Therapists in New York, NY

Whatever feels “off” in your life—depression, unhealthy boundaries, a dead-end career, anxiety, loneliness, low self-esteem—is a symptom of a larger problem: an unbalanced and under-appreciated Self. Just like a fever lets us know we have an infection, life problems let us know something deep within us isn’t right. We don’t blame the fever, we thank it for alerting us to the bigger problem. Using life’s challenges as a guide, we work together to build the foundation of self you need in order to live an enriching and fully human life. This deep work benefits not only yourself but also your loved ones and the rest of our human family.

Society tries to put us into binary boxes every day, and I believe in living life in the space in between. Therapy is a place where we can shed the expectations of others and give space for our authentic selves. Together we will explore your past experiences in order to identify your intentions for what comes next. My therapeutic style is direct but stems from a place of non-judgmental empathy; so while you can rest assured that I will be here to help you navigate your self-exploration, you will need to be prepared to be in the driver’s seat.

Navigating this world as a marginalized individual is hard. As a neurodivergent, queer individual, I get it. I feel an intense desire to help those who feel marginalized or shut out by society begin to feel acknowledged and loved while they begin to understand how they can take up space in this world without being rejected. You are the expert on your own life, I am simply here to guide you along your journey. I am deeply passionate about how humans think, work, and view the world, and want to help you explore your curiosities and come to a better understanding of yourself.

I'm a nonbinary, queer psychotherapist and sex therapist in NYC taking clients virtually. I work with individuals and couples looking to overcome life's many transitions and challenges in order to reach for fulfilling lives. This may include identifying needs, communication skills, boundary setting, building a somatic toolbox, moving through feelings of shame and grief, or exploring one's identity. I specialize in serving the queer community, entertainers, sex workers, non-monogamous and kink oriented individuals and couples, the neurodiverse, and those living with chronic pain and illness (EDS competent).

I'm a trans nonbinary therapist who specializes in helping clients navigate OCD, anxiety, and sexual trauma (and often the intersection of all three). I help clients understand that anxiety is not actually an emotion, but a way of avoiding bigger, more unpleasant feelings bubbling beneath the surface. Much of my work consists of helping folks process their grief at the existential nightmare that is the world we live in. Using mind-body therapies like IFS and ERP, I teach clients how to get in touch with these Big Feelings without being swallowed by them.

Aviva works with individuals to foster and establish a trusting and safe environment in order to have an honest exploration of each person’s feelings and experiences. Aviva uses psychodynamic and relational approaches to explore the unique experiences of each person.

As a queer and non-binary identifying person, I have both lived experience with LGBTQIA+ issues, and experience with LGBTQIA+ clients. I bring extensive experience in Crisis Intervention, Addiction, Co-occurring Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders, and Suicidal Ideation. I specialize in working with people who have trauma histories, specifically Domestic and Sexual Violence.

I work from a trauma-focused, strengths-based somatic and relational perspective to help you release shame via self-compassion. I view even the coping mechanisms that make us feel the most stuck as examples of our bodies’ incredible resiliency & drive to keep us safe. Within the therapeutic dynamic, I seek to help you identify and unlearn harmful cultural conditioning and, with the courage of authenticity, uncover your own innate wisdom. To me, therapy is a place where we can explore creative self-expression and practice intentional relationship building in order to live more authentic, joyful, and embodied lives.

I focus on the queer, trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming populations in my work but welcome individuals of all sexualities and gender expressions. I use trauma informed modalities as a lens to focus on what’s going on in your life in the moment as well as how your past has shaped you.

Currently accepting new clients in NY, CO, ME and FL via telehealth. It's been an endless search for a therapist who really gets you. Someone who can dive into your problems without making you feel you have to compartmentalize important parts of your life. Someone who can be a safe sounding board whatever comes up.  I want you to know it's ok to show up however you're feeling that day.  It's ok to open up at your own pace.  I will be right here beside you as you discover unique pathways towards resilience, fulfillment and fun.

Hi! I'm Sam, a Professional Coach who works with neurodivergent adults (ADHD, Autistic, AuDHD, OCD) who have unconventional lives to understand and embrace their unique neurotypes, so they can effectively minimize stress, overcome challenges, and improve their quality of life. Together, we can co-create a supportive, non-judgmental, and effective coaching partnership through which you will learn to fully utilize your strengths, understand and embrace your full humanity, and cultivate practices that are key to defining and achieving your own version of success. Please note: I am a qualified coach, NOT a psychotherapist or counselor.

Hello and welcome! Pursuing therapy is a major step in caring for your mental health, and finding a therapist who is a good match is of utmost importance. I work with clients ages 16 and up, and focus on building trusting therapeutic relationships. In a nutshell, my approach focuses on helping people break out of patterns that are no longer serving them and connecting them to their power in the present moment. As a queer nonbinary clinician, I have particular expertise in working with LGBQ+ and TGNC populations, as well as supporting people in navigating kink, non-monogamy, and alternative relationship structures.

I work with families of all ages for family therapy. Why? A relationship in your family has been bothering you for quite some time. The resentment's been building for years. You're ready to work to untangle it. I will help you understand your part in the relationship dynamic and, if it makes sense, work with your family member to repair the hurt from the past and move forward.

I offer empathetic, non-judgmental, and humanistic therapy. I work with couples and families navigating relational conflict. I also work with individuals from across all age groups and cultures on accomplishing their goals, growing to their highest potential, and achieving their authentic self. As an experienced educator for over a decade, I am also interested in continuing to work with teenagers and their families.

Looking for an affirming, safe, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself? Together we can work through whatever challenges you are facing to meet goals that have seemed difficult to attain. My intention is to pave the way toward healing, acceptance of your full authentic self, and long-term growth. Drawing on knowledge from queer, and critical race theory, we will work collaboratively to help you navigate systemic issues and its impact on your intersecting identities.

Do you feel misunderstood or unaccepted? Does it feel impossible to be your true self and be happy? Living inauthentically can lead to pain and make it hard to live a fulfilling life. We live in a tough world that forces people to “fit in” to be accepted. Deep dissatisfaction, sadness, worry and low self-esteem often result from this pressure and can make it feel next to impossible to find a path to joy and fulfillment. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I empathize deeply with these experiences. The great news is change happens and you are on your way, having taken this first step to find a therapist.

Are you exploring your gender, sexuality, alternative sexual practices and/or relationship dynamics? Have you tried to heal from your past trauma and been unable to feel more embodied and liberated? Do you find yourself feeling hopeless that you will ever find a sense of belonging or connection with others because your way of engaging in the world or an identity you possess is labeled as “other”? Would you like to live life with greater authenticity, self-compassion, empathy, and self-confidence? Are you looking to dismantle internalized oppression or privilege to be a more accountable partner in creating a more just society?

We are authorized to do business as Q’Lective Therapy, though the official name through the NYS Office of Professions is Intersecting Mental Health Counseling Psychotherapy, PLLC. We are a group of queer, trans & non-binary, neurodivergent therapists who aim to serve our community. We provide accessible mental health care for folks from historically marginalized and oppressed communities. We work with children, adolescents, adults, couples/polycules, families, and groups. We specialize in gender, sexuality, kink, BDSM, non-monogamy, sex work, neurodivergence, trauma, mood disorders, racial identity, and intersectionality.

Thank you for considering me as part of your community of care. I am eager to collaborate with you with compassion and presence as we consider the complexities you are navigating, while we get curious about ways to build nourishment, healing, and regeneration in your life. Affirming your sense of agency and identity, and your capacity to thrive is paramount to my approach. I specialize in working with queer and trans individuals, couples, and families. Other areas of expertise include neurodivergence, relationship diversity and sex therapy, life transitions and adjustment, perinatal support, and grief and loss.