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Katherine Friedman
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003
I help clients to develop curiosity and compassion about their inner lives and desires, guiding them towards healing, pleasure, and joy. I approach therapy as a collaboration in which we get to know your inner world together. I help you to uncover the psychological, somatic, and sensory experiences that have shaped how you approach the world, providing opportunities for freedom, choice, and transformation. In both individual and couples therapy, I use mindfulness and embodiment to help you build awareness of your own wants, needs, emotions, and desires, creating a foundation for clear communication, intimacy, and understanding.
I help clients to develop curiosity and compassion about their inner lives and desires, guiding them towards healing, pleasure, and joy. I approach therapy as a collaboration in which we get to know your inner world together. I help you to uncover the psychological, somatic, and sensory experiences that have shaped how you approach the world, providing opportunities for freedom, choice, and transformation. In both individual and couples therapy, I use mindfulness and embodiment to help you build awareness of your own wants, needs, emotions, and desires, creating a foundation for clear communication, intimacy, and understanding.
(914) 810-9799 View (914) 810-9799
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Jeremy Antar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003
I am a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist practicing in midtown Manhattan. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and usually incorporate mindfulness training along with CBT. I tailor my approach to meet the specific and unique needs of each individual I work with and I work collaboratively with each individual to identify highly personalized goals for our work together. Along with these goals, I strive to facilitate personal growth with every person with whom I work.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist practicing in midtown Manhattan. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and usually incorporate mindfulness training along with CBT. I tailor my approach to meet the specific and unique needs of each individual I work with and I work collaboratively with each individual to identify highly personalized goals for our work together. Along with these goals, I strive to facilitate personal growth with every person with whom I work.
(917) 746-8483 View (917) 746-8483
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Rebecca Sachs
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
Waitlist for new clients
I bring warmth, sensitivity & a strong sense of humor as a clinical psychologist. With expertise in treating Autism OCD & Anxiety I have developed a specialized niche in working with individuals with these often co-occurring challenges. Using Cognitive Behavior Therapy, including Exposure and Response Prevention, and Mindfulness strategies I will help you develop an action plan to move forward reducing feelings of isolation and having a meaningful successful life. Often sought out to treat extreme symptoms I approach all patients with a goal-oriented style that teaches you and your family skills & techniques to help live the life you want.
I bring warmth, sensitivity & a strong sense of humor as a clinical psychologist. With expertise in treating Autism OCD & Anxiety I have developed a specialized niche in working with individuals with these often co-occurring challenges. Using Cognitive Behavior Therapy, including Exposure and Response Prevention, and Mindfulness strategies I will help you develop an action plan to move forward reducing feelings of isolation and having a meaningful successful life. Often sought out to treat extreme symptoms I approach all patients with a goal-oriented style that teaches you and your family skills & techniques to help live the life you want.
(347) 763-8658 View (347) 763-8658
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Anna Kuyumcuoglu
Art Therapist, MA, LCAT , ATR-BC, ACCEP, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005
Transform Your Life Through Therapy. For over 15 years, I've cultivated a safe, judgment-free sanctuary for clients to self-discover and heal. As an attuned, compassionate therapist, I gently guide you through your journey. My integrative approach draws from evidenced-based methodologies like CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, Trauma and Attachment Based Therapies, mindfulness practices, and somatic psychotherapy. By rewiring your story, you'll experience a profound transformation that extends far beyond the therapy room.
Transform Your Life Through Therapy. For over 15 years, I've cultivated a safe, judgment-free sanctuary for clients to self-discover and heal. As an attuned, compassionate therapist, I gently guide you through your journey. My integrative approach draws from evidenced-based methodologies like CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, Trauma and Attachment Based Therapies, mindfulness practices, and somatic psychotherapy. By rewiring your story, you'll experience a profound transformation that extends far beyond the therapy room.
(646) 860-0624 View (646) 860-0624
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Ariella Grosse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
With a background in and a strong commitment to evidence-based treatment, I blend skills-based work, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, and dialectical-behavioral therapy to create a customized treatment plan based on your goals to help you build the life and relationships you love and deserve.
Life is full of transitions that are tough to navigate when you're feeling anxious or uncertain about yourself. I specialize in working with young adults and professionals to face their unique life challenges with confidence. While you may lack control over many of your circumstances, issues, and daily stressors, together, we will equip you with the skills you need to manage them. No problem or concern is too insignificant — I’m ready to meet you where you are with acceptance and empathy.
With a background in and a strong commitment to evidence-based treatment, I blend skills-based work, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, and dialectical-behavioral therapy to create a customized treatment plan based on your goals to help you build the life and relationships you love and deserve.
Life is full of transitions that are tough to navigate when you're feeling anxious or uncertain about yourself. I specialize in working with young adults and professionals to face their unique life challenges with confidence. While you may lack control over many of your circumstances, issues, and daily stressors, together, we will equip you with the skills you need to manage them. No problem or concern is too insignificant — I’m ready to meet you where you are with acceptance and empathy.
(646) 759-1233 View (646) 759-1233
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Sara Meltzer
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10012  (Online Only)
Ipseity, that is, the discovery of authentic selfhood and individuality, is the unique goal that illuminates each of my therapeutic relationships. My style is integrative, holistic and deeply collaborative. Moving within a Psychodynamic approach, I utilize Existential, Humanistic, Narrative, Cognitive Behavioral, Relational and Mindfulness techniques to support my clients as they journey towards a life of personal empowerment. Specifically, my clients and I establish an environment of mutual trust, set obtainable goals, and gradually restructure old patterns by shifting awareness into more rewarding modes of being.
Ipseity, that is, the discovery of authentic selfhood and individuality, is the unique goal that illuminates each of my therapeutic relationships. My style is integrative, holistic and deeply collaborative. Moving within a Psychodynamic approach, I utilize Existential, Humanistic, Narrative, Cognitive Behavioral, Relational and Mindfulness techniques to support my clients as they journey towards a life of personal empowerment. Specifically, my clients and I establish an environment of mutual trust, set obtainable goals, and gradually restructure old patterns by shifting awareness into more rewarding modes of being.
(347) 708-8270 View (347) 708-8270
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Andres Hoyos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10031  (Online Only)
Life’s journey features many complex and dynamic processes. How we come to learn about ourselves and understand life around us is key in how we experience it. It is my belief that self-care with the purpose of healing and self discovery can radically improve our experience navigating everyday life and have powerful impacts in the world around us. Informed by principles of social justice and anti-oppression, I offer a space to work with you as an individual in context of communities that you are a part of and are important to you. My practice integrates psychodynamic, cognitive and mindfulness techniques.
Life’s journey features many complex and dynamic processes. How we come to learn about ourselves and understand life around us is key in how we experience it. It is my belief that self-care with the purpose of healing and self discovery can radically improve our experience navigating everyday life and have powerful impacts in the world around us. Informed by principles of social justice and anti-oppression, I offer a space to work with you as an individual in context of communities that you are a part of and are important to you. My practice integrates psychodynamic, cognitive and mindfulness techniques.
(929) 470-3106 View (929) 470-3106
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Zoë Bryan
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023  (Online Only)
My approach is integrative, utilizing aspects of interpersonal process and CBT, along with mindfulness and acceptance based interventions.
In my role as counselor, I’m guided by a desire to deeply understand who you are, how you see yourself and your place in the world, and the changes you want to make to lead a more fulfilling life. People are only able to reach a space of true healing and growth when they feel a deep-seated sense of safety. I work hard to create this by making space for intersecting identities and intentionally challenging thoughts and feelings that have historically caused clients to feel ashamed. No one should have to suffer alone. The therapy process can be an onerous and vulnerable one; it can also be transformative and joyful.
My approach is integrative, utilizing aspects of interpersonal process and CBT, along with mindfulness and acceptance based interventions.
In my role as counselor, I’m guided by a desire to deeply understand who you are, how you see yourself and your place in the world, and the changes you want to make to lead a more fulfilling life. People are only able to reach a space of true healing and growth when they feel a deep-seated sense of safety. I work hard to create this by making space for intersecting identities and intentionally challenging thoughts and feelings that have historically caused clients to feel ashamed. No one should have to suffer alone. The therapy process can be an onerous and vulnerable one; it can also be transformative and joyful.
(781) 650-7389 View (781) 650-7389
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Joel Dresnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
I incorporate skills and strategies from DBT, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and mindfulness-based therapies.
I believe therapy should be active, challenging, engaging, and at times even fun. I will create a non-judgmental, compassionate, and collaborative therapy environment and take a hands-on approach. I specialize in anxiety, depression, panic, and OCD and am committed to providing culturally responsive and neurodivergent-affirming care to individuals of all ages and their families. I have received intensive DBT training and often incorporate this into my work. Using a solutions-oriented approach to therapy, we will work together to come up with a therapy plan that meets your unique needs and helps you best express your authentic self.
I incorporate skills and strategies from DBT, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and mindfulness-based therapies.
I believe therapy should be active, challenging, engaging, and at times even fun. I will create a non-judgmental, compassionate, and collaborative therapy environment and take a hands-on approach. I specialize in anxiety, depression, panic, and OCD and am committed to providing culturally responsive and neurodivergent-affirming care to individuals of all ages and their families. I have received intensive DBT training and often incorporate this into my work. Using a solutions-oriented approach to therapy, we will work together to come up with a therapy plan that meets your unique needs and helps you best express your authentic self.
(646) 904-4968 View (646) 904-4968
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Elaine Yudkovitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Someday I'd like to write about "Living Fully and Meaningfully When Times Are Hard". Meanwhile, I am committed to providing a therapeutic relationship that helps people find resilience in themselves to do that. Times are hard for many reasons: relational, financial, vocational, or physiology that stops us: anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder or ADD. I treat adults, couples, adolescents, and children with a soft spot in my heart, and clinical expertise, for young children and parents with attachment, relational, communication, regulatory, separation and self esteem issues. Things can change. Through work that uses relational talk therapy, mindfulness, problem solving and trauma based strategies.
Someday I'd like to write about "Living Fully and Meaningfully When Times Are Hard". Meanwhile, I am committed to providing a therapeutic relationship that helps people find resilience in themselves to do that. Times are hard for many reasons: relational, financial, vocational, or physiology that stops us: anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder or ADD. I treat adults, couples, adolescents, and children with a soft spot in my heart, and clinical expertise, for young children and parents with attachment, relational, communication, regulatory, separation and self esteem issues. Things can change. Through work that uses relational talk therapy, mindfulness, problem solving and trauma based strategies.
(646) 798-5490 View (646) 798-5490
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Pamela Sloane
Counselor, LMHC, LCC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10039  (Online Only)
Pamela’s focus is on helping clients improve their self-esteem and self-efficacy by overcoming the negative self-talk that can lead to feelings of frustration and low self-worth. Her style balances warmth and empathy with an active and direct approach, using humor and creativity to engage her clients in strength-based, collaborative interventions. Her method is eclectic, drawing mainly from REBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy. Pamela believes the best way for a person to explore complicated feelings is in a safe space, free from judgment.
Pamela’s focus is on helping clients improve their self-esteem and self-efficacy by overcoming the negative self-talk that can lead to feelings of frustration and low self-worth. Her style balances warmth and empathy with an active and direct approach, using humor and creativity to engage her clients in strength-based, collaborative interventions. Her method is eclectic, drawing mainly from REBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy. Pamela believes the best way for a person to explore complicated feelings is in a safe space, free from judgment.
(646) 535-7045 View (646) 535-7045
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Emily Nicholas Curnutte
Pre-Licensed Professional, LCAT-LP, MT-BC, MS
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10036  (Online Only)
I am a creative arts psychotherapist who utilizes your own creative strengths with a combination of psychotherapy, mindfulness, and IFS (internal family systems).
I specialize in treating highly sensitive people, performers with artistic wounds, trauma, and those suffering from anxiety/depression.Sessions are tailored to fit your specific needs and goals. Whether through talk therapy or creative arts therapy, I provide an environment using your strengths and unique abilities as a modality for your own healing so that your growth can continue well beyond our sessions. I have specialized training in IFS, mindfulness, PTSD, and trauma informed care. I approach health holistically, knowing that artists in particular need to integrate their art with their mental health in order to grow and heal.
I am a creative arts psychotherapist who utilizes your own creative strengths with a combination of psychotherapy, mindfulness, and IFS (internal family systems).
I specialize in treating highly sensitive people, performers with artistic wounds, trauma, and those suffering from anxiety/depression.Sessions are tailored to fit your specific needs and goals. Whether through talk therapy or creative arts therapy, I provide an environment using your strengths and unique abilities as a modality for your own healing so that your growth can continue well beyond our sessions. I have specialized training in IFS, mindfulness, PTSD, and trauma informed care. I approach health holistically, knowing that artists in particular need to integrate their art with their mental health in order to grow and heal.
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Arianna Brandolini d'Adda
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
Some examples of techniques I use are Exposure and Response Prevention, and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction.
Through my warm and collaborative style, I aim to encourage and empower individuals to overcome current obstacles and see their life goals realized. My main areas of expertise are treating OCD, anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders using cognitive behavioral therapy and other research-supported techniques. I also see people for a variety of other issues, including adjustment to difficult life events, life transitions, challenging family dynamics, and relationship problems. My main goal is to create a safe, supportive space where I can provide practical and effective treatment that is tailored to your specific needs.
Some examples of techniques I use are Exposure and Response Prevention, and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction.
Through my warm and collaborative style, I aim to encourage and empower individuals to overcome current obstacles and see their life goals realized. My main areas of expertise are treating OCD, anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders using cognitive behavioral therapy and other research-supported techniques. I also see people for a variety of other issues, including adjustment to difficult life events, life transitions, challenging family dynamics, and relationship problems. My main goal is to create a safe, supportive space where I can provide practical and effective treatment that is tailored to your specific needs.
(917) 809-6674 View (917) 809-6674
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Colin Cranna
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10128
As a professional clinician I’ve assisted clients discover and meet their identified goals/objectives by applying cognitive behavioral methods and techniques, mindfulness based tools & client-centered interventions.
I'm a licensed mental health counselor from NY. I work with adults and adolescents, providing care for clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, difficulty managing life transitions and men's issues. Many gentlemen I've had the pleasure of working with have been able to get in touch with their emotions, learn to communicate their wants/needs and overcome the stigma that has prevented so many men from seeking the mental health care they deserve. My goals for clients include reducing suffering, alleviating symptoms, improve well-being, promote personal growth, resilience and to facilitate empowerment!
As a professional clinician I’ve assisted clients discover and meet their identified goals/objectives by applying cognitive behavioral methods and techniques, mindfulness based tools & client-centered interventions.
I'm a licensed mental health counselor from NY. I work with adults and adolescents, providing care for clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, difficulty managing life transitions and men's issues. Many gentlemen I've had the pleasure of working with have been able to get in touch with their emotions, learn to communicate their wants/needs and overcome the stigma that has prevented so many men from seeking the mental health care they deserve. My goals for clients include reducing suffering, alleviating symptoms, improve well-being, promote personal growth, resilience and to facilitate empowerment!
(516) 928-4810 View (516) 928-4810
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Agnes Selinger
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10007
With the development of third wave therapies, I have naturally gravitated towards other evidence based therapies such as mindfulness based CBT and ACT.
Thank you visiting my page. Anxiety can have a paralyzing effect making it difficult to make choices or to live your life to the fullest. The constant doubt can be exhausting and confusing. While depression can convince us that we can't and that our future is hopeless. These feelings can lead us to get stuck in unhelpful patterns that are hard to stop. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to identify strategies you can use to break out of these self-defeating patterns so that you can live a more fulfilled life.
With the development of third wave therapies, I have naturally gravitated towards other evidence based therapies such as mindfulness based CBT and ACT.
Thank you visiting my page. Anxiety can have a paralyzing effect making it difficult to make choices or to live your life to the fullest. The constant doubt can be exhausting and confusing. While depression can convince us that we can't and that our future is hopeless. These feelings can lead us to get stuck in unhelpful patterns that are hard to stop. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to identify strategies you can use to break out of these self-defeating patterns so that you can live a more fulfilled life.
(646) 768-0982 View (646) 768-0982
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Vanina Lerman-Waters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Psych
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I practice with a direct and compassionate focus on therapy; providing a safe, welcoming environment that allows for intimate therapeutic communication where trust and confidence come easily and naturally. Having been trained in psychoanalysis, I also incorporate CBT, ACT, narrative therapy and mindfulness to my practice. I am certified in EMDR and DBT as well as CSTIP (Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional).
I practice with a direct and compassionate focus on therapy; providing a safe, welcoming environment that allows for intimate therapeutic communication where trust and confidence come easily and naturally. Having been trained in psychoanalysis, I also incorporate CBT, ACT, narrative therapy and mindfulness to my practice. I am certified in EMDR and DBT as well as CSTIP (Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional).
(561) 810-0281 View (561) 810-0281
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Frances Aquino
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, BCD, LMFT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10035  (Online Only)
The soil is rich with my expertise in direct process questions, family systems, insight, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral skills and dedication to helping people help themselves.
Do you or a family member feel that life is so difficult and everything you try appears to be falling apart at the seam. Disappointment, hurt, grief and anger can morph into complicated unwanted behavior if left unresolved. Depression, anxiety, panic attacks, eating and sleep disorders can arise when life circumstances are overwhelmingly stressful. Over the years the feedback that I have received from clients is: that I am warm, caring, understanding, easy to talk to; willing to help you tell your story by asking the questions that bring out your inner voice and easily reached by phone or text.
The soil is rich with my expertise in direct process questions, family systems, insight, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral skills and dedication to helping people help themselves.
Do you or a family member feel that life is so difficult and everything you try appears to be falling apart at the seam. Disappointment, hurt, grief and anger can morph into complicated unwanted behavior if left unresolved. Depression, anxiety, panic attacks, eating and sleep disorders can arise when life circumstances are overwhelmingly stressful. Over the years the feedback that I have received from clients is: that I am warm, caring, understanding, easy to talk to; willing to help you tell your story by asking the questions that bring out your inner voice and easily reached by phone or text.
(347) 334-5170 View (347) 334-5170
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Yoon Im Kane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP, CIFSP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
Yoon Im Kane is a psychotherapist, author, keynote speaker and the founder and CEO of Mindful Psychotherapy Services, a Manhattan-based Psychotherapy Company with offices in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Trained at Yale University, Yoon has been providing treatment as a psychotherapist for more than two decades. She is also the founder of a Maui-based tech company, mndlink, inc., a remote therapy platform that securely connects therapist with patients. Yoon is the author of Mindfulness Workbook for Depression: Effective Mindfulness Strategies to Cultivate Positivity from the Inside Out.
Yoon Im Kane is a psychotherapist, author, keynote speaker and the founder and CEO of Mindful Psychotherapy Services, a Manhattan-based Psychotherapy Company with offices in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Trained at Yale University, Yoon has been providing treatment as a psychotherapist for more than two decades. She is also the founder of a Maui-based tech company, mndlink, inc., a remote therapy platform that securely connects therapist with patients. Yoon is the author of Mindfulness Workbook for Depression: Effective Mindfulness Strategies to Cultivate Positivity from the Inside Out.
(646) 583-3126 View (646) 583-3126
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Peter Vietze
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10002
I rely heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and I utilize mindfulness techniques as well.
I began practicing in Maryland in 1978. I resumed practicing in New York in 2004 and added an office in New Jersey in 2013. My practice covers a broad age range from 2-90. I am most comfortable treating adults with a variety of mental health issues. I also see couples and do family therapy. In addition, I have done play therapy with children. I am also comfortable conducting psychological evaluations of children ranging in age from a year to 21 years. I am an expert in developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorders.
I rely heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and I utilize mindfulness techniques as well.
I began practicing in Maryland in 1978. I resumed practicing in New York in 2004 and added an office in New Jersey in 2013. My practice covers a broad age range from 2-90. I am most comfortable treating adults with a variety of mental health issues. I also see couples and do family therapy. In addition, I have done play therapy with children. I am also comfortable conducting psychological evaluations of children ranging in age from a year to 21 years. I am an expert in developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorders.
(347) 673-0206 View (347) 673-0206
Photo of Suzanne Schuster, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New York, NY
Suzanne Schuster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
This intensive training gives me a unique understanding to facilitate exploration, mindfulness techniques, emotional regulation skills and overall improvement.
Have you wondered if would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to answer any questions you may have. I can help you explore your feelings, provide meaning to your experience, and developing your full potential. I can help become your own therapist by increasing your awareness, learning techniques, and coping strategies to deal with life's challenges. I work well with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, and body image issues. Clients frequently report improved well-being early on in therapy.
This intensive training gives me a unique understanding to facilitate exploration, mindfulness techniques, emotional regulation skills and overall improvement.
Have you wondered if would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to answer any questions you may have. I can help you explore your feelings, provide meaning to your experience, and developing your full potential. I can help become your own therapist by increasing your awareness, learning techniques, and coping strategies to deal with life's challenges. I work well with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, and body image issues. Clients frequently report improved well-being early on in therapy.
(347) 342-1241 View (347) 342-1241

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists

How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.

When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.

Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.