Native American Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
My specialty is helping people untangle themselves from past patterns by creating a safe space for them to open up and be themselves. We will work together to help you better understand the issues and feelings that keep arising, to uncover what they are trying to reveal. I believe in doing this exploration at the speed of trust.
I draw from psychodynamic and existential-humanistic approaches, inviting you to see your life’s ongoing journey as an endless source of wisdom.
My specialty is helping people untangle themselves from past patterns by creating a safe space for them to open up and be themselves. We will work together to help you better understand the issues and feelings that keep arising, to uncover what they are trying to reveal. I believe in doing this exploration at the speed of trust.
I draw from psychodynamic and existential-humanistic approaches, inviting you to see your life’s ongoing journey as an endless source of wisdom.
Are you constantly navigating high expectations—whether from family, culture, or yourself—while quietly carrying the weight of anxiety, self-doubt, or feeling like you're not doing enough? Maybe you're a first-generation individual trying to balance your identity with obligations at home, or someone from a marginalized background managing the emotional toll of always having to "push through." You might be looking for a therapist who truly sees you, hears you, and understands the unique complexity of your experience.
Are you constantly navigating high expectations—whether from family, culture, or yourself—while quietly carrying the weight of anxiety, self-doubt, or feeling like you're not doing enough? Maybe you're a first-generation individual trying to balance your identity with obligations at home, or someone from a marginalized background managing the emotional toll of always having to "push through." You might be looking for a therapist who truly sees you, hears you, and understands the unique complexity of your experience.
You might be carrying grief or anxiety that didn’t begin with you—patterns in ancestral stories still unfolding. Maybe you’re navigating life at the intersections of race, queerness, migration, or spiritual awakening, and you’re seeking a healing space that honors all of you.
You might be carrying grief or anxiety that didn’t begin with you—patterns in ancestral stories still unfolding. Maybe you’re navigating life at the intersections of race, queerness, migration, or spiritual awakening, and you’re seeking a healing space that honors all of you.
I am a licensed psychologist in New York and New Jersey, offering virtual therapy across the U.S., with a practice grounded in diversity, inclusivity, and expertise in existential and spiritual concerns.
Healing isn’t about just coping. It's about rediscovering yourself. During life’s pain, we long for more than survival. We crave connection and a safe space to make sense of it all. I believe healing happens through authentic, collaborative relationships—the kind where you’re seen, understood, and invited to explore both joy and pain. It would be a privilege to discover a way forward that makes room for both hope and love.
I am a licensed psychologist in New York and New Jersey, offering virtual therapy across the U.S., with a practice grounded in diversity, inclusivity, and expertise in existential and spiritual concerns.
Healing isn’t about just coping. It's about rediscovering yourself. During life’s pain, we long for more than survival. We crave connection and a safe space to make sense of it all. I believe healing happens through authentic, collaborative relationships—the kind where you’re seen, understood, and invited to explore both joy and pain. It would be a privilege to discover a way forward that makes room for both hope and love.
Feelings of anxiety, depression, or “stuckness” can be debilitating, isolating and feel permanent. We can work together to build the skills you need to feel empowered and able to cope with and overcome the emotions that may currently feel unbearable. I can support you through life transitions - from grief and loss, to figuring out how to best communicate with a loved one or set boundaries with family, friends or coworkers. My practice is founded in tenets of intersectional feminist counseling and liberation therapy theories, and is mindfulness-focused and trauma-informed - sensitive to your individual needs, goals and strengths.
Feelings of anxiety, depression, or “stuckness” can be debilitating, isolating and feel permanent. We can work together to build the skills you need to feel empowered and able to cope with and overcome the emotions that may currently feel unbearable. I can support you through life transitions - from grief and loss, to figuring out how to best communicate with a loved one or set boundaries with family, friends or coworkers. My practice is founded in tenets of intersectional feminist counseling and liberation therapy theories, and is mindfulness-focused and trauma-informed - sensitive to your individual needs, goals and strengths.
Hi, I'm Taryn. I support clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, self-esteem, and mobility challenges across all ages and abilities. I have the knowledge and skills to support neurodivergent individuals in navigating the unique challenges they may face. I create a safe, supportive space where clients can explore and express themselves through verbal and nonverbal communication, movement, and body-centered awareness. My approach is strength-based and collaborative, and emphasizes empathic attunement, active listening, and compassionate therapeutic work in both individual and group settings.
Hi, I'm Taryn. I support clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, self-esteem, and mobility challenges across all ages and abilities. I have the knowledge and skills to support neurodivergent individuals in navigating the unique challenges they may face. I create a safe, supportive space where clients can explore and express themselves through verbal and nonverbal communication, movement, and body-centered awareness. My approach is strength-based and collaborative, and emphasizes empathic attunement, active listening, and compassionate therapeutic work in both individual and group settings.
I help BIPOC men and LGBTQIA individuals overcome stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, and trauma by taking a whole person approach, focusing on body, mind, self, and spirit. I listen to your story with empathy and respect, integrating it into our sessions for healing. Using evidence-informed care tailored to your needs, I incorporate proven interventions through research informed therapy.
I help BIPOC men and LGBTQIA individuals overcome stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, and trauma by taking a whole person approach, focusing on body, mind, self, and spirit. I listen to your story with empathy and respect, integrating it into our sessions for healing. Using evidence-informed care tailored to your needs, I incorporate proven interventions through research informed therapy.
I’m a clinical psychologist with extensive experience helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges, including mental health concerns, career transitions, relationships, and parenting. My approach is warm, engaged, and collaborative. I see therapy as a joint effort, bringing my full attention, curiosity, compassion, and skill to each person I work with. My goal is to help patients understand the roots of their suffering—often leading not only to symptom relief but to greater resilience, more fulfilling relationships, increased efficacy and creativity.
I’m a clinical psychologist with extensive experience helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges, including mental health concerns, career transitions, relationships, and parenting. My approach is warm, engaged, and collaborative. I see therapy as a joint effort, bringing my full attention, curiosity, compassion, and skill to each person I work with. My goal is to help patients understand the roots of their suffering—often leading not only to symptom relief but to greater resilience, more fulfilling relationships, increased efficacy and creativity.
My ideal clients are those seeking healing designed for their personal issues. They may be struggling with self-esteem, communication issues or the impact of past experiences on their relationships. These clients desire a space to share their stories and work towards goals such as improving emotional well-being, healthier relationships and a deeper understanding of themselves and their loved ones. They want to feel heard, supported, and empowered to make positive changes. My role is to guide them on this journey, integrating their values and cultural backgrounds into our therapeutic way, a more holistic healing experience.
My ideal clients are those seeking healing designed for their personal issues. They may be struggling with self-esteem, communication issues or the impact of past experiences on their relationships. These clients desire a space to share their stories and work towards goals such as improving emotional well-being, healthier relationships and a deeper understanding of themselves and their loved ones. They want to feel heard, supported, and empowered to make positive changes. My role is to guide them on this journey, integrating their values and cultural backgrounds into our therapeutic way, a more holistic healing experience.
VNC Therapy New York was founded to provide a healing space for humans to reconnect with their identities and explore new pathways to pleasure in a radically affirming and expansive way. Some of the healing has included dismantling ideas around perfectionism, entitlement, and oppression that may be specific to AAPI, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQIA2S+ and gender expansive communities and which show up intersectionally to create unique barriers to pleasure. You can expect a therapist with the capacity to hold multiple truths, respect your beliefs, and challenge patterns of behavior in a supportive way that facilitates sustainable change.
VNC Therapy New York was founded to provide a healing space for humans to reconnect with their identities and explore new pathways to pleasure in a radically affirming and expansive way. Some of the healing has included dismantling ideas around perfectionism, entitlement, and oppression that may be specific to AAPI, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQIA2S+ and gender expansive communities and which show up intersectionally to create unique barriers to pleasure. You can expect a therapist with the capacity to hold multiple truths, respect your beliefs, and challenge patterns of behavior in a supportive way that facilitates sustainable change.
I work with individuals and couples across all relationship structures—monogamous, polyamorous, open, and everything in between—who are committed to intentional relationships. If people are able to talk with their partner(s) about the attachment ruptures, and the partner(s) are able to respond in an emotionally attuned manner, this allows for the potential of having a corrective attachment experience so that trust can be rebuilt. While the therapist can be a temporary secure base for the couple & partnership, it is far more powerful and long-lasting for the partner(s) to validate their loved one’s experience.
I work with individuals and couples across all relationship structures—monogamous, polyamorous, open, and everything in between—who are committed to intentional relationships. If people are able to talk with their partner(s) about the attachment ruptures, and the partner(s) are able to respond in an emotionally attuned manner, this allows for the potential of having a corrective attachment experience so that trust can be rebuilt. While the therapist can be a temporary secure base for the couple & partnership, it is far more powerful and long-lasting for the partner(s) to validate their loved one’s experience.
I offer healing — at your pace and on your terms that are do-able.
Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Whether you're healing from trauma, managing anxiety or depression, coping with stress, or navigating relationship challenges, I offer a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can be yourself.
My approach is collaborative and compassionate. Together, we’ll honor your experiences, build emotional resilience, and help you reconnect with your inner strength—creating meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
I offer healing — at your pace and on your terms that are do-able.
Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Whether you're healing from trauma, managing anxiety or depression, coping with stress, or navigating relationship challenges, I offer a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can be yourself.
My approach is collaborative and compassionate. Together, we’ll honor your experiences, build emotional resilience, and help you reconnect with your inner strength—creating meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
My clients often say it feels more like talking to someone they trust than sitting with a clinician. I don’t overcomplicate things or confuse you with therapy jargon, we talk in a way that makes sense, feels safe, and gets to the heart of what really matters. Therapy should feel real, honest, and like you’re finally being seen, not judged.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and native New Yorker with a Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University and over 20 years of experience supporting diverse individuals and families across NYC.
My clients often say it feels more like talking to someone they trust than sitting with a clinician. I don’t overcomplicate things or confuse you with therapy jargon, we talk in a way that makes sense, feels safe, and gets to the heart of what really matters. Therapy should feel real, honest, and like you’re finally being seen, not judged.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and native New Yorker with a Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University and over 20 years of experience supporting diverse individuals and families across NYC.
I'm a licensed psychologist and I help people who may be struggling with stress and anxiety, depression, trauma, and other related challenges. My other specialty is conducting psychological evaluations to support young children through adults with individual differences related to development (e.g., Autism, ADHD, and related neurodiverse ways of relating). My approach emphasizes understanding and a nonjudgmental stance, and I work to create a safe and welcoming environment. I use evidence-based treatments to help you develop more positive ways of coping with challenges, so you can feel better, thrive, and reach your full potential.
I'm a licensed psychologist and I help people who may be struggling with stress and anxiety, depression, trauma, and other related challenges. My other specialty is conducting psychological evaluations to support young children through adults with individual differences related to development (e.g., Autism, ADHD, and related neurodiverse ways of relating). My approach emphasizes understanding and a nonjudgmental stance, and I work to create a safe and welcoming environment. I use evidence-based treatments to help you develop more positive ways of coping with challenges, so you can feel better, thrive, and reach your full potential.
Are you struggling with the difficult task of finding a psychotherapist for yourself or someone else? I am a skilled and seasoned, culturally competent therapist offering sensitive, unbiased psychotherapy in a safe, supportive environment. In our work together you will have the opportunity to reach greater self-awareness and an improved ability to make the changes that will enhance your life. Whether or not you have been in therapy before, we will explore who, what and where you are in your life now. My style is interactive and I welcome your thoughts, feelings and concerns as I guide you through the process.
Are you struggling with the difficult task of finding a psychotherapist for yourself or someone else? I am a skilled and seasoned, culturally competent therapist offering sensitive, unbiased psychotherapy in a safe, supportive environment. In our work together you will have the opportunity to reach greater self-awareness and an improved ability to make the changes that will enhance your life. Whether or not you have been in therapy before, we will explore who, what and where you are in your life now. My style is interactive and I welcome your thoughts, feelings and concerns as I guide you through the process.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed—like you're constantly doing, but rarely feeling fulfilled? Maybe you're navigating a major life or career shift, processing heartbreak, or questioning your direction and identity. You may be someone who looks like they “have it all together” on the outside, yet inside you’re craving peace, clarity, and deeper connection. If you’ve been trying to make sense of it all alone, I want you to know: you don’t have to do this by yourself.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed—like you're constantly doing, but rarely feeling fulfilled? Maybe you're navigating a major life or career shift, processing heartbreak, or questioning your direction and identity. You may be someone who looks like they “have it all together” on the outside, yet inside you’re craving peace, clarity, and deeper connection. If you’ve been trying to make sense of it all alone, I want you to know: you don’t have to do this by yourself.
You’ve worked hard to build your career, but lately it feels like the cost keeps rising. The politics, criticism, and impossible expectations have become part of your every day, and no matter how much you give, it’s never enough. You second-guess yourself in meetings, absorb the dysfunction, and try to stay quiet to avoid conflict. You tell yourself it’s just a rough season, but deep down you know this isn’t sustainable. You’re tired of walking on eggshells and wondering when the next hit will come.
You’ve worked hard to build your career, but lately it feels like the cost keeps rising. The politics, criticism, and impossible expectations have become part of your every day, and no matter how much you give, it’s never enough. You second-guess yourself in meetings, absorb the dysfunction, and try to stay quiet to avoid conflict. You tell yourself it’s just a rough season, but deep down you know this isn’t sustainable. You’re tired of walking on eggshells and wondering when the next hit will come.
Everyone deserves an opportunity for growth. The therapeutic relationship is a trusting process. I use empathy, humor, and positive regard to create a safe space to discuss distress people experience throughout the course of life. I encourage my clients to identify and focus on the things they can control when dealing with depression and anxiety. Change is challenging and often unavoidable. I work with adults (over age 21) who are looking to overcome fears and struggles by helping them learn effective ways to cope and set and maintain boundaries. My goal is to guide individuals on the road to healing, empowerment, and success.
Everyone deserves an opportunity for growth. The therapeutic relationship is a trusting process. I use empathy, humor, and positive regard to create a safe space to discuss distress people experience throughout the course of life. I encourage my clients to identify and focus on the things they can control when dealing with depression and anxiety. Change is challenging and often unavoidable. I work with adults (over age 21) who are looking to overcome fears and struggles by helping them learn effective ways to cope and set and maintain boundaries. My goal is to guide individuals on the road to healing, empowerment, and success.
You have everything you need. You possess abundant resources that are available to support you, within you. I believe therapy is relational alchemy and provides a mechanism for harnessing your resources. As a therapist and clinical consultant, I provide a space for connection and healing with people who want to be active participants in their growth. I will support you to develop trust in yourself and gain clarity on who you are and what you want. We do this with empathy, care, and curiosity. By understanding you and your patterns we can collaborate on a path that gets you closer to experiencing the kind of life you want to live.
You have everything you need. You possess abundant resources that are available to support you, within you. I believe therapy is relational alchemy and provides a mechanism for harnessing your resources. As a therapist and clinical consultant, I provide a space for connection and healing with people who want to be active participants in their growth. I will support you to develop trust in yourself and gain clarity on who you are and what you want. We do this with empathy, care, and curiosity. By understanding you and your patterns we can collaborate on a path that gets you closer to experiencing the kind of life you want to live.
Are you struggling with doubt, fear, or guilt that lingers from your religious upbringing? Do you feel trapped between who you are and what you were taught to believe? Leaving or questioning your faith can feel overwhelming, filled with uncertainty, loneliness, or even anxiety about what comes next. Whether you’re wrestling with existential questions, trying to make sense of past experiences, or navigating the emotional toll of stepping away from a high-control religious environment, you don’t have to do it alone.
Are you struggling with doubt, fear, or guilt that lingers from your religious upbringing? Do you feel trapped between who you are and what you were taught to believe? Leaving or questioning your faith can feel overwhelming, filled with uncertainty, loneliness, or even anxiety about what comes next. Whether you’re wrestling with existential questions, trying to make sense of past experiences, or navigating the emotional toll of stepping away from a high-control religious environment, you don’t have to do it alone.
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What are the advantages of seeing a Native American therapist?
Therapists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions through various forms of talk therapy and behavioral interventions. Building a strong therapeutic relationship is an essential part of feeling supported and understood in care. For many Native American individuals, working with a provider who shares or respects their cultural background can foster a deeper sense of trust and connection in the therapeutic process.
Native American therapists may be especially well-equipped to address topics such as historical trauma, intergenerational grief, and cultural identity—factors that can significantly shape the mental health experiences of Native American clients. These providers may also be knowledgeable about and incorporate Indigenous healing traditions, which can be beneficial for clients seeking this approach. Additionally, Native American therapists may be more familiar with community resources, support networks, or other culturally-aligned providers who can offer further support.
Native American therapists may be especially well-equipped to address topics such as historical trauma, intergenerational grief, and cultural identity—factors that can significantly shape the mental health experiences of Native American clients. These providers may also be knowledgeable about and incorporate Indigenous healing traditions, which can be beneficial for clients seeking this approach. Additionally, Native American therapists may be more familiar with community resources, support networks, or other culturally-aligned providers who can offer further support.
How to find a Native American therapist?
Psychology Today’s online directory is a useful tool for finding a Native American therapist. You can filter for providers who identify as Native American or who mention working with Indigenous populations and highlight cultural competence in their profiles. Look for signs such as experience with tribal communities, familiarity with Native traditions, or a focus on trauma-informed care. Depending on your preferences and needs, it may also be important to ask whether a provider offers telehealth, which therapeutic approaches they use, and whether they accept your insurance.
If you're unable to find a therapist who personally identifies as Native American, you may also consider providers who have experience working with Native clients or who demonstrate a clear commitment to cultural humility and respect for Native American beliefs and traditions. You might also consider a blended approach—for example, seeing a therapist for talk therapy while also seeing a Native healer or counselor for more culturally-specific support.
If you're unable to find a therapist who personally identifies as Native American, you may also consider providers who have experience working with Native clients or who demonstrate a clear commitment to cultural humility and respect for Native American beliefs and traditions. You might also consider a blended approach—for example, seeing a therapist for talk therapy while also seeing a Native healer or counselor for more culturally-specific support.