Attachment-based Therapists in New York, NY

Life can be difficult at times. For many of us protecting ourselves from knowing our suffering can take the form of troubling emotional symptoms, self-destructiveness as well as anxieties and inhibitions. Yet it is precisely these symptoms we must take the time to listen to as messages communicating something essential and understandable about our suffering, fears, and wishes - the emotional meanings of our personal history. By listening to you closely and carefully, we will explore together thoughts and feelings that were previously unknown to you yet powerfully affect your life. Talking changes the way things look.

Notice an increase in anxiety, depression, and/or stress in recent years? Worried your anxiety has begun to affect self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, or overall enjoyment in life? Living with this is difficult and does not need to be managed alone. By offering a welcoming space and utilizing an individualized evidence-based approach I aim to help clients reach their personal goals. I utilize a strengths-based approach to empower clients to challenge negative self-talk, support emotional regulation, and develop healthy coping skills.

I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Pace University in 2013 and my Master of Social Work from New York University in 2015. I am an New York LCSW and Massachusetts LICSW with over eight years of clinical experience in hospital, private practice, and telehealth outpatient settings.

These are difficult and important times that we can choose to inspire us toward personal growth. Let me help you feel less alone and stronger, develop your relationships, and strengthen your coping skills and immune system. I provide a variety of techniques to help you grow. They include talk therapy, EMDR, meditation, Hypnosis. and a spiritual orientation. All these methods enable you to relax and contact your inner strength and wisdom. Thus, you will be able to find solutions and abilities you didn't know you had to overcome your trauma and loneliness, as well as finding strength and hope.

I'm glad you're here! I help people free themselves from painful relational patterns and start feeling calm, safe and authentic. We will work with experiences that are keeping you stuck, like trauma, marginalization, and difficult relationships, so that you can feel and process your emotions, heal past wounds, accommodate yourself and truly be you. I offer individual therapy, couples therapy and therapy for all kinds of relationship structures, including non-monogamous relationships and blended families.

People are complex, with intricate issues and complicated histories. The ideal client for my virtual private practice is someone who is willing to open up and take the time to explain what makes them “tick”, someone who is ready to take a journey of self-discovery and is interested in finding tangible skills to help them with a variety of needs. Change will not happen in one session, but it can start its course…

It's getting more and more difficult to resist your compulsions. You're getting upset with yourself for not having enough "willpower." You're having frightening thoughts about yourself and others. Thoughts that scare you or contradict your values and who you are as a person. You experience self-hate every time you give into a compulsion. You're exhausted by your own mental and/or physical compulsions. You struggle to trust yourself and often experience shame surrounding your thoughts. You keep it all to yourself because you fear that others will judge you or betray you. Simultaneously, you need emotional support more than ever.

I am a NY and NJ based LMSW with Avena Psychological Services. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Youth and Community Studies, Social Services from The University of Texas at Austin and my Master’s degree in Advance Clinical Practice from Columbia University. My experience as a therapist has primarily been with individuals, couples, and polycules for a diverse range of issues, including but not restricted to gender, sex, and sexuality with specific expertise regarding working with LGBTQ+ folx, trauma, and sex/kink/BDSM. My previous work at Gender & Sexuality Therapy Center helped water and blossom my competency in working

As humans, our greatest strength is our ability to form connections with others. As a therapist, I aim to create authentic relationships with my clients in an open, trustworthy environment. Through trauma-informed practice, I work with my clients to foster fulfilling connections and secure attachments in their personal lives.

Now accepting new Clients! There is no perfect being, relationship or parent. Once we get rid of damaging expectations in which we impose on ourselves or that have been imposed on us by others we began to understand who we are. Building or rebuilding a relationship with yourself enables you the ability to experience more meaningful romantic, familial and peer relationships. You are not expected to be perfect, you are expected to show up! Let’s work to get you to a place where you are mentally and physically motivated to be present in your presence.

My first priority is to listen deeply to my clients and become attuned to your unique story and your unique system. I consider myself a non-traditional, creative therapist and I center my craft around Internal Family Systems and embodiment. My goal is to guide you through understanding the dynamics that are holding you back or causing suffering, and empower you to get closer to the truest expression of yourself. I will meet you where you are, with deep compassion, to help you heal and grow. Please take a moment to review my website for a fuller understanding of how I work and if we might be a good fit.

My goal is to help shift mindsets and help navigate the discussion as to why caring for your mental health is just as imperative as your physical health. It can be difficult to begin the journey of therapy, talk about our traumas, and make the connections needed to begin our healing process. As your therapist, I will ensure that a safe, non-judgmental space is created so you can be equipped with the tools to live your most fulfilling life. I strive to help my clients find peace, comfort, and self-love that will guide them through life in a meaningful way.

You are there when everyone needs you but have a hard time asking for or receiving help. You often feel bitter or resentful in close relationships because you have a hard time telling others how you really feel. You are ready to make a change and are looking for someone who sees and understands you. I’m Emily and I’ve been in the mental health field for 8+ years. I have experience working with people from all walks of life to improve their circumstances and live more authentically. I've had my own mental health struggles which helps me better understand and relate to my clients.

Welcome! My name is Beth Friedman, and I am glad you are here. Whether you are starting therapy for the first time or looking for a new fit, I would be happy to work with you to get yourself on the path to a fulfilled and happy life. I graduated with a major in Psychology and Psychoanalysis from Tel Aviv University and have a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Yeshiva’s Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. In addition, I completed various pieces of training that taught me how to become a Trauma-informed counselor and work with individuals with a history of trauma, substance use, anxiety, schizophrenia, and mood disorders.

I am NYS Board Qualified Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Family Therapist and NYS Certified Gestalt Psychotherapist specializing in bilingual (Spanish/English) adolescents and their families, couples and individuals suffering from relationship dysfunction, attachment trauma, self dys-regulation, intergenerational issues, mood disorders, trauma related disorders, addiction, personality disorders and problems with acculturation. As a professional I bring perseverance and dedication to my chosen field, as well as a deep regard for personal improvement and the hope that my dedication and sense of justice make even a small but meaningful difference in the lives of the families I treat. .

Individual and Couple sessions informed by attachment theory, trauma and when needed sex therapy are provided in my Columbus Circle office. I can help with communication, relationship issues, anxiety, depression and attention issues. I am certified in EMDR and Board Certified in Neurofeedback and trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. EMDR and Neurofeedback are 2 of the key treatment therapies recommended in the book; BODY KEEPS THE SCORE by Bessel van der Kolk, MD. Research demonstrates how the brain and our emotional lives interact and how with assistance we can change our lives.

If you find yourself struggling to navigate life in what feels like a messy, complicated, relentless world, reaching out for help can feel overwhelming. I strive to create a space where you can fully explore and process your thoughts, feelings and experiences, without judgement. I believe that therapy looks different for everyone, and it can even vary session to session. Most importantly, it is a collaborative process that works best when you feel truly seen and heard.

I believe everyone has a story that needs to be shared. Therapy can be a space where we challenge how we relate to our stories as well as the one's we've been told by our families, cultures, and society. Therapy can also be a space where we reckon with the universal systems and histories of oppression that have impacted our stories, our ability to tell them, and how we feel they are received in the world. I provide support to those who are motivated towards greater understandings of their stories in order to heal the connections in their relationships with themselves and others.

Create your own life worth living! Whether you’re an adult seeking to better understand how to get “unstuck” and find fulfillment, a teen struggling with your mood and the stress of school, or a parent looking for help with your child’s emotions and behavior, I am here for you. I find meaning in providing a warm, validating, and gently challenging space to foster your inner growth. I value the importance of a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship that feels safe and non-judgmental.