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Dipl.-Psych. Tina Duffney
Pre-Licensed Professional, Dipl-, Psych
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10036  (Online Only)
Fühlen Sie sich ausgebrannt, ständig unter Strom stehend, gereizt oder haben Sie das Gefühl, festzustecken? Haben Sie extrem hohe Ansprüche an sich selbst und Ihre Leistung oder das Gefühl, den Anforderungen aus der Umwelt nicht mehr gerecht werden zu können? Ein hohes und andauerndes Stresspensum, das in professionellen Berufen oft Alltag ist, führt neben berufsbezogenen Problemen erfahrungsgemäß auch häufig zu Problemen im privaten Lebensbereich. Viele meiner KlientInnen kommen mit Anzeichen eines Burnouts, sehr häufig sind aber auch depressive Verstimmungen, Ängste oder Panikattacken, interpersonelle sowie Performanzprobleme.
Fühlen Sie sich ausgebrannt, ständig unter Strom stehend, gereizt oder haben Sie das Gefühl, festzustecken? Haben Sie extrem hohe Ansprüche an sich selbst und Ihre Leistung oder das Gefühl, den Anforderungen aus der Umwelt nicht mehr gerecht werden zu können? Ein hohes und andauerndes Stresspensum, das in professionellen Berufen oft Alltag ist, führt neben berufsbezogenen Problemen erfahrungsgemäß auch häufig zu Problemen im privaten Lebensbereich. Viele meiner KlientInnen kommen mit Anzeichen eines Burnouts, sehr häufig sind aber auch depressive Verstimmungen, Ängste oder Panikattacken, interpersonelle sowie Performanzprobleme.
(518) 897-3529 x711 View (518) 897-3529 x711
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Linda Garcia-Rose & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10007
We are a Practice of 6 highly talented Psychotherapists. We believe in real, practical Transformative Psychotherapy focusing on more than just symptoms, helping each client live his/her happiest life through Positive Psychology. We use Mindfulness Techniques to help understand your thoughts and feelings and how these manifest in your body: yesterday, today and projecting into the future. Our team has deep training and experience in a wide range of specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Eating Disorders, Panic Attacks, Sex Therapy, Bio Feedback, Chronic Pain, IVF/Surrogacy, Spirituality, LGBTQA, Death/Dying/Hospice, and Business Coaching. We work with Children, Couples, Individuals and Families.
We are a Practice of 6 highly talented Psychotherapists. We believe in real, practical Transformative Psychotherapy focusing on more than just symptoms, helping each client live his/her happiest life through Positive Psychology. We use Mindfulness Techniques to help understand your thoughts and feelings and how these manifest in your body: yesterday, today and projecting into the future. Our team has deep training and experience in a wide range of specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Eating Disorders, Panic Attacks, Sex Therapy, Bio Feedback, Chronic Pain, IVF/Surrogacy, Spirituality, LGBTQA, Death/Dying/Hospice, and Business Coaching. We work with Children, Couples, Individuals and Families.
(646) 362-8705 View (646) 362-8705
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Nichols & Associates
Psychologist, MBA, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10128  (Online Only)
I specialize in crisis work which can be in your private or professional life. What does crisis work mean it is a situation (s) or difficulty in your life that came upon you unexpectedly and you are finding it unmanageable to maintain all of your other daily activities. I I have traveled extensively, lived overseas, and speak French fluently (can do therapy in French). Hence, I am accustomed to working with an international and culturally diverse clientele. I am focused on working with anxiety and depressive disorders, cultural diversity, adjustments to working and living in a new city, country, or career moves.
I specialize in crisis work which can be in your private or professional life. What does crisis work mean it is a situation (s) or difficulty in your life that came upon you unexpectedly and you are finding it unmanageable to maintain all of your other daily activities. I I have traveled extensively, lived overseas, and speak French fluently (can do therapy in French). Hence, I am accustomed to working with an international and culturally diverse clientele. I am focused on working with anxiety and depressive disorders, cultural diversity, adjustments to working and living in a new city, country, or career moves.
(718) 701-8474 View (718) 701-8474
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Monika Paulus
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
It takes courage to tell your story, be vulnerable, and practice introspection. But as the old saying goes, “a problem shared is a problem halved.” Whether you’re experiencing challenges in your relationships, family, career, health, or questioning your life path, we’ll work together to find a solution. I’m a Counselor and Life Coach who supports people during life transitions—including marriage, divorce, career changes, motherhood, and grief and loss. Whatever you’re going through, I’ll be a compassionate listener who reframes the situation and so you can see it in a different, more positive, light.
It takes courage to tell your story, be vulnerable, and practice introspection. But as the old saying goes, “a problem shared is a problem halved.” Whether you’re experiencing challenges in your relationships, family, career, health, or questioning your life path, we’ll work together to find a solution. I’m a Counselor and Life Coach who supports people during life transitions—including marriage, divorce, career changes, motherhood, and grief and loss. Whatever you’re going through, I’ll be a compassionate listener who reframes the situation and so you can see it in a different, more positive, light.
(332) 249-7901 View (332) 249-7901
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Werner S. Achatz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10019
I am a licensed Psychologist and Psychoanalyst in private practice in New York City, specializing in individual and couples therapy since 2002. I focus on helping you to improve and enhance self-understanding, to learn how to make better decisions, and to live a happier and more satisfying life, with stronger self-determination, autonomy, and a greater sense of freedom. I am also a Staff Member at at the Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic of New York Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University Medical Center, where I specialize in the treatment of Personality Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Dissociative Disorders, PTSD and Identity Issues.
I am a licensed Psychologist and Psychoanalyst in private practice in New York City, specializing in individual and couples therapy since 2002. I focus on helping you to improve and enhance self-understanding, to learn how to make better decisions, and to live a happier and more satisfying life, with stronger self-determination, autonomy, and a greater sense of freedom. I am also a Staff Member at at the Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic of New York Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University Medical Center, where I specialize in the treatment of Personality Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Dissociative Disorders, PTSD and Identity Issues.
(646) 392-7361 View (646) 392-7361
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Gitty Rubin
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
Like most human beings, you are doing your best trying to deal with the cards life dealt you. You are motivated and want to improve the quality of your life; only life hasn’t always provided you with the answers. If you are like most people, you have put in a lot of effort and often ended up disappointed in those ‘proven’ methods. However, your life and your brain are unique. Just like you can’t debate whether a hammer or screwdriver is ‘better’, there is no ‘best’ psychological method.
Like most human beings, you are doing your best trying to deal with the cards life dealt you. You are motivated and want to improve the quality of your life; only life hasn’t always provided you with the answers. If you are like most people, you have put in a lot of effort and often ended up disappointed in those ‘proven’ methods. However, your life and your brain are unique. Just like you can’t debate whether a hammer or screwdriver is ‘better’, there is no ‘best’ psychological method.
(646) 257-4170 x4 View (646) 257-4170 x4
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Amit Gilad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CIMHP, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003
Before I became a psychotherapist, I had a career as a professional diplomat, and I served in different countries. Having been exposed to diverse cultures in the course of my life, I am particularly attuned to the varieties of narratives that shape people’s identities and relationships with self and others. In my work with each client, I aim to bring my unique personal and professional perspectives into our therapeutic dialogue. I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore how old patterns—that might no longer serve them—repeat in the present and foreclose future growth.
Before I became a psychotherapist, I had a career as a professional diplomat, and I served in different countries. Having been exposed to diverse cultures in the course of my life, I am particularly attuned to the varieties of narratives that shape people’s identities and relationships with self and others. In my work with each client, I aim to bring my unique personal and professional perspectives into our therapeutic dialogue. I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore how old patterns—that might no longer serve them—repeat in the present and foreclose future growth.
(646) 681-3864 View (646) 681-3864
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New Decision Therapy Christina Heike
MS, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003
The practice New Decision Therapy was designed to heal those who have less than ideal relationships with themselves and others. When trauma happens to us, these memories embed themselves in our bodies on a cellular level. This is what leads to our particular types of behavior, personalities and affects our reactions and relationships. When we feel overwhelmed, unhappy, alone and disconnected, this is a matter of suppressed trauma and previous pain. NDT goes into the memory, back to where the pain or trauma initially happened, and removes that old memory and pain through taking a New Decision which only happens through forgiveness.
The practice New Decision Therapy was designed to heal those who have less than ideal relationships with themselves and others. When trauma happens to us, these memories embed themselves in our bodies on a cellular level. This is what leads to our particular types of behavior, personalities and affects our reactions and relationships. When we feel overwhelmed, unhappy, alone and disconnected, this is a matter of suppressed trauma and previous pain. NDT goes into the memory, back to where the pain or trauma initially happened, and removes that old memory and pain through taking a New Decision which only happens through forgiveness.
(646) 920-5827 View (646) 920-5827
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Rachel Landman
Counselor, LMHC, EdM, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10128
Rachel’s approach is highly personalized for each client. She provides a warm and nonjudgmental environment to foster strong therapeutic relationships with an emphasis on trust and acceptance. She understands everyone needs someone who will listen and accept them for who they are. Rachel’s primary focus is on existential issues, engulfed in the psychodynamic approach using a toolbox of CBT skills.
Rachel’s approach is highly personalized for each client. She provides a warm and nonjudgmental environment to foster strong therapeutic relationships with an emphasis on trust and acceptance. She understands everyone needs someone who will listen and accept them for who they are. Rachel’s primary focus is on existential issues, engulfed in the psychodynamic approach using a toolbox of CBT skills.
(646) 762-0651 View (646) 762-0651
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Karen Landmann, LCSW, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MPhil, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I am an extensively published, world-travelled expert on trauma and chronic illness. I conduct therapy in English, Spanish, French, Russian, Portuguese, German, and Dutch. For the past 25 years, I have been assisting individuals with ADHD/behavioral challenges, trauma, PTSD, dissociation, depression, bipolar disorder, and physical illness. My clients range in age from 3 to 103. Early in my career, I developed a support group curriculum for AIDS orphans now available in 35 countries. Review of my work as a therapist are available online. Kindly employ email to contact me initially if possible. Thank you.
I am an extensively published, world-travelled expert on trauma and chronic illness. I conduct therapy in English, Spanish, French, Russian, Portuguese, German, and Dutch. For the past 25 years, I have been assisting individuals with ADHD/behavioral challenges, trauma, PTSD, dissociation, depression, bipolar disorder, and physical illness. My clients range in age from 3 to 103. Early in my career, I developed a support group curriculum for AIDS orphans now available in 35 countries. Review of my work as a therapist are available online. Kindly employ email to contact me initially if possible. Thank you.
(646) 846-2620 View (646) 846-2620
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Ellen Mendel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
As a seasoned psychotherapist of over 30 years, I combine a variety of approaches in my work which may be long-term or brief, in person or by phone. The concerns you present may be about relationships, work, health, stress-management, loss or other life issues. Together we will explore your personal history, long-standing patterns and crises, integrating an Adlerian-based cognitive-psychodynamic approach with Gestalt, mind/body work, dreams or other appropriate modalities. Our goal will be helping you to feel a greater sense of control in your life with discovering your inner vitality, creativity and wisdom.
As a seasoned psychotherapist of over 30 years, I combine a variety of approaches in my work which may be long-term or brief, in person or by phone. The concerns you present may be about relationships, work, health, stress-management, loss or other life issues. Together we will explore your personal history, long-standing patterns and crises, integrating an Adlerian-based cognitive-psychodynamic approach with Gestalt, mind/body work, dreams or other appropriate modalities. Our goal will be helping you to feel a greater sense of control in your life with discovering your inner vitality, creativity and wisdom.
(646) 863-6484 View (646) 863-6484
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Patricia Alice
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
I want to help you unlock secrets and shame to discover your full potential by providing a nurturing and judgment-free space to help untangle and discuss these inner wounds. I am accepting new clients and am offering virtual and in-person sessions. The focus will be on cultivating the most important relationship - the one with oneself - free from expectations that others may have of you so that you can live your life authentically and in balance.
I want to help you unlock secrets and shame to discover your full potential by providing a nurturing and judgment-free space to help untangle and discuss these inner wounds. I am accepting new clients and am offering virtual and in-person sessions. The focus will be on cultivating the most important relationship - the one with oneself - free from expectations that others may have of you so that you can live your life authentically and in balance.
(929) 604-3025 View (929) 604-3025
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Laura Ferrer PhD & Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10019
We are a group of Clinical and Health Psychologists, offering individual, couple and family care live (in Boston) and online throughout the US and Europe. We meet our clients where they are -including students, new parents, busy entrepreneurs, professionals transitioning into new leadership or retirement, persons coping with an illness, and more- with therapy including CBT, DBT, ACT, and Interpersonal/Existential modes, and Coaching for health and life transitions. Our diverse team offers care in several languages and modalities.
We are a group of Clinical and Health Psychologists, offering individual, couple and family care live (in Boston) and online throughout the US and Europe. We meet our clients where they are -including students, new parents, busy entrepreneurs, professionals transitioning into new leadership or retirement, persons coping with an illness, and more- with therapy including CBT, DBT, ACT, and Interpersonal/Existential modes, and Coaching for health and life transitions. Our diverse team offers care in several languages and modalities.
(781) 222-4409 View (781) 222-4409
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Helen Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023
Patients that I meet with will receive a full range of psychotherapy services. I provide parenting counseling, relationship counseling, cognitive therapy, group therapy, psychoanalysis, and anger management. Psychotherapy is available for issues including anxiety, depression, substance abuse as well as eating disorders, couples therapy, individual and family therapy. HIV pre and post counseling, postpartum depression, court mandated treatment, phobias/panic attack, autism, Asperger, ADHD/ ADD, and OCD are a few of the presenting issues I specialize in with over 40 years of experience.
Patients that I meet with will receive a full range of psychotherapy services. I provide parenting counseling, relationship counseling, cognitive therapy, group therapy, psychoanalysis, and anger management. Psychotherapy is available for issues including anxiety, depression, substance abuse as well as eating disorders, couples therapy, individual and family therapy. HIV pre and post counseling, postpartum depression, court mandated treatment, phobias/panic attack, autism, Asperger, ADHD/ ADD, and OCD are a few of the presenting issues I specialize in with over 40 years of experience.
(347) 493-2661 View (347) 493-2661
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Dr. Chiara S. Haller
Psychologist, PhD, LP, MAS
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
High functioning? Neurodiverse? Going through life transitions? Exhausted pretending to be someone you are not? Depressed? Anxious? Super successful but unhappy? Feeling you don't quite fit in? I can help you find your footing, become the best version of yourself and be happier. Reach out to schedule free clinical neuropsychology and psychotherapy pre-intake phone calls admin at cognicreate.com or +16179020567.
High functioning? Neurodiverse? Going through life transitions? Exhausted pretending to be someone you are not? Depressed? Anxious? Super successful but unhappy? Feeling you don't quite fit in? I can help you find your footing, become the best version of yourself and be happier. Reach out to schedule free clinical neuropsychology and psychotherapy pre-intake phone calls admin at cognicreate.com or +16179020567.
(508) 690-4622 View (508) 690-4622
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Ayxa Calero-Breckheimer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10034  (Online Only)
Development throughout life can be a wonderful journey, but sometimes challenges appear that are much easier to master with some help and guidance. During those times psychological treatment can provide assistance. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience in the areas of educational psychology, cognition and mental health. My combined training provides me with a unique understanding of how children, adolescents and young adults think, feel, and learn in a variety of settings. My goal is to provide practical, research-based strategies to children, adolescents and young adults experiencing educational, social, family and emotional difficulties. I offer my services in English and Spanish.
Development throughout life can be a wonderful journey, but sometimes challenges appear that are much easier to master with some help and guidance. During those times psychological treatment can provide assistance. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience in the areas of educational psychology, cognition and mental health. My combined training provides me with a unique understanding of how children, adolescents and young adults think, feel, and learn in a variety of settings. My goal is to provide practical, research-based strategies to children, adolescents and young adults experiencing educational, social, family and emotional difficulties. I offer my services in English and Spanish.
(551) 282-9067 View (551) 282-9067
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Chaim Biberfeld LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
My practice consists largely of adolescents and young adults. My greatest assets are - an ability to connect with people in an accepting, non-judgmental and empathic way. Many young people today seek guidance and a better understanding of who they are and what they are feeling, their instinctive reactions and how to better understand themselves and gain from this crucial insight. Helping them through this life-changing learning process is my forte.
My practice consists largely of adolescents and young adults. My greatest assets are - an ability to connect with people in an accepting, non-judgmental and empathic way. Many young people today seek guidance and a better understanding of who they are and what they are feeling, their instinctive reactions and how to better understand themselves and gain from this crucial insight. Helping them through this life-changing learning process is my forte.
(646) 846-2842 View (646) 846-2842
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Dori Dittmer
MA, PLC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10012  (Online Only)
Are you an artist who is surrendering to life's challenges that prevent you from what's possible inside of your craft? Like: up all night worrying, constantly at loggerheads with your partner, have a lot to say to the world but don't know where to start, or you've reached a block or dead end in your creativity. You want time and energy to create your jaw-dropping art! And to have happy relationships with your partner and your kids, sleep well at night, contribute something to society, and have time to fully enjoy your life.
Are you an artist who is surrendering to life's challenges that prevent you from what's possible inside of your craft? Like: up all night worrying, constantly at loggerheads with your partner, have a lot to say to the world but don't know where to start, or you've reached a block or dead end in your creativity. You want time and energy to create your jaw-dropping art! And to have happy relationships with your partner and your kids, sleep well at night, contribute something to society, and have time to fully enjoy your life.
(413) 402-6657 View (413) 402-6657
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Angela Risius
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW, BS, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10013  (Online Only)
Are you unconventional in ways that makes finding a therapeutic fit hard? Need hyper-tailored sessions? Hi, I'm Locke! Whether you want to use sessions as executive function coaching, silent brainspotting, or cathartic chats, I'll aim to make it possible. Rationality-valuing, polyamorous, & LGBTQ+ neurodivergents with complex trauma report the most relief working with me, but my trauma treatment through individual and couple's counseling can benefit all. Survivors, especially those who don't wish to talk about their trauma, are as accommodated as those who do. Welcome, creatives, philosophers, and insomniacs needing flexibility!
Are you unconventional in ways that makes finding a therapeutic fit hard? Need hyper-tailored sessions? Hi, I'm Locke! Whether you want to use sessions as executive function coaching, silent brainspotting, or cathartic chats, I'll aim to make it possible. Rationality-valuing, polyamorous, & LGBTQ+ neurodivergents with complex trauma report the most relief working with me, but my trauma treatment through individual and couple's counseling can benefit all. Survivors, especially those who don't wish to talk about their trauma, are as accommodated as those who do. Welcome, creatives, philosophers, and insomniacs needing flexibility!
(718) 550-3681 View (718) 550-3681
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Gregory Francis Coffey
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10104
My ideal client is trying to understand not only the root causes that created a less than optimal life functioning emotionally, socially, occupationally, academically, or intrafamilially, but the actual cognitive behavioral steps to remedy the problem. I believe most problems we encounter in our everyday lives can be improved upon and transformed into a life we have chosen.
My ideal client is trying to understand not only the root causes that created a less than optimal life functioning emotionally, socially, occupationally, academically, or intrafamilially, but the actual cognitive behavioral steps to remedy the problem. I believe most problems we encounter in our everyday lives can be improved upon and transformed into a life we have chosen.
(631) 910-6032 View (631) 910-6032

Positive Psychology Therapists

How does positive psychology therapy work?

Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.

When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?

If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviors differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?

The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.

Is positive psychology effective in therapy?

Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.