Parenting Therapists in Central Park, New York, NY

My practice focuses on providing evidence-based therapy to individuals across the lifespan. I care deeply about the individuals and families I work with, and work collaboratively with them to identify their goals in treatment. In addition, I have extensive experience in psychoeducational assessments. I work with schools, parents and patients to understand the results of the evaluations. Further, I explain how their challenges impact them on a daily basis, and ways to help them learn strategies to accommodate for weaknesses, and leverage their strengths.

My treatment of children, adolescents and family members reflects over twenty years of experience serving in residential treatment centers, an expertise in the area of Forensic Social Work, working in congregate community programs, and effective management of Preventive Programs. I am licensed to practice as a Clinical Social Worker in New York State and possess a Post Graduate Certificate in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy. My professional service also reflect an eclectic mix of my West Indian heritage, US education and training, and strong family ties.

At Family Central Consultants, we help families through difficult transitions. We provide support and advice to families at a critical juncture when facing health, mental health, educational challenges, major life transitions, or just when needing some direction and support. We assist families in navigating a myriad of issues and available resources. We collaborate with our families to develop a plan of action and provide ongoing support. Our goal is to maximize information and understanding and to minimize stress and anxiety for our families faced with daunting or unfamiliar challenges.

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.

Joan Cade is a licensed psychoanalyst, parent counselor and early childhood educational and psychological consultant. In her private psychotherapy practice, Joan has extensive experience working with adults on a wide range of issues including: relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, defining life goals, work satisfaction, creative self-expression, self-esteem, stress-related physical symptoms, and parenting . For the treatment of depression and anxiety, Joan believes the benefits of talk therapy can be augmented by incorporating healthy practices such as sufficient sleep, aerobic exercise, breathing techniques, and good nutrition into one's daily life. Joan provides guidance to her patients to support them in implementing these practices.

People seek out treatment because they are in distress. Whether they feel anxious or depressed, are having difficulty with relationships, have experienced loss, or are just feeling unhappy, the desire to feel better and to function better is the goal. Critical to any treatment is an emotionally safe, respectful, supportive environment in which one can feel understood without judgement in order to begin this process and to develop better coping strategies and problem solving skills.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in NY state with a passion for encouraging personal growth and psychological health. I am experienced in working with adults, children, adolescents, and parents. I take a whole-person approach to treatment, which creates an integration of the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of the human condition. This focus on the many factors that effect a person creates connection, understanding, and an intervention that is tailored to the individual. As a clinician I focus on balance, which includes validation and understanding while also encouraging change and growth.

I offer a relationship-based approach to psychotherapy in a safe and comfortable environment. I work collaboratively with you to explore and understand your feelings, your struggles, your dreams and your fears. Through this process you will find that your personal relationships and your sense of "self" are strengthened and your professional life is enriched. You begin to live your life more fully. I work with adults, adolescents, children and infants in individual, couple and family therapy. My areas of special interest and expertise are relationship issues, pre and post-natal counseling, adoptive parenting , divorce, and body image/eating disorders.

I like to work collaboratively with clients of all ages to help with the following: success at work or school, cultivating satisfying relationships, stress reduction, stress management, fostering a hopeful and optimistic attitude, reducing depression and anxiety, and fostering a healthy relationship with one's body. Together, we will explore what gets in the way of maximizing your potential for success and happiness and come up with strategies to help you to feel better.

I specialize in helping women navigate the struggles of parenting , both in the transition to motherhood, and in the ongoing challenges of parenting and relationships. I help women build the support they need to take better care of themselves and their families. I integrate psychodynamic therapy with cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT) to treat perinatal anxiety and mood disorders, trauma and bereavement after pregnancy loss and help women navigating infertility.

Dr. Alli Kert has been working with parents and their children for more than 15 years. While the nature of her work varies based on client needs, the goals are often similar; enhancing lives through simplification, understanding and consistency. Alli is a licensed psychologist and a certified school psychologist. She works with children and the adults in their lives to provide support and guidance to help navigate both the every day, and the more challenging days.

On any given day, we can be impacted by people or events, creating ripples in our lives. But, the more deeply we connect with our own internal values and rhythms, the more solid our footing. With perception, humor and compassion, I value giving you the opportunity to safely explore your inner stories, fears and dreams. My hope is that you will find the validation, support and perspective necessary to create the change you so desire. I have extensive experience working with children, individuals and families with histories of trauma, facing difficult life transitions, such as creating and blending families, adoption, separation, divorce, death and loss.

Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? As a senior therapist at Zackson Psychology Group, I enjoy working with children and adolescents that may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral or family issues. You can talk to me about anything; nothing will surprise me. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.

As a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in New York City, I provide psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, parent -child dyads and families. I work from a collaborative and integrative approach, tailoring each treatment to the unique strengths and needs of the individual/family in order to alleviate symptoms and create meaningful and lasting change.

I bring flexibility, compassion, and optimism to my work as a clinical psychologist. With specialized training in Body Focused Repetitive Disorders (trichotillomania/hair pulling & skin picking), Autism, and different anxiety conditions, I will help you feel understood and supported as we collaborate to come up with an action plan to move forward. My goal is help you reduce suffering and feelings of isolation and anxiety, and actualize a full and meaningful life. Recognizing that treatment is not a one-size-fits-all experience, our work together will be tailored to address your unique struggles and goals.

Life's challenges are inevitable. Asking for help is your strength. Welcome to my practice! I am a licensed psychologist trained to work with children, teens, parents and adults. Healing starts with feeling connected. My warmth and easy going calm, create an atmosphere of comfort and openness. While encouraging self awareness, I respect and value the practical issues of life and incorporate them in my work. Listening, interacting, being supportive and solution oriented, characterize my style. I believe that people can strive toward increased fulfillment and happiness. Feeling listened to, validated and understood are essential ingredients for change and of course a little humor helps!

Dr. Tracey Bassett a licensed clinical psychologist who practices on the Upper East Side in Manhattan. She was trained as a child and family therapist focusing on anxiety, mood disorders, school related issues, as well as oppositional and disruptive behaviors in children and adolescents. She specializes in working from a cognitive behavioral approach and has experience with evidence based treatments such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Parent Child Interactional Therapy.

I see adults experiencing anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. I listen deeply. I help adults become more curious about their thoughts and feelings and question long-held assumptions that no longer apply. I help them tap into their bodies' wisdom. We work on removing roadblocks to free up energy in the essential areas of love, work and play. I help children experiencing difficulty at home, in school, and with peers. Through play and talk, I help them resume the important tasks of childhood. I have a specialty niche in infants and young children. Attachment issues, trauma, divorce and loss are additional areas of expertise.