Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in New York, NY
I take a collaborative and down-to-earth approach to therapy, creating a space where my clients feel at ease exploring what feels stuck, painful, or confusing. Together, we clarify patterns, strengthen coping strategies, process past experiences that may still be shaping the present, and build sustainable ways to manage life’s daily challenges.
My work often focuses on family-of-origin dynamics, relationship struggles, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and career stress, among other concerns.
I take a collaborative and down-to-earth approach to therapy, creating a space where my clients feel at ease exploring what feels stuck, painful, or confusing. Together, we clarify patterns, strengthen coping strategies, process past experiences that may still be shaping the present, and build sustainable ways to manage life’s daily challenges.
My work often focuses on family-of-origin dynamics, relationship struggles, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and career stress, among other concerns.
If you are looking to gain greater satisfaction, joy, and a sense of wholeness in your life, I would be happy to help. My experience along with my advanced postgraduate training in psychotherapy and psychoanalysis has equipped me with the skills to help you feel better about yourself. I provide a genuine, safe and collaborative environment. With warmth and intelligence I will help you navigate difficult situations and relationships with greater ease. I am a very attuned and non-judgmental listener and my hope is that you will come to feel understood.
If you are looking to gain greater satisfaction, joy, and a sense of wholeness in your life, I would be happy to help. My experience along with my advanced postgraduate training in psychotherapy and psychoanalysis has equipped me with the skills to help you feel better about yourself. I provide a genuine, safe and collaborative environment. With warmth and intelligence I will help you navigate difficult situations and relationships with greater ease. I am a very attuned and non-judgmental listener and my hope is that you will come to feel understood.
I work with adults and adolescents with anxiety, depression and eating disorders.
I am psychodynamically trained and integrate evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I utilize Enhanced Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E), and provide Family-Based Treatment (FBT / Maudsley) to adolescents with eating disorders.
I work with adults and adolescents with anxiety, depression and eating disorders.
I am psychodynamically trained and integrate evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I utilize Enhanced Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E), and provide Family-Based Treatment (FBT / Maudsley) to adolescents with eating disorders.
Do you feel stressed and anxious at work or in a relationship? Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed and hurt by discrimination tied to your identity. These challenges can become the burdens of your route to achieving career success, happy relationships, or even inner peace. How can you find your way back to a happy and healthy mental state amidst these difficulties? The key lies in cultivating resilience and self-compassion while developing effective coping skills. That’s the place where we work together to build a supportive environment where you can thrive.
Do you feel stressed and anxious at work or in a relationship? Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed and hurt by discrimination tied to your identity. These challenges can become the burdens of your route to achieving career success, happy relationships, or even inner peace. How can you find your way back to a happy and healthy mental state amidst these difficulties? The key lies in cultivating resilience and self-compassion while developing effective coping skills. That’s the place where we work together to build a supportive environment where you can thrive.
Hi, I’m Debra Ratchford, an LMHC and a CASAC in New York with 10 years of experience supporting adults and adolescents in individual therapy.
My work focuses on substance use and addiction, anxiety, depression, family issues, and relationship concerns. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Person-Centered and Motivational Interviewing to help you connect your thoughts, emotions, and choices in a way that feels manageable.
Hi, I’m Debra Ratchford, an LMHC and a CASAC in New York with 10 years of experience supporting adults and adolescents in individual therapy.
My work focuses on substance use and addiction, anxiety, depression, family issues, and relationship concerns. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Person-Centered and Motivational Interviewing to help you connect your thoughts, emotions, and choices in a way that feels manageable.
Colibri Wellness, LCSW, PLLC/Immigration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
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. We will assist you in reflection, decision-making, redirection and restructure towards change, healing strategies, movement, growth and decolonization of the mind. We also conduct psychiatric immigration evaluations (Asylum, VAWA) in New York State, Connecticut, Florida, Delaware, Vermont, Idaho and Massachusetts
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. We will assist you in reflection, decision-making, redirection and restructure towards change, healing strategies, movement, growth and decolonization of the mind. We also conduct psychiatric immigration evaluations (Asylum, VAWA) in New York State, Connecticut, Florida, Delaware, Vermont, Idaho and Massachusetts
I have 15 years of experience treating a wide range of issues including trauma; mood, anxiety, and personality disorders; difficulty with emotional and sexual intimacy in relationships; and emotional and behavioral challenges in children and adolescents.
I have extensive training in psychodynamic, family systems, couples and play therapy, and I am DBT certified. When treating children, I work closely with families to help them understand their child's internal world and how best to respond to it. In my work with all patients, I am sensitive to relevant social and cultural contexts and influences.
I have 15 years of experience treating a wide range of issues including trauma; mood, anxiety, and personality disorders; difficulty with emotional and sexual intimacy in relationships; and emotional and behavioral challenges in children and adolescents.
I have extensive training in psychodynamic, family systems, couples and play therapy, and I am DBT certified. When treating children, I work closely with families to help them understand their child's internal world and how best to respond to it. In my work with all patients, I am sensitive to relevant social and cultural contexts and influences.
Sullivan has extensive experience providing evidence-based therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families across various settings, including private practice, clinics, hospitals, and schools.
Dr. Sullivan works with clients to develop skills to navigate challenges. She has specific interest in ADHD and executive functioning challenges, helping clients develop strategies for organization, time management, decision-making, and problem-solving. For children, she integrates school-based interventions and parent collaboration for lasting progress.
Sullivan has extensive experience providing evidence-based therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families across various settings, including private practice, clinics, hospitals, and schools.
Dr. Sullivan works with clients to develop skills to navigate challenges. She has specific interest in ADHD and executive functioning challenges, helping clients develop strategies for organization, time management, decision-making, and problem-solving. For children, she integrates school-based interventions and parent collaboration for lasting progress.
True well-being comes from caring for our mental, emotional, and physical health in an integrated and intentional way. Many of the difficulties we experience—such as anxiety, stress, or emotional overwhelm—are often rooted in patterns shaped by earlier life experiences, even when we’re not consciously aware of them. My work takes a holistic approach, integrating mind, body, and spirit to support deep and meaningful healing. Drawing from psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness practices, and amygdala depotentiation techniques, I help patients compassionately explore and gently shift the unconscious patterns that may be holding them back.
True well-being comes from caring for our mental, emotional, and physical health in an integrated and intentional way. Many of the difficulties we experience—such as anxiety, stress, or emotional overwhelm—are often rooted in patterns shaped by earlier life experiences, even when we’re not consciously aware of them. My work takes a holistic approach, integrating mind, body, and spirit to support deep and meaningful healing. Drawing from psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness practices, and amygdala depotentiation techniques, I help patients compassionately explore and gently shift the unconscious patterns that may be holding them back.
At Family Central Consultants, we help families through difficult transitions. We provide support and advice to families at a critical juncture when facing health, mental health, educational challenges, major life transitions, or just when needing some direction and support. We assist families in navigating a myriad of issues and available resources. We collaborate with our families to develop a plan of action and provide ongoing support. Our goal is to maximize information and understanding and to minimize stress and anxiety for our families faced with daunting or unfamiliar challenges.
At Family Central Consultants, we help families through difficult transitions. We provide support and advice to families at a critical juncture when facing health, mental health, educational challenges, major life transitions, or just when needing some direction and support. We assist families in navigating a myriad of issues and available resources. We collaborate with our families to develop a plan of action and provide ongoing support. Our goal is to maximize information and understanding and to minimize stress and anxiety for our families faced with daunting or unfamiliar challenges.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or challenges related to food and body image? Are you looking for a therapist who will truly listen and support you in making meaningful, lasting changes?
As a therapist, I prioritize connection, creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel seen, heard, and understood. In this space, I strive to help you trust your intuition and step into your most authentic self, fostering growth and healing in a way that aligns with your personal journey.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or challenges related to food and body image? Are you looking for a therapist who will truly listen and support you in making meaningful, lasting changes?
As a therapist, I prioritize connection, creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel seen, heard, and understood. In this space, I strive to help you trust your intuition and step into your most authentic self, fostering growth and healing in a way that aligns with your personal journey.
I believe that the most important relationship we develop is with our inner self. People often get caught up in repetitive patterns that may hinder their work, love, or personal relationships caused by past traumas or disconnection from oneself. This may inhibit them from being able to live a fulfilling life. The process of getting in touch with often unknown aspects of oneself enables one to lead a fuller life. Lack of such a connection with our psychological center leads in varying degrees to emotional homelessness, emptiness in one's work, and personal relationships. In my publications I explore the notion of "inner home".
I believe that the most important relationship we develop is with our inner self. People often get caught up in repetitive patterns that may hinder their work, love, or personal relationships caused by past traumas or disconnection from oneself. This may inhibit them from being able to live a fulfilling life. The process of getting in touch with often unknown aspects of oneself enables one to lead a fuller life. Lack of such a connection with our psychological center leads in varying degrees to emotional homelessness, emptiness in one's work, and personal relationships. In my publications I explore the notion of "inner home".
You are seeking clarity, affirmation, or a path forward. My practice is dedicated to supporting adults navigating life transitions, systemic barriers, or identity exploration through adult autism assessments, gender-affirming care evaluations, and N-648 immigration waivers. Alongside these specialized evaluations, I provide deeply affirming psychotherapy for depression, trauma, anxiety, and relationship & family conflict. I work extensively with BIPOC, queer, and immigrant communities, offering a culturally responsive space where your lived experience is inherently trusted and understood.
You are seeking clarity, affirmation, or a path forward. My practice is dedicated to supporting adults navigating life transitions, systemic barriers, or identity exploration through adult autism assessments, gender-affirming care evaluations, and N-648 immigration waivers. Alongside these specialized evaluations, I provide deeply affirming psychotherapy for depression, trauma, anxiety, and relationship & family conflict. I work extensively with BIPOC, queer, and immigrant communities, offering a culturally responsive space where your lived experience is inherently trusted and understood.
In the eyes of others, you present as confident, successful & outgoing, but inside, you struggle with anxiety and feelings of inadequacy. You often feel like your friends and peers seem to have it figured out, but you don't. Maintaining relationships, both romantic and platonic has been a challenge. Understanding your own needs and wants can feel trivial. You're feeling isolated, despite being surrounded. You want to feel more secure and balanced.
In the eyes of others, you present as confident, successful & outgoing, but inside, you struggle with anxiety and feelings of inadequacy. You often feel like your friends and peers seem to have it figured out, but you don't. Maintaining relationships, both romantic and platonic has been a challenge. Understanding your own needs and wants can feel trivial. You're feeling isolated, despite being surrounded. You want to feel more secure and balanced.
I work with adults, adolescents and couples
As a licensed clinical psychologist and trained psychoanalyst my role is to help you understand and resolve the conflicts that are making you feel bad. Therapy is a process that allows you to identify problematic patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving that may be impairing your interpersonal and professional success, Improvement is understanding how and why these patterns formed, and what it takes to change them. This is most likely to happen when you feel safe and in a confidential atmosphere with an attuned and nonjudgmental listener. Together we will enhance your self-awareness and freedom to make better choices
I work with adults, adolescents and couples
As a licensed clinical psychologist and trained psychoanalyst my role is to help you understand and resolve the conflicts that are making you feel bad. Therapy is a process that allows you to identify problematic patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving that may be impairing your interpersonal and professional success, Improvement is understanding how and why these patterns formed, and what it takes to change them. This is most likely to happen when you feel safe and in a confidential atmosphere with an attuned and nonjudgmental listener. Together we will enhance your self-awareness and freedom to make better choices
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, grief, women's mental health concerns, perfectionism, chronic worry, and the emotional impact of changes in their health, relationships, or sense of self. Many come to therapy because they no longer feel like themselves. They may feel overwhelmed by thoughts they can't quiet, stuck in patterns they don't understand, or uncertain about who they are becoming. My approach helps clients make sense of these experiences so they can respond with greater clarity, flexibility, and intention. It is not about quick fixes or surface-level strategies but tailored to you specifically.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, grief, women's mental health concerns, perfectionism, chronic worry, and the emotional impact of changes in their health, relationships, or sense of self. Many come to therapy because they no longer feel like themselves. They may feel overwhelmed by thoughts they can't quiet, stuck in patterns they don't understand, or uncertain about who they are becoming. My approach helps clients make sense of these experiences so they can respond with greater clarity, flexibility, and intention. It is not about quick fixes or surface-level strategies but tailored to you specifically.
Dr. Fatigate is a passionate therapist who utilizes highly effective treatments, such as CBT, DBT, and ACT, to empower her clients to achieve their goals. She has had extensive training at a renowned CBT/DBT training center and through Mount Sinai’s esteemed therapy programs. Through relationship building, collaboration, and adapting to each client’s needs, she provides holistic, tailored, and client-centered treatment. Her diverse experiences across outpatient, private practice, and hospitals allow her to connect with clients, regardless of what they are experiencing, and help them achieve symptom reduction and holistic well-being.
Dr. Fatigate is a passionate therapist who utilizes highly effective treatments, such as CBT, DBT, and ACT, to empower her clients to achieve their goals. She has had extensive training at a renowned CBT/DBT training center and through Mount Sinai’s esteemed therapy programs. Through relationship building, collaboration, and adapting to each client’s needs, she provides holistic, tailored, and client-centered treatment. Her diverse experiences across outpatient, private practice, and hospitals allow her to connect with clients, regardless of what they are experiencing, and help them achieve symptom reduction and holistic well-being.
Many of us will experience anxiety, depression, trauma, or loss in our lifetime. We tend to carry these experiences silently and heavily weighed down by them, often leaving us feeling hopeless, exhausted, isolated, and unhappy. For some, they can also lead to significant mental health issues and unhelpful coping strategies. This pain is significant. Your suffering is real. And, if you're reading this, you've probably tried everything to fix it. You may have believed that nothing could change or get better. I am here to help you challenge those beliefs and provide you with a set of skills to help you cope with your distress.
Many of us will experience anxiety, depression, trauma, or loss in our lifetime. We tend to carry these experiences silently and heavily weighed down by them, often leaving us feeling hopeless, exhausted, isolated, and unhappy. For some, they can also lead to significant mental health issues and unhelpful coping strategies. This pain is significant. Your suffering is real. And, if you're reading this, you've probably tried everything to fix it. You may have believed that nothing could change or get better. I am here to help you challenge those beliefs and provide you with a set of skills to help you cope with your distress.
Do you feel like you’re trying your best but its never enough? You know that you experience the world differently from others but it’s hard to put it into words. Are you having problems with your partner, family, friends or building new connections? Having stronger relationships in your life has always been a goal but you're unsure how to do that or how to express yourself with others. You talk down to yourself and feel guilty for the things you "should have done better." You're not alone in feeling this way. If you experience anxiety, Autism or ADHD, then come work with a therapist who understands people like you!
Do you feel like you’re trying your best but its never enough? You know that you experience the world differently from others but it’s hard to put it into words. Are you having problems with your partner, family, friends or building new connections? Having stronger relationships in your life has always been a goal but you're unsure how to do that or how to express yourself with others. You talk down to yourself and feel guilty for the things you "should have done better." You're not alone in feeling this way. If you experience anxiety, Autism or ADHD, then come work with a therapist who understands people like you!
I am licensed in NY and have been working with youth through adulthood for the past 5 years.
I appreciate you making time for yourself today. At times, life can be more challenging than we believe we can handle but I’m here to help! I have assisted individuals who experience difficulty in life transitions, school/peer issues, anxiety, and depression, learn, gain clarity, and overcome their challenges.
I am licensed in NY and have been working with youth through adulthood for the past 5 years.
I appreciate you making time for yourself today. At times, life can be more challenging than we believe we can handle but I’m here to help! I have assisted individuals who experience difficulty in life transitions, school/peer issues, anxiety, and depression, learn, gain clarity, and overcome their challenges.
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