First Health Therapists in Brooklyn, NY

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Eliana Samson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Serves Area
Are you feeling lost, stuck, unmotivated, or inhibited in some way? Do you have difficulty coping with stress, anxiety, or negative thoughts? Do you want to explore your past, inner world, and relationship patterns? You may want to change your life, but you're not sure how or what to change. Perhaps you feel like you're not living in alignment with who you really are, or that there's something blocking you from reaching your potential. You may have trouble managing your emotions, thoughts, or relationships. You may want a place to unpack your history and develop a better understanding of yourself.
Are you feeling lost, stuck, unmotivated, or inhibited in some way? Do you have difficulty coping with stress, anxiety, or negative thoughts? Do you want to explore your past, inner world, and relationship patterns? You may want to change your life, but you're not sure how or what to change. Perhaps you feel like you're not living in alignment with who you really are, or that there's something blocking you from reaching your potential. You may have trouble managing your emotions, thoughts, or relationships. You may want a place to unpack your history and develop a better understanding of yourself.
(347) 407-8784 View (347) 407-8784
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Brian Boyle
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, ESQ
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Navigating stress, anxiety, or a major life shift can feel overwhelming. I help individuals manage anxiety, stress, career transitions, and burnout using a practical, down-to-earth approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Whether you're feeling stuck in your career, battling racing thoughts, or just trying to regain a sense of control, therapy can help. My style is collaborative and tailored to your needs. We’ll work together to build insight, set meaningful goals, and develop tools you can actually use in daily life.
Navigating stress, anxiety, or a major life shift can feel overwhelming. I help individuals manage anxiety, stress, career transitions, and burnout using a practical, down-to-earth approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Whether you're feeling stuck in your career, battling racing thoughts, or just trying to regain a sense of control, therapy can help. My style is collaborative and tailored to your needs. We’ll work together to build insight, set meaningful goals, and develop tools you can actually use in daily life.
(646) 846-0538 View (646) 846-0538
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Joel R Gavriele-Gold
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
I am very fortunate to combine my three loves: people, psychology and dogs. Over the years my dogs have accompanied me to my office and have been of great therapeutic value and pleasure in their interaction with patients of all ages. Therapy is an exciting adventure in which therapist and patient agree to explore the patient's life, dreams, problems, fears, hopes and aspirations. As therapist it is my responsibility to guide: sometimes lead, share and always to jointly explore who the individual is. While everyones' therapy is different, therapy is the opportunity to pull ones' life together and develop the courage to change.
I am very fortunate to combine my three loves: people, psychology and dogs. Over the years my dogs have accompanied me to my office and have been of great therapeutic value and pleasure in their interaction with patients of all ages. Therapy is an exciting adventure in which therapist and patient agree to explore the patient's life, dreams, problems, fears, hopes and aspirations. As therapist it is my responsibility to guide: sometimes lead, share and always to jointly explore who the individual is. While everyones' therapy is different, therapy is the opportunity to pull ones' life together and develop the courage to change.
(646) 362-1229 View (646) 362-1229
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Lisa Boselli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck—whether due to past trauma, overwhelming anxiety, depression, negative thought patterns, or a sense that something just isn’t right. They may struggle with self-esteem, emotional regulation, or relationships, and they’re ready to explore what’s holding them back. They want to feel more grounded, confident, and in control of their lives. What they need is a space where they feel safe, understood, and empowered to move forward. Through EMDR, CBT, and person-centered therapy, we work together to uncover the root of your pain, shift unhelpful beliefs, and create lasting emotional change.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck—whether due to past trauma, overwhelming anxiety, depression, negative thought patterns, or a sense that something just isn’t right. They may struggle with self-esteem, emotional regulation, or relationships, and they’re ready to explore what’s holding them back. They want to feel more grounded, confident, and in control of their lives. What they need is a space where they feel safe, understood, and empowered to move forward. Through EMDR, CBT, and person-centered therapy, we work together to uncover the root of your pain, shift unhelpful beliefs, and create lasting emotional change.
(646) 624-8819 View (646) 624-8819
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Catherine Nicole Frias-Johnson
Counselor, LMHC, DP
10 Endorsed
Online Only
When you're navigating a major life transition, struggling in your relationships, or feeling overwhelmed by day-to-day stress, you don’t have to go through it alone. I strive to offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can safely explore what’s beneath the surface and begin the process of emotional healing. My work with adults centers on helping clients uncover unconscious patterns, process repressed emotions, and reconnect with their inner sense of self. I have a particular passion for supporting mothers who are navigating identity shifts, relationship challenges, or the emotional weight of caregiving.
When you're navigating a major life transition, struggling in your relationships, or feeling overwhelmed by day-to-day stress, you don’t have to go through it alone. I strive to offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can safely explore what’s beneath the surface and begin the process of emotional healing. My work with adults centers on helping clients uncover unconscious patterns, process repressed emotions, and reconnect with their inner sense of self. I have a particular passion for supporting mothers who are navigating identity shifts, relationship challenges, or the emotional weight of caregiving.
(646) 798-2809 View (646) 798-2809
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Mariah Okenwa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If opening up feels like too much—or you've been hurt when you tried before—I see you. Maybe you're carrying years of pain, disappointment, or silence. Maybe you're exhausted from pretending to be okay. You're not broken. You're not too much. You're just tired of holding it all alone. You want to feel seen, heard, and safe. To finally let your guard down without fear. You’re longing for peace, for connection, for healing that actually sticks—and I want to walk with you through that. You don’t have to carry it by yourself anymore.
If opening up feels like too much—or you've been hurt when you tried before—I see you. Maybe you're carrying years of pain, disappointment, or silence. Maybe you're exhausted from pretending to be okay. You're not broken. You're not too much. You're just tired of holding it all alone. You want to feel seen, heard, and safe. To finally let your guard down without fear. You’re longing for peace, for connection, for healing that actually sticks—and I want to walk with you through that. You don’t have to carry it by yourself anymore.
(716) 356-2470 View (716) 356-2470
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Angely M. Paulino
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
As a therapist embodying diverse identities, I understand the complexities and challenges of striving for a life of authenticity. This perspective deepens my appreciation for how intersecting identities shape our experiences. As such, I draw from these insights to honor each individual's unique narrative and foster their sense of agency and autonomy.
As a therapist embodying diverse identities, I understand the complexities and challenges of striving for a life of authenticity. This perspective deepens my appreciation for how intersecting identities shape our experiences. As such, I draw from these insights to honor each individual's unique narrative and foster their sense of agency and autonomy.
(929) 605-1636 View (929) 605-1636
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Hanna Chaudhry
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Hanna, an LMSW offering both in-person and virtual therapy for adults across New York. I specialize in supporting young adults and adults as they navigate a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, grief, trauma, workplace stress, identity exploration, and relationship or family challenges. Empathy, empowerment, and self-awareness are the cornerstones of my practice. I aim to create a collaborative and supportive space where you can grow in alignment with your personal goals and values.
Hi, I'm Hanna, an LMSW offering both in-person and virtual therapy for adults across New York. I specialize in supporting young adults and adults as they navigate a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, grief, trauma, workplace stress, identity exploration, and relationship or family challenges. Empathy, empowerment, and self-awareness are the cornerstones of my practice. I aim to create a collaborative and supportive space where you can grow in alignment with your personal goals and values.
(646) 849-5563 View (646) 849-5563
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Footprints Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Serves Area
Many clients come to us feeling anxious, depressed, or stuck after trauma or life transitions. At Footprints Mental Health, we provide a safe space to explore these challenges with empathy and understanding. Using evidence-based therapies, we help you build coping skills, resilience, and self-awareness. Every session is personalized, fostering hope, growth, and meaningful change on your journey toward emotional well-being.
Many clients come to us feeling anxious, depressed, or stuck after trauma or life transitions. At Footprints Mental Health, we provide a safe space to explore these challenges with empathy and understanding. Using evidence-based therapies, we help you build coping skills, resilience, and self-awareness. Every session is personalized, fostering hope, growth, and meaningful change on your journey toward emotional well-being.
(917) 352-3625 View (917) 352-3625
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Vero Sun
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Serves Area
Every day, I am inspired by the courage and strength of my clients. Bearing witness to their progress and being part of their journey of fulfillment is a profound honor. As Irvin Yalom poignantly stated, "The act of revealing oneself fully to another and still being accepted may be the major vehicle of therapeutic help." I am here to listen, support, and guide you every step of the way, helping you embrace the here and now and unlock your inner strength. I view therapy as a collaborative endeavor, where we work in concert to uncover patterns, build coping strategies, and foster personal growth.
Every day, I am inspired by the courage and strength of my clients. Bearing witness to their progress and being part of their journey of fulfillment is a profound honor. As Irvin Yalom poignantly stated, "The act of revealing oneself fully to another and still being accepted may be the major vehicle of therapeutic help." I am here to listen, support, and guide you every step of the way, helping you embrace the here and now and unlock your inner strength. I view therapy as a collaborative endeavor, where we work in concert to uncover patterns, build coping strategies, and foster personal growth.
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Lexi Cacace
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Online Only
Lexi earned her Master’s degree from CUNY College of Staten Island in January 2026. Lexi has been providing counseling services for several years and primarily worked with adults in a private practice setting, supporting individuals navigating mood disorders, personality disorders, life transitions, and related challenges. Lexi's training includes experience in both private practice and a hospital setting, giving her a well-rounded clinical perspective.
Lexi earned her Master’s degree from CUNY College of Staten Island in January 2026. Lexi has been providing counseling services for several years and primarily worked with adults in a private practice setting, supporting individuals navigating mood disorders, personality disorders, life transitions, and related challenges. Lexi's training includes experience in both private practice and a hospital setting, giving her a well-rounded clinical perspective.
(516) 585-3586 View (516) 585-3586
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Richard Griff
Psychologist, PsyD
Online Only
Dr. Griff is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with a specialization: Trauma Psychology, Anger and Impulse Control Disorders, Child Psychology, Sports/Performance Psychology, and Health Psychology. He also offers executive coaching services and services individuals with both chronic physical illnesses. Furthermore, Dr. Griff can provide psychological services to first responders, law enforcement, and military. He has experienced in providing a multitude of services as he was trained by the United Nations and has worked with the US military and professional athletes.
Dr. Griff is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with a specialization: Trauma Psychology, Anger and Impulse Control Disorders, Child Psychology, Sports/Performance Psychology, and Health Psychology. He also offers executive coaching services and services individuals with both chronic physical illnesses. Furthermore, Dr. Griff can provide psychological services to first responders, law enforcement, and military. He has experienced in providing a multitude of services as he was trained by the United Nations and has worked with the US military and professional athletes.
(347) 673-0753 View (347) 673-0753
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David Anthony Elliott
Counselor, MA, LMHC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome! My name is David Elliott and I have worked in a variety of settings dealing with intergenerational and complex trauma. My experience spans from early intervention to community mental health clinics, providing counseling services to all individuals. I have found that across all settings and people, the most important aspect of therapy is developing a relationship in which the client feels safe, respected, and held accountable. I am passionate about mental health and can recognize the impact emotions and daily traumas can have mentally. My mission is to help you enhance your quality of life.
Welcome! My name is David Elliott and I have worked in a variety of settings dealing with intergenerational and complex trauma. My experience spans from early intervention to community mental health clinics, providing counseling services to all individuals. I have found that across all settings and people, the most important aspect of therapy is developing a relationship in which the client feels safe, respected, and held accountable. I am passionate about mental health and can recognize the impact emotions and daily traumas can have mentally. My mission is to help you enhance your quality of life.
(646) 693-3349 View (646) 693-3349
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Kaylee Franco
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when navigating trauma, perinatal challenges, anxiety, depression, or major life transitions. You don’t have to face it alone. I offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel truly seen and heard without judgment. Together, we’ll process difficult experiences, build practical coping skills, and strengthen your sense of resilience and self-trust. My goal is to help you create meaningful, lasting change while feeling empowered, understood, and confident in your path forward.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when navigating trauma, perinatal challenges, anxiety, depression, or major life transitions. You don’t have to face it alone. I offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel truly seen and heard without judgment. Together, we’ll process difficult experiences, build practical coping skills, and strengthen your sense of resilience and self-trust. My goal is to help you create meaningful, lasting change while feeling empowered, understood, and confident in your path forward.
(914) 506-4829 View (914) 506-4829
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Yarisbel Santos
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
Therapy can be a deeply transformational experience, my main goal in working with clients is to create an environment where we can explore and challenge beliefs that no longer serve us, make room to hold deep emotional truths, and create new patterns of behavior that align with the person you want to be. I specialize in working with queer adults living with anxiety, depression, relational issues, and trauma.
Therapy can be a deeply transformational experience, my main goal in working with clients is to create an environment where we can explore and challenge beliefs that no longer serve us, make room to hold deep emotional truths, and create new patterns of behavior that align with the person you want to be. I specialize in working with queer adults living with anxiety, depression, relational issues, and trauma.
(718) 568-8494 View (718) 568-8494
Michael DeMarco
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(877) 515-8113 View (877) 515-8113
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Alexandra K Milak
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC-LP
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Not accepting new clients
Seeking therapy is a courageous act of self love; it is a commitment to an understanding of self and others without judgment, an essential step toward growth, healing, and quality relationships. I provide psychotherapy to a diverse population of clients, specializing in areas such as survivors of trauma, family issues, chronic illness, and grief. My practice is rooted in principles of affirmation, intersectional justice, harm reduction, and embodiment and holds the position that social oppressions and systemic problems operate as barriers to wellness.
Seeking therapy is a courageous act of self love; it is a commitment to an understanding of self and others without judgment, an essential step toward growth, healing, and quality relationships. I provide psychotherapy to a diverse population of clients, specializing in areas such as survivors of trauma, family issues, chronic illness, and grief. My practice is rooted in principles of affirmation, intersectional justice, harm reduction, and embodiment and holds the position that social oppressions and systemic problems operate as barriers to wellness.
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Queen Validum
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11209
Not accepting new clients
With a degree in marriage and family therapy, my goal is to make you feel truly heard as we explore how any patterns may be shaping your present. I will offer a professional, yet down-to-earth approach when helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges. I understand that life can feel overwhelming—whether you're struggling in relationships, battling anxiety, facing the realities of single parenting, or just feeling lost. Together, we’ll work toward healing, breaking unhealthy cycles, and building stronger, more fulfilling relationships so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
With a degree in marriage and family therapy, my goal is to make you feel truly heard as we explore how any patterns may be shaping your present. I will offer a professional, yet down-to-earth approach when helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges. I understand that life can feel overwhelming—whether you're struggling in relationships, battling anxiety, facing the realities of single parenting, or just feeling lost. Together, we’ll work toward healing, breaking unhealthy cycles, and building stronger, more fulfilling relationships so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
(929) 410-5226 View (929) 410-5226
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Marleine Marcelin
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, EdM
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
You’re here because something in your life isn't quite working, and you’re ready to explore what healing can look like. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, identity questions, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative. I create space for people to feel seen and heard, while also supporting them in gaining insight and making meaningful changes. Whether you're facing current stress or working through past experiences, we’ll move at a pace that feels safe and empowering for you.
You’re here because something in your life isn't quite working, and you’re ready to explore what healing can look like. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, identity questions, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative. I create space for people to feel seen and heard, while also supporting them in gaining insight and making meaningful changes. Whether you're facing current stress or working through past experiences, we’ll move at a pace that feels safe and empowering for you.
(929) 416-3966 View (929) 416-3966
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Sadia Qureshi
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-I
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Maybe you need help making a change in your life. Or maybe you are tired of the negative ways that you talk to yourself. You might be battling depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, trauma, disordered eating, or something else entirely. If this sounds like you, you are not alone. I accept both in-network and out-of-network insurances. The insurances that I am in-network with are listed below. I work with children, teens, and adults. I can provide individual or couples therapy.
Maybe you need help making a change in your life. Or maybe you are tired of the negative ways that you talk to yourself. You might be battling depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, trauma, disordered eating, or something else entirely. If this sounds like you, you are not alone. I accept both in-network and out-of-network insurances. The insurances that I am in-network with are listed below. I work with children, teens, and adults. I can provide individual or couples therapy.
(347) 682-2861 View (347) 682-2861

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