Therapists in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, NY

Diana Punales-Morejon
PhD
Verified
Verified
I'm a Columbia University-trained Latinx (bilingual) licensed psychologist, with over 20 years of experience. I'm also the co-founder of Feelthentic Therapy Group, PLLC a clinic that offers online therapy services to residents of New York, Florida and Puerto Rico. I'm also the Director of The Psychological Center which is the training clinic for the Clinical Psychology PhD Program at The City College of NY. I center my work on the intersection of mental health and culture. My psychodynamic approach to treatment promotes the exploration of unconscious processes that impact one’s feelings, thoughts and behaviors.

Tamara Hirsch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Welcome to my practice! If you are struggling with anxiety or life stressors and are feeling overwhelmed, you have come to the right place. I help adults find a better life balance, reduce stress and incorporate more happiness and mindfulness into their life. I also support parents to better understand and manage challenging child and adolescent behaviors. I have 20 years of experience working with individuals and families as a therapist.

SAMA Psychotherapy
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
On paper, you should be happy. You’ve checked all the boxes in front of you– got the degrees, job, achievements, all of those notches on the ladder that you expected to lead to a fulfilling life. But you’re filled with fear– fear that you'll mess up at work, fear about disappointing your family, fear that you don’t measure up to where everyone else is, and maybe most of all, fear that everything you’ve worked so hard for isn’t even what you really want.

Gretchen Cohoon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Using a holistic approach to therapy, I work with clients to enhance their emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness. I am an active, yet non-judgemental, participant in sessions and assist individuals in accessing emotional freedom. Drawing from various therapeutic modalities I assist clients in untangling old stories and building a healthier frame of reference from which to live a fulfilled life with greater emotional health and wellness. When we become depressed and anxious we often lose track of what originally inspired us. Reconnecting to purpose can have a wonderful effect on our mental health.

Valerie Morales
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
The collective grief of the pandemic has left us facing anxiety and unstability we may have already been managing before, but it's now magnified by the loss of so much of what we remember having. Emerging feelings can include grief, depression, relationship issues, parenting stress, and even anger. This can leave us feeling isolated and alone as we struggle to navigate through the monotony and difficulties of our new every day.

Santos Vales
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Life experiences can bring pain and conflict resulting in depression, anxiety and coping with substances. I frequently hear the expression of loneliness, emptiness and feeling unfulfilled in people's lives and the sadness, disappointment and anger over relationships with themselves, partners, family and friends that fail to satisfy those needs. Experience has taught me that feeling heard and understood generates a sense of hope and stimulates movement toward insight through exploration and examination of one's inner life. Psychodynamic psychotherapy offers the framework and space for this work, leading to corrective emotional experiences and a more satisfying life and relationships.

Clorinda Bulfamante
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am clinical psychologist providing therapy and assessment services in Scarsdale and Greenwich. I treat various conditions, such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, social anxiety, and school/work issues. I also focus on life transitions, whether that be a recent move, transition from college, changes in family dynamics, or changes in significant relationships. Furthermore, I have extensive experience in conducting psychological assessments. Therapeutically, I focus on developing teens and adults, where as I provide assessments for all ages.

Farjana Akhtar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
An ideal client would possibly seeking out support and guidance when struggling with a current experience or still processing an experience of the past. The clients goal will be to work on their selves with the help of the therapist to better understand their own needs and wishes. Their goal would be to navigate and heal themselves so that they may work on learning to accept themselves.

Kyle Austin
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Navigating life’s challenges in an increasingly chaotic world can feel overwhelming, scary, and even numbing; as a licensed counselor I believe in the power of therapy to facilitate healing, growth, safety, serenity, and self-actualization in the face of life's many demands. I am a passionate advocate for social equity, justice, and accessibility to services for all, and while I work with people of all walks and persuasions, I specialize in therapy with fellow members of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges, and those dealing with trauma, depression, and anxiety.
Not accepting new clients

Rachel Ralston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Beginning therapy is a first step towards achieving wellness and greater satisfaction in life. I provide a warm, supportive environment in which my clients can begin this important journey toward personal growth and enhanced quality of life. I bring enthusiasm and a sense of humor to the therapeutic environment. Treatment is driven by individual need and I am committed to using a variety of approaches and modalities to ensure treatment is client-centered. I specialize in working with adolescents and youth, though I work with all people of all ages in maximizing individual potential and allow changes to happen.

Christian D Haase
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have found that personal growth is best cultivated when we lean into support from trusted others. Therapy can be a place to connect with a reliable support figure that can assist you in navigating difficulties differently. As a therapist, I believe in the power of the therapeutic alliance. Together we can discover (or reinforce) helpful approaches used to address your desired areas of growth. Empathy, autonomy, and accountability are values I center to empower you to nurture your mental health and relationship goals. We can work together to take what is realized in therapy, and apply it to your real life.

Dr. Erica Langer
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Dr. Langer provides individual psychotherapy to teenagers and adults using an integrative approach. Treatment is guided by principles of Cognitive-Behavioral and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. Above all else, Dr. Langer believes in the importance of the therapist-patient relationship, providing a supportive space, and working collaboratively to help clients make changes, gain insight, and improve their lives.
Waitlist for new clients

Maura Sheehy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Change, growth, and healing are possible for everyone. Using a warm, interactive approach we'll listen to your feelings and thoughts to discover what you need and want in order to feel more alive, fulfilled, and freer to know yourself, be yourself, and express yourself. We'll find the practical strategies and the deeper understanding that will help you to shift patterns of behavior and thought, and sort out relationships. Even when conflict and confusion, sadness, anger, fragmentation, loneliness, fear, stuckness (or any other feeling) seems ever-present, we can heal and change.

Emma Downing
MS, LCAT, BC-DMT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I work with all individuals who have a desire to define, explore, and expand themselves in an authentic and creative way. My ideal client is ready to work to build self-esteem, self-compassion, self-awareness, and healthy boundaries with others. My practice focuses on supporting individuals who have been through physical, emotional, and sexual traumas at any age, with emphasis on how childhood trauma can shape adulthood and the development complex/chronic PTSD. I also work with children and adults on the autism spectrum to improve their understanding of themselves and others, as well as foster an increased mastery of expression.

Hayley Shinerock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I provide a warm and welcoming environment to support my clients in decreasing stress and anxiety and increasing contentment, growth, and wellness in their lives. I draw on a holistic mind-body approach incorporating mindfulness techniques, CBT, and talk therapy. I specialize in the intersection of motherhood and high performance burnout supporting my clients in navigating the balance of parenthood, a fulfilling career, and cultivating a joyful and meaningful life.

Heidi Cox
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Are you highly anxious yet working a demanding job? Or you are pregnant, postpartum or parenting and just not feeling like your old self? Our work will teach you to feel more connected to yourself and your relationships and support you to better manage work and life demands. Many women find their anxiety increases when they are starting to think about getting pregnant, and anxiety is often exacerbated during pregnancy and postpartum - I offer extensive knowledge to support you and coping strategies so that you can heal and grow.

Sara Monsonis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Every stage of life has its own challenges, and having someone to explore those challenges with is the key to understanding yourself better. As we age, whether from childhood to adolescence or into midlife and beyond, our focus shifts and our desires and needs shift as well. We all struggle to understand how our complex relationships can grow and change, how understanding ourselves leads to us getting more of what we want out of life. Happiness and purpose come when we work to understand ourselves as we change.

Jill Nawrocki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Life’s challenges and changes can sometimes feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Engaging in therapy can be a step towards increasing self-awareness, building self-esteem and tapping into joy. I’m here to walk with you through growth and healing. Together we will focus on your individual strengths and personal goals to develop the tools necessary to process past traumas, overcome adversity and manage anxiety, transition or loss.

Nicholas R. Bakalov
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults, and with individuals of all ages who struggle with issues and challenges to living an authentic and fulfilling life. Whether it be questions around sexuality, gender identity, feelings of depression, sadness, or suicidal ideation we can explore and discuss all these topics and more. Together we can identify the barriers that exist and collaborate to find ways to overcome them to reach a more satisfying state of being.

Christine Forte
Counselor, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Christine Forte has more than a decade of experience working as a helping professional and is passionate in her quest to inspire others. She believes firmly that within every individual lie all of the capabilities that they need to live their fullest life. As such, throughout her career she has sought further ways to advance the well-being, healing and happiness of those she works with.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone 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.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the United States, 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.
What type of therapist is right for me?
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, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
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.
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.
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.