Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Midtown, New York, NY

Have you lost someone to suicide? Are you trying to make sense out of it all? Do you keep replaying those last hours or days over and over, searching for clues you're certain you missed? I can help. For over 20 years I've been doing deep, transformative, life-changing work with individuals and families all over the country who've lost someone they love to suicide. And I'm not just a suicide bereavement specialist - I lost my own brother to suicide, so I have a deep personal as well as professional understanding of how painful and complicated this experience can be. I've been there. And I'm here.

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

As a member of the LGBTQ+ community and a queer therapist, I believe that therapy is different for every individual. My passion for understanding people and relationships has always been driven by curiosity. I primarily work with LGBTQ+ individuals and couples and have experience working with survivors of childhood sexual abuse. As a career changer, my previous career in advertising and fashion informs my extensive experience working with clients in the performing arts and other creative fields.

I work hard to be a strong ally and advocate who believes transformation comes through a collaborative process. My goal is to teach clients to learn to recognize their strengths — to be their own best friends, champions, defenders, and cheerleaders. I like to help my clients to think of how internalized pressures of societal and cultural norms and expectations create added stress in their lives. of course, challenging norms and expectations are hard. But first-hand experience doing just that gives me a unique perspective and the opportunity to help others do the same so they can embrace what truly makes them happy.

Trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, depression, and/or confusing emotional reactions may be some of the factors that contribute to your decision to start or return to therapy. While therapy can be a resource for improving well-being and supporting growth, I understand that it can also feel daunting getting started. I prioritize creating a safe and warm therapeutic environment that fosters self-awareness, self-compassion, and connection to your internal wisdom. By working collaboratively together, we can create a tailored approach to address the specific issues that you are currently struggling with.

Beginning therapy is a brave and beautiful step. My goal as a therapist is to help my patients utilize their existing internal strengths to navigate difficulties in their lives in ways that promote self-compassion, acceptance, and positive change. My clients have diverse lived experiences and backgrounds. As such, I approach my practice with an intersectional perspective, understanding there is no “one size fits all” approach for successful therapy. I enjoy working with a diverse group of patients and have particular interests in depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, relationship issues, and low self-esteem.

The Inner Stage is an innovative group practice that incorporates cutting-edge creative therapies such as psychodrama and Internal Family Systems , along with psychodynamic psychotherapy, customized for the diverse needs of clients of all backgrounds and identities. Creator Valerie Simon, LCSW, TEP, CET III, has been in private practice for 20+ years and specializes in the relationship between trauma and addiction/co-dependency. Jessica Welker, MHC specializes in working with trauma and LGBTQIA+ people. She utilizes IFS , DBT, mindfulness, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.

I like to think of therapy from a Body-Mind-Spirit perspective, a holistic approach that invites all our parts into the healing process, creating opportunities for change and growth. I believe therapy is a way for individuals to connect and access their own wisdom to make the changes for a life that is most inspiring and fulfilling. I combine elements of Western psychotherapy, Neuroscience and Eastern traditions. I draw from 20+ years of meditation, yoga, spirituality, and coaching background as well as extensive training in traditional and psychosensory psychotherapy: IFS , EMDR, Brainspotting, Mindfulness, Havening Technique, CBT

Whether you’re struggling every day, finding yourself in a period of transition needing support, or wanting to learn more and deepen insight, I offer a warm, nonjudgemental space to work toward your goals. Working collaboratively to clarify your needs and values, to identify roots of suffering, and release pain, we will strengthen your functional tools to cultivate peace & ease, moving out of survival mode and into a thriving, joyful life. I believe honesty, humility, and compassion are transformative in therapy, and provide these pillars of support while we work to illuminate goals and move through the healing process.

Life can be challenging and sometimes those challenges can interfere with your relationships, work, goals and your overall wellbeing. You have taken the first step by seeking therapy and I am here to help. I am a Licensed Psychotherapist in several States, offering tele-therapy and I am here to help you address your concerns including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, maternal mental health, addiction, relationship issues and parenting. I am licensed in NY, TX, NJ, PA, NC, AL and IN. I offer a collaborative and supportive setting to promote your emotional wellness and help you achieve transformative change.

I work with individuals of all gender, race, ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, gender, sexuality, and relationships. I am a life-long learner in the field of psychology and have learned, and continue to learn many different therapeutic modalities, so my approach is eclectic and tailored to the unique needs and wants of each individual. I have also been in my own therapy for each of the modalities I practice.

I am a trauma-informed licensed mental health counselor working primarily with millennials and college students. I specialize in those struggling with life transitions such as starting a new job, beginning/ending relationships, or moving to a new city. I also support survivors of intimate partner violence. Our work won’t just be about coping with your symptoms, stressors, problems, or traumas—it will be about learning how to thrive in spite of it all! Life transitions, even positive ones, can leave us feeling stuck, anxious, confused, lost, and even dispairing.

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.

I am a collaborative, direct, and affirming therapist. In my work with clients, I utilize an integrated approach that is tailored to meet the individual needs of clients. My approach to therapy includes but is not limited to, exploring different parts of oneself with IFS therapy, modifying maladaptive thoughts and beliefs using CBT, Emotion regulation and behavioral change using DBT, mindfulness/relaxation and Trauma work using CPT and IFS .

I maintain a small trauma-focused practice. I value kindness, directness, and work in an interactive manner, incorporating not only "talk therapy," but finding entry to right brain "non verbal" centers that can quickly trigger emotions. These patterns often interrupt your desired functioning. My experience includes private practice, 4+ yrs in a psychiatric hospital, NIP's NYC trauma clinic, the VA's PTSD unit, and working in the business arena. I am certified in EMDR, CPT for trauma/anxiety, have training in the fields of ACT Therapy (CBT/mindfulness), IFS , DBT and CE body therapies as well as training in psychoanalysis.

Whether you are expecting a child, a new parent, or a parent seeking guidance in understanding and supporting the development of your child or yourself, I work to address the needs of both parents and children to most effectively support the family as a whole. My approach is integrative and treatment is tailored to the individual needs of each person.

I strive to create a space for my clients to be their complete authentic self, and display any and every emotion in a compassionate and validating environment. I have experience with a diverse clientele using a variety of modalities. I specialize in the treatment of individuals, couples and families presenting issues relating to/stemming from: interpersonal relationships, trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression and addiction. I believe that therapy is an opportunity to actively engage and work collaboratively with my clients on overcoming personal challenges and achieving their identified goals.