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Jamie Downie

Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW (he, him)

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Available both in-person and online
111 Broadway 905 9th floor New York, NY 10006
Do the same arguments keep playing on a loop, leaving you feeling lonely even when you’re sitting right next to your partner? Perhaps a past trauma or an old "blueprint" is making it hard to feel safe or truly intimate today. At Gateway to Solutions, I work with individuals and couples who feel disconnected and emotionally exhausted. You might be struggling to move past a specific event or finding that your "walls" are up, preventing the closeness you crave. You want to stop reacting from a place of hurt, heal the underlying wounds, and finally rediscover a sense of peace and physical and emotional intimacy.
I specialize in helping clients process deep-seated trauma and relational conflict using evidence-based tools like EMDR. My approach at Gateway to Solutions focuses on moving beyond just "talking" about problems to actually re-patterning the nervous system's response to stress. We target the root causes of intimacy blocks to restore your connection.
Healing from trauma and repairing a marriage takes courage, but you don't have to carry that weight alone. Located in Downtown NYC, our practice is very close to Brooklyn, Jersey City, and Hoboken, offering a discreet and professional space for your journey. Let’s work together to restore your bond. Contact Gateway to Solutions to start today.
Call or Jamie Downie now for a free 15 minute consultation - (347) 934-4819

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Trinity Building

111 Broadway

905 9th floor

New York, NY 10006 map

(347) 934-4819
My website
I am licensed in CT, NY, and NJ. Virtual and in-person sessions available.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
I welcome you to have a free 15-minute intro call with me.
Jamie Downie
Let's Connect (347) 934-4819
Photo of Jamie Downie, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Trinity Building

111 Broadway

905 9th floor

New York, NY 10006 map

(347) 934-4819
My website
I am licensed in CT, NY, and NJ. Virtual and in-person sessions available.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
I welcome you to have a free 15-minute intro call with me.
Jamie Downie

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Student Health
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • BlueShield of Northeastern New York
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Carelon/Nyship
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • New York City Employees PPO (NYCE PPO)
  • NYSHIP | NY State Empire Plan
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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All insurances reimburse for our services. Contact us for a courtesy insurance verification on our website.
Photo of Jamie Downie, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Jamie Downie
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 934-4819
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All insurances reimburse for our services. Contact us for a courtesy insurance verification on our website.
Photo of Jamie Downie, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Jamie Downie
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 934-4819

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 120870 Jamie Downie
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended New York University, MSW
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from EMDR
  • Certificate from Gottman Couples Therapy
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This profession of mental health and wellness was attractive to me, as I enjoy being involved in people-focused work. There can be so many challenges in this world, and what makes us stronger as individuals, communities, and society at large is the importance of human connection.
Photo of Jamie Downie, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Jamie Downie
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 934-4819
"
This profession of mental health and wellness was attractive to me, as I enjoy being involved in people-focused work. There can be so many challenges in this world, and what makes us stronger as individuals, communities, and society at large is the importance of human connection.
Photo of Jamie Downie, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Jamie Downie
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 934-4819

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Couples Counseling, Group Therapy
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Gay
  • Grief
  • Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Substance Use
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I specialize in working with clients who are confronting substance use and co-occurring disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem issues, and systemic impacts on the LGBTQ community. I prioritize a humanistic approach as we explore together thoughts, emotions, and experiences to develop skills to manage them in a healthy way.
Photo of Jamie Downie, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Jamie Downie
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 934-4819
"
I specialize in working with clients who are confronting substance use and co-occurring disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem issues, and systemic impacts on the LGBTQ community. I prioritize a humanistic approach as we explore together thoughts, emotions, and experiences to develop skills to manage them in a healthy way.
Photo of Jamie Downie, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Jamie Downie
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 934-4819

18 Endorsements

Caroline Grace Brown
Caroline Grace Brown
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWCBTDBTREBT
Jamie is a compassionate psychotherapist whose warm demeanor fosters a safe space for all clients. His collaborative approach ensures tailored support, and his adept communication with other care providers reflects a commitment to each clients well-being
Caroline Grace Brown
Caroline Grace Brown
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWDBTREBTCBT
Jamie is a compassionate psychotherapist whose warm demeanor fosters a safe space for all clients. His collaborative approach ensures tailored support, and his adept communication with other care providers reflects a commitment to each clients well-being
Antoinette Bonafede Shine
Antoinette Bonafede Shine
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWDBTREBTCBTPD
Jamie has a wonderful warmth and openness in his demeanor that is disarming and allows clients to feel a sense of safety when they work with him. He is attentive, intentional, and highly analytic! A truly calm and thoughtful clinician!
John P. Carnesecchi
John P. Carnesecchi
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWCEAP
Superburbly analytic, calm, and beyond exceptional assessment skills. I've been in the field for 26 years and I'd send my own family to work with him any day!
Antoinette Bonafede Shine
Antoinette Bonafede Shine
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWCBTDBTREBTPD
Jamie has a wonderful warmth and openness in his demeanor that is disarming and allows clients to feel a sense of safety when they work with him. He is attentive, intentional, and highly analytic! A truly calm and thoughtful clinician!
Christina Bradley
Christina Bradley
MS EdDBTEMDRCBT
Jamie is an exceptional therapist who creates a warm atmosphere for clients to show up as they are. He prioritizes the emotional wellness of clients with an emphasis on the gold standard of care and his passion for helping others is felt beyond the room
Christina Bradley
Christina Bradley
Ms EdDBTEMDRCBT
Jamie is an exceptional therapist who creates a warm atmosphere for clients to show up as they are. He prioritizes the emotional wellness of clients with an emphasis on the gold standard of care and his passion for helping others is felt beyond the room
Mandolin Moody
Mandolin Moody
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLMSWDBTREBTCBT
Jamie is so on his game-warm, fantastic assessment skills, analytically pointed, and artful in his approach! Highly recommend!
Mandolin Moody
Mandolin Moody
Licensed Master Social WorkerLMSWCBTDBTREBT
Jamie is an exemplary therapist who displays unwavering professionalism, paired with a warm and kind personality creates a safe and comfortable environment. She utilizes an integrative and didactic approach to therapy centered on the clients needs.
Valerie Paige Kowalski
Valerie Paige Kowalski
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLMSW
Jamie helps make all his clients feel like they are in the best care possible. He is collaborative and partnering approach ensures goals are met. He is also such a great collaborator with his colleagues.
Valerie Paige Kowalski
Valerie Paige Kowalski
Licensed Master Social WorkerLMSWREBTDBTCBT
Jamie helps make all his clients feel like they are in the best care possible. He is collaborative and partnering approach ensures goals are met. He is also such a great collaborator with his colleagues.
Valerie Paige Kowalski
Valerie Paige Kowalski
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLMSWDBTREBTCBT
Extremely accessible, well-trained, responsive, and highly insightful colleague! Clinically confident and direct. I'd refer my own friends and family members to him. Highly recommend!
Mandolin Moody
Mandolin Moody
Licensed Master Social WorkerLMSWDBTREBTCBT
Warm, clinically astute, and fantastic care planning skills! Highly recommend!
Danielle Dellaquila
Danielle Dellaquila
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLMSWDBTCBT
His expertise in evidence-based practice is matched only by his genuine warmth. He creates an environment where clients feel truly seen and understood, which is the cornerstone of his success. He is a profound asset to our field.
Aveen Hallissey
Aveen Hallissey
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalMHC-LPDBTCBT
If you are looking for a therapist who is as intellectually sharp as he is kind, look no further than her at Gateway to Solutions. Jamie helps clients do the difficult work of self-discovery while providing steady support.
Maya Montalto
Maya Montalto
Licensed Master Social WorkerLMSWDBTCBT
They are a brilliant, client-centered therapist at Gateway to Solutions who excels at helping individuals reach their potential. Their active, engaging style keeps clients motivated and focused. I highly endorse this warm, masterful practitioner.
Maya Montalto
Maya Montalto
LMSWDBTCBT
They shine as a clinician at Gateway to Solutions, offering a dynamic mix of warmth, directness, and evidence-based care. They actively collaborate with clients to build clear paths toward success. Anyone would benefit from working with them.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Imago
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Ketamine-Assisted
  • Psychodynamic
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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During our initial sessions, we will get to know each other better and collaborate to identify goals that you would like to address. I will then use a curated integrative approach to treatment using a multitude of therapeutic modalities to support you in reaching those goals. The treatment plan will be a very transparent process and shared with you at the end of the assessment period.
Photo of Jamie Downie, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Jamie Downie
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 934-4819
"
During our initial sessions, we will get to know each other better and collaborate to identify goals that you would like to address. I will then use a curated integrative approach to treatment using a multitude of therapeutic modalities to support you in reaching those goals. The treatment plan will be a very transparent process and shared with you at the end of the assessment period.
Photo of Jamie Downie, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Jamie Downie
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (347) 934-4819

Groups


Location

Primary Location

The Trinity Building

111 Broadway

905 9th floor

New York, NY 10006

(347) 934-4819

Group Practice

Gateway to Solutions
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I am licensed in CT, NY, and NJ. Virtual and in-person sessions available.
Photo of Jamie Downie, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Jamie Downie
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call for a free consultation now - (347) 934-4819
"
I am licensed in CT, NY, and NJ. Virtual and in-person sessions available.
Photo of Jamie Downie, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Jamie Downie
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Call for a free consultation now - (347) 934-4819