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Amber Schlitter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
I utilize FBT, CBT-E, DBT, CBT, ACT, Attachment based therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness based therapies.
Are you looking for freedom from the ties that food, weight, body image and diet culture have on you? Eating disorders can be isolating and lonely, but they don't need to control your life any more. Recovery is hard, but it doesn’t have to be done alone. I help clients to build a life worth living, that feels meaningful, and help them to reclaim their voice in the world, free from the reign of food, anxiety and/or depression. My goal is to create a therapeutic relationship that is a trusting and collaborative alliance to support you in becoming the person you want to be, by working through the things that hold you back.
I utilize FBT, CBT-E, DBT, CBT, ACT, Attachment based therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness based therapies.
Are you looking for freedom from the ties that food, weight, body image and diet culture have on you? Eating disorders can be isolating and lonely, but they don't need to control your life any more. Recovery is hard, but it doesn’t have to be done alone. I help clients to build a life worth living, that feels meaningful, and help them to reclaim their voice in the world, free from the reign of food, anxiety and/or depression. My goal is to create a therapeutic relationship that is a trusting and collaborative alliance to support you in becoming the person you want to be, by working through the things that hold you back.
(916) 546-4429 View (916) 546-4429
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Annette Bonet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Life often presents us with challenges that invoke hopelessness, confusion, and uncertainty; I have worked with adolescents and adults, treating substance abuse, adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, anger management, and relationship issues for 23 years. My passion for my work as a therapist is rooted in a belief that we are worthy of healing to build a new chapter in our life and start the new transformation process.
Life often presents us with challenges that invoke hopelessness, confusion, and uncertainty; I have worked with adolescents and adults, treating substance abuse, adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, anger management, and relationship issues for 23 years. My passion for my work as a therapist is rooted in a belief that we are worthy of healing to build a new chapter in our life and start the new transformation process.
(646) 846-9201 View (646) 846-9201
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Christopher M. Shea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC, CSAT, CPTT, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
I provide empathy, insight, and a seasoned approach in treating addiction, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, and personality challenges. I assist individuals seeking freedom from out-of-control behaviors including substance abuse, sexual compulsivity, and other habituated difficulties. I'm credentialed to treat partners and couples affected by sexual betrayal as well as those experiencing negative relationship dynamics in general. My scope of practice also includes treating LGBTQ issues. Being a guide through adversity and loss, be it sudden or cumulative, is a primary objective in my collaborative approach with all my clients.
I provide empathy, insight, and a seasoned approach in treating addiction, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, and personality challenges. I assist individuals seeking freedom from out-of-control behaviors including substance abuse, sexual compulsivity, and other habituated difficulties. I'm credentialed to treat partners and couples affected by sexual betrayal as well as those experiencing negative relationship dynamics in general. My scope of practice also includes treating LGBTQ issues. Being a guide through adversity and loss, be it sudden or cumulative, is a primary objective in my collaborative approach with all my clients.
(917) 979-5596 View (917) 979-5596
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Jernee Montoya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC, CCTP II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
You have taken a courageous step in seeking therapy. It is not always easy to talk about how you feel, what you've been through or what you want. Some experiences are beyond words. I see my clients as individuals who have the brilliant capacity to heal and connect with their innate self-worth. I create a warm and comfortable space where you will feel seen and heard. My approach has a foundation in psychodynamic & trauma theory, and looks at how one's personal experiences, identities and intergenerational context impact one's here and now; it also fosters the learning of strategies to feel relief and promote healing.
You have taken a courageous step in seeking therapy. It is not always easy to talk about how you feel, what you've been through or what you want. Some experiences are beyond words. I see my clients as individuals who have the brilliant capacity to heal and connect with their innate self-worth. I create a warm and comfortable space where you will feel seen and heard. My approach has a foundation in psychodynamic & trauma theory, and looks at how one's personal experiences, identities and intergenerational context impact one's here and now; it also fosters the learning of strategies to feel relief and promote healing.
(929) 590-9851 View (929) 590-9851
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Stella Inyoung Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling a little lost and frustrated trying to find “the right therapist" for you? Have you ever wished to completely be yourself in front of someone without worrying about being judged? Do you want to feel seen, heard, and understood by someone? I am here to help. I am ready to listen to your deep stories that you couldn't share with anyone and to better understand you with compassion, curiosity, and an open mind. As an immigrant with diverse educational, religious, and family backgrounds growing up in multiple countries, I understand how difficult it can be to navigate various cultures, institutions, and systems.
Are you feeling a little lost and frustrated trying to find “the right therapist" for you? Have you ever wished to completely be yourself in front of someone without worrying about being judged? Do you want to feel seen, heard, and understood by someone? I am here to help. I am ready to listen to your deep stories that you couldn't share with anyone and to better understand you with compassion, curiosity, and an open mind. As an immigrant with diverse educational, religious, and family backgrounds growing up in multiple countries, I understand how difficult it can be to navigate various cultures, institutions, and systems.
(718) 957-8612 View (718) 957-8612
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Katy Kam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
You're not good enough. This annoying, familiar voice keeps showing up. It's just one of the ways trauma has left a mark. Your anxiety often turns into irritability and you end up snapping at people which makes you angry at yourself. Now you'll be losing sleep overanalyzing this at night. The next day, you wake up tired and grumpy. When someone asks how you are, you fake a smile and answer "good." It's not like you can say "I was up most of the night replaying an unpleasant social interaction over and over in my head, again." It's exhausting fighting your own thoughts and feelings.
You're not good enough. This annoying, familiar voice keeps showing up. It's just one of the ways trauma has left a mark. Your anxiety often turns into irritability and you end up snapping at people which makes you angry at yourself. Now you'll be losing sleep overanalyzing this at night. The next day, you wake up tired and grumpy. When someone asks how you are, you fake a smile and answer "good." It's not like you can say "I was up most of the night replaying an unpleasant social interaction over and over in my head, again." It's exhausting fighting your own thoughts and feelings.
(929) 442-2539 View (929) 442-2539
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Ryan Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed or lost? Maybe you feel unfulfilled in your relationships, career, or other key areas of your life. If you are ready to explore these parts of yourself and interrupt patterns that are no longer serving you, then it may be time to engage in psychotherapy. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process which allows us to look at the areas that are causing distress, and identify ways to adjust your thoughts and behaviors to create positive change. I provide therapy in a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself openly and authentically.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed or lost? Maybe you feel unfulfilled in your relationships, career, or other key areas of your life. If you are ready to explore these parts of yourself and interrupt patterns that are no longer serving you, then it may be time to engage in psychotherapy. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process which allows us to look at the areas that are causing distress, and identify ways to adjust your thoughts and behaviors to create positive change. I provide therapy in a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself openly and authentically.
(347) 970-2586 View (347) 970-2586
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Shayna Lebovic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CFLE, LCSW, LMSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
My specialty for the past 10+ years has focused on children, adolescents, and young adults. Whether you are dealing with a trauma, having intense feelings of anxiety or sadness, struggling with self-esteem, having challenges with adjustment, difficulties in school, or conflict in relationships, together we will explore the thoughts and feelings that feel overwhelming and work towards personal growth and empowerment.
My specialty for the past 10+ years has focused on children, adolescents, and young adults. Whether you are dealing with a trauma, having intense feelings of anxiety or sadness, struggling with self-esteem, having challenges with adjustment, difficulties in school, or conflict in relationships, together we will explore the thoughts and feelings that feel overwhelming and work towards personal growth and empowerment.
(332) 239-7755 View (332) 239-7755
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Stephen Mcfadden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
My commitment is to help you feel better and learn ways to change problematic patterns within the first few sessions. I combine different methods (talk therapy, hypnosis, EMDR and Somatic Experiencing) to help people make positive changes in their lives. I have 30+ years experience, with specialization in relationship problems, sexuality issues, and recovery from childhood and adult trauma. My approach is highly interactive. Sessions involve feedback and teaching of methods and skills to help you get your life back on track.
My commitment is to help you feel better and learn ways to change problematic patterns within the first few sessions. I combine different methods (talk therapy, hypnosis, EMDR and Somatic Experiencing) to help people make positive changes in their lives. I have 30+ years experience, with specialization in relationship problems, sexuality issues, and recovery from childhood and adult trauma. My approach is highly interactive. Sessions involve feedback and teaching of methods and skills to help you get your life back on track.
(646) 699-3926 View (646) 699-3926
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Focused2Live Health, Wellness and Counseling
Counselor, LMHC, MA, EMDR, Biofeed, Neuro
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
You may have said: What direction am I headed? Am I happy? Am I the best version of Me? Did I loose track of my goals? Am I feeling confused and lost? Looking at, the old saying of: “when life gives you lemons make lemonade,” is all good in theory, but how about if you don’t know how to make lemonade or even worse, you don’t even like lemonade. Sometimes on this journey called life, we don’t know which road to follow or cannot even see the road ahead. Help me, help you, in facing the obstacles of life that appear overwhelming or difficult. You do not have to face them alone, allow me to be present and offer you valuable life tools
You may have said: What direction am I headed? Am I happy? Am I the best version of Me? Did I loose track of my goals? Am I feeling confused and lost? Looking at, the old saying of: “when life gives you lemons make lemonade,” is all good in theory, but how about if you don’t know how to make lemonade or even worse, you don’t even like lemonade. Sometimes on this journey called life, we don’t know which road to follow or cannot even see the road ahead. Help me, help you, in facing the obstacles of life that appear overwhelming or difficult. You do not have to face them alone, allow me to be present and offer you valuable life tools
(347) 408-2429 View (347) 408-2429
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Diana Gil Velez
Art Therapist, MS, LCAT, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Hi! I love to work with clients who want their authentic selves to flourish! If depression, anxiety, or trauma (including racial trauma) are holding you back from thriving, I want to work with you. I provide my clients with a safe and objective space to deeply explore themselves, heal from past wounds, and build resilience. You don't have to struggle alone, we can work together to help you live your optimal life.
Hi! I love to work with clients who want their authentic selves to flourish! If depression, anxiety, or trauma (including racial trauma) are holding you back from thriving, I want to work with you. I provide my clients with a safe and objective space to deeply explore themselves, heal from past wounds, and build resilience. You don't have to struggle alone, we can work together to help you live your optimal life.
(347) 482-2961 View (347) 482-2961
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Fengtao Huang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, it's great to meet you! Are you feeling overwhelmed or anxious about transitioning to parenthood? Do you have chronic stress, sadness, anger, or fear related to parenting and relationship challenges? Is your child having social, behavioral, and emotional difficulties? Being a parent can be the most amazing yet challenging experience. I am here to support you through the process. I recognize clients are the experts that they are, and I hope to make you feel heard, supported, and empowered during our collaborations.
Hello, it's great to meet you! Are you feeling overwhelmed or anxious about transitioning to parenthood? Do you have chronic stress, sadness, anger, or fear related to parenting and relationship challenges? Is your child having social, behavioral, and emotional difficulties? Being a parent can be the most amazing yet challenging experience. I am here to support you through the process. I recognize clients are the experts that they are, and I hope to make you feel heard, supported, and empowered during our collaborations.
(646) 663-5597 View (646) 663-5597
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Erika Updegrove
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd, BCBA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
You can feel confident that whatever your issue is, we can talk about it and together we can figure out an approach to alleviate your suffering. Sometimes we need guidance while at other times we need someone to listen and hold space for us. It is possible that you are looking for a fresh take on your circumstances or have tried "everything" out there and are ready to give up. Do not be discouraged. We can figure out a way for you to heal.
You can feel confident that whatever your issue is, we can talk about it and together we can figure out an approach to alleviate your suffering. Sometimes we need guidance while at other times we need someone to listen and hold space for us. It is possible that you are looking for a fresh take on your circumstances or have tried "everything" out there and are ready to give up. Do not be discouraged. We can figure out a way for you to heal.
(917) 905-6596 View (917) 905-6596
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Alan S. Vanell
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Sometimes in life, we face various problems or setbacks that impede our identity, self-esteem, relationships, and/or aspirations. Through therapy, we can safely and quickly develop ways to achieve your life goals and improve life satisfaction. I work dynamically and collaboratively to explore your inner thoughts and feelings to bring positive changes and meaning to your present life. In conjunction, I utilize specific ways to help you build your inner resources/skills to cope with daily life stressors, relationship problems, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other concerns.
Sometimes in life, we face various problems or setbacks that impede our identity, self-esteem, relationships, and/or aspirations. Through therapy, we can safely and quickly develop ways to achieve your life goals and improve life satisfaction. I work dynamically and collaboratively to explore your inner thoughts and feelings to bring positive changes and meaning to your present life. In conjunction, I utilize specific ways to help you build your inner resources/skills to cope with daily life stressors, relationship problems, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other concerns.
(917) 746-4157 View (917) 746-4157
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At Home Psychedelic Therapy (Instant Insurance Verification)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MD, PhD, LCSW, PDOC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Feya Health is a woman-owned, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy group practice, featured on MTV. Our Integrative approach helps clients address their self-destructive patterns by getting to the core and root of their issues. The result is a drastic reduction in the initial presenting symptoms over a short period of time. We offer a comprehensive, integrative & customizable approach to the Ketamine & Oxytocin Therapy Process and specialize in EMDR, PTSD, CPTSD, human optimization and Pharmaceutical Medication withdrawal.
Feya Health is a woman-owned, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy group practice, featured on MTV. Our Integrative approach helps clients address their self-destructive patterns by getting to the core and root of their issues. The result is a drastic reduction in the initial presenting symptoms over a short period of time. We offer a comprehensive, integrative & customizable approach to the Ketamine & Oxytocin Therapy Process and specialize in EMDR, PTSD, CPTSD, human optimization and Pharmaceutical Medication withdrawal.
(917) 789-1484 View (917) 789-1484
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Jessyka Young
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The foundation for health and happiness lies in self-esteem. I believe that healing comes from within, and quality of life improves as we learn how to care for and care about ourselves. All of the tools we need to ground, grow, and flourish are ones we already possess. I hope to be a guide & support in the process of discovering & strengthening your ability to be your best self. Specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma, emotion dysregulation, & other co-occurring disorders, I believe that everyone has the potential to heal from past wounds & face present and future stresses.
The foundation for health and happiness lies in self-esteem. I believe that healing comes from within, and quality of life improves as we learn how to care for and care about ourselves. All of the tools we need to ground, grow, and flourish are ones we already possess. I hope to be a guide & support in the process of discovering & strengthening your ability to be your best self. Specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma, emotion dysregulation, & other co-occurring disorders, I believe that everyone has the potential to heal from past wounds & face present and future stresses.
(631) 994-1107 View (631) 994-1107
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Dennis Cochran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
Most people enter into therapy to gain a better understanding of themselves with the hope of living a better life. This has become a major goal for many due to the aftermath of the pandemic. Are there issues in your life that are causing roadblocks or obstacles that you can’t seem to get past? Are you dealing with battles related to trauma, alcohol and addiction, sexual identity, depression, anxiety, or shame that are setting you off balance? One may have the desire, motivation, and willingness to move forward in their lives, but may need some direction and skills that will help navigate them through these complex experiences.
Most people enter into therapy to gain a better understanding of themselves with the hope of living a better life. This has become a major goal for many due to the aftermath of the pandemic. Are there issues in your life that are causing roadblocks or obstacles that you can’t seem to get past? Are you dealing with battles related to trauma, alcohol and addiction, sexual identity, depression, anxiety, or shame that are setting you off balance? One may have the desire, motivation, and willingness to move forward in their lives, but may need some direction and skills that will help navigate them through these complex experiences.
(917) 994-9731 View (917) 994-9731
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Collette L McGuire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
People seek therapy out for many reasons, in essence, people just want to feel better. We want to feel less stressed, less depressed, less anxious, less angry. We want to feel more happy, more passionate, more sexual, more satisfied with our life, relationships, and careers. How does this magical shift happen? Actually, no magic required, just the courage to take the first step in knowing you want to experience your life differently than how you are experiencing it today. Through purposeful dialogue and a supportive and empathic environment this shift in living and perspective is not only possible but probable.
People seek therapy out for many reasons, in essence, people just want to feel better. We want to feel less stressed, less depressed, less anxious, less angry. We want to feel more happy, more passionate, more sexual, more satisfied with our life, relationships, and careers. How does this magical shift happen? Actually, no magic required, just the courage to take the first step in knowing you want to experience your life differently than how you are experiencing it today. Through purposeful dialogue and a supportive and empathic environment this shift in living and perspective is not only possible but probable.
(917) 267-0496 View (917) 267-0496
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Guy Pasculli LCSW PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Feeling sad, depressed, angry, impulsive? Do you have a lack of interest, or loss of motivation? Is fear and anxiety a driving force behind many decisions? Is drinking or recreational drug use increasing? Are you having conflicts at home or with your employer? Is life not turning out how you expected? Are you experiencing resentments towards most of life's events?
Feeling sad, depressed, angry, impulsive? Do you have a lack of interest, or loss of motivation? Is fear and anxiety a driving force behind many decisions? Is drinking or recreational drug use increasing? Are you having conflicts at home or with your employer? Is life not turning out how you expected? Are you experiencing resentments towards most of life's events?
(646) 681-7344 View (646) 681-7344
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Footprints Mental Health Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(718) 550-5392 View (718) 550-5392

Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.