Therapists in Harlem, New York, NY

I specialize on eating behaviors and body related issues. I counsel single, same sex, heterosexual, biological, ART and adoptive parents on parenting challenges (trust, attachment, discipline, play, emotion regulation, development, and play, etc.). I also support couples and individuals regarding preparation for pregnancy/parenthood. I coach individuals and couples on their relationship and offer parenting coordination. Additionally, I assist older individuals and their families with personal, family and work/employment issues related to aging (retirement, care for aging parents, patient directives, wills, changing roles, etc.). I also work with employers to integrate aging employees into the workforce.

Are you seeking to make positive changes in your life but are not sure where to begin? Then know you are not alone and that you have come to the right place. Seeking treatment can be challenging but also incredibly rewarding when provided with a safe space to explore what is most important to you, what worries you, what might make you sad or feel out of control, as well as what your hopes and dreams are for your life. We will collaboratively develop goals for our work together and strive towards achieving those by exploring your current situation, your background, and your history of relationships and experiences.

Did you wake up this morning and wish you weren’t alive? Did you look in the mirror and was disappointed at what you saw? Do you find your days interrupted with extreme sadness, or crying? How about getting angry about events and incidents that you would usually let go? Did you get fired or demoted? Is your co-workers giving you a hard time at your place of employment? Is there an individual you love not paying attention to you? Tired of being under the influence? Does your circle make you feel ugly and unwanted? How about your anxiety around family and friends at events and gatherings?

I am currently accepting new clients, seeking individual and couple therapy. Involved in working with individuals interested in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), utilizing the 4 techniques.The goal in couple therapy is to teach skills in a safe space that can help break the negative emotional patterns that prompt criticism, self-blame and/or defensiveness in the relationship. I am to guide, help and be a resource to individuals and couples going through significant discomfort in their life. Creating an empathetic and safe place for them and/or their partner to navigate challenging thoughts, feelings and ideas.

I am highly trained and very experienced with people of all ages and all diagnostic categories. My training is psychoanalytic. I adapt this training to the situation and needs of my patients. I prefer to work psychodynamially. I also do consulting and forensic work. I have always worked with children and have fifteen years of full and part time experience as a school psychologist, including four years in a school for children with serious learning and emotional problems.

Self exploration can be difficult. I am available to support you as you navigate your process. As a creative arts therapist & a woman of color specializing in movement based therapy (dance/movement therapy), I offer an additional perspective as I integrate traditional verbal psychotherapy & the body, which is one of our greatest resources. Holding space for BIPOC identifying clients is extremely important to me. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, low self esteem, burn out, body image or relationship issues, I will meet you where you are & provide you with a safe & nonjudgmental space for discovery & healing.

I have expertise in various conditions such as depression, grief and loss,parenting issues and concerns, anxiety disorders, family,relationships, behavioral problems in children and teens.My specialty is in the areas of relationships, trauma, behavior modification ,self perception,body image,life transitions such as marriage/divorce.I have worked with the Jewish community and with children and teens in multiple schools.I have a passion for goal oriented therapy and strive to guide my patients towards a clearer mental state and a more comfortable day to day life.I am dedicated to providing patients with a healthier and happier life.

The greatest quest in life is to reach one's potential- As your therapist, I will provide the support and guidance needed to successfully embark on an exciting journey of self-discovery, self-acceptance and self-love. You will also have a safe place where you can truly explore and discover your true self and develop the skills to evolve on your journey. I offer virtual therapy to individuals and families. I have years of experience supporting teenagers, young adults and adults who are dealing with interpersonal challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, self-esteem, work challenges, and life transitions.

Have you been stressed and/or anxious from the daily grind? Do you find yourself in arguments and confrontations that are becoming contentious and emotionally taxing? Have you noticed an increase in drinks or personal remedies used to “take off some steam”, or decisions that warrant your concern upon reflection? If any of this sounds familiar, you’ve come to the right place! As a Black man, I understand and empathize with the unique stressors POC may experience such as imposter syndrome, alienation, and feeling overwhelmed while navigating the professional, often hostile, landscape, and vicarious trauma.

For many of us unconventional types of people, the last few years have been one of the most challenging periods to be alive. The pandemic has shaken us to our very core and led us to begin the process of re-evaluating our life's path. I specialize in working with artists, creatives, college students, LBGTQ+ persons, and others who live non-traditional lives. I have a straight-forward, solution-focused, non-judgmental, and supportive approach, incorporating humor and irreverence when indicated. Therapy does not have to be a sullen place to focus on one’s negatives.

New Women's Wellness Retreat for Cancer Survivors scheduled! Please reach out for more info... Working with adults who suffer from chronic illness, in particular cancer survivors, I understand the struggles that come with a treatment that is not only physically but also mentally taxing. Brain fog, a compromised immune system, anxiety over reoccurrence, and the adjustments in your body, identity, and relationships can be an overwhelming and isolating experience. You are not alone!

We're born to be happy! If you are willing to creatively and empathically embrace your life experiences, actively re-center your physical, mental, and emotional self - we are on board together! I will collaboratively engage you in a balanced and inspiring body-mind interventions to re-install your hope and self-esteem. In the process of creating a meaningful , client-centered therapy, relationship to self and others, stress, fear, anxiety, life transitions challenges, loss/grief, academic or creative/artist's difficulties, among many others will be addressed, so you can and lead a thriving life. I invite you to make some changes!

Sometimes life's challenges, transitions, or conditions are more than we can handle. Feelings of sadness or fear overwhelm. We realize that the way we are living is not how we want to live but are unable to make changes on our own. Unhealthy relationships, dealing with disappointment or loss, feeling alone, or struggling with an inner critic, are a few examples of what leads people to reach out to me. In my practice I largely employ the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model as my framework but also draw techniques from CBT, EMDR, DBT, mindfulness, somatic experiencing, and psychodynamic psychotherapy, when needed.

Meet Nakia Perkinson, a therapist for all. Taking the Next Step is the 1st part of your journey. As a helper to all, my experience ranges from working with individuals, couples, families, youth and the LGBTQIA+ community. I am passionate in working with individuals to navigate life’s challenges and witnessing each step as they overcome hurdles; with therapeutic support. As a counselor for over 16 years, I have had success in working with individuals of all backgrounds meet their goals as set forth in the therapeutic process. Visit www.nextstepcounselingny.com to see what others are saying about the support they have received.

I have built my practice on building trust with my clients. My name is Reana Thorne, and I am an LCSW with over a decade of experience working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief/bereavement and ambiguous loss. I have experience in therapy for adults, children and adolescents, I have experience with parent-child and family therapy. I am certified in EMDR, and have experience with TF-CBT and CBT. I believe a strong sense of self can fortify and empower us through what life offers us.

Life as a Black girl is nothing short of magical. However, life transitions, societal pressures, and oftentimes, the desire to "have it all together" can throw us off our square. Giving too much of our "magic" or disbursing it in the wrong places can leave us emotionally burnt out and seeking answers externally when the key to change is within. In session, we work to uncover those belief systems and generational traumas that may keep you stuck in a loop. We address patterns of self-sabotage, setting boundaries, and overall coping to strengthen your sense of self and improve your relationships with others.