Psychodynamic Therapists in 10021

My practice is dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of interpersonal connections, heal from traumatic experiences, and manage anxiety-related challenges. Whether you're struggling with communication issues in your relationships, coping with the aftermath of trauma, or seeking support for anxiety management, I provide a compassionate and evidence-based approach to help you achieve greater well-being and fulfillment.

I believe that everyone has the ability to grow and achieve their goals. Sometimes it's harder than others. I work with people who want to cultivate real change in their lives, whether that's learning to manage depression or anxiety, getting along better with other people or their partners, or helping them accomplish that career goal they desire. I believe that establishing a good connection with my clients and creating manageable and growth-oriented goals can lead to lasting positive change.

I provide a safe place in which you can reveal, explore, understand and heal. It is often a painful crisis that starts the therapeutic venture; the end of a relationship, the loss of a job, a frightening illness, children leaving home. Along with mourning what's lost, there is an opportunity to regroup and redfine one's priorities. I help clients find resilience in the face of life's challenges.

"How many therapists does it take to change a light bulb?"..."One, but the light bulb has to want to change!" My clients share a genuine desire for self-understanding and motivation for change. But my practice is truly diverse: adults of all ages, nationalities,ethnic backgrounds and sexual orientations. In addition to writers, performing and visual artists, I treat professionals, non-professionals, stay-at-home parents and retirees. I work with adult ADD and specialize in life transitions. I work best with clients who want a true therapeutic partner and an interactive approach.

Experienced, caring and highly-effective therapist with a warm, interactive and positive approach to deeply understand your most important issues. Using a creative and empathic approach, I focus on quickly understanding your strengths and look to develop and use them to successfully overcome impediments in your path. I am very experienced with a wide range of issues including personal and family relationships, work and career-related issues and dealing with loss and grief. I work with individuals and couples across all life-stages, backgrounds and cultures. Commitment to your well-being is my foremost concern.

I want to help you live a more meaningful life. I believe that a collaborative approach to therapy can help provide you with the tools needed to allow you to navigate your life in a values driven way. I specialize in treating stress/anxiety, depression, adjustment, and relationship issues in adults. Together we can begin to cultivate more adaptive ways of coping, thinking, and behaving to foster a more fulfilled life. My approach to psychotherapy is integrative meaning our work together will incorporate elements of different theoretical orientations.

Deciding to start therapy can be overwhelming, and at the same time, a really exciting moment. Once you make that choice, it is important to find a therapist that makes you feel heard and understood. My name is Mara, I am a licensed clinical social worker, and I have experience working with people who are navigating many different struggles and changes in their lives. My goal is to understand your story and work together to identify and repair patterns that have left you feeling stuck or unfulfilled. You can expect a respectful, non-judgmental, and supportive space while in therapy with me.

Perhaps you’re anxious, depressed, lonely, or lacking direction. Maybe you’re having relationship problems, or work issues. Perhaps you don’t feel good about yourself and the mirror you look in is distorted. Maybe the negative thoughts are not allowing you to enjoy life fully.

Collaboration and trust characterize a strong therapeutic relationship. Therapy is very much a conversation about how you think and feel and what you hope to change. My starting questions are "why now," and "how would you like me to help"? I am trained in developmental and clinical psychology and work with adolescents, young adults, families and adults throughout the life span. Anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders and transitioning to adulthood are specialties.

Clients often begin therapy from an overwhelmed, entangled headspace, knowing innately there’s something they would like to work towards, but feeling uncertain of what that journey may look like. I strive to join you where you’re at, providing a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard. We will work together to uncover insights and gain clarity, drawing upon your own unique strengths, capabilities, and sense of self. My approach is eclectic and collaborative, beginning with your goals and hopes for treatment, and incorporating creative methods to work together in this pursuit. Our sessions are tailored to best suit your unique needs.

Dr. Stella B. Keitel is a licensed clinical psychologist. She received her Doctorate Degree from Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University. She completed the capstone of her clinical training at Manhattan Psychiatric Center, followed by post-doctoral training at Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center. In 2022 Dr. Keitel co-founded Breaktide Coaching, a holistic recovery, wellness, and executive functioning coaching company for adolescents and adults. Dr. Keitel's creative approach to integrating different modalities in the treatment world caters to the uniqueness of her patients and, ultimately, allows for therapy to be

Whatever brings you to therapy, I welcome your whole self into the room. Some of what brings you here may be hard to talk about. Maybe you have learned to cope with emotional pain in ways that are now hurting you or your relationships. You may be struggling with relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, sexuality, identity issues, or trying to sort out the impact of painful past experiences. We can work together to better understand your experiences and learn new ways to be with all of your feelings that free you to experience greater meaning and connection in your life.

I believe that seeking support through life’s challenges can lead to personal growth and a stronger sense of self. Whether you're adjusting to a new phase of life, feeling overwhelmed, or experiencing relationship difficulties, loss, career changes, or major life events, I am here to provide guidance, support and space for exploration. I prioritize individualized treatment tailored to your needs and goals. Through active collaboration, we will develop an alliance built on trust, empathy and respect. Together we will work towards fostering personal growth, enhancing self-awareness and facilitating meaningful changes in your life.

I am a trained psychotherapist specializing in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. My primary treatment techniques are psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and supportive. My approach is warm, thoughtful, and collaborative. I work hard to ensure each of my patients gain the self confidence and coping skills they need to reach their goals. I am always working on improving communication skills within the family and schedule ongoing parent and or family meetings when indicated. I have extensive experience with all of the issues young people face today such as academic stress, social anxiety, divorce, and depression.

It can be said that selecting a therapist is just as challenging as deciding to enter into treatment. Therefore, this is my pledge to you: I will welcome you into treatment with compassion, professional competence, and a sincere sensitivity to the specific circumstances motivating you to seek therapy at this time. I am committed to providing the best care possible to individuals and couples who are experiencing psychological pain and are seeking treatment for a range of conditions including: intimacy issues, sex addiction, porn addiction, codependency, & relational trauma. I believe that healing can be achieved through connection.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience treating families and children ages 0-5. With training and experience in varied brief strategic as well as psychodynamic approaches and interventions, I utilize mindfulness along with the practical application of other tools to help individuals become more effective in the ways they wish along their journey. I work collaboratively with individuals and couples identifying and deepening our understanding of their issues. These often include challenges around parenting and co-parenting. Our co-constructed goals always include warmth and deepening self-discovery as well as the sense of feeling more capable.

As a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I bring a wealth of experience to my remote practice. My expertise lies in helping individuals through the complexities of trauma recovery, all sorts of challenges and life transitions, relationship issues and endings, as well as overcoming feeling stuck personally or professionally. I'm dedicated to creating a compassionate and non-judgmental space where we can work through life's challenges together and learn ways to feel more content, hopeful and fulfilled.

I am currently completing a master’s degree in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness at New York University. I aim to use a warm and compassionate approach to create a space where my clients feel safe and comfortable to explore difficult emotions and experiences. I am interested in working with individuals who are struggling with mood and anxiety disorders as well as self-esteem and trauma.

It takes courage to seek out therapy. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, stuck in life, or are experiencing relationship issues- you want to build a more satisfying life, with hope for new possibilities. Therapy can help you to not only relieve suffering, but also to make lasting changes that will allow you to grow into a more authentic and empowered person. I will support you as well as challenge you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and develop the tools to change patterns that may be working against you.