Trauma and PTSD Therapists in New York, NY

I have been in practice 25 years. These days, the modalities that are my center are AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) and EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples), both are attachment & bonding based, and rely on feeling experientially & expressing primary emotion. I use EMDR (Flash technique too) and hypnosis as adjunctive therapies when needed, for example when treating trauma . I offer Life Coaching with a focus on personal fulfillment and relationships. I work for healing, and believe our wildest dreams can come true--even some we haven't dare dream yet.

Are you suffering from stress, anxiety or trauma ? Are your relationships problematic? Do you have health issues or are in a spiritual crisis? Through my holistic approach, with attention to the mind and body connection, you will deepen your capacity for self reflection and understanding, liberate your creativity and ability to communicate effectively and develop your innate self healing ability. With warmth and empathy we will work on nurturing your mind, body and spirit so that you can gain insight, and find solutions that work best for you that allow you to live your life to the fullest.

I am a licensed mental health counselor, certified Gestalt therapist, and a visiting faculty at a post-graduate psychotherapy training institute. I practice from a body-oriented relational and culturally sensitive approach, specializing in working with survivors of dysfunctional upbringing, acute and chronic trauma , and LGBTQ+ issues.

Understanding your emotions and being able to express them with a trained professional can help you overcome the challenges in your life. It is common to avoid thoughts and feelings that are distressing, and for this reason many people hesitate calling a therapist until long after they initially contemplate it. I focus on the reasons behind these avoidances in order to make life more manageable, and I do so in a safe, comfortable, and nonjudgmental space. Discussing and understanding your past experiences and relationships are important parts of gaining insight and making necessary changes.

We are a group of therapists of color in New York, whose approach to therapy is rooted in anti-oppressive philosophy. We are committed to providing trauma -informed, strength-based and culturally affirming treatments that center and value the richness of our clients’ lives. Our goal is to build authentic connections that allow for healing, self-discovery and transformation.

I would like to offer my help to anyone who struggles with the current global situation. Right now many of us are struggling with increased stress and anxiety, as well as heavy emotions that might be coming up from unprocessed experiences from the past. Understanding the ways our nervous system and body handle stress and trauma can be very helpful in finding our way through the storm.

If you think you think too much, you are correct. You have over six thousand thoughts each day. If you hang onto your brain’s every word, then you may also feel like you feel too much. Human beings are creatures of habit. We tend to go back again and again to the coping skills that keep us going, no matter how they make us feel. Sometimes, it takes a few tries to shake up an old pattern and change how we experience our lives. That’s where therapy comes in. We can work side-by-side to identify the changes you want to make in your life, create a plan, and use research-supported methods to follow through.

Are you looking for a psychologist who is warm, direct and will work collaboratively with you? Together, we will work on using new tools to manage your anxiety and improve your overall mood, interpersonal skills and quality of life. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, which have been shown to be the most effective type of treatments for many psychological problems.

Do you ever question what you are doing, and where you are going? Maybe you feel stuck, unheard, overwhelmed, anxious or at a loss. Do you find yourself reliving old patterns? My hope is to help you break away from these patterns you feel confined to, to become a more vibrant and liberated you. Our work together will build a unique foundation of resources and support that will allow you to feel more grounded and present within. We will explore tools to regulate emotions, connect past experiences with your present and work with the body to create real change that can help restore feelings of hope that may feel distant to you now.

Many of us can identify with feeling stuck inside negative thought patterns that leave us inhibited by self doubt, fear and anxiety. Unfortunately we live in a society that can often feel unsupportive, leading us to feel isolated and alone with our feelings. Past hurts can create a sense of shame and self blame that hold us back from achieving our goals. We find ourselves repeating behaviors we’d like to change, but don’t know where to begin or how to do that. The idea of actual change can feel overwhelming or even impossible, but it's not. We do not choose our feelings, but we can choose how we address them.

Whether you're exploring your identity, coping with ADHD or anxiety, regaining your footing after a traumatic event, or addressing other challenges, therapy can help. In a safe, affirming environment, I'll help you and your loved one(s) feel more secure, confident, and connected.

​My primary focus is working with adults and couples dealing with relationship issues, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and trauma . Whether you are facing issues in your relationships, adjusting to change, or experiencing seemingly unmanageable emotions, it can feel incredibly overwhelming to make changes in your life. I'm here to help you understand and confront your challenges, starting from the root cause. We'll work together to understand how and why you think, feel, and behave as you do, and rewrite your internal narrative to promote substantive, long-lasting changes in your quality of life.

You've come a long way, baby. You're doing it. You're killing it at work or at school. You always have. But somehow, those old ways of thinking and feeling about yourself have followed. At work, and with your friends, it looks like you have it all together. If anything, you're the first to lend a hand to others, even when you are completely running on empty. But something is missing, and its gnawing at you. You don't know what you want or need most of the time. We can figure that out together.

I treat each therapy session as an opportunity to learn more about you as the client and to recognize your strengths and resilience. I am client-focused and collaborative and draw on techniques from Trauma -Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I practice from a trauma -focused lens and incorporate mindfulness activities during our sessions. I offer a warm and non-judgmental space for you to identify and explore your feelings and I view myself as your teammate in your healing process. Together we will establish intentional treatment goals and work towards them as teammates.

Together we work to create a calm, safe, non-judgmental atmosphere that allows you the freedom to express yourself. It's not always easy to speak about problems or painful pasts or, at times, current situations, but careful empathetic listening and gentle inquiry make it possible to begin to explore feelings and behaviors and eventually to gain insights that facilitate changes. I have worked successfully with a diversity of individuals with a range of concerns and issues, including interpersonal difficulties, depression, anxiety, and relationship/family issues, and trauma .

I am a licensed mental health counselor at Thriving Center of Psychology in New York, and also hold licenses in New Jersey as a licensed professional counselor, and in New Hampshire as a licensed clinical mental health counselor. I treat a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma , workplace stress, life transitions, and relationship issues. Specifically, I have expertise in using evidenced-based treatments for OCD, body-focused repetitive behaviors (tics, excoriation, and trichotillomania), hoarding, PTSD , and Generalized Anxiety Disorder.

Worries and intrusive thoughts may be hard to turn off. Hopelessness, shame, and low self-worth might be dimming your light (in your personal relationships or at work). Relationship issues, early traumatic experiences, or communication struggles may be keeping you from thriving. But there is a way. There always is. And I can help you find it. I’ll guide you to explore your life experiences and develop solutions for your unique challenges. You’ll gain insight and tools to greet yourself with compassion, challenge limiting patterns, manage your symptoms, and improve your relationship with yourself and others.