Couples Counseling Therapists in New York, NY
I am deeply committed to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's most painful journeys and realizations.
As a dedicated, nurturing, and compassionate therapist, I aim to support you toward thriving relationships, greater self-esteem, and personal growth. I specialize in helping you navigate complex and sometimes toxic relationships, feelings of betrayal, shame, guilt, trauma, self-doubt, self-criticism, and anxiety. LGBTQI+, Jewish, and intermarriage issues.
I am deeply committed to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's most painful journeys and realizations.
As a dedicated, nurturing, and compassionate therapist, I aim to support you toward thriving relationships, greater self-esteem, and personal growth. I specialize in helping you navigate complex and sometimes toxic relationships, feelings of betrayal, shame, guilt, trauma, self-doubt, self-criticism, and anxiety. LGBTQI+, Jewish, and intermarriage issues.
Arthur J. McGrath
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST, BCN, MPA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10019
I can help with communication, relationship issues, anxiety, depression and attention issues.
I work with men and women 18 or older in individual or couple sessions. My expertise is in the challenges of relationships, work, trauma and EMDR, Neurofeedback and sex therapy and infertility. MEN : Specialize in working with men struggling with relationship intimacy, loneliness, sexual problems and issues where you feel "stuck".
I can help with communication, relationship issues, anxiety, depression and attention issues.
I work with men and women 18 or older in individual or couple sessions. My expertise is in the challenges of relationships, work, trauma and EMDR, Neurofeedback and sex therapy and infertility. MEN : Specialize in working with men struggling with relationship intimacy, loneliness, sexual problems and issues where you feel "stuck".
I take an empathic approach to therapy and believe in the importance of the relationship between the client and the therapist.
I am a psychotherapist with a firm background in many kinds of therapy, including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and psychoanalytic. I have 15 years of post-master's level clinical experience, including work in the psychiatric unit at Bellevue Hospital, am psychoanalytically trained, and have a private practice on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.
I take an empathic approach to therapy and believe in the importance of the relationship between the client and the therapist.
I am a psychotherapist with a firm background in many kinds of therapy, including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and psychoanalytic. I have 15 years of post-master's level clinical experience, including work in the psychiatric unit at Bellevue Hospital, am psychoanalytically trained, and have a private practice on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.
I am a psychodynamically trained psychotherapist and a University of Michigan-trained sex therapist with additional training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT).
Relationships and sex are not easy to talk about, so I create a safe, non-judgmental place for these rich and intimate conversations. I see clients who are struggling with intimacy issues, sexual dysfunction or pain, discrepant desire, Out of Control Sexual Behavior, concerns about dating, or navigating non-traditional relationships. I offer a sex-positive, collaborative approach and I have a special interest in eroticism and enhancing sexual experiences. I am an LGBTQ- and kink- affirmative clinician. My passion and training have been focused on helping people to connect with each other to create satisfying relationships.
I am a psychodynamically trained psychotherapist and a University of Michigan-trained sex therapist with additional training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT).
Relationships and sex are not easy to talk about, so I create a safe, non-judgmental place for these rich and intimate conversations. I see clients who are struggling with intimacy issues, sexual dysfunction or pain, discrepant desire, Out of Control Sexual Behavior, concerns about dating, or navigating non-traditional relationships. I offer a sex-positive, collaborative approach and I have a special interest in eroticism and enhancing sexual experiences. I am an LGBTQ- and kink- affirmative clinician. My passion and training have been focused on helping people to connect with each other to create satisfying relationships.
My practice includes Individual, Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling and Family Therapy as well as Life Coaching, Career Coaching as well as Executive Coaching services.
RELATIONSHIP ENHANCEMENT and INFIDELITY is area of special expertise, while special intervention is designed particularly for INTERRACIAL & MULTI-CULTURAL RELATIONSHIPS. Other issues I work with include anger management, self esteem, emotional intelligence, marital issues, career and life transitions as well as addressing all types of relationship problems.
My practice includes Individual, Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling and Family Therapy as well as Life Coaching, Career Coaching as well as Executive Coaching services.
RELATIONSHIP ENHANCEMENT and INFIDELITY is area of special expertise, while special intervention is designed particularly for INTERRACIAL & MULTI-CULTURAL RELATIONSHIPS. Other issues I work with include anger management, self esteem, emotional intelligence, marital issues, career and life transitions as well as addressing all types of relationship problems.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, family conflict, or major life transitions—breakups, divorce, parenthood, career shifts, or illness—you don’t have to face it alone.
I work with individuals and couples to break free from the patterns that keep you stuck. Through compassionate, hands-on engagement and personalized strategies, we’ll create lasting change, build emotional resilience, and improve relationships. My goal is to help you live with confidence, reduce stress, and achieve a more fulfilling, harmonious life.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, family conflict, or major life transitions—breakups, divorce, parenthood, career shifts, or illness—you don’t have to face it alone.
I work with individuals and couples to break free from the patterns that keep you stuck. Through compassionate, hands-on engagement and personalized strategies, we’ll create lasting change, build emotional resilience, and improve relationships. My goal is to help you live with confidence, reduce stress, and achieve a more fulfilling, harmonious life.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, relationship issues, and various mental health concerns that impact overall well-being.
I use a client-centered and strength-based approach to empower clients on their journey toward self-awareness and growth. I also use a range of therapeutic interventions from various therapy models such as CBT, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). However, these interventions are personalized to my client's unique goals.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, relationship issues, and various mental health concerns that impact overall well-being.
I use a client-centered and strength-based approach to empower clients on their journey toward self-awareness and growth. I also use a range of therapeutic interventions from various therapy models such as CBT, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). However, these interventions are personalized to my client's unique goals.
Are you needing help with creating a new relationship, or ending an old one?
The decision to start therapy is personal and courageous and not always easy. Everyone goes through times when they feel more stressed out, angry, anxious or depressed. It is easier for people to explore their lives and make transformations when they are working with a therapist that they feel comfortable with and trust. My intention is to help you identify the goals you want to work on and to help you understand what is getting in the way of achieving them. I ultimately want to give you a new perspective and look at your underlying belief systems and the repetitive patterns that have been keeping you stuck.
Are you needing help with creating a new relationship, or ending an old one?
The decision to start therapy is personal and courageous and not always easy. Everyone goes through times when they feel more stressed out, angry, anxious or depressed. It is easier for people to explore their lives and make transformations when they are working with a therapist that they feel comfortable with and trust. My intention is to help you identify the goals you want to work on and to help you understand what is getting in the way of achieving them. I ultimately want to give you a new perspective and look at your underlying belief systems and the repetitive patterns that have been keeping you stuck.
I work best with people who are seeking relief from: • Anxiety • Relationship Issues • Bereavement and Loss • Depression •Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • ADD and ADHD I also work with individuals to improve their self-esteem and self-worth .
The modalities I use are •Cognitive Behavior Therapy • Mindfulness • Family Systems •Psychoanalytic. I have worked with people who suffer from •anxiety, • experienced early childhood trauma, •experienced adolescent trauma • abandonment and adults who are struggling to find a life balance and those needing support after ending a relationship
I work best with people who are seeking relief from: • Anxiety • Relationship Issues • Bereavement and Loss • Depression •Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • ADD and ADHD I also work with individuals to improve their self-esteem and self-worth .
The modalities I use are •Cognitive Behavior Therapy • Mindfulness • Family Systems •Psychoanalytic. I have worked with people who suffer from •anxiety, • experienced early childhood trauma, •experienced adolescent trauma • abandonment and adults who are struggling to find a life balance and those needing support after ending a relationship
Currently, I see individuals and couples in my West Village office and virtually.
Many seek psychotherapy when suffering proves more uncomfortable than starting a process of self-examination that may itself feel scary. Some feel anxious about finding a therapist to embark on a healing path. Others not in crisis may wish to deepen their self-knowledge and discover new priorities. Whether you're intimidated or excited, I believe my gentle and nonjudgmental manner, my years of experience, and my attunement to individuals’ pain and their drive to adapt will help put you at ease. I provide a space and guidance that support exploration to enhance self-knowledge, envision your dreams and live your fullest possible life.
Currently, I see individuals and couples in my West Village office and virtually.
Many seek psychotherapy when suffering proves more uncomfortable than starting a process of self-examination that may itself feel scary. Some feel anxious about finding a therapist to embark on a healing path. Others not in crisis may wish to deepen their self-knowledge and discover new priorities. Whether you're intimidated or excited, I believe my gentle and nonjudgmental manner, my years of experience, and my attunement to individuals’ pain and their drive to adapt will help put you at ease. I provide a space and guidance that support exploration to enhance self-knowledge, envision your dreams and live your fullest possible life.
I also help with relationship issues, including communication, infidelity, and anger / forgiveness.
In my practice I put an emphasis on genuinely understanding and relating to my clients and their unique cases. Additionally, I use several therapeutic modalities. I'm certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (NYU), and have advanced training in Schema Therapy (ISST) and Emotion Focused Therapy (CCEFT). I'm also a Certified Trauma Professional (IATP).
I also help with relationship issues, including communication, infidelity, and anger / forgiveness.
In my practice I put an emphasis on genuinely understanding and relating to my clients and their unique cases. Additionally, I use several therapeutic modalities. I'm certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (NYU), and have advanced training in Schema Therapy (ISST) and Emotion Focused Therapy (CCEFT). I'm also a Certified Trauma Professional (IATP).
Meet Our Couples Counseling Therapists
Some of my areas of expertise are relationship issues, depression, grief and loss, anxiety and acute and chronic illness.
My patients say that I'm kind, compassionate, empathetic and responsive. Therapy is tailored to your needs. Sessions are interactive and yes, sometimes even humorous. You'll have a safe, comfortable place to reflect on yourself and discover what's preventing you from achieving your goals and feeling truly alive.
Some of my areas of expertise are relationship issues, depression, grief and loss, anxiety and acute and chronic illness.
My patients say that I'm kind, compassionate, empathetic and responsive. Therapy is tailored to your needs. Sessions are interactive and yes, sometimes even humorous. You'll have a safe, comfortable place to reflect on yourself and discover what's preventing you from achieving your goals and feeling truly alive.
My training is in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis which means that I view the therapeutic relationship as central to the change process and that I help patients to understand that their conflicts from the past affect the way they feel and act in the present.
I have been treating patients in psychotherapy for over 35 years. Therapy offers people help towards change, change towards the life they want. Yet,for various reasons, this life has not been attainable. My approach is to offer patients a safe, supportive, understanding environment in which they can explore their hopes and fears and the obstacles that get in their way of having a fuller, richer life.
My training is in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis which means that I view the therapeutic relationship as central to the change process and that I help patients to understand that their conflicts from the past affect the way they feel and act in the present.
I have been treating patients in psychotherapy for over 35 years. Therapy offers people help towards change, change towards the life they want. Yet,for various reasons, this life has not been attainable. My approach is to offer patients a safe, supportive, understanding environment in which they can explore their hopes and fears and the obstacles that get in their way of having a fuller, richer life.
The Gender & Sexuality Therapy Center (G&STC)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
We offer therapy to individuals, couples, multi- partner relationships, & families.
We have specialized training and expertise in working with: gender, sexuality, non-monogamy, fetish sexualities, kink, BDSM, sexual functioning, sexual anxiety, compulsive sexual behaviors, relationship conflict, trauma, parents with LGBTQ or questioning children, HIV/AIDS, and sex workers. Please visit our website to learn more about our therapists!
We offer therapy to individuals, couples, multi- partner relationships, & families.
We have specialized training and expertise in working with: gender, sexuality, non-monogamy, fetish sexualities, kink, BDSM, sexual functioning, sexual anxiety, compulsive sexual behaviors, relationship conflict, trauma, parents with LGBTQ or questioning children, HIV/AIDS, and sex workers. Please visit our website to learn more about our therapists!
I work with adolescents, young adults, couples, and families to help them navigate stressors and/or life transitions they may face.
Hey there! If you're reading this, I want to commend you for taking the first step! My name is Alicia and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is collaborative, so I fully welcome your input in the session. I believe in meeting you where you are so we can get to where you need to be. I utilize a systemic viewpoint, meaning that together, we consider all the aspects and/or environments in which you interact, to understand how you're affected and how I can best help you.
I work with adolescents, young adults, couples, and families to help them navigate stressors and/or life transitions they may face.
Hey there! If you're reading this, I want to commend you for taking the first step! My name is Alicia and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is collaborative, so I fully welcome your input in the session. I believe in meeting you where you are so we can get to where you need to be. I utilize a systemic viewpoint, meaning that together, we consider all the aspects and/or environments in which you interact, to understand how you're affected and how I can best help you.
Sari Cooper, Center for Love and Sex
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CST, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
I'm the Director of Center for Love and Sex, a practice specializing in sex therapy for individuals and couples.
I am a Certified Sex Therapist and a Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor and founded The Center for Love and Sex group practice to help clients/ couples have a better sex life. I'm a highly respected expert in the sex therapy space with 25+ years integrating intersectional frameworks to help folks with their erotic lives & train therapists in the SEE IT model.
I'm the Director of Center for Love and Sex, a practice specializing in sex therapy for individuals and couples.
I am a Certified Sex Therapist and a Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor and founded The Center for Love and Sex group practice to help clients/ couples have a better sex life. I'm a highly respected expert in the sex therapy space with 25+ years integrating intersectional frameworks to help folks with their erotic lives & train therapists in the SEE IT model.
With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in working with adults and young adults who are facing a variety of mental health challenges, including trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, cultural difficulties, work-related stress, and issues surrounding sexuality and self-esteem.
In our initial sessions, we will work together to identify your areas of concern, clarify your expectations, and set meaningful therapeutic goals. Drawing on my diverse cultural background, I emphasize empathy and believe that every individual is more than their symptoms—each person is unique and worthy of respect.
With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in working with adults and young adults who are facing a variety of mental health challenges, including trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, cultural difficulties, work-related stress, and issues surrounding sexuality and self-esteem.
In our initial sessions, we will work together to identify your areas of concern, clarify your expectations, and set meaningful therapeutic goals. Drawing on my diverse cultural background, I emphasize empathy and believe that every individual is more than their symptoms—each person is unique and worthy of respect.
Restore & Renew Therapy l Francesca Teora, MHC-I
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-I
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
Through our therapeutic relationship, I can help you identify your vision for an authentic life, process emotions, and support and validate your lived experience.
I help clients understand how their upbringing and past experiences shape the way they view the world. I offer insight into difficult, and sometimes conflicting, feelings. I use my experience of being born outside the US to connect with people from varied identities, recognizing that regardless of background, therapy has something to offer everyone.
Through our therapeutic relationship, I can help you identify your vision for an authentic life, process emotions, and support and validate your lived experience.
I help clients understand how their upbringing and past experiences shape the way they view the world. I offer insight into difficult, and sometimes conflicting, feelings. I use my experience of being born outside the US to connect with people from varied identities, recognizing that regardless of background, therapy has something to offer everyone.
We will organically explore your personal needs and in support of a healthier relationship to self and others.
My clinical roots began nearly 20 years ago as a crisis counselor at a women's center. My experience includes work with children, adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, eating disorders, trauma and loss. I work with a diverse group of clients; interweaving a psychodynamic approach with several theoretical methods.
We will organically explore your personal needs and in support of a healthier relationship to self and others.
My clinical roots began nearly 20 years ago as a crisis counselor at a women's center. My experience includes work with children, adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, eating disorders, trauma and loss. I work with a diverse group of clients; interweaving a psychodynamic approach with several theoretical methods.
A contributing authority, often quoted, on key relationship issues.
I am a caring clinician who will respect your feelings as we work through your issues of concern. I am easy to talk to, non-judgemental and have a good sense of humor. As difficult as life can be, we all need to laugh just a little bit, don't we?
A contributing authority, often quoted, on key relationship issues.
I am a caring clinician who will respect your feelings as we work through your issues of concern. I am easy to talk to, non-judgemental and have a good sense of humor. As difficult as life can be, we all need to laugh just a little bit, don't we?
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.