Narrative Therapists in New York, NY

I'm a clinical counseling intern at PMA Mental Health in NYC, offering an inclusive, collaborative, warm, and non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and emotions.

We are surrounded by a story that unwanted feelings are pathological, an illness to be eradicated by taking medication, relentlessly policing thoughts, and consuming a never-ending supply of self-care products and services. Taken alone, that narrative can conceal deeper causes of distress by focusing solely on how well you adjust to and cope with their effects. Lasting relief requires a more holistic approach, one that accurately identifies and addresses the personal, social, and structural barriers that are keeping you stuck.

As a specialist in Christian Counseling, I've had the privilege of guiding adults through the complexities of life, from navigating anxiety, depression, and grief to tackling adjustment issues, relationship complexities, work stress, and spiritual quests. My therapeutic approach is as diverse as the individuals I serve, incorporating Narrative, Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, and Existential therapies. Each style is a tool, selected and refined to meet your unique needs and goals.

My counseling approach is a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy. I am dedicated to creating a nurturing and secure environment for collaborative work that fosters self-discovery, goal-setting, and the acquisition of evidence-based skills to catalyze personal growth and transformation.

What makes me different? 
I’m a survivor: I’ve been through it. I am committed to providing creative, dynamic, evidence-based, mental health therapy to a diverse body of clients. I am passionate about providing Anti-Oppression, Trauma-Informed individual and couples’ counseling to clients from all backgrounds. In our sessions, expect to laugh, cry, cuss (if you want to), have “lightbulb” moments, and be embraced for who you are. We’ll work together to improve your relationships, identify and change patterns and behaviors, grow your emotional intelligence, break generational cycles, to live your most authentic, fulfilling life.

I know that sharing your life with a stranger can feel vulnerable, risky, and uncertain as you wonder if you will truly be seen. My goal is to help you feel heard, seen, and empowered in the counseling space so that I can meet you where you are and help you attain your goals.

As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I am personally invested in providing affirming, knowledgeable, and accessible mental health support. My passion is creating a safe and affirming space for individuals to understand themselves, cope with daily life, and thrive. Integrated into my practice is the belief that everyone has the capacity for growth and resilience, therefore I tailor my therapeutic interventions to each client's strengths to meet the unique needs and goals of each person. I am committed to providing affirming, competent, and non-judgmental care to all my clients.

Are you feeling isolated in your relationships? While romance may begin in an instant, long-term relationships are not easy to maintain alone. No matter where you are in your relationship, seeking guidance, opening the lines of communication, and establishing safety in emotional expression are the cornerstones of any lasting and fulfilling relationship. I aim to empower my clients to realize the strengths they already possess. I work with them, both individually and as couples and families, to utilize those unique strengths to develop a positive narrative for their lives and relationships.

I work with men, women, and couples over 18 years of age. No matter what your reason is for seeking therapy, you deserve someone to witness your truth without reaction. You might be unsure whether you’re justified being in therapy or tell yourself that things aren’t really that bad and that you’re okay. But allowing someone to just be there with you creates the space to look at your expectations, thoughts, and feelings, and see what you want to do with them. It's valuable for someone to be part of your journey to help you explore what your narrative is and how it is affected by patterns and dynamics that affect all of us.

Welcome! My name is Tyler, and I am an NYC-based queer, trans, and multicultural psychotherapist. I am passionate about supporting young adults navigating the transition out of college, dating in the city, and finding passion in their career. This time of life can be filled with anxiety, depression, and feelings of uncertainty. Through our work together, you can expect to uncover the beliefs and patterns currently holding you back, and strengthen your relationship with yourself. I also specialize in working with parents navigating the challenges and joys of parenting during the teen years.

The initial phone call or email to a therapist can sometimes feel like a daunting first step, and I aim to greet you with warmth and compassion. I view therapy as a journey of self discovery and a safe place to explore the relationship you have with yourself and others. I look forward to walking you through the process of getting started and finding a treatment that works best for you. Some of my specialties include the treatment of binge-eating, bulimia, anorexia and other food and weight-related problems, as well as generalized anxiety and depression, difficulty with life transitions, low self esteem and general life stressors.

I am a New York-based psychotherapist seeing individuals and couples. When working together, it is essential that I come to know and really understand what you’re struggling with and what you want for yourself. In this way, we can work from what you need and where you want to go. You'll have my attention and presence, my compassion and emotional sensitivity, my intelligence, warmth, and insightfulness as resources to draw on throughout the process.

I approach counseling from a practical, client-centered approach. I believe in meeting people where they are at, setting attainable therapeutic goals, and fostering intentional self-exploration. My experience with clients focuses on changing behavioral patterns, dealing with interpersonal issues, exploring new coping skills, and addressing symptoms of depression and anxiety. I have worked facilitating group therapy for people diagnosed as HIV+, as well as individual counseling for LGBT+ people. I have a history of working with people experiencing substance use from both abstinence and harm reduction approaches.

I utilize a sensible, individualized approach pulling from various modalities that uncover significant experiences while giving you practical tools that can aid in your self-discovery. I emphasize a non-judgmental, authentic therapeutic relationship where you will feel safe to explore personal needs, take risks, and truly see what you are capable of. I recognize the humanity of all people, normalizing common day experiences and emotions such as anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem.

I am a warm, affirming, non-judgmental psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, and I work with an interactive, humanistic, strengths-based, trauma-informed, HAES-aligned, and transparent, narrative approach. I believe that people have the innate capacity to heal and change. We will work together to develop a deeper understanding of your life goals and perspectives, so that we can custom-tailor techniques to make life most meaningful for you. We will work together toward resolving life challenges by identifying your personal strengths, coping strategies, and by helping you to see things in your life from a different lens.

I believe that developing a therapeutic relationship with my clients is most improtant. I provide active lisetning with a therapeutic ear, and will reflect your story back to you and help you to see yourself in a different light. Together we will work on identifying goals and use a variety of modalities to help you reach them.

I have experience working with diverse clients and approach talk therapy with curiosity, warmth, and an authentic interest in the lives of others. It is my strongly held belief that meaningful change happens when folks are supported in their self-discovery, recognizing that they are the expert in their own experience.

Whether working with couples, adolescents, families, or adult individuals, I see the therapy room as a place for clients to discuss the parts of themselves and their lives that they can’t talk about anywhere else. My approach is open, playful, and creative. As we work together to identify and address the parts within yourself that may be anxious, overly protective, or deeply wounded, you will be better able to be the wisest, most mature version of yourself.

I am an eclectic psychotherapist who offers a safe space grounded in empathy and understanding. I fully believe that you are the author of your story and you get to create the narrative to your life. I am trained in numerous modalities and interventions, but I use a personalized therapeutic style that best fits your needs.