Therapists in Gramercy Park, New York, NY

I believe that everyone deserves help and a warm, empathetic environment to express themselves. My therapy style is guided by the unrelenting hope for a better future while holding space for the current suffering and negative emotions. I hold expertise treating couples and individuals from diverse backgrounds and have helped my clients in dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, intimacy issues, trauma, and life’s challenges.

Are you feeling isolated in your relationships? While romance may begin in an instant, long-term relationships are not easy to maintain alone. No matter where you are in your relationship, seeking guidance, opening the lines of communication, and establishing safety in emotional expression are the cornerstones of any lasting and fulfilling relationship. I aim to empower my clients to realize the strengths they already possess. I work with them, both individually and as couples and families, to utilize those unique strengths to develop a positive narrative for their lives and relationships.

I believe that treatment works best when it is tailored to the personality and individual needs of each client. Rather than relying on one theoretical perspective, I utilize a multi-modal approach, which consistently yields faster and longer-lasting results. My approach to treatment is grounded in psychodynamic and inter-personal theory, which I integrate with cognitive-behavioral (CBT) and solution-focused techniques. I have extensive experience dealing with a variety of psychological problems, including depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as work-related, phase of life, marital, and family issues.

It takes courage to tell your story, be vulnerable, and practice introspection. But as the old saying goes, “a problem shared is a problem halved.” Whether you’re experiencing challenges in your relationships, family, career, health, or questioning your life path, we’ll work together to find a solution. I’m a Counselor and Life Coach who supports people during life transitions—including marriage, divorce, career changes, motherhood, and grief and loss. Whatever you’re going through, I’ll be a compassionate listener who reframes the situation and so you can see it in a different, more positive, light.

Drawing on 15 years of experience in a range of clinical settings, Amanda combines energy, humor, and empathy to help her clients overcome life's challenges and achieve their goals. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Amanda believes there is no cookie-cutter approach to therapy — instead, she offers a personalized blend of traditional talk therapy and practical skills and tools as she builds meaningful relationships with her clients.

I have extensive experience helping individuals who are processing trauma and life transitions. My clients are typically looking to integrate their past life, culture, values, and identity into their present and future life while learning to understand themselves and what works best for them. Individuals may be experiencing life transitions into parenthood, marriage, divorce, adulthood, pre/post college, a queer identity, or a new diagnosis or disability.

I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist specializing in individuals, couples, and families experiencing difficulties within their relationships. I also work with individuals that are experiencing anxiety and are seeking a desire for change in their overall sense of well-being and contentment. I take a holistic, mind-body approach and believe change comes from healthy habits, healthy actions, and learning healthy communication with oneself and those around them.

Drawing on 15 years of experience in a range of clinical settings, Amanda combines energy, humor, and empathy to help her clients overcome life's challenges and achieve their goals. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Amanda believes there is no cookie-cutter approach to therapy — instead, she offers a personalized blend of traditional talk therapy and practical skills and tools as she builds meaningful relationships with her clients.

I work with individuals who are looking to process past traumas and gain confidence in their life decisions. I help my clients learn more about themselves, their experiences, and how every interaction can shape how an individual lives their life. We are all navigating this world, and I am here to show you how we can do it together.

As a clinician, the therapeutic process is only meaningful and complete with the reciprocity and engagement of those I work with. Each individual is unique and their stories are interwoven with a rich tapestry of diverse emotions. By balancing the abstract, creative, philosophical, and introspective aspects of life with friendliness, compassion, empathy and care, I walk the path with you on your journey toward peace and happiness.

Problems can feel insurmountable if we tackle them alone. I believe that a genuine, empathic connection with another person is often the first step toward healing. I am here to offer you a safe space to explore opportunities for change, growth and self-discovery. Through our mutual engagement in the therapy process, my hope is that you gain insight about your relationships, your sense of self, who you are and who you want to become. I believe that relationships – with ourselves, with others, or with our environment – are the core of human experience. Often the most overlooked relationship is the one we have with ourselves.

“-I am a Resilience Lab therapist-” Life is messy, and sometimes, it can feel like the universe is just not on your side. Whether it’s depression, anxiety, new transitions, stress management, or past traumas, it can feel like life gets in the way. My job is to collaborate with you to help you uncover what is getting in your way, so you can live your authentic true self. With an anti-oppressive and trauma-informed approach to therapy, I am dedicated to providing you with a safe and non-judgmental space where you can feel empowered.

Tori has extensive training in a diverse range of therapeutic modalities proven to be highly effective, including DBT, CBT, Exposure Therapy, and Couples/Family Therapy. She was a fellow in Columbia University’s DBT Training Program and trained by the renowned Behavioral Tech Institute. Working with adolescents through adulthood, Tori has cultivated a wealth of experience and expertise in addressing a wide range of therapeutic needs across the lifespan. Her focus lies in the treatment of emotional and interpersonal dysregulation, OCD, anxiety-related disorders, social anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and couples/family issues.

I believe therapy should be intercultural and individualized, meaning that your personal needs come first. We’ll explore your journey towards growth and the opportunities for change that lie ahead by examining how your identity and interpersonal dynamics shape your environment. While I will be your guide on this path, you are the true expert of your life. I will be supportive and collaborative as you go through this process of personal development, in order for you to thrive and flourish from within.

Accessible mental health care is essential for all. I create a safe, nurturing environment where vulnerability is embraced. Beginning the healing journey requires courage; you're not alone. Together, we can overcome trauma's challenges, addressing anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance abuse, and life transitions, paving the path towards true healing.

My passion and focus is working with adults, adolescents, and families experiencing distress in their relationships and/or symptoms of depression and anxiety. I approach my work with clients from a place of genuine curiosity and understanding. I aim to provide a safe space where we can discuss the challenges getting in the way of achieving your goals and create a sustainable support system for lasting change in your life. I pride myself on being transparent during the process and an active participant in session.

I work with clients who are looking for a positive, safe space to vent, heal, learn, and grow. Throughout our work together, I help my clients find a life that brings them peace and sets them free of judgment, self-sabotage, racing thoughts, unrealistic expectations, stress, or anything else that is holding them back. We will work together to find your worth, value, and purpose in this world so you can start living the wholesome life you envision for yourself.

The following questions are common: Why can’t I sleep? Why don’t I feel like myself? Why do I feel numb, depressed, anxious, stressed, and panicky? I cannot deal with my family, friends, or school and work! How do I deal with discrimination, oppression, microaggressions, marginalization, racism at work or school, etc.? The feelings and symptoms you are experiencing may be about your body and mind trying to adjust to difficult and stressful life experiences. These circumstances heavily impact your ability to stay positive and focus on work or school due to feeling. Especially with everything that’s going on in our world right now

Founded by Madelaine Ellberger, LCSW, Downtown Behavioral Wellness was created to serve clients in New York and Florida that are looking to make a lasting and effective change in their lives. Madelaine knows that change can be difficult and she and the Downtown Behavioral Wellness team are there to support clients navigating the challenges that come along with change. With a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness, the Downtown Behavioral Wellness team takes a personalized approach to each client's therapeutic journey.