Schema Therapy in Yonkers, NY
I believe in holistic forms of healing that encompass the entirety of an individual's well-being. My approach centers on achieving spiritual, mental, and physical wholeness, recognizing that true healing requires attention to all facets of a person’s life. I am expanding my focus to also support women during pregnancy and post-pregnancy, ensuring they receive proper emotional and mental support as they navigate the many changes that occur in their body, mind, and spirit , support is crucial as women experience significant transformations throughout pregnancy and after childbirth.
I believe in holistic forms of healing that encompass the entirety of an individual's well-being. My approach centers on achieving spiritual, mental, and physical wholeness, recognizing that true healing requires attention to all facets of a person’s life. I am expanding my focus to also support women during pregnancy and post-pregnancy, ensuring they receive proper emotional and mental support as they navigate the many changes that occur in their body, mind, and spirit , support is crucial as women experience significant transformations throughout pregnancy and after childbirth.
My ideal client is a neurodivergent individual—often someone with ADHD, Autism, or both—who is seeking a space where they feel truly understood, respected, and supported. They may be feeling overwhelmed by daily demands, struggling with emotional regulation, executive dysfunction, burnout, or the weight of internalized criticism they've carried for years. Many of them have spent much of their lives feeling "different" or misunderstood, and they're now looking for a therapist who not only has professional expertise, but who gets it on a personal level too.
My ideal client is a neurodivergent individual—often someone with ADHD, Autism, or both—who is seeking a space where they feel truly understood, respected, and supported. They may be feeling overwhelmed by daily demands, struggling with emotional regulation, executive dysfunction, burnout, or the weight of internalized criticism they've carried for years. Many of them have spent much of their lives feeling "different" or misunderstood, and they're now looking for a therapist who not only has professional expertise, but who gets it on a personal level too.
Therapy is a great first step to improving one’s quality of life. Although we understand it’s benefit it can also be intimidating. Therapy isn’t about ‘fixing’ an individual, instead the focus is on empowerment and utilizing the skills the person possesses while developing other skills which may help support and maintain change. I believe a strong therapeutic alliance can assist anyone with facilitating the change they are seeking by developing a structure of exploration that alleviates the angst that comes with creating change in one’s life.
Therapy is a great first step to improving one’s quality of life. Although we understand it’s benefit it can also be intimidating. Therapy isn’t about ‘fixing’ an individual, instead the focus is on empowerment and utilizing the skills the person possesses while developing other skills which may help support and maintain change. I believe a strong therapeutic alliance can assist anyone with facilitating the change they are seeking by developing a structure of exploration that alleviates the angst that comes with creating change in one’s life.
Are you ready to stop being defined by your past? I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and groups heal from trauma, anxiety, and relational distress. If you value authenticity and are ready to move past what holds you back, I provide a safe, supportive space to do that work. My focus is on helping you create meaningful change so you can finally build the confidence, connection, and emotional stability you deserve.
Are you ready to stop being defined by your past? I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and groups heal from trauma, anxiety, and relational distress. If you value authenticity and are ready to move past what holds you back, I provide a safe, supportive space to do that work. My focus is on helping you create meaningful change so you can finally build the confidence, connection, and emotional stability you deserve.
Therapy can be intimidating, and leave us feeling vulnerable in admitting to ourselves that somewhere we have gotten off course and our lives have become unmanageable. In this private and non-judgemental therapeutic space we will be able to work through areas of “stuck points” without fear of being labeled or misdiagnosed. Through our working relationship, there will be room to express a range of suppressed emotions in a healthy and productive manner, while learning to set healthy boundaries and work through conflict, both past and present. As your therapist, I will give you the tools you need to utilize in your everyday life.
Therapy can be intimidating, and leave us feeling vulnerable in admitting to ourselves that somewhere we have gotten off course and our lives have become unmanageable. In this private and non-judgemental therapeutic space we will be able to work through areas of “stuck points” without fear of being labeled or misdiagnosed. Through our working relationship, there will be room to express a range of suppressed emotions in a healthy and productive manner, while learning to set healthy boundaries and work through conflict, both past and present. As your therapist, I will give you the tools you need to utilize in your everyday life.
Tired of feeling stuck in overwhelm? You are ready to stop managing anxiety and start living better. Whether you're constantly fighting with your partner, struggling to communicate effectively, or navigating a massive life shift, you need practical tools for real change. I offer a safe, respectful space to build lasting clarity, genuine connection, and stronger relationships. Let's move you from simply coping to confidently thriving.
Tired of feeling stuck in overwhelm? You are ready to stop managing anxiety and start living better. Whether you're constantly fighting with your partner, struggling to communicate effectively, or navigating a massive life shift, you need practical tools for real change. I offer a safe, respectful space to build lasting clarity, genuine connection, and stronger relationships. Let's move you from simply coping to confidently thriving.
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My work is rooted in CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Mindfulness and Parts work.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or just feeling stuck, therapy is the place to confront and unpack the obstacles in your life and to develop the skills to achieve the life you hope to live. I am dedicated to meeting my clients where they are and using evidence-based practices to help get them to where they want to be. As a transgender therapist, my goal is to see all my clients understand and embrace who they are and who they want to be.
My work is rooted in CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Mindfulness and Parts work.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or just feeling stuck, therapy is the place to confront and unpack the obstacles in your life and to develop the skills to achieve the life you hope to live. I am dedicated to meeting my clients where they are and using evidence-based practices to help get them to where they want to be. As a transgender therapist, my goal is to see all my clients understand and embrace who they are and who they want to be.
Licensed in NY & NC. Struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions can be incredibly overwhelming. Often times it can feel like we are controlled by painful thoughts and feelings or repeating harmful patterns that alienate us from our self and healthy relationships. I have expertise in treating difficulties including anxiety, people-pleasing, over-analyzing, feelings of insecurity or anger toward yourself and emotional trauma. My clients are typically interested in my somatic/nervous-system based approach, Learn more about me on Instagram: heydrjustine
Licensed in NY & NC. Struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions can be incredibly overwhelming. Often times it can feel like we are controlled by painful thoughts and feelings or repeating harmful patterns that alienate us from our self and healthy relationships. I have expertise in treating difficulties including anxiety, people-pleasing, over-analyzing, feelings of insecurity or anger toward yourself and emotional trauma. My clients are typically interested in my somatic/nervous-system based approach, Learn more about me on Instagram: heydrjustine
Have you been feeling more stuck lately, like you’re not able to control how you react internally or externally with others?
Does it feel like you’re watching yourself repeating a lot of the same tried and true patterns to navigate changes, but not getting the same results?
Do you feel like you cannot seem to communicate and express yourself to others, or you’re in a position with a partner or family that feels impossible?
I hold sacred and dig into the work in helping you feel the most like yourself - whether that is a version of yourself you have not met yet, or have not been in touch with for quite some time.
Have you been feeling more stuck lately, like you’re not able to control how you react internally or externally with others?
Does it feel like you’re watching yourself repeating a lot of the same tried and true patterns to navigate changes, but not getting the same results?
Do you feel like you cannot seem to communicate and express yourself to others, or you’re in a position with a partner or family that feels impossible?
I hold sacred and dig into the work in helping you feel the most like yourself - whether that is a version of yourself you have not met yet, or have not been in touch with for quite some time.
Living as an ADHD or Autistic adult can be frustrating and overwhelming. You might feel out of step with the world or misunderstood. Why don’t people just say what they mean? Why can’t people respect your process just because it’s different? Why can’t you feel more at peace with your body, mind, and senses? Our minds are colorful and complex, yet we struggle in a world not tailored to our unique patterns. Adapting and masking our true selves to fit in can be exhausting. The constant need to adapt, the feeling of being misunderstood, and the search for a space where you can be your true self is a path you need not walk alone.
Living as an ADHD or Autistic adult can be frustrating and overwhelming. You might feel out of step with the world or misunderstood. Why don’t people just say what they mean? Why can’t people respect your process just because it’s different? Why can’t you feel more at peace with your body, mind, and senses? Our minds are colorful and complex, yet we struggle in a world not tailored to our unique patterns. Adapting and masking our true selves to fit in can be exhausting. The constant need to adapt, the feeling of being misunderstood, and the search for a space where you can be your true self is a path you need not walk alone.
These are the treatment types I use: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment, Interpersonal, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Schema Therapy.
Okay, let me guess — life feels like a lot right now. You’re overwhelmed, drained, and stuck in patterns that just aren’t working anymore. Maybe you’re questioning your relationships, struggling at work, or wondering why you feel so disconnected. That glass of whiskey, wine, or weed isn’t helping like it used to. With nearly 20 years of experience, I use Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help you process difficult emotions, release what’s weighing you down, and reconnect with yourself. Together, we’ll create a path toward feeling more grounded and at peace.
These are the treatment types I use: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment, Interpersonal, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Schema Therapy.
Okay, let me guess — life feels like a lot right now. You’re overwhelmed, drained, and stuck in patterns that just aren’t working anymore. Maybe you’re questioning your relationships, struggling at work, or wondering why you feel so disconnected. That glass of whiskey, wine, or weed isn’t helping like it used to. With nearly 20 years of experience, I use Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help you process difficult emotions, release what’s weighing you down, and reconnect with yourself. Together, we’ll create a path toward feeling more grounded and at peace.
Our beliefs and assumptions about the world inform our feelings, which in turn, influences our behavior. Many of those assumptions however are not entirely our own, or even in our conscious awareness. They come from our parents, communities, traumatic experiences, or a less developed version of ourself. Living a life that does not reflect our authentic values often results in inner conflict that negatively spills outward into our intimate, familial, and professional relationships. Taking time to explore what thoughts and values belong to our authentic selves, is one of the most important gifts an individual can give to themselves.
Our beliefs and assumptions about the world inform our feelings, which in turn, influences our behavior. Many of those assumptions however are not entirely our own, or even in our conscious awareness. They come from our parents, communities, traumatic experiences, or a less developed version of ourself. Living a life that does not reflect our authentic values often results in inner conflict that negatively spills outward into our intimate, familial, and professional relationships. Taking time to explore what thoughts and values belong to our authentic selves, is one of the most important gifts an individual can give to themselves.
I use a combination of EMDR, Internal Family Systems, attachment focused therapy, CBT, DBT, and schema therapy to help clients gain skills and resources on their journey to wellness.
I have worked with children, adolescents, families, and adults experiencing behavioral and mental health challenges in various stages of life, particularly as a result of anxiety, depression, and traumatic events.
I use a combination of EMDR, Internal Family Systems, attachment focused therapy, CBT, DBT, and schema therapy to help clients gain skills and resources on their journey to wellness.
I have worked with children, adolescents, families, and adults experiencing behavioral and mental health challenges in various stages of life, particularly as a result of anxiety, depression, and traumatic events.
Does your life look perfectly curated on the outside, while inside you feel anxious, overstimulated, overwhelmed, unfulfilled, and secretly spiraling at 2am? If you’re ambitious, capable, and driven, but struggle with overthinking, perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, or high-functioning anxiety, you’re in the right place. Maybe your brain is overloaded with to-dos, what-ifs, and “shoulds.” or it's constantly replaying conversations and second-guessing, leaving you exhausted from holding it all together. What if you could feel calm without losing your edge, rest without guilt, and create a life that feels as good as it looks?
Does your life look perfectly curated on the outside, while inside you feel anxious, overstimulated, overwhelmed, unfulfilled, and secretly spiraling at 2am? If you’re ambitious, capable, and driven, but struggle with overthinking, perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, or high-functioning anxiety, you’re in the right place. Maybe your brain is overloaded with to-dos, what-ifs, and “shoulds.” or it's constantly replaying conversations and second-guessing, leaving you exhausted from holding it all together. What if you could feel calm without losing your edge, rest without guilt, and create a life that feels as good as it looks?
Feeling disconnected from your body, your desire, or your partner? Questioning your relationship, navigating intimacy after betrayal, or trying to rediscover closeness after life changes like parenthood? Maybe you’re unpacking sexual identity, cultural expectations, or years of being told who you’re supposed to be instead of who you actually are.
Feeling disconnected from your body, your desire, or your partner? Questioning your relationship, navigating intimacy after betrayal, or trying to rediscover closeness after life changes like parenthood? Maybe you’re unpacking sexual identity, cultural expectations, or years of being told who you’re supposed to be instead of who you actually are.
I am a NYC & Boston based psychotherapist who specializes in helping teens and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, complex trauma, attachment, sleep, identity, artistic/career blocks, and life transitions. I have extensive experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault, within LGBTQ+ and kink communities, and with neurodiverse students. I adapt evidence-based therapy techniques for individual needs, including DBT mindfulness and distress tolerance skills, ACT, psychoanalysis, and arts therapies. I strive to create a compassionate environment rooted in trust, warmth, and partnership.
I am a NYC & Boston based psychotherapist who specializes in helping teens and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, complex trauma, attachment, sleep, identity, artistic/career blocks, and life transitions. I have extensive experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault, within LGBTQ+ and kink communities, and with neurodiverse students. I adapt evidence-based therapy techniques for individual needs, including DBT mindfulness and distress tolerance skills, ACT, psychoanalysis, and arts therapies. I strive to create a compassionate environment rooted in trust, warmth, and partnership.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or searching for clarity in your life? As a Licensed Therapist, I am here to help you navigate life’s challenges with compassion and expertise. I specialize in working with adults, teens, and families to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, stress management and career challenges. I take a holistic and evidence-based approach to therapy, blending techniques from CBT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness to create a personalized plan that aligns with your needs and goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or searching for clarity in your life? As a Licensed Therapist, I am here to help you navigate life’s challenges with compassion and expertise. I specialize in working with adults, teens, and families to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, stress management and career challenges. I take a holistic and evidence-based approach to therapy, blending techniques from CBT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness to create a personalized plan that aligns with your needs and goals.
We are a boutique group of clinical psychologists, offering individual, couple, family, and group therapy sessions and executive coaching live in Boston and virtually throughout Massachusetts and several other states. We provide therapy in CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness, and Interpersonal modes, as well as providing coaching through health and life transitions and in demanding professional roles. Our groups and workshops are also a supportive, cost-effective way to find support in specific life areas.
We are a boutique group of clinical psychologists, offering individual, couple, family, and group therapy sessions and executive coaching live in Boston and virtually throughout Massachusetts and several other states. We provide therapy in CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness, and Interpersonal modes, as well as providing coaching through health and life transitions and in demanding professional roles. Our groups and workshops are also a supportive, cost-effective way to find support in specific life areas.
Welcome to my practice. If we worked together, you could bring me your doubts, pains and fears. We could look into your problem behaviors and beliefs to see more clearly what drives them and what other choices you might have. We would get to know your strengths and use them. We would investigate how painful past experiences including trauma might still be affecting your reactions and choices, and try to reduce their impact. As a therapist, I am an active listener, often asking clarifying questions and inviting reflection. This exchange builds mindfulness, which I believe is essential to health.
Welcome to my practice. If we worked together, you could bring me your doubts, pains and fears. We could look into your problem behaviors and beliefs to see more clearly what drives them and what other choices you might have. We would get to know your strengths and use them. We would investigate how painful past experiences including trauma might still be affecting your reactions and choices, and try to reduce their impact. As a therapist, I am an active listener, often asking clarifying questions and inviting reflection. This exchange builds mindfulness, which I believe is essential to health.
Issues with anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and relationships often stem from previous emotional wounds. Together, we’ll identify and address the roots of what’s causing emotional pain in your life. EMDR therapy is a clinically-proven and goal-oriented approach that’s designed to create a positive shift in your mental health. It provides you with tools for moments of crisis and supports you in building resilience for difficult situations. I am excited to be able to provide EMDR that incorporates fly fishing!
Issues with anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and relationships often stem from previous emotional wounds. Together, we’ll identify and address the roots of what’s causing emotional pain in your life. EMDR therapy is a clinically-proven and goal-oriented approach that’s designed to create a positive shift in your mental health. It provides you with tools for moments of crisis and supports you in building resilience for difficult situations. I am excited to be able to provide EMDR that incorporates fly fishing!
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Schema Therapy
How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy is based on the idea that maladaptive thought patterns formed in childhood—that other people can never be relied on, for example—can interfere with healthy functioning in adulthood. Accordingly, schema therapy works by directly targeting such unhealthy schemas, identifying their consequences, and replacing them with more adaptive ways of thinking. To this end, schema therapists aim to “reparent” the client by offering what they didn’t get in childhood—validation, for instance, or compassion—to reorient their worldview.
Is schema therapy evidence-based?
Schema therapy is still considered relatively new, and research on its efficacy is still in progress. However, some studies have concluded that it can be effective at treating certain mental health conditions, most notably personality disorders such as borderline personality disorder. Evidence for its efficacy in treating conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD is promising but less conclusive, and experts warn that much of the existing research is of low quality.
Is schema therapy a type of CBT?
Schema therapy is based on many principles of CBT, most notably the process of recognizing and challenging maladaptive thought patterns. But because schema therapy also draws from other approaches,including psychoanalysis and Gestalt therapy, it is not considered a form of CBT. It also typically delves deeper into the client’s childhood than does CBT.
How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy does not call for a set number of sessions and is instead open-ended, with the treatment timeline depending on the client’s primary concern(s), progress, and preferences. Treatment that lasts between six months and two years is common, though many clients will start to see progress much earlier than that.