Anxiety Therapists in Lower Manhattan, New York, NY

Clients come to me struggling with anxiety , a depressed mood or relationships issues that they cannot solve on their own. These types of issues can be addressed through understanding the root cause and processing any blocks in the way of a happy and healthy mind. I help my clients zero in on the causes of their distress and find relief from symptoms quickly. My expertise in the treatment of anxiety and depression will provide clients with the tools they need to live a more balanced life.

In my practice, I work with people who want to understand the connections between past experiences and patterns in their current lives, to have more satisfying relationships, and to just feel better. The people I work with want to feel connected to others and at peace with themselves. Many suffer from depression or anxiety , have experienced trauma, struggle with body image or eating, feel creatively blocked, or find themselves in the midst of a challenging period of transition.

I work with my clients to both heal and unlock their potential, with a firm belief that insight into one’s state leads to affective and behavioral change. I am training to work with adolescents and adults who present with anxiety , depression, complex trauma, career transitions, grief, relationship difficulties, and family conflict. I help individuals across all cultural and racial backgrounds and am LBGTQ affirming.

Do you often have the sense you're not in charge of your own life? In overwhelm? I believe difficulties in living are a sign we've outgrown certain habits, behaviors or views. What may have helped us survive in the past doesn't help us flourish in the here and now. So, we find ourselves stuck - in a painful relationship, an unsatisfying job situation, or with unpleasant physical symptoms of anxiety or depression. Our suffering may be a great awakener, calling us out of the sleep of unconsciousness, asking us what it is we really want. I provide a sensitive, warm spaciousness that invites your whole self to address that question.

As a therapist and coach I have helped competent, educated adults whose lives, while "good on paper," are unsatisfying. They feel empty despite successes and may have difficulties maintaining healthy relationships . Often, they feel stuck in their lives but do not know why or how to make productive changes. Psychotherapy examines the ways we repeat disappointing and frustrating patterns I help identify roadblocks to personal fulfillment and together, we create strategies to inspire,motivate you to make behavioral change which transforms you and impacts the people around you. The results are increased personal and professional satisfaction in work and life

Is something getting in the way of your feeling free, feeling joyful, feeling well? Are you suffering from a recent loss? Let's explore what might be inhibiting your sense of well-being and help you grow. It would be a privilege to embark on this journey with you; the opportunity to share in this meaningful and creative work of growth and transformation is not a commitment I take lightly.

I am an individual psychotherapist who has been practicing for 30 years. Because of my extensive training and importantly many years of experience, I am equipped to treat numerous conditions. My areas of specialization focus on depression, BiPolar, anxiety , self-esteem, and problems originating in childhood. If you are facing any of these challenges then you have found the right therapist. Highly intuitive, gentle, curious and a good listener, I value a stance which is open-minded and non-judgmental. I provide a calming and affirming environment in which you are free to share your issues and problems.

The journey towards healing and self-exploration is a sacred and deep encounter. Finding the right person who is attuned and able to respond to your needs is an essential part of this journey. I am an experienced psychoanalyst and a graduate of the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis. I bring a gentle and balanced approach to treatment to restore vitality to your life and to feel understood. Our sense of being is naturally capable of nourishing healthy aspects of the self and transforming wounded or stuck parts. These fragmentations often result in depression, anxiety , relationship issues, and creative blocks.

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.

The decision to begin therapy takes a great deal of personal integrity and courage. These qualities, which have led you here, will enable you to make positive changes in your life and relationships. As your psychotherapist, I will work with you to create lasting change through insight, support, and the opportunity to deepen your understanding of yourself. My approach is relational and person-centered, and I emphasize each individual's potential for empowered change and growth. After clarifying your objectives, we will work in collaboration to achieve your goals by addressing and transforming the painful emotions and obstacles in your life.

I am a Cornell trained clinical psychologist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for adults and adolescents coping with a variety of symptoms and life stressors. I offer a warm, empathic, and collaborative approach to help individuals achieve their goals within a reasonable time frame. I often draw from ACT, psychodynamic, meaning-based and mindfulness-based therapies to create a personalized program of treatment to best meet the needs of each individual. My goal is to help people live their most fulfilling and meaningful lives while developing a better understanding and awareness of themselves.

I have experience working with a diverse population of individuals within an outpatient setting who have experienced a wide range of issues, such as, relationship difficulties, anxiety , depression, and self-esteem. Notably, I have worked with the Bridges program at Adelphi providing support to young adults on the Autism Spectrum. In addition, I have also worked as a Brief Strategic Family Therapist (BSFT). In this role, I used the BSFT model in order to help families better their communication by using a client –focused and strength-based approach.

Inevitably, we all encounter periods in our lives in which what we've learned to that point isn't sufficient for the challenges we now face. I believe therapy can be a rich environment in which to better understand ourselves and the world and to revisit what we want in life and how to get there. Whether you are dealing with significant anxiety or depression, or simply need a new environment to learn your way through new challenges with a helping eye and ear, I bring a creative, curious and open-minded approach to helping you progress through life's challenges.

Do you feel as though your life is out of control? Are you drowning in your own sadness, anxiety , trauma, etc, feeling like no one can help you? Experiencing mental and emotional distress may feel similar to walking down a dark, lonely pathway. A lack of support, direction, etc may result in feeling absolutely helpless and stuck.

I view therapy as a collaborative effort to understand problems and conflicts, identify realistic goals and take advantage of strengths and strategies that promote change. While the focus is often on current issues, understanding the influence of past experiences and relationships is an important part of the process. I have many years of experience working with individuals and couples of all ages and genders, including college students, recent graduates, faculty members and people involved in business and the arts. I often work with people in transition on issues related to work, relationships and the impact of change or loss.

Alexandra is a licensed psychotherapist, practicing in New York. She has extensive experience working with adolescents and adults, who seek support for their mental health. Within her practice, she has helped clients who have experienced anxiety , depression, grief/bereavement, work-related stress, relationship and family issues. In addition, she specializes in working with intended parent/parents who are experiencing infertility, postpartum difficulties and exploring various family-building options.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York State. I received my undergraduate degree in psychology from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. in 2002 and my Masters in Social Work from Adelphi University in Long Island, New York in 2007. In addition to working as a therapist in private practice and clinics, I also have other diverse experiences, including working at Rikers Island, and running foster care group homes for at-risk teenagers. I have also spent the past six years working at Kingsboro Psychiatric Center, a large state psychiatric center located in Brooklyn, New York.

Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears . While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.