Therapists in Washington Heights, New York, NY

My name is Melissa Rios. I am a licensed psychotherapist and addiction specialist with over 20 years of experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families suffering from symptoms of Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Trauma, PTSD, and LGBTQIA+issues. I draw upon my extensive knowledge in education, psychology, and clinical practice by utilizing a variety of therapies and modalities: Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical (DBT), and Trauma Focused. As a therapist, I believe all people have innate resilience and numerous personal strengths and abilities.

My intention is to create a welcoming, depth-oriented and respectful therapeutic relationship. I lean toward a holistic approach that recognizes the wholeness of all persons and individualizes treatment. The value of genuine warmth, feeling seen and unconditional positive regard is not lost on me. My style pulls from multiple theoretical lenses, such as a Narrative, Somatic, DBT, Trauma-informed and Humanistic lens. Mindfulness and spirituality are intertwined in my work. From a multicultural lens, I welcome all genders, expressions, populations and sexualities.

I support individuals who desire to build healthier relationships with themselves and others. As humans, building relationships is part of our lives and our past experiences often shape the ways we see ourselves and those around us. Having a healthy relationships can provide a sense of security when challenges arise. Using an anti-oppressive and client centered lens, I support individuals to work through challenges that include, building healthier relationships, everyday stressors, and healing from traumatic experiences.

Are you a caregiver for a loved one and feel you need an outlet? or are you in a relationship and may feel stuck? Or maybe, you just need a safe space to gather your thoughts and share your feelings about work, kids, family, grief and loss… Let me use my extensive years of experience in this field work for you. Life is all about transitions and I’m here to help you learn, grow and adapt on your journey, at YOUR pace. Let me partner with you to find a path back to your best self or forward to your new normal.

I've had the privilege of working with children and adolescents for the bulk of my professional career. From childhood to pre-adolescence to their teenage years, children encounter a multitude of life challenges that can feel debilitating without the appropriate skills and supports. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and inconsistencies in learning environments, children and adolescents have been struggling with newfound challenges, too - bullying, socializing, technology addictions, etc. Through my assessments, I will work towards identifying both short and long-term goals that will facilitate the overall mental health of each client.

One of the most meaningful aspects of therapy is how it provides a person with the opportunity to discover their inner self. The gift of therapy is that it reduces loneliness, emotional pain, and secures you to your authentic self. As a therapist who has worked with individuals, couples, and families of diverse backgrounds, I have seen the impactful growth clients have achieved. I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families who are struggling with relationships and other interpersonal challenges. I use a client based strength model of therapy which emphasizes the value of the client's unique strengths and capabilities.

Are you waking up and going to sleep feeling anxious and/or depressed with thoughts swirling around in your head? Are you facing one or possibly multiple life transitions such as attempting to start a new family, pregnancy, postpartum, moving to a new home, relationship issues, or feeling stuck in your life? You are not alone. I understand, will listen, and provide the tools you need to find relief.

You’re taking a step that can be a transformative one. If you’re ready to explore life experiences focusing on self-esteem issues, relationships, grief & loss, and life adjustments, I invite you to share them with me in my therapeutic space. Your voice is essential, and as we work together, we will develop a therapeutic space to express one’s challenges and practice knowing and understanding yourself. While meeting you where you are in your journey, I am passionate about helping others become the highest version of themselves and discussing how to embody that.

Andrea Wainer has worked with people impacted by narcissistic spectrum disorders for her entire career. She provides support and coaching to victims of narcissistic abuse. She has worked and lived abroad (New York, Hong Kong, London, Singapore and Tokyo) with people divorcing narcissists. Andrea researches, trains, supervises, coaches and opines in judicial process involving character disordered individuals. She is equipped to identify and coach you to thrive during and after; smear campaigns, blame shifting, gas-lighting, PTSD, forum shopping, victim playing, projecting and other tactics used by character disordered people.

You have been thinking about making some changes in your life in order to become intentional about your parenting. As a parent myself - I know first hand there is a lot to juggle and we often feel frustrated and overwhelmed by it all. If you are ready to REVOLUTIONIZE your life, learn to manage it all and work on being a better parent to your children then lets chat.

Have you ever shopped for jeans? You need to find the right fit, correct? I believe looking for a therapist is just like that. Let's explore together how you can reach your own personal fulfillment. Together in partnership and with a holistic approach we can build on your strengths and help you heal in order to move forward. With compassion and empathy, I can help you navigate difficult emotional journeys. If you are facing work related stress, difficulty adjusting to significant life changes, relationship strain, parenting concerns and/or depression/anxiety, with a consistently supportive style we can take on your struggles.

I believe that clients are the experts on their own experiences and allow that belief to guide my work. I use an eclectic, neurodivergent-affirming style of therapy to focus on client's needs, goals, and values. As a queer therapist, I am committed to creating a safe space for clients to explore and nurture all parts of their identities.

When confronted with a challenge it’s not enough to look inwards in the here and now but also examine how our past and societal systems affect the way we function in the world. Whether it’s walking through trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, or discerning where you are in the wide spectrum of gender and sexuality, it takes a holistic and integrative approach to move forward into the path to wellness

I understand the vulnerability, trust and courage it takes to engage in psychotherapy and confide your deepest worries, fears and desires in someone. I also know that it can be challenging to nourish your self-esteem and experience positive emotions when you feel consumed by excessive worry and the recurrent distress of traumatic events. You don’t have to do this alone. Together we will work on developing the mechanisms you need to cultivate inner peace and harmony as you weather some of your life’s transitions.

I help BIPOC men and LGBTQIA individuals overcome stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, and trauma by taking a whole person approach, focusing on body, mind, self, and spirit. I listen to your story with empathy and respect, integrating it into our sessions for healing. Using evidence-informed care tailored to your needs, I incorporate proven interventions through research informed therapy.

In life, we are often confronted with numerous challenges such as the struggle to find balance in one’s life, the death or illness of a loved one or how to manage a major life transition. And current stressors could include the way to navigate the environment that the pandemic has created as well as the racial and political climate. As a clinical psychologist, I strive to assist you in working through the concerns that you present by building a strong rapport and working collaboratively. Essentially, my role is to help you define your goals and provide a supportive environment where you can achieve them!

Are you an adolescent having self esteem issues? A parent in need of support? An adult with a mood disorder, or simply trying to manage life transitions?

*******Accepting new clients!**** I'm a native New Yorker with a passion for supporting others in the NYC community. I have broad experience with working with people from different walks of life such as undocumented, severely mentally ill, and history of substance use. I enjoy working with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and teenagers. I have an extensive history of working with children, youth, and families. Particularly with adolescents in their transitioning from children to young adults. I view my work to be a partnership between clinician and client.

TAKING NEW CLIENTS (morning and afternoon only)Hello-I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in NY. I specialize in working with individuals in developing positive set of skills through introspection, growth, and healing. I have extensive experiences working with a diverse population: young students/professionals, adults, people of color, blended families, and children. I continued to gain clinical experience with adults in private practice with trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, life transition, acculturation, relationship conflict, stress management, etc. To schedule sessions: https://headway.co/providers/yanely-grullon.