Therapists in New York

Whatever brings you here – whether challenging circumstances or an internal conflict – finding the right support can be daunting. As a gestalt therapist and a cultural anthropologist, I see therapy as an exercise of the possible. My approach aims to expand the horizons of what you’ve come to see as “true” regarding who you are and your prospects for fulfillment. With compassion and curiosity, we will develop awareness of – and gently interrogate – your constructions of yourself, identifying barriers to authentic and nourishing contact. Often formed early in life, these dated templates may stifle growth and meaningful relationships.

I’m a clinical psychologist with a B.A. from Dartmouth College and M.A. and Ph.D. from the City College of New York. Prior to completing my doctorate, I worked at Columbia University’s Barnard Toddler Center, conducted research at Columbia Medical Center’s Perinatal Pathways Lab, and taught undergraduate courses in child psychology at the City University of New York. I completed my pre-doctoral internship at the Brooklyn VA Medical Center, with rotations in the PTSD Clinic, Primary Care Clinic and Women's Clinic.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in NYC with well over a decade of experience empowering and supporting women through life transitions, losses, and breaking distressing energy draining cycles. Are you struggling in relationships, harshly self-critical, unsure of next steps in building the life you want, a new or seasoned parent and feeling triggered and overwhelmed, or experiencing a recent change or loss? Our work together will help you better attune to yourself and build a life that feels centered, authentic, full and joyful.

Beginning or resuming psychotherapy is a deeply personal choice that is often met with complicated and sometimes even conflicting emotions. I believe that in order for people to make the best use of psychotherapy, they need to feel respected, safe, and supported within the therapeutic relationship. This lays the foundation upon which one can better understand themselves and in turn grow. My practice aims to assist people with improving the quality of their interpersonal relationships, deepening their understanding of the familial/relational context in which they were raised, and living a more fulfilling life.

Are you attempting to manage feelings that have been building up over time? You may be living with anxiety and depression, generally feeling stuck, and/or are trying to manage the personalities of people around you. Perhaps you aren’t quite sure how to talk about what’s happening; but something doesn’t feel right—things just feel off. During times like this, talking to a professional can help. I work with young adults, parents, college and graduate students including international students. I have niche specialized experience working with medical professionals such as physicians, nurses and medical trainees.

Psychotherapy can benefit people facing a range of challenges. Currently, I see adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship or interpersonal difficulties, and sometimes with health/illness issues. I see many people experiencing distress and other symptoms associated with life transitions such as adolescence, marriage, new parenthood or challenges in family planning, divorce, professional or personal role redefinition, retirement, and aging. I provide counseling to individuals and couples struggling with the shifting roles and demands of these complicated times.

I believe there is no greater gift we can give ourselves than to create a safe space to be heard, explore our innermost thoughts and feelings, and shine light into what causes us pain. As your therapist, I would be honored to hold this space for you. We will utilize our therapeutic relationship to empower you to better understand yourself so you can work towards living in greater alignment with your values.

I am a licensed psychotherapist and I support individuals through the process of growth and healing, self-discovery, and coping through difficult times. I am committed to helping my clients deepen their connection to themselves and build self trust. By gaining clarity on aspects of your life, whether it be what has shaped you, or what is currently keeping you stuck, I help you use this awareness to live a more intentional life. My therapeutic style is warm, active, and genuine. I strongly believe in the importance of building an authentic and trusting relationship in order for therapy to be effective.

We all long to reach a place of consistently feeling seen, heard and understood. I want to help you work towards reaching this place within yourself, your work and your relationships. There are many things that get in our way while striving to reach this place: feeling overwhelmed by work, grief, loss, past traumas, feeling anxious about the uncertainty of the future, unsure of what to do next. Sometimes we just feel stuck. I am here to work through all of that with you. Relationships: Perhaps you feel disconnected, withdrawn or misunderstood by your partner(s)

Are you feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed? Do you struggle with following through on making positive changes? Are you having trouble setting boundaries in your relationships? Do you just "feel off" and you're not sure what's wrong? When life inevitably throws us curveballs they often highlight our self-doubt, and negative feelings and beliefs about ourselves and others that we had been ignoring or didn't even know we had. You may have experienced loss, a difficult diagnosis, relationship or marital challenges, or you are carrying a painful trauma from your past. Maybe you are simply looking to gain clarity and self-awareness.

As a bilingual/bicultural therapist (Spanish) I have been committed to providing therapeutic services to the Latino community and to New Yorkers of varying diversity. Whether you are an immigrant or a first generation American it is often difficult to find professionals with whom you can feel safe. Trauma comes in many different forms and I specialize in helping people develop assertiveness skills and improve their personal relationships. I also specialize in sex therapy, experiences specific to women, LGBTQIA+, harm reduction, HIV+ individuals, family dysfunction, and identity issues including otherkin.

Welcome! I am here to offer you help through life’s most difficult transitions. Anxiety, depression, past trauma, and current stressors can weigh us down. Sometimes, even positive changes, like pregnancy and postpartum, can be hard. While I can help clients with a variety of issues, my specialties include treatment of trauma/PTSD as well as treatment of mood and anxiety disorders during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

I specialize in the cognitive-behavioral treatment of panic disorder, OCD, anxiety, challenging life transitions and depression. Using the integration of cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and relational therapy strategies, I believe successful therapy is achieved in the context of an accepting and supportive relationship. It is in the spirit of this collaborative approach that I coach patients through an effective process of change, addressing problems and symptoms so that patients can achieve change, meaning and value in their lives.

As a native New Yorker, born and raised on Long Island, living in the city for the last 10 years, I have been connected to the people who choose to live here. A bustling city where, as Frank Sinatra said so well, "if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere". I believe this to be true and I believe it to be easier with the work of psychology.

My goal is to help you achieve a healthier mind, body and relationship with yourself and others. I work with clients to help them understand the reasons for the development of their problems and support them in utilizing their strengths to live a more meaningful and healthy life. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with over twenty years of experience, I provide counseling to adolescents and adults struggling with a range of symptoms, including depression, anxiety, and difficulties in relationships. I practice psychotherapy from a relational perspective and use cognitive behavioral techniques when appropriate.

I have 20 years of experience in the mental health field helping people with problems with relationships, work, life transitions, and self-esteem issues. I am originally from South America and have worked extensively with English- and Spanish-speaking people. Whatever your background or difficulty, finding a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and who listens empathically is important. My goal is to create a space in which you feel safe to talk openly and for us to work together on figuring out what is getting in your way so that you feel empowered to pursue your goals.

After more than 35 years of doing this work, I am still reminded daily that every therapeutic relationship is different. Working together we will begin to understand how you came to be the person you are, what things hold you back, and how you can learn to change. We will look at your past, but also at your present, including what happens between the two of us. Through treatment you should expect to feel more confident and more flexible in your ability to respond to problems that inevitably crop up. My goal is to help you experience your life as fully as possible.

Whatever you struggle with - complex trauma, addiction, betrayal, relational challenges, career anxiety, a feeling of "stuckness" - I can help. I describe my therapeutic style as "alive": alive to your story, alive to your pain, alive to your problems, and alive to who and where you are, right now. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including schema therapy, transformational chair work, and trauma-focused therapy, tailored to help you regain a sense of agency in your life.

Are you struggling with everyday life stressors? Do you feel anxious, depressed or overwhelmed in life? Do you feel disconnected from family and friends or just need help with handling your problems? Are you one of the many who suffer from a lack of self esteem and confidence, or are you someone who would like to build stronger boundaries with others and learn how to become more assertive? Whatever you are experiencing, I can help you move past your struggles and guide you on a new path of healing. We will work together to challenge the thoughts, beliefs and patterns that prevent you from moving forward.