Family Therapy in Midtown, New York, NY

You may have wondered whether therapy could be helpful to you. I understand the impact of your psychological health and am committed to helping during this time. I provide individual and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults with a broad range of disorders using evidence-based approaches and a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems. I work with children with diagnoses of Anxiety, Depression, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Attachment disorders , Social anxiety, and many others

Making the decision to embark in the journey of beginning therapy can be nerve racking, therefore finding the therapist that fits your needs is essential. I have experience with child, adolescents, and adult using individual, couples, family therapy from various socio-cultural-economic backgrounds. I believe, providing individuals with the access to appropriate, effective, and accessible Mental Health care can help individuals begin to accomplish their goals and thrive in their lives. I specializes in treating anxiety, depression, adjustment to life transitions, trauma using a holistic and strength-based approach to help clients.

I have learned the "connection" we make in therapy will lead to fruitful change. We begin by working on very specific concerns, to the more elusive, abstract conflicts of a more esoteric life that aren't so simple to characterize. Everyone comes to therapy with different hopes, unique needs, and a desire to seek what is transformational. I work to create a trusting relationship with all of my patients. In the initial sessions, I focus on what brings you to therapy at this moment in time and to establish a working rapport where you feel safe and listened to, without judgement. Therapy is a unique opportunity to find your voice,

Do you find yourself feeling anxious in relationships? Have you ever wondered why you keep repeating old behaviors? Are you battling internal voices that say you aren’t good enough? My practice focuses on adults dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, childhood trauma, and relationship issues - including dating and negotiating forms of consensual non-monogamy.

Are you newly in recovery, or watching a family member seek sobriety and feeling scared or uncertain? Are you a college student, feeling overwhelmed by your emotions or circumstances? Are you facing a challenge that you have never faced before? Navigating anxiety, depression, sobriety, or major life transitions alone can be intimidating and frustrating, but I am here to help. I take a direct but warm and understanding approach to help my clients build both short- and long-term goals for themselves in order to start building confidence and imagining the life that they would like to live.

Creating a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship is the first step toward understanding what's standing in the way of greater life satisfaction and emotional well-being. I am interactive and direct in challenging old patterns of viewing oneself, others, and the world so as to make room for more hopeful possibilities. I believe in exploring the impact of the past on the present, yet because insight alone is often not sufficient for bringing about change, I help clients develop the concrete tools necessary to play more productive roles in their own lives.

I understand life can be challenging and sometimes we may have to take a different path in order to achieve the goals that we want to achieve. My goal is to create a warm safe space, accompany you on your journey and be able to walk the path with you. I believe everyone's circumstance is unique and challenging but with a supportive environment together we can challenge your negative beliefs, develop new ways of thinking and build different perspectives and concrete solutions.

I work well with couples who are experiencing difficulties with communication, trust, violence, infidelity, divorce, and trauma. I am trained in EMDR and Focusing-Oriented therapy. In my work with individual clients, often the focus of therapy is helping with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and sexual orientation and identity. I also have experience working with individuals and couples dealing with infertility and fertility treatments.

I am a very warm and open therapist who believes the most important aspect of therapy is forming a trusting, personal connection. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic environment and encourage patient collaboration as we identify treatment goals and evaluate our progress. I provide individual, couple's and family therapy in my practice and work with teens, adults and seniors. My specialties include the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, relationship and parenting stressors, and bereavement. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

29 years experience helping adults, couples and families understand and address the sources of conflict in their interpersonal relationships and daily professional lives. The primary therapeutic goal is to effectively manage the negative emotions (such as low self-esteem, anger, anxiety and depression) which interfere with quality of life and achievement of personal and professional goals, inclusive of LBGQT life challenges. Pets are family too and an integral part of one's life and routine. The loss of a pet can be devastating. Hence, I also offer pet bereavement counseling.

You yearn to release the strongholds of the emotional turmoils and frustrating patterns that have taken over your life. You long to break free from being a victim of your past and being haunted by unresolved pain and conflicts. You seek guidance, support, healing, self-discovery, and self-mastery. I am here to help you reconnect with hope and inspiration, and make therapy an enriching and empowering experience. Our work together can help transform the pain and wounding of your challenges and past experiences into your truth and potential for connection, ease, joy, and fulfillment.

I have extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, anger, relationships and family issues, and substance issues. I blend techniques from the Top in our field from the Cognitive Behavioral model, Dialectical behavioral model, motivational interviewing, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Put in simpler terms, whatever you’re going through. I will find ways to bring you closer to your goals and live your best life. I have compassion for what it feels like to be vulnerable.

I’m a licensed psychotherapist currently working with adults and teens who are experiencing anxiety, disconnection, and depression as a result of trauma, family of origin wounds, or other life stressors. As a creative arts therapist with a background in theatre and the arts; I offer creative solutions to each individual’s specific needs. I meet each client where they are and will utilize as much or as little expressive arts based work as each client wants or needs. The tools and techniques chosen for each client will be different and unique, as each individual is unique. I’m also known to use humor and playfulness when appropriate.

Each family has a different story and unique voice which may have drawn you to music therapy for many reasons. I have expanded my passion to help children and families communicate and grow together as they navigate through life. During each session, I will listen and observe your story, build off of your strengths, and assist in growing life skills and personal relationships. I can utilize musical interventions such as singing, instrumental improvisation, and songwriting while also using verbal processing where necessary, in order to reach personalized goals.

I am committed to helping my clients understand who they are and how they fit into the world around them. I place great emphasis on creating a supportive and inviting therapeutic environment for clients to explore and process issues in a way they feel seen, heard, and valued. I provide individual, group, marital/couples and family therapy for client’s struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, relationship issues, marital conflict, parenting skills and life transitions. I am ready to help you alleviate distress, gain insight and feel empowered to cultivate a life you find meaningful and fulfilling.

LIMITED, IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY AS OF 4/1/22. Through psychodynamic work, I am deeply committed to helping my patients find ways of understanding themselves, and the worlds they live in, with ever greater clarity and insight. I have extensive experience working with people who are struggling with symptoms of depression and/or anxiety, as well as mood disorders, insomnia, and interpersonal struggles. I have a particular interest in working with couples, people facing the struggles surrounding starting a family (including infertility, loss, perinatal and postpartum depression and anxiety).

I work with anyone dealing with any kind of problem or conflict within themselves, interpersonal, romantic, work, family , etc. The goal is to help people gain insight into the nature of their situation, as well as help them develop the skills for taking action and making changes that help them feel in control and happier. I also work with couples to help them deal with anger management, resolving betrayal and infidelity issues, and developing better communication skills (including listening skills and empathy for understanding and relating). I'm the author of five books about navigating relationships.

Deciding to start therapy is a courageous act. I understand how difficult it is to acknowledge that change cannot wait. The idea of letting someone you have never met into such vulnerability—and entrusting that person to embrace it and nurture it—feels daunting. I honor the opportunity to accept your weaknesses while working with you to uncover and fortify your unique strengths. By exploring the roots of an issue—whether it is family conflict or an eating disorder—I will guide you towards a shift in perspective and behavior that will result in a happier, more easeful existence

My focus is to compassionately support you through your unique journey, helping you build the necessary skills to assist with everyday functioning and to achieve life-long change. I am relatable and caring, always remaining open and respectful. Trust is at the foundation of my therapeutic relationship with clients. I create a safe space for clients to explore and express their emotions, share their experiences, and develop skills to better handle life's stressors and obstacles. I provide therapy to adults and adolescents who struggle with family issues, suicidal ideation, trauma, depression, anxiety, and sexual & identity issues.