Anxiety Therapists in New York, NY

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Joseph Kaiser
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
My areas of practice include anger/stress management, anxiety, OCD, couples counseling/relationship issues, and LGBTQ issues.
My approaches to therapy involve Mindfulness, CBT, and Solution Focused Therapy as well as The Gottman Approach to Communication Skills with Couples. I encourage clients to take as much time as needed to reflect on issues; even if this means taking several meetings to develop insight into situations.
My areas of practice include anger/stress management, anxiety, OCD, couples counseling/relationship issues, and LGBTQ issues.
My approaches to therapy involve Mindfulness, CBT, and Solution Focused Therapy as well as The Gottman Approach to Communication Skills with Couples. I encourage clients to take as much time as needed to reflect on issues; even if this means taking several meetings to develop insight into situations.
(914) 567-4240 View (914) 567-4240
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Elizabeth Spitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10028
Have you been feeling worried, overwhelmed, or stuck lately?
I can help you conquer your anxiety, stop overthinking, manage ADHD, improve self-confidence, overcome social anxiety, learn to challenge self-defeating thought patterns, and identify tangible steps you can take to reach your goals. Together we can push past whatever is getting in the way of a happier, more confident you.
Have you been feeling worried, overwhelmed, or stuck lately?
I can help you conquer your anxiety, stop overthinking, manage ADHD, improve self-confidence, overcome social anxiety, learn to challenge self-defeating thought patterns, and identify tangible steps you can take to reach your goals. Together we can push past whatever is getting in the way of a happier, more confident you.
(646) 860-0880 View (646) 860-0880
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Cara L Macari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
New York, NY 10010
Additionally I support older teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, emotion regulation or perfectionism.
My expertise encompasses the evaluation and treatment of mood and anxiety disorders. I am passionate about supporting clients in areas of enhancing flexibility, coping with difficult emotions, grief, perfectionism and enhancing connected relationships. I maintain a holistic approach that underscores the connection between physical and emotional well being.
Additionally I support older teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, emotion regulation or perfectionism.
My expertise encompasses the evaluation and treatment of mood and anxiety disorders. I am passionate about supporting clients in areas of enhancing flexibility, coping with difficult emotions, grief, perfectionism and enhancing connected relationships. I maintain a holistic approach that underscores the connection between physical and emotional well being.
(929) 493-4350 View (929) 493-4350
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Elena Covo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
I work with individuals dealing with body image issues, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and trauma.
Seeking therapy, or asking for help is not an easy step. And yet, if you are here, it is probably because you are looking for some answers, guidance, and a trustful environment where you can talk about whatever difficult situation you are going through. By taking the first step, you are showing courage and together we can help you learn to embrace your individual strengths to better cope with life hardships. In a warm, safe, and empathetic environment, I help people gain confidence, identify negative patterns, feel more in control of their own lives, and get a better understanding of what they want for themselves.
I work with individuals dealing with body image issues, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and trauma.
Seeking therapy, or asking for help is not an easy step. And yet, if you are here, it is probably because you are looking for some answers, guidance, and a trustful environment where you can talk about whatever difficult situation you are going through. By taking the first step, you are showing courage and together we can help you learn to embrace your individual strengths to better cope with life hardships. In a warm, safe, and empathetic environment, I help people gain confidence, identify negative patterns, feel more in control of their own lives, and get a better understanding of what they want for themselves.
(646) 859-1192 View (646) 859-1192
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Juan Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, L, C, S, W
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
In practice, I am seen as a supportive, personable and relatable therapist who can support and normalize emotional responses to a multitude of challenges including relationships dynamics, family conflicts, LGBTQ, gender identity and Trans attractions, depression, anxiety and issues concerning race relations.
With over a decade of clinical experience, utilizing a myriad of treatment modalities (such as CBT, EMDR, Family Systems and AEDP ), I am confident that in partnership, we can achieve the goals that you set forth. Whether Individual or family, together we will identify challenges and the processes needed to support the changes that you desire.
In practice, I am seen as a supportive, personable and relatable therapist who can support and normalize emotional responses to a multitude of challenges including relationships dynamics, family conflicts, LGBTQ, gender identity and Trans attractions, depression, anxiety and issues concerning race relations.
With over a decade of clinical experience, utilizing a myriad of treatment modalities (such as CBT, EMDR, Family Systems and AEDP ), I am confident that in partnership, we can achieve the goals that you set forth. Whether Individual or family, together we will identify challenges and the processes needed to support the changes that you desire.
(917) 997-1247 View (917) 997-1247
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Jerisel Jimenez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10019
Within her practice, she has supported clients facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, perfectionism, and issues in relationships and family dynamics.
In Jerisel's approach, collaboration plays a pivotal role. Whether navigating relationships or in search of relief, Jerisel fosters a secure environment to delve into one's experiences for personal growth. The focus is on working together to foster resilience, elevate self-awareness, and lay the groundwork for healthier relationships.
Within her practice, she has supported clients facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, perfectionism, and issues in relationships and family dynamics.
In Jerisel's approach, collaboration plays a pivotal role. Whether navigating relationships or in search of relief, Jerisel fosters a secure environment to delve into one's experiences for personal growth. The focus is on working together to foster resilience, elevate self-awareness, and lay the groundwork for healthier relationships.
(646) 722-4675 View (646) 722-4675
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Saviana Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10004
Are your ways of managing stress, anxiety, or depression no longer working as they once did?
I specialize in treating anxiety and depression that often stem from relationship difficulties, career indecision, family of origin challenges, and significant life changes. We will work together to understand how your life experiences have shaped your coping skills, which ones continue to work, and which ones you may want to adapt to better serve you.
Are your ways of managing stress, anxiety, or depression no longer working as they once did?
I specialize in treating anxiety and depression that often stem from relationship difficulties, career indecision, family of origin challenges, and significant life changes. We will work together to understand how your life experiences have shaped your coping skills, which ones continue to work, and which ones you may want to adapt to better serve you.
(646) 439-0412 View (646) 439-0412
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Nicole Pensak
Psychologist, PhD
New York, NY 10028
She treats adults and adolescents with many conditions including anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship issues, and coping with illness.
My goal is to help you reduce your symptoms of anxiety, depression, postpartum, OCD, and trauma. I tailor treatment to your unique needs, and when appropriate provide evidence-based therapy such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP). If you're a new mom experiencing postpartum I'm here to help.
She treats adults and adolescents with many conditions including anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship issues, and coping with illness.
My goal is to help you reduce your symptoms of anxiety, depression, postpartum, OCD, and trauma. I tailor treatment to your unique needs, and when appropriate provide evidence-based therapy such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP). If you're a new mom experiencing postpartum I'm here to help.
(646) 687-3095 View (646) 687-3095
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Fien Bosiers
Pre-Licensed Professional, Fien Bosiers, MA, Coach
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10012
​If you find yourself longing to change the way you communicate within your family, wish your kids would stop fighting, worry about dynamics at home or just want the extra support, I am here to help.
I am licensed in Belgium as a Clinical Psychologist and hold a certificate in parent-infant psychoanalysis from Columbia University. I am a certified Parent Coach and aim to equip parents with more support, patience, and resilience while fostering compassion, understanding and autonomy.
​If you find yourself longing to change the way you communicate within your family, wish your kids would stop fighting, worry about dynamics at home or just want the extra support, I am here to help.
I am licensed in Belgium as a Clinical Psychologist and hold a certificate in parent-infant psychoanalysis from Columbia University. I am a certified Parent Coach and aim to equip parents with more support, patience, and resilience while fostering compassion, understanding and autonomy.
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Kathryn Sullivan
Psychologist, PhD
New York, NY 10280
She specializes in treating anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), ADHD, depression, and difficulties with emotional regulation.
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.
She specializes in treating anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), ADHD, depression, and difficulties with emotional regulation.
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.
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Peter T Haugen
Psychologist, PhD
12 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
In my experience, few individuals come to therapy feeling that a diagnosis adequately captures their difficulties, hopes, and fears.
Finding new, adaptive ways to live is an essential part of treatment with me: self-awareness should be accompanied by improvement in symptoms. I do my best to facilitate a collaborative learning process by which you can discover your own truths and make good use of them.
In my experience, few individuals come to therapy feeling that a diagnosis adequately captures their difficulties, hopes, and fears.
Finding new, adaptive ways to live is an essential part of treatment with me: self-awareness should be accompanied by improvement in symptoms. I do my best to facilitate a collaborative learning process by which you can discover your own truths and make good use of them.
(347) 252-6972 View (347) 252-6972
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Ranjana Hari
Psychologist, PsyD, NCSP
New York, NY 10065
These approaches are highly effective in treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, relationship issues, and low self-esteem.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
These approaches are highly effective in treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, relationship issues, and low self-esteem.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
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Doriel Jacov At Bhava Therapy Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, LMSW
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
I work with adults, teenagers, and couples with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, shame, grief, history of abuse, and questions around gender and sexuality.
My approach is mainly psychodynamic. I also incorporate IFS, somatics, dreamwork, and other modalities as needed. Over time, we will try to uncover the ways your past and present are linked, and how conscious and unconscious thoughts, feelings, and conflicts may shape your experience. We will also try to understand how culture and environment play a role.
I work with adults, teenagers, and couples with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, shame, grief, history of abuse, and questions around gender and sexuality.
My approach is mainly psychodynamic. I also incorporate IFS, somatics, dreamwork, and other modalities as needed. Over time, we will try to uncover the ways your past and present are linked, and how conscious and unconscious thoughts, feelings, and conflicts may shape your experience. We will also try to understand how culture and environment play a role.
(929) 209-2514 x1 View (929) 209-2514 x1
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Amber Hamilton
Counselor, LMHC
New York, NY 10016
I specialize in helping clients navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and stress management.
My approach is collaborative and always tailored to your unique needs. I incorporate evidence-based techniques, creative strategies, and gentle challenges to support lasting change. I place a strong emphasis on empowerment and goal-setting, helping you overcome obstacles and build a life that feels purposeful and aligned with your values.
I specialize in helping clients navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and stress management.
My approach is collaborative and always tailored to your unique needs. I incorporate evidence-based techniques, creative strategies, and gentle challenges to support lasting change. I place a strong emphasis on empowerment and goal-setting, helping you overcome obstacles and build a life that feels purposeful and aligned with your values.
(347) 913-8679 View (347) 913-8679
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Chloe Marie Lucas
Psychologist, PhD
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I have over a decade of experience treating depression, anxiety, complicated grief, and trauma in adults from ages 18 to nearly 100 from diverse backgrounds.
My style as a psychologist is warm, personal and compassionate. I am trained in wide variety of therapeutic techniques including Psychoanalytic/Humanistic. I combine these techniques and tailor treatments towards the goal created collaboratively with each individual. I work with seniors coping with life transitions related to loneliness and reduced mobility.
I have over a decade of experience treating depression, anxiety, complicated grief, and trauma in adults from ages 18 to nearly 100 from diverse backgrounds.
My style as a psychologist is warm, personal and compassionate. I am trained in wide variety of therapeutic techniques including Psychoanalytic/Humanistic. I combine these techniques and tailor treatments towards the goal created collaboratively with each individual. I work with seniors coping with life transitions related to loneliness and reduced mobility.
(929) 335-2147 View (929) 335-2147
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Sandra Feist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
New York, NY 10023
Anxiety, relationship problems, past trauma, even positive job or life changes can weigh us down so that we lose sight of the true joys that surround us.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Solution-focused methods. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, identity issues, LGBT issues, relationship conflicts, work issues, and life changes of all kinds.
Anxiety, relationship problems, past trauma, even positive job or life changes can weigh us down so that we lose sight of the true joys that surround us.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Solution-focused methods. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, identity issues, LGBT issues, relationship conflicts, work issues, and life changes of all kinds.
(347) 897-5356 View (347) 897-5356
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Sarah Bench
Psychologist, PhD
New York, NY 10022
The students I work with typically struggle with anxiety and depression, learning and attention difficulties, and relationships.
I work from an interpersonal perspective, which is insight-oriented so that you gain a better understanding of yourself, your history and the patterns in relationships that can leave you stuck. I also use cognitive-behavioral strategies to help you set and achieve goals, and to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression.
The students I work with typically struggle with anxiety and depression, learning and attention difficulties, and relationships.
I work from an interpersonal perspective, which is insight-oriented so that you gain a better understanding of yourself, your history and the patterns in relationships that can leave you stuck. I also use cognitive-behavioral strategies to help you set and achieve goals, and to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression.
(917) 809-7928 View (917) 809-7928
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Paul Geovani Bonilla Jaime
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My expertise extends to managing anxiety, depression, enhancing self-esteem, and processing individual and relational trauma.
Finding it challenging to connect with yourself or your loved ones? Perhaps daily stressors are taking a toll on your well-being? As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am here to walk with you on a path of exploration and growth. Whether you're an individual seeking personal development or a couple navigating the complexities of your relationship, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.In working with couples, I focus on identifying strengths and improving communication while addressing concerns such as infidelity, conflict resolution and cultural differences.For individuals, a safe space for exploring concerns.
My expertise extends to managing anxiety, depression, enhancing self-esteem, and processing individual and relational trauma.
Finding it challenging to connect with yourself or your loved ones? Perhaps daily stressors are taking a toll on your well-being? As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am here to walk with you on a path of exploration and growth. Whether you're an individual seeking personal development or a couple navigating the complexities of your relationship, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.In working with couples, I focus on identifying strengths and improving communication while addressing concerns such as infidelity, conflict resolution and cultural differences.For individuals, a safe space for exploring concerns.
(929) 339-1647 View (929) 339-1647
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Jami Palladino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I have worked with a wide range of clients on diverse issues including anxiety, coping skills, depression, grief, stress, relationship issues, substance abuse, and trauma & PTSD, amongst others.
I am understanding, empathetic, warm, and compassionate. My approach is person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-focused. I also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology.
I have worked with a wide range of clients on diverse issues including anxiety, coping skills, depression, grief, stress, relationship issues, substance abuse, and trauma & PTSD, amongst others.
I am understanding, empathetic, warm, and compassionate. My approach is person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-focused. I also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology.
(347) 338-6913 View (347) 338-6913
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Dominique White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
New York, NY 10016
The thought of weight restoration is daunting, and you're constantly worried about how others see you.
What you truly want is to feel confident and at ease in your own skin. You aspire to have a healthy relationship with food, set and achieve goals that aren't tied to your body image, and feel comfortable socializing without self-doubt. You long to manage tough emotions with resilience and grace.
The thought of weight restoration is daunting, and you're constantly worried about how others see you.
What you truly want is to feel confident and at ease in your own skin. You aspire to have a healthy relationship with food, set and achieve goals that aren't tied to your body image, and feel comfortable socializing without self-doubt. You long to manage tough emotions with resilience and grace.
(646) 362-6844 View (646) 362-6844

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Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments 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.

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.

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.