Couples Counseling Therapists in Downtown, Brooklyn, NY

At one point or another we can all benefit from what therapy has to offer, starting with a relationship that's uniquely separate from the rest of our day-to-day lives. Family and friends may provide a great deal of support, but an outside voice - in the context of a warm, respectful, and collaborative working relationship - can make all the difference. Most people find that therapy is the place where they can finally make sense of confusing or difficult feelings and situations.

I passionately enjoy working with diverse people “from all walks of life”— professionals, essential workers, parents, students, immigrants, artists, LGBTQA+ community members, caregivers, and allies to people experiencing medical or mental health issues. In therapy, we can appreciate your emotions, problem solve and cope with daily issues, change “undesirable” behaviors, cultivate physical and mental wellness, pursue life/work goals and satisfaction, and practice effective communication skills for interpersonal relationships.

Seeking therapy is an act of strength and courage and the results can be life changing. Maybe you find yourself stuck in patterns that are negatively effecting your life, or you may have suffered a traumatic loss and just need a safe place to heal, or maybe you are experiencing challenges in your current relationships or with work/life balance. Whatever the reason, the therapeutic relationship offers the opportunity for positive change and growth. My goal is to help you on your journey by creating a safe, yet structured, environment for growth and healing.

I believe that embedded in each of us are the tools and knowledge for self-reflection, growth, and healing. I work with clients to develop the insight and skills necessary to manage anxiety, depression, overwhelming emotions, relationship struggles, and to resolve past traumas. I understand that everyone’s path forward is unique; therefore, I am dedicated to forming an authentic relationship with each of my clients and learning from them in the process. My goal is to actively engage with my clients—while putting them at ease and offering support—as they find their best path forward.

Dr. Downey creates a warm, validating, and authentic environment for her clients. She specializes in working with adults facing a variety of challenges, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, disordered eating, and relationship difficulties. Dr. Downey is invested in supporting her clients improve their quality of life, alleviate suffering, create and sustain meaningful relationships and establish emotional well being.

As you embark on the courageous path of self-discovery and healing from trauma, connecting with a caring, collaborative, skillful therapist is a crucial first step. With years of experience, I offer a warm, reflective, and compassionate safe space for you to explore your deep inner feelings/emotions, and become aware of thoughts, beliefs, behavior patterns that may no longer serve you. If you have been suffering from anxiety, depression, self-sabotaging thoughts, overwhelming emotions, psychosomatic symptoms, and relationship challenges, I invite you to reach out for support and guidance—and not to struggle or suffer alone.

I am a psychologist entering my twentieth year of private practice with children (ages four and up), teenagers and adults. My work with children and teenagers is both individual and parent-focused. Grounded in a clear understanding of developmental issues, I work closely with parents. Most of my clients come seeking treatment for mood, anxiety and relationship difficulties. I use a psychodynamic lens to conceptualize patient difficulties and integrate cognitive behavioral strategies to assist with symptoms and improve functioning.

Who you are is not up for debate. I place the intersections of identity at the forefront of my practice because identity frames who we are and how we experience the world. Those who experienced Childhood Sexual Abuse know it can negatively impact every area of your life. This type of trauma can lead to isolation, guilt, shame, sexual problems, depression, anxiety, relationship troubles and so much more. It is time to take back your life. I can help you break free from the hold your past abuse still has on you today. Together we can explore new interventions and tools, develop new skills and rewrite your narrative. You deserve this!

Brynley believes the most important role of a therapist is as facilitator. In every interaction she is most concerned with creating a safe space that will allow insight to naturally arise as you walk your own individually tailored journey to healing and wellness. She believes the relationship between therapist and client is the most important ingredient in a successful treatment. Above all else, Brynley prioritizes connection, curiosity, communication, and empathy.

As a clinical social work practitioner, I have provided services to people across the lifespan. I utilize a client-centered approach and work in collaboration with each client to plan their course of therapy. I prefer a brief therapy approach in order to focus on the most pressing reason for a person seeking therapeutic services, however, I combine various methodologies in my treatment approach including but not not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Insight Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.

Psychotherapy is a process that encompasses your present-day difficulties, past experiences, and your desire for future change and growth. It attends to the thoughts and feelings of your internal life as well as to the health and intimacy of your connections with others. Together, we will work on the stuck and constricted emotional currents and relationship patterns that are keeping you in repetitive cycles. With compassion and candor, I help clients to find relief and insight, and to experience the expansive quality of greater self-knowledge, meaning and purpose in their lives.

I help my clients develop new insights and emotional skills with an honest and direct approach. I can help you through this difficult time with genuine care, kindness, and honesty. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is key to successful therapy. Together, we will work to better understand the nature of your current difficulties, we will find a better way through.

As an experienced therapist,I have been successful in helping many people of all ages with emotional and life-stage adjustment problems. I have a strong background in assisting people with relationship problems, family matters and work issues. I help people to learn strategies for managing stress, work through loss, and resolve interpersonal conflicts.

Its a pleasure to welcome you to my page! Please feel free to call if you are ready to book your first session. Seeking a counselor can be very challenging but this is the first move forward, and its a decision that will impact your life. There are few things to help you decide if we are a good match. I can provide support, with depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, life coaching, substance abuse and addiction, anger management... I look forward to working with you.

*NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing therapy for adults. I offer safe, non judgmental space and guidance through presenting issues. I believe in meeting Individuals where they are at and working with them in the NOW to increase the quality of their life. I implement individualized treatment planing and utilize variety of approaches based on ones needs. I have been working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and relationship issues. I also have experience working with children on Autism spectrum and with children with increased emotional needs.

We all go through periods of intense stress, worry, or sadness. If you're finding it difficult to cope, therapy can help you grow through these experiences, toward fulfillment. In my work, I've found that people are most open to exploration and change when they have a partner they trust in that process. I give my clients tools to look at their experiences and emotions in the spirit of inquiry, and move past fear and avoidance.