Women's Issues Therapists in New York, NY

I most frequently work with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression and relationship concerns. Common goals of therapy include boosting self-worth and assertiveness skills; improving communication, connection, & intimacy in relationships; developing strong coping mechanisms for managing worrry, angst, sadness and self-doubt; clarifying and surmounting personal and life goals (i.e., forming meaningful relationships, career acceleration, improved health) and mastering life transitions (i.e., new parenthood, job change, relationship break-up, retirement). Therapy with me is highly engaging and collaborative.

My work is informed by decades of experience in the professional performing arts. Skills honed in the theatre—active listening, trust-building, and authentic communication—are the basis of productive therapeutic relationships and serve my patients well. Relationships are not linear, and neither is couples therapy. The best place to start is in the here and now. Addressing what is happening in the moment leads to greater understanding, empathy, possibility, change, and a healthier future. Your relationship is unique, nuanced, and complicated. My job is to gently untangle the complex web you have woven.

I enjoy engaging individuals and couples seeking a supportive, active, direct, honest collaboration. My goal is to both address uncomfortable, painful conflict or struggles and facilitate more enlivened, loving connections to self and others. Individuals come in confronting challenges in love, work, family, health, school, trauma or loss. In couples therapy, I work with partners young and old, seeking early relationship or premarital counseling or bumping up against difficulty with intimacy and/or sex, parenting partnership, betrayal, infertility, remarriage, step-parenting, money or retirement, and/or on the brink of a break-up.

Welcome to the ADHD Club! You may be reading this because you are trying to find a provider who actually understands the abstract mind of ADHD. Besides the typical symptoms of lack of focus and difficulty sitting still, you may also be experiencing feelings of being too intense around others, brain fog, job hopping, not feeling smart enough or ‘lazy,' procrastinating tasks, and the inner critic that causes shame and guilt. But what if I told you having ADHD is a gift? As an Art Therapist, I have taken multiple trainings on ADHD and Giftedness, specializing in mentoring ADHD adults and family support for children and adolescents.

I believe we are defined by the diversity of our experiences, relationships, and identities. My role as a therapist is to create a safe space without judgment where the diversity of your experiences can be explored with compassion. The work we do together is collaborative and centered on your personal growth, needs, and desires. The goal is to help you explore your past, thoughts, and emotions to understand oneself and live a more full and satisfying life.

Are you ready for change? It takes courage to seek help and commit to making improvements in your life. My therapy style is personalized and solution-oriented. My aim is to help you navigate difficult situations that may be holding you back from experiencing your best self and living a rewarding and fulfilling life. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, or stressful life situations, we will work together to set goals that are realistic and meaningful so you can experience relief and learn to manage symptoms successfully.

I believe the experiences we have in our lives that feel the hardest, can simultaneously promote our greatest life lessons that enable us to grow and make meaningful shifts in how we live our lives. The process of being in therapy is no different. Therapy is a personal experience that often creates discomfort at first, because someone is looking at themselves in a new and different way, yet the effects of greater self-awareness and insight, become far more worthwhile in how one navigates their life.

Nobody has to struggle alone. I believe that much of human suffering is exacerbated by the betrayals and frustrations we have felt in important relationships. As a therapist, I hold a deep conviction in the capacity of relationships to heal old wounds and to restore a sense of trust and integrity in oneself and the world. I approach my work with each patient with humility and respect for their life experiences, and I strive to create a safe space for my patients to explore how they ended up where they are and what keeps them feeling stuck.

I am a clinical psychologist who conducts therapy in both English and in my native Brazilian Portuguese. My approach is insight oriented but I can also use elements of cognitive therapy to help individuals develop practical and life skills. I work collaboratively with my patients whether it's to help them build better relationships, balance work and personal life, or navigate a new life in a different culture.

You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step. Making the decision to talk to someone can be scary and difficult. So here you are taking the first step towards a better you. Life is difficult and it continues to happen whether we want it or not. I’m here to help you make the most of how you want to live your life. We can work together towards the life you want to live. I am here for YOU! Your better mental health is optimal for me. You took the time to seek me out, I will take the time to help you out. Please feel free to email me or book directly with me on My Website!

Depression, anxiety and anger can really impact your overall functioning and quality of life. I believe that people's lives can improve and that change is possible. My strength based approach to treatment will allow you to process, reflect, problem solve and develop coping strategies to promote personal growth. The goal of treatment would be for you improve your relationships with others, cope with life stressors, and manage symptoms more effectively.

If you want to cultivate more freedom in your life, and better understand yourself and your relationships, you've come to the right place. I walk alongside you to explore your inner world. We will discover why you do what you do, and whether you want to keep doing it. Together, we learn how you impact others and yourself. I ask questions that elucidate your deeper motivations. I help you understand what you actually want so that you can get it. If you're ready to go deeper, but you're not sure how to go about it, I can help.

The evidence based practice movement in medicine relies on the latest scientific evidence to inform clinical practice. Therapy should be no different. Here, we will work as a team to understand your goals and figure out how to to attain them using the latest research. And, we will monitor your progress while we do it.

We live in a complex, interconnected world, making it challenging to process our thoughts and experiences, while also prioritizing our own needs and wants. When we seek support from others, it opens up a whole new realm of possibility, as we’re not meant to go it alone. Using a social-justice lens, I aim to provide person-centered, strength-based modalities that foster equilibrium and empowerment. I specialize in providing psychodynamic, CBT, mindfulness, and supportive therapy to folks experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflict, life transitions, work/school pressures, as well as as those living with disabilities.

I work with families, couples, and individuals navigating the intricate realms of anxiety, depression, and relational dynamics. I am trauma-focused and collaborate with clients facing various crises and life transitions. My focus extends to those seeking support in the face of religious and family trauma, with a keen understanding of the unique challenges faced by Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI).

Psychotherapy provides a unique space through which a new relationship with oneself and others can be forged. Change in patterns of feeling and relating can be achieved through a process of exploration of and reflection on one's deeply held beliefs, convictions, and values, and past and present experiences. My approach is collaborative and informed by psychodynamic perspectives. I strive to facilitate meaning, understanding, and empowerment through close attention to the details of one's internal life and external context. Many of the individuals I work with enter psychotherapy to work through depression and anxiety related to struggles with identity, relationships, loss, trauma, and migration.

Do you feel stuck and unsure about how to make certain changes in your life? Maybe you don't even know what changes you want to make, you just feel blah. Whatever it is that you're feeling, I’m in your corner, and I’m here to help you explore it. As a therapist with my master's in social work from NYU, I am dedicated to using evidence-based practices to meet your individual needs. Together, we will explore your personal experiences, family dynamics, environment, and interpersonal relationships to gain a better understanding of your emotions and behavior.

I am a Clinical Social Worker, having worked in the field for over 25 years. I work with women, men and teens surrounding depression, fertility, grief, PTSD, sexual assault, sexual and gender identity. I utilize the interpersonal psychodynamic approach, as well as aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Together we can identify your strengths, weaknesses, struggles and successes and help you to reach each of your life goals.

Whether you’re looking to tackle unwanted and unhelpful behaviors or striving to work through a traumatic experience - your wellbeing and healing is my number one priority. Clients working with me can expect a compassionate, nonjudgmental and encouraging environment to effectively communicate stressors and dive deeper into the root of emotional patterns. I believe in empowering clients to take ownership of their emotions, to speak about challenging life experiences, and identify healthy coping behaviors to lead a positive life.