Therapists in Gramercy Park, New York, NY

Deciding to start therapy can be a daunting step. I believe therapy can be helpful in exploring relationship problems, couple/family struggles, mood symptoms, stress-related concerns, substance abuse, or learning more about yourself. My belief is that over time we can build a foundation to create a safe and trusting space to make it easier to share your experiences and challenges. By exploring aspects of your life that you find unfulfilling, we can work together towards positive change.

Feeling disconnected or not understood by a significant other or loved one? Are you experiencing frequent arguing, miscommunication, or finding it increasingly hard to be “on the same page"? Whether you are feeling stuck in a years-long familial, romantic, or business relationship, or you want to do some preventive work in your newly found connection—you have found the right therapist. I am a native Spanish and English-speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience helping adults build healthier, more fulfilling relationships with themselves, their partners, and family members.

Matthew (he/they) believes in the power of healing through connection. He helps clients overcome their challenges and build strong communities of support by working in collaboration to create a therapeutic relationship rooted in trust and full acceptance. They feel strongly that therapy is not only a space to overcome life’s difficulties but also where clients can emerge in their authentic beauty, beyond the limiting nature of societal constructs and oppressive systems.

I strongly believe in the collaborative nature of therapy - the creative engagement between the client and therapist, working toward a common goal: to help bring a greater sense of well being to you, the client - to your life, your psyche, your body, your relationships, your career, your home. I have a background in film, which makes working with people from the arts a natural fit (though I love to work with clients from all walks of life). Relationship concerns, career concerns, depression, anxiety, existential questioning, trauma, illness, bereavement and addictions are some of the areas in which I have experience.

I believe that each person wants to find fulfillment in life, and that through the therapeutic relationship, we can work together to achieve this goal. In today's world, there are so many pressures and obstacles that people face on a daily basis. I work to help people identify the factors that affect their lives, assist them in gaining insight into the causes of their problems, and develop real-life solutions to address problematic issues. I use techniques from various types of therapy to achieve this. I work to help people identify their strengths in order to increase resiliency and autonomy and develop growing self-respect.

I am a licensed psychologist who provides psychotherapy to adults and couples. I aim to create a warm, supportive, and contemplative space for self-exploration, to help bring into awareness and transform patterns that are getting in the way of living a full and satisfying life. By exploring the underlying causes of suffering, and becoming curious about one's own mind, greater freedom becomes possible. I see this process as a dialogue in which I take an active and engaged role, asking questions and offering ideas.

It’s natural to sometimes feel helpless when encountering tough situations; it can happen to anyone. There’s no shame in feeling afraid, hopeless, or desperate. While others may try to downplay your feelings, I, as your therapist, will not. Such feelings deserve to be addressed in a respectful and healthy way. My job is to guide you towards authenticity as you learn to feel empowered as a your true self.

I work collaboratively with my patients to explore the ways in which their past experiences have shaped their current relationships, both with themselves and with others. In therapy, we will pay close attention to the dynamics of our own relationship, as well as to patterns of behavior and communication that may be holding you back in other areas of your life. By developing greater self-awareness and insight into these patterns, you can begin to break free of old patterns and forge more meaningful and fulfilling connections with others.

Whether your decision to find a therapist is related to recent or long-standing issues, greater self-awareness and behavioral change can reduce your distress and lead to a more satisfying life. Together, we will identify the goals of treatment and pathways to transform difficulties. Individuals contact me to address a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, self-judgment/shame, substance abuse, relationship problems, poor motivation, job stress, loss, identity issues, trauma, and life transitions. I work collaboratively with clients to identify and enhance inherent strengths, and develop new tools when indicated.

Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or challenges at work, discussing and working through your problems can be incredibly meaningful. Therapy can help you change old patterns and improve your overall well-being. Together, we'll help you understand yourself better, provide room for personal growth, and help you achieve your goals.

Starting therapy, or re-starting therapy, can feel like a daunting endeavor. I look forward to helping individuals, both teens and adults, who might be struggling with what it means to be in therapy or understanding how therapy might be able to help them. I practice primarily from a psychodynamic and relational perspective. This means that I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the necessary foundation for effective and meaningful therapeutic work. Every therapist-patient relationship is unique and I work hard to provide a non-judgmental, safe, and supportive therapeutic environment.

I'm Founder and Clinical Director of The Flatiron Center for Psychotherapy and an experienced clinical psychologist and supervisor. My style is warm, direct and down to earth. I've helped many clients with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, personality disorders, and other concerns. Whatever difficulties you may be facing, I'll work closely with you, sharing my clinical knowledge and experience to help you better understand your issues and discover new solutions. Armed with new perspectives and insights, we can not only overcome your symptoms but help you live a life that feels freer, more authentic and more fulfilling.

My approach is to help you understand your life experiences and choices, particularly those that create obstacles to greater fulfillment. This involves working collaboratively. For example, we may focus on recognizing habits of thought or behavior that lead to getting "stuck" (eg., avoidance, anxiety) and learn more effective ways of self expression and relatedness, which will allow for positive change. I offer the support and guidance necessary to be curious about yourself and open to thoughts and feelings that may be previously unexplored. As a clinician, I have worked in many diverse settings with people from all walks of life.

Hi there, brave one! Congratulations on taking the courageous first step towards greater self-love, understanding and overall wellbeing. I’m Marlena, a genuinely kind, warm & highly empathetic therapist dedicated to providing a supportive space within which we work together to cultivate connection, develop profound insights, transmute negative thoughts, bolster self-love & heal trauma. My conversational, authentic, & nurturing style fosters a deep therapeutic bond that serves as the springboard from which we co-create your positive evolution.

Therapy is discovering yourself and connecting to other people. When you do that self-discovery you get to know who you are, what you want, and how to get there. This is where happiness begins, but doing this by yourself can be frustrating, lonely and you may not see what is not working for you.

How can we make deeper changes when we are trying to manage unusual pain, or are just handling our day-to-day suffering? When we feel safe and accepted as we are, we can challenge ourselves to grow, and to encounter others in an authentic way. I aim to create, with you, a safe place where we get to know your habitual patterns of behaving and relating, and explore less familiar sides of you that may offer surprising possibilities for thinking, feeling, relating and living. How can deepening awareness enliven, balance, support, un-stick, sustain or change your life? Let's find out!

My philosophy on therapy is based on the power of introspection, understanding our relationships with others, and the knowledge that we all have the capacity to make changes in our lives. My belief is that my role as a therapist is to help you explore yourself in the setting of a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment. I will help you understand yourself better in the context of all of your relationships both past and present, and we will work together to help you make the changes you seek in life. Most importantly, I want to help you find a sense of peace in becoming your most authentic self.

I am an experienced psychotherapist and throughout my career I have trained in various modalities of treatment. I combine the best of these approaches to tailor a treatment plan that is optimal for each individual's unique needs. My approach is interactive and I give feedback and make behavioral suggestions when indicated. I have been in practice over 35 years and have treated a great variety of issues. I have been on the faculty of Albert Einstein Medical College, New York Medical Collage and at Beth Israel Medical Center and have extensive experience in psychotherapy both in supervision and practice.

Everyone goes through difficult times. Maybe you're going through a life transition, experiencing anxiety and mood disorders, or having relationship issues. We provide integrative, holistic psychotherapy to individuals and couples. We treat a broad spectrum of issues, and specialize in anxiety/ perfectionism, relationships, and perinatal mental health. All of our therapists believe in the mind/body connection and work holistically to connect and create new awareness and growth. We have several psychologists at different fee levels to fit your financial needs.