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Rachel Valencia
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Astoria, NY 11105  (Online Only)
I am trained in EMDR, an evidenced based treatment for trauma, and in Emotionally Focused Therapy, an attachment based therapy which I use primarily when I work with couples.
Accepting new clients via telehealth! Struggling with your mental health can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone. Whether it be depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, or other mental health issues, I am here to help you understand where your issues have stemmed from, work on healing them, and learn new ways to cope and interact with your world. In working with me, you can expect to have a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your innerworld. I work with clients of all ages, and in individual, couple, or family modality.
I am trained in EMDR, an evidenced based treatment for trauma, and in Emotionally Focused Therapy, an attachment based therapy which I use primarily when I work with couples.
Accepting new clients via telehealth! Struggling with your mental health can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone. Whether it be depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, or other mental health issues, I am here to help you understand where your issues have stemmed from, work on healing them, and learn new ways to cope and interact with your world. In working with me, you can expect to have a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your innerworld. I work with clients of all ages, and in individual, couple, or family modality.
(718) 400-6205 View (718) 400-6205
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Psychotherapy & Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Astoria, NY 11106
The Psychotherapy and Counseling Center offers psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. Our director, Zoia Sizgoric, LCSW, has over 20 years experience in helping others just like you reach their goals. We focus on your strengths and offer support and guidance to help you overcome difficult times in your life. We provide treatment for depression, anxiety/phobias, trauma, domestic violence, ADHD, behavioral problems, anger management, eating disorders, difficulties at work, and marital or family problems. We also make referrals to community psychiatrists as needed.
The Psychotherapy and Counseling Center offers psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. Our director, Zoia Sizgoric, LCSW, has over 20 years experience in helping others just like you reach their goals. We focus on your strengths and offer support and guidance to help you overcome difficult times in your life. We provide treatment for depression, anxiety/phobias, trauma, domestic violence, ADHD, behavioral problems, anger management, eating disorders, difficulties at work, and marital or family problems. We also make referrals to community psychiatrists as needed.
(718) 831-6131 View (718) 831-6131
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Arianna Argotte
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Astoria, NY 11103  (Online Only)
Past, painful experiences are a regular part of the human experience. When those experiences are unexplored and unresolved, they can feel overwhelmingly heavy. They can also be a part of your present; informing your relationships, unhealthy habits, and influencing the way you cope with difficult situations. This can leave you feeling alone, unfulfilled, and disconnected from your life. Therapy is a place where it is safe to unpack these painful experiences and process them in a non-judgmental, compassionate environment.
Past, painful experiences are a regular part of the human experience. When those experiences are unexplored and unresolved, they can feel overwhelmingly heavy. They can also be a part of your present; informing your relationships, unhealthy habits, and influencing the way you cope with difficult situations. This can leave you feeling alone, unfulfilled, and disconnected from your life. Therapy is a place where it is safe to unpack these painful experiences and process them in a non-judgmental, compassionate environment.
(929) 481-5098 View (929) 481-5098
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Angelica Flores-Arman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Astoria, NY 11105  (Online Only)
I'll walk beside you along this new path if you're ready to take the first step. I work mainly with women who can be described as responsible and stoic. Women who take care of others but have a hard time seeking care for themselves. Women who can be their own worst critic, who feel unseen and often sacrifice their comfort to keep things running smoothly. When things have been this way forever it can be hard to imagine a life with enough space to make yourself a priority. If this sounds like you, we can team up to bring ease and well-being into your life. Start a new journey: reach out.
I'll walk beside you along this new path if you're ready to take the first step. I work mainly with women who can be described as responsible and stoic. Women who take care of others but have a hard time seeking care for themselves. Women who can be their own worst critic, who feel unseen and often sacrifice their comfort to keep things running smoothly. When things have been this way forever it can be hard to imagine a life with enough space to make yourself a priority. If this sounds like you, we can team up to bring ease and well-being into your life. Start a new journey: reach out.
(347) 905-4834 View (347) 905-4834
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Olivia C. Padelukas
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Astoria, NY 11102
I know how difficult it can be to open up to someone about your most vulnerable, hidden self. This step is often the hardest to take, and although taking it means facing thoughts and feelings you'd rather not, it also means creating a path of healing for yourself. I'll strive to provide you with a safe, therapeutic space filled with compassion and empathy to support you while we take on this challenge. Together, we will begin to explore the feelings and experiences that cause you pain.
I know how difficult it can be to open up to someone about your most vulnerable, hidden self. This step is often the hardest to take, and although taking it means facing thoughts and feelings you'd rather not, it also means creating a path of healing for yourself. I'll strive to provide you with a safe, therapeutic space filled with compassion and empathy to support you while we take on this challenge. Together, we will begin to explore the feelings and experiences that cause you pain.
(718) 568-6649 View (718) 568-6649

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Zoe C Liang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Long Island City, NY 11101  (Online Only)
EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) 3.
Welcome to view my profile. I believe that our moments of great struggle can also hold the most powerful potential for growth. The pain we face is an invitation for ourselves to deepen and expand. My lifelong curiosity with resilience and transformation has led me down a path where I support my clients in their journey. My consistent learning and self-reflection have allowed me to be clients' anchor and their holding environment. Together we work to bring changes and heal what has been getting in the way of the life you would like lead.
EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) 3.
Welcome to view my profile. I believe that our moments of great struggle can also hold the most powerful potential for growth. The pain we face is an invitation for ourselves to deepen and expand. My lifelong curiosity with resilience and transformation has led me down a path where I support my clients in their journey. My consistent learning and self-reflection have allowed me to be clients' anchor and their holding environment. Together we work to bring changes and heal what has been getting in the way of the life you would like lead.
(718) 395-5482 View (718) 395-5482
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Stacy Malin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10035
Waitlist for new clients
My extensive couples training includes both PACT, a state-of-the-art psychobiological approach to couples therapy and EFT.
I enjoy engaging individuals and couples seeking a supportive, active, direct, honest collaboration. My goal is to both address uncomfortable, painful conflict or struggles and facilitate more enlivened, loving connections to self and others. Individuals come in confronting challenges in love, work, family, health, school, trauma or loss. In couples therapy, I work with partners young and old, seeking early relationship or premarital counseling or bumping up against difficulty with intimacy and/or sex, parenting partnership, betrayal, infertility, remarriage, step-parenting, money or retirement, and/or on the brink of a break-up.
My extensive couples training includes both PACT, a state-of-the-art psychobiological approach to couples therapy and EFT.
I enjoy engaging individuals and couples seeking a supportive, active, direct, honest collaboration. My goal is to both address uncomfortable, painful conflict or struggles and facilitate more enlivened, loving connections to self and others. Individuals come in confronting challenges in love, work, family, health, school, trauma or loss. In couples therapy, I work with partners young and old, seeking early relationship or premarital counseling or bumping up against difficulty with intimacy and/or sex, parenting partnership, betrayal, infertility, remarriage, step-parenting, money or retirement, and/or on the brink of a break-up.
(646) 386-2256 View (646) 386-2256
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Irina Firstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017
My work with couples is based on EFT.
I have been practicing psychotherapy with individuals and couples for over 20 years. I work with individual patients mostly using EMDR, a therapeutic technique to clear traumatic experiences which get "stuck" in emotions, body and brain and cause symptoms which bring clients into therapy. My other approaches to Individual Therapy are Psychodynamic and Mindfulness- based therapies.My reputation is that I am straight forward without harshness and I give constructive feedback. My goal is to understand root causes of the problems that bring people to therapy. We work together to gain insight and develop strategies to make change.
My work with couples is based on EFT.
I have been practicing psychotherapy with individuals and couples for over 20 years. I work with individual patients mostly using EMDR, a therapeutic technique to clear traumatic experiences which get "stuck" in emotions, body and brain and cause symptoms which bring clients into therapy. My other approaches to Individual Therapy are Psychodynamic and Mindfulness- based therapies.My reputation is that I am straight forward without harshness and I give constructive feedback. My goal is to understand root causes of the problems that bring people to therapy. We work together to gain insight and develop strategies to make change.
(212) 953-1388 View (212) 953-1388
Photo of Abby Strauss, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Astoria, NY
Abby Strauss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New York, NY 10021
I am trained in modalities ranging from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), CBT, Solutions Focused, and EMDR.
These are not easy times and so many of us are feeling anxious and overwhelmed. You may be feeling isolated, disconnected in your relationships, or struggling in your career. Through it all, connection is what grounds us, and therapy is based on connection. Let’s figure out together where you are stuck, where you've lost your way, and what gets in the way of warmth and closeness with the people who matter to you the most. During our time together, I will be present in an actively collaborative way as we figure out how to clear a path to the life you want.
I am trained in modalities ranging from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), CBT, Solutions Focused, and EMDR.
These are not easy times and so many of us are feeling anxious and overwhelmed. You may be feeling isolated, disconnected in your relationships, or struggling in your career. Through it all, connection is what grounds us, and therapy is based on connection. Let’s figure out together where you are stuck, where you've lost your way, and what gets in the way of warmth and closeness with the people who matter to you the most. During our time together, I will be present in an actively collaborative way as we figure out how to clear a path to the life you want.
(646) 969-3471 View (646) 969-3471
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Alidra Solday
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10019
When working with couples, I use an Emotionally Focused Therapy approach, I honor each person, and work to cut through negative interaction cycles, increase empathy and to develop skills to improve communication and enhance emotional closeness and connection.
Are you suffering from stress, anxiety or trauma? Are your relationships problematic? Do you have health issues or are in a spiritual crisis? Through my holistic approach, with attention to the mind and body connection, you will deepen your capacity for self reflection and understanding, liberate your creativity and ability to communicate effectively and develop your innate self healing ability. With warmth and empathy we will work on nurturing your mind, body and spirit so that you can gain insight, and find solutions that work best for you that allow you to live your life to the fullest.
When working with couples, I use an Emotionally Focused Therapy approach, I honor each person, and work to cut through negative interaction cycles, increase empathy and to develop skills to improve communication and enhance emotional closeness and connection.
Are you suffering from stress, anxiety or trauma? Are your relationships problematic? Do you have health issues or are in a spiritual crisis? Through my holistic approach, with attention to the mind and body connection, you will deepen your capacity for self reflection and understanding, liberate your creativity and ability to communicate effectively and develop your innate self healing ability. With warmth and empathy we will work on nurturing your mind, body and spirit so that you can gain insight, and find solutions that work best for you that allow you to live your life to the fullest.
(646) 679-6762 View (646) 679-6762
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Shirley Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10026  (Online Only)
I offer psychotherapy to individuals, small EFT groups in a safe emotional environment where growth and significant life change can be achieved.
I have been a psychotherapist for more than 30 years. During my years of practice, my therapeutic approach has evolved into a collaborative and flexible interaction. I make use of psychodynamic as well as contemporary techniques. I do Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) groups. My treatment goals are to increase self-awareness, insight, and a sense of wellbeing, and to empower the individual with useful, comfortable strategies to achieve change. I am now located in midtown and Harlem. I now provide Teletherapy through FaceTime, Zoom, Skype, etc.
I offer psychotherapy to individuals, small EFT groups in a safe emotional environment where growth and significant life change can be achieved.
I have been a psychotherapist for more than 30 years. During my years of practice, my therapeutic approach has evolved into a collaborative and flexible interaction. I make use of psychodynamic as well as contemporary techniques. I do Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) groups. My treatment goals are to increase self-awareness, insight, and a sense of wellbeing, and to empower the individual with useful, comfortable strategies to achieve change. I am now located in midtown and Harlem. I now provide Teletherapy through FaceTime, Zoom, Skype, etc.
(646) 351-1718 View (646) 351-1718
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Sari Kutch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10022  (Online Only)
Using techniques from EFT, EMDR, FLASH, IFS, and Polyvagal Theory, I'll guide you to form a deeper understanding and self-partnership with your emotions.
You're trapped in a relentless cycle that stops you from engaging with the world. Unseen threats keep you tense. Some days, a fog of uncertainty, persistent buzzing, and internal chatter overwhelm you. On others, feelings of detachment render you invisible, even among loved ones, even to yourself. Confusion, self-doubt, and worthlessness weave narratives about yourself and the world that are hard to shake. Beneath is a yearning for clarity, connection, confidence, calm, and safety, likely the reason you are here. This emotional seesaw, a reaction to stress, leads to states often mislabeled as anxiety, depression, PTSD, or addiction.
Using techniques from EFT, EMDR, FLASH, IFS, and Polyvagal Theory, I'll guide you to form a deeper understanding and self-partnership with your emotions.
You're trapped in a relentless cycle that stops you from engaging with the world. Unseen threats keep you tense. Some days, a fog of uncertainty, persistent buzzing, and internal chatter overwhelm you. On others, feelings of detachment render you invisible, even among loved ones, even to yourself. Confusion, self-doubt, and worthlessness weave narratives about yourself and the world that are hard to shake. Beneath is a yearning for clarity, connection, confidence, calm, and safety, likely the reason you are here. This emotional seesaw, a reaction to stress, leads to states often mislabeled as anxiety, depression, PTSD, or addiction.
(929) 209-7323 View (929) 209-7323
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Happy Apple® - Anxiety, Depression, Couples
LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10019
Our therapists specialize in couples counseling & the treatment of trauma, anxiety & depression. We use an engaging yet supportive approach to help you reach goals as quickly as possible. Our psychotherapists employ a variety of approaches, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), & EMDR for trauma. We help clients discover the origins of & contributors to unwanted emotions and relational troubles, and develop coping tools & skills for quick relief & change. We hope you'll reach out so we can tell you more about us & our work!
Our therapists specialize in couples counseling & the treatment of trauma, anxiety & depression. We use an engaging yet supportive approach to help you reach goals as quickly as possible. Our psychotherapists employ a variety of approaches, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), & EMDR for trauma. We help clients discover the origins of & contributors to unwanted emotions and relational troubles, and develop coping tools & skills for quick relief & change. We hope you'll reach out so we can tell you more about us & our work!
(646) 960-3345 View (646) 960-3345
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Jenna Hendricksen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10019
Hello! My name is Jenna Hendricksen and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New York State. I welcome clients from varied backgrounds and enjoy supporting them in surmounting life transitions, exploring pre-marital therapy, managing trauma, reducing anxiety and depression, and resolving couples issues. My work draws upon several evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), mindfulness, and behavioral therapy. I also have several years' experience in supporting individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.
Hello! My name is Jenna Hendricksen and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New York State. I welcome clients from varied backgrounds and enjoy supporting them in surmounting life transitions, exploring pre-marital therapy, managing trauma, reducing anxiety and depression, and resolving couples issues. My work draws upon several evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), mindfulness, and behavioral therapy. I also have several years' experience in supporting individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.
(347) 835-4083 View (347) 835-4083
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Alla Chrome E M D R
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, EMDRi
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10022
As an EMDR therapist, I specialize in working with those whose lives are disrupted by anxiety, panic attacks, depression, or phobias. I work with a fear of flying/aerophobia. With EMDR and EFT-oriented therapy, my goal is to help you feel calmer and become more satisfied with yourself and your life.
As an EMDR therapist, I specialize in working with those whose lives are disrupted by anxiety, panic attacks, depression, or phobias. I work with a fear of flying/aerophobia. With EMDR and EFT-oriented therapy, my goal is to help you feel calmer and become more satisfied with yourself and your life.
(917) 809-6076 View (917) 809-6076
Photo of Katy Haney, Licensed Master Social Worker in Astoria, NY
Katy Haney
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples and use Imago couples therapy to help you understand the connection with your relationship frustrations & childhood experiences.
I work with individuals & couples who are navigating the complexities of being human and in relationship with others. Those with anxiety, depression, &relationship issues. I practice in a psychoanalytically informed way with a belief that it is through the therapy relationship we can understand ourselves more fully & heal. In my work with patients, I aim to help you become more conscious of unconscious patterns that keep you disconnected from yourself & others, & help you develop a deeper connection to your body and emotions. Through a deeper understanding of yourself, you can transform emotional suffering & live more authentically.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples and use Imago couples therapy to help you understand the connection with your relationship frustrations & childhood experiences.
I work with individuals & couples who are navigating the complexities of being human and in relationship with others. Those with anxiety, depression, &relationship issues. I practice in a psychoanalytically informed way with a belief that it is through the therapy relationship we can understand ourselves more fully & heal. In my work with patients, I aim to help you become more conscious of unconscious patterns that keep you disconnected from yourself & others, & help you develop a deeper connection to your body and emotions. Through a deeper understanding of yourself, you can transform emotional suffering & live more authentically.
(929) 242-6686 View (929) 242-6686
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Pei-Chen Hsu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10065  (Online Only)
When working with couples, I combine Emotionally-Focused Couple Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method.
I am experienced in treating depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, unresolved issues, life-transition difficulties, family/relational problems, and grief and loss. While I have extensive experience working with individuals of Asian decent, they comprise only 30% of my clientele and I am well-rounded in treating individuals from various cultural and religious backgrounds. I am dedicated to bring genuine, compassionate, and evidence-based care to my clients. After a thorough assessment of my client's presenting concern and history, I collaborate with my client to formulate a treatment plan that is highly individualized.
When working with couples, I combine Emotionally-Focused Couple Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method.
I am experienced in treating depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, unresolved issues, life-transition difficulties, family/relational problems, and grief and loss. While I have extensive experience working with individuals of Asian decent, they comprise only 30% of my clientele and I am well-rounded in treating individuals from various cultural and religious backgrounds. I am dedicated to bring genuine, compassionate, and evidence-based care to my clients. After a thorough assessment of my client's presenting concern and history, I collaborate with my client to formulate a treatment plan that is highly individualized.
(862) 292-9584 View (862) 292-9584
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Nirit Gordon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10019  (Online Only)
I integrate a relationship-focused, trauma-informed treatment, with evidence-based techniques, such as EMDR, AEDP, SE and EFT.
* Currently Accepting Tele Health Clients* Are you feeling anxious or Overwhelmed? Like life should be more fulfilling but you are not as happy as you might be able to? I am here to help. Together we can move towards the changes you want to see, through creating skills and tools that will make your life feel truly gratifying. Am I the right fit for you? Lets speak and find out. Please reach out to me for a free 20 min consultation.
I integrate a relationship-focused, trauma-informed treatment, with evidence-based techniques, such as EMDR, AEDP, SE and EFT.
* Currently Accepting Tele Health Clients* Are you feeling anxious or Overwhelmed? Like life should be more fulfilling but you are not as happy as you might be able to? I am here to help. Together we can move towards the changes you want to see, through creating skills and tools that will make your life feel truly gratifying. Am I the right fit for you? Lets speak and find out. Please reach out to me for a free 20 min consultation.
(917) 935-4509 View (917) 935-4509
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Jane Gilman, LCSW-R
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10020
As an integrative psychotherapist who incorporates a range of psychodynamic and mind/body modalities and techniques, I work with individuals and couples. My passion to provide the best treatment I can is informed by ongoing learning and integration of the latest research. Following 4 years of relational psychoanalytic training, I started years of intensive study of trauma, EMDR, mindfulness, and Somatic Psychotherapy. Additionally, I have a speciality in couples counseling and trained in the Gottman Method and Sue Johnson's Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples. I consider myself an EFT therapist.
As an integrative psychotherapist who incorporates a range of psychodynamic and mind/body modalities and techniques, I work with individuals and couples. My passion to provide the best treatment I can is informed by ongoing learning and integration of the latest research. Following 4 years of relational psychoanalytic training, I started years of intensive study of trauma, EMDR, mindfulness, and Somatic Psychotherapy. Additionally, I have a speciality in couples counseling and trained in the Gottman Method and Sue Johnson's Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples. I consider myself an EFT therapist.
(646) 832-4862 View (646) 832-4862
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Mijin Kim
DA, LCAT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017
With over 25 years of holistic and evidence-based practice in clinical, teaching, and supervisory work, I bring specialties in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, EMDR, IFS, DBT, EFT, Imago Therapy, ACT, psychodrama, and other creative expressive therapeutic modalities such as music, art, and psychodrama.
Do you feel overwhelmed or insecure? Do you struggle with repeating patterns of negative emotions and relationships? Are you stuck with past and current trauma and utilizing unhealthy means to cope? Do you over-manage yourself or surroundings to have a sense of control? I specialize in helping teens and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, eating disorders, LGBTQ+ issues, work stress, cross-cultural issues, couples, family, and other interpersonal issues. My work emphasizes helping clients understand and overcome their internal blockages, and gain empowerment to make intentional and impactful choices in life.
With over 25 years of holistic and evidence-based practice in clinical, teaching, and supervisory work, I bring specialties in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, EMDR, IFS, DBT, EFT, Imago Therapy, ACT, psychodrama, and other creative expressive therapeutic modalities such as music, art, and psychodrama.
Do you feel overwhelmed or insecure? Do you struggle with repeating patterns of negative emotions and relationships? Are you stuck with past and current trauma and utilizing unhealthy means to cope? Do you over-manage yourself or surroundings to have a sense of control? I specialize in helping teens and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, eating disorders, LGBTQ+ issues, work stress, cross-cultural issues, couples, family, and other interpersonal issues. My work emphasizes helping clients understand and overcome their internal blockages, and gain empowerment to make intentional and impactful choices in life.
(917) 746-7732 View (917) 746-7732
Emotionally Focused Therapists

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.