Native American Therapists in Flushing, NY
I am a Bilingual Psychotherapist (English-Spanish) graduated as a Clinical Psychologist I obtained my License as a Mental Health Counselor in New York where I have been practicing as a psychotherapist for over 20 years. I have wide experience working with the Hispanic population. I help clients with anxiety, depression, low self esteem and family issues. I am truly dedicated to providing and empathetic and non judgmental environment where your concerns are heard.
I am a Bilingual Psychotherapist (English-Spanish) graduated as a Clinical Psychologist I obtained my License as a Mental Health Counselor in New York where I have been practicing as a psychotherapist for over 20 years. I have wide experience working with the Hispanic population. I help clients with anxiety, depression, low self esteem and family issues. I am truly dedicated to providing and empathetic and non judgmental environment where your concerns are heard.
Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
As an adult or teenager your feelings and experiences are unique. You may need to have someone who can acknowledge what is important to you and to help you find ways to improve the way you feel about yourself, your loved ones, your life and your environment! Because we live in a materialistic society, people often feel isolated or alone, unsupported, conflicted or pressured to change your values. My goal is to help you to discover your needs and to help you achieve a strong sense of self and an ability to utilize the resources and relationships available to you.
As an adult or teenager your feelings and experiences are unique. You may need to have someone who can acknowledge what is important to you and to help you find ways to improve the way you feel about yourself, your loved ones, your life and your environment! Because we live in a materialistic society, people often feel isolated or alone, unsupported, conflicted or pressured to change your values. My goal is to help you to discover your needs and to help you achieve a strong sense of self and an ability to utilize the resources and relationships available to you.
Some experiences don't respond to talk alone — and some people have been carrying things for so long they've stopped believing relief is possible. If that's where you are, you're not broken. You may just need someone with the depth and training to work alongside you. I specialize in trauma, EMDR, life transitions, anxiety, and
depression for adults, adolescents, and families across New York. I offer therapy in English, Spanish, and Italian, and I bring over 20 years of experience — including work with first responders and justice-involved clients — to every session.
Some experiences don't respond to talk alone — and some people have been carrying things for so long they've stopped believing relief is possible. If that's where you are, you're not broken. You may just need someone with the depth and training to work alongside you. I specialize in trauma, EMDR, life transitions, anxiety, and
depression for adults, adolescents, and families across New York. I offer therapy in English, Spanish, and Italian, and I bring over 20 years of experience — including work with first responders and justice-involved clients — to every session.
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Anger, grief, anxiety, ADHD, depression, and other issues are significant causes of personal and family struggled. As a whole family therapist, I assist the family and the individuals within the family to find solutions to issues that are negatively impacting each member and the family as a whole. In addition, I offer anger management for individual therapy sessions. As families are my focus, I work at Breakthrough Family Counseling Services and with Headway to insist on the best care for the family, couples and individuals.
Anger, grief, anxiety, ADHD, depression, and other issues are significant causes of personal and family struggled. As a whole family therapist, I assist the family and the individuals within the family to find solutions to issues that are negatively impacting each member and the family as a whole. In addition, I offer anger management for individual therapy sessions. As families are my focus, I work at Breakthrough Family Counseling Services and with Headway to insist on the best care for the family, couples and individuals.
As a Native American therapist, I hold space that honors complexity, resilience, and the richness of identity.
In our work together, I will draw from psychodynamic therapy to explore the depth of your story, solution-focused therapy to support practical growth, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to address thought patterns and behaviors that impact your well-being.
As a Native American therapist, I hold space that honors complexity, resilience, and the richness of identity.
In our work together, I will draw from psychodynamic therapy to explore the depth of your story, solution-focused therapy to support practical growth, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to address thought patterns and behaviors that impact your well-being.
Are you in your "millennial life crisis"? You're deep into your career, but you feel like you've lost all the passion and drive of your 20s? You've downloaded, deleted, and redownloaded Hinge more times than you're willing to admit, and are fighting dating fatigue. You're navigating huge life changes and decisions: Do I have kids? Adopt a dog? Change careers? Blow up my life and move to Greece to take care of cats? (Maybe the last one is just me!). As if that wasn't enough, maybe you're also navigating all of this while grieving the death of someone you love.
Are you in your "millennial life crisis"? You're deep into your career, but you feel like you've lost all the passion and drive of your 20s? You've downloaded, deleted, and redownloaded Hinge more times than you're willing to admit, and are fighting dating fatigue. You're navigating huge life changes and decisions: Do I have kids? Adopt a dog? Change careers? Blow up my life and move to Greece to take care of cats? (Maybe the last one is just me!). As if that wasn't enough, maybe you're also navigating all of this while grieving the death of someone you love.
I’m a 30-year-old Black therapist who understands the importance of being seen, heard, and valued for who you truly are. Many of the clients I work with feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. My goal is to create a safe, affirming space where you don’t have to carry everything alone.
I’m a 30-year-old Black therapist who understands the importance of being seen, heard, and valued for who you truly are. Many of the clients I work with feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. My goal is to create a safe, affirming space where you don’t have to carry everything alone.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling anxious, overwhelmed, lonely, disconnected, or stuck in patterns they can't seem to change. They may struggle with social anxiety, relationship challenges, self-doubt, life transitions, or questions about identity and belonging. I have particular experience working with Two-Spirit an LGBTQIA+ individuals individuals, including concerns related to sexuality, gender, dating, relationships, family dynamics, and navigating the intersection of multiple identities. Together, we identify obstacles to growth, build on your strengths, and work toward greater confidence, connection, and authenticity.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling anxious, overwhelmed, lonely, disconnected, or stuck in patterns they can't seem to change. They may struggle with social anxiety, relationship challenges, self-doubt, life transitions, or questions about identity and belonging. I have particular experience working with Two-Spirit an LGBTQIA+ individuals individuals, including concerns related to sexuality, gender, dating, relationships, family dynamics, and navigating the intersection of multiple identities. Together, we identify obstacles to growth, build on your strengths, and work toward greater confidence, connection, and authenticity.
When you are in the midst of a crisis or situation it can be difficult to cope, understand or set goals for yourself. Let us be your starting point. Together we can work towards being the best version of you that you hope to be.
When you are in the midst of a crisis or situation it can be difficult to cope, understand or set goals for yourself. Let us be your starting point. Together we can work towards being the best version of you that you hope to be.
Sessions are collaboratively shaped and may draw from EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic healing, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, family constellations, indigenous methods, and traditional psychotherapy.
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.
Sessions are collaboratively shaped and may draw from EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic healing, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, family constellations, indigenous methods, and traditional psychotherapy.
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.
My name is Vicky Payiati, I am a psychotherapist in New York. With over 15 years of clinical experience, I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy to young adults and adults navigating a wide range of mental health challenges. My work spans multiple clinical settings, allowing me to develop a nuanced understanding of human development and its impact on emotional well-being, behavior, and interpersonal dynamics. I approach each client with empathy and insight, tailoring treatment to support growth, resilience, and meaningful change throughout the life span.
My name is Vicky Payiati, I am a psychotherapist in New York. With over 15 years of clinical experience, I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy to young adults and adults navigating a wide range of mental health challenges. My work spans multiple clinical settings, allowing me to develop a nuanced understanding of human development and its impact on emotional well-being, behavior, and interpersonal dynamics. I approach each client with empathy and insight, tailoring treatment to support growth, resilience, and meaningful change throughout the life span.
Initially my focus was on Native American communities and expanded out.
Who you are and what your journey means for you is crucial to how I can help. Historically my clients come from all corners of the sociopolitical spectrum. Ideally, my client's are intent to connect; the therapeutic connection is crucial to aid in processing life circumstances (historical and current) on the intimate level and the very real recognition of the bigger picture of where they are impacted. For this moment in time in history, there is no separation. I'm right with you.
Initially my focus was on Native American communities and expanded out.
Who you are and what your journey means for you is crucial to how I can help. Historically my clients come from all corners of the sociopolitical spectrum. Ideally, my client's are intent to connect; the therapeutic connection is crucial to aid in processing life circumstances (historical and current) on the intimate level and the very real recognition of the bigger picture of where they are impacted. For this moment in time in history, there is no separation. I'm right with you.
As an Indigenous person, the following praxis guides me:
1) It is my job to ensure you don't need me anymore. We work with intention. 2) A co-dependent relationship is not the goal, thus not all medicine is sweet or nice. We will confront your shadow self radically, without rushing your healing journey. 3) Healing is not about guilt, blame or shame. It is about responsibility, relationship, respect, & reciprocity.
As an Indigenous person, the following praxis guides me:
1) It is my job to ensure you don't need me anymore. We work with intention. 2) A co-dependent relationship is not the goal, thus not all medicine is sweet or nice. We will confront your shadow self radically, without rushing your healing journey. 3) Healing is not about guilt, blame or shame. It is about responsibility, relationship, respect, & reciprocity.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Financial Social Worker providing therapy to adults and couples. I offer in person therapy in Woodbury, NY and Telehealth to clients in NY and FL.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Financial Social Worker providing therapy to adults and couples. I offer in person therapy in Woodbury, NY and Telehealth to clients in NY and FL.
I am a psychotherapist, with a trauma focus, dedicated to supporting communities of color, the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals navigating complex identity issues, depression, grief, and pervasive trauma. My mission is to empower clients to attain optimal mental health by equipping them with effective coping strategies for daily challenges and facilitating the processing of past traumas that may impede their personal growth.
I am a psychotherapist, with a trauma focus, dedicated to supporting communities of color, the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals navigating complex identity issues, depression, grief, and pervasive trauma. My mission is to empower clients to attain optimal mental health by equipping them with effective coping strategies for daily challenges and facilitating the processing of past traumas that may impede their personal growth.
Does This Sound Like You? You’re overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally shut down, You replay convos in your head on a loop, You feel like you’re failing even when you’re doing “everything right”, You say yes to everyone except yourself, You’re tired of performing, pretending, or pushing through? If so, welcome. You’re in the right place.
Imagine This Instead… You say “no” without guilt (and mean it), You trust your gut and stop second-guessing every decision, You stop spiraling and start living, You accept yourself for who you are, You feel like you again. This isn’t wishful thinking. It’s possible. And that’s what we work on here.
Does This Sound Like You? You’re overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally shut down, You replay convos in your head on a loop, You feel like you’re failing even when you’re doing “everything right”, You say yes to everyone except yourself, You’re tired of performing, pretending, or pushing through? If so, welcome. You’re in the right place.
Imagine This Instead… You say “no” without guilt (and mean it), You trust your gut and stop second-guessing every decision, You stop spiraling and start living, You accept yourself for who you are, You feel like you again. This isn’t wishful thinking. It’s possible. And that’s what we work on here.
April Christine Slocum
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMFTA, MAOL, CMHS, MHP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
YES, I am currently taking new clients. I have been a Therapist for 14 years and I am an expert in many issues. Hypnotherapy Sessions and personalized issue based Educational Life Coaching are now available. Call or text to inquire or get a free 15 minute consultation.
Let me offer you a supportive, peaceful environment dedicated solely to regaining your happiness, and feeling whole and centered again. Together, we will work to help you feel better and strive to accomplish your goals quickly. I am a 14 year Veteran Psychotherapist with over 60 years of life experience and wisdom that you will benefit from.
YES, I am currently taking new clients. I have been a Therapist for 14 years and I am an expert in many issues. Hypnotherapy Sessions and personalized issue based Educational Life Coaching are now available. Call or text to inquire or get a free 15 minute consultation.
Let me offer you a supportive, peaceful environment dedicated solely to regaining your happiness, and feeling whole and centered again. Together, we will work to help you feel better and strive to accomplish your goals quickly. I am a 14 year Veteran Psychotherapist with over 60 years of life experience and wisdom that you will benefit from.
My clients are people who've been holding it together on the outside while struggling on the inside — adults, teens, and children dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or just feeling stuck. Many come from backgrounds where vulnerability wasn't safe or mental health wasn't talked about. Some are parents of kids with ADHD or autism, running on empty. Others are couples who love each other but can't find their way back. What they share is courage — and the sense that something has to change. I meet them exactly where they are.
My clients are people who've been holding it together on the outside while struggling on the inside — adults, teens, and children dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or just feeling stuck. Many come from backgrounds where vulnerability wasn't safe or mental health wasn't talked about. Some are parents of kids with ADHD or autism, running on empty. Others are couples who love each other but can't find their way back. What they share is courage — and the sense that something has to change. I meet them exactly where they are.
My clients are people of all ages, young children through adults, often arriving at a difficult moment: struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma, or wondering why they, or their child, think and learn differently, perhaps in ways connected to Autism, ADHD, or other neurodiverse traits. Some are looking for support to work through what they're carrying. Others want clarity about how their mind, or their child's mind, truly works. Either way, we start by understanding what's really going on, then find a path forward together, whether that means new coping tools or the documentation needed to unlock the right supports.
My clients are people of all ages, young children through adults, often arriving at a difficult moment: struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma, or wondering why they, or their child, think and learn differently, perhaps in ways connected to Autism, ADHD, or other neurodiverse traits. Some are looking for support to work through what they're carrying. Others want clarity about how their mind, or their child's mind, truly works. Either way, we start by understanding what's really going on, then find a path forward together, whether that means new coping tools or the documentation needed to unlock the right supports.
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FAQ - Native American Therapists
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.
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.