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I firmly believe that the longest distance one will ever travel is that between the heart and the mind, and I'm here to assist you on your journey, helping to traverse or close that gap. I am well-versed in and deeply believe in the connection between the mind and body, working with you to become the best version of yourself. As a practitioner of Transcendental Meditation along with a foundation in non-dualism, Buddhism, and Zen, I foster a unique therapeutic experience. I also use stress management in our work using diverse methods such as mindfulness-based meditation, self-hypnosis, guided imagery, and visualization.

Do you find it difficult to trust yourself to make healthy decisions? Do you have conflict with friends, family or your employer? Do you want to stop holding yourself back from doing what you REALLY want to do? You may be experiencing "normal" life stress such as finishing school, living together, getting married, a career change, or contemplating parenthood. You may be having "unexpected" stress such as losing a job, deciding to break up, losing a loved one, or being in conflict with yourself or someone else. It's normal to feel anxious, sad or overwhelmed at these times.

I offer a safe, warm and professional environment to individuals, couples and family subsets who are looking to understand and heal from the challenges and emotional hardships they face. When we embrace a new understanding of these difficulties without negative judgments, and use skillful tools, we can thrive in ways that have meaning, and embodied freedom. I am here to listen to you, your story, how you see your life, what you feel, and wish for yourself and your relationships. Trained in evidence-based approaches, I offer a range of tools to meet your needs and goals. This is a collaboration designed to unleash your best self.

I provide a warm and safe environment where the most troubling issues can be discussed with ease and comfort & difficult relationships can be examined without anger and hurt. I believe the goal of therapy is to help you grow and realize your full potential, build new skill-sets, reconnect to your inner strength and find inner calm and tranquility. Together help you find peace, joy and happiness in daily life. We will work together with compassion and collaboration to support your well-being. My approach is influenced by eastern and western philosophies, non-dualism, Buddhism, Zen and spirituality.

I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in the State of New York and earned Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology and Neuroscience from Syracuse University, where I also earned a Master of Social Work degree. As a licensed therapist focused on providing comprehensive mental health care, I have worked in a variety of settings including community mental health clinics, non-profit organizations, private practice, academic settings, and clinical research.

My experience enables me to work with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, anger, psychosis, stress, trauma, and relationship problems. I also specialize in cultural and intergenerational issues such as culture shock, identity crisis, sense of belonging, and intergenerational and family issues associated with cultural conflicts. My goal is to help you relieve pain and suffering, reconnect you with the environments and people around you. I am devoted to the mission of helping you utilize your full potential for achieving important goals, and ultimately creating a more joyful and meaningful life.

My practice centers on helping people live everyday more fully. Daily pressures to manage work, relationships, and ourselves often leave us feeling overwhelmed and frustrated. Some people express these feelings through anxiety or persistent self-critical thoughts. Others may feel discouraged, guilty, ashamed or sad. Many use substances, food, risky behavior or other distractions to momentarily feel better. Psychotherapy can help resolve these issues by creating a space to gain better coping strategies, enhance your focus of your place in the world, and develop greater resiliency.

I invite you to step into a sanctuary of affirmation, warmth, and practical guidance with me, Dr. Deb, a personable and highly experienced licensed psychotherapist and relationship coach. I am here to guide you through life’s ups & downs and get you unstuck and feeling better. I will help you find actionable solutions to the issues you struggle with – work, breaks-ups, mood, anxiety, stress, sadness, unhealthy patterns, pain, depression, relationships, life goals, substances, communication, and so much more. Together we will untangle life’s complexities and find a path to increased happiness and balance. (Really!)

My clinical experience includes a broad scope of presenting issues, including Anxiety and Mood Disorders, Depression, OCD Adjustment disorders, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. Additionally, I have worked in inpatient, outpatient, community-based, and healthcare settings providing therapy, counseling, crisis intervention, and case management services to at-risk individuals. I am bilingual (English and Spanish speaking).

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey to the true essence of you, and create the life you desire and deserve, I invite you to my practice. It is time to release all that does not serve you and replenish with all that optimizes your experience here and now. "Happiness is your Birthright.' My years of experience and training can guide you there. Please feel free to find me on http://www.therapyandbeyondcenter.com/appointments where you can book directly and write to me at mburra@therapyandbeyondcenter.com should you have any additional questions.

As a trauma therapist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I help humans increase their bodily awareness about who they are, why they do the things they do, and who they would like to become. Having trained in Sex Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, EMDR, Art therapy, and Inner Relationship Focusing, I integrate these approaches in the gestalt. I work with people who experience difficulty accessing, connecting with, and verbalizing their feelings, as well as those with low self-esteem within their relationships. All humans can reach out to me, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, Sex+, CNM, and Kink folks are welcomed with an open heart.

I deeply believe in every individual's potential to grow, change, and solve problems. Using several approaches to tailor therapy to each client, we work together to achieve more self-compassion, awareness, and understanding. This team effort is applied to best cultivate the most effective and efficient ways to reach all goals.

I will help you live an authentic and empowered life, provide a safe space to access and understand your emotions. Together with personal reflection and ongoing learning we will chart a new path. We will meet where you are in your life and find ways to where you want to go. Grounded in compassion and collaboration, our sessions are a joint journey towards your well-being.Through a holistic lens, I will guide you to discover peace, joy, and happiness in your daily life, offering a therapeutic experience that bridges ancient wisdom with modern techniques for a balanced and fulfilling existence.

Life can be challenging. And our friends/ family may try to help, yet their well intentions cannot provide the effective skills to help ward off suffering and regulate emotions. Whether therapy seems frightening or it's familiar to you, the clarity and tools gained in this process are worth it! Reach out & let us help you transform suffering into love. You'll experience improvement in your relationships and in your overall wellbeing! Please know that speaking with a stranger to work through intimate issues is a profound act of faith, courage and, hope.

I am a licensed sexologist specializing in sex &relationship therapy with SYNC Psychological Services. I work with couples/individuals on relationships, sex, and sexuality issues. Some focus areas include sexual trauma, infidelity & domestic violence recovery, feeling insecure in relationships/low self-esteem, sexual exploration (gender identity, Kink/BDSM, or polyamory/ethical non-monogamy), sexual performance issues (erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, low arousal, difficulty reaching orgasm), childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, & PTSD. I also have extensive experience working with individuals with ADHD & Autism.

One of my favorite quotes is from Leonard Cohen: "There is a crack in everything. That's how the light gets in." Our brokenness can cause us so much pain and turmoil, and yet it is that very brokenness or imperfection that can help us uncover our greatest potential. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to help you tap into that luminous potential in order to unlock more choices in your life and to further personal growth.

Whether your decision to find a therapist is related to recent or long-standing issues, greater self-awareness and behavioral change can reduce your distress and lead to a more satisfying life. Together, we will identify the goals of treatment and pathways to transform difficulties. Individuals contact me to address a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, self-judgment/shame, substance abuse, relationship problems, poor motivation, job stress, loss, identity issues, trauma, and life transitions. I work collaboratively with clients to identify and enhance inherent strengths, and develop new tools when indicated.

In my 25 years of experience, I’ve developed a unique and highly effective method that produces clear and noticeable changes within 1-3 sessions. You will know right away if my approach is working for you, because you’ll start to feel better, calmer, happier. I use techniques from a variety of sources including (but not limited to) energy psychology, gestalt therapy, and mindfulness meditation.

Do you want to create meaningful change in your life? Do you want to feel more alive? Would you like to feel increased confidence in your ability to meet whatever life brings you with courage and curiosity?