Therapists in New York, NY

As a mental health counselor (MHC-LP), I believe that everyone needs a safe space and trusted person to share their personal struggles. My style of counseling firstly focuses on the counselor client relationship. Using person centered approaches, I provide a safe space, where we as counselor and client develop a rapport, so you feel heard and understood. Once a trusting rapport is established, I will work with you at your own pace, through the stages of change, to help you accomplish your goals and achieve overall wellness.

My ideal client would like to work on him/herself in order to improve their life in a lively, open dialogue that can be light hearted as well as serious. I take a practical approach to dealing with problems of living. I've had an extensive practice dealing with individuals in all walks of life. My particular focus has been in medical psychology where I've treated patients with various types of heart disease and those suffering from chronic pain. I've also had a career as a musician and enjoy working with those who have strong musical and artistic interests. I've an appointment at Weill Cornell Medical Center for many years.

My practice includes Individual, Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling and Family Therapy as well as Life Coaching, Career Coaching as well as Executive Coaching services. My approach is solution-oriented and practical while emphasizing SOLVING PROBLEMS or REACHING GOALS. I see therapy as a process for CHANGE rather than merely an exercise in insight. My work is RESULTS oriented. I utilize a pragmatic, cutting-edge-integrative approach, which is rooted in my many years of experience as high level business executive in Fortune 500 Company.

We offer a practical approach to therapy! We can support you with depression, anxiety, stress, life changes, attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) relationship problems, family conflict, parenting support, trauma/ PTSD, anger management, grief/ bereavement, somatic disorders, eating disorders, and bullying.

There are times in life when there doesn't seem like a way out of emotional pain. Our life histories, traumas, losses, and disappointments can run so deep that you think the only solution is to give up and stay where you are because change seems frightening. I'm confident I’m able to help you have a more joyful life, better relationships, and to create a more optimistic and exciting vision for your future. You can learn the most effective tools and recognize your strengths focusing on yourself in the now. I can teach you how to treat yourself with patience and compassion, while making a real decision to change.

Whether it's the stress of parenting, work, or relationships, life is full of ups and downs similar to a roller-coaster. Are you overwhelmed with your daily responsibilities? Do you have days where you are just tired of parenting? One minute you are at a basketball game or ballet recital cheering them on and next thing you know, you're dreaming of the day they move out! I get it and I'd love to help. Let's build your mind and body's resilience to improve your holistic health. As your coach, my goal is to make the process a little easier using positive psychology & strength-focused coaching techniques including Harm Reduction!

I believe that we can cope with many of life's difficulties with self-acceptance, a little less judgment, and a good dose of humor. This begins with a curious look at what we tell ourselves and expect from others. You may be surprised to learn how easily we raise annoyed-to-enraged, concerned-to-perturbed, and disappointed-to-devastated.

**I am more accessible by email!** Therapy is a bridge of communication that fosters healing, growth & insight. It's important for clients to feel safe & to have their voice heard & truly be seen. My theoretical orientation is an integrative approach that incorporates humanistic, psychodynamic & cognitive behavioral ideologies, which allows me the flexibility to give individualized care. Clients are encouraged to develop goals they hope to accomplish; explore their thoughts & feelings & the root causes of their core beliefs; learning to challenge themselves; & create healthy coping tools to assist in their healing process.

A major focus of my practice is on coping skills development and mind/body connection. I specialize in trauma, anger management, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and depression, pain and stress management, conflict resolution, relationship issues, work-related problems. Because of the strong relationship between mind and body, the impact of each on the other, the mind/body connection is integrated into all aspects of interventions. Learn to manage fear, anxiety, stress, loneliness, and depression during today’s challeng times.

My goal as a therapist is to create an honest, safe and non-judgemental space. We will work together to gain insight into the behaviors that might be causing you stress, anxiety or feelings of sadness and loneliness. I'm available for a free 15 minute phone or video call to see if I can be helpful to you.

“Everything can be taken from us but one thing, the last of the human freedoms – to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way” — Viktor Frankl. It is my firm belief that we free ourselves to think and act in new ways when we are willing to embrace the exploration of the self and develop insights into the motivations behind our behavior. We will work together to build a shared understanding of the obstacles that you are facing, whether that means improving your interpersonal relationships, exploring your identity/sexuality/spirituality, strengthening your self esteem, finding motivation and success in your career, navigating overwhelming and traumatic experiences, or identifying maladaptive patterns that may be acting as barriers to the life you want. I offer both short and long term psychotherapy to adolescents and adults seeking assistance with anxiety, mood disorders, mood dysregulation, obsessive thinking, compulsive behavior, ADHD, substance abuse, anger, impulsivity, highly sensitive temperament, and psychoeducation related to psychiatric medication management.

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.

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'm a licensed psychotherapist. People ask for my advice on all aspects of life. I'm a new genus of therapists- mixing cognitive behavior DBT and psychodynamic therapies, to get the resolve you want. And I love what I do. With a relationship based on trust, respect and empathy, my goal is to help you create a different view of life- to change faulty thinking, get past old schemas, and resolve current issues that get in the way of your own personal growth and joy in life. Let's work on breaking destructive patterns, thoughts and actions through gained strength, empathy and resolution.

When you are physically ill you turn to your doctor, hoping they can help you feel better. Problems like depression, anxiety, impulsivity, uncontrollable anger, 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'm a strong advocate for emotional well-being. Experiencing emotions is as natural as feeling hunger, and facing emotional challenges, as common as experiencing appetite. Engaging in therapy to process emotions is essential, much like regular doctor visits, whether for a check-up, addressing initial symptoms, or seeking help when issues have already affected life functioning. My approach focuses on helping clients overcome doubts, difficulties, and challenges to promote a calm, stable, and fulfilling life, staying away from categorizing, labeling, or pathologizing. You can learn about me on my book Traumatization & Its Aftermath.

I believe that human beings are, above all, adaptive. We develop powerful and unique ways to survive and succeed under conditions that are insensitive, unforgiving, and overwhelming. As a therapist, my approach builds upon the strength of this adaptive ability while remaining responsive to the anger, fear, and shame that can accompany it. I work with you to foster deeper self-compassion in the face of broader social circumstances that often encourage the opposite.

Having a good life is a conscious exercise of free will directed toward a game that raises the level of comfort, joy and fulfillment. Thoughts, attitudes, behaviors, believes, personality traits..., have a huge impact on our well-being. I draw from modern contemporary approaches to psychotherapy that guide and inspire a transformative experience reorienting self toward sustainable wellness. A mind-body-soul approach that blends science and wisdom of healing traditions. I would consider it an honor to be your guide, witness, and companion of your amazing and unique journey inside yourself!

Union Square Psychology is a diverse team of licensed psychologists and licensed social workers who are proud to serve the mental health needs of those who live in and around New York City. We provide high quality, personalized therapy for individuals, couples and groups. Our work is grounded in ongoing study of the latest research and theoretical literature examining psychology and human relationships.