Therapists in Carnegie Hill, New York, NY

For over 25 years I have been privileged to become closely involved with patients and their challenges. I value my relationship with each patient and couple, and provide a safe, warm environment. My goal is to bring about positive change by alleviating problems and providing relief from symptoms. Extensive training and experience combined with warmth and individualized attention are the ingredients which enable me to help my patients successfully achieve their goals. Since every individual and situation is different, I match the treatment to the patient, and not the patient to the treatment.

I specialize in working with young -- middle aged adults who have been dealing with a range of issues: anxiety, depression, relationships, mood disorders, natural transitions (e.g. marriage, career changes), substance abuse, and trauma. During my 19 years of experience, I have worked with clients of diverse backgrounds. My therapeutic work is a combination of psychotherapeutic and cognitive behavioral approaches applied to individualized, interactive therapy. I am a graduate of Yale College and the Columbia University School of Social Work. I have a certificate from the Training Institute of Mental Health in Psychoanalytic Therapy.

We don't usually seek help when life is working for us. Whatever your issues are, you are seeking help because what you have been doing is no longer working. I provide a warm, engaging, and interactive environment where change is possible. I am passionate about my work and fully invested in your process to transform your life in meaningful and healthy ways.My career has been driven by an enormous curiosity about human behavior, a profound interest in helping people, and a deep well of compassion and empathy.

Perhaps you’ve been feeling isolated, frustrated, or like something needs fixing, but you are unsure where to begin? Current crises, past traumas, fear of failure, and difficulty in relationships can make everyday life overwhelming. If you are suffering silently, therapy with a trusted professional can be a great next step. I have several years experience treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, trauma-related disorders/PTSD, and personality disorders. I work with adults, teenagers, couples, and families.

People usually seek therapy when they experience unhappiness. Reaching out for help when that occurs takes courage. With compassion, respect and care, we will work together to address your challenges, focusing on your feelings, thoughts and desires. We will explore how you function in the world and help you to connect insightfully to that part of your self in need of attention and support. Identifying and exploring patterns in your life, you can learn to manage emotional/behavioral barriers. We will be doing all this in a safe and comforting place.

Providing a safe and therapeutic setting, we will work to maintain or improve your quality of life. Because everyone is unique, I work collaboratively with my patients to help them get the most out of treatment and life. I offer both short-term (goal-oriented) and in-depth psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. Over the past 17 years, I have worked in numerous settings as a psychotherapist with adults and children in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Currently accepting new TELE-Health psychotherapy patients via phone or WhatsApp video for those engaged in social distancing or quarantined.

I specialize in children, adolescents and adults. I help couples assess divorce,or remaining together, during times of crisis when assistance is necessary to maintain a long term relationship. Other areas of specialty: anxiety, depression, mourning, anger management, parenting skills, separation. I am familiar with 12-step work. I enjoy working with people of all ages.

If you feel you get stuck in the same situation that causes you feel unheard and misunderstood, I can help. I help Couples and Individuals who experienced immigration, are in cultural transition or struggle with issues related to their interfaith relationships. I also have knowledge and training in helping individuals and couples who deal with trauma and it's transmission in future generations (i.e. Holocaust, Armenian) I can help you get out of distress and back to connecting and trusting yourself and your partner.

The foundation of my work is built on trust, empathy, and non-judgement. I adhere to a holistic person-centered approach recognizing your journey is uniquely your own, and therefore, so should your pathway to recovery. We will work collaboratively, tailoring interventions to meet your needs, recognizing and honoring your strengths, and addressing challenges with strategies that respect your autonomy and individuality. It is through this collaboration that we form a partnership, one that empowers you to develop skills, gain insights, and make sustainable changes to become the person you always wanted to be.

As Executive Director and Clinical Supervisor, I oversee a group practice that provides a broad range of clinical services, including neuropsychological assessment, consultation, and therapeutic services. Neuropsychological evaluations include: COVID-19 cognitive assessment, memory, ADHD, autism, learning disorders, and concussion/TBI. Forensic services include: expert testimony, Independent Medical Evaluations (IME), and fitness for duty examinations for law enforcement. I also provide consultative services for select teams in the NBA and NHL (e.g., concussion and sports performance), as well as assessment for media/television.

Any loss can devastate you: a romantic partner leaves; you develop a serious illness; your job ends; a spouse dies; You have a miscarriage, or an empty nest, or your partner is unfaithful, or your child has serious difficulties, or you beloved pet dies or your childhood was abusive. Your responses can include: depression, anxiety, guilt or unending grief. I work with men, women, adolescents and couples who struggle to find symptom relief and greater life satisfaction. My office is a convenient and very private environment in which I spare people psychological jargon and base sessions on mutuality and respect.

Peter utilizes traditional psychodynamic psychotherapy principles with up to date, here and now techniques that get results. His style is respectful, interactive and dynamic. The art and science of the process calls upon his creativity and spontaneity which keeps things fresh and inspired. Complex issues are dealt with one step at a time. His core approach- deconstruct and dismantle limiting beliefs at their source. Support, clarify, and help you execute your potential. Throughout Peter’s 25 year career he has had the opportunity to work with a highly diverse group of people across a number of stages of life and challenges.

I work with people who are curious about their own lives and are interested in knowing themselves better, often in the hope of increasing self-esteem and gaining more control over the choices they make. The work of therapy can be invaluable in findng new ways of living and relating especially when anxiety and fear cut off possibilities and keep a person feeling stuck. While I don't believe in cookie cutter approaches to therapy, I find than many clients benefit from challenging negative self-talk, learning to listen to their bodies, and investigating unwanted patterns that persist in their lives. I've trauma training including EMDR.

Managing complex emotions and past traumas can be challenging, especially when trying to balance the difficulties of everyday life. It can often feel overwhelming to try to address these feelings on your own, though not addressing them can often be even more painful. In my practice, I seek to help my clients work through their challenges and become more aware of their patterns and thought processes. I provide clients with an empathetic and affirming space that allows them to feel comfortable tackling their issues, yet I also aim to challenge my clients to look beyond the obvious and recognize damaging behaviors.

I view therapy as a collaborative journey shaped by your needs and designed to facilitate growth and create a hopeful path while helping you feel empowered, instead of being imprisoned, by your prior path and struggles. I encourage you to find and express your genuine self and develop the courage to be in the driver seat and live a more fulfilling, connected, and happier life. My multicultural background and extensive training and education in different fields of psychology allow me to apply a multidisciplinary approach while appreciating your personal and social needs, values, tradition, and cultural circumstances.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in depression, anxiety, personality disorders, the psychological impact of medical problems, eating disorders, and substance use disorder. I am also a CASAC (Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor). Having been a hospital based social worker at New York Presbyterian Hospital, I have teamed with psychiatrists and other physicians and am comfortable communicating with referring doctors. I work closely with a Cornell professor of psychiatry in my suite, who will quickly do a psychiatric assessment when appropriate and provide medication treatment, if needed.

As a Health Psychologist, I Study & Treat: Every day stress at home or in the work place/ Biological, psychological and social issues related to medical or dental problems/ Interpersonal conflicts/ Performance anxiety in athletics, public speaking or the creative arts/ Anxiety/ Insomnia/ Habit control/ Phobias/ Bereavement/ Reactions to traumatic events/ See website for more detail: www.marciagreenleaf.com

Feeling alone, anxious, sad, hurt, or depressed in this uncertain world? It's difficult to bear alone. This often interferes with every day life, if not peace of mind. Maybe I can help you. Practicing for many years as a psychotherapist, I have come to know what a difference it makes when you have a trusted empathic person to talk to. I provide a safe, confidential space and hope to form that empathic understanding bond with you. It is there that you can discuss your fears and/or anxieties, and find resolutions and options in your life where you feared there were none.

Right now we all have issues dealing with Covid and perhaps entering into a different ways of being as the Covid threat lessens and society opens up. Things will be different, not as they were before, exactly. This is our chance to use the Covid pause and reevaluate where we are and where we would like to be.