Attachment-based Therapists in New York, NY
If you’re feeling anxious, stuck, or overwhelmed, I help adults in New York state navigate anxiety, OCD, stress, and life transitions using practical, results-driven, evidence-based therapy. I specialize in treating anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), with advanced training in structured, evidence-based approaches from an inpatient setting. My background in mental health crisis management, emergency medicine, and work with incarcerated youth in New York City allows me to support clients through both everyday stress and high-intensity challenges with clarity, structure, and compassion.”
If you’re feeling anxious, stuck, or overwhelmed, I help adults in New York state navigate anxiety, OCD, stress, and life transitions using practical, results-driven, evidence-based therapy. I specialize in treating anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), with advanced training in structured, evidence-based approaches from an inpatient setting. My background in mental health crisis management, emergency medicine, and work with incarcerated youth in New York City allows me to support clients through both everyday stress and high-intensity challenges with clarity, structure, and compassion.”
Welcome. Most people don't suddenly become anxious, disconnected, or stuck. These experiences build over time—shaped by family, culture, relationships, and the ways you've learned to adapt and manage. I founded Montclair Counseling Collective because therapy works best when the relationship feels right. Our clinicians are warm, direct, and grounded in psychodynamic, relational approaches. We're trauma-informed and culturally responsive. We take time to match you with someone who gets your story—your background, your culture, what matters to you. Therapy offers space to pause and understand what's underneath.
Welcome. Most people don't suddenly become anxious, disconnected, or stuck. These experiences build over time—shaped by family, culture, relationships, and the ways you've learned to adapt and manage. I founded Montclair Counseling Collective because therapy works best when the relationship feels right. Our clinicians are warm, direct, and grounded in psychodynamic, relational approaches. We're trauma-informed and culturally responsive. We take time to match you with someone who gets your story—your background, your culture, what matters to you. Therapy offers space to pause and understand what's underneath.
Many clients come to therapy feeling trapped in roles or relationships that no longer serve them — a marriage, a career, even parenthood — unsure how to feel fully alive again. When responsibility, long-held expectations, and deeply rooted beliefs become consuming, it is easy to lose touch with one’s voice, body, and sense of self.
Many clients come to therapy feeling trapped in roles or relationships that no longer serve them — a marriage, a career, even parenthood — unsure how to feel fully alive again. When responsibility, long-held expectations, and deeply rooted beliefs become consuming, it is easy to lose touch with one’s voice, body, and sense of self.
Are you seeking to understand long-held patterns that you aren't sure why you keep repeating? Are you looking to do deeper work, and get to the root? Are you seeking support as you try to navigate difficult interpersonal relationships or work challenges? Are you going through a difficult life change and unsure of where to turn? Are you feeling taken advantage of and seeking to strengthen boundaries? I would love to help you discover more about yourself and support you in the process. My style is warm, open and interactive. I view the therapy relationship as a partnership, and together we can work toward your goals.
Are you seeking to understand long-held patterns that you aren't sure why you keep repeating? Are you looking to do deeper work, and get to the root? Are you seeking support as you try to navigate difficult interpersonal relationships or work challenges? Are you going through a difficult life change and unsure of where to turn? Are you feeling taken advantage of and seeking to strengthen boundaries? I would love to help you discover more about yourself and support you in the process. My style is warm, open and interactive. I view the therapy relationship as a partnership, and together we can work toward your goals.
Feeling overwhelmed & dysregulated, stuck in unsatisfying relationships and unsure how to break free? I am a licensed psychologist & relationship specialist with almost 20 years of experience helping people improve their relationships, alleviate anxiety, and create a greater sense of meaning in their lives. Together, we'll develop practical solutions & build emotional regulation skills that will help you feel more fulfilled and better equipped to handle life's challenges.
Feeling overwhelmed & dysregulated, stuck in unsatisfying relationships and unsure how to break free? I am a licensed psychologist & relationship specialist with almost 20 years of experience helping people improve their relationships, alleviate anxiety, and create a greater sense of meaning in their lives. Together, we'll develop practical solutions & build emotional regulation skills that will help you feel more fulfilled and better equipped to handle life's challenges.
I believe everyone has a unique story to tell, and every person a desire to be seen and understood. Therapy can be a space that allows for those things to unfold. There are many reasons to seek therapy. Sometimes it is to deal with long-standing psychological issues, or in response to changes in one’s life, or to make sense of things in times of great stress. Working with a therapist can help provide insight, support, and strategies to help deal with all types of life challenges, whether long-standing or just emerging.
I believe everyone has a unique story to tell, and every person a desire to be seen and understood. Therapy can be a space that allows for those things to unfold. There are many reasons to seek therapy. Sometimes it is to deal with long-standing psychological issues, or in response to changes in one’s life, or to make sense of things in times of great stress. Working with a therapist can help provide insight, support, and strategies to help deal with all types of life challenges, whether long-standing or just emerging.
The best kind of therapy will help you feel more alive to yourself and open to the world. In my practice, I have seen countless people change their lives through therapy. I'm deeply invested in understanding why you're in my office today—whether due to dispiriting relationships, self-destructive habits, or a bleak self-image. At the same time, I will also help you locate the most capable and resourceful parts of your identity. My style is warm, curious but also candid and direct. I trust that my patients have come to me because they can handle (and need) honesty.
The best kind of therapy will help you feel more alive to yourself and open to the world. In my practice, I have seen countless people change their lives through therapy. I'm deeply invested in understanding why you're in my office today—whether due to dispiriting relationships, self-destructive habits, or a bleak self-image. At the same time, I will also help you locate the most capable and resourceful parts of your identity. My style is warm, curious but also candid and direct. I trust that my patients have come to me because they can handle (and need) honesty.
As a trauma-informed and social justice-oriented therapist, I offer culturally responsive counseling specializing working with women of color and/or athletes. I provide evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, chronic stress, and relational trauma. I support clients navigating systemic oppression, athletic burnout, complex relationships, and occupational stress. Together, we will work toward mental wellness in a dedicated, inclusive space.
As a trauma-informed and social justice-oriented therapist, I offer culturally responsive counseling specializing working with women of color and/or athletes. I provide evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, chronic stress, and relational trauma. I support clients navigating systemic oppression, athletic burnout, complex relationships, and occupational stress. Together, we will work toward mental wellness in a dedicated, inclusive space.
I'm a psychodynamic therapist who navigates my clinical work from a curious, mindful, anti-oppressive, and anti-racist stance. I am unapologetically neuro-affirming and provide a validating space for all LGBTQIA+ folks. My therapy style is collaborative and engaging. It’s a back-and-forth conversation about what is and isn't serving you. I specialize in neurodiversity (ASD, ADHD, etc), perinatal mental health, complex trauma, parenting, and attachment. I enjoy working with people brand new to therapy, anyone healing from trauma or attachment wounds, and everything else in between.
I'm a psychodynamic therapist who navigates my clinical work from a curious, mindful, anti-oppressive, and anti-racist stance. I am unapologetically neuro-affirming and provide a validating space for all LGBTQIA+ folks. My therapy style is collaborative and engaging. It’s a back-and-forth conversation about what is and isn't serving you. I specialize in neurodiversity (ASD, ADHD, etc), perinatal mental health, complex trauma, parenting, and attachment. I enjoy working with people brand new to therapy, anyone healing from trauma or attachment wounds, and everything else in between.
For me, being a therapist means being a collaborative partner with clients. My primary goal is to establish genuine relationships with others in order to undo aloneness and create safety. I aim to join people as they explore, navigate, and make meaning of the challenges and joys that they experience. Throughout this journey, I support them in discovering their most authentic selves by facilitating connection to their core emotions. I enjoy working with clients across the lifespan, and connect well with those who are feeling stuck in symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship/familial conflict, and identity formation.
For me, being a therapist means being a collaborative partner with clients. My primary goal is to establish genuine relationships with others in order to undo aloneness and create safety. I aim to join people as they explore, navigate, and make meaning of the challenges and joys that they experience. Throughout this journey, I support them in discovering their most authentic selves by facilitating connection to their core emotions. I enjoy working with clients across the lifespan, and connect well with those who are feeling stuck in symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship/familial conflict, and identity formation.
I have experience working with Survivors of sexual and gender-based violence, PTSD/trauma processing, mood disorders, suicidality, and complexities of infidelity. I am passionate about working with first responders as a former paramedic myself, and also work as a Crisis Intervention Clinician specializing in stabilization of acute crises.
I have experience working with Survivors of sexual and gender-based violence, PTSD/trauma processing, mood disorders, suicidality, and complexities of infidelity. I am passionate about working with first responders as a former paramedic myself, and also work as a Crisis Intervention Clinician specializing in stabilization of acute crises.
Hey, Welcome! I'm Brittany a Christian-based therapist with over 10 years of experience supporting high-achieving women as they navigate professional, personal, and spiritual demands. I help clients build confidence, strengthen self-esteem, improve communication, and cultivate healthy relationships while managing stress, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach integrates cognitive behavioral and insight oriented approaches with Christian-based principles, empowering women to honor their beliefs while creating balance, growth, and a more fulfilling quality of life.
Hey, Welcome! I'm Brittany a Christian-based therapist with over 10 years of experience supporting high-achieving women as they navigate professional, personal, and spiritual demands. I help clients build confidence, strengthen self-esteem, improve communication, and cultivate healthy relationships while managing stress, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach integrates cognitive behavioral and insight oriented approaches with Christian-based principles, empowering women to honor their beliefs while creating balance, growth, and a more fulfilling quality of life.
My approach is warm, empathic and dynamic. My intention is to hold space for self-exploration, safety and a healing container for growth. I subscribe to the philosophy that, “The body is a source of profound wisdom.” I believe a safe space is essential as we create room to explore the complexity of your journey - the curated parts and the beauty of vulnerability.
My approach is warm, empathic and dynamic. My intention is to hold space for self-exploration, safety and a healing container for growth. I subscribe to the philosophy that, “The body is a source of profound wisdom.” I believe a safe space is essential as we create room to explore the complexity of your journey - the curated parts and the beauty of vulnerability.
Therapy is an opportunity for healing and growth. Together we understand how your past impacts your current day relationships and various aspects of your life. We develop insight into your relationship patterns that may hold you back from what you want; meaningful and secure relationships and how to be more productive at work.Symptoms will diminish and confidence will increase as you feel more empowered and in control in understanding your life, which helps you make the changes that held you back.I work with children, teens, adults,couples & families.
Therapy is an opportunity for healing and growth. Together we understand how your past impacts your current day relationships and various aspects of your life. We develop insight into your relationship patterns that may hold you back from what you want; meaningful and secure relationships and how to be more productive at work.Symptoms will diminish and confidence will increase as you feel more empowered and in control in understanding your life, which helps you make the changes that held you back.I work with children, teens, adults,couples & families.
A warm, honest environment empowers my clients to get curious about themselves, confront anxieties and emotions, and expand perspectives to feel more integrated and whole. I believe in building a trusting, collaborative therapeutic relationship for you to be seen and heard. Together, we’ll uncover your needs, process experiences, and develop the toolbox that helps you more authentically relate to yourself and the world around you. I work with individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, adult ADHD, and mood concerns in navigating life transitions, self-esteem difficulties, relational concerns, and identity issues.
A warm, honest environment empowers my clients to get curious about themselves, confront anxieties and emotions, and expand perspectives to feel more integrated and whole. I believe in building a trusting, collaborative therapeutic relationship for you to be seen and heard. Together, we’ll uncover your needs, process experiences, and develop the toolbox that helps you more authentically relate to yourself and the world around you. I work with individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, adult ADHD, and mood concerns in navigating life transitions, self-esteem difficulties, relational concerns, and identity issues.
Erin Lien is a bilingual (English/Mandarin) social worker with experience working with adult individuals and couples. She uses a trauma-informed, collaborative approach in her work with clients to find clarity in navigating the human experience. She believes that therapy is an investment in yourself to find the understanding needed to move about the world with greater ease and a sense of peace, and to be more intentional in your relationship with yourself and those around you.
Erin Lien is a bilingual (English/Mandarin) social worker with experience working with adult individuals and couples. She uses a trauma-informed, collaborative approach in her work with clients to find clarity in navigating the human experience. She believes that therapy is an investment in yourself to find the understanding needed to move about the world with greater ease and a sense of peace, and to be more intentional in your relationship with yourself and those around you.
Jennifer Abcug LCSW: Life Transitions NYC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CBT-I, MMT
Online Only
"What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" asked the poet, Mary Oliver. I've been thinking about this every day since the first time I read it. It's some question, isn't it? Sometimes it inspires me. Sometimes it frightens me. Since it always challenges me, I've rooted my practice philosophy in it. It's kind of like the adult version of “what do you want to be when you grow up”? How in the world do we answer that?
"What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" asked the poet, Mary Oliver. I've been thinking about this every day since the first time I read it. It's some question, isn't it? Sometimes it inspires me. Sometimes it frightens me. Since it always challenges me, I've rooted my practice philosophy in it. It's kind of like the adult version of “what do you want to be when you grow up”? How in the world do we answer that?
I work with adults of all ages and backgrounds navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, OCD, perfectionism, and the lasting impact of family-of-origin experiences. Many of my clients feel disconnected from themselves, stuck in patterns of people-pleasing or self-criticism, or unsure how to fully understand and trust their own emotions and needs. My approach to therapy is relational, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that healing happens in spaces where people feel safe, understood, and free from judgment. Clients often tell me they feel seen and comfortable bringing their full selves to our work together.
I work with adults of all ages and backgrounds navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, OCD, perfectionism, and the lasting impact of family-of-origin experiences. Many of my clients feel disconnected from themselves, stuck in patterns of people-pleasing or self-criticism, or unsure how to fully understand and trust their own emotions and needs. My approach to therapy is relational, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that healing happens in spaces where people feel safe, understood, and free from judgment. Clients often tell me they feel seen and comfortable bringing their full selves to our work together.
“Someone I loved once gave me a box of darkness. It took years to realize that this, too, was a gift.”-Mary Oliver / My belief is that healing takes place in relationships. As your therapist, I hope that the journey we embark on together through your story will provide a solid foundation for healing, growth, and positive change. My specialties include working with attachment, trauma, anxiety and depression, grief, chronic illness, and relationship issues, and with a myriad of populations. I am experienced working with individuals, couples, and family systems.
“Someone I loved once gave me a box of darkness. It took years to realize that this, too, was a gift.”-Mary Oliver / My belief is that healing takes place in relationships. As your therapist, I hope that the journey we embark on together through your story will provide a solid foundation for healing, growth, and positive change. My specialties include working with attachment, trauma, anxiety and depression, grief, chronic illness, and relationship issues, and with a myriad of populations. I am experienced working with individuals, couples, and family systems.
In my practice, I believe that the most profound work happens when you feel truly seen and understood without judgment. I work with individuals who feel like they are constantly navigating a world that wasn't built for them; whether that’s due to the weight of past trauma, the daily "static" of ADHD, or the heavy, cycling exhaustion of anxiety and depression.
In my practice, I believe that the most profound work happens when you feel truly seen and understood without judgment. I work with individuals who feel like they are constantly navigating a world that wasn't built for them; whether that’s due to the weight of past trauma, the daily "static" of ADHD, or the heavy, cycling exhaustion of anxiety and depression.
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Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.