Therapists in West Village, New York, NY

Sometimes our environments feel so loud that we adapt by living in a reactive state to what's going on around us, rather than attuning to what's within us. We can intellectually know ourselves and the world we want, but not emotionally embody ourselves and our wants. This can feel like a tiring loop and often manifests in depressive, anxious, and perfectionistic tendencies. We can change this! Learn how to relate to your emotions in a new way, where they support your ability to cultivate a life that is fully alive and stemming from within YOUR mind-body-spirit!

I focus on the treatment of adolescents and adults by integrating both psychodynamic and CBT principles. I aid my clients in achieving meaningful and lasting change by helping them better understand their thoughts, feelings and behaviors. It is my firm belief that clients ultimately do the heavy lifting in helping themselves. While I can guide them through with careful listening and appropriate questioning, it is with their dedication and hard work that they find the answers to a more fulfilling life.

Many are in search of a therapist because they have been feeling stuck, disempowered, or conflicted and would benefit from specialized support to gain greater psychological freedom and good health. To this end, we can explore your experience and expectations to foster insight and greater awareness of your needs. I offer a range of psychotherapeutic approaches to promote coping and make meaning out of problematic patterns, losses, trauma, depression, anxiety, stress and difficulty in relationships. Unique to your needs, I offer a co-created therapeutic space to facilitate change; trust, communication, attachment, growth and healing.

When we begin working together you will set the pace and tone and work on identifying where you would like to take this journey. You may have realized you would like to help ease symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and even interpersonal conflict. Then I will be able to help.

You want emotional intimacy but disappointment and blame distance you. You withdraw or act out sexually to avoid pain? Do romantic obsessions or resentment towards your partner/spouse fuel your inability to connect and feel loved? I reach out from my decades of experience with individuals and couples who are intimacy avoidant and I help resolve your past and present blocks to intimacy by facilitating the examination and change of life-long patterns in my safe office space. My willingness to listen, to observe, to enter your world with a structured understanding is my therapeutic strength that has transferred to online sessions.

Finding a Therapist can be a frightening first step - an important step - in dealing with what gets in our way and prevents personal and professional growth. I have a special concern for men and women of the LBGT communities, working with them as they discover their sense of self and belonging. As a former Franciscan, I take a particular Joy in working with clergy and religious men and women in their unique struggles of commitment, institutional obligations and Self. The longing for "The Other" and the desire to know my Self are profoundly intertwined.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with an extensive background in anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. I provide therapy for individuals and couples in a safe, judgment-free environment. I've helped many people overcome obstacles to satisfaction in life. My clients have found this work leads to transformation and empowerment. In addition to talk therapy, I have experience providing treatment in different modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Somatic/Body awareness work.

My goal is to help individuals and couples recognize and value what's special in themselves, even sometimes finding their strengths in what appear to be weaknesses. I believe self-knowledge and self-acceptance are the best ways out of anxiety, depression, relationship impasses, and other ways of feeling stuck. Getting to know yourself doesn't have to mean looking for "problems." My aim is to help people know and accept all parts of themselves. We're all different and unique. I think learning to value our differences is one of the most helpful things we can do for ourselves.

As the world gets more and more complicated so does our ability to manage its day to day stressors. While searching for a therapist I hope you realize that you are not alone. Many of us find ourselves battling depression, anxiety, existential angst, interpersonal problems, trauma, loss and other symptoms related to an increasingly technological society. I see myself as someone who can kindle a light as one navigates such gnarly terrain. My traditional face to face and remote on-line sessions offer, diagnosis, treatment, nonjudgmental support, confidentiality, encouragement, expertise and comfort while you explore new ways to improve the quality of your life.

I am currently a post-doctoral psychology fellow at MindWell NYC, where I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to provide individual and group therapy to clients across the lifespan. I have a particular interest in providing evidence-based treatments for adolescents and adults with anxiety and depression as well as those who experience difficulty with interpersonal relationships, managing emotions, maladaptive thinking, and adjusting to new or difficult life circumstances.

I am based in NYC. I was trained in rational-emotive behavior therapy and work with clients primarily from that perspective, with mindfulness techniques. The focus of my practice is on working with individuals who have been diagnosed with a chronic or catastrophic health condition, as well as their caregivers. Please refer to my website, JustGotdiagnosed.com, for more information about me and my practice. Please be aware that I have very limited availability for new clients at the moment, I am sorry to say.

What if your life could be creative, playful, fulfilling and deeply connected? What if pain, anxiety and confusion did not get in your way? I am dedicated to helping people understand themselves more fully so they can clear away obstacles that are keeping them stuck and create change in their personal and professional lives. I believe that warmth, creativity and a sense of humor are cornerstones of successful therapy.

Volatile couples are often passionate couples. "We love each other and have a good relationship, why we do end up in the same hurtful arguments?" The passion in your relationship is energizing but can also turn into fights accompanied by extreme anger. Often this results in one person withdrawing and both left feeling hurt and misunderstood. I help couples turn volatility into versatility. Volatility is explosive energy; versatility means having choices and tools to use at the right moment while keeping healthy passion alive. My couples are people who have strong relationships but need help breaking patterns that lead them down a rabbit hole.

I am a relational therapist who works collaboratively with young women and men who are experiencing anxiety, depression and overwhelm to help them cope with challenging feelings and navigate transitionary life phases. My goal is to support you in finding solutions to current and historical problems, explore behavior patterns, and intentionally engage in behavior change to achieve your identified goals. I have clinical experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, relationship and emotional issues, addiction, and trauma. I use modalities such as talk therapy, psychoeducation and EMDR within my practice.

I’m a native New Yorker passionate about serving the needs of my community. I view the relationship between the clinician and client as a collaboration; I want my clients to truly feel like they are a part of the therapeutic process and are in charge of their counseling experience. I have a broad range of clinical experience in the child welfare, family homelessness and healthcare fields, and have worked with adults, children and families. I also have an extensive background of providing support to diverse groups of people including but not limited to those who identified as BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+.

I am a psychologist with a diverse practice. I work with individuals, couples, adolescents and families, and conduct a variety of psychotherapy groups. My style is informal, supportive and interactive. I have extensive experience working with issues related to addictive and compulsive behavior problems, relationship issues, identity issues, and many other areas of clinical concern. My first aim is to establish a mutually comfortable rapport to provide an atmosphere of openness and to make self exploration an experience that is satisfying and immediately helpful in both the short and long term.

Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck or pressured to do life perfectly? Maybe you notice feelings of disconnection from yourself or others. Therapy is a space to increase your self awareness, uncover the root of recurring challenges or patterns and most importantly, develop new ways to experience real relief in the present moment. Together, we work to identify your desired outcomes, explore your internal landscape and create sustainable change. Our work is collaborative and geared towards your unique evolution.

Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears. While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.

I believe therapy is a way toward a fuller, more satisfying life. Together we will journey past the obstacles to greater self-esteem, more satisfying relationships, work and play. I engage actively with you but am guided by your individual needs and wishes. I can help you to expand the strengths you already have and add new skills, experiences and ways of seeing yourself.