Oscar Health Therapists in New York, NY

First of all, I commend you for taking the first steps in seeking help. You don’t have to suffer alone. By remaining flexible to your changing needs, I offer a caring, nurturing, and creative space for you to be open and yourself in any capacity that feels right. Within this space there will be no judgment, just empathy for whatever you may be going through. Let me be your sounding board so you can make more connections and have more clarity. You will begin to feel your strengths and trust your own instincts.

Ms. Shorter will meet her client where they are and build a strong foundation which is essential to achieve goals. Ms.Shorter’s ideal client is someone who is seeking a change in their life and is ready to work towards their goals. A client who is ready to learn how psychotherapy could be beneficial . She has an interest in working with clients who maybe experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationships difficulties, grief, and substance use. Ms. Shorter has extensive experiencing working with clients with the following mood disorders, psychotic disorders, substance use, psychosocial stressors, and adjustment issues.

Melissa works with her patients, going at their pace as she guides them through therapy as they regain their sense of safety, healing, and peace. She takes the time to learn about her patients, why they’re seeking therapy, and how she can help guide them toward effective treatment. Her goal is to help her patients cultivate resilience so they can see their inner strengths and find hope in all areas of their lives. Melissa has been providing therapy since 2012 and works with patients ages 11-65.

As difficult as life may seem at times, I aim to help my clients feel as if they don't have to go through it alone. I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and culturally sensitive safe space for my clients. I empower clients on their healing and self-growth journey by truly allowing them to feel heard and accepted. My goal is to help individuals regain control over their mental well-being, and together in a supportive therapeutic space, we can accomplish exactly that. I have worked with at-risk adolescents and adults from a variety of cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, and races.

Allow me to help you understand yourself better, so you can make positive changes in your life! Are you having a hard time making sense of what is going on? Are you having trouble moving on from previous events that occurred in your life? Are you in a relationship or ended one that was unhealthy? Feeling sad, irritable, confused, depressed and overwhelmed are emotions we all feel. They can also cause you to feel paralyzed, defeated and stuck if left ignored. If you have lost interest in doing things, you are struggling to make it through, or being around others has become too much, then let me help you.

Our stories are comprised of unique experiences that both consciously and unconsciously shape who we are. I believe that by seeking to understand the ways in which these experiences have influenced us, a pathway for growth and healing is unveiled. My goal is to create a space that is welcoming, warm and nonjudgmental. One that supports the development of self and will encourage each client to remain steadfast in their journey towards living their most authentic life.

Do you feel overwhelmed with constant worry, overthinking, and endless 'what-if' scenarios? Are you unhappy, unmotivated, and unsure about how life has turned out? Is your inner critic harsh and unrelenting- often causing doubts about your self-worth? Do you have concerns about any of your relationships and wonder how you can improve them? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I can help. I am a clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York State. I received my undergraduate degree in psychology from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. in 2002 and my Masters in Social Work from Adelphi University in Long Island, New York in 2007. In addition to working as a therapist in private practice and clinics, I also have other diverse experiences, including working at Rikers Island, and running foster care group homes for at-risk teenagers. I have also spent the past six years working at Kingsboro Psychiatric Center, a large state psychiatric center located in Brooklyn, New York.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York State. I received my undergraduate degree in psychology from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. in 2002 and my Masters in Social Work from Adelphi University in Long Island, New York in 2007. In addition to working as a therapist in private practice and clinics, I also have other diverse experiences, including working at Rikers Island, and running foster care group homes for at-risk teenagers. I have also spent the past six years working at Kingsboro Psychiatric Center, a large state psychiatric center located in Brooklyn, New York.

Michael Martin is a licensed clinical social worker. His years of experience have helped him become culturally competent in working with patients of different ages, races, and cultures, and he is always eager to expand his understanding. He sees the patient-therapist relationship as a team. With a new patient, Michael first seeks to fully understand the scope of what the patient is seeking help with. From there, he establishes a collaborative relationship based on learning and practicing cooping, cognitive, and social skills to help them thrive and achieve their goals.

I'm a therapist that specializes in trauma, C-PTSD and attachment wounding. I utilize a modern, integrative approach to help clients address and process how the trauma and painful events they've been through have negatively impacted their relationship to themselves and others. It can produce a lot of chronic stress and shame to act out this wounding unconsciously and I hope to create a therapeutic relationship that feels safe and resilient enough to explore these sensitive areas of our psyche. Through this work, we can help you quiet the chaos that arises when confronted with our social and emotional triggers.

Depression and anxiety are overwhelming and affect all aspects of our lives. We can feel out of control and unsure of what to do or where to turn. Although these feelings can lead us to feeling stuck, we have the power of choice. I work with adults and teens who are looking for a safe space to process experiences and explore changes they want to make.

I know personally the courage it takes to take the steps to seek out therapy. Whatever weight you are carrying on your back, whatever is sitting deep in your heart, or whatever obstacles are blocking your way, in this space, we will explore your inner most self in a deep, profound way, explore all nuances of your feelings, and you will receive nonjudgmental acceptance. (Please note that I do not have availability in evening hours, thank you).

You might feel a lack of hope getting through life’s challenges or feel no one understands what you’re going through. You might feel something is holding you back, preventing you from getting to the next level in your life. Maybe you want to be able to communicate better with your significant other or family member, maybe you want to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, or maybe you just need to vent. Too often we are afraid to share what we feel and think, fearing we’ll be judged and hurt for it. This only increases the distance between who we are now and who we genuinely want to be.

Life can be challenging and at times painful. We often need help to sort through difficult issues, clarify needs and desires, and work towards goals that are important to us. Therapy is an opportunity to explore your inner self and become aware of hidden patterns that are holding you back. Talking to a therapist is a way to heal, grow, and come to an understanding of your unique history and present situation.

Many of us, at some point in life, experience overwhelming and unpleasant feelings, such as persistent sadness, anxiety, grief, anger, loneliness, or stress. These may be the result of trauma, problems in relationships, stress because of work or school, loss, major life changes, conflicts, or unconscious/conscious self-defeating beliefs. However, no matter what has happened to us, we all have an innate ability to grow, to process, and to change. That fact that you are in this platform looking for help is already a great first step towards your healing process. I would very much like to help.

My purpose is to help you "see" you. During treatment, you can expect to have a judgment free space where we explore the way that you move in the world, how you cope in daily living and identify ways to better manage emotional well being so that you can reclaim your personal power and live your best life.

Liberation Psychotherapy is a private LGBTQ-centered group therapy practice located in the Chelsea neighborhood of New York City. Our foundational philosophy is based on the meaningful engagement between the therapist and client and achieved using Carl Rogers’ client-centered techniques of active-listening, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. Liberation Psychotherapy’s primary mission is to help clients explore their experiences thereby clients can heal and grow and embrace their strengths and resiliencies. To honor and respect the uniqueness of our clients, we subscribe broadly to a liberation and integrative model.

My counseling style is warm, caring, and interactive. I create a safe, stigma-free environment where all clients are treated with respect, dignity, and compassion. I work to form a treatment plan in coordination with the client so that we can have the most successful counseling relationship possible.