Therapists in New York, NY

Disappointment, failure, loss, frustration, anger and sadness are unavoidable aspects of human existence. The past cannot be rewritten. But the way in which we choose to come to terms with the past - as either members of a familial unit, a couple, or an individual - will go a long way towards determining our happiness in the present. I bring a warm, compassionate, non-judgmental approach to my work that arises out of my deeply held conviction that the most important determinant of therapeutic success will be the therapeutic alliance between patient and therapist.

My goal is not only to give you the tools to better cope with specific situations but to transform your narrative and help you generate noticeable, sustainable growth. As a psychotherapist and life devoted to mindfulness practice, I use an integrative and tailored approach to assist you in gaining insight into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and align them to achieve what you most value in life.

My passion for therapy stems from my belief that it’s powerful and healing to have a space to be heard and supported while addressing challenges and achieving goals. I work with adults of all ages and walks of life who want to live a happier and more satisfying and productive life. Many of my clients are navigating life transitions, trying to understand their career and relationship goals, learning how best to respond to daily stress, anxiety, and challenges, and striving to improve their relationships, mental health, emotions, and self-esteem. Together, we will clarify your goals and develop insight, skills, and self-compassion.

I am a clinical psychologist with expertise providing individual and family psychotherapy from an attachment based lens. I love what I do and am passionate about supporting children, families, and adults as they traverse life's challenges. I believe everyone is unique and deserves highly attuned support when life's struggles present themselves. I consider therapy a positive outlet to discuss, explore, and foster new aspects of our lives. I utilize a powerful combination of evidence-based and attachment-focused interventions and work in a collaborative way helping empower individuals and families reach their goals.

Do you find uncertainty intolerable, or obsess about things you can't control? Logically you know anxiety isn't helping; however, OCD, depression, and relationship or marriage stress often lead to overthinking & trying to predict the future. You get feedback you're a great employee or friend, but the fear of disappointing people leads to procrastinating, avoiding conflict, and an inability to be present. I offer individual therapy and couples counseling for adults who want to take back control over their obsessive thoughts, unpredictable feelings, and unhelpful relationship patterns. I can help you stop the spiraling.

Are you are feeling overwhelmed, are feeling generally shut down in your day to day life, or are wondering things like “What’s wrong with me?” “Other people seem to have it all together” and “Why can’t I just…feel/think/act differently?” If any of this resonates with you, then that is where I come in. I am here to help you process these emotions by helping you learn to be more kind to yourself, how to confront your difficult emotional experiences with confidence, and to help you feel more empowered to do the hard work.

"Transformation is a process, and as life happens there are tons of up and downs. It's a journey of discovery - there are moments on mountaintops and moments in deep valleys of despair"- Rick Warren. We all struggle with past or present situations that can get in the way of us living our lives wholeheartedly and that have an impact on the connection with oneself and others. Whenever you are going through a difficult time and you are confused about what is your next step, connecting with a trained therapist can be very helpful.

All kinds of things bring people into therapy. Many of my clients are struggling with some kind of relationship issue, whether it’s a stressful workplace dynamic, a conflict with a partner, friends or family, or challenges navigating the dating world. Many also feel stuck in some indescribable way – in their careers, with unhealthy habits or with feeling like they’re somehow not in the driver’s seat. I see myself as a facilitator and a guide. I’ll help you understand all the different parts of yourself, connect you to your inner voice, and learn to recognize the relationship patterns you find yourself repeating.

Do you want to get the most out of life? Often clients come to therapy to overcome barriers that are holding them back and experience, increased professional satisfaction, enduring, rewarding relationships, a higher sense of purpose and life satisfaction, less stress, overall happiness. I work with clients to increase their self awareness and improve emotional well being. My areas of Specialty: Relationships, Individual & Couples Therapy, Depression and Anxiety, Break up, Separation or Divorce Counseling, Multicultural Counseling related to Assimilation and Acculturation, Career Issues, Life Coaching & Dealing with Loss. Check out client testimonials on my website.

Welcome and thank you for considering me for your therapist. I've been a working therapist for 10 years who sees individuals, couples, and families providing compassionate, individualized and informed support. My clients are working through issues ranging from grief & loss, attachment and other trauma, identity development, social/emotional stress, interpersonal or familial conflict, anxiety, family planning, marital counseling, systemic oppression and even just the impact of day-to-day stressors. Some clients come in with defined goals and many enter therapy just wanting to feel better.

You're not exactly sure when it began, but each day, a strange emptiness takes over, making everything seem dull and lifeless. It feels like there's a vital piece missing that everyone else has. You experience a deep sense of loneliness and feel misunderstood by those around you. Your relationships have become an ongoing challenge, trapped in negative patterns that seem impossible to break. Communication with your partner is a mix of arguments and hurtful silent treatment. You've noticed yourself pulling away from friends because they don't seem to understand you. Despite your best efforts, you find yourself anxious and all alone.

My therapeutic approach is integrative, inclusive and flexible based on the unique life experience, goals and needs of each individual. Therapy involves taking steps towards understanding yourself, and learning how to navigate your life in healthier and more satisfying ways. Therapy can involve reducing negative thoughts, anxiety and sadness; gaining control over behaviors and relationships you want to change; and facilitating the development of an optimal lifestyle. I work with people to develop a life that better meet one's needs, fostering deeper connections to the self and others and improving quality of life.

In my practice, I focus on helping people understand and alter the patterns that stand in their way to actualize their potential, feel alive and whole. I treat people who are striving to find love, or feel lonely in their present intimate relationships or/and their families. I work with people to find a voice to speak their frustrations, longings, and desires, and the courage to use this voice with others. In the safety and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship we seek to understand the origin and role that feelings of anxiety, shame, and worthlessness play so that they lose their inhibiting power, and dissolve away.

When our romantic relationships suffer, we feel it in many parts of life. The pivotal role that our partners play in our day-to-day fulfillment means that when our relationship isn't in a healthy place, we may struggle at work, with sleep, in how we take care of ourselves and in the energy that we have to invest in things that we love. It can impact how we see ourselves and how we relate to the people around us. In the same way, shifting a relationship from painful and challenging to fulfilling, loving and energizing can have a knock on effect to improve all of these parts in tandem.

I have been practicing psychotherapy with individuals and couples for over 20 years. I work with individual patients mostly using EMDR, a therapeutic technique to clear traumatic experiences which get "stuck" in emotions, body and brain and cause symptoms which bring clients into therapy. My other approaches to Individual Therapy are Psychodynamic and Mindfulness- based therapies.My reputation is that I am straight forward without harshness and I give constructive feedback. My goal is to understand root causes of the problems that bring people to therapy. We work together to gain insight and develop strategies to make change.

I have extensive experience in working with clients who have experienced trauma: childhood abuse, domestic violence, and sexual assault, as well as specialize in working with LGBTQ youth and adults.

I am a licensed clinical social worker, trained in Psychoanalysis, Level 1 Internal Family Systems Therapy and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. I practice in downtown New York City and provide individual and couples therapy to adults. People often search for a therapist when they feel stuck, anxious, and compelled to change coping strategies that no longer work for them. I strive to create a safe, welcoming environment for my clients that is built on trust and collaboration. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is essential to change and transformation.

“When things change within you, things can change around you”. These words capture the power of therapy to help us improve our lives. I offer the opportunity to explore, navigate & negotiate life’s challenges and transitions. I bring 25+ years of clinical experience integrated with a mind-body-spirit approach. I offer a safe space and supportive guidance to enable you to share your story. In my work with adults, couples,and college students I effectively identify and offer multiple strategies, enabling you to develop inner tools and resources to achieve meaningful and lasting change.

Do you feel you are riding an emotional rollercoaster? Alternatively, do you feel like you are living in auto-pilot, going through the motions in life without finding much satisfaction? Or maybe you are experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty coping with past traumas, relationship or work difficulties, or are just feeling stuck. Although we may find ourselves surrounded by supportive family and friends, we may still feel alone and isolated in our distress. Pain in life may be unavoidable, but you don’t need to go through it alone.