Therapists in Central Park, New York, NY

While NYC has much to offer, one can get caught up in the challenges and hardships that come along with the fast-paced and exhilarating life style. Whether you’re struggling with relationships, jobs, or having negative thoughts you just can’t seem to redirect, know that you don’t have to untangle them alone. It takes a great deal of courage to seek help, and doing so is the first step towards change. As a therapist, my role is to establish a secure and nurturing environment that allows for vulnerability, risk-taking, and discomfort in order to fuel self-exploration and promotes healing.

My work with clients is influenced by the well-known American Humanistic psychologist, Carl Rogers. He believed that there is a positive energy in all of us to grow, develop, and become more mature. When a person experiences unconditional acceptance and empathic understanding from another (a parent, friend or therapist), who is also experienced as genuine, human and "real," growth naturally occurs. I make every effort to be with, understand and accept, and see the positive strengths of clients. My therapeutic work has also been influenced by contemporary self psychology, intersubjectivity theory, and relational theories in psychoanalysis.

Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.

I offer my clients a bedrock of honesty and stability based on evidenced-based practices in psychology and human growth. I believe in the art of asking the right questions to each client so that they can find their own way. Reflective listening coupled with skillful questioning can cut through years of pain. My therapy is not vague. It sometimes offers tough love-type feedback. But it does give each patient meaningful insight that goes beyond the surface of their lives. You can learn more about me at my website www.susanpodbielski.com

I work with children, adolescents, and adults utilizing a range of modalities including psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapies. I treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use disorders, self-esteem and relationship issues.

I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.

Do you worry about things you do not have control over? Do you find it difficult to cope with your daily life activities? I treat clients with social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, or generalized anxiety disorder. I will help you find practical solutions to coping with your fears.

Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.

Dr. Elyse Goldstein is a nationally known psychologist. She hosted her own daily radio call-in program in NYC on WMCA Radio from 1981 to 1987. She was heard coast to coast in the broadcast series "The Word", commenting on the day to day complexities of human relationships. She serves as a consultant for radio, television, journalists, and is a member of the American Psychological Association Speakers Bureau. She has taught psychology at various universities and is listed in the National Register for Health Service Providers in Psychology. Dr. Goldstein is easy to talk to, compassionate, and gives feedback.

There are many components to a fulfilling and meaningful life, all of which need care and attention. Much like going to the gym to take care of your physical health and having a job to ensure financial health, I believe it is important to take care of your psychological well-being. Ultimately, addressing challenges in therapy can enhance your well-being across the many domains of your life. We will work together through the challenges you face, whether they be work-related stressors, familial or relationship challenges, or something you can’t quite put your finger on.

Therapy is a collaborative partnership built on trust, empathy, and honesty. I strive to create an inviting, warm, safe space for my clients to explore, grow, and develop confidence and trust in themselves. As a therapist, I focus on the person, not just the problem. My goal is to provide support and help you hone in on your resilience and resourcefulness, so you leave our sessions feeling empowered, centered, and in control.

Understanding complicated thoughts feelings and behaviors can be difficult to unpack on your own. I am here to work collaboratively so that we can reach your goals together. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults.

My practice is open to individual adults and couples who wish to address: life transition problems; relationship difficulties; parenting issues, anxiety; and depression. My therapeutic orientation combines psychodynamic, insight-oriented, and cognitive behavioral techniques.

I believe that treatment is most effective when the individual seeking therapy is willing to delve not only her/his conscious but unconscious thoughts and feelings. One must be as honest as possible and collaborate with me to determine what is helpful to him and what is not helpful. Psychotherapy is a process, often a long process. A willingness to persevere, in spite of difficult sessions and periods, is critical. Change is hard.

Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.

I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and transformation and I create a safe and supportive environment where you can openly discuss your concerns and we can identify ways to enact positive change and enhance your inner strengths. I utilize a client centered, strengths-based approach in my work with individuals and couples in order to promote and support health and peace. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, family and relationship issues. I have postgraduate training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and utilize this along with traditional psychotherapy.

Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.

Life is full of transitions and hardships, and for a person struggling with an Eating Disorder, Addiction, Anxiety, OCD, Depression or Relationship stress (whether as a parent, a partner, or a child) managing that change can often become overwhelming and more challenging. As a therapist specializing in the treatment of Eating Disorders and Relationships, I offer a safe and confidential space to explore both your past, present and what you would like out of your future, in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment.

I am a clinical psychologist with over 28 years experience providing treatment, clinical instruction and supervision in evidenced based psychotherapy. I have served as a clinical director, supervisor, and clinical instructor of psychology to programs at Columbia Presbyterian, Mt Sinai Medical Center, and Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation.I am committed to the practice and advancement of treatment approaches which strengthen psychological skills for coping with life challenges. I have specialized in the treatment of depression, anxiety , including ptsd, and co-occurring disorders of addiction and mental health.