Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
My ideal client feels stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves or their purpose. They may wrestle with anxiety, self-doubt, or unresolved trauma, especially during life transitions. They’re seeking clarity, healing, and lasting tools for change. Their goals include breaking unhelpful patterns, deepening self-understanding, and building more authentic, empowered lives. Beneath the struggle, they believe growth is possible—and they’re ready to begin.
My ideal client feels stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves or their purpose. They may wrestle with anxiety, self-doubt, or unresolved trauma, especially during life transitions. They’re seeking clarity, healing, and lasting tools for change. Their goals include breaking unhelpful patterns, deepening self-understanding, and building more authentic, empowered lives. Beneath the struggle, they believe growth is possible—and they’re ready to begin.
My number one priority is offer you a non-judgmental and a safe space . The safer you feel, the more we can learn to trust each other- and the further we can go together on the journey toward the life you want. I use a strengths-based approach to help you find peace - that means I’ll always be looking for things you’re doing right, not things you’re doing wrong. I will help you find your own strength and cultivate resilience through the ups and downs of life.
My number one priority is offer you a non-judgmental and a safe space . The safer you feel, the more we can learn to trust each other- and the further we can go together on the journey toward the life you want. I use a strengths-based approach to help you find peace - that means I’ll always be looking for things you’re doing right, not things you’re doing wrong. I will help you find your own strength and cultivate resilience through the ups and downs of life.
Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or ADHD, I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion and practical tools. I believe that therapy is a space for growth, and I work best with clients who are open to collaboration, even if they're unsure where to start. Together, we’ll explore your concerns, uncover your goals, and build coping strategies that improve your daily life. You don’t have to have it all figured out—I just ask that you come with honesty and a willingness to explore. Healing begins with a conversation, and I’m here to help guide the way.
Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or ADHD, I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion and practical tools. I believe that therapy is a space for growth, and I work best with clients who are open to collaboration, even if they're unsure where to start. Together, we’ll explore your concerns, uncover your goals, and build coping strategies that improve your daily life. You don’t have to have it all figured out—I just ask that you come with honesty and a willingness to explore. Healing begins with a conversation, and I’m here to help guide the way.
Are you experiencing difficulties in establishing a healthy work-life balance amidst the demands of your environment. I provide a confidential and supportive space where individuals can process their experiences and develop effective coping strategies. My focus is on helping you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, improve your mental health, and build resilience. Together, we will work towards empowering you on your journey and fostering a sense of hope for your future. I invite you to take this important step toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Are you experiencing difficulties in establishing a healthy work-life balance amidst the demands of your environment. I provide a confidential and supportive space where individuals can process their experiences and develop effective coping strategies. My focus is on helping you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, improve your mental health, and build resilience. Together, we will work towards empowering you on your journey and fostering a sense of hope for your future. I invite you to take this important step toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
I'm excited to provide you with the resources you need for your personal and professional success!
I'm excited to provide you with the resources you need for your personal and professional success!
For nearly 10 years, clients have chosen to work with us because we offer an affordable therapy program with sliding-scale options designed to make thoughtful, high-quality mental health care more accessible. Many people want the depth, privacy, and flexibility of self-pay therapy but worry about the financial commitment. Our goal is to expand access to meaningful therapeutic support while still providing expert, personalized care that feels attentive and tailored to each individual.
For nearly 10 years, clients have chosen to work with us because we offer an affordable therapy program with sliding-scale options designed to make thoughtful, high-quality mental health care more accessible. Many people want the depth, privacy, and flexibility of self-pay therapy but worry about the financial commitment. Our goal is to expand access to meaningful therapeutic support while still providing expert, personalized care that feels attentive and tailored to each individual.
I specialize in working with teenagers and young to middle-aged adults. We can sometimes feel lonely, misunderstood, overwhelmed or even embarrassed when it comes to our inner thoughts, feelings or struggles. We might have difficulty figuring out exactly what it is that is making us feel the way we do. If you’re experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, relationship/family dynamic issues, currently going through a life transition, or are just feeling overwhelmed, I am eager to assist and be part of your journey of self-awareness. Together, we will create goals and find tools specific to you and help you live your best life.
I specialize in working with teenagers and young to middle-aged adults. We can sometimes feel lonely, misunderstood, overwhelmed or even embarrassed when it comes to our inner thoughts, feelings or struggles. We might have difficulty figuring out exactly what it is that is making us feel the way we do. If you’re experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, relationship/family dynamic issues, currently going through a life transition, or are just feeling overwhelmed, I am eager to assist and be part of your journey of self-awareness. Together, we will create goals and find tools specific to you and help you live your best life.
Patients that I meet with will receive a full range of psychotherapy services. I provide parenting counseling, relationship counseling, cognitive therapy, group therapy, psychoanalysis, and anger management. Psychotherapy is available for issues including anxiety, depression, substance abuse as well as eating disorders, couples therapy, individual and family therapy. HIV pre and post counseling, postpartum depression, court mandated treatment, phobias/panic attack, autism, Asperger, ADHD/ ADD, and OCD are a few of the presenting issues I specialize in with over 40 years of experience.
Patients that I meet with will receive a full range of psychotherapy services. I provide parenting counseling, relationship counseling, cognitive therapy, group therapy, psychoanalysis, and anger management. Psychotherapy is available for issues including anxiety, depression, substance abuse as well as eating disorders, couples therapy, individual and family therapy. HIV pre and post counseling, postpartum depression, court mandated treatment, phobias/panic attack, autism, Asperger, ADHD/ ADD, and OCD are a few of the presenting issues I specialize in with over 40 years of experience.
You have the strength to face what’s ahead — and you don’t have to do it alone.
I work with teens and adults to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and truly seen. Together, we’ll deepen your self-understanding, break unhelpful patterns, and build healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges.
I believe in a collaborative, personalized approach to therapy because everyone’s path to healing looks different. I welcome clients of all identities and backgrounds and strive to lead with warmth, curiosity, and empathy in every session.
You have the strength to face what’s ahead — and you don’t have to do it alone.
I work with teens and adults to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and truly seen. Together, we’ll deepen your self-understanding, break unhelpful patterns, and build healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges.
I believe in a collaborative, personalized approach to therapy because everyone’s path to healing looks different. I welcome clients of all identities and backgrounds and strive to lead with warmth, curiosity, and empathy in every session.
Is overthinking an issue? If anxiety, low mood, or constant overthinking have been weighing you down, you’re not alone. Stress can easily take over, but it doesn’t have to. I help teens, adults, and older adults recognize the patterns that keep them stuck and find practical ways to feel grounded again. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we’ll challenge unhelpful thoughts, strengthen balance, and build habits that make life feel lighter.
Is overthinking an issue? If anxiety, low mood, or constant overthinking have been weighing you down, you’re not alone. Stress can easily take over, but it doesn’t have to. I help teens, adults, and older adults recognize the patterns that keep them stuck and find practical ways to feel grounded again. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we’ll challenge unhelpful thoughts, strengthen balance, and build habits that make life feel lighter.
Coming to therapy is a very courageous step and I want to explore and address different aspects of our lives. It is possible that clients may experience feelings of empowerment sometimes, or feelings of distress and overwhelmingness. I look to provide an open, comfortable, and safe space for all of my clients.
Coming to therapy is a very courageous step and I want to explore and address different aspects of our lives. It is possible that clients may experience feelings of empowerment sometimes, or feelings of distress and overwhelmingness. I look to provide an open, comfortable, and safe space for all of my clients.
Frances is a passionate mental health clinician with a Master’s in from Columbia University and a Bachelor’s from New York University. She specializes in supporting women, AAPI and LGBTQIA+ communities, non-traditional couples, and immigrant adolescents and families. She also offers services in both Mandarin and English. Frances believes therapy is more than a conversation – it is a journey of of advocacy, empowerment, and the exciting creation of a life that’s authentically yours.
Frances is a passionate mental health clinician with a Master’s in from Columbia University and a Bachelor’s from New York University. She specializes in supporting women, AAPI and LGBTQIA+ communities, non-traditional couples, and immigrant adolescents and families. She also offers services in both Mandarin and English. Frances believes therapy is more than a conversation – it is a journey of of advocacy, empowerment, and the exciting creation of a life that’s authentically yours.
Life can be difficult at times and during those times we may benefit from support and guidance. Clients that are having a difficult time transitioning between life events, clients that are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, attachment work and perinatal care may reach out to me for support.
Life can be difficult at times and during those times we may benefit from support and guidance. Clients that are having a difficult time transitioning between life events, clients that are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, attachment work and perinatal care may reach out to me for support.
I work with children and adults who are looking for a space to explore and process current or past issues, free of shame or judgment. I have worked across a variety of treatment spaces and have worked with a wide range of ages, identities, and backgrounds. In working together, I look to cultivate a therapeutic space where we can bring awareness and curiosity to patterns or behaviors that may no longer be serving you or your child. We all deserve a space where we can be our most authentic selves, and where ourselves can be met with warmth and compassion. This is what I hope we can achieve in our time together.
I work with children and adults who are looking for a space to explore and process current or past issues, free of shame or judgment. I have worked across a variety of treatment spaces and have worked with a wide range of ages, identities, and backgrounds. In working together, I look to cultivate a therapeutic space where we can bring awareness and curiosity to patterns or behaviors that may no longer be serving you or your child. We all deserve a space where we can be our most authentic selves, and where ourselves can be met with warmth and compassion. This is what I hope we can achieve in our time together.
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, I am here to support you with compassion and a supportive path forward. As a therapist, I believe healing begins in a safe, collaborative relationship—one grounded in trust, warmth and a healthy dose of humor. My approach is person-centered and strength-based. I will meet you where you are without judgment. I work with adolescents, adults, families, and couples navigating a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, school related issues, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, I am here to support you with compassion and a supportive path forward. As a therapist, I believe healing begins in a safe, collaborative relationship—one grounded in trust, warmth and a healthy dose of humor. My approach is person-centered and strength-based. I will meet you where you are without judgment. I work with adolescents, adults, families, and couples navigating a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, school related issues, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.
I prefer to use a holistic approach and look to partner with you in the way in which you'd like treatment to proceed. I have been successful working with clients experiencing issues surrounding identity, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ exploration and affirmation, among many others. You can expect to sit with someone who cares about you and what you are currently going through. With a warm and humorous approach we can reach together a space in which you feel comfortable exploring your needs.
Tambien estoy lista para explorar lo que sientes y necesitas en español.
I prefer to use a holistic approach and look to partner with you in the way in which you'd like treatment to proceed. I have been successful working with clients experiencing issues surrounding identity, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ exploration and affirmation, among many others. You can expect to sit with someone who cares about you and what you are currently going through. With a warm and humorous approach we can reach together a space in which you feel comfortable exploring your needs.
Tambien estoy lista para explorar lo que sientes y necesitas en español.
Dr. Steven Fried is the Founder and Director of New Pathways Counseling Center. He is a Licensed Psychologist and has been in private practice for nearly 30 years. He is a Certified School Psychologist, has Post-Graduate Certification in Family Therapy, and is considered an expert in psychological testing. Dr. Fried is a published author, has been on the faculty at NYU for 25 years and a consultant at Brooklyn Hospital. He also helped coordinate the delivery of emergency mental health services and supervised dozens of practitioners in the aftermath of the World Trade Center attack. Dr. Fried obtained his Ph.D. at Hofstra University.
Dr. Steven Fried is the Founder and Director of New Pathways Counseling Center. He is a Licensed Psychologist and has been in private practice for nearly 30 years. He is a Certified School Psychologist, has Post-Graduate Certification in Family Therapy, and is considered an expert in psychological testing. Dr. Fried is a published author, has been on the faculty at NYU for 25 years and a consultant at Brooklyn Hospital. He also helped coordinate the delivery of emergency mental health services and supervised dozens of practitioners in the aftermath of the World Trade Center attack. Dr. Fried obtained his Ph.D. at Hofstra University.
As an Asian American gay man who grew up in the US South, my own lived experiences have deeply shaped my compassion for those navigating questions of identity, belonging, self-worth, and authenticity. I understand what it feels like to move through spaces where essential parts of yourself feel unseen, fragmented, or difficult to express. Many of my clients have spent much of their lives feeling misunderstood, emotionally alone, or pressured to fit into limiting boxes that never reflected their truest essence. Thus, I strive to create a therapeutic relationship that feels tender, emotionally attuned, collaborative, and deeply human.
As an Asian American gay man who grew up in the US South, my own lived experiences have deeply shaped my compassion for those navigating questions of identity, belonging, self-worth, and authenticity. I understand what it feels like to move through spaces where essential parts of yourself feel unseen, fragmented, or difficult to express. Many of my clients have spent much of their lives feeling misunderstood, emotionally alone, or pressured to fit into limiting boxes that never reflected their truest essence. Thus, I strive to create a therapeutic relationship that feels tender, emotionally attuned, collaborative, and deeply human.
I believe therapy is a place to find both safety and challenge. A space where you can be fully seen and supported in making meaningful change. Therapy should be a collaborative process, and I work closely with my clients to develop customized treatment plans that meet their unique needs. I specialize in supporting adults and young adults navigating anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, OCD, complex PTSD, relationship challenges, and major life transitions.
I believe therapy is a place to find both safety and challenge. A space where you can be fully seen and supported in making meaningful change. Therapy should be a collaborative process, and I work closely with my clients to develop customized treatment plans that meet their unique needs. I specialize in supporting adults and young adults navigating anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, OCD, complex PTSD, relationship challenges, and major life transitions.
I help adults struggling with anxiety, OCD, rumination, panic, depression, trauma (C-PTSD/PTSD), ADHD, and chronic pain (like headaches or back pain) find relief and reconnect with themselves. Many of my clients grew up with emotionally immature, critical, neglectful, or self-involved parents, feel pressure to be perfect or “good,” and are outwardly successful but inwardly suffering. I also specialize in therapy for narcissistic abuse, codependency, relationship anxiety/R-OCD, relationship trauma, and recovery from high-control or religious environments.
I help adults struggling with anxiety, OCD, rumination, panic, depression, trauma (C-PTSD/PTSD), ADHD, and chronic pain (like headaches or back pain) find relief and reconnect with themselves. Many of my clients grew up with emotionally immature, critical, neglectful, or self-involved parents, feel pressure to be perfect or “good,” and are outwardly successful but inwardly suffering. I also specialize in therapy for narcissistic abuse, codependency, relationship anxiety/R-OCD, relationship trauma, and recovery from high-control or religious environments.
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