Transgender Therapists in Suffern, NY
I am a family counselor licensed in New York, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Utah with over 15 years of experience working as a case manager. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, solution-based, and rational-emotive counseling.
I am a family counselor licensed in New York, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Utah with over 15 years of experience working as a case manager. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, solution-based, and rational-emotive counseling.
Have there been things that you wish you could talk about with friends and loved ones, but just don’t feel comfortable? Are you struggling with relationships or your professional life? Has the pandemic taken a toll on you? Perhaps you are just feeling stuck in life, held back by depression or low self esteem. I understand that these issues can be overly exhausting. My job is to help you navigate healthy ways to move forward in life and assist you in achieving a life full of purpose. I offer a warm and safe space where it is okay to share your feelings, judgement free.
Have there been things that you wish you could talk about with friends and loved ones, but just don’t feel comfortable? Are you struggling with relationships or your professional life? Has the pandemic taken a toll on you? Perhaps you are just feeling stuck in life, held back by depression or low self esteem. I understand that these issues can be overly exhausting. My job is to help you navigate healthy ways to move forward in life and assist you in achieving a life full of purpose. I offer a warm and safe space where it is okay to share your feelings, judgement free.
I believe that life is all about experience and relationships that affect different individuals in different ways, and for different reasons. For that reason, I have an integrated and eclectic approach using relational, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, supportive and family psychotherapy treatment modalities to treat Eating Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, OCD and Personality Disorders including self injurious behaviors. Treatment is individualized to the needs of each client and collaboration can be coordinated with a nutritionist, psychiatrist and physician when appropriate. I have a group therapy program for adolescents, young adults and women struggling with eating disorders, body image and self -esteem issues.
I believe that life is all about experience and relationships that affect different individuals in different ways, and for different reasons. For that reason, I have an integrated and eclectic approach using relational, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, supportive and family psychotherapy treatment modalities to treat Eating Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, OCD and Personality Disorders including self injurious behaviors. Treatment is individualized to the needs of each client and collaboration can be coordinated with a nutritionist, psychiatrist and physician when appropriate. I have a group therapy program for adolescents, young adults and women struggling with eating disorders, body image and self -esteem issues.
The decision to engage in psychotherapy is a very personal and courageous decision. I believe that it is important to obtain psychotherapy from a licensed professional who can provide you with the tools to heal your whole body and mind. I will provide you with the techniques to help you cope with the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that cause difficulties in your life. Whether you are depressed, anxious, or are dealing with another mental health concern, I provide a holistic type of therapy that will help you feel better and guide you through the difficulties and transitions in your life.
The decision to engage in psychotherapy is a very personal and courageous decision. I believe that it is important to obtain psychotherapy from a licensed professional who can provide you with the tools to heal your whole body and mind. I will provide you with the techniques to help you cope with the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that cause difficulties in your life. Whether you are depressed, anxious, or are dealing with another mental health concern, I provide a holistic type of therapy that will help you feel better and guide you through the difficulties and transitions in your life.
I am so glad you're here and taking an important step in prioritizing yourself and your quality of life. I see my role as supporting you in achieving your goals and creating a life for yourself that is worth living. You already have the skills and resources and strengths to live the life you want. We will work together to help you get there.
I am so glad you're here and taking an important step in prioritizing yourself and your quality of life. I see my role as supporting you in achieving your goals and creating a life for yourself that is worth living. You already have the skills and resources and strengths to live the life you want. We will work together to help you get there.
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Gaël M. Krajzman Johns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
New York, NY 10003
Waitlist for new clients
In my approach, I view a positive therapeutic relationship as the foundation to all growth and change. I am an insight-oriented trauma-informed therapist, working with adults (18+). I practice from an anti-racist, intersectional, and social justice lens and approach. I don’t pretend to know the answers, but together I hope to create a space of curiosity into your life experiences, your relationships, your patterns, and your goals so that you can imagine a different future.
In my approach, I view a positive therapeutic relationship as the foundation to all growth and change. I am an insight-oriented trauma-informed therapist, working with adults (18+). I practice from an anti-racist, intersectional, and social justice lens and approach. I don’t pretend to know the answers, but together I hope to create a space of curiosity into your life experiences, your relationships, your patterns, and your goals so that you can imagine a different future.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ and transgender individuals and couples navigating ethical nonmonogamy (ENM), polyamory, and kink dynamics.
My approach is collaborative, integrating CBT, ACT, EMDR, mindfulness-based therapy, harm reduction, and motivational interviewing. I tailor interventions to each client's unique strengths, combining strategies with deeper exploration of values, attachment patterns, and relational dynamics. Together, we will decide which options are best for your goals.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ and transgender individuals and couples navigating ethical nonmonogamy (ENM), polyamory, and kink dynamics.
My approach is collaborative, integrating CBT, ACT, EMDR, mindfulness-based therapy, harm reduction, and motivational interviewing. I tailor interventions to each client's unique strengths, combining strategies with deeper exploration of values, attachment patterns, and relational dynamics. Together, we will decide which options are best for your goals.
My work is grounded in gender-affirming, trauma-informed, and mind-body approaches that honor each client's lived experience.
For many, life has required more surviving than living, and that can leave a lasting impact. If you've learned how to survive, but not necessarily feel at ease, you're not alone. I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, identity exploration, body image concerns, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and affirming. I do not believe healing is linear or that progress has to look one way. You don't need to have everything out before you begin therapy. Together, we will focus on increasing self-awareness, reducing shame, and creating room for authenticity, rather than striving for perfection.
My work is grounded in gender-affirming, trauma-informed, and mind-body approaches that honor each client's lived experience.
For many, life has required more surviving than living, and that can leave a lasting impact. If you've learned how to survive, but not necessarily feel at ease, you're not alone. I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, identity exploration, body image concerns, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and affirming. I do not believe healing is linear or that progress has to look one way. You don't need to have everything out before you begin therapy. Together, we will focus on increasing self-awareness, reducing shame, and creating room for authenticity, rather than striving for perfection.
I consider psychotherapy to be a space for curiosity and reflection, where emotional patterns, identity, and meaning can be explored with care and depth. The people I work with usually have a pull towards understanding themselves more deeply, even if they don’t have all the language for articulating what they are experiencing. They may be confused by their emotions, coping with trauma, stuck in behavioral patterns, or feel that something isn’t quite aligned in their life. What they are seeking is a place where they can slow down, speak freely, and explore their inner world without feeling judged or rushed.
I consider psychotherapy to be a space for curiosity and reflection, where emotional patterns, identity, and meaning can be explored with care and depth. The people I work with usually have a pull towards understanding themselves more deeply, even if they don’t have all the language for articulating what they are experiencing. They may be confused by their emotions, coping with trauma, stuck in behavioral patterns, or feel that something isn’t quite aligned in their life. What they are seeking is a place where they can slow down, speak freely, and explore their inner world without feeling judged or rushed.
The first step to mental wellness is the hardest and requires courage. If you are ready to work on yourself and acknowledge some truths, I am available to listen, support, shared and counsel in a supportive, caring, and professional environment. We can work on relationship building with significant other, family members, friends, and colleagues. I specialize in building and supporting positive self-esteem and self-confidence while giving you the tools and techniques to be victorious. If life stressors and events are overwhelming, we can work together to find coping strategies.
The first step to mental wellness is the hardest and requires courage. If you are ready to work on yourself and acknowledge some truths, I am available to listen, support, shared and counsel in a supportive, caring, and professional environment. We can work on relationship building with significant other, family members, friends, and colleagues. I specialize in building and supporting positive self-esteem and self-confidence while giving you the tools and techniques to be victorious. If life stressors and events are overwhelming, we can work together to find coping strategies.
Starting therapy can be an intimidating journey, one that I hope to join you on. Overall, I view therapy as a way to collaborate with you to facilitate growth and healing, and I believe that a true understanding of your experience includes mutuality, respectful reciprocity, and authenticity. I take care in attending to dynamics surrounding sociopolitical positionality, identity, and the material conditions of one’s life. I have worked in various settings including nonprofits, psychoanalytic institutes, private practices, and college counseling centers and I use my experience across these settings to tailor therapy to your needs.
Starting therapy can be an intimidating journey, one that I hope to join you on. Overall, I view therapy as a way to collaborate with you to facilitate growth and healing, and I believe that a true understanding of your experience includes mutuality, respectful reciprocity, and authenticity. I take care in attending to dynamics surrounding sociopolitical positionality, identity, and the material conditions of one’s life. I have worked in various settings including nonprofits, psychoanalytic institutes, private practices, and college counseling centers and I use my experience across these settings to tailor therapy to your needs.
I work with people who live, in some way, on the edges of the dominant culture—people who don’t quite fit, who think deeply, feel deeply, and are often misunderstood in conventional spaces, including sometimes in therapy. My work is grounded in contemplative psychotherapy and Buddhist psychology and integrates relational, attachment-based, and mindfulness-based approaches. I have particular expertise in gender and sexuality, identity and life transitions, grief and loss, unconventional relationships and families, and the existential questions that arise when you are trying to build a life that actually fits who you are.
I work with people who live, in some way, on the edges of the dominant culture—people who don’t quite fit, who think deeply, feel deeply, and are often misunderstood in conventional spaces, including sometimes in therapy. My work is grounded in contemplative psychotherapy and Buddhist psychology and integrates relational, attachment-based, and mindfulness-based approaches. I have particular expertise in gender and sexuality, identity and life transitions, grief and loss, unconventional relationships and families, and the existential questions that arise when you are trying to build a life that actually fits who you are.
Thank you for taking the time to care for yourself! It's can be a challenge to manage our mental health but it's so important as part of a fulfilling life. I believe change and healing occur in a warm, safe, therapeutic environment and I strive to provide you with just that. I have 7 years of experience with various populations, from children throughout adulthood in clinical and hospital settings, with a concentration in LGBTQ affirming care. I practice a blend of CBT, DBT and Mindfulness to help guide you to your very best self. I look forward to working with you!
Thank you for taking the time to care for yourself! It's can be a challenge to manage our mental health but it's so important as part of a fulfilling life. I believe change and healing occur in a warm, safe, therapeutic environment and I strive to provide you with just that. I have 7 years of experience with various populations, from children throughout adulthood in clinical and hospital settings, with a concentration in LGBTQ affirming care. I practice a blend of CBT, DBT and Mindfulness to help guide you to your very best self. I look forward to working with you!
I also provide an affirming space for clients exploring gender identity, sexuality, and relationship patterns.
I am a therapist with advanced training in OCD and anxiety disorders, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and related evidence-based treatments. I work with individuals experiencing intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and uncertainty intolerance, as well as those struggling with generalized anxiety, panic, perfectionism, depression, and attachment-based challenges. In addition, I have extensive experiencing working with ADHD, adult autism, and other people who identify with experiencing neurodivergence.
I also provide an affirming space for clients exploring gender identity, sexuality, and relationship patterns.
I am a therapist with advanced training in OCD and anxiety disorders, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and related evidence-based treatments. I work with individuals experiencing intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and uncertainty intolerance, as well as those struggling with generalized anxiety, panic, perfectionism, depression, and attachment-based challenges. In addition, I have extensive experiencing working with ADHD, adult autism, and other people who identify with experiencing neurodivergence.
If you're navigating the complexities of identity, facing anxiety or depression, or seeking a deeper understanding of yourself in a world that often feels limiting, you're not alone. My ideal clients are individuals at the intersections of LGBTQ+ identities, racial and cultural backgrounds, facing unique stressors and challenges. They're looking for a space where they're seen, heard, and understood—where their identity is validated and their experiences are acknowledged. They aspire to heal, grow, and find balance in their lives, seeking empowerment to live authentically and fully.
If you're navigating the complexities of identity, facing anxiety or depression, or seeking a deeper understanding of yourself in a world that often feels limiting, you're not alone. My ideal clients are individuals at the intersections of LGBTQ+ identities, racial and cultural backgrounds, facing unique stressors and challenges. They're looking for a space where they're seen, heard, and understood—where their identity is validated and their experiences are acknowledged. They aspire to heal, grow, and find balance in their lives, seeking empowerment to live authentically and fully.
Navigating your way through life can sometimes feel like facing endless hurdles, a tough inner critic, and a suspicion that everyone else has some guidebook to it all that you never received. You deserve a space that allows you to unpack the heavy stuff, to feel seen and empowered, unmask, and maybe even laugh a little. In our work together, I hope to help you find and embody your most authentic self, show curiosity and compassion to the parts of you that you fear the most, celebrate with you in your growth and achievements, and unlearn/re-author harmful internalized narratives you’ve learned from family, peers, and larger systems.
Navigating your way through life can sometimes feel like facing endless hurdles, a tough inner critic, and a suspicion that everyone else has some guidebook to it all that you never received. You deserve a space that allows you to unpack the heavy stuff, to feel seen and empowered, unmask, and maybe even laugh a little. In our work together, I hope to help you find and embody your most authentic self, show curiosity and compassion to the parts of you that you fear the most, celebrate with you in your growth and achievements, and unlearn/re-author harmful internalized narratives you’ve learned from family, peers, and larger systems.
I am a New York City based Clinical Mental Health Counseling student at Northwestern University. I want to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where your worries are heard and where you can learn strategies to manage stress, anxiety, or challenging behaviors. Working together, we can identify patterns, break habits, and foster change.
I have a deep passion for supporting the LGBTQ+ community, as well as men’s issues. In my off time, I work on research at Northwestern to help counselors best support LGBTQ+ clients.
I am a New York City based Clinical Mental Health Counseling student at Northwestern University. I want to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where your worries are heard and where you can learn strategies to manage stress, anxiety, or challenging behaviors. Working together, we can identify patterns, break habits, and foster change.
I have a deep passion for supporting the LGBTQ+ community, as well as men’s issues. In my off time, I work on research at Northwestern to help counselors best support LGBTQ+ clients.
My coaching approach is intersectional & anti-oppressive in practice: proudly affirming of humans who are undocumented migrants, gender-nonconforming, nonbinary, queer and/or LGB, transgender + of trans experience, intersex + of intersex experience, current & former sex workers, non-monogamous, interested in kink/BDSM, asexual &/or aromantic, among others.
Hi! I'm Sam, a Professional Coach who works with neurodivergent adults (ADHD, Autistic, AuDHD, OCD) who have unconventional lives to understand and embrace their unique neurotypes, so they can effectively minimize stress, overcome challenges, and improve their quality of life. Together, we can co-create a supportive non-judgmental, and effective coaching partnership through which you will learn to fully utilize your strengths, understand and embrace your full humanity, and cultivate practices that are key to defining and achieving your own version of success. Please note: I am a qualified coach, NOT a psychotherapist or counselor.
My coaching approach is intersectional & anti-oppressive in practice: proudly affirming of humans who are undocumented migrants, gender-nonconforming, nonbinary, queer and/or LGB, transgender + of trans experience, intersex + of intersex experience, current & former sex workers, non-monogamous, interested in kink/BDSM, asexual &/or aromantic, among others.
Hi! I'm Sam, a Professional Coach who works with neurodivergent adults (ADHD, Autistic, AuDHD, OCD) who have unconventional lives to understand and embrace their unique neurotypes, so they can effectively minimize stress, overcome challenges, and improve their quality of life. Together, we can co-create a supportive non-judgmental, and effective coaching partnership through which you will learn to fully utilize your strengths, understand and embrace your full humanity, and cultivate practices that are key to defining and achieving your own version of success. Please note: I am a qualified coach, NOT a psychotherapist or counselor.
Do you feel stuck in recurring patterns, despite your best efforts to change? Whether you are navigating anxiety, persistent depression, OCD, or complex life transitions, you are seeking more than just symptom management. You want to understand the "why" behind your experiences. You are ready to move beyond the surface, explore the root of your internal roadblocks, and do the meaningful work required to build a more authentic, fulfilling life. You deserve a space where you can finally connect the dots, break free from the familiar, and gain clarity. Located in Downtown NYC, very close to Brooklyn, Jersey City and Hoboken.
Do you feel stuck in recurring patterns, despite your best efforts to change? Whether you are navigating anxiety, persistent depression, OCD, or complex life transitions, you are seeking more than just symptom management. You want to understand the "why" behind your experiences. You are ready to move beyond the surface, explore the root of your internal roadblocks, and do the meaningful work required to build a more authentic, fulfilling life. You deserve a space where you can finally connect the dots, break free from the familiar, and gain clarity. Located in Downtown NYC, very close to Brooklyn, Jersey City and Hoboken.
My Transgender Care Therapist certification was earned through a 56-hour training on WPATH Standards of Care and transgender health issues.
NY & DC Residents Only - My priority is to create a space where you are understood. Many of my clients come to me burnt out from therapy experiences where they couldn’t show up as their full selves, but as your therapist, I want to provide an affirming space so we can redirect all the energy you’ve spent explaining who you are toward progression and healing. I commit to working as hard as you do, walking with you as we build strategies and road maps that lead you to the next favorite version of yourself.
My Transgender Care Therapist certification was earned through a 56-hour training on WPATH Standards of Care and transgender health issues.
NY & DC Residents Only - My priority is to create a space where you are understood. Many of my clients come to me burnt out from therapy experiences where they couldn’t show up as their full selves, but as your therapist, I want to provide an affirming space so we can redirect all the energy you’ve spent explaining who you are toward progression and healing. I commit to working as hard as you do, walking with you as we build strategies and road maps that lead you to the next favorite version of yourself.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.