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Victoria Toscano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Depression and anxiety are some of the most debilitating conditions that a person can face. Caught in their grips we may feel overwhelmed and paralyzed. We may start to think that we are broken or that something is wrong with us. Not realizing that such conditions are far more common than we think. What makes it even more difficult is having nobody to speak to about our experience. You’ve dealt with this alone for long enough; let me show you that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Imagine the dark cloud of depression lifting from your mind. See your anxiety melting away like ice in the sun.
Lucia Larson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
The therapeutic space is one which asks people to approach difficult experiences, relationships, behaviors, emotions or parts of themselves, that for a multitude of reasons has been too painful or frightening to confront. My role is to partner with you in facing these difficulties, and provide a safe and empathic space in which exploration, increased insight and self awareness, make change possible. I address individual needs through integrating modalities such as CBT, DBT, skills/coping techniques, and psychodynamic psychotherapy. I am committed to working with clients towards the goals and growth they seek for themselves.
Miri Taub
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, and relationship issues? Have you experienced life transitions such as a breakup, loss of a loved one, or job loss? Everyone seeks therapy for personal reasons. I appreciate that therapy can feel daunting and overwhelming. I take time to get to know you and help you understand what you wish to gain from therapy. I work with you at your pace so you don't feel pressured or pushed. However, I believe that one needs to get out of their comfort zone to grow. Together, we explore ways to break through hurdles, obstacles & struggles. You will reach goals and achieve personal growth.
Julia K Deane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Julia Deane is a clinical social worker with over 9 years of experience working with children and adults. Much of her work has been with those experiencing social anxiety, separation anxiety, PTSD, depression, self-harm, substance abuse, domestic violence, body image issues, and issues of identity. Julia is training to become a somatic experiencing practitioner through Peter Levine's Somatic Experiencing International Institute. This modality helps people identify and discharge trauma in their bodies through psychotherapy.
Not accepting new clients
Jocelyne Danchick
Counselor, MA, MFA, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a New York licensed psychotherapist with over 10 years experience working in the field of mental health. I work with children, teens, families and adults. As a former professional dancer, I am particularly attuned to how we listen to our bodies and process stressful experiences.
Lori Litovsky
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Russian speaking Mental Health Counselor experienced at helping clients steer through feelings of anxiety, depression, hopelessness, low self-esteem, social skills, and other life-limiting issues. My knowledge and training may help you acquire the strength and skills necessary to overcome emotional and behavioral issues, and help set you on the path to a happier, healthier life. Together we will create a therapeutic alliance in our safe, judgement- free environment, and work towards problem-solving and goal-setting, for personal growth and development.
Not accepting new clients
Su Zhao
Counselor
Verified
Verified
I often hear this from my clients “I am an angry/depressed/anxious person!” However, your depression/anxiety/anger is just a part of you, it is not all of you. I am interested in exploring this angry/depressed/anxious part with you. But I encourage you to notice other parts in you that were forgotten or hidden. I will support you to be aware and utilize these other parts. I invite your creativity, curiosity and playfulness. I might ask you to be certain parts of you such as letting you speak from the angry part and exaggerate it! All the parts are invited and accepted in this safe space.
Molly Shea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If life has felt particularly hard or upsetting recently, know that you don’t have to navigate it alone. As a trauma-informed psychotherapist, I work with people living with anxiety, depression, grief and more. I frequently meet with adults who have experienced childhood trauma, helping them to understand past experiences and thrive in the present and future. My clients have often realized that their current coping skills are no longer working, and in seeking therapy are taking an important, difficult and necessary step to feel better.
Jamie Frankenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with adults in New York who are struggling with issues related to low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and relational trauma. With empathy and warmth, I work to create a comfortable, non-judgmental space to explore and understand how past experiences and relationships inform your current thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I offer guidance to help you deepen your awareness and understanding of what you want and need to alleviate symptoms and suffering and move towards living a more authentic, satisfying life.
Zev Elman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is not random. Sometimes we have this intuition in the midst of difficult situations but are not sure what to do with it. Turning points are usually waiting for us when we get inside the themes brought on by the difficulty. I work collaboratively on finding those points of insight, putting them into workable terms, and taking actionable steps with you. In practice, this happens via a combination of approaches I have found useful and effective. Including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Object Relations theory, and related models. I have several years of post-graduate institute training and experience.
Waitlist for new clients
Adam Twente
MS, MHC, LP
Verified
Verified
For everyone there are patterns in our relationships with ourselves and with others that often go unnoticed and unexplored. Through a psychodynamic and trauma-informed approach, I work with clients to identify these patterns and to develop insight so they can experience more emotional growth and well-being. Change can be hard and we often use avoidance as an ineffective coping mechanism.
Sarah Garramone
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC-LP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Anxiety can be a crushing experience that permeates through your life. It can show up as uncertainty, fear and constant self doubt; making it impossible to live a full meaningful and joyful life. It may show up in your relationships at work, at home and with friends. You've spent countless nights awake wondering how to rid yourself of this anxiety with minimal relief. I welcome you to take the next step in seeking support so that we can, together, help you reduce your anxiety and experience the liberation through developing coping skills, setting healthy boundaries and improving your ability to communicate.
Not accepting new clients
Carly O'Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
The world is a crazy, busy, complicated & overwhelming place these days. You’re managing the stress of career, family, health, and relationships on autopilot — wash, rinse, repeat. You’ve got little to no time to think about your own needs and tend to put everyone else first. You’re adjusting to a major life change or loss but barely have a moment to breathe, let alone process or make sense of it all. If you're a young professional, new parent, are managing a new or chronic health concern, are coping with a significant change, or just identify as a serial "overthinker," I can help you find more balance, and in turn, find your voice.
Jemaal Ian Alexander
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Many people struggle with mental health issues but are afraid or nervous to get the help that they need, all while unaware that this is a completely normal process. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to reduce that fear by providing a welcoming therapeutic environment hat allows each client to do the necessary work at their own pace. Said mental health issues may include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma as they can also manifest in anger management issues, self esteem concerns, difficulties with life transitions, relationship/intimacy concerns, imposter syndrome or more.
Daniel R Trager
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Over 20 years experience helping people work on becoming HAPPIER and more EFFECTIVE in their lives. Licensed NYC psychotherapist in full time private practice ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS in 2023. Specializing in adults of all ages who are seeking an INTERACTIVE and SUPPORTIVE therapist to help better manage their thoughts, feelings, relationships, and professional lives. My therapeutic style incorporates expert listening, constructive feedback, direct guidance, and creating an environment where you will feel comfortable to discuss your most personal thoughts and feelings.
Leslie Feigenbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Relationships aren’t easy. We all bring pain and patterns from our past into current relationships, making them feel loaded, tense, and stuck at times. It can be overwhelming trying to navigate strong emotions, betrayals, challenging life events, or just everyday disagreements. But with awareness and understanding we can let go of the constraints of the past and make changes in our interpersonal lives.
Lawrence Lovell
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Over the past 10 years of being in the mental health field providing over 10,000 hours of therapy, what I enjoy most about my work is that it has helped those I serve to increase their awareness and ability to cope with both empowering education and tools to move confidently in all areas of their life. I often tell clients, friends, and family, "we all benefit from support and guidance."
Brooklyn, NY 11226
& Online
Brittany Butts - Jamron Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
No matter what path we take in life, we will be met with suffering and hardship along the way. This is a natural aspect of the human condition. My goal as a Therapist is to assist you with identifying how your suffering manifests (whether it be due to depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, life change etc.) and the variety of ways in which you can cope with the distressing situations in your life.
Leah McLaughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
The decision to see a therapist is one of the most important ones you can make, because it means you have decided to change the course of your emotional life. All humans are wired to feel emotions deeply, and sometimes we can be overwhelmed by their power. I understand how difficult it can be to live with depression or anxiety, and I want you to know that you are not alone in your struggles. These are common and treatable conditions that can significantly impact your daily life and well-being. It takes a lot of courage to seek therapy, and I am here to support you and help you find relief from your symptoms.
M. Rayven Owens
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, BC-TMH
Verified
Verified
Hello! My name is Mary Rayven Owens and I am a Transpersonal Psychologist, NYS Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider. In addition to my clinical license, I am also trained and certified in Transpersonal Therapy from the International Institute for Consciousness Exploration and Psychotherapy in the Black Forest, Freiburg, Germany. I conduct individual, group and couples counseling to treat past/current traumas among other mental health dis-tressors. I cater to an inclusive clientele and I especially welcome members of the LGBTQQ, elder and NYPD community.
Brooklyn, NY 11213
& Online
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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.