Relationship Issues Therapists in New York, NY

I believe that therapy can be a powerful tool to help make sense of difficult emotions, gain clarity in relationships with oneself and others, and cultivate greater self-acceptance. I have significant clinical experience with LGBTQ+-identified individuals and serve clients all across the gender and sexuality spectrums, on issues both related and unrelated to these identities.

When you are physically ill you turn to your doctor, hoping they can help you feel better. Problems like depression, anxiety, impulsivity, uncontrollable anger, guilt, or low self-confidence can be as painful, if not more so, than physical illness; they can also create serious relationship and work difficulties. I have over 25 years of experience and I have helped many adults, adolescents, and couples who had received limited or no benefit from previous therapists, other doctors, or medications. I work well with people who are skeptical of, or intimidated by, talk therapy.

I am a psychodynamically oriented therapist working with a broad range of clients. I place a strong emphasis on building an authentic therapeutic relationship in order to create a safe and protected space. Within this space, clients are encouraged to examine their past experiences, feelings, and patterns of behavior in order to bring a deeper awareness to their lives as well as create active goals leading to lasting change.

A strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of meaningful change. I work from an empathic, non-judgmental perspective to provide a space in which we can foster insight and growth. We will work together to overcome challenges, resolve issues, learn skills, and help you find balance and fulfillment in your life. Together, we will determine which treatment method is best suited for your individual needs, and we will set collaborative goals for therapy.

I utilize an integrative approach with an emphasis on psychodynamic theory. Treatment is tailored to the best fit for the individual or couple. I specialize in LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, relationship and marital issues, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed therapy. I practice from a sex-positive, direct and non-judgmental perspective. I have helped clients with a range of struggles, including depression, anxiety, personality disorders, sexuality and gender identity, gender transition, body image, navigating polyamory, and finding clarity around life decisions.

I lead a group of mental health providers with ample experience working with people from different cultural and ethnic backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, and family structures. We believe that "every difficulty in life presents us with an opportunity to turn inward and to invoke our own inner resources" (Epitectus).

Whether you are stuck making a significant life decision, feel overwhelmed by life, feel hopeless and detached from your own power, or simply cant seem to connect with others in a meaningful way, you are here because you want to get better. I can help you understand why this keeps happening, point you to new ways, give you concrete tools to use every day and make you feel heard and understood. I help people who are having relationship problems improve their communication skills, navigate conflict and disagreements, set healthy boundaries, make confident decisions, overcome guilt and shame and reach forgiveness of self and others.

I want to work with clients who want to get connected with their authentic selves and gain increased freedom and choice in how they express themselves to others. I work with clients to reduce symptoms that cause emotional pain and block authenticity, and I foster clients’ curiosity to explore new ways of relating to themselves and others. Through this process, I strive to help clients experience the delight and satisfaction of connecting with themselves, create more fulfilling relationships with others, and increase their ability to reach their personal goals.

作为一名咨询师，我相信每个人都有自己的内在资源来引导他们找到真正的自我。所以我希望能够提供一个安全和不被评判的空间和来访者一起去探索和讨论。我擅长的课题包括个人成长，亲密关系，人际关系，焦虑，抑郁, 药物滥用等。As a mental health counselor, my primary goal is to establish a safe and non-judgmental environment where my clients can identify and explore any area of concern. I am dedicated to empowering my clients to discover and utilize their inner strengths and resources. With extensive experience in assisting adults from diverse cultural backgrounds, our sessions encompass a wide range of topics, including but not limited to relationship issues, substance use, and stress management.

My ideal client identifies as a gay/bi/queer/questioning man who has survived childhood sexual abuse and/or a conversion therapy program (i.e. “ex-gay” or “pray the gay away"). The symptoms my ideal client is struggling with after surviving abuse manifest in anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship & sexual dysfunction, and others. My clients come to me to become empowered in their mental health, their feelings, their relationships, and their sexuality.

Specialized therapy for all people and couples wanting to improve symptoms of anxiety in relationships. I work with individuals and couples hoping to improve their relationships with their significant other(s), people they’re dating, family members, and friends. If you experience anxiety, and find yourself feeling helpless in the process of being safe and secure in your relationships, there is absolutely help for you that will have you feeling better and more connected to those around you (and yourself) within your first few sessions.

Given the complexities and demands of society today, it is inevitable that at some point in all of our lives, we will experience an emotional or challenging event. My view of therapy is that I am here to help you. Together we will explore your situation and utilize the strengths within you, at your own pace, to overcome the challenges the world presents to you.

My practice is focused on helping you improve your relationships! I am a licensed clinical psychologist and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. I treat individuals and couples struggling with issues that impact their romantic, familial, social & professional relationships; these can include anxiety, depression, anger, stress, self-esteem & sexuality. As an LGBTQ affirmed therapist, my patients are heterosexual and LGBTQ individuals as well as couples. Together, we will work to help you become your most confident, passionate, connected, and open self. Let's begin your journey to a happier, more satisfying, and meaningful life!

In my practice, I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment where a trusting therapeutic relationship can be built. This has been, in my 18+ years of experience, the most effective way to ensure we can do meaningful work to achieve your goals. In this therapy journey, I hope to support and challenge you along the way, working collaboratively to help you live a more fulfilling life. Through my gentle guidance, clients are encouraged to be more open and introspective by identifying goals, becoming more aware of their maladaptive thoughts and behaviors, and empowering them to work towards their needs and wants.

I believe therapy is a gift that allows one's inner strength to emerge while our personal journey through life's experiences makes us who we are. My own journey has led me to my career as a therapist which allows me the honor and opportunity to work together with my clients to recognize their own strengths and limitations in achieving their goals. All this takes place within a strong, non-judgmental, therapeutic relationship that is built on empathy, trust, safety, and compassion. I have a calm, warm, relaxed style and believe in creating a safe space for you where compassion, support, and humour can live.

Someone suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, relationship problems, an illness, traumatic and stressful issues, grieving, challenges with coping skills, work and career issues, developmental traumas as well as stress from the coronovirus.

The Gender & Sexuality Therapy Center (G&STC) is a psychotherapy group focusing on providing LGBTQ+, kink, and poly competent therapy. We offer therapy to individuals, couples, multi-partner relationships and families. Our goal is to offer a safe, non-judgmental, and empowering therapeutic space to the individuals and communities who often lack access to services, and are met with stigma, discrimination and micro-aggressions, even while in therapy.

I am passionate about working with individuals & couples facing relationship issues, adjusting to life transitions, or healing from anxiety and depression. I have a focus on helping people heal from attachment trauma caused by emotional abuse, neglect, or betrayals. If you notice unhealthy patterns in your relationships, have difficulty regulating or expressing your emotions, or feel stuck, I would love to help you. Together, we will apply a lens of curiosity and compassion to help you identify and respond to the challenges you face. We'll work together to first understand how and why you feel, think, and behave as you do.

Our sessions begin with a conversation. What brings you here? What would you like to be different? What would your life look like if our work together is successful? With over 35 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist we can quickly and jointly determine if we are a good fit. I work with adolescents and individual adults as well as couples experiencing relationship, intimacy and/or parenting issues. My expertise in psychodynamic, cognitive, and relational therapy provide a unique combination. Please see my website for more information: www.drcarrierosenfield.com