Narrative Therapists in New York
Melissa Rivera
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10123
My primary goal as your therapist is to help you navigate challenges through a non-judgmental, collaborative and client-centered relationship. As an Afro-Latina female clinician, one of my passions is to serve people in my community and to help them find meaning in their lives. I employ an integrative approach to therapy to meet individual needs. This means that I integrate various techniques from several modalities to meet you where you are and help you achieve deep healing. The approaches that I use most often are Psychodynamic, Narrative therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
My primary goal as your therapist is to help you navigate challenges through a non-judgmental, collaborative and client-centered relationship. As an Afro-Latina female clinician, one of my passions is to serve people in my community and to help them find meaning in their lives. I employ an integrative approach to therapy to meet individual needs. This means that I integrate various techniques from several modalities to meet you where you are and help you achieve deep healing. The approaches that I use most often are Psychodynamic, Narrative therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
Iris Lapas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFA, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
I combine narrative and relational therapies with evidence based practices to help clients clarify feelings, achieve goals and begin thriving.
I am a warm and empathic therapist who strives to make clients feel safe and understood while exploring what brings them into the office. A primary focus of my work is to help clients overcome the psychological barriers that lead to dissatisfaction, depression and lack of motivation and hope. I am dedicated to creating an authentic atmosphere that invites curiosity and self compassion into the room. Together we will figure out what your goals are for therapy, what does and does not work, and how to make sure you are moving toward a life that you want.
I combine narrative and relational therapies with evidence based practices to help clients clarify feelings, achieve goals and begin thriving.
I am a warm and empathic therapist who strives to make clients feel safe and understood while exploring what brings them into the office. A primary focus of my work is to help clients overcome the psychological barriers that lead to dissatisfaction, depression and lack of motivation and hope. I am dedicated to creating an authentic atmosphere that invites curiosity and self compassion into the room. Together we will figure out what your goals are for therapy, what does and does not work, and how to make sure you are moving toward a life that you want.
Trelan Nicole Holder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
The tools that I use to accomplish this include: a narrative focus or the art of self-storytelling, being goal oriented yet flexible, committed and consistent.
I have dedicated my life to understanding our collective human experience; and each individual's unique perspective. I recognize that the individual brings to therapy a host of experiences and the dynamic influence between culture and environment. Oftentimes, restlessness and crisis are generally the precipitants for people seeking help. Relationships: marriage, break-ups/divorce; grief & loss; mental/medical health issues; and career/life transitions may be some of the experiences influencing your decision to begin therapy. It takes courage to acknowledge that there is a problem and even greater courage to seek intervention.
The tools that I use to accomplish this include: a narrative focus or the art of self-storytelling, being goal oriented yet flexible, committed and consistent.
I have dedicated my life to understanding our collective human experience; and each individual's unique perspective. I recognize that the individual brings to therapy a host of experiences and the dynamic influence between culture and environment. Oftentimes, restlessness and crisis are generally the precipitants for people seeking help. Relationships: marriage, break-ups/divorce; grief & loss; mental/medical health issues; and career/life transitions may be some of the experiences influencing your decision to begin therapy. It takes courage to acknowledge that there is a problem and even greater courage to seek intervention.
Michelle Del Guercio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10040 (Online Only)
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As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I offer supportive healing and courageous decision-making by using a collaborative approach. The modality often used to achieve the identified goals is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). DBT is an effective method for people dealing with challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger, as well as, personal and professional struggles. Through a variety of disciplines individuals are empowered to reach a more fulfilling narrative.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I offer supportive healing and courageous decision-making by using a collaborative approach. The modality often used to achieve the identified goals is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). DBT is an effective method for people dealing with challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger, as well as, personal and professional struggles. Through a variety of disciplines individuals are empowered to reach a more fulfilling narrative.
Patti Gross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10036 (Online Only)
I work with narrative therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and other modes of talk therapy.
I want to congratulate you on exploring those aspects of your life that you want to understand or change. I know how hard it is for folks to reach out for help. As you will see, I have a wide range of experience working with folks who are reaching out for help. I work with clients to establish a safe space where we can work collaboratively on the concerns you seek to address. In addition to my private practice, I am a social work professor. I pride myself on keeping current with intervention techniques that help clients reach their goals. I believe in working with someone on their strengths and looking at the impact.
I work with narrative therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and other modes of talk therapy.
I want to congratulate you on exploring those aspects of your life that you want to understand or change. I know how hard it is for folks to reach out for help. As you will see, I have a wide range of experience working with folks who are reaching out for help. I work with clients to establish a safe space where we can work collaboratively on the concerns you seek to address. In addition to my private practice, I am a social work professor. I pride myself on keeping current with intervention techniques that help clients reach their goals. I believe in working with someone on their strengths and looking at the impact.
Talia Kalter
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10018 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is informed by Contemplative psychotherapy, Jungian and psychodynamic theory, narrative therapy, spirituality, and somatic means of healing.
I'm a clinical counseling intern at PMA Mental Health in NYC, offering an inclusive, collaborative, warm, and non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and emotions.
My therapeutic approach is informed by Contemplative psychotherapy, Jungian and psychodynamic theory, narrative therapy, spirituality, and somatic means of healing.
I'm a clinical counseling intern at PMA Mental Health in NYC, offering an inclusive, collaborative, warm, and non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and emotions.
Gina Sacino
Art Therapist, MS, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Webster, NY 14580 (Online Only)
I utilize healing-centered, liberation-focused narrative therapy.
Clients often arrive at my door carrying it all on their backs wishing to make sense of their experiences, and their stories. They are uncertain of how they've gotten to be where they are. They wish to know themselves wholly. They wish to live deliberately and to know where they belong. They hope to trust themselves. They crave an authentic connection to self. They seek permission to rest. They long for freedom and to feel empowered when they look in the mirror. They have been through the thick of it, have had to become resilient and feel called to finally come home to themselves with love and gentleness.
I utilize healing-centered, liberation-focused narrative therapy.
Clients often arrive at my door carrying it all on their backs wishing to make sense of their experiences, and their stories. They are uncertain of how they've gotten to be where they are. They wish to know themselves wholly. They wish to live deliberately and to know where they belong. They hope to trust themselves. They crave an authentic connection to self. They seek permission to rest. They long for freedom and to feel empowered when they look in the mirror. They have been through the thick of it, have had to become resilient and feel called to finally come home to themselves with love and gentleness.
Molly Lizzio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13203
Utilizing a narrative approach, I'll guide you in discovering your strengths and setting boundaries that align with your values.
Are you seeking personal growth and empowerment? As a therapist with a focus on supporting women, I'll help you increase self-confidence and establish healthy boundaries. Through the therapeutic process we'll uncover the details of your story, both where you've been, and the details of where you're at right now. Telling your story enables you to reconnect with your own desires and needs. Your unique story matters, and I'm here to listen and support you every step of the way. Together we'll unlock your inner strength, enhance your self-worth, and start to write the story of your future.
Utilizing a narrative approach, I'll guide you in discovering your strengths and setting boundaries that align with your values.
Are you seeking personal growth and empowerment? As a therapist with a focus on supporting women, I'll help you increase self-confidence and establish healthy boundaries. Through the therapeutic process we'll uncover the details of your story, both where you've been, and the details of where you're at right now. Telling your story enables you to reconnect with your own desires and needs. Your unique story matters, and I'm here to listen and support you every step of the way. Together we'll unlock your inner strength, enhance your self-worth, and start to write the story of your future.
Ilana Rosenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10017 (Online Only)
My unique approach is both collaborative and results driven, using a mix of CBT and narrative therapy.
Therapy is a safe and supportive space to grow, explore and challenge belief systems that are shaping your life. I provide psychotherapy in an effort to help clients to better understand themselves, their relationships with others and use that understanding as fuel to live a more meaningful life. When working with clients, I honor their unique life experiences and how it informs their presentation.
My unique approach is both collaborative and results driven, using a mix of CBT and narrative therapy.
Therapy is a safe and supportive space to grow, explore and challenge belief systems that are shaping your life. I provide psychotherapy in an effort to help clients to better understand themselves, their relationships with others and use that understanding as fuel to live a more meaningful life. When working with clients, I honor their unique life experiences and how it informs their presentation.
Keegan Johnston
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14607
My therapy style uses mindfulness, action-oriented, and narrative therapy strategies to assist you in becoming more aware of your values, goals, and feelings in the moment and taking concrete steps toward lasting change.
Do you sometimes feel like life is a story you're reading rather than living? Do concerns like stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief/loss, and uncertainty about identity prevent you from being your authentic self? Do you find yourself struggling to express your thoughts to those around you and wish to understand the emotional part of yourself better? If any of these questions resonate with you, then my style of counseling might be an excellent opportunity to work towards a life that is more personally meaningful; in a safe, confidential, and supportive environment.
My therapy style uses mindfulness, action-oriented, and narrative therapy strategies to assist you in becoming more aware of your values, goals, and feelings in the moment and taking concrete steps toward lasting change.
Do you sometimes feel like life is a story you're reading rather than living? Do concerns like stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief/loss, and uncertainty about identity prevent you from being your authentic self? Do you find yourself struggling to express your thoughts to those around you and wish to understand the emotional part of yourself better? If any of these questions resonate with you, then my style of counseling might be an excellent opportunity to work towards a life that is more personally meaningful; in a safe, confidential, and supportive environment.
Jenny Bhatia
MA, MFT-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Island City, NY 11106 (Online Only)
I will help you challenge restrictive expectations to redefine your personal narrative.
Are you a South Asian or Middle Eastern woman living in New York and facing unique challenges in giving therapy a chance due to cultural traditions and stigma? Are you having difficulty navigating significant life transitions such as new family members, in-laws, or being ambitious while also being a devoted wife? Do you often face immense pressure to conform to family expectations or adhere to traditional gender roles or cultural norms? Do you want to pursue a life that aligns with your values, passions and aspirations? As a South Asian woman myself, I get it! And I specialize in helping clients achieve all of those goals.
I will help you challenge restrictive expectations to redefine your personal narrative.
Are you a South Asian or Middle Eastern woman living in New York and facing unique challenges in giving therapy a chance due to cultural traditions and stigma? Are you having difficulty navigating significant life transitions such as new family members, in-laws, or being ambitious while also being a devoted wife? Do you often face immense pressure to conform to family expectations or adhere to traditional gender roles or cultural norms? Do you want to pursue a life that aligns with your values, passions and aspirations? As a South Asian woman myself, I get it! And I specialize in helping clients achieve all of those goals.
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As a specialist in Christian Counseling, I've had the privilege of guiding adults through the complexities of life, from navigating anxiety, depression, and grief to tackling adjustment issues, relationship complexities, work stress, and spiritual quests. My therapeutic approach is as diverse as the individuals I serve, incorporating Narrative, Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, and Existential therapies. Each style is a tool, selected and refined to meet your unique needs and goals.
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MA, EdM, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10023
Integrative in my work, I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and narrative therapy, with specific training in DBT (a form of CBT) with parents, couples, and families.
I believe all people are equipped with the tools to live a meaningful life. Only somehow, along our journeys, many of us learn we cannot trust ourselves - and, instead, look externally for direction. I am committed to helping you recognize and reconnect with your innate abilities. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space for you to reconnect with yourself and identify your goals. Using a collaborative, direct, and often comedic approach, it is my mission to help you feel empowered to do more than live - to thrive.
Integrative in my work, I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and narrative therapy, with specific training in DBT (a form of CBT) with parents, couples, and families.
I believe all people are equipped with the tools to live a meaningful life. Only somehow, along our journeys, many of us learn we cannot trust ourselves - and, instead, look externally for direction. I am committed to helping you recognize and reconnect with your innate abilities. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space for you to reconnect with yourself and identify your goals. Using a collaborative, direct, and often comedic approach, it is my mission to help you feel empowered to do more than live - to thrive.
Ingrid Pipes
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Latham, NY 12110
I am a licensed mental health counselor with a focus on trauma-informed narrative counseling, DBT, and Health At Every Size informed (HAES.) I provide feminist-oriented care that honors intersecting identities and are passionate about building autonomy and safe self expression. I have experience in treating PTSD, mood regulation, and adult ADHD. My therapy perspective supports individuals and couples through identity exploration, life transitions, and sociocultural stressors.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with a focus on trauma-informed narrative counseling, DBT, and Health At Every Size informed (HAES.) I provide feminist-oriented care that honors intersecting identities and are passionate about building autonomy and safe self expression. I have experience in treating PTSD, mood regulation, and adult ADHD. My therapy perspective supports individuals and couples through identity exploration, life transitions, and sociocultural stressors.
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MA, EdM, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017 (Online Only)
Sarah is a Columbia University trained psychotherapist and Mental Health Counselor with a limited permit who is deeply passionate about working with people who are seeking help with LGBTQ+ affirmative care, self-esteem, relationship concerns, anxiety (general, social, performance-based), trauma, and depression. As a former division one athlete, Sarah is also extremely passionate about working with athletes of all levels to enhance their mental well-being. Sarah works from a person-centered perspective, integrating both cognitive-behavioral and narrative therapy techniques.
Sarah is a Columbia University trained psychotherapist and Mental Health Counselor with a limited permit who is deeply passionate about working with people who are seeking help with LGBTQ+ affirmative care, self-esteem, relationship concerns, anxiety (general, social, performance-based), trauma, and depression. As a former division one athlete, Sarah is also extremely passionate about working with athletes of all levels to enhance their mental well-being. Sarah works from a person-centered perspective, integrating both cognitive-behavioral and narrative therapy techniques.
Christina Kennedy
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001 (Online Only)
My modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.
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Together, we will unravel the nuances intertwined with eating disorders and trauma treatment to heal towards not simply surviving but thriving. You deserve a safe space free of stigma to find your most authentic self. In our journey, we will gain an understanding of underlying triggers and cultivate skills that fit your needs at your pace.
Michelle Frey
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14618
I use a blend of person-centered and narrative therapy techniques and believe that a genuine and collaborative therapeutic relationship facilitates psychological healing, growth, and well-being.
Welcome, I'm glad you stopped by. I understand that seeking therapy can be difficult and even overwhelming, especially when dealing with emotional pain and personal struggles. I have experience assisting adults struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach combines evidence-based techniques with empathy, active listening, and non-judgmental guidance, fostering a strong therapeutic alliance to empower individuals towards resilience, self-discovery, and a more fulfilling life.
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Rick Pantaleoni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10036
I typically utilize a mixture of narrative, relational/systemic, psychodynamic and Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT) approaches.
Solutions, and a way forward, are always possible- even in the midst of conflict and frustration, hurt and anger, even when problems seem insurmountable. If a relationship in your life is not working, you can build a more enjoyable dynamic. Whether the problem is with your partner/spouse, child, parent or colleague, with my help you can find the underlying beliefs, thoughts and feelings that drive the problematic interactions. Together, you can create a new understanding and begin living in a new way.
I typically utilize a mixture of narrative, relational/systemic, psychodynamic and Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT) approaches.
Solutions, and a way forward, are always possible- even in the midst of conflict and frustration, hurt and anger, even when problems seem insurmountable. If a relationship in your life is not working, you can build a more enjoyable dynamic. Whether the problem is with your partner/spouse, child, parent or colleague, with my help you can find the underlying beliefs, thoughts and feelings that drive the problematic interactions. Together, you can create a new understanding and begin living in a new way.
Darin Scot Roy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Clifton Park, NY 12065 (Online Only)
Mindfully integrating narrative and existential approaches to therapy we will work towards identifying realistic solutions to your stressors.
As your therapist I will see you as the whole and dynamic person you are. I will help you discover which pieces of your story are authentically your own and which pieces no longer (or never) served you. This journey is one that I am excited to embark upon with you while respecting the fact that you are indeed the expert on your narrative. I will be here for you to discover where the authenticity within your narrative may have been lost, perhaps even without your knowledge. Your needs and goals will be of primary importance as we work together to find solutions for those aspects of your narrative that are causing you distress.
Mindfully integrating narrative and existential approaches to therapy we will work towards identifying realistic solutions to your stressors.
As your therapist I will see you as the whole and dynamic person you are. I will help you discover which pieces of your story are authentically your own and which pieces no longer (or never) served you. This journey is one that I am excited to embark upon with you while respecting the fact that you are indeed the expert on your narrative. I will be here for you to discover where the authenticity within your narrative may have been lost, perhaps even without your knowledge. Your needs and goals will be of primary importance as we work together to find solutions for those aspects of your narrative that are causing you distress.
Liz Coleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MFA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10013 (Online Only)
Together we got this! I specialize in evidence-based treatments, such as DBT, CBT, ACT, Trauma-Informed modalities such as Narrative Therapy, Art Therapy, Mindfulness, Mediation, Somatic (body-based therapeutic work), PTSD and Trauma Recovery.
What makes me different?
I’m a survivor: I’ve been through it. I am committed to providing creative, dynamic, evidence-based, mental health therapy to a diverse body of clients. I am passionate about providing Anti-Oppression, Trauma-Informed individual and couples’ counseling to clients from all backgrounds. In our sessions, expect to laugh, cry, cuss (if you want to), have “lightbulb” moments, and be embraced for who you are. We’ll work together to improve your relationships, identify and change patterns and behaviors, grow your emotional intelligence, break generational cycles, to live your most authentic, fulfilling life.
Together we got this! I specialize in evidence-based treatments, such as DBT, CBT, ACT, Trauma-Informed modalities such as Narrative Therapy, Art Therapy, Mindfulness, Mediation, Somatic (body-based therapeutic work), PTSD and Trauma Recovery.
What makes me different?
I’m a survivor: I’ve been through it. I am committed to providing creative, dynamic, evidence-based, mental health therapy to a diverse body of clients. I am passionate about providing Anti-Oppression, Trauma-Informed individual and couples’ counseling to clients from all backgrounds. In our sessions, expect to laugh, cry, cuss (if you want to), have “lightbulb” moments, and be embraced for who you are. We’ll work together to improve your relationships, identify and change patterns and behaviors, grow your emotional intelligence, break generational cycles, to live your most authentic, fulfilling life.
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Narrative Therapists
Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.