Therapists in Brooklyn, NY

Many of my clients describe losing a loved one was like being hit by a Mac truck. There is something unbelievable about how a loved one is no longer with us ;it is akin to a sudden shock. The need to tell one's story and organize the narrative is essential to the process of healing. Repeating the story in front of witnesses either in a group setting or individually helps integrate this new reality into one's frame of reference. The purpose of the sessions individual or group in to help to make you feel less alone in your personal tragedy. Repeatedly group members report a sense of healing being connected to others.

I have always been the person people come to talk to and my practice is a natural extension of myself. I strive to develop a trusting and comfortable clinical relationship with all my clients to help them process their history, various challenges, pains, uncertainties, and family dynamics. Thirty years of practice have taught me how incredibly resilient the most struggling individual can be given the genuine support of others and even without it. Building from my clients’ resilience and our clinical relationship, treatment evolves and mental health is found, strengthened, or regained.

Anger Management? Grief (Loss)? PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)? Stress Management? Let me utilize my 20years career experience in clinical social work to assist you overcome those challenges and achieve a stable mental health condition.

Dedicated professional with over 20 years of rich training and background in the field of Social Work and Mental Health; proven leadership in supervision and non-profit management. My passion is in helping individuals, couples, families and children regain rightful balance in their relationship with each other, the community, their overall mental health and well being. My independent practice in Brooklyn, NYC provides private mental health/psychotherapy, surviving grief and loss, bereavement counseling, improving children's behaviors for successful academic achievements; empowerment re: domestic violence and substance abuse. My motto- "Mending the broken and healing the Wounded".

Are you feeling isolated from family or friends; unable to get out doors as easily as before due to chronic medical conditions, worried about the day to day problems, like transportation to a doctor, how to access services, or about how to better communicate with family, friends, or your doctor? Are you struggling with deeper emotional troubles such as learning to cope with the loss of a loved one who may have moved or passed away, or having to cope with chronic pain, or symptoms of depression or anxiety?

Everything we need to heal ourselves already exists within us; but, sometimes we can struggle to connect with ourselves. Our work will help you to find self trust and to lean in to the wisdom and resilience that has guided you through every moment of life so far. You are strong and you are resourceful; and, you are also deserving of support. Whether you are experiencing anxious thoughts, sadness, feelings of grief or loss, are facing a life change or are looking to reconnect with yourself - you are working to honor and meet your needs and our work will be in support of that.

Board Certified Diplomate/ Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist , specializing in Acute Traumatic Grief; an abrupt, unexpected, sudden disruptive event, loss/death of a loved one, resulting in traumatic symptoms. Desire to recognize/develop your attributes to it's maximal potential for a more fulfilling purpose despite any obstacles faced? Relationships, negative thoughts, lack of direction/habits can interfere with attaining goals. It often takes someone outside of yourself to identify&conquer such impediment. Approved Clinical Supervisor accredited by the Center for Credentialing & Education, providing Individual, Couples, Family therapy to children, teens, adults & SW Supervision to Young Professionals building on theirLSW/LAC ClinicalHour.

We all have innate abilities to heal ourselves and improve our lives. I will work with you to tap into your own power so that you can live a healthy and balanced life. In a peaceful and accepting environment we work together to gain insight into what you are experiencing and to move beyond painful patterns and stuck points.

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Therapy can help client's take that first step. My style is interactive and goal-oriented. I use evidence-based models to help client's explore and reach desired goals, overcome obstacles preventing growth and self-awareness, both necessary aspects to feeling better to improve well-being and quality-of-life. We explore the six dimensions of wellness, examine relationships, with individual or couples therapy and look at behaviors to find an appropriate balance. We examine changing maladaptive negative behaviors, and replacing them with positive life-enriching behaviors.

Life is full of challenges which can begin to feel insurmountable as the challenges stack up and accumulate over time. Whether it be anxiety, grief, addiction, family conflict, or the strain of everyday life, I want to help you explore how these feelings and thoughts are shaping your behaviors and personality. My goal is to help you discover your potential by working together to reframe your thoughts and understandings and capitalize from the knowledge gained. I believe that with the right support, people have a greater potential for growth and transformation in their lives.

Practicing psychoanalytically since 2012, I work with patients from a broad range of social, economic, and cultural backgrounds across a comparably broad range of issues ranging from anxiety and body-mediated distress to mourning, melancholia, and existential quandaries regarding work, intimacy, and sex. With a background in Freudian and Feminist theory—as well as literature, music, and the arts—I find therapy most productive and illuminating when it explores not only a person's conscious interests and challenges but their unconscious thoughts as well.

The choice to begin therapy is a courageous one. I consider it a great privilege to partner with people as they work to improve various aspects of their lives. I provide a safe, empathetic, and warm environment to encourage exploration and personal growth. Everyone entering therapy has a unique set of goals; I work to meet those specific needs and desires through an eclectic approach of interpersonal, cognitive behavioral (CBT), and solution-focused therapy.

Life can be overwhelming on any given day, but when mental health concerns are added to the mix, it can seem impossible to overcome even small hiccups. This is normal, but it is not something that you should have to deal with alone. My goal as a therapist is to address whatever problems you are experiencing at any given moment. I provide structured sessions using evidence-based approaches to help you or your family tackle concerns related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, trauma, grief, relationship stressors, infertility and adoption issues, sport performance, and life adjustments.

My ideal clients are Domestic Violence Victims, Human Trafficking Victims,Sex Trafficking Victims, Life Coaching, Grief Counseling, and Addictions clients. My clients needs and goals will be assessed during their initial consultation. After the initial consultation a SMART Format treatment plan will be developed All information in regards to the client will be held extremely confidential in guidelines to the HIPPA law. Clients are seen by appointment only. All clients are seen out of a We Work Office building or via tele health. Blurb -“Tara has been recognized as one of the Top Mental-Health Coaches by Coach Foundation.”

Grief is an emotion often reserved for the passing of someone meaningful to us, but it’s also a normal emotion in life transitions, like job loss, a ruptured relationship, a move, an accident, the death of a pet, illness, trauma or an empty nest. These experiences may leave you grieving the loss of an idea, an expectation of what your life looked like or where it was going. Loss has a way of isolating a person from others. You may feel pressure to be doing better than you are, or to be further along an arbitrary timeline. Well-intentioned comments that don’t meet you where you are can leave you feeling even more alone.

Currently accepting new clients! I am a mental health counselor with a limited permit to practice in New York. I have additional training in grief and trauma-informed care and experience in several settings including a psychiatric and rehabilitation hospital, a Buffalo charter school, and agencies. My focus is with adults, families, and couples utilizing an eclectic therapeutic approach in order to successfully meet the needs of a plethora of different and unique presenting issues. I obtained my M.S. from Canisius College and B.A in psychology from Buffalo State University. I am also a member of the American Counseling Association.

Managing life’s challenges can overwhelm each of us. Whether juggling typical ups and downs or coping with loss, trauma, major upset or crisis, there are times we need compassion, an advocate, a fellow strategist or just someone to listen. Our relationship to ourselves, family, career, or life changes can sometimes seem out of control, leading to depression, anxiety or isolation. Therapy is a tool designed to help manage life’s challenges and bring clarity, perspective and a sense of well-being.

I'm an LCSW practicing in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and my office is conveniently located three blocks from the Bedford L stop. I'm psychodynamically oriented, and I specialize in anxiety, play therapy, trauma, and attachment. I enjoy helping families to strengthen relationships. Play is a child's natural way of communicating, and thus is the perfect tool for therapy with young children. I often work with older children, teens, and adults as well, and tailor my therapeutic approach to the needs of each person I work with.

Psychological trauma and suffering can be overwhelming, often leaving us feeling drained, hopeless, lost, and alone. If you are feeling stuck in your life, have experienced trauma, or find it difficult to bring your best self forward, reach out to me. I will help support and guide you through the pain. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience in various settings providing quality care to diverse populations. I work within a variety of frameworks including CBT, Focusing Oriented therapy, person-centered/ strength-based lenses, as well as within both a holistic and mindful awareness of wellness.