Female Therapists in Brooklyn, NY

Life can be difficult, we all experience times of feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, hopeless and fearful. We often believe that seeking help is a sign of weakness, however, to struggle alone allow us to remain weak. The only way we can move in a different direction is to take action. Without action you will miss living your best life.My practice is geared towards women and young adults on a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues to name a few. I am here to support you on your journey to live a more authentic life. Creating a safe, non—judgmental space where you can tell your stories.

YOUR FEELINGS MATTER. YOU MATTER. It’s time to learn new ways of thinking about and tackling challenging life moments to be happy. Sometimes all you need is to shift your perspective on your current circumstances to achieve the level of happiness you so desire. We can help you do this as licensed therapists with lived experiences of being women of color (WOC).

Pls, include ins. carrier in message. Hello There, It takes a lot of courage to want something different. It is important to work with someone that makes you feel safe and empowered. Life is a series of cycles and at times challenges. My promise to you is to provide a non-judgmental and empowering space. I offer 20 plus years of experience. Your insight during the session will help guide our course towards your goals. I want you to feel strong where you stand and confident moving forward. I am an LCSW and Professional Coach. This powerful combination encourages understanding of past choices and behaviors but always looking forward.

I am a teacher, psychotherapist, and priestess devoted to the expansion of women 's circles. I hold sacred space for women creatives and their natural capacity to cross-pollinate the inner & outer worlds. I love symbolic language, archetype & story, and I have been a student of soul travel & dreamwork since childhood. My role in our work together is to lovingly witness your multidimensional nature and to call forth your innate wisdom & specific medicine. The Sacred Feminine guides every aspect of my life & work.

I use evidence based treatments in my private practice. DBT helps individuals with emotion regulation, distress tolerance and effective communication with a blend of mindfulness. I am also a Certified Emotion Focused Therapy couples therapists. In my work with couples I help them to understand their cycle and how they can become more emotionally connected. I use EMDR for individuals with trauma to help process traumatic memories and begin to lead more productive lives. I use CBT and mind body therapy for women who are going through infertility and loss.

Many women of all cultures are encouraged to be controlling or perfectionistic in all areas of their lives and over time, this can be a draining emotional experience. It can be easy to become stuck within the images and labels of womanhood that are forced upon us. If you are someone struggling to break out of those labels and want to live authentically, let’s work through that struggle together. I will be a therapist who allows you to release labels that no longer serve you and help you develop your unique identity. I believe that therapy should be a space where you can openly experiment with how you wish to show up in the world.

I have always been the person people come to talk to and my practice is a natural extension of myself. I strive to develop a trusting and comfortable clinical relationship with all my clients, where they process their various challenges, life changes, pains, uncertainties, and family dynamics. Thirty years of practice have taught me how incredibly resilient the most struggling individual can be given the genuine support of others and even without it. Building from my clients’ resilience and our clinical relationship, treatment evolves and mental health is found, strengthened, or regained.

Finding the right therapist can be a grueling task. It is crucial to choose someone you feel can help support your vision for transformation as well as helping to highlight areas for growth. My aim is to create an interactive empathetic place for you where we can forge new paths to improve emotional and mental health. In my practice, I have worked largely with adolescents, families, and LGBTQIA+ experiencing depression, women 's issues, anxiety, low self-esteem, family conflicts, relationship issues, life transitions, religious and cultural identity issues.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience treating adolescents and adults in a myriad of settings. In these roles, I've provided individualized therapy to support with relationship, academic, and interpersonal issues, among others. I've also done extensive social justice work with young women . In my practice, the relationship is the main healing agent in a therapeutic dynamic. I've found that clients seek largely to feel seen and heard, and that my role is to co-create a safe space for them to grow. I'm guided by the E. Dickinson quote, "I felt it shelter to speak to you."

There is a great deal of disappointment, loss, and social isolation due to this pandemic right now. I would be honored to work with you at this time. Sometimes situations become too difficult for us to handle on our own. Receiving support and guidance can be helpful in building self confidence and strength to handle situations and address conflicts. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, experienced in working with adults treating a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship conflicts, pregnancy, and divorce. I did my undergraduate work at Cornell University, and I received my Masters from NYU.

If you find yourself struggling with difficult relationships, rollercoaster emotions, sense of self/identity, practicing self-love, or learning how to feel comfortable in your own body after trauma, I encourage you to reach out. My team helps people learn how to be present and learn skills to handle the curveballs that life throws. We will identify and build upon your strengths, developing tools to manage your thoughts and feelings so you can fully live your life authentically. Our clients are often individuals who have experienced trauma (physical, emotional, sexual, spiritual, racial, neglect).

I am a clinical psychologist experienced in working with individuals and couples around a variety of emotional and life challenges, including grief and loss, trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, and substance abuse. I specialize in working with women and couples dealing with challenges around pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum depression/anxiety, and adjustment to parenting. I also see mothers and infants together to address issues in attachment and communication. My orientation is primarily psychodynamic and interpersonal, although I am trained in CBT, DBT, and CPT and do integrate these strategies as needed.

I believe that an individual’s current concerns are affected by their past experiences. I understand that culture plays an important role in the way individuals define, perceive, experience, and treat their difficulties. I recognize that topics related to mental wellbeing are stigmatized in society, but I firmly believe that therapy is not a luxury and should be available to anyone in need. I desire to create a safe and affirmative space for all by practicing empathy, non-judgment, and active listening.

Have you been feeling stuck in your thoughts and with no idea as to how you can change your circumstances? Whether you are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, or challenges within relationships like setting healthy boundaries, you have the ability to heal and break free from painful and destructive cycles. While balancing your career and navigating oppressive systems, we will work collaboratively to identify and establish healthier ways of functioning. I am committed to cultivating a therapeutic space that is anti-racist and safe for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, who deserve to be affirmed and respected.

I am passionate about creating a comfortable and validating therapeutic environment where you know that you are free to be your most honest and open self. I am genuinely invested in getting to know you while nonjudgmentally exploring and supporting your unique complexities and challenges. In a therapeutic relationship, I value down-to-earth communication, humor when appropriate, and authenticity. I hope that from the very first day we work together, you get the sense that you are no longer alone in carrying any burdens weighing on you. We will be a team and navigate everything together.

If you find yourself up late at night, worrying about the future, or dwelling in the past, I get it. Over my 10-year career, I've worked with both men and women in their 20s and 30s who feel stuck, which is leading them to experience anxiety, depression, and/or self esteem issues. In our sessions, you will gain a healthier perspective of yourself and your situation, form deeper friendships and relationships, learn to communicate more effectively, and live a life that is fulfilling and meaningful to YOU. There is a happier, more confident version of yourself that exists, perhaps you just need some help accessing it.

I strive to make my clients feel safe, comfortable, heard, and understood from our first session. I believe the connection between therapist and client is essential to emotional growth and change and to establishing a relationship with trust, warmth, honesty, and mutual respect. I help my clients to use their strengths to solve here- and- now problems. I also help to address more entrenched issues that are negatively affecting the ability to feel happy and to reach goals. My style is holistic, interactive and down-to-earth, and I focus on emphasizing the positive towards reaching goals.

Hi! To be honest, therapy can seem pretty daunting, but taking the time to explore your options is a beautiful first step towards prioritizing your mental health. Do you find yourself feeling emotionally drained, overwhelmed, anxious, and/or stuck? You are not alone; these feelings can feel burdensome and extremely uncomfortable. In a safe, supportive, and judgement-free environment I want to help you process and work *with* your feelings towards a healthier, more accepting emotional state. As a Black woman and therapist, I also aim to create culturally competent and culturally sensitive care, because nuance matters.

I specialize in psychotherapy for presenting clinical issues such as anxiety and depression which may result from stresses throughout the lifespan. . As a seasoned professional, I am experienced with the full range of human concerns, and am a down-to-earth, active, engaged therapist. My mission is to help others forward in their lives, and quickly identify their "stuck points" which may be rooted in earlier life trauma. I have an accessible style and a practical approach which is especially empowering to parents, to young adults of both genders, to new mothers, and with women who are assessing their options for change.

I work with individuals who want to gain insight into old patterns and make new and better decisions in their lives. I am passionate about working in partnership with folks who are undergoing difficult life changes and are managing stress, anxiety and/or trauma symptoms. I seek to prioritize a relationship of respect and collaboration to jointly support the natural healing process that is inside all of us. I primarily work with women and adolescents. I am bilingual in Spanish and English and I am sensitive to multicultural and multiethnic needs.