Career Counseling Therapists in Greenwich Village, New York, NY

I am a certified personal coach specializing in the areas of career transition, work/life balance, and executive management. I utilize a practical goals based approach supported by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Positive Psychology models. Most of my clients work with me for a short amount of time ranging from three to twelve sessions over three to six months. During this time 90% of my clients accomplish their goals and improve their lives. I can meet in person but also via video calls which often allow for more convenient scheduling.

The desire to help individual teens and adults, couples, and families face life’s challenges with positivity, resilience, strength, and curiosity is what led me to pursue a career in mental health counseling. I believe we all have the right to appropriately address the issues in our lives that cause us mental distress, and that with the right tools and support, we are all capable obtaining greater self-knowledge to help us lead happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.

I am a Doctor of Education who has been an NYU clinical assistant professor as well as the entrepreneurial founder of an advertising agency. I can help you transform your career pathway that optimizes your talents and skills, whether you are launching your career, at your mid and senior level. I have succeeded because of − not in spite of − having a diagnosis of dyslexia and ADHD. My doctoral dissertation is entitled, Transforming Disability to Advantage: A Phenomenological Study of Career Success for Dyslexics.

I believe that the client and therapist relationship is essential to the therapeutic process, so my approach is supportive and collaborative. My style is warm, empathic, and non-judgmental while also honest and direct. Based on my personal and professional expertise in sports psychology and career/executive coaching, I will help you master the sport of managing your most meaningful relationships, mental health, and goals. I do so by utilizing holistic and evidence-based approaches, and personalize your treatment based on what's most effective for you. We'll balance the seriousness with laughter & no problem is too small to discuss!

Paul has extensive clinical experience working with individuals and couples to overcome their personal, career and relationship challenges. Paul's practice primarily focuses on helping clients strengthen their own unique emotional intelligence to empower them to achieve their individual and professional goals and enable them to lead more fulfilling lives. Paul's approaches especially help clients improve their ability to: * Resolve blocks & obstacles * Alleviate depression & anxiety * Improve their relationships * Develop self-confidence * Make better decisions * Enhance their performance * Set clear goals * Solve problems creatively * Address intimacy issues * Negotiate assertively * Parent effectively * Navigate sobriety * Manage anger & mood

Are you feeling unhappy at work or overwhelmed with life demands? You may be in a stressful situation dealing with difficult work relationship and too many responsibilities. Although achievement may be important to you, if things don't change you may be facing burnout. Would you like to explore options to achieve your personal and professional goals with less stress and anxiety? I specialize in working with individuals in demanding fields to figure out creative solutions to life's challenges. I can also help you to make the right career moves, position yourself for career advancement and work towards life/work balance.

Do you struggle with relationships, career, family, loneliness? Unfulfilling relationships, substance use, depression/anxiety and career challenges are often the catalysts that bring many people to my practice. While painful, these motivators to therapy can lead to lasting change. It is my strong belief that it is the relationship or therapeutic alliance between client and therapist that ultimately heals. I conduct psychotherapy through a Gay/LGBTQ-affirmative and culturally humble framework. ​​

While trained in multiple therapy modes, I focus on collaborative, interactive cognitive work to start and retain a deep change from negative thinking to clarity. What is in need of change, and why? What are steps that can create energy, courage, growth- without disruption? What is the right pace of change and are we on target? I see therapy as emotional "detective work" whose aim is freedom and satisfaction. Discovering possibilities and practicing changes, step by step, leads on to emotional recovery- and freedom, whether from anxiety, depression, relationship difficulty, low self-esteem, addiction, or underemployment.

As a black male and a Jamaican immigrant, I understand the unique challenges that marginalized communities face in accessing mental health services. I prioritize a safe and non-judgemental therapy space for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clients to explore their identities and experiences, without fear of judgment or discrimination.

My career as a therapist was launched after being diagnosed with ADHD while working as an attorney at a large law firm. Today, I specialize in helping people harness their full potential at work and at home. My mission is to empower people to live their most meaningful lives–lives based on their understanding of who they are and how to live in the world in a way that feels satisfying to them.

Embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation and connect with the authentic essence within you. Life's complexities can lead to self-doubt, anxiety, and disconnection, affecting relationships, career and your overall sense of well-being. External pressures fuel imposter syndrome and perfectionism. The relentless chatter of your inner critic is drowning out your inner sage. Together, let’s shed the burdens of “should” to find the clarity and confidence to be real and present in each moment. We’ll dive deep into questions about purpose, meaning, emotion, and authenticity, nurturing every nuance of your story.

I believe that there's no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. Instead, I recognize the importance of tailoring therapeutic interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual. Valuing the pivotal role that the therapeutic alliance plays in an individual's transformative journey, I approach my clients in an accepting and empowering way, with a focus on developing corrective experience. My educational and professional journey includes obtaining double degrees in both Family Studies and Clinical Psychology, and working as a psychotherapist, an executive coach, as well as a writer.

As your therapist, I provide a warm and supportive space where you can talk freely without being judged. I won't just sit quietly – instead, I'll ask questions, offer suggestions, and reflect on what you share. Together, we'll work on dealing with the things that might be bothering you in your everyday life, whether that be challenges with relationships, work, or family. Our goal is to help you feel better, be true to who you are, and improve your relationships. And along the way, you'll get valuable skills to reduce stress and move your life forward.

Life can feel overwhelming and stressful. We will work together to help relieve the worries you face and build the confidence to navigate life. I am here to listen and support you on your journey. My name is Cara. I am a licensed clinical social worker, and have worked as a counselor and therapist in NYC for 10 years. I have experience working with individuals dealing with the struggles of everyday life including anxiety, depression, stress, career obstacles, relationships, self-esteem, and life transitions.

In order for therapy to work, you first have to feel completely safe and understood. With that in mind, I approach my practice with empathy and a sense of humor, always aiming to foster a warm, non-judgmental connection from which real introspection and growth can begin.  Becoming acquainted with your innermost emotions and drives–truly looking inward and starting to connect the dots between past experiences and current life patterns–is very hard work. I will help by giving you a space comfortable enough for experimentation, yet challenging enough to bring about real change. 

Are you seeking better relationships, greater career success, or relief from emotional distress? I will work with you to overcome the obstacles to living the life you want. Understanding yourself and others in new ways can increase your ability to relate to people authentically and experience love. Reconsidering recurring patterns that once seemed inevitable or uncontrollable can help you eliminate self-defeating behaviors and discover new choices and options. Acquiring the psychological skills to direct your life more effectively can lead to making lasting changes. Developing your emotional intelligence can promote greater resilience, humor, and capacity for pleasure.

I believe that change and healing come through relationships; our relationship with self as well as our relationships with others. It is because of this belief that I approach my work as a collaborative venture that requires large amounts of both compassion and curiosity. It is my goal to create an atmosphere where these qualities can be nurtured and to provide the individual with the support and space to reflect on old patterns of behavior and the opportunity to respond in new ways that allow for a more fully realized and authentic way of living.

Are you feeling sad, angry, stuck or confused with your job or your spouse or your family of origin or your friends? Does your self esteem vary widely in reaction to your circumstances? Do you try to control your emotional states by eating or witholding or other self destructive behaviors? If you wish to understand why these difficulties are going on, and want to work toward making change, I may be the therapist for you. I am patient, empathic, and directive.I am psychoanalytically trained but have respect for the pragmatic realities of everyday life. I genuinely love working with people in a therapeutic way.

Everyone deserves to live life to its fullest. Emotional well-being is one of the essential parts of an individual's life. My office is a safe place to explore your fears and hopes. Whether you are struggling with excessive worry, sadness, depression, loss, relationship difficulties, job-related issues, insecurities, stress, feeling stuck/not meeting goals, or other life challenges that become difficult to navigate. Sharing the process of understanding yourself better through psychotherapy can change how you experience yourself and others and help you make changes to improve how you feel and live.