Female Therapists in Midtown, New York, NY

My clients find themselves to be successful in many areas of their life, yet are experiencing concerns that interfere with their ability to feel truly fulfilled. These concerns may include anxious thoughts, burn-out/depression, perfectionistic tendencies, familial/relationship issues & physical symptoms related to stress (including panic attacks, digestive issues & chronic pain). I work with adults of all backgrounds to cultivate self-awareness & implement practical coping strategies.

.Welcome! I am truly passionate about collaborating with you as we explore ways to find your authentic self and heal all of the old wounds and patterns that have stood or continue to stand in the way of your personal success as an individual, couple or family member. Are you and/or your current relationship challenged with issues of infidelity/"sexting"/virtual flirting via social networks or have you entered into the shame/blame game causing you and your partner to drift apart?

You are tired of feeling anxious, worrying about a variety of different things and overwhelmed by your long to-do list. Anxiety attacks are stopping you from living your best life. You are struggling to stop your anxious thoughts from flowing into everything you do. You are always helping others and sometimes not making time for yourself. You are a smart and ambitious woman who sometimes doubts her accomplishments. Your insecurities sometimes rob you of your peace and prevent you from being able to engage in life in a relaxed way. It doesn’t have to be this way.

I work well with individuals,groups,and couples who are interested in better understanding their struggles, developing effective coping mechanisms, and feeling happier.

My ideal client is a woman , 18-55, dealing with a life transition (e.g., college, marriage, motherhood, new career, returning to work, widowhood, etc.) or relationship issue (e.g., constant arguing, separation, divorce/break-up, etc.). She is experiencing distressing symptoms of anxiety, loneliness or sadness - she wants to feel more like herself and return to her normal functioning. Sometimes her emotional struggles make sense and are tied to a life event, but sometimes she has no idea why she feels this way, like it just came on out of the blue.

In a career that first began twenty years ago in the Middle East and journeyed to NYC, I have seen clients from every conceivable background who have sought nurturing guidance to face trauma, anxiety, grief and sadness. Often, whether working with men and women suffering from loss or separation, abuse victims, veterans, refugees, or families of substance abusers, I have witnessed that moment of clarity in a client when they realize there is actually hope for a better, more satisfying life. This, I believe, is the essence of therapy and I strive to smooth the path towards and beyond it.

You often wonder what tomorrow will bring but instead of excitement and hopefulness, you feel nervous or a sense of dread. You imagine all the things that could go wrong which then makes you feel sad and scared. It’s been hard for you to enjoy your life. You’re not sure why you always think of the negatives. Perhaps it's because of your past pain. You’ve learned that anticipating the worst would protect you from getting hurt, taken advantage of or disappointed. And this thought process has kept you safe, but now is ruining your mood and your ability to be happy.

Throughout life, we all face many challenges...Maybe it's a painful break-up, being passed over for a promotion, a recent health event, or a traumatic experience from the past that you can't let go. As a clinical psychologist for over 30 years, I have successfully helped my clients gain insight into themselves so that they can change behavior, reconnect to their resilience and make significant improvements in their lives and relationships.I work with individuals, couples and families. I tailor treatment to the client because everyone has their own life circumstances, set of strengths and weakness, and agenda for therapy.

Over the past 30 years, a combination of diverse experiences and extensive training have made me the therapist I am today. I have always been interested in what makes us who we are. How much is nature or nurture, what are we born with and does the environment shape us. Psychotherapy provides a safe space for people to make meaning about their lives, the choices they make in school, work and love. Therapy is a process. Though there is often no simple, quick solution, it provides a safe space to explore in-depth, emotions, thoughts and actions to bring about change.

I am easy to talk to, caring, and non-judgmental. I am an experienced therapist, former Clinical Supervisor at Columbia University, and adjunct faculty at the City University of New York. I work with most issues, but specialize in relationships, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and adult female survivors of childhood sexual abuse.

As a bilingual/bicultural therapist (Spanish) I have been committed to providing therapeutic services to the Latino community and to New Yorkers of varying diversity. Whether you are an immigrant or a first generation American it is often difficult to find professionals with whom you can feel safe. Trauma comes in many different forms and I specialize in helping people develop assertiveness skills and improve their personal relationships. I also specialize in sex therapy, experiences specific to women , LGBTQIA+, harm reduction, HIV+ individuals, family dysfunction, and identity issues including otherkin.

I'm passionate about helping men, women , and young people escape anguish and giving them the skills they need to lead fulfilling lives. My approach to therapy is based on two principles. The first is to begin with a thorough clinical evaluation in order to proceed with the most effective evidence-based form of treatment. The second is to create a supportive and safe environment in which each client feels comfortable enough to do the difficult work of confronting and overcoming their issues. No matter how deep your pain, I believe you have the ability to lead a better life.

Dr. Amanda Itzkoff is a Board Certified Psychiatrist and a member of the American Society or Reproductive Medicine. She has been working with women and couples as a Reproductive Psychiatrist successfully for 8+ years. Services range from helping women to determine if they should stay on psychiatric medicine when they are planning to conceive, up to and including assisting women and couples in navigating advanced ART including IVF, 3rd person reproduction, surrogacy and gestation carriers.

Your decision to dedicate time to focus on yourself is the beginning of growth and change. An important question is why now? I offer a space where you will feel a sense of safety, trust, and warmth that enables you to open up, share your story, and feel heard and supported, without fear of judgement. I will challenge you to explore outside your comfort zone and discover your potential to do new things, make different choices and respond in new ways. I hope to foster a curiosity about your inner emotional life, a connection to yourself, an exploration of your thoughts, and an openness to new possibilities.

You're entering a space where you can be unapologetically you! That means you're free to laugh, cry, scream, and vent. I will be with you through each stage of emotion and I am going to challenge you to be in that moment, to feel, and to understand your emotions. I believe that healing begins when a client shows their authentic sense without worrying about being judged for what they are thinking or feeling. I create an atmosphere where the client understands that it is ok to not be ok but I also push the client to independently develop their own mental resilience and identify what they need to push forward through their struggles.

Whether this is your first time, or you are revisiting the idea of therapy, be proud of yourself for taking this positive step towards self-improvement. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients. I approach all my clients with empathy, understanding, and encouragement. I view therapy as a collaborative effort, our relationship and trust will help facilitate the change you envision within your life. We will work together on exploring behavioral patterns, emotions, and thoughts. Although I will be guiding our sessions, it is ultimately you that decides the pace.

I am passionate about guiding clients on their journey to be their better self. I utilize a person-centered, trauma informed, and empowerment approach when working with clients. It is important for clients to have access to a therapist who looks like them and/or is understanding of their cultural experiences. As a Black clinician that identifies as a cisgender woman , I prioritize working with Black clients in general and Black women and LGBTQI+ persons in particular. I strive to help clients re-reparent their inner child to heal childhood wounds, create boundaries to reduce anxiety, and explore emotions to better understand self.

I help women , men and teens who are suffering from chronic disease, depression and PTSD restore health and break unhealthy habits so they can feel empowered and healthy again. Emotions are meant to be felt, but we often depress them, into the body that is constantly asking for a release. Sometimes the release comes in a form of a disease, insomnia, infertility, pain or an unhealthy behavior like smoking, over eating and being in a constant state of worry and fear. By harmonizing the body-brain relationship, we can all experience states of flow, bliss and inner healing.