Anxiety Therapists in New York, NY
A little about me:
With 25 + years of practice experience, I can help you develop skills that enable you to thrive.
I hold a Master of Science from Columbia University School of Social Work since 1995, and in 2017 obtained a Doctorate in Behavioral Health Sciences with a focus on Health Education from Teachers College Columbia University.
A little about me:
With 25 + years of practice experience, I can help you develop skills that enable you to thrive.
I hold a Master of Science from Columbia University School of Social Work since 1995, and in 2017 obtained a Doctorate in Behavioral Health Sciences with a focus on Health Education from Teachers College Columbia University.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck?
I work with adults ages 21–45 navigating anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, and relationship challenges. My approach is compassionate and culturally responsive, offering a safe space to unpack what’s weighing on you, gain clarity, and build practical tools to feel grounded, empowered, and connected.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck?
I work with adults ages 21–45 navigating anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, and relationship challenges. My approach is compassionate and culturally responsive, offering a safe space to unpack what’s weighing on you, gain clarity, and build practical tools to feel grounded, empowered, and connected.
Everyone has a past and a present that shapes the person who they are today, their strengths as well as their struggles. When you contact me for therapy, you will find an empathetic listener, who sees you for the unique individual that you are. My approach to therapy is supportive, collaborative and non-judgmental. My past experience includes working at Mount Sinai Hospital with young adults, adolescents and parents, and Metropolitan Center for Mental Health with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Everyone has a past and a present that shapes the person who they are today, their strengths as well as their struggles. When you contact me for therapy, you will find an empathetic listener, who sees you for the unique individual that you are. My approach to therapy is supportive, collaborative and non-judgmental. My past experience includes working at Mount Sinai Hospital with young adults, adolescents and parents, and Metropolitan Center for Mental Health with people of all ages and backgrounds.
As a therapist, I strive to provide a safe and encouraging environment for my clients to grow. Through an open, client-centered approach I allow my patients to discover their own inner-strength. By seeking therapy, you demonstrate your willingness to step up to new challenges. For this reason, I see great strength in everyone who contacts me, and my goal is to have you see this for yourself. For 20+ years I have helped individuals, corporations, couples, and families find solutions to both personal and interpersonal conflicts.
As a therapist, I strive to provide a safe and encouraging environment for my clients to grow. Through an open, client-centered approach I allow my patients to discover their own inner-strength. By seeking therapy, you demonstrate your willingness to step up to new challenges. For this reason, I see great strength in everyone who contacts me, and my goal is to have you see this for yourself. For 20+ years I have helped individuals, corporations, couples, and families find solutions to both personal and interpersonal conflicts.
Anxiety, loss, even unresolved trauma, can quietly narrow your world, and something fundamental seems no longer steady.
Therapy creates a space to dream again. Beneath sleep issues we often find old ways of protecting ourselves that no longer fit who we are. As these patterns loosen, the world can feel less threatening. Moments that once triggered panic or defensiveness begin to feel manageable. Sleep comes more easily and you move through the world with greater ease.
Anxiety, loss, even unresolved trauma, can quietly narrow your world, and something fundamental seems no longer steady.
Therapy creates a space to dream again. Beneath sleep issues we often find old ways of protecting ourselves that no longer fit who we are. As these patterns loosen, the world can feel less threatening. Moments that once triggered panic or defensiveness begin to feel manageable. Sleep comes more easily and you move through the world with greater ease.
If you are seeking therapy, you are taking an important step toward creating a vibrant personal and professional life. Our work will help you improve the quality of your relationships, clarify your desire, and create the circumstances to best cultivate your interests, creativity, and self-expression. We will work on freeing you from frustrating patterns that keep interfering with your ability to achieve your personal goals, such as managing your time and money, supporting your health and body-image, and cultivating a loving relationship with family, friends, and a partner.
If you are seeking therapy, you are taking an important step toward creating a vibrant personal and professional life. Our work will help you improve the quality of your relationships, clarify your desire, and create the circumstances to best cultivate your interests, creativity, and self-expression. We will work on freeing you from frustrating patterns that keep interfering with your ability to achieve your personal goals, such as managing your time and money, supporting your health and body-image, and cultivating a loving relationship with family, friends, and a partner.
People often ask me "How do you listen to people's problems all day?" I am inspired by the people I meet who often have difficult backgrounds and lives, yet are willing to work hard to grow and be happy, healthy, human beings. I am touched by their commitment and dedication to work on themselves instead of being angry, miserable people. What more important investment is there than investing time and energy in oneself?
People often ask me "How do you listen to people's problems all day?" I am inspired by the people I meet who often have difficult backgrounds and lives, yet are willing to work hard to grow and be happy, healthy, human beings. I am touched by their commitment and dedication to work on themselves instead of being angry, miserable people. What more important investment is there than investing time and energy in oneself?
You might not feel like yourself, you are overthinking, feeling insecure, struggling in your relationships, worried about others’ perception of you; and on top of that, you are trying to find a therapist that feels like a right fit.
I am warm and direct. I like to laugh, and believe humor can serve as a strength not only in therapy, but in life. I believe in a holistic and collaborative therapeutic setting; and utilize core models of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness techniques, and Emotionally-focused Therapy (EFT).
You might not feel like yourself, you are overthinking, feeling insecure, struggling in your relationships, worried about others’ perception of you; and on top of that, you are trying to find a therapist that feels like a right fit.
I am warm and direct. I like to laugh, and believe humor can serve as a strength not only in therapy, but in life. I believe in a holistic and collaborative therapeutic setting; and utilize core models of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness techniques, and Emotionally-focused Therapy (EFT).
If you’re seeking an authentic, empathetic connection to overcome challenges around anxiety, trauma, depression, or identity issues then I am here for you.
I received comprehensive DBT training under expert Andre Ivanoff through Behavioral Tech Institute. I pursue ongoing education through Yale University and Rutgers University focused on therapy for teens and adults; LGBTQ+, gay, Jewish, Israeli-affirming care, trauma, BPD, anxiety, ADHD, emotion regulation, relationships, self-esteem, and coping skills.
If you’re seeking an authentic, empathetic connection to overcome challenges around anxiety, trauma, depression, or identity issues then I am here for you.
I received comprehensive DBT training under expert Andre Ivanoff through Behavioral Tech Institute. I pursue ongoing education through Yale University and Rutgers University focused on therapy for teens and adults; LGBTQ+, gay, Jewish, Israeli-affirming care, trauma, BPD, anxiety, ADHD, emotion regulation, relationships, self-esteem, and coping skills.
She has advanced training in OCD and treats anxiety, depression, panic, phobias, trauma, eating disorders, substance use, relationship distress, burnout, perfectionism, and life transitions.
Nicole also specializes in family, couples, and sex therapy and has completed certified training in the Gottman Method. She helps partners improve communication, rebuild trust, navigate conflict, strengthen intimacy, and feel more connected. Her approach is active and skills-based, grounded in research and tailored to each relationship’s unique dynamics.
She has advanced training in OCD and treats anxiety, depression, panic, phobias, trauma, eating disorders, substance use, relationship distress, burnout, perfectionism, and life transitions.
Nicole also specializes in family, couples, and sex therapy and has completed certified training in the Gottman Method. She helps partners improve communication, rebuild trust, navigate conflict, strengthen intimacy, and feel more connected. Her approach is active and skills-based, grounded in research and tailored to each relationship’s unique dynamics.
Left unaddressed, these feelings give way to fear and resentment and hinder us from finding our true voice, pursuing our life calling, forming and keeping meaningful relationships, and experiencing joy.
You are your own best change agent. Together, we will form a therapeutic alliance to help you get to the root of your problem and lead you toward the transformation you desire. Psychoanalytically trained, I am a warm, empathic, and active listener who is fully committed to appreciating your uniqueness and to helping you live more vibrantly.
Left unaddressed, these feelings give way to fear and resentment and hinder us from finding our true voice, pursuing our life calling, forming and keeping meaningful relationships, and experiencing joy.
You are your own best change agent. Together, we will form a therapeutic alliance to help you get to the root of your problem and lead you toward the transformation you desire. Psychoanalytically trained, I am a warm, empathic, and active listener who is fully committed to appreciating your uniqueness and to helping you live more vibrantly.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, or big life changes, I offer a grounded, affirming space where healing is possible.
My approach includes a holistic understanding of how the mind, body, and spirit supports healing. I offer a liberation and trauma informed approach to healing. I primarily use a psychodynamic relational therapy style. I also support clients with a trauma informed mindfulness, interpersonal skills, somatics, CBT and EMDR.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, or big life changes, I offer a grounded, affirming space where healing is possible.
My approach includes a holistic understanding of how the mind, body, and spirit supports healing. I offer a liberation and trauma informed approach to healing. I primarily use a psychodynamic relational therapy style. I also support clients with a trauma informed mindfulness, interpersonal skills, somatics, CBT and EMDR.
Life can sometimes become so overwhelming that we feel depressed, hopeless, anxious, emotionally flooded, and confused.
My approach is psychodynamic, meaning we will make connections between past experiences & present concerns. By getting curious about unconscious parts of ourselves, we can gain insight into how they drive our lives and impede us in our goals. I offer a space to deeply explore symptoms, meaning, dreams, motivation, relationships, self-esteem & identity.
Life can sometimes become so overwhelming that we feel depressed, hopeless, anxious, emotionally flooded, and confused.
My approach is psychodynamic, meaning we will make connections between past experiences & present concerns. By getting curious about unconscious parts of ourselves, we can gain insight into how they drive our lives and impede us in our goals. I offer a space to deeply explore symptoms, meaning, dreams, motivation, relationships, self-esteem & identity.
Serving NJ, NY, CT, and MA, our practice supports individuals from all walks of life navigating depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and neurodiversity (ADHD/Autism).
We utilize a person-centered, evidence-based approach to help you uncover the underlying patterns affecting your well-being. By integrating diverse therapeutic modalities, we meet you exactly where you are, individualizing treatment to address everything from anger management to parenting and developmental support.
Serving NJ, NY, CT, and MA, our practice supports individuals from all walks of life navigating depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and neurodiversity (ADHD/Autism).
We utilize a person-centered, evidence-based approach to help you uncover the underlying patterns affecting your well-being. By integrating diverse therapeutic modalities, we meet you exactly where you are, individualizing treatment to address everything from anger management to parenting and developmental support.
Dr. John Hudesman incorporates both psychoanalytically and behaviorally oriented therapy approaches into his practice. His work has appeared in referred professional journals. He is also a Charter Member of the National Register for Health Service Providers in Psychology. Putting aside these experiences, he has come to believe that building a positive working relationship between the client and therapist is an essential component in achieving a positive outcome, regardless of the therapist's orientation. If you would like to find out more about his approach, you can contact him via the Psychology Today website.
Dr. John Hudesman incorporates both psychoanalytically and behaviorally oriented therapy approaches into his practice. His work has appeared in referred professional journals. He is also a Charter Member of the National Register for Health Service Providers in Psychology. Putting aside these experiences, he has come to believe that building a positive working relationship between the client and therapist is an essential component in achieving a positive outcome, regardless of the therapist's orientation. If you would like to find out more about his approach, you can contact him via the Psychology Today website.
Effective psychotherapy alleviates suffering, builds stronger personal and professional relationships and helps you achieve your goals and expand your capacity to live a fulfilling life. Through our work you will gain a deeper and more meaningful understanding of yourself and how you engage with others. Together we will explore what has led to the establishment of your relational patterns. Therapy works through collaboration; we work together to understand your experiences, memories and relationships in order to create change. I believe people are stronger, happier and more successful when they are connected to those around them.
Effective psychotherapy alleviates suffering, builds stronger personal and professional relationships and helps you achieve your goals and expand your capacity to live a fulfilling life. Through our work you will gain a deeper and more meaningful understanding of yourself and how you engage with others. Together we will explore what has led to the establishment of your relational patterns. Therapy works through collaboration; we work together to understand your experiences, memories and relationships in order to create change. I believe people are stronger, happier and more successful when they are connected to those around them.
As kids we learn reading and math yet not how to handle troubling feelings of fear, sadness, anger, and shame.
I earned my MSW at Columbia University and trained as a Gestalt therapist. I've successfully treated lack of self-worth, depression, anxiety, addictions, emotional and sexual abuse, relationship issues, twins, artists and creativity, grieving, disability, retirement and living in the dying process. I see adolescents, adults, elderly, LGBTQ clients and couples.
As kids we learn reading and math yet not how to handle troubling feelings of fear, sadness, anger, and shame.
I earned my MSW at Columbia University and trained as a Gestalt therapist. I've successfully treated lack of self-worth, depression, anxiety, addictions, emotional and sexual abuse, relationship issues, twins, artists and creativity, grieving, disability, retirement and living in the dying process. I see adolescents, adults, elderly, LGBTQ clients and couples.
My areas of expertise include health-related concerns, adult and aging issues, stress management, anxiety, mood disorders (such as depression), trauma, cultural diversity, and life transitions and adjustment.
Hello and welcome! I am Dr. Maria Cristina Cintrón Laboy, a bicultural and bilingual Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of New York, fluent in both English and Spanish. I have over 20 years of postgraduate experience in psychotherapy, psychological assessment, diagnosis, and the treatment of a wide range of mental health conditions. My approach is integrative and client-centered, incorporating evidence-based techniques from various therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Together, with your active participation, we will develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs and goals.
My areas of expertise include health-related concerns, adult and aging issues, stress management, anxiety, mood disorders (such as depression), trauma, cultural diversity, and life transitions and adjustment.
Hello and welcome! I am Dr. Maria Cristina Cintrón Laboy, a bicultural and bilingual Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of New York, fluent in both English and Spanish. I have over 20 years of postgraduate experience in psychotherapy, psychological assessment, diagnosis, and the treatment of a wide range of mental health conditions. My approach is integrative and client-centered, incorporating evidence-based techniques from various therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Together, with your active participation, we will develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs and goals.
I specialize in treatment of depression and anxiety, as well as couples and family therapy.
I believe in using a holistic approach to therapy, drawing from various methods depending on the specific needs of each client. My compassionate and easily adaptable nature allows me to connect with others and develop trusting bonds with my clients. I use a systemic approach basic in curiosity and compassion to help you make meaningful change.
I specialize in treatment of depression and anxiety, as well as couples and family therapy.
I believe in using a holistic approach to therapy, drawing from various methods depending on the specific needs of each client. My compassionate and easily adaptable nature allows me to connect with others and develop trusting bonds with my clients. I use a systemic approach basic in curiosity and compassion to help you make meaningful change.
As a bilingual, multicultural therapist, I provide therapy to individuals and couples from a wide range of cultural and social backgrounds, including Latino/Latinx/Latine, Millennial, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ communities. I offer an affirming, client-centered telehealth practice for residents of New York, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Florida.
As a bilingual, multicultural therapist, I provide therapy to individuals and couples from a wide range of cultural and social backgrounds, including Latino/Latinx/Latine, Millennial, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ communities. I offer an affirming, client-centered telehealth practice for residents of New York, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Florida.
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Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.