Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
I am a French American licensed psychotherapist with post graduate training in Psychoanalysis. I am happy to hold sessions in either language. I hold an MBA from The Sorbonne and an MSW from Columbia University. I worked in the business world before changing careers and becoming a psychotherapist. I therefore have a good understanding of the pressures of the business workplace, as well as what it takes to make a significant career change. Over the last 24 years, I have worked in Domestic Violence agencies, and with teenagers around relationship issues in particular, as well as with couples and individuals in my private practice.
I am a French American licensed psychotherapist with post graduate training in Psychoanalysis. I am happy to hold sessions in either language. I hold an MBA from The Sorbonne and an MSW from Columbia University. I worked in the business world before changing careers and becoming a psychotherapist. I therefore have a good understanding of the pressures of the business workplace, as well as what it takes to make a significant career change. Over the last 24 years, I have worked in Domestic Violence agencies, and with teenagers around relationship issues in particular, as well as with couples and individuals in my private practice.
I treat all with dignity and respect. I try to listen, be with the client, and, try to let the client know I "get them." A strong alliance allows for clients to openly express themselves, and, meet their stated goals.
I treat all with dignity and respect. I try to listen, be with the client, and, try to let the client know I "get them." A strong alliance allows for clients to openly express themselves, and, meet their stated goals.
I work with individuals who are ready to make meaningful changes in their lives but may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin. My clients often include young adults navigating life transitions, and adults managing anxiety, depression, or the lingering effects of trauma. I also support justice-involved youth and individuals in recovery who are striving to rebuild stability, self-worth, and purpose. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling unheard or misunderstood, searching for a safe space to process their experiences and learn.
I work with individuals who are ready to make meaningful changes in their lives but may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin. My clients often include young adults navigating life transitions, and adults managing anxiety, depression, or the lingering effects of trauma. I also support justice-involved youth and individuals in recovery who are striving to rebuild stability, self-worth, and purpose. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling unheard or misunderstood, searching for a safe space to process their experiences and learn.
In a world that rewards us for disconnecting from our bodies and settling for surface-level relationships, reconnection becomes a revolutionary act. This is why I find myself especially connected to the work of supporting people who feel disconnected from their bodies and relationships. Many people find themselves living primarily from the neck up: intellectualizing experiences rather than fully feeling them, sensing that something important is missing without quite being able to name it. Sometimes there's a history of trauma that made disconnection necessary, or cultural messages that prioritized achievement over embodiment.
In a world that rewards us for disconnecting from our bodies and settling for surface-level relationships, reconnection becomes a revolutionary act. This is why I find myself especially connected to the work of supporting people who feel disconnected from their bodies and relationships. Many people find themselves living primarily from the neck up: intellectualizing experiences rather than fully feeling them, sensing that something important is missing without quite being able to name it. Sometimes there's a history of trauma that made disconnection necessary, or cultural messages that prioritized achievement over embodiment.
Whether you have experienced the agony of a significant Trauma or the hidden devastation of prolonged emotional trauma, these experiences can lead to fractures in a person's sense of self, adaptive capacity and inner cohesion, often resulting in anxiety, depression, somatic disorders, self-esteem difficulties and interpersonal struggles. Using a blend of different perspectives with empathy and understanding, I aim to foster a supportive therapeutic relationship and create a holding space to process painful experiences, deepen insight into thoughts and feelings, and build connections with the felt sense in the body.
Whether you have experienced the agony of a significant Trauma or the hidden devastation of prolonged emotional trauma, these experiences can lead to fractures in a person's sense of self, adaptive capacity and inner cohesion, often resulting in anxiety, depression, somatic disorders, self-esteem difficulties and interpersonal struggles. Using a blend of different perspectives with empathy and understanding, I aim to foster a supportive therapeutic relationship and create a holding space to process painful experiences, deepen insight into thoughts and feelings, and build connections with the felt sense in the body.
When life feels like a lot, you don’t have to carry it on your own. Lets work together to unpack what you’re going through at a pace that feels right for you. I offer a space to slow down, reflect, and better understand your thoughts and emotions—without judgment or pressure.
Our work will be rooted in safety, respect, and an awareness of how identity, culture, and lived experience shape mental health. I approach therapy through a social justice–informed lens, recognizing both the personal and systemic factors that impact your well-being. Y por cierto, hablo español.
When life feels like a lot, you don’t have to carry it on your own. Lets work together to unpack what you’re going through at a pace that feels right for you. I offer a space to slow down, reflect, and better understand your thoughts and emotions—without judgment or pressure.
Our work will be rooted in safety, respect, and an awareness of how identity, culture, and lived experience shape mental health. I approach therapy through a social justice–informed lens, recognizing both the personal and systemic factors that impact your well-being. Y por cierto, hablo español.
I work with people who are tired of giving without feeling full—stuck in anxiety, exhaustion, and self-doubt. You want to trust yourself, set healthy boundaries, and feel peace in your life and relationships. Even if you’ve tried therapy before, I’ll help you go deeper to heal what’s holding you back so you can finally trust yourself, know your needs, feel confident in your body, and be connected to what truly matters to you—what motivates you and makes your heart sing.
I work with people who are tired of giving without feeling full—stuck in anxiety, exhaustion, and self-doubt. You want to trust yourself, set healthy boundaries, and feel peace in your life and relationships. Even if you’ve tried therapy before, I’ll help you go deeper to heal what’s holding you back so you can finally trust yourself, know your needs, feel confident in your body, and be connected to what truly matters to you—what motivates you and makes your heart sing.
My ideal client is looking for a space to process and get unstuck. They’re curious, reflective, sometimes spiritually oriented, and either already supported by coping skills or wanting to build more support in their life. They may be navigating neurodivergence, life transitions, or patterns that no longer feel helpful. Through a strong therapeutic alliance, we work collaboratively to deepen self-understanding, strengthen internal and external supports, and help you feel more prepared to move through life on your own and in community.
My ideal client is looking for a space to process and get unstuck. They’re curious, reflective, sometimes spiritually oriented, and either already supported by coping skills or wanting to build more support in their life. They may be navigating neurodivergence, life transitions, or patterns that no longer feel helpful. Through a strong therapeutic alliance, we work collaboratively to deepen self-understanding, strengthen internal and external supports, and help you feel more prepared to move through life on your own and in community.
Life’s transitions – like career shifts, new parenthood, identity exploration, or relationship changes – often prompt big, brave questions. I’m here to help you find the confidence and clarity within to reconnect with your authentic self and discover the answers that lead to lasting happiness. I am dedicated to helping individuals recognize and break free from patterns that no longer serve them, and to deepening their meaningful connections.
Life’s transitions – like career shifts, new parenthood, identity exploration, or relationship changes – often prompt big, brave questions. I’m here to help you find the confidence and clarity within to reconnect with your authentic self and discover the answers that lead to lasting happiness. I am dedicated to helping individuals recognize and break free from patterns that no longer serve them, and to deepening their meaningful connections.
Starting therapy is brave. I aim to foster a relationship that is compassionate, free of judgment, and a place where you can express your truest thoughts and feelings. I believe that you are the expert on your own life and the therapeutic space should be one that centers and honors your resiliency and strengths. Treatment is fluid and individualized uniquely for you. As such, I consider our work to be a co-created process and I endeavor to create a space where all expressions of selfhood and identity can be safely expressed.
Starting therapy is brave. I aim to foster a relationship that is compassionate, free of judgment, and a place where you can express your truest thoughts and feelings. I believe that you are the expert on your own life and the therapeutic space should be one that centers and honors your resiliency and strengths. Treatment is fluid and individualized uniquely for you. As such, I consider our work to be a co-created process and I endeavor to create a space where all expressions of selfhood and identity can be safely expressed.
Welcome!
I’m an LMHC who works with individuals feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and depression, struggling with self-doubt, or facing challenges in relationships. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your vulnerabilities and understand how your past influences your present experience. Together, we can challenge unhelpful beliefs and embark on a journey of self-discovery that can allow access to greater self-acceptance and emotional clarity.
Welcome!
I’m an LMHC who works with individuals feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and depression, struggling with self-doubt, or facing challenges in relationships. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your vulnerabilities and understand how your past influences your present experience. Together, we can challenge unhelpful beliefs and embark on a journey of self-discovery that can allow access to greater self-acceptance and emotional clarity.
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, depression, ADHD-related challenges, or even self-doubt take over. Between juggling responsibilities and constant multitasking, it’s easy to lose balance or focus. Therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and build practical tools to feel more grounded, capable, and confident.
I specialize in supporting adults managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, loss and stress.
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, depression, ADHD-related challenges, or even self-doubt take over. Between juggling responsibilities and constant multitasking, it’s easy to lose balance or focus. Therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and build practical tools to feel more grounded, capable, and confident.
I specialize in supporting adults managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, loss and stress.
Email if interested- Currently accepting NY & VA clients 16+ Telehealth only
Looking for someone unbiased to talk to? Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? I can help! I create a safe, stress-free space where you can free your thoughts and worries with absolutely no judgement.
Together, we can work towards goals as a team. We'll incorporate mindfulness and emotional regulation techniques to help shift your negative thoughts to positive ones. During sessions, l provide clients with various tools and pair them with talk therapy. These extra action-steps towards healing can help clients feel supported at all times, even outside of therapy.
Email if interested- Currently accepting NY & VA clients 16+ Telehealth only
Looking for someone unbiased to talk to? Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? I can help! I create a safe, stress-free space where you can free your thoughts and worries with absolutely no judgement.
Together, we can work towards goals as a team. We'll incorporate mindfulness and emotional regulation techniques to help shift your negative thoughts to positive ones. During sessions, l provide clients with various tools and pair them with talk therapy. These extra action-steps towards healing can help clients feel supported at all times, even outside of therapy.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed by life’s challenges, or struggling to maintain positive habits? I believe that everyone has the inherent ability to thrive. My goal is simple: to help you Find Your Flow.
Flow Therapy is more than just counseling; it’s a genuine, supportive, and open space where we work together to identify obstacles and cultivate the skills you need to live a complete life.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed by life’s challenges, or struggling to maintain positive habits? I believe that everyone has the inherent ability to thrive. My goal is simple: to help you Find Your Flow.
Flow Therapy is more than just counseling; it’s a genuine, supportive, and open space where we work together to identify obstacles and cultivate the skills you need to live a complete life.
I am an Integrative Health Coach, Somatic Practitioner, and Certified Hypnotherapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. While I have a background in psychotherapy, I currently offer coaching and mind-body support rather than clinical therapy.
My work is focused on nervous system regulation, somatic awareness, cognitive reframing, and sustainable behavior change. I support individuals who want practical tools, deeper self-understanding, and meaningful forward movement in their lives. This is collaborative, growth-oriented work centered on clarity, embodiment, and lasting change.
I am an Integrative Health Coach, Somatic Practitioner, and Certified Hypnotherapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. While I have a background in psychotherapy, I currently offer coaching and mind-body support rather than clinical therapy.
My work is focused on nervous system regulation, somatic awareness, cognitive reframing, and sustainable behavior change. I support individuals who want practical tools, deeper self-understanding, and meaningful forward movement in their lives. This is collaborative, growth-oriented work centered on clarity, embodiment, and lasting change.
Do you find yourself worrying about things you can’t control? Do you act impulsively, reacting without thinking of consequences? Do you find yourself having negative self-talk or low self-worth? Are you finding it a challenge to communicate healthily with your child, family, friends, or partner? Are you someone who is struggling with developing healthy habits? Are you having a hard time resolving conflicts or maintaining healthy relationships? Do you need help setting limits with your children? Feeling stressed out and overwhelmed? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, I welcome an opportunity to work with you.
Do you find yourself worrying about things you can’t control? Do you act impulsively, reacting without thinking of consequences? Do you find yourself having negative self-talk or low self-worth? Are you finding it a challenge to communicate healthily with your child, family, friends, or partner? Are you someone who is struggling with developing healthy habits? Are you having a hard time resolving conflicts or maintaining healthy relationships? Do you need help setting limits with your children? Feeling stressed out and overwhelmed? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, I welcome an opportunity to work with you.
Welcome! I specialize in supporting couples and individuals through relationship and marital difficulties, but also provide empathetic, non-judgmental support for family conflicts, life transitions, and with general mental health. I can help you to better understand the patterns you're seeing in your life and in your relationships, and help you to build healthier, deeper, more connected ways of relating.
Welcome! I specialize in supporting couples and individuals through relationship and marital difficulties, but also provide empathetic, non-judgmental support for family conflicts, life transitions, and with general mental health. I can help you to better understand the patterns you're seeing in your life and in your relationships, and help you to build healthier, deeper, more connected ways of relating.
I am a highly trained psychoanalytically oriented Clinical Social Work Psychotherapist, with over a quarter century of experience. I work with different theoretical approaches according to the needs of my clients (Every one is different). I treat people with anxiety disorder, depression, mourning issues, bi-polar illness, life transitions, relationship issues and work related concerns. I specialize in treatment with adults 21 and over, many of whom are caregivers for family members.
I am a highly trained psychoanalytically oriented Clinical Social Work Psychotherapist, with over a quarter century of experience. I work with different theoretical approaches according to the needs of my clients (Every one is different). I treat people with anxiety disorder, depression, mourning issues, bi-polar illness, life transitions, relationship issues and work related concerns. I specialize in treatment with adults 21 and over, many of whom are caregivers for family members.
Finding peace shouldn’t be this hard. But you’re here and that tells me something.
Maybe you’ve been juggling stress, emotional overwhelm, anxiety that won’t quit, or past pain that still shows up in your relationships, sleep, or sense of safety. Maybe you feel like you’re doing “everything right” and still not feeling right. That exhaustion, that heaviness, that restless thinking… those aren’t “just in your head.” They’re signals your nervous system hasn’t gotten the memo that you deserve calm, clarity, and connection.
Finding peace shouldn’t be this hard. But you’re here and that tells me something.
Maybe you’ve been juggling stress, emotional overwhelm, anxiety that won’t quit, or past pain that still shows up in your relationships, sleep, or sense of safety. Maybe you feel like you’re doing “everything right” and still not feeling right. That exhaustion, that heaviness, that restless thinking… those aren’t “just in your head.” They’re signals your nervous system hasn’t gotten the memo that you deserve calm, clarity, and connection.
I'm Debra Kearse Thomas, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Therapist, and Empowerment Coach. As Founder of Just Joy Coaching and Therapy, I bring over 20 years of experience in trauma-informed care, crisis response, and culturally affirming practice. I specialize in creating healing spaces that honor your story, your strength, and your joy—blending clinical insight with soulful guidance. Whether you're navigating transitions, seeking clarity, or reclaiming your voice, I offer compassionate support, creative tools, and intentional strategies to help you move forward with confidence.
I'm Debra Kearse Thomas, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Therapist, and Empowerment Coach. As Founder of Just Joy Coaching and Therapy, I bring over 20 years of experience in trauma-informed care, crisis response, and culturally affirming practice. I specialize in creating healing spaces that honor your story, your strength, and your joy—blending clinical insight with soulful guidance. Whether you're navigating transitions, seeking clarity, or reclaiming your voice, I offer compassionate support, creative tools, and intentional strategies to help you move forward with confidence.
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Number of Therapists in Brooklyn, NY
3,000+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in Brooklyn, NY who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 81% | Relationship Issues |
| 76% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 69% | Stress |
| 59% | Grief |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 89% | Aetna |
| 72% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 59% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Brooklyn, NY see their clients
| 53% | Online Only | |
| 47% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 4% | Non-Binary |