Schema Therapy in New York, NY
I am a compassionate and insightful Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in helping couples deepen their emotional intimacy, resolve long-standing conflicts, and strengthen their connection. My approach integrates systemic, attachment-based, and polyvagal theories with experiential and somatic methods, including mindfulness and tantric practices. This combination allows me to guide couples toward a deeper, embodied emotional experience, facilitating healing at the root of relational and personal struggles.
I am particularly skilled in identifying and addressing underlying family-of-origin dynamics that impact couples’
I am a compassionate and insightful Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in helping couples deepen their emotional intimacy, resolve long-standing conflicts, and strengthen their connection. My approach integrates systemic, attachment-based, and polyvagal theories with experiential and somatic methods, including mindfulness and tantric practices. This combination allows me to guide couples toward a deeper, embodied emotional experience, facilitating healing at the root of relational and personal struggles.
I am particularly skilled in identifying and addressing underlying family-of-origin dynamics that impact couples’
I am an easy to relate to therapist who has an uncanny ability to balance warmth and validation with being genuine and direct. I will collaborate with you to determine the way of relating, therapeutic style, and specific therapy interventions that make you feel most comfortable and are the most successful. I will use my expert training and education, using a growth oriented approach, to help you recover from depression, manage anxiety, improve your relationships (work, family, friendships, and romantic), and cope with general life stressors.
I am an easy to relate to therapist who has an uncanny ability to balance warmth and validation with being genuine and direct. I will collaborate with you to determine the way of relating, therapeutic style, and specific therapy interventions that make you feel most comfortable and are the most successful. I will use my expert training and education, using a growth oriented approach, to help you recover from depression, manage anxiety, improve your relationships (work, family, friendships, and romantic), and cope with general life stressors.
I believe therapy means making you feel deeply known and accepted. My approach centers on harnessing your unique strengths in building the bridge between where you are and where you want to be. I'd like to help you understand your emotional concerns from a perspective of humanistic compassion; that your younger self did your best to cope by what very limited options were available to you. The process of understanding yourself with compassion and learning new ways of being in the world isn't always easy, but I'll be with you every step of the way.
I believe therapy means making you feel deeply known and accepted. My approach centers on harnessing your unique strengths in building the bridge between where you are and where you want to be. I'd like to help you understand your emotional concerns from a perspective of humanistic compassion; that your younger self did your best to cope by what very limited options were available to you. The process of understanding yourself with compassion and learning new ways of being in the world isn't always easy, but I'll be with you every step of the way.
In a world inundated with superficial ideals and societal pressures, life often presents us with challenges that can obscure our path to self-discovery and fulfillment. My clients often find themselves toiling with conflicts around relationships, as well as a lack of personal identity that leaves them feeling anxious, depressive, or purposeless; they find themselves stuck, stagnant, and unsure of how to pluck themselves out of despair. By delving into the messiness of the human condition and cultivating the desire to understand yourself, you can begin to create space between the things that rule you.
In a world inundated with superficial ideals and societal pressures, life often presents us with challenges that can obscure our path to self-discovery and fulfillment. My clients often find themselves toiling with conflicts around relationships, as well as a lack of personal identity that leaves them feeling anxious, depressive, or purposeless; they find themselves stuck, stagnant, and unsure of how to pluck themselves out of despair. By delving into the messiness of the human condition and cultivating the desire to understand yourself, you can begin to create space between the things that rule you.
Do you feel like you go from really high intense moments to really low moments or not feeling anything at all? Do you beat yourself up for things and have that "mean" inner dialogue? Does your head feel like it's going to explode with all your thoughts? These are all issues that stem from emotion dysregulation and maladaptive schemas. The good news is there are a lot of ways we can help address this!
Do you feel like you go from really high intense moments to really low moments or not feeling anything at all? Do you beat yourself up for things and have that "mean" inner dialogue? Does your head feel like it's going to explode with all your thoughts? These are all issues that stem from emotion dysregulation and maladaptive schemas. The good news is there are a lot of ways we can help address this!
Feeling stuck can be isolating. However, substance use is an all too common experience; millions struggle every year. It is not a personal or moral failing, but rather a complex health issue that requires support and resources. Connecting with highly trained medical professionals specializing in problemed use targets your specific experience to create productive connection in sessions. Talking it through can spark growth, leading to lasting change so you can feel better. I also treat Anxiety, Depression and Big Life Changes. I welcome you, regardless of where you’re starting.
Feeling stuck can be isolating. However, substance use is an all too common experience; millions struggle every year. It is not a personal or moral failing, but rather a complex health issue that requires support and resources. Connecting with highly trained medical professionals specializing in problemed use targets your specific experience to create productive connection in sessions. Talking it through can spark growth, leading to lasting change so you can feel better. I also treat Anxiety, Depression and Big Life Changes. I welcome you, regardless of where you’re starting.
Pursuing therapy is a courageous act because it is a process where you can grow and evolve. I like to think of therapy as a collaborative healing experience where we can work together to help improve the aspects of your life that are troublesome. I'll help you discover your untapped strengths and potential in the process. My hope is that you can feel empowered, increase your confidence, and develop a better understanding of yourself. The ultimate goal of working with me is not to be stuck in therapy, but to be able to live your life more fully!
Pursuing therapy is a courageous act because it is a process where you can grow and evolve. I like to think of therapy as a collaborative healing experience where we can work together to help improve the aspects of your life that are troublesome. I'll help you discover your untapped strengths and potential in the process. My hope is that you can feel empowered, increase your confidence, and develop a better understanding of yourself. The ultimate goal of working with me is not to be stuck in therapy, but to be able to live your life more fully!
You've built a thriving career as a professional through dedicated effort. You work in finance, law, hi-tech, medicine, real estate, architecture and despite all your efforts and successes, you still feel something isn't working. Perhaps it's a sense of lack of direction, relationship issues, loneliness, or boredom. You may be struggling with intimacy, bonding with new friends and romantic partners. You reached a point in your life when you what to address repressed emotions and fears.
You've built a thriving career as a professional through dedicated effort. You work in finance, law, hi-tech, medicine, real estate, architecture and despite all your efforts and successes, you still feel something isn't working. Perhaps it's a sense of lack of direction, relationship issues, loneliness, or boredom. You may be struggling with intimacy, bonding with new friends and romantic partners. You reached a point in your life when you what to address repressed emotions and fears.
I provide a safe therapeutic treatment space for those within and outside the LGBTQ/QI 2-S+ spectrum, GNC/Non-Binary, and BDSM/Kink community. I have extensive experience working with individuals who have been diagnosed as Differently-Abled/Special Needs/ASD/Neuroatypical/ Neurodivergent or with an Intellectual and Emotional Disability.
I provide a safe therapeutic treatment space for those within and outside the LGBTQ/QI 2-S+ spectrum, GNC/Non-Binary, and BDSM/Kink community. I have extensive experience working with individuals who have been diagnosed as Differently-Abled/Special Needs/ASD/Neuroatypical/ Neurodivergent or with an Intellectual and Emotional Disability.
My expertise includes: Founder and executive therapy, corporate burn out, dating & relationship challenges, family and cultural stress, and chronic indecision anxiety. I work with you to deepen the understanding of the psychology that maintains your chronic frustrations and relationship issues.
For NY residents wanting to work with me in person, my office is based in Manhattan (Flatiron). I can provide teletherapy throughout New York and California.
My expertise includes: Founder and executive therapy, corporate burn out, dating & relationship challenges, family and cultural stress, and chronic indecision anxiety. I work with you to deepen the understanding of the psychology that maintains your chronic frustrations and relationship issues.
For NY residents wanting to work with me in person, my office is based in Manhattan (Flatiron). I can provide teletherapy throughout New York and California.
Dr. Silvia Birklein, SYNC Psychological Services™
Psychologist, PhD, MA, LCAT, BC-DMT, CMA
New York, NY 10010
I am a licensed psychologist/psychoanalyst with over 20 years of practice in psychotherapy and body/mind approaches. If you experience trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship problems, I am dedicated to helping you. I'll work with you on becoming aware of unresolved issues that limit your choices and freedom in life by attending carefully to your narrative and experience. Emphasis is on an exploration of your issues, and on the therapeutic relationship. In addition, our group has a team of experts/clinicians who are trained in a variety of approaches and issues. Please see the website for more info: WWW.SYNCPSYCH.COM
I am a licensed psychologist/psychoanalyst with over 20 years of practice in psychotherapy and body/mind approaches. If you experience trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship problems, I am dedicated to helping you. I'll work with you on becoming aware of unresolved issues that limit your choices and freedom in life by attending carefully to your narrative and experience. Emphasis is on an exploration of your issues, and on the therapeutic relationship. In addition, our group has a team of experts/clinicians who are trained in a variety of approaches and issues. Please see the website for more info: WWW.SYNCPSYCH.COM
If you’re not feeling like yourself lately, you’re not alone. Many Americans feel the country is out of control and is careening towards an existential crisis. Typical everyday stressors like work, relationships, and family are being exacerbated feelings of a loss of individual agency. We demand a lot of ourselves, and sometimes we feel that we’re not living up to our own standards, or that we’re not where we should be in our lives, that success and happiness might not even be achievable anymore. Therapy can help you get a sense of perspective, express your emotions, and regain a sense of self.
If you’re not feeling like yourself lately, you’re not alone. Many Americans feel the country is out of control and is careening towards an existential crisis. Typical everyday stressors like work, relationships, and family are being exacerbated feelings of a loss of individual agency. We demand a lot of ourselves, and sometimes we feel that we’re not living up to our own standards, or that we’re not where we should be in our lives, that success and happiness might not even be achievable anymore. Therapy can help you get a sense of perspective, express your emotions, and regain a sense of self.
Finding a therapist can be a challenging endeavor. Perhaps you are feeling nervous or overwhelmed about beginning. Or maybe you've tried therapy at one point in your life but felt discouraged as you continued to struggle with the very issues that brought you in. My aim is to listen with close attention to your experiences and to support you in better understanding your thoughts, feelings, patterns, and behaviors.
Finding a therapist can be a challenging endeavor. Perhaps you are feeling nervous or overwhelmed about beginning. Or maybe you've tried therapy at one point in your life but felt discouraged as you continued to struggle with the very issues that brought you in. My aim is to listen with close attention to your experiences and to support you in better understanding your thoughts, feelings, patterns, and behaviors.
I am a therapist with over 15 years of experience. I am kind and compassionate and I believe in therapy for all. I love people and would like to join you on a path to self-actualization. I am able to accept most insurance plans. I utilize these theories: Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Motivational Interviewing, Spirituality, and Dialectic Behavioral Theory. Some of the issues I work with are Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Anger, Career, Money, Addiction, and LGBTQ+,. also, I am a 12-step navigator. I work with individuals, couples, and Families. People, I find, want to be the best of themselves in all areas of life. I can help.
I am a therapist with over 15 years of experience. I am kind and compassionate and I believe in therapy for all. I love people and would like to join you on a path to self-actualization. I am able to accept most insurance plans. I utilize these theories: Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Motivational Interviewing, Spirituality, and Dialectic Behavioral Theory. Some of the issues I work with are Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Anger, Career, Money, Addiction, and LGBTQ+,. also, I am a 12-step navigator. I work with individuals, couples, and Families. People, I find, want to be the best of themselves in all areas of life. I can help.
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or unhappy? First, take a moment to BREATHE. The next step towards relief is to connect with a seasoned empathetic therapist. Life often presents us with daunting challenges that can cloud our judgment & obscure our options during emotional turmoil. I offer a compassionate, judgment-free space where you can freely express your innermost thoughts & feelings. Together, we'll embark on a journey to explore your choices & strengthen your abilities. For 16 years, I have helped clients manage struggles with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, tumultuous relationships, & childhood trauma.
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or unhappy? First, take a moment to BREATHE. The next step towards relief is to connect with a seasoned empathetic therapist. Life often presents us with daunting challenges that can cloud our judgment & obscure our options during emotional turmoil. I offer a compassionate, judgment-free space where you can freely express your innermost thoughts & feelings. Together, we'll embark on a journey to explore your choices & strengthen your abilities. For 16 years, I have helped clients manage struggles with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, tumultuous relationships, & childhood trauma.
Hi there, I'm Colleen! Are you navigating a big transition, feeling overwhelmed by expectations, or searching for a stronger connection to yourself? I specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals and professionals who are moving through life's many shifts. I am passionate about helping people feel empowered to break down their personal barriers, become their best selves, and live the life that they have always dreamed of living.
Hi there, I'm Colleen! Are you navigating a big transition, feeling overwhelmed by expectations, or searching for a stronger connection to yourself? I specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals and professionals who are moving through life's many shifts. I am passionate about helping people feel empowered to break down their personal barriers, become their best selves, and live the life that they have always dreamed of living.
I aspire to create a space that is welcoming, safe, non-judgmental, empathic and introspective. My goal is to help you learn about yourself and how you relate to others so that you can make positive improvements that are lasting. Therapy can be challenging; but my belief is that through this meaningful work you will develop a deeper sense of self and awareness of strengths that may have gone undiscovered to this point. In therapy, issues to be resolved will be addressed with the idea that self-awareness leads to choice, responsibility and change.
I aspire to create a space that is welcoming, safe, non-judgmental, empathic and introspective. My goal is to help you learn about yourself and how you relate to others so that you can make positive improvements that are lasting. Therapy can be challenging; but my belief is that through this meaningful work you will develop a deeper sense of self and awareness of strengths that may have gone undiscovered to this point. In therapy, issues to be resolved will be addressed with the idea that self-awareness leads to choice, responsibility and change.
I specialize in providing neurodiverse-affirming therapy. What does this mean? It means that my therapeutic approach is to help you embrace your differences while still trying to navigate a neurotypical world and expectations. Usually, the clients I see in my practice are adults who have trouble navigating life transitions and are usually on the spectrum of ADHD, Autism, OCD, Anxiety, and/or Depression. I don’t believe people necessarily fit in a neat little box that is labeled with a mental health diagnosis. I don’t believe that a diagnosis should be a means to an end for treatment. There’s no one size fits all treatment.
I specialize in providing neurodiverse-affirming therapy. What does this mean? It means that my therapeutic approach is to help you embrace your differences while still trying to navigate a neurotypical world and expectations. Usually, the clients I see in my practice are adults who have trouble navigating life transitions and are usually on the spectrum of ADHD, Autism, OCD, Anxiety, and/or Depression. I don’t believe people necessarily fit in a neat little box that is labeled with a mental health diagnosis. I don’t believe that a diagnosis should be a means to an end for treatment. There’s no one size fits all treatment.
Hi, I'm Maria Westgate and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in NY. My approach to therapy is eclectic and based on what you best respond to but is rooted in Gestalt and Existentialism. I specialize in trauma and working with Asian individuals, especially those who are first-generation or immigrants.
Hi, I'm Maria Westgate and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in NY. My approach to therapy is eclectic and based on what you best respond to but is rooted in Gestalt and Existentialism. I specialize in trauma and working with Asian individuals, especially those who are first-generation or immigrants.
“I bring a deep curiosity to help you explore your whole self—physical, emotional, social, and spiritual — as you work toward a fuller and intersectional understanding of yourself and the relationships around you. We’ll craft a space to process your experiences, gain awareness of your thoughts, behaviors and emotions, and envision a more integrated, liberating life."
Before you’re connected with your therapist, our warm and skilled receptionist will reach out to confirm your insurance or out-of-pocket benefits. This helps us ensure a smooth and stress-free start to your care!
“I bring a deep curiosity to help you explore your whole self—physical, emotional, social, and spiritual — as you work toward a fuller and intersectional understanding of yourself and the relationships around you. We’ll craft a space to process your experiences, gain awareness of your thoughts, behaviors and emotions, and envision a more integrated, liberating life."
Before you’re connected with your therapist, our warm and skilled receptionist will reach out to confirm your insurance or out-of-pocket benefits. This helps us ensure a smooth and stress-free start to your care!
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Nearby Schema Therapy Searches for New York
- Astoria
- Bronx
- Brooklyn
- Flushing
- Forest Hills
- Great Neck
- Hastings on Hudson
- Jamaica
- Long Island City
- Ridgewood
- Staten Island
- Yonkers