Self-Harming Therapists in New York, NY
Celebration of our authentic selves can create a space for healing. Acting in line with our values can build a platform of self-love. Setting and achieving our goals can instill a sense of agency and purpose in our lives. I aim to serve as a support for empowerment through self-discovery, self-acceptance, skill-building and becoming your best. We will collaborate in the pursuit of your self-defined therapy goals and do so with an anti-oppressive and trauma-informed lens.
Celebration of our authentic selves can create a space for healing. Acting in line with our values can build a platform of self-love. Setting and achieving our goals can instill a sense of agency and purpose in our lives. I aim to serve as a support for empowerment through self-discovery, self-acceptance, skill-building and becoming your best. We will collaborate in the pursuit of your self-defined therapy goals and do so with an anti-oppressive and trauma-informed lens.
Working with children, adults and families I am committed to foster a collaborative process tailored to fit your needs and style. I will help you work through challenges of coping with distressing emotions, difficulties in relationships, issues of transitions, identity development, and cultural diversity. I am also experienced working with those who struggle with suicidal thoughts and self-harm behaviors. I would like to be your guide as we work together to uncover the happiest version of yourself, your child, or your family — and help you to become it. All while developing the strength and flexibility of your mind.
Working with children, adults and families I am committed to foster a collaborative process tailored to fit your needs and style. I will help you work through challenges of coping with distressing emotions, difficulties in relationships, issues of transitions, identity development, and cultural diversity. I am also experienced working with those who struggle with suicidal thoughts and self-harm behaviors. I would like to be your guide as we work together to uncover the happiest version of yourself, your child, or your family — and help you to become it. All while developing the strength and flexibility of your mind.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and taking the first step is brave. I believe deeply in resilience and work from a strengths-based perspective. Together, we’ll address your challenges while identifying and building on your existing strengths. My goal is to create a safe, supportive relationship where you feel accepted and not alone on this journey. I’m here to walk alongside you and create a space where you can feel safe to grow and heal. Welcome!
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and taking the first step is brave. I believe deeply in resilience and work from a strengths-based perspective. Together, we’ll address your challenges while identifying and building on your existing strengths. My goal is to create a safe, supportive relationship where you feel accepted and not alone on this journey. I’m here to walk alongside you and create a space where you can feel safe to grow and heal. Welcome!
No matter what stage of life you may be in – adulthood or adolescence – life can be difficult. It can feel out of control, messy, and stressful. Whether you are struggling or need help for your teen, Empower Your Mind Therapy (EYMT) is here to help. Our process at EYMT is to help clients build more effective and helpful behaviors around new thoughts. Our mission is to provide all clients with the tools, skills and empowerment they need to build their life worth living.
No matter what stage of life you may be in – adulthood or adolescence – life can be difficult. It can feel out of control, messy, and stressful. Whether you are struggling or need help for your teen, Empower Your Mind Therapy (EYMT) is here to help. Our process at EYMT is to help clients build more effective and helpful behaviors around new thoughts. Our mission is to provide all clients with the tools, skills and empowerment they need to build their life worth living.
My work is grounded in close listening, focused inquiry, and attention to how experience is organized in the body and in relationships. I am especially effective at helping clients get unstuck—identifying what is actually shaping their choices and responses, often beneath habitual narratives or over-analysis. Drawing on extensive clinical experience, I work efficiently, helping clients gain clarity, experiment with new ways of responding, and build momentum toward change rather than remaining caught in prolonged reflection.
My work is grounded in close listening, focused inquiry, and attention to how experience is organized in the body and in relationships. I am especially effective at helping clients get unstuck—identifying what is actually shaping their choices and responses, often beneath habitual narratives or over-analysis. Drawing on extensive clinical experience, I work efficiently, helping clients gain clarity, experiment with new ways of responding, and build momentum toward change rather than remaining caught in prolonged reflection.
As an LCSW, I take a person-centered approach, recognizing that each individual is unique and benefits from personalized care. I focus on empowering clients and strengthening self-confidence and self-esteem. I have experience working with diverse populations and a wide range of diagnoses. I believe everyone has innate coping and survival skills that can be adapted to support growth and well-being. In our work together, you’ll have strong autonomy in your treatment and be met with compassion, empathy, and a commitment to reducing shame and fostering self-love.
As an LCSW, I take a person-centered approach, recognizing that each individual is unique and benefits from personalized care. I focus on empowering clients and strengthening self-confidence and self-esteem. I have experience working with diverse populations and a wide range of diagnoses. I believe everyone has innate coping and survival skills that can be adapted to support growth and well-being. In our work together, you’ll have strong autonomy in your treatment and be met with compassion, empathy, and a commitment to reducing shame and fostering self-love.
Whether you are an individual or present as a couple, my main objective is to help you explore your current quality of life and determine what may be helpful in improving therapy outcomes. Through honest and open self-exploration, we can begin to navigate your needs and goals. I commend you for placing a priority on your mental health needs and reaching out to SonderMind. It takes courage to be vulnerable and you have taken the first steps!
I am fully licensed through both New York State and Connecticut.
Whether you are an individual or present as a couple, my main objective is to help you explore your current quality of life and determine what may be helpful in improving therapy outcomes. Through honest and open self-exploration, we can begin to navigate your needs and goals. I commend you for placing a priority on your mental health needs and reaching out to SonderMind. It takes courage to be vulnerable and you have taken the first steps!
I am fully licensed through both New York State and Connecticut.
Does it feel like anxiety or other emotions hold you hostage? Or do you, your teen, or your college-aged child struggle to make sense of your emotions or feel like emotions (or running from emotions) drive your decisions? Emotions are beautiful and challenging, and I love helping teens, young adults, and adults navigate the storm and move toward a life worth living. I completed my post-doc training at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School in the 3East Intensive Program providing adherent DBT therapy to adolescents. I have experience in a range of settings including community mental health, IOP, PHP, and Residential Treatment.
Does it feel like anxiety or other emotions hold you hostage? Or do you, your teen, or your college-aged child struggle to make sense of your emotions or feel like emotions (or running from emotions) drive your decisions? Emotions are beautiful and challenging, and I love helping teens, young adults, and adults navigate the storm and move toward a life worth living. I completed my post-doc training at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School in the 3East Intensive Program providing adherent DBT therapy to adolescents. I have experience in a range of settings including community mental health, IOP, PHP, and Residential Treatment.
My ideal client is someone who’s ready to explore their mental health, even if they’re not sure where to start. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or life stress, and want to feel more balanced and in control. They’re motivated to grow, open to self-reflection, and seeking a safe space to better understand themselves. Together, we work to uncover the root of their struggles and build insight, resilience, and healthier patterns.
My ideal client is someone who’s ready to explore their mental health, even if they’re not sure where to start. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or life stress, and want to feel more balanced and in control. They’re motivated to grow, open to self-reflection, and seeking a safe space to better understand themselves. Together, we work to uncover the root of their struggles and build insight, resilience, and healthier patterns.
I have been working as a mental health therapist for more than 5 years, treating adults through bouts of depression, anxiety, trauma, transitions, divorces, times of grief and uncertainty. I truly value the therapeutic space and strive for you to feel welcomed and comforted within each session.
I have been working as a mental health therapist for more than 5 years, treating adults through bouts of depression, anxiety, trauma, transitions, divorces, times of grief and uncertainty. I truly value the therapeutic space and strive for you to feel welcomed and comforted within each session.
I create a therapeutic space that is both grounding and growth-oriented. My style blends warmth and collaboration with a clear, direct approach so you feel supported and gently challenged to grow. I work with adults, couples, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Using a trauma-informed perspective and training in EMDR, ketamine-assisted therapy, and identity-affirming care, I tailor sessions to help you feel seen, understood, and empowered.
I create a therapeutic space that is both grounding and growth-oriented. My style blends warmth and collaboration with a clear, direct approach so you feel supported and gently challenged to grow. I work with adults, couples, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Using a trauma-informed perspective and training in EMDR, ketamine-assisted therapy, and identity-affirming care, I tailor sessions to help you feel seen, understood, and empowered.
In our work together, we’ll take time to understand the challenges you’re facing—whether it’s anxiety that keeps you on edge, depression that feels heavy and persistent, or the lingering impact of trauma. Rather than rushing to “fix” things, we’ll move at a pace that feels safe, focusing on gently shifting patterns and beliefs that may have once helped you cope but no longer serve the life you’re trying to build. You can expect a supportive space where compassion and honesty go hand in hand, and where you’re encouraged to show up exactly as you are.
In our work together, we’ll take time to understand the challenges you’re facing—whether it’s anxiety that keeps you on edge, depression that feels heavy and persistent, or the lingering impact of trauma. Rather than rushing to “fix” things, we’ll move at a pace that feels safe, focusing on gently shifting patterns and beliefs that may have once helped you cope but no longer serve the life you’re trying to build. You can expect a supportive space where compassion and honesty go hand in hand, and where you’re encouraged to show up exactly as you are.
Life is complex, and you might experience a gap between what you want and where you are at. If you are feeling stuck, anxious, perhaps experiencing difficulty making important decisions, or feeling that your life is not moving in the direction you want; psychotherapy might be a space for you to evolve in the way you desire by learning about yourself and ways to transition your current circumstances.
Life is complex, and you might experience a gap between what you want and where you are at. If you are feeling stuck, anxious, perhaps experiencing difficulty making important decisions, or feeling that your life is not moving in the direction you want; psychotherapy might be a space for you to evolve in the way you desire by learning about yourself and ways to transition your current circumstances.
Are you struggling with rumination, obsessive thinking, or overwhelming anxiety? Are your intense emotions and impulsive behaviors in the driver's seat? Not sure how to describe what's going on, but feel you're ready to change? I'm passionate about getting evidence-based psychotherapy to my clients in a way that's timely, identity-affirming, and culturally sensitive. I work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, insomnia, and obsessive compulsive disorder. I also provide comprehensive support to individuals struggling with self-harm, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, and emotion dysregulation.
Are you struggling with rumination, obsessive thinking, or overwhelming anxiety? Are your intense emotions and impulsive behaviors in the driver's seat? Not sure how to describe what's going on, but feel you're ready to change? I'm passionate about getting evidence-based psychotherapy to my clients in a way that's timely, identity-affirming, and culturally sensitive. I work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, insomnia, and obsessive compulsive disorder. I also provide comprehensive support to individuals struggling with self-harm, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, and emotion dysregulation.
Hi, I’m Will—a New York–based therapist who helps young adults and adults navigate anxiety, depression, and life transitions using practical, evidence-based CBT techniques. I provide a supportive, affirming space for LGBTQ+ clients to explore identity, relationships, and self-growth with authenticity and compassion. Together, we’ll unpack mental clutter, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and find moments to laugh along the way. My goal is to help you feel grounded, understood, and a little lighter after each session.
Hi, I’m Will—a New York–based therapist who helps young adults and adults navigate anxiety, depression, and life transitions using practical, evidence-based CBT techniques. I provide a supportive, affirming space for LGBTQ+ clients to explore identity, relationships, and self-growth with authenticity and compassion. Together, we’ll unpack mental clutter, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and find moments to laugh along the way. My goal is to help you feel grounded, understood, and a little lighter after each session.
Gillian Murphy, Ph.D. Suicide Care
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10012
I am a NY, NJ, and CT licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist. I was born and raised in Ireland and received my BA in Psychology from University College Dublin. After coming to the US, I received both my MSW and Ph.D. from Columbia University School of Social Work. I am trained in CBT and DBT, both evidence-based approaches to the treatment of a range of mental health concerns. These therapeutic approaches provide flexible frameworks through which to view presenting issues and are practical and skill-based which allow for gains to be carried forward long after therapy has finished.
I am a NY, NJ, and CT licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist. I was born and raised in Ireland and received my BA in Psychology from University College Dublin. After coming to the US, I received both my MSW and Ph.D. from Columbia University School of Social Work. I am trained in CBT and DBT, both evidence-based approaches to the treatment of a range of mental health concerns. These therapeutic approaches provide flexible frameworks through which to view presenting issues and are practical and skill-based which allow for gains to be carried forward long after therapy has finished.
Do you or your child suffer from anxiety or depression? Do worry, social fears, or obsessive-compulsive disorder keep you from fully participating in life? Have you or someone you love felt desperate and suffered from suicidal thoughts or self-injury? Do you want to build a better life, a life worth living, and escape from overwhelming emotional pain and doubt? I help adolescents and young adults to become the people they want to be by developing skills they need to understand and manage their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors more effectively.
Do you or your child suffer from anxiety or depression? Do worry, social fears, or obsessive-compulsive disorder keep you from fully participating in life? Have you or someone you love felt desperate and suffered from suicidal thoughts or self-injury? Do you want to build a better life, a life worth living, and escape from overwhelming emotional pain and doubt? I help adolescents and young adults to become the people they want to be by developing skills they need to understand and manage their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors more effectively.
Hello! I am a LCSW who works with people navigating life changes. I support clients of various ages and backgrounds facing challenges such as relationship difficulties, work concerns, addiction, depression, anxiety, domestic violence, and major life transitions. I strive to make therapy genuine, positive, respectful, and safe. I believe you are the expert on your story and that your strengths can help you overcome challenges and achieve meaningful growth.
Hello! I am a LCSW who works with people navigating life changes. I support clients of various ages and backgrounds facing challenges such as relationship difficulties, work concerns, addiction, depression, anxiety, domestic violence, and major life transitions. I strive to make therapy genuine, positive, respectful, and safe. I believe you are the expert on your story and that your strengths can help you overcome challenges and achieve meaningful growth.
Has life been feeling overly challenging lately? Has it been hard to reach your goals, or even know what you want to work towards? Taking that first step to start your own therapeutic journey can be a challenging one, and it's my job to provide an empathetic, nonjudgmental space for you to build a life that you want to live. Through the use of research backed therapies, I aim to help you manage life stressors, work on relationship issues, identify your goals and values, and feel fulfilled being who you are.
Has life been feeling overly challenging lately? Has it been hard to reach your goals, or even know what you want to work towards? Taking that first step to start your own therapeutic journey can be a challenging one, and it's my job to provide an empathetic, nonjudgmental space for you to build a life that you want to live. Through the use of research backed therapies, I aim to help you manage life stressors, work on relationship issues, identify your goals and values, and feel fulfilled being who you are.
Seeing your child angry, depressed, anxious, and engaging in self destructive behaviors like cutting or using substances is overwhelming, confusing and frightening.
Using a strength-focused and person-centered approach to therapy, I empower my clients to find their voice and support them as they develop coping skills, process their emotions, and grow into their genuine self. My areas of focus include self-harming behaviors, low self esteem, depression, anxiety, substance use, and LGBTQIA+ identity exploration.
Seeing your child angry, depressed, anxious, and engaging in self destructive behaviors like cutting or using substances is overwhelming, confusing and frightening.
Using a strength-focused and person-centered approach to therapy, I empower my clients to find their voice and support them as they develop coping skills, process their emotions, and grow into their genuine self. My areas of focus include self-harming behaviors, low self esteem, depression, anxiety, substance use, and LGBTQIA+ identity exploration.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.