Trauma and PTSD Therapists in New York, NY

I am committed to providing therapy in which a client’s most authentic, true self is recognized and supported. My approach has worked well for clients seeking therapy for various reasons, including survivors of direct and/or intergenerational trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, body-focused repetitive behaviors, and those seeking to explore their sexuality and/or gender identities.

Abby is a Mental Health Counselor who appreciates the complexities of the Individuals, Couples, and Families (10 years old and above) that she works with. Her clinical practice is comprised of compassion, curiosity, and an understanding of the systems that individuals engage with. Abby prioritizes collaboration with all her clients to create a unique therapeutic space that is tailored specifically to their needs and comfort levels.

I'm not your average therapist. I'm a relatable and supportive therapist who utilizes an integrative approach (think MIND and BODY) for 20- and 30-something New Yorkers. Many of my clients appear to have it all together; however, they can't seem to shake the unrelenting self-doubt, ‘what-if’ thinking, and uncertainty. If you can relate to this, you've probably also tried it all to feel better - therapy, self-help courses, podcasts. This is where I come in. My approach to therapy is solution-focused and integrative meaning you'll feel supported and empowered to dig deep and make incredible changes in your life.

At times, life’s challenges can take a toll on our wellbeing, stripping us of the sense of freedom and authenticity we once embodied. However, with a safe environment and the right therapeutic fit, one can begin getting to know themselves beyond the stressors again. I’m committed placing clients at the center of the therapeutic process, encouraging them to get to know the deepest parts of themselves and empowering them to take an active role in their healing. My ultimate goal is to address the core issue, as well as provide concrete tools for change, allowing clients to move past feeling stuck and into a life of alignment.

Rachel provides an open and accepting environment for her clients. She understands that teens, adolescents, and adults who struggle with ADHD and Executive Function may also experience low self esteem and perpetual negative thoughts. Rachel’s approach as a therapist aims to provide a safe and warm space for her clients by being empathetic, genuine, and having unconditional positive regard for all of her clients. Rachel wants clients to know that It’s okay to not be okay, and that you are not alone. She seeks to understand her clients holistically in order to provide the best therapeutic support.

Summer Johnke, LMSW, graduated with a Masters of Social Work from Columbia University. Summer takes an integrated approach to therapy that draws from evidence-based, cognitive-behavorial modalities. Summer's past clinical experience includes providing counseling in English, Spanish, and French to individuals coming from diverse cultural backgrounds with a focus on treating trauma and PTSD. Summer's approach to therapy is culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. This flexible approach places each individual and their unique needs, preferences, identities, and culture at the center of every session.

Are you struggling to find fulfillment in some areas of your life? Are you worrying about the future? That you'll never be able to own a home? Reach financial stability? Have close relationships with family and friends? A romantic partner? Perhaps your work is leaving you with a feeling of purposelessness. You're a bright person with many goals, but you're unsure how to tackle them. Therapy can be a place to process the emotions surrounding these, process past trauma, reframe how you see yourself and reevaluate how you can take charge of your role in the things that happen around you. Things don't have to be the way they are now.

Have feelings of uncertainty and stress impacted your ability to be present in everyday life? Are you often criticizing yourself and worrying about what others think? Maybe you have experiences of trauma that leave you feeling unmotivated, isolated, and disconnected from your authentic self. You deserve the opportunity to prioritize your well-being and break free from the cycle of negative self-talk. Reaching out for support is an incredibly courageous step. Using a client-centered, trauma-informed approach, I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can gain deeper insights.

People often seek therapy when feeling stuck: painfully alienated from what they desire, torn between conflicting impulses, and stuck with a version of themselves they find confusing and dissatisfying. Through careful listening and exploration, our work will help to illuminate how old wounds and ways of surviving have restricted your ability to feel, work, love, and even play freely. Moments of vulnerability in therapy can be opportunities to shut down, or they can be opportunities for introspection and transformation – I pay close attention to each patient’s needs, wishes, and fears to help steer you towards the latter outcome.

I received my Master of Social Work degree from Rutgers University and my Violence Against Women and Children certification from Rutgers University. I deeply care about helping clients who have experienced traumatic events. Before choosing a career in Social Work, I obtained a degree in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. At an early age, I realized that helping others brings me joy and fulfillment. Seeing a smile on my clients’ faces and learning they are feeling better is the greatest reward for my work.

My approach is warm, empowering, and centered in the belief that you inherently possess an abundance of strengths to heal and feel your best. I enjoy and find immense value in building a therapeutic partnership that is client-centered and allows you to guide treatment. Therefore, the foundation of our work together will be collaborative, open-minded, and ensure that you have an active voice in your own care every step of the way. My therapeutic practice is trauma-informed and anti-oppressive, honoring your dynamic personal history and identities, and integrating interventions oriented towards your unique needs.

I, as part of City Center Psychotherapy, am offering therapy via video or phone to support your emotional wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, stressed or depressed? Dealing with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) or an unhealthy routine? Recovering from a traumatic experience (PTSD), or dealing with a life transition, physical illness or caregiver stress, or relationship challenges? As a Doctor of Social Work and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I pair complex issues with a variety of therapeutic approaches in a way that suits your individual needs and preferences.

Taking the step to start treatment and finding a therapist who you feel comfortable with may seem like a daunting process. Through a collaborative process of identifying your goals and the obstacles that have stood in your way I can help you to feel better about yourself and your ability to make desired changes.

Trauma is something that can affect any person at anytime. It often leaves a person feeling lost on how to understand their trauma and best deal with it. Trauma informed therapy can include some very heavy topics, but therapy is so much more than just a place to be sad, it’s a place to better understand oneself and grow as a person. I prioritize creating an environment of trust, laughter, self-discovery and learning; I am not a therapist who will sit in a chair and nod my head for an hour. I strive to make my clients feel comfortable and at ease. If that means sitting on the floor for an hour while we speak, then the floor it is!

I am an experienced, skilled, caring therapist with a warm and supportive style. I am quite experienced in helping patients with issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, stress-related problems, and issues around life changes. Some of my specialties include helping people to overcome the effects of trauma; recent trauma as well as childhood trauma, such as growing up in a family where there was abuse, neglect, substance abuse, or violence. I also help people to overcome performance anxieties, such as fear of public speaking, creative blocks, stage fright, and confidence issues in performance in work and in other roles.

Are you thinking "if I had made different choices in my life, I would not be feeling so empty, lonely or worthless."? You may not even know where these feelings are coming from or why they continue to overwhelm you. Although you cannot change or erase the past, you can come to a place where you can learn to relate to and experience the past differently. You can begin to understand where your patterns, feelings and behaviors come from and how they play out in your life. You can start to feel like a worthwhile person deserving of happiness and love in your life.

Feeling seen, heard, and valued are paramount to our wellbeing. As a relational therapist, I practice from a nonpathologizing framework helping you access your own resiliency and identify tools which allow you to connect with your empowered self. I work with individuals, couples, families, and therapists helping you discover more fulfilling ways of communicating and connecting. Whether in a crisis, or wanting to reexamine life goals, together we make meaning out of your lived experiences and support you in creating the life and relationships you aspire for. It is a gift to share this journey with you!

My name is Masha Shapiro, and I am a triple-certified trauma therapist and am also EMDR-certified. Trauma comes in all shapes and sizes. Perhaps it was a single moment in childhood when your life changed forever. Or, a collection of events over an extended period of time. It might even be trauma experienced by a parent or relative that was passed down to you. Whatever your trauma origin story, it is time to rewrite the ending. Unlike traditional trauma therapy, the Trauma Fast-Track approach gets transformational results in as little as 3-6 sessions. Please note, I only accept Aetna and United. Otherwise, all sessions are self-pay.

My goal as a therapist is to provide an emotionally safe space that supports insights, questions, concerns, and emotions that arise through current and past experiences. My practice emphasizes that it is not always about the outcome as much as it is about what’s unfolding.