Therapists in Upper West Side, New York, NY

Hello. Thanks for reading about me. I’m a warm, down to earth psychologist with a passion for helping people. Staying present focused, we will center on keeping your hopes and dreams up front, while reducing distress in the context of a solid and genuine therapeutic relationship. We will work to enhance your understanding of the barriers that are keeping you from achieving your goals and learn skills to turn that understanding into strategies to better overcome them. While there is no quick fix to most problems, I use proven strategies (such as CBT and DBT) that will help you experience relief and progress relatively soon.

Congratulations on taking the first steps towards changing your life! I care deeply about my clients and prioritize listening, understanding, empathy, and solutions. Everyone wants to feel better - but how do you get there? Whether you are managing a transitional crisis, a long-term series of ups and downs, or are not even sure what you are dealing with but just don't feel your best, I am here to support, encourage, and help you pinpoint what is feeling off and how to go about fixing it.

"There is a crack in everything, that's how the light gets in" (Leonard Cohen). It's not your imagination. Life has gotten harder over the past couple of years. And when life gets harder, our "issues" and problems tend to get larger. Relationships may be strained. You may feel anxious and overwhelmed. Yet you know in your core that life can be better. I'm glad you've reached out to me! Let me help you navigate through the rough spots by accessing the strengths that lie within you. Together we will locate, nurture and expand the light in your life so you can feel better, function more effectively, and get the tools you need to cope.

ADHD has become a widely recognized challenge that can be treated medically as well as non-medically. Depending on the child or adult and their specific circumstances and needs, we can help. To assess and diagnose, we have experienced psychiatrists and psychologists on staff. Once diagnosed, if medication is warranted as a part of the treatment plan, the psychiatrist would continue in his/her role as the prescribing physician. He/she would communicate with the other clinicians in the center who, as part of the treatment team, would have non-medical roles in the effective treatment of ADHD and its associated conditions.

Is this one of those times you might need some extra help to manage what life has thrown at you? If so, you'll find me to be warm, empathic, and down-to-earth, with extensive training, skill, and experience. We'll be collaborative and flexible as we work to identify and shift those habits that have outlived their usefulness and now create obstacles to you living a fuller and more satisfying life. I work well with those seeking either or both problem-solving and insight-oriented approaches.

I work collaboratively with my clients to create a safe and supportive environment where they are able to explore their most immediate concerns. I specialize in helping people who are experiencing depression, anxiety, self-esteem, stress management, relationship and interpersonal issues at home and work, parenting, separation, and divorce. I work with those dealing with career changes and entrepreneurial challenges. My goal is to help people feel less alone and overwhelmed with life, to find their inner resources and strengths so they can heal, grow and thrive.

In my current virtual practice I am working with many age groups dealing with the anxiety of trying to cope: with getting ready for college; with city life and roommates; with relationship partners; with making decisions to move ahead with relationship commitment, or not and if so, how; all ages attempting to cope with remote work and cramped living arrangements; and the pain and changed nature of our current city life. I help patients seeking relationships, fixing them and leaving them.

I am a clinical social worker with experience and interest in caring for children and adolescents, and working with parents and schools as partners. My style is practical and solution-focused, with emphasis on the relationship between the child and parents in an attempt to decrease conflict and hostility. With a background in a psychiatric setting, I also bring to my work experience with behavioral techniques, and a respect for parental decisions regarding medication use.

I believe that people seek therapy because they want to feel better and are having difficulty navigating obstacles which stand in their way. Do you feel unsatisfied with your interpersonal relationships? Work? Do you often feel anxious or sad? Do you ever find yourself engaged in destructive patterns and unable to change them? Have you experienced any trauma(s) during your lifetime, which may be contributing to your current mood, behavior and functioning? If you can answer "yes" to some or all of these questions, I can help. I have over 25 years of experience as a practicing therapist in NYC.

If being melancholic, neurotic, unmotivated; having anxiety, depressive moods, obsessive thinking, nightmares; feeling displaced, feeling shame, unbearable emotional hurt, loss, feeling driven by fear are your obstacles to reach optimal way of being in this complex world, therapy is the best journey to take to get help. Benefits of taking that journey with me are that I know how to wellcome, nurture and bring to awareness human potentials to help ourselves through unleashing our own unique creative powers to resolve problems even when they are hidden in our subconscious mind.

I have been a therapist in private practice for 20+ years. As a therapist I utilize a range of modalities and fit the modality to the needs of the individual rather than the individual to the modality. I have worked as a consultant to a special program for individuals who have a history of sexual assault and violence as well as family violence and, in addition, have taught for 15 + years at Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service. I have worked successfully with relationship difficulties, employment difficulties as well as with those with a history of PTSD, mood disorders and marital conflict.

Some people believe seeking the support of a therapist means they are weak. But it actually takes tremendous strength to ask for help, especially when you are used to handling your challenges on your own. My style is warm, interactive (I don't just listen and nod and ask how something makes you feel!), and I do enjoy a good laugh. I am passionate about mind/body health and wellness. I'm also driven by creativity...not just making art, but creating your life. Whether you are stuck in one particular area of your life, or you have been feeling not quite yourself, let's connect and see how I can help.

Do you feel that your life isn't going your way, or that you're faced with challenges or changes that overwhelm you? I feel privileged to help create a safe space where you can at your pace, discover yourself, express yourself, and learn if there are ways in which you might be sabotaging yourself. Feeling at odds with ourselves is really what jams us up the most, and more often than not, unwittingly. Ourselves, regarding feelings, memories, needs, and wishes. Also, life phases, goals, issues of trust in relationships or lack of relationships, illness, work and creativity sometimes seem daunting.

Are you struggling with intimate relationships or relationships with family, friends, or coworkers? Have you been wrestling to move beyond past traumatic experiences? Have you experienced pounding heart, sweaty palms, and cloudy head? Do you feel like despite your best effort, you can't seem to act on your true intentions and end up feeling trapped in defeat and self-doubt?

I will provide you with a place in which you can explore how to use your own strengths to resolve the complexities in your life. This entails exploring your current and past experiences and relationships which are contributing to your problems. My style is to ask you questions that will allow you to figure out what will work for you in managing your anxiety or depression, and in enhancing your individual pursuits.

Understanding your emotions and being able to express them with a trained professional can help you overcome the challenges in your life. It is common to avoid thoughts and feelings that are distressing, and for this reason many people hesitate calling a therapist until long after they initially contemplate it. I focus on the reasons behind these avoidances in order to make life more manageable, and I do so in a safe, comfortable, and nonjudgmental space. Discussing and understanding your past experiences and relationships are important parts of gaining insight and making necessary changes.

If you are reading this, you may be interested in improving your relationships, self understanding, career enhancement, ability to cope with feelings, and identifying patterns that are preventing you from succeeding. I'm a compassionate therapist, an excellent listener, with a non-judgmental manner. I have extensive experience with individuals. I offer a safe environment to explore and resolve your issues. My approach is individualized, flexible, and creative, according to your needs. This provides support and understanding that facilitate the process of discussing thoughts and feelings.

It is easy to forget that each person is an individual in the complex world we live in. It is common for humans to struggle with their individuality, identity, and finding themselves or their life’s purpose. This struggle can leave you feeling confused, isolated, anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or lost. I view therapy as a way to connect by providing patients with a supportive, safe, non-judgemental space to explore and confront these feelings. I accept patients for who they are, where they are at, and how they live their lives.

Finding the right therapist for you can be a process and often requires a certain chemistry. I strive to help you as the client to feel safe and comfortable. My approach is to be patient, accepting, direct, and compassionate. I feel supportive honesty is key, and I also appreciate that each individual has his/her own path to explore and learn. Together we can set goals and collaborate so that you feel the time and investment is helpful for the changes you want.