ESI Employee Assistance Group Therapists in New York, NY
When you’ve spent years navigating chronic illness, trauma, or feeling dismissed by others, it’s easy to start questioning your own needs. I work with people who are tired of minimizing their pain—whether it’s emotional, physical, or both. Maybe you're dealing with anxiety that flares alongside your symptoms, grief over a body that’s changed, or the silent weight of medical trauma. Therapy is a space where you don’t have to explain everything. I’m here to listen, reflect, and help you reconnect with a version of yourself that feels real and resilient.
When you’ve spent years navigating chronic illness, trauma, or feeling dismissed by others, it’s easy to start questioning your own needs. I work with people who are tired of minimizing their pain—whether it’s emotional, physical, or both. Maybe you're dealing with anxiety that flares alongside your symptoms, grief over a body that’s changed, or the silent weight of medical trauma. Therapy is a space where you don’t have to explain everything. I’m here to listen, reflect, and help you reconnect with a version of yourself that feels real and resilient.
Whether you’re seeking to heal from unresolved childhood trauma, overcome struggles with anxiety or depression, or address relationship issues, I am here to help. With specialized expertise in trauma recovery, addiction, and navigating complex relational dynamics, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to work through life’s most difficult experiences. Together, we’ll create strategies tailored to your unique needs, empowering you to build self-esteem, foster emotional resilience, and cultivate healthy, fulfilling relationships.
Whether you’re seeking to heal from unresolved childhood trauma, overcome struggles with anxiety or depression, or address relationship issues, I am here to help. With specialized expertise in trauma recovery, addiction, and navigating complex relational dynamics, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to work through life’s most difficult experiences. Together, we’ll create strategies tailored to your unique needs, empowering you to build self-esteem, foster emotional resilience, and cultivate healthy, fulfilling relationships.
Are you asking yourself if you should "talk" to someone? Maybe your sister or your best friend isn't returning your calls as quickly anymore. Do you tend to briefly ask how they are doing before you delve into your "stuff?" Maybe you are at a crossroads and need help deciding about your relationships, marriage, children, a career. It may be that you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression and/or you are witnessing your spouse or child suffer without the coping skills needed in today's world. Together we can formulate your goals, steps towards them and navigate the obstacles along the way.
Are you asking yourself if you should "talk" to someone? Maybe your sister or your best friend isn't returning your calls as quickly anymore. Do you tend to briefly ask how they are doing before you delve into your "stuff?" Maybe you are at a crossroads and need help deciding about your relationships, marriage, children, a career. It may be that you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression and/or you are witnessing your spouse or child suffer without the coping skills needed in today's world. Together we can formulate your goals, steps towards them and navigate the obstacles along the way.
My journey into the field began as a teenager in therapy, igniting a passion for helping others. A pivotal moment came while working as a summer camp music teacher when a young camper in crisis climbed to the roof, threatening to jump. Talking him down safely transformed my perspective: I realized that people need tools to navigate life’s challenges even more than they need to learn new skills like playing the trumpet. That experience redirected my path toward psychology and, ultimately, social work, where I’ve dedicated my career to helping individuals find hope and healing.
My journey into the field began as a teenager in therapy, igniting a passion for helping others. A pivotal moment came while working as a summer camp music teacher when a young camper in crisis climbed to the roof, threatening to jump. Talking him down safely transformed my perspective: I realized that people need tools to navigate life’s challenges even more than they need to learn new skills like playing the trumpet. That experience redirected my path toward psychology and, ultimately, social work, where I’ve dedicated my career to helping individuals find hope and healing.
Hi, I'm Abi! I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety and depression, as well as those who are managing ADHD symptoms. I also have extensive experience working with people navigating chronic illness, women's health issues, OCD, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, addiction within their family systems, grief, and major life transitions. Often these diagnoses or challenges can bring with them with some frustration, overwhelm, or the feeling of not knowing where to start or how to move forward. My goal for therapy is to help you understand and process challenges, while also finding ways to help you thrive.
Hi, I'm Abi! I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety and depression, as well as those who are managing ADHD symptoms. I also have extensive experience working with people navigating chronic illness, women's health issues, OCD, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, addiction within their family systems, grief, and major life transitions. Often these diagnoses or challenges can bring with them with some frustration, overwhelm, or the feeling of not knowing where to start or how to move forward. My goal for therapy is to help you understand and process challenges, while also finding ways to help you thrive.
When life feels overwhelming, it's easy to become stuck in anxiety, self-doubt, or frustration, especially in your relationships. You might feel like you're constantly managing stress without a break or that past experiences still hold too much influence over your present. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, ADHD, and relationship challenges. Therapy with me offers a space to slow down, understand your emotions, and reconnect with your strengths. Together, we'll build practical tools to help you feel grounded, capable, and more in control of your life.
When life feels overwhelming, it's easy to become stuck in anxiety, self-doubt, or frustration, especially in your relationships. You might feel like you're constantly managing stress without a break or that past experiences still hold too much influence over your present. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, ADHD, and relationship challenges. Therapy with me offers a space to slow down, understand your emotions, and reconnect with your strengths. Together, we'll build practical tools to help you feel grounded, capable, and more in control of your life.
I’ve been a therapist for many years, and while I don’t limit my work to a single specialty, I most often support individuals navigating depression, anxiety, later-in-life ADHD diagnoses, and challenges with emotions like anger. My experience spans a wide range of settings, including community mental health, crisis intervention, inpatient care, and the criminal justice system. I’ve worked with adolescents, young adults, and adults facing concerns such as trauma, substance use, personality disorders, relationship challenges, and major mental health conditions.
I’ve been a therapist for many years, and while I don’t limit my work to a single specialty, I most often support individuals navigating depression, anxiety, later-in-life ADHD diagnoses, and challenges with emotions like anger. My experience spans a wide range of settings, including community mental health, crisis intervention, inpatient care, and the criminal justice system. I’ve worked with adolescents, young adults, and adults facing concerns such as trauma, substance use, personality disorders, relationship challenges, and major mental health conditions.
When your emotions feel intense, or your relationship feels like it’s on shaky ground, it’s easy to wonder if things will ever change. I work with adults and couples who are feeling overwhelmed—by conflict, disconnection, anxiety, or the pressure to hold everything together. Whether you’re navigating dating, divorce, or disordered eating, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and the people around you. In our work together, you can expect a structured, supportive space focused on building skills that actually help you feel better.
When your emotions feel intense, or your relationship feels like it’s on shaky ground, it’s easy to wonder if things will ever change. I work with adults and couples who are feeling overwhelmed—by conflict, disconnection, anxiety, or the pressure to hold everything together. Whether you’re navigating dating, divorce, or disordered eating, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and the people around you. In our work together, you can expect a structured, supportive space focused on building skills that actually help you feel better.
Living with trauma that's repeated or lasted for years isn't something you just 'get over.' Especially when it's shaped your entire way of being. I work with individuals who are experiencing PTSD, complex trauma, ADHD, anxiety, or mood disorders, many of whom have been told to "try harder" or "calm down" for most of their lives. You might feel like you're always on edge, or like something bad is about to happen, even when things seem okay. Or maybe your brain feels like it's running in 20 different directions at once, and it's exhausting just trying to keep up.
Living with trauma that's repeated or lasted for years isn't something you just 'get over.' Especially when it's shaped your entire way of being. I work with individuals who are experiencing PTSD, complex trauma, ADHD, anxiety, or mood disorders, many of whom have been told to "try harder" or "calm down" for most of their lives. You might feel like you're always on edge, or like something bad is about to happen, even when things seem okay. Or maybe your brain feels like it's running in 20 different directions at once, and it's exhausting just trying to keep up.
I have experience working in both private practice and community mental health settings. Previously, I worked at Ally Counseling and Therapy, where I supported clients navigating cultural transitions, attachment trauma, and identity-related stressors, with a particular focus on women’s mental health and empowerment. I also co-facilitated a women’s empowerment therapy group addressing attachment trauma, relationship concerns, body image, sexuality, and intimacy. This work was especially meaningful in supporting individuals from cultural backgrounds where discussing emotional or relational challenges may not always feel accessible.
I have experience working in both private practice and community mental health settings. Previously, I worked at Ally Counseling and Therapy, where I supported clients navigating cultural transitions, attachment trauma, and identity-related stressors, with a particular focus on women’s mental health and empowerment. I also co-facilitated a women’s empowerment therapy group addressing attachment trauma, relationship concerns, body image, sexuality, and intimacy. This work was especially meaningful in supporting individuals from cultural backgrounds where discussing emotional or relational challenges may not always feel accessible.
Many clients come to me because they're overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating the effects of trauma, or trying to hold everything together in the face of relationship strain, parenting challenges, or family conflict. Some are working through the impact of domestic abuse or adoption and foster care experiences. Therapy offers a space to unpack all of that, without judgment or pressure. I see therapy as a collaborative journey, where you're in the driver's seat. My role is to be alongside you, offering support, perspective, and guidance.
Many clients come to me because they're overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating the effects of trauma, or trying to hold everything together in the face of relationship strain, parenting challenges, or family conflict. Some are working through the impact of domestic abuse or adoption and foster care experiences. Therapy offers a space to unpack all of that, without judgment or pressure. I see therapy as a collaborative journey, where you're in the driver's seat. My role is to be alongside you, offering support, perspective, and guidance.
When you're feeling overwhelmed, unfocused, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, therapy can offer clarity and forward momentum. Many of my clients face challenges related to ADHD, autism, anxiety, or depression. You might be navigating emotional ups and downs, struggling to stay organized, or feeling misunderstood in your relationships. Therapy with me offers a space to slow down, feel truly seen, and begin making meaningful changes. Together, we'll develop practical tools and deeper insight so you can feel more grounded, capable, and connected.
When you're feeling overwhelmed, unfocused, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, therapy can offer clarity and forward momentum. Many of my clients face challenges related to ADHD, autism, anxiety, or depression. You might be navigating emotional ups and downs, struggling to stay organized, or feeling misunderstood in your relationships. Therapy with me offers a space to slow down, feel truly seen, and begin making meaningful changes. Together, we'll develop practical tools and deeper insight so you can feel more grounded, capable, and connected.
As a therapist with lived experience of neurodivergence, I specialize in supporting the neurodiverse community with sensory processing challenges, executive function difficulties, neurodivergent burnout, and more. Neurodiversity refers to the natural variation in brain functioning resulting from sensory, motor, social, cognitive, or neurological differences in brain development. Neurodiverse individuals, also known as neurodivergent individuals, include experiences of autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), AuDHD (autism and ADHD), Tourette’s disorder, and learning disorders like dyslexia, dyscalculia, etc.
As a therapist with lived experience of neurodivergence, I specialize in supporting the neurodiverse community with sensory processing challenges, executive function difficulties, neurodivergent burnout, and more. Neurodiversity refers to the natural variation in brain functioning resulting from sensory, motor, social, cognitive, or neurological differences in brain development. Neurodiverse individuals, also known as neurodivergent individuals, include experiences of autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), AuDHD (autism and ADHD), Tourette’s disorder, and learning disorders like dyslexia, dyscalculia, etc.
I am a culturally aware, kink-aware, LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who truly values diversity of identity and experience. I have experience supporting people navigating childhood trauma, attachment wounds, and relational struggles, whether romantic, platonic, or familial. I’ve had particular success working with individuals living with borderline personality disorder, mood disorders, and treatment-resistant depression, using a trauma-informed lens that meets you with care and curiosity. In therapy, we take time to understand how those experiences might be showing up now and make space to reflect, feel, and choose what to carry forward.
I am a culturally aware, kink-aware, LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who truly values diversity of identity and experience. I have experience supporting people navigating childhood trauma, attachment wounds, and relational struggles, whether romantic, platonic, or familial. I’ve had particular success working with individuals living with borderline personality disorder, mood disorders, and treatment-resistant depression, using a trauma-informed lens that meets you with care and curiosity. In therapy, we take time to understand how those experiences might be showing up now and make space to reflect, feel, and choose what to carry forward.
Many clients come to me because they're experiencing burnout, anxiety, depression, and the lingering effects of trauma, especially those shaped by cultural expectations or family dynamics. You might be carrying pain from a parentified childhood or struggling with emotions that have been long suppressed. In our work together, we’ll identify and gently explore those internalized wounds so you can feel more connected, grounded, and whole. Therapy with me is warm and respectful. I’ll meet you where you are, listen closely, and offer support that aligns with your values and identity.
Many clients come to me because they're experiencing burnout, anxiety, depression, and the lingering effects of trauma, especially those shaped by cultural expectations or family dynamics. You might be carrying pain from a parentified childhood or struggling with emotions that have been long suppressed. In our work together, we’ll identify and gently explore those internalized wounds so you can feel more connected, grounded, and whole. Therapy with me is warm and respectful. I’ll meet you where you are, listen closely, and offer support that aligns with your values and identity.
Struggling with relationships, navigating life changes, or managing intense emotions can feel overwhelming—but you don't have to face it alone. I specialize in couples therapy, addressing issues like conflict, infidelity, intimacy concerns, and divorce. For individuals, I provide support with anxiety, depression, personality disorders, self-harming behaviors, and self-confidence challenges. Whether you're exploring your identity, coping with transitions, or seeking clarity, therapy is a space where you can feel seen, understood, and empowered.
Struggling with relationships, navigating life changes, or managing intense emotions can feel overwhelming—but you don't have to face it alone. I specialize in couples therapy, addressing issues like conflict, infidelity, intimacy concerns, and divorce. For individuals, I provide support with anxiety, depression, personality disorders, self-harming behaviors, and self-confidence challenges. Whether you're exploring your identity, coping with transitions, or seeking clarity, therapy is a space where you can feel seen, understood, and empowered.
Many clients come to me because they feel stuck in racing thoughts, rigid routines, or overwhelming anxiety. Whether it’s managing the physical symptoms of panic, confronting obsessive thought loops, or avoiding situations due to fear or discomfort, you don’t have to do this alone. I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety disorders, OCD, specific phobias, and the many ways these conditions can shape your daily life, through avoidance, rumination, or exhaustion. Together, we’ll work to understand the roots of these patterns and build practical tools that foster change.
Many clients come to me because they feel stuck in racing thoughts, rigid routines, or overwhelming anxiety. Whether it’s managing the physical symptoms of panic, confronting obsessive thought loops, or avoiding situations due to fear or discomfort, you don’t have to do this alone. I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety disorders, OCD, specific phobias, and the many ways these conditions can shape your daily life, through avoidance, rumination, or exhaustion. Together, we’ll work to understand the roots of these patterns and build practical tools that foster change.
I became a therapist to help people explore their stories with care, curiosity, and compassion—especially those who’ve felt unseen or unheard in traditional mental health settings. As a first-generation South Asian American woman and Queens native, I’m deeply committed to providing culturally responsive therapy, including services in Bangla. My experience spans community mental health and outpatient settings, supporting individuals facing challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and identity-based stress. I work from a trauma-informed, whole-person care approach that centers on safety, resilience, and emotional growth.
I became a therapist to help people explore their stories with care, curiosity, and compassion—especially those who’ve felt unseen or unheard in traditional mental health settings. As a first-generation South Asian American woman and Queens native, I’m deeply committed to providing culturally responsive therapy, including services in Bangla. My experience spans community mental health and outpatient settings, supporting individuals facing challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and identity-based stress. I work from a trauma-informed, whole-person care approach that centers on safety, resilience, and emotional growth.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples dealing with relationship concerns, major life transitions, mood disorders, anxiety, and challenges related to sexuality and gender identity. With extensive experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community and individuals across diverse life stages, I provide a safe, empathetic space for self-discovery and growth. My practice focuses on building emotional regulation, enhancing communication, and fostering resilience.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples dealing with relationship concerns, major life transitions, mood disorders, anxiety, and challenges related to sexuality and gender identity. With extensive experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community and individuals across diverse life stages, I provide a safe, empathetic space for self-discovery and growth. My practice focuses on building emotional regulation, enhancing communication, and fostering resilience.
When you're overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns of self-criticism, or simply exhausted from holding it all together, it can be hard to see a way forward. I specialize in helping adults navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, perfectionism, and burnout, especially when those challenges are tangled up with difficult transitions or long-standing relationship stress. Whether you're dealing with emotional overload, chronic stress, or an inner critic that won't quiet down, therapy can help you understand what's beneath the surface and make room for something new.
When you're overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns of self-criticism, or simply exhausted from holding it all together, it can be hard to see a way forward. I specialize in helping adults navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, perfectionism, and burnout, especially when those challenges are tangled up with difficult transitions or long-standing relationship stress. Whether you're dealing with emotional overload, chronic stress, or an inner critic that won't quiet down, therapy can help you understand what's beneath the surface and make room for something new.
