scott-Ward
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (347) 202-1173
Photo of Gillian Scott-Ward, Psychologist, PhD
Gillian Scott-Ward
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (347) 202-1173