Therapists in Washington Heights, New York, NY

Hello, I am Catherine McLaughlin a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 20+ years. My work is a range of mental health diagnosis. Such as anxiety, depression, codependency, grief and substance abuse and alcohol addiction. I consider myself a kind, empathic, "say it like it is " therapist. I have a sense of humor respectfully at times when needed. I work with mostly clients who suffer from anxiety, depression and substance abuse issues. In addition, I work with clients who are grieving. I am very comfortable with working with many issues with clients, but my practice is mainly focused on the above diagnosis.

I have over thirty years of clinical experience and I strongly believe in the resiliency of the human spirit; the ability for a person to heal and grow given the right kind of nurturing and support. I have witnessed this countless times in many different settings in my professional life. My experience has largely been, though not exclusively, working with men as I have worked in the field of HIV/AIDS for a number of years. I focused on men’s' issues in my graduate work and that, in combination with years of practice, have allowed me a particular insight with regard to working with men and their presenting issues in therapy.

I am a compassionate, genuine therapist with a sense of humor and appreciation for all of life's experiences. I value a client-centered humanistic approach; partnering to move toward goals at a pace that works for you. You can expect a sense of being valued and understood with some tips and skill-building along the way.

I help individuals face life's demands in a direct, embodied, and gentle way. As we inquire within, embracing both, obstacles and gifts, a more authentic and resourceful presence can emerge that allows for genuine shifts to take place. I work with individuals from all walks of life who are interested in restoring a healthy sense of self and who want to move forward in life. My professional practice is rooted in psychodynamic, humanistic, mindful and somatic approaches. I have extensive experience in working with trauma, life transitions, grief and loss, anxiety, and general life stressors.

You may find you’re a deeply creative and sensitive person, going through major life transitions, a spiritual awakening, or a dark night of the soul. You want to grow your self-confidence and self worth, but are unsure where to start. You may feel unsatisfied with the way things are but are unclear on what you actually want and what exactly is holding you back. There may be habits, beliefs, and behaviors that are no longer serving you, but you aren't sure how to change them. I’ve been there and understand. My goal as a therapist is to accompany you as a guide on your path of personal empowerment and self discovery.

Women's bilingual (English & Spanish) psychotherapist & leadership coach. For over 14 years, I have helped women overcome anxiety, fear and low self-esteem, depression, co-dependency, and toxic relationships. I am here to help you learn how to cope and overcome personal, romantic, and career challenges in a caring, confidential, and empowering space. I use a humanistic and holistic approach to therapy to help you understand your thoughts and feelings, gain self-confidence, and reach self-empowerment. Additionally, I use my professional coaching skills to help you move from self-empowered to self-actualized.

I am a licensed and board certified creative arts therapist with a master’s degree from Pratt Institute. I integrate a trauma-informed care practice with humanistic, client-centered, and psychodynamic approaches. I believe in the strength of creative problem solving and coping skills to assist clients in reaching their goals through the healing process. I have worked with a wide range of populations and settings including: outpatient clinics with adults, respite programs with adults with developmental disabilities, school settings, and community-based programs with children and adolescents.

I have an experience working with clients at many different life stages, including childhood, adolescence, mid-life, and older adulthood, and has helped these individuals navigate experiences of depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relational conflict, and major life transitions. I integrate aspects of theater, music, dance, visual arts, mindfulness, and humanistic talk therapy, and I am dedicated to collaborating with clients to find a modality of expression that best supports their individual therapeutic process.

Hi, my name is Afifa, and I am an LCSW in NY and a LICSW in MA. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families through life's challenges. I have a passion for helping people feel empowered to make changes in their lives, and I am dedicated to providing evidence-based treatment tailored to each individual. My client-centered approach focuses on the present with an eye toward the future. If you are looking for someone to help guide you through your journey, please feel free to reach out. I look forward to hearing from you and helping you on your path toward true healing. Thank you.

Welcome and congrats for making the step to a better life. I offer a holistic approach to therapy that combines traditional therapeutic techniques with mindfulness/CBT, DBT and body-based practices. CIT focuses on helping clients to become aware of the present moment and to develop greater insight into the root causes of their distress. This approach is based on the understanding that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are all interconnected and can be used to gain insight into our experiences. Through CIT, clients can learn to access their inner wisdom, build resilience, and the capacity to live with ease and joy.

Find yourself through the experience of therapy. Are you curious about how you participate in stopping yourself from being your own dynamic, vital self? Does life and its choices feel confusing and overwhelming? Are your relationships with others consistently fraught with anxiety, frustration, or alienation? Do you feel anxious or depressed in relation to your life? These are often the issues that bring people through my door. As an experientially-oriented Gestalt Therapist, I bring over a decade of practice to helping people develop the tools to know themselves in a more clear and integrated way so that they gain the flexibility and awareness to meet life’s challenges head on

Most people solve most problems on their own or with help from friends, but that doesn’t always work. Troubles mount up. Upheavals catch you unawares. “Go to” solutions can leave you empty-handed. Even planned changes can be disorienting - new jobs, retirement, new relationships, going off to school, children leaving home. Sometimes people just need help coping, changing bad habits, or thinking through options. Other times people feel hemmed in by circumstances, or find they don’t recognize themselves in the life they lead and want to deepen their sense that the life they are living reflects their own values and choices.

I am a clinical social worker licensed in New York with over 10 years of experience as a therapist. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I have special interests in working with couples and with members of the LGBTQ+ community. I see healthy relationships as central to the process of change, and believe that learning to love and accept yourself completely is the key to creating the life you want and deserve.

Discovering who you are and what truly matters is a personal journey we often navigate alone. Yet, embarking on this exploration together with a dedicated therapist can illuminate new perspectives and foster growth. I approach this process with an appreciation for the ways in which you’ve navigated life so far and understanding that not everything needs to be abandoned, after all, you’re here! Instead, we look at how we can evolve to set you up for the best version of yourself and your life right now. Between the two of us, I believe we can accomplish the change you want!

The clients I work with are as diverse as the city we live in; from adolescents to older adults, my focus is on treating complex trauma, anxiety, and depression. Clients come to me with the intention to heal, and liberate themselves from the cycles that have kept them in a place of insecurity.

Welcome all! My name is Raisa Rodriguez (she/ella), I'm a bilingual latina social worker. I earned my master's degree from the University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus. I also earned a Gerontology Certification from the University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus. As a psychotherapist, I'm committed to co-creating therapeutical spaces that foster healing and growth through a framework focused on culturally affirming practices, intersectionality, and social justice. I have been working with latinx first-gen folks and communities for the past seven years.

I believe in hope and I’ve witnessed firsthand the power of hope to change someone’s trajectory. For the last 13 years, I’ve worked in various therapeutic roles in NYC, advocating for marginalized communities and working to instill hope where it's needed most. I believe in kindness, compassion, and understanding. I want my clients to have a chance to learn internal kindness, and to ultimately see themselves through a lens of self-love and self-acceptance. If you’re struggling with doubt, anxiety, insecurity, or depression, you deserve to talk to someone and start your healing journey towards self-compassion.

Dissecting, exploring and rediscovering yourself and/or relationship is deeply rewarding. Colibri Wellness, LCSW, PLLC offers a welcoming space where you can unpack your feelings and embark on a healing path and impart with you, your partner(s), and/or family a safe, inclusive, and engaging therapeutic experience. Clinicians at Colibri Wellness will assist you in reflection, decision-making, redirection and restructure towards change, healing strategies, movement, growth and decolonization of the mind. We also conduct immigration evaluations in NYC and CT.

No two people are alike and the same can be said of therapists. Creating an empathetic, nonjudgmental and collaborative space for growth and healing is my primary objective as a therapist. Who you are and what you have experienced is unique, and your path to understanding will be, too. That is why I believe that establishing a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients is a key part of treatment. Such a relationship is essential, as it is often the first setting in which the person receiving treatment shares intimate thoughts, beliefs, and emotions regarding the issue(s) in question.