Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Tudor City, New York, NY

I am a passionate and dedicated psychotherapist whose approach to therapy is eclectic, drawing from psychodynamic, CBT, solution-focused and mindfulness-based approaches. My style is warm, empathic, encouraging and always tailored to meet your individual needs. I firmly believe in everyone’s unique differences and motivate individuals to build upon their existing strengths, so that they can move forward towards healing and growth. Therapy is a powerful space, where you can examine and work through life stressors and deeply rooted patterns to create more fulfilling and meaningful life experiences.

Welcome to my practice. I believe that reaching out for help is a brave first step in the process of improving your life. I have been working with adults, adolescents and children for over 20 years Some of the the problems I treat are difficulties with mood regulation, anxiety, depression, reproductive issues, loss, relationship issues, school difficulties, sibling issues and parent-child struggles. I've seen that patterns of painful living can be greatly improved when we achieve a more balanced life.

Greetings! Welcome to my page. If you are here it means that you are on the path to being the best version of you.Do you have difficulty with relationships/communication skills? Do you feel misunderstood by others? Is it difficult to relax even when you are exhausted? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, confused, or just unsure of yourself at times? Do you experience negative thoughts (or actions) that you find difficult expressing to others? Flashbacks of difficult memories? I am here to travel a path to wellness with you. Here you will find a safe, confidential, non-judgemental place to unpack.

My clients know that something in their lives needs to change. I work collaboratively to help clients clarify their own therapeutic and life goals, and we quickly get to work pursuing them. My clients and I are deeply invested in reducing their emotional distress and to improving their quality of life. I work with adults using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based therapies for a range of problems, including depression, generalized anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic, social anxiety, phobias, insomnia, and trichotillomania. Many also come to me with relationship and other life issues.

Benjamin’s practice draws on Person-Centered and Psychodynamic approaches, while utilizing a number of other methods, based on the clients’ needs. These include REBT/CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-based skills, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). With these eclectic tools, he aims to create an environment where clients feel safe, accepted, and heard. ​ ​

Through my easygoing and collaborative style I strive to provide an open, comfortable environment where I can help you identify problem areas, find manageable coping strategies, resolve issues from the past that impact present functioning, and pinpoint effective, sustainable solutions to deal with life's daily challenges. I have a strong background in helping clients successfully work through family of origin issues, relationship issues, life-stage transitions, depression, anxiety, and career struggles to name a few. My therapeutic style integrates psychodynamic, cognitive, mindfulness oriented techniques and EMDR.

As an integrative psychotherapist with many years of experience, I help people gain a deeper understanding of their internal struggles & create meaningful changes. I work on a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, dating & relationship difficulties, codependency, and self-esteem issues. I also work with couples to change hurtful & destructive patterns in the relationship and create a stronger, more meaningful connection. Some of the therapeutic approaches I practice are Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Psychodynamic, and Mindfulness practices.

Are you seeking to enhance your happiness or prosperity? Do you find that your rational thoughts conflict with your emotional responses? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, or struggling in your relationships? Is OCD creating obstacles? Are you facing issues with alcohol? I provide a gentle method for uncovering your genuine and empowered self. Rather than seeking a cure, life can be managed, explored and comprehended. We can learn to listen, be effective and meet our needs. Leadership and transformation require intention and attention. It may be time to explore your emotional well-being, and take charge of your life.

Your happiness and personal growth are the core of our sessions. Together we will work to confidently apply techniques to set and achieve your personal goals, relationship goals, and pursuits. Whether you feel stuck in current or past relationships, desire to live a life filled with integrity, or need guidance in making decisions, I apply a professional and personable approach to care. As a New York native, I have more than 13 years of psychotherapy counseling experience and apply mindfulness, brief dynamic therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy to our sessions.

As your therapist, I will help you know yourself in a deeper way. In doing so, you will be better equipped to enact changes in your life that will lead to greater happiness and a sense of well-being. We cannot erase negative past experiences. We can, however, work together to help you to better understand and to respond to these experiences in more constructive ways. Using a variety of therapeutic approaches, I will help you to become more aware of your long standing, negative behavioral patterns which are getting in your way of resolving challenges and of establishing and meeting your goals in life.

Are you struggling with relationship issues, loss of a loved one, or challenges with family members? Are you or your loved ones struggling with addiction? Together, we can explore your current behaviors and beliefs and begin to unpack how your experiences from the past may be impeding your ability to live peacefully and purposefully in the present. I will help you relieve your distress, strengthen your inner resources and sense of self, and develop more authentic ways of communicating in order to enrich the relationships in your life (including the one with yourself).

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New York City. I work primarily with individuals and couples, and believe to live a fuller life, you must strengthen yourself, and the relationships that are in it. Mindful MFT, PLLC was founded to help clients with that process. My mission is to help you fulfill your therapeutic goals by helping you strengthen your emotional well being, improve your interpersonal relationships, gain insight and understanding around your triggers and reactions, while gaining the necessary tools to be in control of your life and the role you play in your meaningful relationships.

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.

The primary goal of psychotherapy is to allow you to come closer to the person you'd like to be. This means exploring and discovering your values and aligning your life more closely with those values. I have been practicing for ten years, helping people with a wide variety of struggles, find relief and grow to be the people they want to be. Using techniques that help you to understand and change problematic life patterns, I emphasize finding your strengths and allowing those to be the foundation of your growth.

Providing CBT & DBT via teletherapy. Perception is everything. How we perceive something will directly impact our emotional and behavioral responses. Learning to understand the process of perception will offer ongoing opportunities for an individual to enact change in his or her life. I offer specialized treatment for college students and young professionals during their transition into college or the workforce. In my practice I draw from my intensive training in both CBT and DBT to teach these fundamental coping skills to clients. Clients have the option to attend treatment in my office or via videoconferencing.

Are you looking for a therapist who can help you feel more authentic and connected in your life? I have over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults helping manage emotions, improve relationships, and overcome traumas. My role is to help you discover your inner wisdom, strengths, and resilience through a collaborative and compassionate style that emphasizes safety, curiosity, and empowerment. Together, we will explore your emotions and patterns of behavior in a non-judgmental and supportive space.

In therapy I provide an environment that will allow you to express yourself freely and openly. I am genuine and supportive, but can be direct and challenge you to adapt your thinking when necessary. I strive for my clients to feel more focused, emotionally regulated, and confident. I work with adults who are suffering from anxiety including OCD and panic, as well as depression, grief, and relationship issues.

Jasmine believes the therapeutic process is a unique, powerful, active, collaborative, and professional relationship that has the potential for individuals to feel a sense of safety, non judgment, validation, empowerment, self-awareness, and self-acceptance. She has a passion for the arts and social justice and utilizes an eclectic and creative approach of CBT, Mindfulness-based, Multicultural, & Feminist therapy that can help foster change, awareness, and growth.

Are you feeling anxious, depressed and overwhelmed? I am a certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating these difficult feelings. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. My main objective with any client is to make them feel comfortable, and allow the therapy space to feel safe and honest. From there we can explore what treatment modality works best for you. Each client is different, and mindfulness, CBT, anxiety reducing techniques, trauma related approaches, and play therapy are all techniques I have used with various clients.