Family Therapy in New York, NY

I take a positive optimistic approach while partnering with my patients, providing individual, family & marriage counseling & motivational life coaching, in person, on the phone and on the internet. We'll discuss relationships (typically key to achieving most personal & professional desires), feeling depressed, professional choices, stress, self image, self confidence, pain management, counterproductive habits. I work with couples who want to work on aspects of their relationships, are considering marriage and those considering separation. We'll work together to figure out where you are, where you want to be & how you can get there. My strength is in connecting with people.

I have experience in helping others with stress, anxiety, family conflicts and parenting issues. It’s takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and calmer life and take these first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.

"Our work-together can open doors". With my empathy, wisdom and knowledge, I can aspire and inspire change in you who are eagerly seeking and waiting. As a Psychotherapist, I am, first of all, an ally who provide support and a safe space to be. Then we go on a journey together: from an unawareness of the self, from superficial goals and aims towards an understanding of your individuality and to a state of centeredness-unified, integrated self.

I'm a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I have extensive experience helping people heal from the emotional and behavioral difficulties related to depression and anxiety, including relationship issues, family conflicts, and problems in the work place.

Our practice is based on the concept of therapy having the potential to be more effective when it utilizes physical and meditative interventions that research has found to help counteract negative moods. For example, exercise has been found to be as effective in relieving depression as anti-depressant medication itself. I am a licensed psychotherapist, having earned my MSW from Columbia University and MS in Ed from the the University of Pennsylvania, as well a licensed personal trainer, having earned my certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine.

Regardless of your reason for seeking therapy, you deserve a compassionate therapist who puts your individual needs and personal well-being at the center of your treatment. I focus on fostering growth and cultivating positive change with every client I see, by helping you to better understand yourself and by working together to develop new ways to cope with life stressors. I use a client-centered, insight-oriented approach to explore your unique internal world and individual identities, and to delve into the life experiences that have shaped who you are today.

I believe that whatever most troubles you, it cannot define you psychologically, nor does it lessen the whole of your identity. Therefore, I regard all aspects of your past, your present and your inner life as a series of promising pathways. Through them we can seek a fuller understanding of your living reality, and we can discover and develop key resources for resolving your dilemmas. Throughout our work together my overall perspective on you, the client, is of your distinct, unique connection to the common ground of our human experience: that shared territory in which we all sometimes struggle, and in which I fully include myself.

People seek therapy when they are feeling overwhelmed and when their usual coping skills aren't working. Maybe you're feeling stuck in your work life or relationships, or struggling to find a sense of well being. These difficulties can lead to symptoms of depression, anxiety and addictions, to name a few. I envision therapy as a space where two people can focus together on whatever is causing you pain. I believe this process can lead to greater self-awareness, effectiveness, and personal freedom, as your choices become more conscious and your sense of self deepens.

You aim for success and often achieve it! But somehow an empty feeling sometimes arises and the healthier, inner, emotional life you value feels just out of reach. Perhaps at times the relationships you hold dear are affected in ways you don't intend. Some things seem out of alignment for you despite the many things you do right, you're uncertain how to attain the inner well-being you crave and believe in. Perhaps a sense of purposelessness haunts you or you yearn for greater self-understanding, or the ability to feel more at ease within yourself. Give yourself the opportunity to be more fully heard on your thoughts and concerns.

Life in today’s world isn’t easy: online dating, social media, remote work, global uncertainty…the list goes on. I specialize in guiding young adults and couples as they navigate it all. My clients are working through life transitions, relationship challenges, career uncertainty, self-esteem issues, or just want someone to talk to regularly. My role is to identify the right tools to move through these obstacles so you can begin to thrive.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, depression, and anxiety. I know that going to therapy can be a difficult and challenging experience, and therefore hope to make this experience as compassionate and comforting as possible.

Sometimes, we need help and support to make a change in ourselves and our lives to feel positively different. Because of that, I offer a unique, individualized type of counseling tailored to what you want and need most. I work with young adults and adults managing life transitions, trauma, stress/anxiety, and dissatisfaction with areas of their lives. I enjoy working with motivated individuals who look to improve their lives, career paths, families, personalities, relationships, and sex life. No matter how big or small the issue, we'll face it together. Ready to be the Best Version of Yourself and have the life you want? Call me.

The stress of trying to manage it all when it feels like you're drowning is exhausting! I specialize in working with women feeling overwhelmed by relationship issues, parenting challenges, loss and grief, or traumatic experiences. My clients often struggle with feeling depleted; they're tired, their thoughts keep racing, the anxiety's overwhelming, and they can feel really stuck and alone with their pain. It's a lot! And when life stressors occur it's ok to not feel ok, it's human. Some who are used to doing things on their own may question why healing would be any different and so continue to suffer. You don't need to go it alone.

I offer traditional therapy AND clinical coaching! If you are experiencing symptoms of sadness, loneliness, hopelessness or worry, please know that you are not alone. Together we can make positive changes that increase your happiness and enhance your relationships. How about Clinical Coaching? I understand that you might not experience intense symptoms but that you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and lack energy to accomplish personal goals. This is why coaching might be a good fit as it incorporates concrete skill development and self care strategies to help you feel better quickly.

Whether the collapse is "out there" or "in here," it often seems the world is collapsing. Many of us seek therapy because the sense of losing our mind, our self, our loved ones, or our livelihood is terrifying, and the real threats of catastrophe are debilitating. Knowing what we want becomes increasingly difficult, and we struggle to take shape and hold on to ourselves in the presence of others. We fold up or fold in to protect ourselves and our relationships, but then aloneness, desperation, panic, and self attack set in.

Grief, loss, illness and caregiving can change the ways we feel about ourselves, our lives and our future. The impacts can be immense, and intersect with everything else we've been through in our lives. Many people find that working with a specialized therapist offers an additional level of support when it's difficult to cope. Whether you or someone close to you were recently diagnosed or living with an illness for years, caring for someone else, work in healthcare or whether you lost someone or something important to you, please reach out.

Hello! My name is Jenna Hendricksen and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New York State. I welcome clients from varied backgrounds and enjoy supporting them in surmounting life transitions, exploring pre-marital therapy, managing trauma, reducing anxiety and depression, and resolving couples issues. My work draws upon several evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), mindfulness, and behavioral therapy. I also have several years' experience in supporting individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.

Which primary experience in life usually has the most impact on us? Relationships. If you uncover the source of most problems in living, childhood relationships and the resulting psychological fallout are at the root. Recognizing you are struggling with something is the beginning step in a courageous journey towards changing it. Without judgment, I will support you on that journey as you learn to understand the origins of your problems, and how to make changes for greater life satisfaction. I encourage you to respect, rather than fear, your problems as a signal to seek help. We will work together towards your goals.

I am the founder of Vital Steps Mental Health Counseling Services PC, a private practice operating in NYC. I am a warm, caring, compassionate, and supportive person. Those qualities have made it easy for people to share their deepest emotional issues as they search for a path to cope and manage some of life's most challenging circumstances. Society tends to see and be accepting of the impact of physical challenges on the life of an individual however, most people struggle to understand the debilitating impact of traumatic experience on the health and wellbeing of a person. I get it. I am ready to work with you.