Therapists in Tribeca, New York, NY

Are you going through a change in your life and finding old feelings are coming up? Have you been withdrawing from others, or feeling out of control from worried thoughts? As a licensed clinical social worker, I will work alongside you to support you in working towards addressing areas in your life that have been causing distress. I am a warm, compassionate individual and I know how hard it can be to take the first steps to ask for support. My goal with each individual I work with is to create a trusting environment where you can feel safe to be vulnerable at your own pace, and celebrate alongside you in your successes.

We have immediate openings for in-person and telehealth sessions. You will find the help and support you need to move forward. People come to us confused and distressed by work, relationships, anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, needing help to become un-stuck. Sometimes we are not quite sure what is distressing, we only know we don’t feel right. Talking to the right therapist helps us figure out what we want and how to get it. We tailor our approach to your needs and guide you towards your goals. You can work towards your own fulfillment with guidance and support through growth and change.

I support clients going through a wide range of presenting issues and problems including major life transitions, relationship problems, depression, anxiety, and daily stress. I invite clients to approach therapy with an open mind and a willingness for self-exploration. I am a BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ allied professional who offers support, compassion, and validation to your lived experience. I work with individuals, couples and families.

Therapy is a privileged partnership that is built upon the primary human developmental milestone of trust. This relationship between therapist and patient is crucial to the success of treatment. Therapy is a vehicle to uncover and explore the aspects of life that impede or interfere with one's growth. I believe it is a crucial vehicle in promoting one's sound emotional and psychological health. Whether you are in pain or simply want to learn more about yourself, I am fully committed to my role in this relationship.

Everyone has moments in their lives where they feel overwhelmed or dissatisfied and unsure of how to move forward. Having a trusted person by your side who has an unwavering commitment to help you heal and grow can make all the difference. I have been described as a “fierce advocate” for my patients, and I have a strong belief in people’s ability to change. Within a safe space, where you feel accepted, valued, and appreciated, where you feel supported yet challenged, and where each challenge is met with compassionate curiosity rather than judgment, healing and growth can begin to occur for everyone.

I’m a clinical psychologist with a B.A. from Dartmouth College and M.A. and Ph.D. from the City College of New York. Currently, I work as a post-doctoral therapist through Dwellness, a private practice based in New York City. Prior to completing my doctorate, I worked at Columbia University’s Barnard Toddler Center, conducted research at Columbia Medical Center’s Perinatal Pathways Lab, and taught undergraduate courses in child psychology at the City University of New York. I completed my pre-doctoral internship at the Brooklyn VA Medical Center, with rotations in the PTSD Clinic, Primary Care Clinic and Women's Clinic.

Psychotherapy is about freedom: freedom from suffering, freedom to change what is working poorly in one's life, and freedom to develop as an authentic human being. I address patient's difficulties from a number of perspectives: psychodynamic, which provides a way of understanding how people limit their lives in ways they're not aware of, as well as Somatic, which addresses the roots of trauma and emotional conflict as they manifest in bodily experience and symptoms (headache, pain, digestive problems). I also employ more directive coaching methods that are appropriate for workplace issues and conflicts.

Experience has taught me that there is no single script for a successful therapeutic endeavor. You bring to each encounter exactly what you are experiencing in the moment. You may arrive looking for clarity, healing, or hope. Our task is to clear some space to enable new thoughts and perspectives to emerge. Insight can lead to change, but not always in a straight line. Our ongoing conversation is the place of discovery, dynamic struggle, and meaning making, all of which contribute to new ways of relating and perceiving.

My approach to treatment begins with learning about you as an individual and gaining an understanding of your objectives and timeline for achieving these goals. My approach is individualized, pulling from your strengths to develop a strategy which empowers you to reach these goals. Not only do I work with those who may abuse substances or alcohol and who often struggle with mental health issues, but I work with close family members and significant others who have been impacted by this use, helping them better understand what they can and cannot do to help their loved ones and themselves.

Taking the first step to reach out for professional help may feel difficult. Making the significant decision to address your concerns takes courage and openness, and I am here to fully support you as you begin your healing journey. Our therapeutic relationship can enable you to feel heard, understood, seen, accepted, and empowered. I cultivate a non-judgmental environment of safety, warmth, authenticity and trust in which honest self-exploration can occur. Utilizing a collaborative, multicultural, and trauma-informed lens, I employ an integrative approach with cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic methods.

I draw upon my experiences as a public school teacher, a school based counselor, and a clinical social worker to collaborate with each client in creating a plan for therapy that is specific to their individual needs and goals. My areas of focus are in anxiety, adolescence and early adulthood, life transitions, gender identity, sexuality, parenting, children and teens with special needs. I specialize in building relationships with my clients so that together we can develop a deep understanding about the unique circumstances and challenges that they face and use that knowledge to help them experience greater wellbeing and thriving.

Are you looking for a highly trained, social justice minded, gender affirming, and LGBTQ+ allied psychologist for therapy? Are you are in a period of transition (e.g. with your gender identity, your relationship status, your career prospects) and despite being insightful and intelligent; you can't seem to "figure it out" on your own? If you are ready to stop the self-defeating cycle of negative thoughts, anxious and sad feelings, and poor coping behaviors; please reach out to me. It would be an honor to accompany you and your family on this journey of self-discovery and acceptance.

You’re a strong, successful individual who puts in hard work to maintain your endeavors! Everyone looks up to you- you are resilient, go getter & just bad ass at everything you do, it makes you feel amazing! However, at times you feel overwhelmed with pressured expectations of society or your immediate circle- you feel deeply saddened behind closed doors-sometimes anxious & just need someone outside of your circle to share these hindering feelings. These challenges don’t have to define you, we can help you define them & heal through it… We look forward to meeting you & joining you on this journey of wellness towards happiness!

Starting psychotherapy can be an exciting and anxiety-provoking process as you take active steps to make changes in your life and relationships. I approach psychotherapy as a collaboration and work in an integrative way, tailoring interventions to individual needs. I believe that therapy's aim is not only to make improvements but also to manage disappointments. To this end, we can simultaneously engage in meaningful explorations while developing important coping skills, including mindfulness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. I offer individual, couples, and family psychotherapy to adults, children, and adolescents, and work with different family and relationship configurations.

I help those who are dealing with anxiety, self-doubt, relationship problems, life transitions, or difficulties with closeness and connection. I also work with individuals suffering from the pain of past emotional wounds and traumas. I believe that many of the patterns, beliefs, and behaviors that cause us to feel stuck in the present were once necessary tools for survival. With warmth, empathy, and curiosity, I will work with you to build awareness, cultivate self-compassion, and explore new ways of being so that you can feel more grounded, connected, and a greater sense of ease.

With a caring and non judgmental approach, I work with clients to help them achieve the deep satisfaction and joy missing from their lives. Many circumstances have brought you to the point where anxiety, depression, low self esteem or frustration have made it difficult for you to live your best life. Together we embark on a journey which helps you to better understand yourself and then implement changes so that you are in charge again

I am a licensed Social Worker and Certified Life Coach committed to working with adults to break through limiting barriers and help achieve their optimum potential in their personal and professional lives. My clinical approach addresses issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, and career transitions. Patient and compassionate I encourage and motivate my clients through challenging and upfront conversation. Life and work balance can be difficult to manage. Proper tools and the ability to use effective coping strategies can support you to interact with these situations in a much healthier manner.

Therapy that doesn't suck? You're not broken and you don't need to be fixed. Sure, finding a therapist is hard, but someone who appreciates that is just the beginning. I'm a Columbia-trained, holistic and non-diagnostic therapist and I work well with those who are suspicious of therapist, prefer to avoid medication, or want to avoid a cookie-cutter approach. I don't start with labeling or plugging you into a preexisting program. I won't put you in a diagnostic box or sit passively while you do all the work.

NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. During this challenging time, many people are experiencing difficulty with life transitions, emotional turmoil, relational conflict, trauma, or issues pertaining to gender/sexuality. Many of us need to better understand and process our feelings, thoughts and circumstances in a collaborative, non-judgmental space. Together we can build perspective, strength and wisdom to address challenges in your life and find a healthy path forward.