Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Glendale, NY
I am a compassionate and client-centered psychotherapist with over a decade of experience providing psychotherapy and psychoeducation to adults, adolescents, and children navigating a range of emotional and psychological challenges.
My therapeutic space is collaborative, safe, and nonjudgmental—designed to foster personal growth, and resilience. Together, we will explore your thoughts, emotions, and patterns to foster growth, healing, and lasting change.
I am a compassionate and client-centered psychotherapist with over a decade of experience providing psychotherapy and psychoeducation to adults, adolescents, and children navigating a range of emotional and psychological challenges.
My therapeutic space is collaborative, safe, and nonjudgmental—designed to foster personal growth, and resilience. Together, we will explore your thoughts, emotions, and patterns to foster growth, healing, and lasting change.
I use techniques from various therapeutic interventions, (including CBT, DBT, IFS, SE and others) but I tailor these to the unique strengths of each of my clients.
Do you feel like past hurts trigger current patterns in your life? Are you tired of carrying the weight of the past and want increased freedom in how you express yourself to those around you? As a clinician with years of training in post-trauma recovery and growth, I've guided many on their journey of self-discovery, transforming relationship with self/others and healing pain that hinders self-expression. My own journey allows me to understand the pain you are feeling and to offer you the support needed to feel better. Therapy at first glance might seem daunting but together we can create a space where you feel safe, free, and seen.
I use techniques from various therapeutic interventions, (including CBT, DBT, IFS, SE and others) but I tailor these to the unique strengths of each of my clients.
Do you feel like past hurts trigger current patterns in your life? Are you tired of carrying the weight of the past and want increased freedom in how you express yourself to those around you? As a clinician with years of training in post-trauma recovery and growth, I've guided many on their journey of self-discovery, transforming relationship with self/others and healing pain that hinders self-expression. My own journey allows me to understand the pain you are feeling and to offer you the support needed to feel better. Therapy at first glance might seem daunting but together we can create a space where you feel safe, free, and seen.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, or traumatic childhood experiences, you're not alone. I believe that every person has a unique story to tell, and I'm here to listen. Together, we can explore changing negative behavior patterns by shifting your perspective towards more positive decision-making. I know that past or current relationships can have a significant impact on your life, and I'm here to help you navigate any challenges that might be hindering the establishment or maintenance of positive relationships.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, or traumatic childhood experiences, you're not alone. I believe that every person has a unique story to tell, and I'm here to listen. Together, we can explore changing negative behavior patterns by shifting your perspective towards more positive decision-making. I know that past or current relationships can have a significant impact on your life, and I'm here to help you navigate any challenges that might be hindering the establishment or maintenance of positive relationships.
I believe in your ability to make the best decisions for yourself and will provide you with tools and skills to support you as you find clarity and make meaning of your life. As a clinician, I offer both talk therapy and art therapy through an interpersonal, psychodynamic lens. I often incorporate approaches such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), attachment theory, parts work, and somatic exercises. My clients have described me as warm, caring, and authentic. I deeply value inclusivity and strive to create an anti-racist, neuroaffirming, and LGBTQIA+-celebrating space.
I believe in your ability to make the best decisions for yourself and will provide you with tools and skills to support you as you find clarity and make meaning of your life. As a clinician, I offer both talk therapy and art therapy through an interpersonal, psychodynamic lens. I often incorporate approaches such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), attachment theory, parts work, and somatic exercises. My clients have described me as warm, caring, and authentic. I deeply value inclusivity and strive to create an anti-racist, neuroaffirming, and LGBTQIA+-celebrating space.
Hi! I am Kirsten— a relationship specialist helping couples and individuals have fulfilling relationships. Let me guess… you miss the relationship that you and your partner used to have. When it felt fun and carefree. Now, it feels like you’re fighting more than you’re enjoying each other. You’re so tired of feeling alone in your emotions. Your partner isn’t getting it. You’re having difficulty navigating how you handle your finances, family issues, division of labor, and fertility or parenting issues. You're stuck in a cycle of criticism and withdrawal that isn’t getting better. Don’t worry, help is here.
Hi! I am Kirsten— a relationship specialist helping couples and individuals have fulfilling relationships. Let me guess… you miss the relationship that you and your partner used to have. When it felt fun and carefree. Now, it feels like you’re fighting more than you’re enjoying each other. You’re so tired of feeling alone in your emotions. Your partner isn’t getting it. You’re having difficulty navigating how you handle your finances, family issues, division of labor, and fertility or parenting issues. You're stuck in a cycle of criticism and withdrawal that isn’t getting better. Don’t worry, help is here.
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Interests that inform my work include yoga, somatic work, IFS, EMDR and RLT couples work.
I welcome complex individuals and couples facing difficult issues. I help clients move through major life transitions, find ways to heal after experiencing loss, and address defeating patterns to improve relationship to self and others. Working with me, you'll find a warm and sensitive space, welcoming and appreciating you for being yourself. My approach looks to recognize ways of living in the world that once worked well for you. In identifying your unmet needs or desires, we will find the right balance of support so you may be challenged to create new and flexible patterns that offer you more choices.
Interests that inform my work include yoga, somatic work, IFS, EMDR and RLT couples work.
I welcome complex individuals and couples facing difficult issues. I help clients move through major life transitions, find ways to heal after experiencing loss, and address defeating patterns to improve relationship to self and others. Working with me, you'll find a warm and sensitive space, welcoming and appreciating you for being yourself. My approach looks to recognize ways of living in the world that once worked well for you. In identifying your unmet needs or desires, we will find the right balance of support so you may be challenged to create new and flexible patterns that offer you more choices.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of meaningful change. I meet clients where they are and take an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from different theories and modalities to best support each person because there is no one size fits all path to healing. I feel deeply grateful for the opportunity to work with the clients I have met so far.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of meaningful change. I meet clients where they are and take an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from different theories and modalities to best support each person because there is no one size fits all path to healing. I feel deeply grateful for the opportunity to work with the clients I have met so far.
I am formally trained in the Internal Family Systems ( IFS) model of therapy, a model that is as gentle as it is powerful and is known for its non-pathologizing lens.
How do our relationships with others and with our own inner self impact our quality of life? Do we trust others? Do we trust ourselves? How have our histories set the stage for how we engage in our present-day relationships? Have we found ourselves repeating similar patterns over the years that we wish we could change? How do we affect the positive change that we desire?
I am formally trained in the Internal Family Systems ( IFS) model of therapy, a model that is as gentle as it is powerful and is known for its non-pathologizing lens.
How do our relationships with others and with our own inner self impact our quality of life? Do we trust others? Do we trust ourselves? How have our histories set the stage for how we engage in our present-day relationships? Have we found ourselves repeating similar patterns over the years that we wish we could change? How do we affect the positive change that we desire?
My approach to therapy is to create a supportive and compassionate space that will allow us to challenge and explore patterns of behavior, relationship dynamics, thoughts and experiences, while allowing healing to occur on the path to achieving your therapeutic goals
My approach to therapy is to create a supportive and compassionate space that will allow us to challenge and explore patterns of behavior, relationship dynamics, thoughts and experiences, while allowing healing to occur on the path to achieving your therapeutic goals
Lydia has experience working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, loss of connection, difficulty communicating or difficulty trusting people, shame, self-harm, thoughts of suicide, and other post-traumatic symptoms. She has worked with survivors of domestic violence and emotional abuse, survivors of childhood abuse and/or neglect, recent immigrants to the US, members of the LGBTQA+ community, war veterans, and families with foster children.
Lydia has experience working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, loss of connection, difficulty communicating or difficulty trusting people, shame, self-harm, thoughts of suicide, and other post-traumatic symptoms. She has worked with survivors of domestic violence and emotional abuse, survivors of childhood abuse and/or neglect, recent immigrants to the US, members of the LGBTQA+ community, war veterans, and families with foster children.
My specialties include somatic approaches (i.e., IFS, SE, AEDP) to help you create safety in your body & process trauma.
I have nearly 15 years of experience helping adults and professionals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. Licensed in NY, NJ, FL, and AZ, I create a safe, collaborative space where you set the pace. Together, we explore your emotions, build self-awareness, and strengthen relationships, using tools, reflection, and guidance to help you feel more confident, connected, and at peace.
My specialties include somatic approaches (i.e., IFS, SE, AEDP) to help you create safety in your body & process trauma.
I have nearly 15 years of experience helping adults and professionals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. Licensed in NY, NJ, FL, and AZ, I create a safe, collaborative space where you set the pace. Together, we explore your emotions, build self-awareness, and strengthen relationships, using tools, reflection, and guidance to help you feel more confident, connected, and at peace.
IFS, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy are used to understand and connect patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with present conflicts) .
Sessions are based on your goals and desires and are an invitation for you to explore, experience, heal, transform, and grow. We will work to heal any part of your life that is keeping you stuck or in bondage. Whether it be from your present life, recent past, or childhood, our work together will be focused on bringing you into freedom and clarity. My dedication to serving adults, couples, and teens in the NYC/Brooklyn area, stems from a deep desire to accompany people through and to witness the power of healing, which ultimately leads to freedom.
IFS, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy are used to understand and connect patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with present conflicts) .
Sessions are based on your goals and desires and are an invitation for you to explore, experience, heal, transform, and grow. We will work to heal any part of your life that is keeping you stuck or in bondage. Whether it be from your present life, recent past, or childhood, our work together will be focused on bringing you into freedom and clarity. My dedication to serving adults, couples, and teens in the NYC/Brooklyn area, stems from a deep desire to accompany people through and to witness the power of healing, which ultimately leads to freedom.
I help individuals and couples dealing with anxiety, relationship issues, depression, complex trauma, and transitions. My hope is that therapy will help you live a more fulfilling life and support you in experiencing a greater sense of freedom, self-compassion, and ease. Working psychodynamically, and with attention to your social context, we'll develop insight into your patterns, desires, and history in order to nurture more intentionality and alignment in the present. With experience in attachment, parts work, somatics, play/art-based therapy, and beyond, we'll tailor our work together to your specific needs and interests.
I help individuals and couples dealing with anxiety, relationship issues, depression, complex trauma, and transitions. My hope is that therapy will help you live a more fulfilling life and support you in experiencing a greater sense of freedom, self-compassion, and ease. Working psychodynamically, and with attention to your social context, we'll develop insight into your patterns, desires, and history in order to nurture more intentionality and alignment in the present. With experience in attachment, parts work, somatics, play/art-based therapy, and beyond, we'll tailor our work together to your specific needs and interests.
What if anxiety didn’t have so much control over your decisions? And any time you were stuck in the depths of it, you could separate yourself from the thoughts, feelings, and urges that hold you down? Many people who struggle with social anxiety and "porn addiction" (more accurately called compulsive porn use) feel helpless, unsure about what change even looks like. But the truth is, anyone can be helped—just with the right direction and time to practice new ways of thinking. My only goal for you is to leave therapy with insight and skills that help you see anxiety and urges as passing experiences, not rulers of your life.
What if anxiety didn’t have so much control over your decisions? And any time you were stuck in the depths of it, you could separate yourself from the thoughts, feelings, and urges that hold you down? Many people who struggle with social anxiety and "porn addiction" (more accurately called compulsive porn use) feel helpless, unsure about what change even looks like. But the truth is, anyone can be helped—just with the right direction and time to practice new ways of thinking. My only goal for you is to leave therapy with insight and skills that help you see anxiety and urges as passing experiences, not rulers of your life.
Young adulthood can be an exciting time, but it can also feel overwhelming as individuals navigate new experiences, responsibilities, and transitions. Molly provides a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard and understood during this stage of life. Whether clients are experiencing anxiety, depression, academic stress, relationship challenges, or uncertainty about their direction or sense of balance, Molly works collaboratively with them to explore their experiences and identify meaningful ways to move forward.
Young adulthood can be an exciting time, but it can also feel overwhelming as individuals navigate new experiences, responsibilities, and transitions. Molly provides a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard and understood during this stage of life. Whether clients are experiencing anxiety, depression, academic stress, relationship challenges, or uncertainty about their direction or sense of balance, Molly works collaboratively with them to explore their experiences and identify meaningful ways to move forward.
Christina is a licensed psychotherapist, Level III Trained Gottman Therapist + Certified Somatic EMDR practitioner. She supports couples + individuals achieve life balance to manage challenges related to relationships, stress, complex trauma, autoimmune diagnosis, infertility, prenatal and postpartum depression, anxiety, depression & adult ADHD. She is committed helping you change unwanted behaviors, recognize the strong connection between mind + body, increase overall self-confidence + resilience, + primary communication skills. She studied under the finest relationship experts, Dr. John & Julie Gottman at the Gottman Institute.
Christina is a licensed psychotherapist, Level III Trained Gottman Therapist + Certified Somatic EMDR practitioner. She supports couples + individuals achieve life balance to manage challenges related to relationships, stress, complex trauma, autoimmune diagnosis, infertility, prenatal and postpartum depression, anxiety, depression & adult ADHD. She is committed helping you change unwanted behaviors, recognize the strong connection between mind + body, increase overall self-confidence + resilience, + primary communication skills. She studied under the finest relationship experts, Dr. John & Julie Gottman at the Gottman Institute.
We may also draw from Attachment-based, Compassion-focused, DBT, Expressive Arts, Family Systems, Humanistic, IFS, Play Therapy, Psychodynamic, Relational, Somatic, Strength-Based, and Trauma-Focused therapies, creating a personalized approach to your growth and healing.
You may look like you’re functioning well on the outside—holding things together professionally, showing up for others and understanding yourself deeply—yet still feel stuck in patterns you can’t seem to shift.
Are you insightful and self-aware, yet repeating the same emotional, relational or nervous system habits? Do you struggle with anxiety, unresolved trauma, relationship challenges, grief, loss or a persistent sense that life feels harder than it should?
We may also draw from Attachment-based, Compassion-focused, DBT, Expressive Arts, Family Systems, Humanistic, IFS, Play Therapy, Psychodynamic, Relational, Somatic, Strength-Based, and Trauma-Focused therapies, creating a personalized approach to your growth and healing.
You may look like you’re functioning well on the outside—holding things together professionally, showing up for others and understanding yourself deeply—yet still feel stuck in patterns you can’t seem to shift.
Are you insightful and self-aware, yet repeating the same emotional, relational or nervous system habits? Do you struggle with anxiety, unresolved trauma, relationship challenges, grief, loss or a persistent sense that life feels harder than it should?
I also integrate ACT, DBT, IFS, and CBT to offer a well-rounded, individualized treatment tailored to each client's needs.
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I specialize in supporting men—especially queer men—and Latinos/as navigating anxiety, anger, identity questions, or relationship concerns. At the same time, I work with adults from all backgrounds who want a warm, grounded space to understand their emotions and life transitions. Many of my clients seek clarity around cultural expectations, communication, sexuality, or self-worth, and want to feel more regulated, confident, and connected to themselves and others.
I also integrate ACT, DBT, IFS, and CBT to offer a well-rounded, individualized treatment tailored to each client's needs.
Hello!
I specialize in supporting men—especially queer men—and Latinos/as navigating anxiety, anger, identity questions, or relationship concerns. At the same time, I work with adults from all backgrounds who want a warm, grounded space to understand their emotions and life transitions. Many of my clients seek clarity around cultural expectations, communication, sexuality, or self-worth, and want to feel more regulated, confident, and connected to themselves and others.
As a psychotherapist trained in gestalt and internal family systems, I offer a caring, holistic, and creative approach to our work together.
"I will support your journey into self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-empowerment. The destination is ease, wholeness, and choice.” Finding balance, peace, and fulfillment can be a challenge. Our work together will strengthen and support you from the inside by helping you identify and overcome the fears and beliefs that stand in the way of your personal satisfaction and healthy relationships. I bring more than twenty-five years experience to our partnership as we work together to create an effective pathway for you to develop inner harmony and achieve your goals.
As a psychotherapist trained in gestalt and internal family systems, I offer a caring, holistic, and creative approach to our work together.
"I will support your journey into self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-empowerment. The destination is ease, wholeness, and choice.” Finding balance, peace, and fulfillment can be a challenge. Our work together will strengthen and support you from the inside by helping you identify and overcome the fears and beliefs that stand in the way of your personal satisfaction and healthy relationships. I bring more than twenty-five years experience to our partnership as we work together to create an effective pathway for you to develop inner harmony and achieve your goals.
At times, life’s challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or alone in what you’re experiencing. Stress, grief, past trauma, or ongoing family conflict can make it difficult to move forward or even recognize your own strength. You may want things to feel different—but aren’t sure where to begin. Many come to therapy wanting relief, clarity, and a space where they can feel understood and begin to heal. I work with adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and loss, offering a supportive space where you can begin to process, heal, and grow.
At times, life’s challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or alone in what you’re experiencing. Stress, grief, past trauma, or ongoing family conflict can make it difficult to move forward or even recognize your own strength. You may want things to feel different—but aren’t sure where to begin. Many come to therapy wanting relief, clarity, and a space where they can feel understood and begin to heal. I work with adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and loss, offering a supportive space where you can begin to process, heal, and grow.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists
What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.