Somatic Therapists in New City, NY
Leading Edge Therapy & Coaching - David S.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, JD
1 Endorsed
New City, NY 10956
If you're stuck in your marriage or relationship, overwhelmed with your teen, or wanting to work on yourself, I can help. Typical challenges are poor communication, infidelity, behavioral issues, pornography, and other addictions. Whether you're anxious and depressed or struggling with ADD, I provide a blend of therapy and coaching, teach "Active Listening" and use hypnotherapy, "tapping" (a form of energy psychology) for anxiety, and EMDR for trauma. My approach is practical & collaborative. I work with couples, teens, families and individuals, separately and together. I provide tools & offer homework for between sessions.
If you're stuck in your marriage or relationship, overwhelmed with your teen, or wanting to work on yourself, I can help. Typical challenges are poor communication, infidelity, behavioral issues, pornography, and other addictions. Whether you're anxious and depressed or struggling with ADD, I provide a blend of therapy and coaching, teach "Active Listening" and use hypnotherapy, "tapping" (a form of energy psychology) for anxiety, and EMDR for trauma. My approach is practical & collaborative. I work with couples, teens, families and individuals, separately and together. I provide tools & offer homework for between sessions.
I use Somatic and Embodiment work and Creative Expression to identify feelings.
Cycles. Therapy looks closely at them and what makes you who you are. Therapy and creative expression invite the opportunity to feel seen/ heard. Feel relief within vulnerable parts of the cycle.
I ask clients to create a bridge between patterns and needs both emotional and physical. Attend to needs that are expressed through our bodies, and became tuned out to the world around us. Learn to nourish the self.
Together we can build upon your self, environment, and pause to call awareness to our senses. Inviting the usage of informed decisions about the self, the cycle, and how we navigate the world around us without shame.
I use Somatic and Embodiment work and Creative Expression to identify feelings.
Cycles. Therapy looks closely at them and what makes you who you are. Therapy and creative expression invite the opportunity to feel seen/ heard. Feel relief within vulnerable parts of the cycle.
I ask clients to create a bridge between patterns and needs both emotional and physical. Attend to needs that are expressed through our bodies, and became tuned out to the world around us. Learn to nourish the self.
Together we can build upon your self, environment, and pause to call awareness to our senses. Inviting the usage of informed decisions about the self, the cycle, and how we navigate the world around us without shame.
Using a trauma-informed approach that incorporates CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and somatic techniques, Dylan helps clients develop practical coping skills, increase self-awareness, and build the confidence needed to create meaningful, lasting change.
Are you looking for a space where you can show up exactly as you are? Are you exploring your gender identity or sexual orientation? Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, your body, or your relationships?
Do you identify as LGBTQIA+ and want a therapist who understands the nuances of your experiences without requiring you to educate them? Are you navigating relationship challenges, exploring ethical non-monogamy, or trying to build stronger, healthier connections with your partner(s)? Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or major life transitions and are looking for a space where you can finally exhale.
Using a trauma-informed approach that incorporates CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and somatic techniques, Dylan helps clients develop practical coping skills, increase self-awareness, and build the confidence needed to create meaningful, lasting change.
Are you looking for a space where you can show up exactly as you are? Are you exploring your gender identity or sexual orientation? Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, your body, or your relationships?
Do you identify as LGBTQIA+ and want a therapist who understands the nuances of your experiences without requiring you to educate them? Are you navigating relationship challenges, exploring ethical non-monogamy, or trying to build stronger, healthier connections with your partner(s)? Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or major life transitions and are looking for a space where you can finally exhale.
I am a New York City-based licensed therapist specializing in LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, women, trauma, anxiety, and identity exploration. I welcome clients of all identities and backgrounds, with a particular passion for supporting queer women, lesbians, transgender and nonbinary individuals, and those exploring their sexuality or gender identity. I integrate several evidence-based therapy modalities, including CBT, Internal Family Systems (parts-work,) and strength-based therapy.
I am a New York City-based licensed therapist specializing in LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, women, trauma, anxiety, and identity exploration. I welcome clients of all identities and backgrounds, with a particular passion for supporting queer women, lesbians, transgender and nonbinary individuals, and those exploring their sexuality or gender identity. I integrate several evidence-based therapy modalities, including CBT, Internal Family Systems (parts-work,) and strength-based therapy.
Whether you're beginning your career, feeling stuck in relationships, or navigating a life transition, therapy can help you better understand yourself and create meaningful change. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and questions of identity and purpose. I also offer psychedelic preparation and integration.
Whether you're beginning your career, feeling stuck in relationships, or navigating a life transition, therapy can help you better understand yourself and create meaningful change. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and questions of identity and purpose. I also offer psychedelic preparation and integration.
I am a licensed mental health counselor, with extensive training in mindfulness and other evidence-based approaches. I listen deeply, and use a variety of clinical techniques tailored to your individual goals and needs. Chances are, that there is more ‘right’ with you than is ‘wrong’ with you – even if it may not feel that way just yet. My goal is to help you discover your strengths, and empower you to operate from that place. You can grow and heal, and life can get better.
I am a licensed mental health counselor, with extensive training in mindfulness and other evidence-based approaches. I listen deeply, and use a variety of clinical techniques tailored to your individual goals and needs. Chances are, that there is more ‘right’ with you than is ‘wrong’ with you – even if it may not feel that way just yet. My goal is to help you discover your strengths, and empower you to operate from that place. You can grow and heal, and life can get better.
I use techniques from various modalities, including somatic therapy, EMDR, IFS, sex therapy, and mindfulness, Feel free to reach out about setting up a brief chat for you to discuss what you're looking for and possibly working together.
I often say that therapy isn't just about what's wrong with you, it's that there's more to you. Maybe you've been connected to more of yourself in the past but it's been a while; maybe you've always felt disconnected. Whatever it is, my goal is to work with you on finding more vibrancy and presence in your life so that you can feel like you're embodying and enjoying more, and feeling movement in areas that feel stuck.
I use techniques from various modalities, including somatic therapy, EMDR, IFS, sex therapy, and mindfulness, Feel free to reach out about setting up a brief chat for you to discuss what you're looking for and possibly working together.
I often say that therapy isn't just about what's wrong with you, it's that there's more to you. Maybe you've been connected to more of yourself in the past but it's been a while; maybe you've always felt disconnected. Whatever it is, my goal is to work with you on finding more vibrancy and presence in your life so that you can feel like you're embodying and enjoying more, and feeling movement in areas that feel stuck.
Life can present us with a multitude of stressors, and we all experience moments that challenge our emotional and mental well-being. As a LCSW, I specialize in mindfulness, I teach patients effective breathing techniques and tapping methods to foster emotional resilience and reduce stress. My unique approach also incorporates sound therapy, utilizing tuning forks to create a soothing atmosphere that promotes relaxation and healing. Through guided visualization, patients connect with their inner strength and envision a path towards wellness.
Life can present us with a multitude of stressors, and we all experience moments that challenge our emotional and mental well-being. As a LCSW, I specialize in mindfulness, I teach patients effective breathing techniques and tapping methods to foster emotional resilience and reduce stress. My unique approach also incorporates sound therapy, utilizing tuning forks to create a soothing atmosphere that promotes relaxation and healing. Through guided visualization, patients connect with their inner strength and envision a path towards wellness.
Utilizing an integrative approach, I pull from CBT, DBT, EFT, experiential and somatic techniques, relational and trauma-informed work, and mindfulness techniques.
Deciding to start therapy can feel both scary and relieving. It can also be really difficult to find a therapist who you feel is a good fit for you. As a licensed therapist, I'm dedicated to helping people overcome challenges. As a mom, wife, sister, daughter, friend, and human, I understand life’s complexities. I assist clients dealing with issues like anxiety, depression, time management, organization, life transitions, executive functioning struggles, work-related stress (corporate and non-corporate), family dynamics, school, and social concerns. I work with adolescents, college students, young adults, and adults.
Utilizing an integrative approach, I pull from CBT, DBT, EFT, experiential and somatic techniques, relational and trauma-informed work, and mindfulness techniques.
Deciding to start therapy can feel both scary and relieving. It can also be really difficult to find a therapist who you feel is a good fit for you. As a licensed therapist, I'm dedicated to helping people overcome challenges. As a mom, wife, sister, daughter, friend, and human, I understand life’s complexities. I assist clients dealing with issues like anxiety, depression, time management, organization, life transitions, executive functioning struggles, work-related stress (corporate and non-corporate), family dynamics, school, and social concerns. I work with adolescents, college students, young adults, and adults.
There are times in our lives when we may feel as though we are just going through the motions. Past experiences, perhaps dating back to childhood, could show up in a variety of ways in your adult life. Sometimes you may realize that there could be a connection between your past affecting the present but you are not quite sure how. You may be experiencing a variety of overwhelming emotions, some of which could be contributing to anxiety, depression or showing up in your interpersonal relationships. This may have created the potential opportunity for you to begin your healing process. It is my intention to assist you in this journey.
There are times in our lives when we may feel as though we are just going through the motions. Past experiences, perhaps dating back to childhood, could show up in a variety of ways in your adult life. Sometimes you may realize that there could be a connection between your past affecting the present but you are not quite sure how. You may be experiencing a variety of overwhelming emotions, some of which could be contributing to anxiety, depression or showing up in your interpersonal relationships. This may have created the potential opportunity for you to begin your healing process. It is my intention to assist you in this journey.
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and a Certified Gestalt Therapist.
I bring over 25 years of clinical experience to my practice as a psychotherapist. It is my belief that we each have a quiet place of truth within us that has been buried by the demands of life. Our habits and beliefs hold us back from our true nature and the life we desire. Together, we will work in the present moment to increase self awareness, uncover obstacles, and access this place of inner truth and strength. In my work with clients I often see individuals struggling with relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, life transitions, and the effects of trauma.
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and a Certified Gestalt Therapist.
I bring over 25 years of clinical experience to my practice as a psychotherapist. It is my belief that we each have a quiet place of truth within us that has been buried by the demands of life. Our habits and beliefs hold us back from our true nature and the life we desire. Together, we will work in the present moment to increase self awareness, uncover obstacles, and access this place of inner truth and strength. In my work with clients I often see individuals struggling with relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, life transitions, and the effects of trauma.
I begin the collaboration with each person seeking my professional counsel by asking, "What is it you're not getting in your life that causes you pain?" Together, we explore the resources that will allow them to heal, change and grow. During the 30 years I have practiced psychotherapy, from a systemic or holistic perspective, I have assisted individuals, parents, couples, adolescents and caregivers to see and experience their lives differently.
I begin the collaboration with each person seeking my professional counsel by asking, "What is it you're not getting in your life that causes you pain?" Together, we explore the resources that will allow them to heal, change and grow. During the 30 years I have practiced psychotherapy, from a systemic or holistic perspective, I have assisted individuals, parents, couples, adolescents and caregivers to see and experience their lives differently.
My ideal client is someone facing a personal “mountain”—a season of life marked by anxiety, overwhelm, transition, or disconnection. They are capable and motivated (even if they don’t always believe it), yet feel unsure of their footing and want support that honors the connection between mind, body, and soul. They seek a collaborative, grounded therapeutic space where they can build balance, trust their abilities, and move forward with confidence.
My ideal client is someone facing a personal “mountain”—a season of life marked by anxiety, overwhelm, transition, or disconnection. They are capable and motivated (even if they don’t always believe it), yet feel unsure of their footing and want support that honors the connection between mind, body, and soul. They seek a collaborative, grounded therapeutic space where they can build balance, trust their abilities, and move forward with confidence.
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EMDR and somatic interventions deliver RESULTS.
If not NOW then when? Are you tired of just surviving? Are you exhausted from not finding a solid footing while having things you thought would make you happy? Is life endless cosplay?
I support high-achievers in pressured settings that juggle success with silent struggles—anxious thoughts, burnout, self-doubt, or trauma they’ve learned to hide well. They crave clarity and meaningful success. They are tired of "powering through." They want tools that work, not just talk therapy. In our work together, we focus on developing emotional agility, creating sustainable strategies, and releasing what is no longer theirs to carry.
EMDR and somatic interventions deliver RESULTS.
If not NOW then when? Are you tired of just surviving? Are you exhausted from not finding a solid footing while having things you thought would make you happy? Is life endless cosplay?
I support high-achievers in pressured settings that juggle success with silent struggles—anxious thoughts, burnout, self-doubt, or trauma they’ve learned to hide well. They crave clarity and meaningful success. They are tired of "powering through." They want tools that work, not just talk therapy. In our work together, we focus on developing emotional agility, creating sustainable strategies, and releasing what is no longer theirs to carry.
Life can be overwhelming, especially when you're navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or the uncertainty of infertility and perinatal challenges. I offer a grounded, nonjudgmental space where you can show up exactly as you are. Together, we’ll unpack the patterns, stories, and stressors that may be keeping you stuck, and build practical tools to help you feel more confident, connected, and in control.
I work with adults of all ages with a focus on supporting individuals through life transitions: career burnout, loss, relationship shifts, identity changes, and the complexities of becoming/deciding not to become a parent.
Life can be overwhelming, especially when you're navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or the uncertainty of infertility and perinatal challenges. I offer a grounded, nonjudgmental space where you can show up exactly as you are. Together, we’ll unpack the patterns, stories, and stressors that may be keeping you stuck, and build practical tools to help you feel more confident, connected, and in control.
I work with adults of all ages with a focus on supporting individuals through life transitions: career burnout, loss, relationship shifts, identity changes, and the complexities of becoming/deciding not to become a parent.
I have an extensive background in trauma, somatic, and attachment-informed work, and have extensive training in experiential dynamic therapies that reflect that.
Thank you for stopping by. You probably already know that most people find relationships challenging especially the romantic, intimate, sexual kind.
Perhaps you're frustrated, discouraged, disappointed and resentful about it all. Perhaps you feel burdened or obligated by your relationship.
Or perhaps you feel a whole bunch of lacks; lack of love, lack of affection, lack of connection, lack of warmth, lack of sex etc... Regardless of the particular relationship challenge or challenges you might be facing, I can help.
I have an extensive background in trauma, somatic, and attachment-informed work, and have extensive training in experiential dynamic therapies that reflect that.
Thank you for stopping by. You probably already know that most people find relationships challenging especially the romantic, intimate, sexual kind.
Perhaps you're frustrated, discouraged, disappointed and resentful about it all. Perhaps you feel burdened or obligated by your relationship.
Or perhaps you feel a whole bunch of lacks; lack of love, lack of affection, lack of connection, lack of warmth, lack of sex etc... Regardless of the particular relationship challenge or challenges you might be facing, I can help.
Do you want to find your way through this crisis and come out stronger and even more empowered? It is possible!!! Quarantined and in "social isolation" we can go deeper within (even if we didn't want to.) We can use this opportunity to look inside and discover inner issues that keep us from being who we really are, and find the inner gifts and resources we didn't know we had, to go to the next level of our more empowered life. We can learn how to adapt successfully.
Do you want to find your way through this crisis and come out stronger and even more empowered? It is possible!!! Quarantined and in "social isolation" we can go deeper within (even if we didn't want to.) We can use this opportunity to look inside and discover inner issues that keep us from being who we really are, and find the inner gifts and resources we didn't know we had, to go to the next level of our more empowered life. We can learn how to adapt successfully.
I specialize in somatic and attachment-focused approaches (Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, AEDP, parts work) to help you resolve trauma, become your own best ally, and discover a new way of being and feeling.
There are times when you do your best to hold it all together, yet inside it feels like too much. You might be thoughtful, capable, and reflective, yet still feel like something’s weighing you down. Maybe you move through the world with a smile while quietly bracing against anxiety or pushing aside painful emotions. Maybe it feels heavier—like shame, self-doubt, or carrying too much. You might be navigating a major life transition, longing for meaningful connection, or simply wanting more space to breathe. That longing itself can be a starting point. I work with individuals and couples ready to do the deep work toward change.
I specialize in somatic and attachment-focused approaches (Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, AEDP, parts work) to help you resolve trauma, become your own best ally, and discover a new way of being and feeling.
There are times when you do your best to hold it all together, yet inside it feels like too much. You might be thoughtful, capable, and reflective, yet still feel like something’s weighing you down. Maybe you move through the world with a smile while quietly bracing against anxiety or pushing aside painful emotions. Maybe it feels heavier—like shame, self-doubt, or carrying too much. You might be navigating a major life transition, longing for meaningful connection, or simply wanting more space to breathe. That longing itself can be a starting point. I work with individuals and couples ready to do the deep work toward change.
In order to strategize effectively, we go at the pace of your body-mind, pausing to turn inwards and utilizing somatic approaches to soothe or co-regulate your nervous system.
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. Whether you're new to sharing feelings or have done years of self-work, I'll join with you to explore how you want to embody your highest self and relate to others in the world by cultivating space for neurodivergence, intersecting identities, and evolving erotic needs. Maybe you just want tools and insights around a specific life transition, upcoming event, or period of instability affecting how you feel. In any case, you don't have to do it alone!
In order to strategize effectively, we go at the pace of your body-mind, pausing to turn inwards and utilizing somatic approaches to soothe or co-regulate your nervous system.
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. Whether you're new to sharing feelings or have done years of self-work, I'll join with you to explore how you want to embody your highest self and relate to others in the world by cultivating space for neurodivergence, intersecting identities, and evolving erotic needs. Maybe you just want tools and insights around a specific life transition, upcoming event, or period of instability affecting how you feel. In any case, you don't have to do it alone!
I also have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, somatic disorders, and many others.
Therapy should be a space to help you better understand yourself and how you got to where you are now. My job is to help you do just that. I work from a non-judgmental, empathetic, and attuned place, to help you feel supported throughout your process. I believe therapy should be collaborative, and while not always comfortable, you will always feel safe and heard. I will work to be flexible to your needs and personality and will always meet you where you are. We may laugh, you may cry, and you may laugh while you cry. Wherever you’d like to go, I’d like to go there with you.
I also have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, somatic disorders, and many others.
Therapy should be a space to help you better understand yourself and how you got to where you are now. My job is to help you do just that. I work from a non-judgmental, empathetic, and attuned place, to help you feel supported throughout your process. I believe therapy should be collaborative, and while not always comfortable, you will always feel safe and heard. I will work to be flexible to your needs and personality and will always meet you where you are. We may laugh, you may cry, and you may laugh while you cry. Wherever you’d like to go, I’d like to go there with you.
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Somatic Therapists
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.