Optum Therapists in Greenwich Village, New York, NY

Beginning the therapeutic process is the most valuable investment one can make in themselves and the ideal therapeutic relationship is the culprit for your meaningful progress. I have extensive and dynamic experience in working with individuals who are experiencing challenges including uncomfortable levels of anxiety, depression, unprocessed trauma, grief, and toxic relationships. I am confidently a person centered therapist who draws upon mindfulness and cognitive work with the goal of clarifying values, improving your critical thought processes, and attaining a type of self actualizing growth and development that

Are you feeling a little lost and frustrated trying to find “the right therapist" for you? Have you ever wished to completely be yourself in front of someone without worrying about being judged? Do you want to feel seen, heard, and understood by someone? I am here to help. I am ready to listen to your deep stories that you couldn't share with anyone and to better understand you with compassion, curiosity, and an open mind. As an immigrant with diverse educational, religious, and family backgrounds growing up in multiple countries, I understand how difficult it can be to navigate various cultures, institutions, and systems.

As an individual or couple's/marital specialist, I help patients learn the ironic concept of "tolerating intimacy" and in so doing, get and enjoy the personal relationship you want and... deserve. Did show for CABLEVISION called 'WHY COUPLES FIGHT/TOLERATING INTIMACY"... Also, new article written: 'Body-Mind Strategies for Dealing with Anxiety and Depression' www.psychotherapistsnyc.com/20130421.asp Facilitator New York Disaster Counseling Coalition "Renewing Relationships" couples weekend communication workshop, with focus on resliency building, communication skills, listening and empathy.

My belief is that if we can change the way we think, we can change the way we feel. As a relatable and intuitive therapist, my primary goal of treatment is to provide you with an exploratory environment that will facilitate you in understanding your current thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and how they affect your daily life and general sense of self. Some values that I bring to each session are transparency, exploration, curiosity, humor and novel insight. In working with me, you will be challenged, appropriately guided, and sometimes even laugh while you learn some new and interesting things about yourself.

Our work together will give you the space to safely discuss your experiences, explore possibilities and feel heard and appreciated. I'm a thoughtful and nonjudgmental listener that views therapy as a dynamic partnership—founded on mutual openness, care, and respect. I see individuals as the best experts of their lived experience and when given active and holistic support can discover their inner strengths and preferred life directions. I strive to be person-centered, trauma-informed, and relational, while paying attention to the impact power dynamics, social expectations and structures have on people and the counseling process.

Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children ages 10-18 and young adults ages 18-24 who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.

I have over 15 years of experience counseling children, adolescents, families and groups, both in the US and the UK. I am British and after being educated at Oxford University I worked in various professions before coming to New York to further my education and continue my therapy practice. My philosophy is that we all have the potential to improve our lives. With collaboration and support my clients develop strengths to help overcome difficult and stressful thoughts and feelings and to achieve meaningful and lasting change.

Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children ages 10-18 and young adults ages 18-24 who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.

Freedom Rivera strives to help clients make transformative choices. She is certified in trauma-sensitive mindfulness, which is a gentle yet powerful technique to help clients thrive when dealing with symptoms of PTSD. Freedom aims to return her clients to their natural way of being, one aligned and emotionally whole. Freedom’s practice focuses on millennial and Gen Z women.

It is through congruence, a genuine ability to empathize and to be compassionate, that I believe is how an organic developing therapeutic relationship manifests. My style’s core foundation revolves around a collaboration between Rogerian Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS). It is with an open heart that I invite you to give yourself an opportunity at enhancing your quality of life through the process of self-discovery.

My therapeutic style is empathetic, accepting, flexible, and genuine. I employ a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and anti-racist lens, specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), acculturation stress, and racial identity.

I have extensive experience helping adults and children manage anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions. I can help you examine the causes and develop a coping plan. We can explore your individual goals and examine unhelpful habits and patterns that stand in the way.

I am an experienced, well-trained psychotherapist. I help patients to feel in control of their lives through self-awareness. My ability to provide a warm, safe environment allows patients to gain insight into themselves, thereby improving the quality of their relationship with others. I have 30+ years of practice and have graduated from training institutes in both psychoanalytic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis.

The reasons to seek therapy are endless: life changes, feelings of depression or anxiety, the realization that a change is needed, feeling lost or stuck, the loss of a loved one or any situation that brings us distress. Talking to someone about these circumstances can seem daunting, but it does not have to be. Therapy offers the ability to talk about your unique situation in a safe and compassionate environment. I provide a space for growth and healing where you will be supported and listened to without judgement.

For over 20 years, I have worked with a diverse population of adults including those who are HIV+ and with the LGBTQ community. My style is highly empathic and non-judgmental and my approach combines elements from Humanistic and Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing and EFT. I have experience treating individuals with depression, anxiety, OCD, chronic illness, eating disorders and those with a history of trauma and PTSD. I have additional training in Brainspotting, an evidence-based form of psychotherapy developed by David Grand, PhD, in 2003 that evolved from EMDR and Somatic Processing.

My dedication lies in empowering individuals to navigate their mental health journey with resilience and self-discovery. I am a therapist passionate about guiding my clients on a journey of soulful nourishment. For me, therapy is more than a process; it's an opportunity to explore, connect, and deeply heal. In sessions, I offer more than just therapeutic techniques; it's an invitation to explore the depths of your being, connect with your inner self, and embark on a profound journey.

Ideally, therapy has been shown to have the best outcomes when you feel like your therapist gets you. Therapy is a relationship, rather than a set of instructions. My approach is warm, interactive, practical, and empathic, and I draw from relational, feminist, trauma-informed, anti-racist treatment models. I believe in the healing power of the therapeutic relationship, along with helping you contextualize your life experiences, honoring your expertise in your own life.

Hello and welcome! Are you thinking about starting therapy? It can be daunting to find the best fit for you to improve your mental health. I am trained in a humanistic approach that is integrative, relational, dynamic, and client-centered. I blend appropriate modalities, including psychodynamics and mindfulness, shaping treatment to meet your needs and goals within a safe, respectful, and compassionate environment. My lifelong passion for poetry, photography, yoga, and meditation contributes to my empathy and open-mindedness for others.

Perhaps you are feeling stuck in your life, or held back by anxiety or low self-esteem. It may be that you're having problems in your relationships or your professional life. Or you have prior experience with psychotherapy and are now looking for a new approach. Psychodynamic psychotherapy can help you cope with the challenges you are facing, while helping you gain insight into your complex inner life.