Marriage Counseling Therapists in New York, NY
As a psychotherapist with over 25 years' experience, I have successfully worked with individuals, couples and families to deal with distress, deepen self awareness and achieve changes to lead more fulfilling emotional, relational and professional lives.
In a confidential, safe, supportive relationship, I help individuals, couples and families look at past experiences, current behaviors and a range of feelings that have gotten in the way of achieving full, satisfying lives. My approach is psychoanalytically grounded, but is also informed by more experiential, strength based, present focused and attachment oriented therapies.
As a psychotherapist with over 25 years' experience, I have successfully worked with individuals, couples and families to deal with distress, deepen self awareness and achieve changes to lead more fulfilling emotional, relational and professional lives.
In a confidential, safe, supportive relationship, I help individuals, couples and families look at past experiences, current behaviors and a range of feelings that have gotten in the way of achieving full, satisfying lives. My approach is psychoanalytically grounded, but is also informed by more experiential, strength based, present focused and attachment oriented therapies.
I'm a couples therapist who specializes in supporting people navigate challenging conversations regarding sex/ intimacy.
My areas of expertise include working with individuals and couples who are struggling with breakdowns in communication, low desire, arousal, orgasm, and painful intercourse, as well as helping LGTBQ people explore gender identity and sexual orientation. I also have experience in supporting couples exploring non-monogamy.
I'm a couples therapist who specializes in supporting people navigate challenging conversations regarding sex/ intimacy.
My areas of expertise include working with individuals and couples who are struggling with breakdowns in communication, low desire, arousal, orgasm, and painful intercourse, as well as helping LGTBQ people explore gender identity and sexual orientation. I also have experience in supporting couples exploring non-monogamy.
Are you at the end of your marital rope?
I often work with one partner while the other listens intently, minimizing the time wasted arguing back and forth. I highlight non-relational behavior in the moment and take the opportunity to teach new skills you'll practice in my office and then at home.
Are you at the end of your marital rope?
I often work with one partner while the other listens intently, minimizing the time wasted arguing back and forth. I highlight non-relational behavior in the moment and take the opportunity to teach new skills you'll practice in my office and then at home.
Our staff also provide DBT, child and family treatment, treatment for eating disorders, and couples therapy.
AICT is internationally recognized group of clinical psychologists providing the highest quality cognitive-behavioral treatment.. The Director, Dr. Robert L. Leahy (B.A., M.S., Ph.D. Yale University), has authored and edited 29 books is the Past President of -the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy, International Association for Cognitive Psychotherapy, Academy of Cognitive Therapy and is Clinical Professor of Psychology in Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical School and recipient of the Aaron T. Beck Award.
Our staff also provide DBT, child and family treatment, treatment for eating disorders, and couples therapy.
AICT is internationally recognized group of clinical psychologists providing the highest quality cognitive-behavioral treatment.. The Director, Dr. Robert L. Leahy (B.A., M.S., Ph.D. Yale University), has authored and edited 29 books is the Past President of -the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy, International Association for Cognitive Psychotherapy, Academy of Cognitive Therapy and is Clinical Professor of Psychology in Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical School and recipient of the Aaron T. Beck Award.
Everyone comes to The Work in their own way, for their own reasons, in their own time. For some, it's a safe space to explore and grow as they need. For others it's a dedicated ear and a mind trained to help them resolve emotional conflicts, stress, anxiety, and depression. Still others long to be seen and embraced (in all of their complexity and nuance). Whatever journey has led you here, my goal is to help you step into the fullness of your Self and live the best life possible.
Everyone comes to The Work in their own way, for their own reasons, in their own time. For some, it's a safe space to explore and grow as they need. For others it's a dedicated ear and a mind trained to help them resolve emotional conflicts, stress, anxiety, and depression. Still others long to be seen and embraced (in all of their complexity and nuance). Whatever journey has led you here, my goal is to help you step into the fullness of your Self and live the best life possible.
I also work with couples seeking to learn how to better understand their relationship, communicate in healthier ways with each other, and build more emotional intimacy.
I believe therapy should be both a safe place to explore your thoughts and feelings and an experience that leads to meaningful change. Working collaboratively, we'll identify and explore the factors holding you back from your most fulfilling life. Using an integrative approach, I tailor my treatment methods to your personal needs and goals.
I also work with couples seeking to learn how to better understand their relationship, communicate in healthier ways with each other, and build more emotional intimacy.
I believe therapy should be both a safe place to explore your thoughts and feelings and an experience that leads to meaningful change. Working collaboratively, we'll identify and explore the factors holding you back from your most fulfilling life. Using an integrative approach, I tailor my treatment methods to your personal needs and goals.
I also specialize in couples therapy and use a process oriented approach that is focused on understanding communication patterns, increasing emotional harmony, and overall relational satisfaction.
I received my PhD in Counseling Psychology in 2008 from the University of Iowa. I am a relational, culturally-responsive psychologist who is an Associate Professor at Columbia University. Using cognitive, multicultural, and interpersonal interventions, I am committed to client care that centers their needs.
I also specialize in couples therapy and use a process oriented approach that is focused on understanding communication patterns, increasing emotional harmony, and overall relational satisfaction.
I received my PhD in Counseling Psychology in 2008 from the University of Iowa. I am a relational, culturally-responsive psychologist who is an Associate Professor at Columbia University. Using cognitive, multicultural, and interpersonal interventions, I am committed to client care that centers their needs.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with advanced training in psychodynamic therapy, working with individuals and couples on both a short- and long-term basis.
I am a compassionate, direct communicator and believe in empowering my clients to go deep, find their voice, and pave their own path toward healing. I work collaboratively with my patients to help get them to their ideal level of functioning, and foster growth and personal development in a supportive, nurturing and judgement-free environment.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with advanced training in psychodynamic therapy, working with individuals and couples on both a short- and long-term basis.
I am a compassionate, direct communicator and believe in empowering my clients to go deep, find their voice, and pave their own path toward healing. I work collaboratively with my patients to help get them to their ideal level of functioning, and foster growth and personal development in a supportive, nurturing and judgement-free environment.
Hi, I’m Sarah (she/her), and I’m dedicated to creating a collaborative space where you can explore, express, and grow at your own pace.
Before becoming a therapist, I performed and taught comedy and theater, experiences that continue to shape how I approach therapy today. I bring warmth, curiosity, and humor into my work, helping people who feel stuck find new ways to move, connect, and grow. I work with people of all ages to build confidence, manage anxiety, and navigate life transitions.
Hi, I’m Sarah (she/her), and I’m dedicated to creating a collaborative space where you can explore, express, and grow at your own pace.
Before becoming a therapist, I performed and taught comedy and theater, experiences that continue to shape how I approach therapy today. I bring warmth, curiosity, and humor into my work, helping people who feel stuck find new ways to move, connect, and grow. I work with people of all ages to build confidence, manage anxiety, and navigate life transitions.
Therapy is an experience that can benefit everyone. It allows us to take the time to mindfully look closely at ourselves. It can help us reflect on how to manage difficult life changes, loneliness and challenging relationships. Everyone experiences stress and worry, and speaking with a therapist who is nonjudgmental and accepting can help us understand how to meet our professional, personal, and relationship needs. I am a psychotherapist with 10+ years experience. I use a practical and flexible approach to treat problems such as anxiety, depression, substance misuse and LGBTQ+ concerns.
Therapy is an experience that can benefit everyone. It allows us to take the time to mindfully look closely at ourselves. It can help us reflect on how to manage difficult life changes, loneliness and challenging relationships. Everyone experiences stress and worry, and speaking with a therapist who is nonjudgmental and accepting can help us understand how to meet our professional, personal, and relationship needs. I am a psychotherapist with 10+ years experience. I use a practical and flexible approach to treat problems such as anxiety, depression, substance misuse and LGBTQ+ concerns.
I believe that the best therapy is done when your relationship with your therapist has a strong foundation, meaning, you like and trust your therapist enough so the therapy space becomes a place for creating the changes you want. I believe in people and their ability to heal. We all develop patterns of being and thinking and sometimes those patterns just don't work anymore. I am compassionate when exploring emotional and psychological patterns, anxiety, depression or relationship issues to establish new boundaries, and feel empowered.
I believe that the best therapy is done when your relationship with your therapist has a strong foundation, meaning, you like and trust your therapist enough so the therapy space becomes a place for creating the changes you want. I believe in people and their ability to heal. We all develop patterns of being and thinking and sometimes those patterns just don't work anymore. I am compassionate when exploring emotional and psychological patterns, anxiety, depression or relationship issues to establish new boundaries, and feel empowered.
Care is a central value in my work with individuals and couples.
Reaching out for help is the first therapeutic act. It takes courage, vulnerability and trust. Successful therapy is dependent on trust and vulnerability and at the core of this is feeling understood and accepted. In our first session I will give you a picture of what to expect from our work together and provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can talk about what you are currently struggling with. As your therapist, my job is to offer you my mind, my attention, my empathy and my honesty in service of your growth and development.
Care is a central value in my work with individuals and couples.
Reaching out for help is the first therapeutic act. It takes courage, vulnerability and trust. Successful therapy is dependent on trust and vulnerability and at the core of this is feeling understood and accepted. In our first session I will give you a picture of what to expect from our work together and provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can talk about what you are currently struggling with. As your therapist, my job is to offer you my mind, my attention, my empathy and my honesty in service of your growth and development.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or anxious despite being insightful and capable? If you're ready to break free from old patterns, I'm here to help. Whether you're burdened by past experiences, navigating relationship challenges, or questioning your identity, I can guide you towards genuine insight, healing, and transformation. Let's embark on this journey together to unlock your potential for a more fulfilling life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or anxious despite being insightful and capable? If you're ready to break free from old patterns, I'm here to help. Whether you're burdened by past experiences, navigating relationship challenges, or questioning your identity, I can guide you towards genuine insight, healing, and transformation. Let's embark on this journey together to unlock your potential for a more fulfilling life.
I see individuals, couples, and lead groups.
Are you caught between competing identities, beliefs, and desires? Are you struggling to heal from trauma, overcome despair, or maintain boundaries? Do you find yourself socially or politically misunderstood by those around you? Do you repeat the same unsatisfying patterns in work, friendship, relationships, and with yourself? Together, we can explore all this in a curious, collaborative, non-judgmental way. All feelings and beliefs are welcome, no matter how confusing or contradictory they may seem at first. I believe that the best therapy is affirming yet challenging, and built on trust, joy, and humor. It's never too late to try.
I see individuals, couples, and lead groups.
Are you caught between competing identities, beliefs, and desires? Are you struggling to heal from trauma, overcome despair, or maintain boundaries? Do you find yourself socially or politically misunderstood by those around you? Do you repeat the same unsatisfying patterns in work, friendship, relationships, and with yourself? Together, we can explore all this in a curious, collaborative, non-judgmental way. All feelings and beliefs are welcome, no matter how confusing or contradictory they may seem at first. I believe that the best therapy is affirming yet challenging, and built on trust, joy, and humor. It's never too late to try.
IHI Therapy Center - Soraya Palmer, LMSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I hold a strong commitment to using holistic approaches to healing. Through my extensive clinical work with trauma survivors and background working with young people, I know that talk therapy is not always the most effective method for processing and healing from trauma. I employ therapeutic techniques from Trauma-based Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and somatic modalities to support my clients. As a published author, I often incorporate creative modalities into my therapeutic practice such as creative writing activities, drawing, and clay. Let's work together to figure out which methods work best for you.
I hold a strong commitment to using holistic approaches to healing. Through my extensive clinical work with trauma survivors and background working with young people, I know that talk therapy is not always the most effective method for processing and healing from trauma. I employ therapeutic techniques from Trauma-based Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and somatic modalities to support my clients. As a published author, I often incorporate creative modalities into my therapeutic practice such as creative writing activities, drawing, and clay. Let's work together to figure out which methods work best for you.
I work with individuals seeking to understand the quiet patterns beneath their pain—why familiar emotions, relationships, and self-stories keep resurfacing despite their best efforts to move forward. Many come feeling anxious, perfectionistic, or disconnected from their sense of purpose, yet intuitively sense there is more waiting to be uncovered. Together, we slow down and listen to what the mind and body are trying to say, tracing how early experiences, defenses, and protective parts shape the present. Through curiosity, creativity, and compassion, our work nurtures awareness, integration, healing, and lasting emotional growth.
I work with individuals seeking to understand the quiet patterns beneath their pain—why familiar emotions, relationships, and self-stories keep resurfacing despite their best efforts to move forward. Many come feeling anxious, perfectionistic, or disconnected from their sense of purpose, yet intuitively sense there is more waiting to be uncovered. Together, we slow down and listen to what the mind and body are trying to say, tracing how early experiences, defenses, and protective parts shape the present. Through curiosity, creativity, and compassion, our work nurtures awareness, integration, healing, and lasting emotional growth.
The longstanding emotional pain caused by psychological problems can greatly interfere with the quality and enjoyment of your life. For example, you may find yourself unable to feel motivated at work, anxious and depressed, disappointed in friends and family, angry and envious of others, and/or self-conscious and unsure of your abilities. These problems do not just show up overnight, and will not disappear with just a few sessions or a "quick fix" treatment. You should be skeptical of a mental health professional who offers or guarantees a quick cure.
The longstanding emotional pain caused by psychological problems can greatly interfere with the quality and enjoyment of your life. For example, you may find yourself unable to feel motivated at work, anxious and depressed, disappointed in friends and family, angry and envious of others, and/or self-conscious and unsure of your abilities. These problems do not just show up overnight, and will not disappear with just a few sessions or a "quick fix" treatment. You should be skeptical of a mental health professional who offers or guarantees a quick cure.
Life is learning. We all have obstacles to smoothly incorporating information into the way we live our lives. Behaving reasonably is easier said than done. The process of learning to live our lives well requires commitment, humility and openness. These qualities are cultivated within a trusted relationship. There are no shortcuts to an open mind. having worked extensively with children and adults, in school, clinic, day treatment and hospital settings, I'm best suited to treating children, parents, relationship issues, addiction issues and issues of narcissistic personalities. I have experience with EMDR, an excellent tool.
Life is learning. We all have obstacles to smoothly incorporating information into the way we live our lives. Behaving reasonably is easier said than done. The process of learning to live our lives well requires commitment, humility and openness. These qualities are cultivated within a trusted relationship. There are no shortcuts to an open mind. having worked extensively with children and adults, in school, clinic, day treatment and hospital settings, I'm best suited to treating children, parents, relationship issues, addiction issues and issues of narcissistic personalities. I have experience with EMDR, an excellent tool.
I provide individual and couples therapy.
My approach to therapy is rooted in deep, active listening and a belief that meaningful support must be specific to each individual. I create a therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, valued, and respected. No two individuals are alike, so effective mental health care must reflect the unique needs, identities, and experiences each person brings. I invite and support my clients to guide their own process, collaborating with them to determine the most helpful path forward. I work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, life changes, self-esteem challenges, stress, and relationship or interpersonal issues.
I provide individual and couples therapy.
My approach to therapy is rooted in deep, active listening and a belief that meaningful support must be specific to each individual. I create a therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, valued, and respected. No two individuals are alike, so effective mental health care must reflect the unique needs, identities, and experiences each person brings. I invite and support my clients to guide their own process, collaborating with them to determine the most helpful path forward. I work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, life changes, self-esteem challenges, stress, and relationship or interpersonal issues.
I meet with clients on Zoom, Face time, and phone. I have over thirty years of experience working with clients with Eating Disorders, trauma and neglect. I have presented at National Conferences on my theory of the impact of emotional and physical neglect on peoples lives. I have broadened my work in recent years to include, life transitions, and dealing with the real and also perceived cultural biases of aging and self actualization. In addition, parents and children of all ages often need help with separating from each other in healthy ways. I assist families to communicate toward forming successful relationships.
I meet with clients on Zoom, Face time, and phone. I have over thirty years of experience working with clients with Eating Disorders, trauma and neglect. I have presented at National Conferences on my theory of the impact of emotional and physical neglect on peoples lives. I have broadened my work in recent years to include, life transitions, and dealing with the real and also perceived cultural biases of aging and self actualization. In addition, parents and children of all ages often need help with separating from each other in healthy ways. I assist families to communicate toward forming successful relationships.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.