Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
Thinking about starting therapy? You may be experiencing difficult emotions that you're struggling to process, having issues in important relationships in your life, repeating specific behaviors that you want to change, or simply wanting to strengthen your connection with yourself. Whatever your reason may be, a strong therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in achieving your goals. If you're looking for a therapist who will be real with you, encourage your growth, and accept you as you are - we might be a good fit!
Thinking about starting therapy? You may be experiencing difficult emotions that you're struggling to process, having issues in important relationships in your life, repeating specific behaviors that you want to change, or simply wanting to strengthen your connection with yourself. Whatever your reason may be, a strong therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in achieving your goals. If you're looking for a therapist who will be real with you, encourage your growth, and accept you as you are - we might be a good fit!
Are you motivated to make a change in your life? Are there issues in your personal life in regards to dealing with stress, anxiety, or depression, and identifying that your current coping skills are not working for you? The goal is to build awareness and knowledge and acquire skills that help you become independent in facing future challenges. I want to help you grow as an individual, and learn how to better understand yourself emotionally, and put action outside of therapy into achieving goals of independent coping with the stressors you are facing.
Are you motivated to make a change in your life? Are there issues in your personal life in regards to dealing with stress, anxiety, or depression, and identifying that your current coping skills are not working for you? The goal is to build awareness and knowledge and acquire skills that help you become independent in facing future challenges. I want to help you grow as an individual, and learn how to better understand yourself emotionally, and put action outside of therapy into achieving goals of independent coping with the stressors you are facing.
I believe in providing a warm, supportive space where you can feel truly comfortable sharing your story. My approach focuses on helping you develop insight into the patterns that may be impacting your well-being, relationships, and personal growth.
I believe in providing a warm, supportive space where you can feel truly comfortable sharing your story. My approach focuses on helping you develop insight into the patterns that may be impacting your well-being, relationships, and personal growth.
You're accomplished on paper, but lately the pressure feels heavier. Self-doubt creeps in despite your track record. Maybe you're an entrepreneur feeling isolated, or an executive battling imposter syndrome. Perfectionism has shifted from motivating to paralyzing.
You need someone who understands the unique demands of leadership and high performance, the weight of responsibility, fear of failure, and loneliness of being the person everyone relies on. You want clarity, tools to manage performance anxiety, and space to process what's holding you back. You're not broken, you want to optimize how you think and perform.
You're accomplished on paper, but lately the pressure feels heavier. Self-doubt creeps in despite your track record. Maybe you're an entrepreneur feeling isolated, or an executive battling imposter syndrome. Perfectionism has shifted from motivating to paralyzing.
You need someone who understands the unique demands of leadership and high performance, the weight of responsibility, fear of failure, and loneliness of being the person everyone relies on. You want clarity, tools to manage performance anxiety, and space to process what's holding you back. You're not broken, you want to optimize how you think and perform.
Children, teens and young adults with neurodiverse patterns benefit from school-based and office-based coaching and therapy. Our program provides real-life skills building and training in self-regulation, pragmatic skills, executive and social-emotional functioning. We deliver evidence-based individual data-driven interventions. We use pre-, mid- and post-treatment objective behavioral assessments to clarify the challenges and help the clients track their progress. Dr. Jeltova, Clinical Director, has established a number of programs for neurodiverse individuals, including twice-exceptional children, teens and adults.
Children, teens and young adults with neurodiverse patterns benefit from school-based and office-based coaching and therapy. Our program provides real-life skills building and training in self-regulation, pragmatic skills, executive and social-emotional functioning. We deliver evidence-based individual data-driven interventions. We use pre-, mid- and post-treatment objective behavioral assessments to clarify the challenges and help the clients track their progress. Dr. Jeltova, Clinical Director, has established a number of programs for neurodiverse individuals, including twice-exceptional children, teens and adults.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, down, or anxious? Perhaps you're facing a major life change, finding it harder than expected to adapt, or at a crossroads, uncertain about your path forward. If any of this resonates, you’re in the right place. In our sessions, we’ll explore your challenges with a focus on living authentically and adapting to change, staying grounded in the present while recognizing the ebb and flow of emotions. Together, we’ll work on building resilience and developing practical tools to help you manage life’s ups and downs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, down, or anxious? Perhaps you're facing a major life change, finding it harder than expected to adapt, or at a crossroads, uncertain about your path forward. If any of this resonates, you’re in the right place. In our sessions, we’ll explore your challenges with a focus on living authentically and adapting to change, staying grounded in the present while recognizing the ebb and flow of emotions. Together, we’ll work on building resilience and developing practical tools to help you manage life’s ups and downs.
Living in today's world is big and scary and beautiful at once. Sometimes it can seem too much to bear, but you don't have to go through it alone. I'm here to guide you and support you as you work through past traumas, life stressors, family dynamics, relationship issues, mental health complications, or you simply need a safe space to vent and process whatever is going on. We are all the main characters in our own stories, and taking control of that story can be an incredibly empowering and life-changing thing. I am here to be a base of support, to help you shine as you move through your ever-changing story.
Living in today's world is big and scary and beautiful at once. Sometimes it can seem too much to bear, but you don't have to go through it alone. I'm here to guide you and support you as you work through past traumas, life stressors, family dynamics, relationship issues, mental health complications, or you simply need a safe space to vent and process whatever is going on. We are all the main characters in our own stories, and taking control of that story can be an incredibly empowering and life-changing thing. I am here to be a base of support, to help you shine as you move through your ever-changing story.
My name is Edward, and my approach to therapy is shaped by a unique blend of cultural perspective and clinical precision. Growing up in a bilingual French-American household, I developed a deep appreciation for the nuances of communication and identity. With extensive experience in hospital and clinical settings, I provide high-level psychotherapy rooted in behavioral science. I am dedicated to using evidence-based tools and objective measurements to help my clients bridge the gap between their current challenges and their future goals.
My name is Edward, and my approach to therapy is shaped by a unique blend of cultural perspective and clinical precision. Growing up in a bilingual French-American household, I developed a deep appreciation for the nuances of communication and identity. With extensive experience in hospital and clinical settings, I provide high-level psychotherapy rooted in behavioral science. I am dedicated to using evidence-based tools and objective measurements to help my clients bridge the gap between their current challenges and their future goals.
I am a clinical and counselling psychologist, registered with the state of New York. I am dually licensed in both New York and Ontario, Canada. I see individual adult clients, as well as adolescents and their parents. My work is informed by best practices and empirical evidence, and I strive to offer a safe, warm and compassionate space for my clients to explore difficult topics.
I am a clinical and counselling psychologist, registered with the state of New York. I am dually licensed in both New York and Ontario, Canada. I see individual adult clients, as well as adolescents and their parents. My work is informed by best practices and empirical evidence, and I strive to offer a safe, warm and compassionate space for my clients to explore difficult topics.
From the outside, most people would think that nothing is wrong, but deep down you know that you're not feeling like yourself. In your daily life, you often pretend to be someone you’re not, all the while feeling anxious, panicky, or unhappy inside. This feeling can manifest itself through general anxiety, panic attacks, depression, anger, and other ways. You’ve tried to push those feelings away, or even bury them deep down, but over time they keep coming back, surfacing in unpleasant ways and it is having a negative effect on your daily life.
From the outside, most people would think that nothing is wrong, but deep down you know that you're not feeling like yourself. In your daily life, you often pretend to be someone you’re not, all the while feeling anxious, panicky, or unhappy inside. This feeling can manifest itself through general anxiety, panic attacks, depression, anger, and other ways. You’ve tried to push those feelings away, or even bury them deep down, but over time they keep coming back, surfacing in unpleasant ways and it is having a negative effect on your daily life.
People come to therapy for many reasons, to work through difficult emotions, navigate life transitions, deal with relationship challenges or to gain a better understanding of the inner forces and patterns that shape their lives.
Whatever brings you in, I offer a safe and supportive space to explore what's happening and make meaningful change.
Over time, therapy can help you feel more grounded, authentic, and fulfilled, while fostering deeper connections with yourself and others.
People come to therapy for many reasons, to work through difficult emotions, navigate life transitions, deal with relationship challenges or to gain a better understanding of the inner forces and patterns that shape their lives.
Whatever brings you in, I offer a safe and supportive space to explore what's happening and make meaningful change.
Over time, therapy can help you feel more grounded, authentic, and fulfilled, while fostering deeper connections with yourself and others.
Andy is a LCSW dedicated to helping clients navigate life’s difficult struggles. With his warm, collaborative approach that places a client’s goals at the forefront, he has been successfully guiding patients from all walks of life through traumatic periods (Grief, Panic Disorders, Depression) and interpersonal conflict (Couples Counseling, Self Isolation Issues). Psychological evaluations provided.
Andy is a LCSW dedicated to helping clients navigate life’s difficult struggles. With his warm, collaborative approach that places a client’s goals at the forefront, he has been successfully guiding patients from all walks of life through traumatic periods (Grief, Panic Disorders, Depression) and interpersonal conflict (Couples Counseling, Self Isolation Issues). Psychological evaluations provided.
Hadier Eskandar is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Licensed Behavior Analyst and certified as an anger management specialist as well as a New York State–certified Bilingual School Psychologist. She has 14 years of experience using ABA with neurodivergent children in school, center and home settings. Parent training is also an important piece of what she offers. She provides BCBA supervision to aspiring behavior analysts and RBTs, helping them develop practical skills and ethical practice.
Hadier Eskandar is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Licensed Behavior Analyst and certified as an anger management specialist as well as a New York State–certified Bilingual School Psychologist. She has 14 years of experience using ABA with neurodivergent children in school, center and home settings. Parent training is also an important piece of what she offers. She provides BCBA supervision to aspiring behavior analysts and RBTs, helping them develop practical skills and ethical practice.
I provide individual and relationship therapy. My approach aims to help you build coping skills to ease discomfort, and find solutions while on the path towards a greater understanding of yourself, your goals while finding ways to achieve them. My work is informed by relational psychotherapy, attachment theory, Jungian analysis, mindfulness practices, and cognitive-behavioral therapies such as ACT, CBT, TF-CBT. My client experience is extensive and diverse and includes individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and the effects of traumatic experiences.
I provide individual and relationship therapy. My approach aims to help you build coping skills to ease discomfort, and find solutions while on the path towards a greater understanding of yourself, your goals while finding ways to achieve them. My work is informed by relational psychotherapy, attachment theory, Jungian analysis, mindfulness practices, and cognitive-behavioral therapies such as ACT, CBT, TF-CBT. My client experience is extensive and diverse and includes individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and the effects of traumatic experiences.
With experience in helping people with a wide range of life issues, I'll offer you my calming presence and solution-focused approach. My aim is to provide a safe environment for you to heal and to grow. I've worked with people facing anxiety and stress, depression, life transitions, substance use, relationship issues, and more. Part of my work includes teaching individualized meditation, breathing, and yoga techniques to help you overcome challenges and develop your strengths. While each of our stories and struggles are unique, I will always adapt to your style and support you in reaching your goals.
With experience in helping people with a wide range of life issues, I'll offer you my calming presence and solution-focused approach. My aim is to provide a safe environment for you to heal and to grow. I've worked with people facing anxiety and stress, depression, life transitions, substance use, relationship issues, and more. Part of my work includes teaching individualized meditation, breathing, and yoga techniques to help you overcome challenges and develop your strengths. While each of our stories and struggles are unique, I will always adapt to your style and support you in reaching your goals.
I believe that meaningful therapy begins with feeling truly seen. Every person carries a unique story shaped by their relationships, culture, life experiences, and the ways they have learned to navigate the world. As a bilingual therapist fluent in Arabic and English, I am committed to creating a warm, culturally responsive space where clients feel safe enough to show up as they are.
I believe that meaningful therapy begins with feeling truly seen. Every person carries a unique story shaped by their relationships, culture, life experiences, and the ways they have learned to navigate the world. As a bilingual therapist fluent in Arabic and English, I am committed to creating a warm, culturally responsive space where clients feel safe enough to show up as they are.
You are creative, intelligent, and inquisitive, but feel like you’ve been left to figure life out on your own. You’ve been shamed for your sensitivity and depth of emotion and treated as the odd one out. Soon, you learned to hide parts of yourself to be accepted, connected, and loved. While on some level, this helped you survive, it also left you feeling exhausted, depressed, and anxious. You struggle to achieve things that seem to come easily to others, and while you’re trying everything in your power to move forward, you don’t know how to trust yourself or your decisions. You wonder what’s wrong with you!?
You are creative, intelligent, and inquisitive, but feel like you’ve been left to figure life out on your own. You’ve been shamed for your sensitivity and depth of emotion and treated as the odd one out. Soon, you learned to hide parts of yourself to be accepted, connected, and loved. While on some level, this helped you survive, it also left you feeling exhausted, depressed, and anxious. You struggle to achieve things that seem to come easily to others, and while you’re trying everything in your power to move forward, you don’t know how to trust yourself or your decisions. You wonder what’s wrong with you!?
Psychotherapy as a vocation called me in my early 30s - a paradigm shift, resulting from a series of personal breakdowns, breakthroughs, and ultimately, personal discovery. Guided by caring therapists into a new, integrated sense of self, I realigned my passions and skills with a life purpose. In preceding Life's chapter, I studied art and design in college, and for years apprenticed under my father - the Architect, as it was decided I am to follow in his footsteps. Wanting to please, I indeed followed, yet uncovered greater fulfillment exploring the architecture of the human psyche and mind.
Psychotherapy as a vocation called me in my early 30s - a paradigm shift, resulting from a series of personal breakdowns, breakthroughs, and ultimately, personal discovery. Guided by caring therapists into a new, integrated sense of self, I realigned my passions and skills with a life purpose. In preceding Life's chapter, I studied art and design in college, and for years apprenticed under my father - the Architect, as it was decided I am to follow in his footsteps. Wanting to please, I indeed followed, yet uncovered greater fulfillment exploring the architecture of the human psyche and mind.
Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11230
Welcome to Chasing Serenity!
I’m Mavis Smith, PhD Candidate, and the proud owner and clinical supervisor of our group practice. As an Afro-Caribbean and NYU alumna, I bring a culturally attuned and relational approach to clinical supervision and client care.
At Chasing Serenity, we provide remote therapy across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Our licensed clinicians-LMSWs, LCSWs, and LMFTs-receive ongoing supervision and are deeply committed to supporting each client’s healing journey.
We specialize in helping young adults and adults navigate anxiety, depression, attachment issues, and grief.
Welcome to Chasing Serenity!
I’m Mavis Smith, PhD Candidate, and the proud owner and clinical supervisor of our group practice. As an Afro-Caribbean and NYU alumna, I bring a culturally attuned and relational approach to clinical supervision and client care.
At Chasing Serenity, we provide remote therapy across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Our licensed clinicians-LMSWs, LCSWs, and LMFTs-receive ongoing supervision and are deeply committed to supporting each client’s healing journey.
We specialize in helping young adults and adults navigate anxiety, depression, attachment issues, and grief.
You might be reading this because you find yourself at a crossroads and you’re looking to try something new. Maybe the old way of doing things feels unsatisfying but you’re unsure of how to forge a new path for yourself. You might feel empty or disconnected inside or like you don’t truly know who you are or what you want. Maybe you feel like there were parts of your identity that were unwelcome or unwanted and you’re struggling to integrate them into who you are today. Therapy can help us slow down and notice the way our history informs our actions so that we can make choices that feel more authentic to us.
You might be reading this because you find yourself at a crossroads and you’re looking to try something new. Maybe the old way of doing things feels unsatisfying but you’re unsure of how to forge a new path for yourself. You might feel empty or disconnected inside or like you don’t truly know who you are or what you want. Maybe you feel like there were parts of your identity that were unwelcome or unwanted and you’re struggling to integrate them into who you are today. Therapy can help us slow down and notice the way our history informs our actions so that we can make choices that feel more authentic to us.
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Number of Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
3,000+
Average cost per session
$179
Therapists in Brooklyn, NY who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 94% | Social Anxiety |
| 94% | Health Anxiety |
| 94% | Driving Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 81% | Relationship Issues |
| 78% | Relationship Anxiety |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 88% | Aetna |
| 71% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 58% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Brooklyn, NY see their clients
| 53% | Online Only | |
| 47% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 4% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Brooklyn?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.


