Women's Issues Therapists in Astoria, NY

I am of South Asian descent and open to clients of all backgrounds. However, I know there is a great need for therapy in South Asian communities. I grew up witnessing how harmful stigma can be surrounding mental health. I am an avid believer that everyone is entitled to therapy. We can work together in your journey of healing! You do not have to suffer alone nor feel shameful about it. I strive to create a space that is warm and inviting.

The only journey is the one within.” — Rainer Maria Rilke Welcome! My name is Amy Afua Smith and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I exemplify authenticity and compassion throughout my daily life. Over my career as a licensed clinical social worker, I have dedicated myself to providing excellence in care to those in need, especially those from low income or underserved communities. I assist with problem-solving and managing challenges related to work-life balance.

If you have made it this far, I commend you for your courage. Seeking support is a huge step! The longer I’ve lived, the more I’ve understood that life brings both joy and pain, success and failure, beginnings and endings, and this duality can often bring dissonance within us, as we work to make meaning of it all. Healing and wellness are deeply personal to everyone’s journey, and I aim to honor your diverse life experiences through this work. On this journey, we’ll create an environment where you can be free to explore who you are, your needs, your values, and the priorities for your life in a safe space.

There are many different reasons to seek treatment including the obvious ones-depression, anxiety, a life crisis, loss of loved one, work issues & so on. For other individuals, it may be less clear-cut--maybe you seek to better understand yourself, change your relationship patterns or learn new ways of dealing with situations without repeating self-destructive behaviors. Or maybe you are struggling with a difficult pregnancy or loss of one or the life-changing world of becoming a mother and “baby blues” that don’t seem to go away.

I’ll work with you to understand and explore your deeper desires for your life, help you advocate for yourself in relationships, school, and work, and create plans to safely cope with all the stress in your life and the world. Parents seeking support for your teen, you came to the right place, and I will help you help your child.

In my practice, I integrate evidence-based approaches tailored to young children, teens, young adults and perinatal individuals. For children, teens and young adults, I utilize play therapy, art therapy, and other age-appropriate interventions that allow them to express themselves freely, build resilience and emotional well-being. For perinatal individuals, I offer a safe and supportive environment to explore the complex emotions that can arise during this transformative period, while also providing practical tools for managing stress, enhancing self-care, and fostering healthy relationships.

I believe in everyone's inherent value and seek to guide individuals through the process of reconnecting to their true essence and worth. Together we would explore presenting challenges to eventually get to the origin of the pain that may be keeping you stuck or blocked. I work somatically using Sensorimotor Psychotherapy approach in order to gently guide the body and mind back into harmony as so often trauma and life experiences can separate or fracture the two, leaving us feeling disconnected from ourselves and others.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (PhD, LMHC, NCC) who works with adults, emerging adults, and older adolescents navigating the healing process surrounding mood disorders/issues, life/career transitions, generational trauma, identity exploration, and relationship difficulties. Empathy, genuine concern for you and your past and present lived experiences, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard are at the forefront of our relationship.

Your growth is important to me. Therapy is not a simple journey; it is challenging and can often be uncomfortable. However, on the other side of that is hope and growth. The opportunity for change and engage life in a way that satisfies you. That is what motivates me. Having the potential to be a part of your transformative journey. I will help you uncover a strength that has been residing in you this whole time. So, let's work together to find this strength and see the change that you've been seeking!

I know it wasn’t easy to come here, but you did. You took a courageous first step in the right direction of your road to change. Allow me the privilege to be part of your transformation. I want to work with you, and help you be the best version of you. The version that has been there all along, but has been obstructed by the pain and adversities you’ve faced. We will work together to understand the story of who you are. And we will develop goals that will make the path to the person you want to be clearer. Allow me the privilege of earning your trust, and show you I will be there every step of the way!

With an infusion of humor and genuine warmth, I offer care that is direct, person-centered, and liberatory. By fostering a collaborative, empowering, anti-oppressive atmosphere, I actively support you as you navigate life's challenges while also celebrating your unique strengths. I encourage open communication, foster active self-discovery, and facilitate goal-setting to empower you on your personal journey toward growth, resilience, and overall well-being.

Sarah is a New York State Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She works with individuals, couples and families to help foster healthy relationships not only with others, but also within themselves. Through a safe and secure environment, Sarah believes that development and growth occur with positive rapport and transparency in the therapeutic relationship. She focuses on life cycle transitions, allowing for insight into roadblocks. Sarah's emotional and relational-based approach works to assist clients in leading a more balanced and empowered life.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-worth, relational/family issues, or trouble reconciling with the past? Do you find yourself overcome with self-doubt, overthinking often, or without motivation? I am a trauma-informed, EMDR-trained, LGBTQIA+ affirming, queer therapist, who works with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-worth-related issues. I believe that psychotherapy that is tailored to your needs and personal experiences can have an incredible impact on your sense of well-being, improve relationships, and reconnect you safely to the world.

My name is Jennifer and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York City committed to supporting the well-being of my clients. I provide online therapy to adults via Headway in both English and Spanish (please view my website for more information). I have past experience working with clients of all ages from children to adults in diverse settings including colleges, community mental health, private practice, and care management. My passion lies in supporting Women, the Latinx/Hispanic community, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

I specialize in adolescent girls and women dealing with feelings of low self-worth. I have many years of experience working with people dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and difficulty coping. I am a trained family therapist, specializing in families with adolescents. I am currently seeing clients virtually who live in either NJ or NY.

Are you Latine, experiencing anxiety or depression? Hi! I’m Michelle, a first-generation Latine therapist who has a passion for supporting the Latine community with their mental health goals. There are so many factors that contribute to mental health, but I am here to help you get more clarity and direction. My approach to therapy is eclectic. It draws from person-centered, trauma-informed, strength-based, feminist, and anti-oppressive principles. I recognize how our lived experiences are impacted not just by our individual choices, or upbringing, but also by the larger systems that contribute to generations of trauma.

In my years of experience I have come to realize so much about living in the world robs us of our ability to acknowledge our own magic. Therapy should be a safe place for you to begin to reclaim that magic and learn how to discover your own power. By using a "bottom to top" approach to identify how long held, negative beliefs, have kept you reliving and repeating the past, you can finally live in the present. I provide a safe, non judgemental space for you to work through trauma and reclaim the power inherent in you.

Second-guessing yourself is exhausting. It is a full-time job to constantly replay conversations or situations in your head, judging yourself and thinking, “if only I had done this,” “that was so stupid,” or “why couldn’t I do this right.” Mixing that with having trouble sleeping, questioning your identity or worth, and other responsibilities can make it difficult to get through the day. Little things that did not bother you one day could leave you feeling like you are spiraling out of control. You might have found some things that work to distract you, but in the end, the feelings come back, and you feel lost.

My approach is to be warm, genuine, open and honest. My therapeutic approach comes from a family systems perspective as well as interpersonal framework. We'll explore different aspects of one self and enhance your ability to identify and analyze problems, explore solutions, and deepen your interpersonal connections. In recognizing your own strengths, my goal is to empower and understand you. I’m going to meet you right as you are, right now.