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You have found an empathic and supportive therapist. I work with adults and adolescents who have a variety of mental health issues such as: depression, anxiety, and various forms of traumatic issues. I do individual counseling and couple/family counseling. I apply the following clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral techniques, Motivational Interviewing, problem solving and REBT to help clints deal with thier issues. I also work with individuals who have chronic medical issues such as HIV/AIDS, diabetes, and cancer to help them deal effectively and cope with their overwhemeling medical condition(s). I help individuals who are feeling loss and hopeless with life learn how to begin a new journey to a new you.

I am a male psychotherapist with 37 years experience in a diverse practice utilizing conventional counseling, body work, meditation / spiritual direction, trauma work and life coaching. A high percentage of my practice is men; I run groups for high functioning men who are seeking to be more effective in their relationships with their families, women and other men, as well as well as in deepening their connection to their own inner lives. I also have female clients who are working on their relationship to themselves and their partners (male and female). I am trained in Gestalt, body-centered psychotherapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems and men's work, as well as main-stream psychotherapy techniques.

Individual, couples and group sessions available. A wholistic approach to lift shift. Physical activity, breathing and nutrition is considered in the realm of the emotional distress being experienced by the individual. Core Energetics is a body/mind therapy modality developed by John Perriakos M.D. Clients experience a sense of becoming more alive and better integrated into the world and society.This is a somatic approach to psychological healing and will help you presence, empower, find your voice and recognize old coping habits.

Things don't always go the way we think they will. We might lose something, or someone, that means a lot to us. We might find it difficult to understand why we're behaving differently. Or it might be an unfamiliar feeling that we just can't seem to shake off. Sometimes, we need a bit of held to understand what's going on, and that's where MINDWORK comes in. When you visit MINDWORK you and I will spend some time each week increasing your self- awareness and helping you gain more insight into your inner-life. We'll work together so you can get more out of every day and meet any challenge life throws at you.

I maintain a general private practice with a specialty in the treatment of trauma, primarily working virtually (over Zoom) with some in-person availability in my office in Montclair, New Jersey. Whether you have experienced a major traumatic event, suffer from from acute or chronic anxiety and/or depression or whether you are feeling frustrated or stuck in repetitive patterns in your work or personal life, effective psychotherapy can help bring about symptom resolution, personal growth, and positive, lasting change. I am an active participant in each treatment and will work relationally with you to address your concerns. I also specialize in the use of more body-based modalities such as Presence psychotherapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) SE (Somatic Experiencing), IFS (Internal Family Systems), and CT (Coherence Therapy). I have found, and current research is validating, how essential a healthy mind/body connection is to facilitating any real and lasting shifts from historic and habituated patterns to new, more adaptive ones, and I have found these modalities particularly effective in this regard.

NYC AFFIRMATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY LCSW PLLC is a community focused sustainable sliding scale mental health practice in Manhattan providing treatment to individual adults ages 18+. Our mission is simple: provide affirmative psychotherapy in a sustainable way to the community. By affirmative we mean that we do not view individuals from the perspective of being defective or needing to be fixed. We instead recognize the innate strengths that continue to allow people to function while enduring difficult life circumstances. Challenging childhoods and distressing adult experiences, coupled with the toxic impact of systemic oppression, racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism and xenophobia impact our mental health. Our goal is to fill a gap in mental health services provided to those that are historically marginalized and disenfranchised; we are especially committed to serving queer communities of color. We also strive to be culturally aware and trauma-informed. And, most importantly, we’re here to help you feel better and make change. We firmly believe that change is possible and that we as human beings grow in relationships where an empathic and attuned other bears witness to our struggles. You are not alone. Lets take the next step together.

At Areale Counseling & Wellness, we care about your emotional health and wellness. We offer a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals and couples to explore personal issues, recognize problematic patterns, and formulate new options and solutions to improve their mental wellbeing and quality of life. Our professional, compassionate and expertly trained therapists are here to partner with you to achieve your psychotherapeutic, wellness goals along the path towards individuation. We help professionals, couples, artists and graduate students to reach their potential and create a life filled with self-acceptance, self-worth and happiness. Depending on your individual needs, learning style and goals, we may use culturally appropriate, evidence-based modalities, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, LGBTQI affirmative therapy and depth psychology.

I am an empathic human being and a highly trained Certified Psychoanalyst, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Credentialed Alcoholism Counselor. I help others manage and resolve difficulties of the heart -- love, loss and work during significant life changes; for example, career change, death/illness in family, divorce, relapse with addiction(s), criminal arrests, loss of work, etc. I am committed to providing high-quality professional assessment and counseling/psychotherapy to people who have not accessed or have had prior unsatisfactory experiences with psychotherapy. I am also committed to travel the lengthy road of psychoanalysis with people who want to take this voyage. A second arm of my private practice is "Second Opinions": Some consumers are in a "stalemate" in their present "therapy"-- where there is a serious impasse and "work" is forfeited. I consult with individuals who can no longer productively work in their current therapy, oftentimes beginning to resolve major impasses. On occasion, the individual's therapist volunteers to be part of this process. In some cases, fruitful work is resumed. In other instances, a decision to leave the current therapy ensues. My interest in psychotherapy is borne by helping clients learn about themselves in seeing things differently—not changing their world, but having new eyes. By engaging in this process one finds obstacles in the past that impinge in reaching one’s full potential in the present. Psychotherapy is helpful in working through such issues by addressing the underlying emotions and bringing them into awareness. One may achieve a sense of inner peace and emotional freedom, making possible more fulfilling relationships with oneself and others. A third arm of my private practice is assistance to criminal defense attorneys specializing in high-profile white collar crime and DWI/DUIs. I have navigated the field of expert witness and prepared confidential psychiatric reports as well as prepleading memoranda to help individuals and their counsel have a win-win situation.

Practicing individual, marital and family therapy for almost 20 years. Educated and trained in California, interned, licensed, and practiced in Boston, Massachusetts. Dual licensure in Mass. as MFT and MHC. Currently practicing in the Upper West Side of Manhattan with focus on couples/marital counseling. Modalities used are primarily CBT and insight-oriented psychotherapy with a directive approach and engagement in process centered on client needs and goals.

JOHN D. RIVERA, LCSW As a therapist and person of diversity I cannot claim to share everyones unique experiences. What I offer is a therapist who can apply the years of education, skills, and clinical experience with openness, compassion and respect for your uniqueness. Our therapy together holds an opportunity to connect through our shared experience of diversity now matter how different. Often my patients share accounts of finding and working with therapist who truly understand them. In their stories I hear the frustration and disappointment around stereotyping, misgendering, and blindness to the individuals cultural identity. Much of my work has focused on the experiences of first or second generation immigrants in the United States. On the positive side my work with these patients has provided an opportunity for the patient and myself to look at the components of their unique identities, thought patterns, influences, and diversity to explore how these factors impact their experience of the here and now.

I honor each individual's unique characteristics and strengths. In that spirit, I tailor my methods to the unique needs of the client - utilizing cognitive behavior therapy, psychodynamic, and humanistic modes. I am warm, encouraging and a strong motivator. My extensive background as a psychiatric social worker helps me to advocate for my clients and has provided me with special skills and life experiences that I bring to my psychotherapy practice. My practice includes individuals and families dealing with a large spectrum of emotional issues - and ranging in age from 5 to 97. I have special interests in bereavement therapy, trauma, life transitions, working with the elderly, and adoption/infertility counseling. I offer evening, daytime and Sunday hours. When possible, I make house calls to elderly or infirm clients in my local area. Organizational memberships include: Give an Hour, a network of therapists providing free counseling services to returning troops and their families; American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress. Affiliate of St. Vincent's EAP Provider Network. I am conversant in both Hebrew and Yiddish as supplementary languages.

“Talk therapy can help you become your true self. I have worked extensively with adults and have a good understanding of childhood issues.I work with individuals and families from an interpersonal approach with a focus on emotions.I believe that all people have resources to solve problems.I am easy to talk to and I have great listening skills. I have worked many years with adolescents in public education. I have had great success with them because I understand what it is like being an adolescent today. I also have an extensive background in substance abuse. I am a licensed professional counselor offering individualized services including consultation, skill development, problem solving, and individual therapy. I do substance abuse evaluations with recommendations if requested.I have 20 years working with adolescents and adults. I have expertise in substance abuse, grief issues, and gender identity. I also work well with adult men as they tend to be resistant to getting help and as a male therapist I understand their needs.I also have experience with couples and clients who are waiting for organ donation.I can accept insurances as full payment if needed and possible.”

As a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, & SLP working with children, adolescents, adults, families, & business cohorts, I bring to you and your relationships 25 plus years of experience and broad specialty training in COUPLES THERAPY, MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPY, CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, IMAGO, HYPNOTHERAPY, GESTALT, BIOFEEDBACK, EFT, ART THERAPY, MUSIC THERAPY, PSYCHODRAMA, DREAM WORK, REIKI, Life/Business COACHING, COMMUNICATION DISORDERS… AND MORE! Learn how we help MEND COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIP BREAKDOWNS. I treat with sensitivity INTERPERSONAL ISSUES and your PERSONAL PROBLEMS. Find relief from personal, SOCIAL AND WORK ANXIETIES, PHOBIAS, LONELINESS, ANGER, ABUSE, PTSD, EATING DISORDERS, DEPRESSION, OCD, ADDICTIONS, BAD HABITS, PAIN, WEIGHT MANAGEMENT, SLEEP DISORDERS, GRIEF, PANIC ATTACKS…and more. In addition to my SPECIAL AREAS OF EXPERTISE listed above, I also have advanced training in Guided Imagery, Meditation, Separation & Divorce Mediation, Academic Difficulties, & Learning Problems. Although we are out-of-network INSURANCE providers, many clients receive PPO, union, or company reimbursement. Because we are trained in BRIEF THERAPY--which requires many fewer sessions--a number of our patients elect to pay out of pocket if their plans do not allow them to go out of network. Come for a FREE CONSULTATION!

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and National Board Certified TeleMental Health provider (BC-TMH). I possess extensive experience working in the field of mental health care with adolescents, adults, and families over the last 10 years. I received my Masters degree from Monmouth University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and am currently working toward obtaining my Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision with a specialization in Leadership Studies. I am also the owner of Supportive Space Counseling Center, LLC., New Jersey's first entirely online outpatient counseling agency founded in 2019. I believe that psychotherapy is a unique experience. It can bring insight, relief and empowerment. We all have the intelligence and strength to work through difficult issues, but sometimes we need a little help. If you are feeling anxious, depressed, lost or alone, therapy can help you move forward. As we work together to develop a deeper understanding of your thoughts and feelings, you will be more equipped to resolve the inner turmoil and confusion which at times affects us all. Self-discovery and gaining a deeper understanding of oneself is not always easy but it can be the greatest gift you could ever give to yourself and the ones you love. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is fulfilling and meaningful. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals!

I am a New York State licensed psychotherapist with postgraduate clinical training in psychoanalysis. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families at my office in Garden City, NY. My style is informal and supportive, and I use an interpersonal, "here and now" based approach to help patients overcome difficulties and generate creative, more flexible ways of relating and living. Our work together will be aimed at decreasing anxiety, improving mood, and expanding the range of your feelings, thoughts and experiences so that you are able to enjoy a fuller and richer life.

Cognitive-Behavioral Psychology Services of Long Island (CBPSLI) provides state of the art cognitive-behavioral therapy to it’s patients. CBPSLI is committed to providing the latest scientifically supported, evidence based treatments for all adjustment and mental health problems by keeping current on relevant research and maintaining strong connections to local universities and faculty. The therapists at CBPSLI have extensive experience diagnosing and treating a wide variety of psychological, behavioral, adjustment, relationship, and emotional problems. The center provides customized, individualized cognitive-behavioral treatment plans for adults, children and adolescents, couples, and families. Individualized treatment plans are based on accurate diagnostic assessments and functional analyses that are performed initially and intermittently throughout treatment.

As an art therapist, I am trained in verbal and nonverbal communication. I work with adults, adolescents and school age children. I have an eclectic approach designed to meet your individual needs, issues and challenges. My studio/office space is inviting, comfortable and conducive to the creative process of therapy. Art therapy is useful for exploring emotional issues as well as other goals and relationship challenges. The creative process opens a safe space for exploration and focusing on specific goals in therapy. In addition, I am currently starting an art therapy group for people who struggle with eating disorders and body image issues. I like to work with culturally, ethnically diverse clientele including LGBTQ population. I also am experienced in working with women specifically regarding depression and anxiety during pregnancy and post-partem. Insurance: I am an in network provider with Cigna and out of network with Aetna and others. Please contact me directly for more info about insurance coverage and sliding scale fee.

I provide psychotherapy to individuals using a bi-cultural, person-centered, social-justice framework. I use an eclectic and integrative approach incorporating Mindfulness-Based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Strength-Based techniques. My goal is to offer a non-judgmental, compassionate, encouraging environment to assist you through whatever challenges you may be confronting. Together we will collaboratively explore tools and strategies that will help you feel better about yourself, have better relationships, and experience more joy.

I am a licensed psychotherapist working with adults, adolescents, and children facing challenges with everyday life. I focus on addressing internalizing symptoms (anxiety, depression) and externalizing symptoms (substance abuse, acting out/behavior problems) surrounding relationship issues, work/academic performance, divorce/separation, family conflicts, trauma, self-esteem issues, social skill deficits, and stress. For parents: My approach is to understand the world as the child understands it and to separate the child from the problem. Whether your child needs help navigating normal developmental challenges or is dealing with something more serious, therapy can help. Please reach out to me for a free consultation.

Anne Cutler works with individuals and couples. She also runs an experiential dream interpretation group. She has been in private practice in New York City for 17 years and has worked with adults and adolescents. She has worked to help patients overcome depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.

Do you have trouble asserting your own wishes and needs? Do you tend to not give them priority? I help people feel more comfortable with their own agenda, deal with difficult individuals and change entrenched roles in relationships. I also help people cope with difficult life transitions such as coming out or transitioning. I have worked with transgendered individuals for several years, helping them to transition to the desired level of their chosen gender.

Ms. Hayden has been interviewed on HBO, CNN (Anderson Cooper/360) and ABC’s “20/20”. She holds an M.S.W. from New York University and an M.B.A. from Baruch College. She took six years of advanced clinical training from the Post Graduate Center for Mental Health, the Object Relations Institute and The Training Institute for Mental Health where she studied Couples Counseling. Ms. Hayden is currently a student at The Imago Relationship Therapy Institute after which she will be a Certified Relationship Therapist. A specialist in treating sex addicts and their partners, she has authored 40 articles and one e-book about the subject. She is the author of “Help for the Partners of Sex Addicts” (online). Prior to going into private practice in 1995, Ms. Hayden held jobs for 10 years at various alcohol and drug rehabilitation facilities in New York City. In 1994, she was awarded a CAC (Credentialed Alcoholism Counselor). Dorothy is a popular presenter in New York on such topics as couple relationships, sex addiction, ADD and achieving sexual potential. She is affiliated with The New York State Society of Clinical Social Workers and The Post Graduate Society. Ms. Hayden lives in Manhattan with her husband and “Molly”, her apricot toy poodle.

You are struggling with the relationships in your life. Perhaps your primary relationship leaves you unfulfilled, disappointed or you find it is full of conflict. Maybe the same feelings of hurt and sadness keep surfacing, arguments are repetitive or you look across the table and wonder why you are together at all. Or, you are out there looking for the right person to share your life with, yet find yourself attracting the wrong people again and again. Worse, you avoid the dating scene altogether, giving up. Maybe you recently suffered a breakup, divorce. These same feelings and conflicts follow you into the workplace, as you miss that promotion or the best projects go to your colleagues. You're business isn't growing the way you expected. Your difficulty connecting is making it harder to network, you're not feeling secure in your environment. You are tired of these issues resurfacing and you are ready to take action. You are looking for someone who will help you untangle the knots, identify the patterns and change the behavior. Contact me with questions or schedule a free 30-minute consultation. Credit cards accepted for full fee.

Psychotherapist, Spiritual Counselor, Associate Director One Spirit Learning Alliance, One Spirit Interfaith Seminary in NYC, and recipient of the Huston Smith Lifetime Achievement Award for Interfaith Educator, 2013, have many years experience dealing with the challenges that come to all of us: depression, anxiety, identity concerns, with successful outcomes. All orientations, religions, cultures.

House Call Psychiatrists are a team of board certified and licensed psychiatrists in Manhattan with extensive experience making psychiatric home visits. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for convenient and private house calls within Manhattan. Our psychiatrists have been making house calls for many years on Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) teams which are home-based psychiatric outreach programs. They are also psychiatric emergency room physicians with admitting privileges to Roosevelt Hospital and St. Luke's Hospital, members of the Mount Sinai Health System. House Call Psychiatrists offer a unique and high level service in the convenience of your home, office or hotel room. They are able to address most psychiatric issues in a timely and private manner avoiding other urgent care centers and hospital emergency rooms.

KETAMIND is New York City's premier psychiatric ketamine clinic. KETAMIND offers an innovative and simple non-invasive ketamine nasal spray. Ketamine is one of the most recent and promising options for the treatment of depression, OCD and PTSD. This anesthetic agent, in use for decades, has demonstrated to be effective in rapidly alleviating depressive symptoms at a sub-anesthetic dose with minimal side effects. Unlike the weeks or months for a response using conventional antidepressants, ketamine may provide results quickly, often within hours.

Located in West Chelsea of Manhattan, London Terrace Psychiatry is New York City's premier group private practice. We treat adults and older adolescents with all psychiatric issues ranging from depression, mood disturbances, anxiety, low self-esteem, attention problems, feelings of inadequacy, substance abuse, sleeping difficulties, relationship issues and work stress. Treatment includes a thorough psychiatric evaluation and ongoing comprehensive treatment which may include psychotherapy, cognitive and behavioral therapy, and when necessary medications. We try to use medications sparingly and stop or reduce them when appropriate. London Terrace Psychiatry is a tech-enabled practice offering a premium service including: Convenient online scheduling with ZocDoc Easy rescheduling and appointment notifications with Sunrise calendar and their Meet feature Simple payment with Square E-prescribing with iPrescribe Genetic testing with Genomind Simple, electronic superbills for insurance reimbursement Flexible hours with early morning, late night and weekend appointments Discreet house calls, when necessary, with our partner, House Call Psychiatrists Ketamine nasal spray with KETAMIND

MyTherapist New York is supervised by board certified clinical sexologist and certified sex therapist, Dr. Michael DeMarco and offers modern effective counseling for individuals and relationships in New York. We are staffed by licensed psychotherapists as well as provisionally licensed therapists to offer a flexible range in therapy fees. Book now at https://www.mytherapist.info

I am a New York State licensed marriage and family therapist who works with individuals, couples and groups. I emphasize collaboration and my goal is to support you on your path towards self empowerment, understanding and connection. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we can unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I have had a long history of self exploration and the tools I offer are ones I have used and found to be effective in my own life; tools which you can learn to resolve your own issues. If you are an individual wanting support around a particular issue or just have a desire to be heard and understood; if you are a couple who needs support in resolving conflict or learning more effective communication skills, consider contacting me. Please call or email me for an individual, couples or family therapy session today.

myTherapyNYC is a mental health group practice that offers counseling and wellness services to individuals and couples in Chelsea & Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Our mission is to empower the individual by guiding them along the journey of personal growth and change. Our therapists take a personalized and holistic approach to therapy by focusing on all aspects of YOU. While our primary service is mental health counseling, we also provide wellness services through a network of affiliated providers. We believe wellness services can enhance your work in therapy. Our focus is YOUR well being and we are here to provide a supportive environment to help you come closer to achieving a more fulfilled life. We aim to help you find a therapist that is right for you. Our practice specializes with issues related to: - Depression & Anxiety - Relationships & Intimacy - LGBTQ - Trauma & Loss - Alcohol & Drug Concerns - Self Esteem & Body Image Issues

My specialties include: * Living with physical illness * Counseling the loved ones of people with illness * Couples/relationship therapy * Parenting issues As a therapist, my priority is to customize treatments for the individual and not force clients to conform to predetermined methods. I provide individual, couples, and group therapy, and if appropriate, can offer a combination of these modalities. Above all, I value the creativity and growth potential of every human being. I believe that change is possible no matter how entrenched one may be in a given situation. I accept Aetna and Medicare. I provide invoices to submit for out-of-network benefits with other insurance companies. As I am aware of the prohibitive costs related to health care, I offer a sliding fee scale for those who cannot afford to pay in full. My office is located in midtown Manhattan.

Core Energetics is holistic in its approach and seeks to integrate all levels of the human being: body, mind, emotion, will and spirit. By freeing the core, our inner most being, vital energy is released and available to restore health and wellbeing. Core Energetics comes from the premise that all healing lies within the body and that all of existence forms a unity and moves towards wholeness.

Are you experiencing: Excessive worry or panic attacks Work, school, or family stress Low self esteem and depression Shyness and social anxiety Obsessions and compulsions Relationship problems If so, then you have come to the right place. You are not alone and we are available to help you feel better through specialized counseling and cognitive behavioral therapy. We have the necessary expertise to help you improve your mood, overcome problems, and achieve goals. We are licensed psychotherapists with post-graduate training and certification in cognitive therapy. At NYC Cognitive Therapy, your therapist will provide guidance, suggestions, and additional resources, including recommended activities between sessions.

You are taking the first step in a promising journey of self discovery and transformation. Allow me to support you as you find new ways of living life and relating to others. Let me help you untangle the knots that keep you from verbalizing your needs and feelings. If you cannot put into words what you feel, your hopes and what you dread, you may act in ways you don't understand or experience anxiety, anger and relational issues, among other afflictions. Ancient wisdom tells us that "every difficulty in life presents us with an opportunity to turn inward and to invoke our own inner resources." (Epictetus). As a psychotherapist, I will help you tap into the wealth of your inner strength so that you can live life to its fullest.

Jennifer Mounty is a caring, honest, empathetic therapist who is serious, but still has a sense of humor. She provides a safe, nonjudgmental and nurturing environment. Her areas of expertise include working with PTSD/Trauma, Depression, LGBTQ, Anxiety, HIV/AIDS, Relationships, Poor Self Image/Insecurity, Crisis, Guilt, Stress, Anger and Bereavement. Feeling able to connect and communicate is the foundation of any relationship. The need to feel heard and understood is universal to all people. The relationship between the client and the therapist is a very unique one. She believes that the therapeutic process is a collaborative one in which the client and the therapist both take active roles. Jennifer provides clients with a safe, nonjudgemental and nurturing environment in which the client is able to better understand who they are, what has brought them to this point in their life and where they would like to see themselves in the future. She is a graduate of New York University school of social work. Her experience as a therapist spans more than 20 years. Over the years she has worked with individuals from many cultural backgrounds and belief systems, and have addressed a wide variety of issues with her clients. Every person is an individual with different life experiences, values, thoughts, and feelings. With that said, her approach is Insight oriented psychodynamic psychotherapy based on the need of the particular person she is working with at the time and not on a specific theory or diagnosis.

NYC AFFIRMATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY LCSW PLLC is a community focused sliding scale mental health practice in Manhattan. Our mission is simple: provide affirmative psychotherapy in a sustainable way to the community. By affirmative we mean that we do not view individuals from the perspective of being defective or needing to be fixed. We instead recognize the innate strengths that continue to allow people to function while enduring difficult life circumstances. Challenging childhoods and distressing adult experiences, coupled with the toxic impact of systemic oppression, racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism and xenophobia impact our mental health. Our goal is to fill a gap in mental health services provided to those that are historically marginalized and disenfranchised. We strive to be culturally aware and trauma-informed. Most importantly, we’re here to help you feel better and make change. We firmly believe that change is possible. Contact us today to get started.

When was the last time you tried something new for the first time? My name is Michael Santillan and I want to be the first to let you know, that change is a terrifying thing. However, with change come new experiences. These experiences will help bring out a side of you that you’ve never known. I’m here to help you live your best life by asking you to try something new… for the first time. As a Latin American male born and raised in Hudson County, NJ from a family of immigrants, I can understand the obstacles many people face every day. I try to create an empathetic, open-minded, and nonjudgmental approach to help clients explore issues that they face on a daily basis. My formal training includes a Masters in Clinical Social Work from Rutgers State University with a specialization in Substance Abuse Counseling. Furthermore, I have been working at Jersey City Medical Center as the medical social worker for 2 years. My area of expertise includes: HIV/AIDS, Addiction, Children and Family, LGBTQ, Latino culture, and crisis intervention. In working with client’s I like to use Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Dialectal Behavioral Therapy. By working together, we will create a safe environment for positive changes.

I am a NYS Licensed Master Social Worker working under the supervision of Aaron Skinner-Spain at NYC Affirmative Psychotherapy . As a Queer Woman of Color my goal is to assist in the creation of a world where LGBTQIA persons are affirmed and nurtured in in all aspects of their life. As I'm sure you've witnessed, our LGBTQIA populations as well as our People of Color are still vulnerable in the current socio-political climate, and so I focus my efforts on these two groups. With that said, I have experience in various other high need areas, i.e. Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, Sexual Trauma, Undoing Institutional Racism, Latinos in the Race Conversation, and Immigration/Unaccompanied Children. I work with individuals who want to empower themselves in their daily lives to live authentically who they are, while creating an affirming and nurturing environment for themselves and others through understanding, acceptance, practice, and transformation. I work with individuals and groups dealing with LGBTQIA issues to gain Understanding and Acceptance to move forward and transform their lives in a healthy and nurturing way. I work with adolescent, young adults, adults and parents to help them overcome life's obstacles faced by people within the LGBTQIA spectrum, in individual and group settings. "Its is not our differences that divide us.It is inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences" ~ Audre Lorde

“Life is an ever-flowing process and somewhere on that path, some unpleasant things will pop up.” The key to managing through those tough moments is balance, which can be effectively achieved through the practices of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. DBT’s main goal is to create a life worth living. DBT therapists and their clients work in tandem to harness the power of behavioral change to move you closer to your goals, whatever they may be. DBT is ideal for anyone who struggles with substance abuse, eating disorders, self-harm, and impulsivity such as risky sexual behavior, shoplifting, and aggression. Through individual weekly therapy, Lexi specializes in helping her clients to develop a personalized and attainable treatment plan to ensure the efficacy of the process. Lexi helps individuals to incorporate mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotional regulation to improve their quality of life. Through the use of genuine support and sincere validation, Lexi works closely with each client to ensure their personalized goals are being met. It is the DBT belief, and Lexi’s personal style, to view the relationship between client and clinician as equal partners in your journey. As if both are in a row boat, rowing in sync towards your goals!

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 yourself and live a more full and satisfying life. My approach is relational psychotherapy with training in CBT, DBT and motivational interviewing. Majority of my experience comes from working with minority communities such as LGBTQ, immigrant and migrant communities, and refugees. I have worked in traditional settings and refugee camps with youth, women, and families. Any issue you are going through does not have to be done alone. Reach out and we can start the next step of your experience together.

I see therapy as a process for CHANGE rather than merely an exercise in insight. Effective psychotherapy doesn't just aim to remove symptoms, but addresses the individual as a complete person, whose challenges offer opportunity for greater self-awareness and growth as well as empowerment long after the therapy is over. My passion is helping you become your ideal self and move toward the life you want, while being and accepting where you are. The best part of my job is being a witness when you progress and meet your goals! I would like the opportunity to support you in overcoming your challenges, reach your dreams and help you move from where you are to where you want to be. Call me for a FREE CONSULTATION.. MORE ABOUT SPIRAL2GROW My practice, spiral2grow, strives to assist clients find their inner savage, achieve their goals and live their dreams while liberating them from their internal and external constraints. My purpose is to create sustained change in my clients’ mental and cognitive state as well as skills, behavior and performance to get the ultimate benefit. I operate from the belief that people have the ability to change. They can reach their potential given the right conditions and can create the right conditions for themselves. My practice includes Individual, Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling and Family Therapy as well as Life Coaching, Career Coaching and 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. With advanced education in business, psychology, coaching and philosophy, my work is RESULTS oriented. I utilize a pragmatic, integrative approach, which is rooted in my many years of experience as a high level business executive in a Fortune 500 Company. SPECIALTY RELATIONSHIP ENHANCEMENT and INFIDELITY is my area of special expertise, while special intervention is designed particularly for INTERRACIAL & MULTI-CULTURAL RELATIONSHIPS. Other issues I work with include anger management, self esteem, anxiety, marital issues, career and life transitions as well as all types of relationship problems. I also provide LIFE and EXECUTIVE COACHING for people who are READY TO RE-DESIGN their lives. I coach people through PROFESSIONAL and PERSONAL TRANSITIONS such as career change, moving to the next level in their careers, building a business, rebuilding lives or moving into a new stage of personal growth.

For 18 years I have provided a non-judgemental and supportive therapy for individuals and families experiencing loss, trauma, relationship conflicts, and major life changes. Through an integrative approach of cognitive behavioral therapy, structural family therapy, and person centered therapy, you can feel happier and regain control of your life. Do you feel easily frustrated, overly emotional about little things, dissatisfied with your life, insecure and uncomfortable at work or school? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, it might be time for psychotherapy. With supportive therapy, it is within your power to feel better. One on one or family therapy can provide you the outlet to express yourself and communicate your concerns. Having a place to talk about what burdens you can help you get the perspective needed to start afresh and take steps toward feeling happier. Located in New York Magazine's Best Day Spa, Oasis Day Spa at One Park Avenue. Come relax with spa services and amenities while you work on YOU from the inside out. Are you easily upset or annoyed? Are you having difficulty adapting to unwanted changes? Do you have a dream for your ideal future but are uncertain of how to make it happen? I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Board Certified Coach, National Certified Counselor, and Psychology Today contributor with over 20 years experience improving lives. I specialize in anxiety, depression, life transition, and relationships. Learn coping skills for navigating NYC life with grace. Asses your personality strengths with the MBTI. Start feeling happier and living fully with authenticity in your relationships and career. Be your best self! My approach is custom tailored to suit your needs, strengths, and vision. Heal the past, embrace the future, and create the life you want! Empower YOU. Actualize YOUR dreams. LIVE passionately. Together we will identify what you want to change and take steps toward reaching those goals. This is your life and your therapy. You define your future and your happiness in life. I'll help you get there.

Since 1995, I have been privileged to assist individuals, couples and families to confront their challenges, limitations and entanglements in order to find greater health, joy and fulfillment. I know that you already have all that is needed for your own healing and manifestation and it is my goal to gently and respectfully facilitate the connection to and integration of your innate gifts. The clients drawn to Integrative Therapy are in various stages of transformation and are seeking additional tools to support their process. Many clients are experiencing a spiritual crisis and have lost touch with and faith in their higher guidance. Others may be “stuck” in old patterns that no longer serve them. Our work together provides a safe space to explore and release entanglements, limitations and blockages in order to experience their inner truth. Some clients may be physically, mentally and/or emotionally challenged by illness or injury. In our work we decode the messages inherent in their symptomology to broaden the scope of their healthcare choices. Our work together will be of limited duration because you will gain the necessary tools to release your blockages, balance and integrate your energies and tap into your soul’s guidance.

At the New Behavior Institute, I understand that breaking bad habits and beginning a healthier lifestyle and new behaviors is difficult without the aid and encouragement of someone who cares. I use safe, effective cognitive behavioral counseling and hypnosis techniques which focus on solutions to help you change behaviors, improve, stop smoking, lose weight, take control over your drinking, reduce stress and develop new behaviors, whether you prefer private, group or phone sessions. Caring, Intuitive Hypnosis Care Your health is my priority at New Behavior Institute, so count on the personal care you need to improve yourself. You'll be glad to know that I, your counselor/hypnotist has more than13 years of experience, has an MS in Mental Health Counseling and is certified by two national and two international organizations. I'm available for private sessions, and lectures & seminars, groups, presentations and phone sessions for out-of-towners. Through Susan Gayle's New Behavior Institute's expert care and guidance, you'll embark on a new, uplifting life path that's headed in the direction you want to go. You deserve all the happiness and self-assurance you desire and to feel proud of yourself, so contact me today to begin your new tomorrow.

Hi, thank you for checking out my profile and services. This is the ONLY LIFE we have...many of us are just in survival mode, often struggling to get through our day. I help people not only understand ways they can survive this crazy life but to thrive. Over the last 20 years we have learned more about our brains and how our brain and body function to stabilize not only our physical health but our mental health. Armed with this knowledge, I work to help my clients understand how their individual history integrates with their current environment AND teach them how to make sustainable life changes...making the most of this ONE LIFE we have!

Healing from the wreckage of child abuse, psychological abuse and addictive disorders is an all encompassing process. I am deeply committed to working with addicts and survivors of complex trauma who are intent on moving beyond survival to a life of fully thriving. An inspired collaboration that sparks curiosity, humor and a powerful creative process of healing and self discovery holds great personal meaning and purpose. If you think outside the box and have the courage to take radical steps towards excavating difficult memories so as to actualize one's true self than I welcome the opportunity to guide you through this process. Drawing from an eclectic traditional and humanistic orientation and holistic and creative resources, we would work together to stabilize addictions, heal core traumatic wounds, dismantle and correct dysfunctional relational patterns, and manifest your unique potentials. Bodywork, psychopharmacology, creative and spiritual exploration may be integrated into the treatment process as warranted. I authored A Clinicians Journey from Complex Trauma to Thriving and co-authored a play performed for at-risk women and girls in the public sector of NYC. My journey of recovery was told through an animated film short by OC87 Recovery Diaries aired on PBS. I am a media resource for HARO & WMC SheSource.

Sessions look different for everyone. I integrate different styles into my practice and use what may work best for you in a given session. My approach is mind-body based, so we don’t just look at your thoughts and feelings, but also look at how your body respond to our mental and emotional states (anger, sadness, anxiety, happiness…etc). A heavy portion of my work is bringing attention to how we relate to and understand our bodies. I also incorporate the creative/expressive arts (drawing, writing, movement) and this is considered another way to get in touch with parts of ourselves that we may not be aware of. Sometimes creative engagement provides an easier or more natural way to access our inner selves than just talking. I practice from a holistic approach that is social justice oriented, trauma informed, and culturally sensitive.

I believe each of us has the ability to change. A therapist in Brooklyn, NY. I assist individuals and couples to better understand themselves and create healthy, successful relationships. I provide couples counseling, marriage counseling, family therapy, and relationship counseling to improve communication and end conflicts. Other areas of focus include: resolving issues of anger and stress and overcoming depression, shyness and anxiety. In addition to assisting people with the problems of self-esteem, aging, and self-assertion, I work with individuals coping with illness, grief and loss. Concentrating on individual, relationship and parenting issues. I support people in exploring emotions and overcoming barriers to communication so positive relationships can result. Each individual has unique qualities and talents. Through therapy, we can free ourselves from what holds us back, keeping us from achieving what we want in life. As a writer, I am especially interested in working with writers and creative artists to develop and free their creativity. In addition to providing therapy, I write articles, train therapists at CHD and have taught at the New School ("Exploring the Mind/Body Connection") and Learning Annex ("Stop Being Nice").

Irina Firstein, LCSW has been in private practice in New York City (NYC) for over 20 years. Having lived most of her personal and professional life in Manhattan, she has a keen understanding of the professional, financial and social challenges of living there. She believes that effective therapy brings about growth and change and it occurs in the atmosphere of safety, trust, connection and collaboration. Client's safety is her first priority, sessions are completely confidential and you will be able to really trust her with your deepest self. Services Include: Marriage Counseling, Couples Counseling, Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, & Individual Counseling.

I am both a psychodynamic and cognitive therapist. If you are willing to put in the work, you will find that I will go to any length to help you heal, deal, and feel better. Dependent upon your needs, we will do CBT and Exposure work, or supportive therapy, dynamic therapy, et al. I hold a Double Masters - one from Columbia/TC in Psychology and Education and one from NYU in Social Work. I am a member of the Stephen Mitchell Center for Relational Studies and the Obsessive Compulsive Foundation.