Danielle LaBarre, LMHC

Robert Brandt, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 20 years of experience providing behavioral health services across outpatient, community mental health, primary care, addiction treatment, residential, and telehealth settings. He earned his MSW from Fordham University and a BFA in Music and Psychology from SUNY Purchase. Licensed in New York, Florida, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, he is trained in CBT, REBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. He has worked with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use concerns, chronic illness, relationship challenges, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and life transitions.

Robert creates a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and understood. He values collaboration and partners with patients to identify meaningful goals and develop an approach tailored to their unique needs. He believes therapy should be practical, individualized, and focused on building skills that support lasting change, balancing empathy with honest feedback when helpful.

Robert begins by gaining a thorough understanding of each patient’s history, strengths, concerns, and goals. Together, they develop a personalized treatment plan aligned with the patient’s values and priorities. Using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and solution-focused interventions, he helps patients build coping skills, strengthen resilience, and overcome barriers to progress while regularly reviewing and adjusting treatment as needs evolve.

Christine Cantilena Barnes, LPC, is a dedicated mental health counselor with two master’s degrees, including a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. She developed extensive crisis and trauma expertise as a mobile trauma therapist serving all four Emory Hospital emergency rooms and completed advanced clinical training across inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings. Christine is certified in EMDR and Trauma-Focused Therapy, with extensive training in DBT and CBT. Her clinical background spans child art therapy, high-conflict couples counseling, and collaborative work within psychiatric settings.

Christine believes that personal values are central to meaningful change and healing. She fosters a therapeutic environment built on honesty, transparency, and open communication, helping patients feel heard, respected, and supported without judgment. She works collaboratively with patients to establish clear, measurable goals and regularly evaluates progress to ensure treatment remains focused, effective, and aligned with each individual’s needs.

Christine begins with a comprehensive assessment of each patient’s history, current circumstances, personal values, spiritual well-being, and primary concerns. Using this foundation, she develops an individualized treatment plan that validates each person’s unique experiences while targeting realistic, achievable goals. Her approach combines evidence-based strategies with thoughtful clinical insight to support meaningful and lasting progress.

Lupe Garcia is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. As owner and Clinical Director of Vital Mind Counseling, LLC, he provides evidence-based treatment and supervision. He has worked in community mental health, juvenile justice, crisis intervention, and outpatient care and is certified in TF-CBT. He treats trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, grief, relationship concerns, and life transitions using CBT, DBT, ERP, EFT, CPT, and trauma-informed care. He is trained with first responders, veterans, and trauma survivors, focused on resilience and lasting change.

Lupe emphasizes a strong therapeutic relationship as the basis for growth. He provides a warm, supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard and respected. He values authenticity and collaboration, meets patients where they are, and tailors treatment to individual goals. He balances compassion with honest feedback and offers practical tools for use between sessions to support lasting change.

Lupe begins by understanding each patient’s history, concerns, strengths, and goals, then collaborates on an individualized treatment plan. He uses evidence-based approaches tailored to symptoms, focusing on insight, coping skills, and underlying contributors to distress. Progress is reviewed regularly and treatment is adjusted as needed. He encourages active participation and supports improved emotional regulation, relationships, and resilience.

Alyson Pond, LCSW, provides outpatient therapy for adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. She has experience supporting military members, veterans, first responders, and individuals in high-stress service-oriented roles. Alyson’s background includes crisis intervention, suicide prevention, outpatient behavioral health, and trauma-informed care. She earned a Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University and a Master of Arts in Military Psychology from Adler University.

Alyson provides a grounded, supportive, and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. She believes therapy should be practical, honest, and tailored to each person’s goals, strengths, and lived experience. Alyson works with clients to process trauma, navigate life transitions, reduce isolation, and build resilience in sustainable and realistic ways.

Alyson begins by learning each client’s history, current concerns, strengths, and goals. She collaborates with clients to create individualized treatment plans aligned with their values and priorities. Using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, Alyson helps clients improve coping skills, strengthen emotional regulation and relationships, and build healthier patterns that support lasting progress.

Takindra Worles, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 10 years of experience providing behavioral health services in outpatient, residential, crisis intervention, integrated care, and telehealth settings. She works with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, and emotional wellness concerns. Takindra provides trauma-informed, person-centered care focused on helping individuals strengthen coping skills, build resilience, and achieve meaningful personal growth.

Takindra creates a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where individuals feel heard and respected. She uses a compassionate, collaborative, and goal-oriented approach tailored to each person’s unique needs and experiences. Takindra values open communication and helps individuals improve emotional regulation, develop practical coping strategies, and navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and self-awareness.

Takindra begins with a comprehensive assessment to better understand each individual’s concerns, strengths, and treatment goals. She collaborates with patients to create personalized treatment plans using evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions. Through ongoing therapy sessions, Takindra focuses on emotional wellness, stress management, resilience, and sustainable coping tools while regularly reviewing progress and adjusting care as needed.

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Joy Mitchell, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with nearly 10 years of experience providing behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She earned a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mercer University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Georgia State University. Joy has worked in outpatient, telehealth, crisis intervention, employee assistance, utilization review, and community mental health settings. She specializes in comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, and other behavioral health concerns.

Joy creates a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe, heard, and respected. She values trust, collaboration, and open communication, working alongside clients to identify meaningful goals and practical strategies for change. Using evidence-based approaches tailored to each individual's needs, Joy encourages active participation in treatment while helping clients build on their strengths, resilience, insight, and coping skills. She is committed to providing culturally responsive care that supports personal growth and emotional well-being.

Joy begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand each client's history, concerns, strengths, and goals. She creates a collaborative space where clients can openly discuss their experiences and priorities. Together, they develop an individualized treatment plan and use evidence-based interventions tailored to the client's needs and progress. Throughout therapy, Joy helps clients build insight, recognize patterns, strengthen coping skills, and regularly reviews goals to ensure treatment remains effective and aligned with their needs.

Kimberley Knox, LPC, is a licensed mental health therapist with experience across outpatient, private practice, community, and college counseling settings. She earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University and received the Hanshew Clinical Excellence Award. Kimberley is trained in DBT, RO-DBT, EMDR, and ADHD treatment, and is passionate about helping clients build emotional resilience, self-awareness, and lasting change through a warm, collaborative, and structured approach.

Kimberley takes a collaborative approach where each client’s goals, experiences, and voice guide treatment. She creates a supportive, judgment-free space while balancing insight with practical skill-building. Kimberley integrates evidence-based therapies including CBT, DBT, RO-DBT, SFBT, MI, and EMDR, tailoring sessions to each client’s unique needs and helping them develop tools that support long-term growth outside of therapy.

Kimberley begins by gaining a thorough understanding of each patient’s history, concerns, strengths, and goals. Together, they identify priorities and create an individualized treatment plan that matches the client’s pace and needs. Throughout therapy, Kimberley regularly evaluates progress and adjusts interventions as needed, using a structured yet flexible approach that emphasizes support, insight, and meaningful change.

LaShay Dupree, LCSW, is a compassionate therapist with more than 20 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s most difficult challenges. She views therapy as both a profession and a calling, with a deep commitment to normalizing mental health care and reducing stigma. LaShay believes in helping clients heal unapologetically by exploring the connections between their experiences, relationships, environment, and overall well-being.

LaShay provides a safe, supportive space where clients can show up exactly as they are. She believes therapy should focus on the whole person, not just symptoms, and works collaboratively to help clients build resilience, confidence, and meaningful change. Known for her steady presence and accessibility, she is committed to being a trusted partner in each client’s healing journey.

LaShay begins by establishing trust and rapport, allowing clients to move at a pace that feels comfortable and respectful of their boundaries. Her approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused interventions. Together, she helps clients understand how thoughts influence emotions and behaviors while identifying practical strategies that support growth, healing, and lasting progress.

Brandi Cihlar is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with more than 18 years of experience in mental health and addiction counseling. She earned her Ph.D. in counseling from George Washington University and has worked with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, addiction, bipolar disorder, PTSD, personality disorders, and relationship challenges.

Brandi believes each person is the expert of their own story and brings strengths that can support healing and growth. She creates a safe, supportive space where patients can openly explore thoughts, emotions, and life challenges. Her approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each patient’s unique goals and needs.

Brandi uses a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches depending on what works best for each individual. She helps patients identify patterns, gain insight, and develop practical strategies to improve well-being while supporting them through life transitions, trauma, addiction, stress, and relationship concerns.

Zainab Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) with nine years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She has provided care in community mental health, crisis response, private practice, and telehealth settings. Zainab earned a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). She utilizes evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-informed care.

Zainab creates a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. She believes therapy should be individualized and collaborative, tailoring treatment to each client's goals, strengths, and cultural background. She supports individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, grief, and life transitions while helping them build coping skills, emotional awareness, and confidence.

Zainab begins by building a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a safe space for open dialogue. Early sessions focus on understanding each client's history, strengths, current concerns, and goals. She develops individualized treatment plans and incorporates evidence-based strategies that evolve with client feedback and progress. Her approach emphasizes practical, sustainable changes that support healthier behaviors, emotional regulation, and overall well-being.

Mary Lane, LCSW, has experience working in private practice, outpatient, and inpatient settings. She earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Iowa and has more than a decade of experience supporting individuals across a variety of care settings, including substance use treatment and school-based services. Her broad clinical background allows her to provide compassionate, informed care tailored to each client's needs.

Mary understands that beginning counseling can feel vulnerable and values creating an environment where clients feel safe, respected, and supported. She is known for her relatable approach and thoughtfully incorporates humor when appropriate to help build a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, understanding, and collaboration.

Mary starts by giving clients space to share their story at a pace that feels comfortable for them. During the initial sessions, she focuses on understanding each client's experiences, interests, and goals. Together, they develop an individualized treatment plan that reflects the client's unique needs and supports meaningful progress.

Banti Zehyoue, LCSW, has experience practicing in outpatient settings—including school-based, hospital, community-based, and crisis response—as well as inpatient environments focused on assessment and triage. Banti earned a Doctorate in International Conflict Management from Kennesaw State University, a Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southern University. Banti is also a certified School Social Worker.

Banti is known for building strong rapport through a flexible, approachable demeanor. Banti values open communication and prioritizes active listening to understand each patient’s needs. With a collaborative mindset, Banti works closely with patients to establish clear, achievable goals, using person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques to support symptom reduction.

Banti begins by reviewing available records to better understand each patient’s history. In initial sessions, Banti assesses strengths, areas of concern, and potential risks while helping patients develop SMART goals. From there, Banti creates individualized treatment plans through a collaborative process that incorporates patient input as a central component of care.

Vivia Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Albany State University and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida. She enjoys helping people achieve their therapy goals using a holistic approach to therapy.

Vivia is an authentic, down-to-earth therapist who is ambitious, passionate, caring, and intentional about her clients’ healing. She strives to create a supportive and collaborative space where clients feel heard and respected.

Vivia uses a holistic approach to support clients in working toward their goals and blossoming into the person they desire to be, tailoring care to each individual’s needs and focusing on intentional healing and growth.

Porschia Fisher, LPC, NCC, MSW, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She specializes in anxiety, depression, life transitions, women’s issues, and relationship challenges. Porschia uses a compassionate, individualized approach to help clients build resilience, discover purpose, and create meaningful change.

Porschia creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented, blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients manage emotions, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and develop practical coping skills tailored to everyday life.

Porschia begins by building rapport and learning about each client’s concerns, emotional experiences, and goals for therapy. She then develops a personalized treatment plan and tracks progress using evidence-based tools such as the PHQ-9, GAD-7, and C-SSRS, while adjusting care to support lasting growth and overall well-being.

Most of my work as a therapist comes out of behavioral medicine, where I've spent a lot of time at the point that physical health and mental health meet. I see adolescents, adults, and older adults, and I'm often working with people managing depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, or relationship difficulties, sometimes all at once. I care about reaching people in underserved communities who haven't always had access to this kind of support.

My approach centers on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. A lot of what we do together is noticing patterns that get in the way, the ones quietly keeping you from better health, and then figuring out whether we can challenge them, reframe them, or replace them with something that actually works for you. I like to get underneath the behavior to the need it's trying to meet, because that's usually where lasting change starts. Sessions with me tend to be practical and collaborative; expect to do some honest looking at what's happening and why, and to leave with a clearer sense of the next step. When medication has a role, it's one part of a fuller plan, never the whole story.

What I'm really after is helping you grow into a version of yourself that feels more like you.

There's no rush to any of this. Reach out when the timing feels right for you, and we'll take it from there.

Most of my work as a therapist is with people moving through some kind of change: someone stepping into recovery from addiction, sitting with grief, sorting out a relationship, or standing at one of those in-between moments in life where the old map no longer fits. I see adolescents, adults, and older adults, and I meet with individuals as well as couples who want to rebuild connection.

My approach is relational and experiential, which is a way of saying I care less about categorizing you and more about understanding your story and what you're actually reaching for. I draw on mindfulness, breathwork, Gestalt and Rogerian therapy, and creative arts, and which of those show up in a given session depends on you. Early on, I'm mostly working to earn your trust and get a clear picture of what matters to you. Sessions tend to be curious rather than clinical; I'll ask questions, we'll slow down and reflect together, and sometimes we'll use a creative technique to reach something words alone can't. I offer gender-affirming, trauma-informed care that honors who you are and makes room for you to express yourself honestly.

I believe connection itself is part of how healing happens, so I stay collaborative and let the pace follow you rather than a formula. If this sounds like the kind of work you've been wanting to do, I'd be happy to talk.

I'm a therapist who focuses on talk therapy for adolescents and adults, and I've spent more than 14 years doing this work across outpatient clinics, schools, and, for the last six-plus years, over telehealth. I earned my Master of Social Work from East Carolina University after my Bachelor of Social Work at Elizabeth City State University, and that range of settings has taught me to work with people at very different points in their lives.

I treat therapy as a partnership built on accountability and steady progress. I tend to think of myself as a guide rather than someone with all the answers, and I lean on evidence-based practices, skill-building, psychoeducation, and practical strategies you can actually use. I'll often send you off with something to work on between sessions, because the growth that lasts usually happens outside the room. You're in the driver's seat here. I ask for open communication and honest feedback, and if something in our approach isn't working, I want to hear it so we can adjust. Expect me to check in on your goals and to ask you to come to our time together with some intention about what you want out of it.

What matters most to me is that the progress we make is meaningful and sustainable, not just a good session that fades by Tuesday. Reach out when you're ready to get to work.

I'm a licensed clinical social worker specializing in depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, and grief, with about 15 years of experience across outpatient and inpatient settings, and in a psychiatric emergency department at one of New York City's top hospitals. That range has taught me a lot about meeting people during the ordinary hard stretches and the acute ones, and about not rushing either.

A lot of the adults I see are moving through a change they didn't necessarily choose, or sitting with a loss that hasn't settled yet. Open communication matters to me, so I'll ask real questions and tell you honestly what I'm noticing. My style tends to be warm and grounding; the point is for you to feel understood and steady while we sort through what's actually going on.

Early on, I spend real time getting to know your history, your concerns, and what you want to be different. From there we set clear, attainable goals together, and I build a plan that follows your priorities rather than a script. Expect practical strategies and steady support, not vague reassurance.

I trained at NYU as an undergraduate and earned my master's at SUNY Albany, and I've spent years supervising other clinicians as well as seeing patients.

If any of this resonates, the first step is simply a conversation, and we'll shape the rest of the work from there together.

I'm a therapist who focuses on talk therapy, with 25 years of experience walking alongside people through the kinds of life challenges that don't fit neatly into a single label. I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating strain in their relationships, tension or conflict at home, the disorientation that comes with grief, or the ordinary hard questions of parenting. Often the people I see aren't looking to be fixed so much as understood, and that distinction matters to me.

My work starts from a simple commitment: to treat everyone I meet with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I don't arrive with a script. Early on, most of our time goes toward getting the shape of what you're actually dealing with, and I'll ask questions and listen closely before we settle on any direction. From there, I build a plan around your specific circumstances rather than a generic template, and I check in with you about what feels useful and what doesn't. I'd rather adjust as we go than push an approach that isn't fitting your life.

I trained at Howard University School of Social Work and did my clinical internship at St. Elizabeth's Hospital and the DC Rape Crisis Center, and that grounding in listening to hard stories has stayed with me throughout my career.

If that sounds like the kind of support you've been considering, I'd be happy to talk.

I'm a therapist who has spent years treating adults navigating anxiety, depression, phobias, communication struggles, and the kind of relationship concerns that wear on you over time. Alongside my counseling license, I hold certifications in clinical anxiety treatment and anger management, and much of that focus grew out of early work facilitating a Women's Recovery Group during my internship at a substance recovery facility.

My style is warm, direct, and down-to-earth, and I'm not afraid to use a little humor to take the edge off a hard conversation. I want to understand the whole person sitting across from me, not just a set of symptoms, so early sessions are about gathering your background, talking through what's actually bothering you, and setting goals that mean something to you. I'll use clear assessments to track where we are and where we're headed, and I balance genuine support with gentle challenge when it's useful. From there we build a flexible plan that can shift as you do, sometimes with small between-session activities if you want to keep building skills on your own time.

What I care about most is that you can be yourself with me, without editing or performing. Change tends to stick when it happens at a comfortable pace rather than a forced one.

There's no timeline you have to meet here. When you feel ready to start, reach out and we'll take it from there.

I've spent years as a therapist treating adults through the kind of stress, health concerns, trauma, and life transitions that quietly reshape how a person gets through an ordinary day. Before I moved into therapy in 2016, I worked in case management and medical social work, sitting with individuals and families as they navigated complicated life and health challenges. That background still shapes how I listen: I pay attention to real life, not just a diagnosis on a chart. I see many adults, including older adults, who are managing more than one thing at once and want practical support rather than abstractions.

I start by learning your story, your strengths, and what you're actually hoping to change. Early on, my focus is helping you feel grounded and genuinely heard, because not much useful happens before that. From there we build a plan together, drawing on trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. As a certified yoga teacher trained in trauma-informed practice, I keep a mind and body perspective in view, and I check in often to make sure the work still fits your goals. My style is practical, compassionate, and approachable, and I set the pace to match you. I offer sessions in English and Spanish.

Reach out when you're ready to start this work together.

I've spent years as a therapist treating adults and older adults through anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and the life transitions that tend to arrive without warning. Along the way I've worked with veterans, children, and adults across inpatient, outpatient, and nonprofit settings, which taught me that no two people walk in with the same story, and therapy is never one-size-fits-all.

I lean toward client-centered, goal-oriented work. My approach is eclectic and grounded in evidence, drawing on CBT, DBT, ACT, and motivational interviewing depending on what actually fits the person in front of me. Early on, I focus on building rapport in a structured setting where trust has room to grow, and I do a thorough assessment of your history, your needs, and where you'd like to go. From there we shape a treatment plan with clear goals that belong to you, and I stay in your corner with steady support and encouragement as the work unfolds.

I'm also certified in Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention and trained in CAMS, so if you're navigating something that feels dangerous or unbearable, you're not too much for this room.

What I care most about is collaboration. I won't hand you a script; I'll help you find the plan that reflects your life and then walk it with you.

Curious whether this kind of work would suit you? That's exactly what a first conversation is for.

I'm a marriage and family therapist, and most of what I see is people navigating the emotional and relational challenges that come up in their lives, whether they're working through things on their own, as a couple, or as a family. I earned my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliance Graduate School of Counseling in Nyack, New York, and that relational lens shapes how I understand almost everything a person brings to me. Nobody arrives with the exact same story, so I don't treat anyone as though they do.

I care a lot about trust and respect being present from the start, because I don't think real work happens without them. Our first session is mostly about getting a full picture of your background, what's bringing you in, and where you'd like to end up. From there, we build a plan together that actually fits your life rather than a generic version of it. I try to keep things collaborative throughout, checking in as we go and adjusting when something isn't working for you.

What matters to me is that you feel genuinely heard, not processed. I'd rather move at a pace that lets you feel steady than rush toward a milestone that doesn't mean anything to you.

Curious whether the two of us would work well together? That's exactly what a first conversation is for.

I'm a therapist, and most of what I see is people working through anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, addiction, and the strain that shows up in relationships. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults, and I also see couples and families. A lot of my focus lands on women's mental health, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, questions of identity, and recovery, whether that means finding your footing again or figuring out who you are while everyone else has opinions about it.

My approach is culturally responsive and advocacy-minded, and I don't pretend to be a blank wall. I've worked across schools, higher education, private practice, and rehabilitation settings, which taught me that no two people arrive needing the same thing. Early on, expect me to ask questions and actually listen to the answers, then help you get specific about what you want to change. From there we clarify goals and build practical tools together, drawing on cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, trauma-informed, and mindfulness-based approaches, at a pace that feels supportive rather than rushed. I want you to leave feeling heard and respected, not managed.

Reaching out for the first time takes something, and if you've read this far, you've already done part of the hard part. When you're ready to talk, I'll be here to help you take the next step.

I'm a therapist with experience treating anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and the emotional upheaval that comes with big life transitions. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, much of my focus is on helping people who feel stuck in their reactions, worn down by past experiences, or unsure of who they are in the middle of a season of change.

I think healing and growth belong together, so I pay attention to more than symptoms. Identity, purpose, and personal values matter in this work, and for those who want it, faith has a place in our conversations too. I start with a thorough first session to really understand your history, what's weighing on you now, and what you're hoping to move toward. From there, we build a plan that fits your goals, drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, and emotion-focused strategies. I'll also send you off with practical tools to use between our sessions, because a lot of the real work happens in your day-to-day life.

My aim is for you to feel more grounded and more in charge of your own direction, not managed. I value honesty, and I'll be honest with you in return.

If you're tired of carrying old wounds or navigating a change that's left you off balance, let's talk about what steadier ground could look like for you.

I'm a licensed counselor who focuses on helping adolescents and adults work through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and the patterns that come with co-dependency and addictive behaviors. I'm licensed as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and New York, and as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia, so I've had the chance to sit with a wide range of people at very different points in their lives.

What matters most to me is genuineness. I won't pretend to have all the answers or dress things up, and I'd rather be honest with you than tell you what's easy to hear. A lot of the people I see have been carrying something painful for a long time, sometimes the effects of sexual abuse or a loss they've never fully spoken about, and they need to feel understood and respected before any real work can happen. In a session, that usually looks like slowing down, letting you say things at your own pace, and staying open-minded about wherever the conversation goes. From there we work together to make sense of your experiences, build some insight into them, and put practical coping strategies in place.

My hope is that healing, growth, and a little more resilience come out of that process, though I never promise a timeline. If you've been quietly holding onto something and want someone in your corner while you sort through it, reach out and let's talk.

My work as a therapist centers on adults and older adults living with depression, anxiety, and the kind of stress that builds up when life gets heavy. Over more than twenty years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, much of it in medical social work and hospice care, I've sat with people facing serious health concerns, the loss of someone they love, and the quiet exhaustion of caring for a family member who can no longer care for themselves. Those experiences shape how I listen. Grief, illness, and caregiving aren't problems to be fixed; they're circumstances to be understood.

I'd describe my approach as warm and steady, without judgment about whatever you bring in. Early on, I want to understand the full picture: what's troubling you now, your history, the people and supports around you, and what actually matters to you. I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused work, but I adjust to how you think and what you're comfortable with rather than running everyone through the same method. The goals we set are yours, built around your strengths and priorities so the progress we make can hold up over time.

A first visit is mostly about getting to know each other and easing into a rhythm that feels comfortable, so we're not rushing anywhere before you're ready.

Curious whether this feels like the right fit? That's exactly what a first conversation is for.

I'm a therapist who has spent years in outpatient clinics and private practice in Rockland County, working with people across a wide range of ages and concerns, from teenagers to adults. Much of what I see is anxiety, depression, the aftermath of difficult experiences, family strain, low self-esteem, and the ordinary daily stress that quietly wears people down over time.

I tend to be soft-spoken, and I lean into a gentle presence rather than a forceful one. My approach is eclectic, though I most often draw on cognitive behavioral therapy to help ease symptoms and build practical coping skills. What that looks like in practice is a first session spent listening closely and getting a real sense of what's brought you in, so we can shape the work around your specific needs rather than a fixed formula. I'll adjust the pace to you, and I want you to feel genuinely heard and supported in the room, not managed.

My hope is always the same: that the people I work with leave with steadier footing, a bit more well-being, and movement toward the personal goals that matter to them.

Reaching out for help takes something, and if you've read this far, you've already done part of the harder work. When you're ready, I'll be here to start the conversation with you.

As a therapist, I work mostly with adults who are ready to look honestly at what's been weighing on them and want a clear sense of where we're headed. My path into this work started in foster care and adoption services, then moved through inpatient settings with people of all ages and community mental health, where I supported adults living with severe mental illness and the effects of trauma. Later I ran an outpatient clinic and led multidisciplinary teams, so I've seen how care works from a lot of angles.

I start with a thorough assessment because I want to understand your history, your concerns, and what you're actually hoping to change before we settle on a direction. From there we build a treatment plan together, one with specific goals and measurable outcomes so you can see progress rather than guess at it. I value open communication, and I'll encourage self-awareness and help you build on the strengths you already have. In practice, I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused techniques, and I focus on teaching practical skills you can carry beyond our sessions.

I'm licensed in Florida, Georgia, and Texas. If you want a therapist who will listen closely, tell you the truth, and keep the work pointed toward the outcomes that matter to you, reach out when you're ready to start.

I'm a therapist who has spent years counseling adults and older adults across outpatient clinics, non-profit community agencies, and school settings. Alongside that clinical work, I've taught undergraduate and graduate courses at three colleges, which has kept me curious about how people learn, change, and make sense of what they're going through.

The way I counsel is a partnership. I take the time to fully understand your situation before we decide anything, because a plan built in a hurry rarely fits the person it's meant for. That means our early conversations lean toward listening: I want to understand your history, what's bringing you in, and what you're hoping will be different. I also pay close attention to your strengths and the resources already in your life, because those tend to be what real progress is built on.

From there, we develop a treatment plan aligned with your goals, so the path forward feels clear and structured rather than open-ended. I care about building a genuine working relationship, and I think that relationship is where most of the meaningful work happens. My pace is deliberate; I'd rather understand you well than rush to conclusions.

There's no rush to begin, either. When the timing feels right for you, I'll be here to start.

I'm a therapist, and most of what I see is adults and older adults working through the kind of thoughts and behaviors that quietly get in the way of the life they want. My background spans outpatient, inpatient, and community-based care, and that range has shaped how I meet people at whatever stage of care they're in. I earned my master's degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo, and I've spent my career supporting people through moments that can feel stuck.

I value communication that's open, honest, and direct, because I think that's what makes it possible to set treatment goals that actually fit the person in front of me rather than a generic version of them. Our first session is where I get a thorough sense of your history, your concerns, and what you're hoping for, and from there we build a plan around your priorities. I'll ask you to notice how your thoughts and behaviors between sessions shape your progress, because a lot of the real work happens in the days we're not talking. I want the room to feel warm and steady enough that you can look at hard things honestly, and I'll be a collaborator in that, not a bystander.

There's no rush on any of this. When the time feels right for you to begin, I'll be here.

I'm a therapist, and over the past five years I've worked with adults and young adults across outpatient, intensive outpatient, crisis, and community settings. That range has taught me that most people arrive carrying a mix of things at once: old emotional patterns, strained relationships, and whatever stress is pressing on them right now. Family dynamics come up often, and years of family systems work have shaped how I listen for the ways those relationships shape the rest of a person's life.

I value open, honest, and collaborative communication, and I'd rather we be direct with each other than polite and vague. Early on, I spend real time understanding your history and what's actually going on, the emotional patterns and the current stressors, before we decide together what matters most to focus on. From there I build an individualized plan, drawing on CBT, DBT, and EMDR-informed and trauma-informed approaches, and I adjust it as you change and your needs shift. My aim is practical: better emotional regulation, more self-awareness, and tools that hold up long after our work together.

A session with me tends to be steady and grounded. I ask questions, I check my read of things against yours, and we keep the goals clear and meaningful rather than abstract.

There's no rush to have it all figured out before we start. Whenever you feel ready to begin, I'll be here.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor who focuses on helping adults, including older adults, work through the barriers that get in the way of both daily life and the longer-term goals they're reaching for. My background spans outpatient, inpatient, and private practice work, including substance use and mental health care in both a Winston-Salem nonprofit and a rural New York clinic, along with inpatient rehabilitation. My training runs through ADHD, maternal and perinatal mental health, and trauma-informed care, and I hold certification in TF-CBT. My interest in the connection between diet and mental health actually started back in my nutritional sciences studies, and it still shapes how I think about the whole person.

I lean toward an existential and humanistic approach, drawing on CBT and DBT depending on what fits the person in front of me. I don't think there's a one-size-fits-all method, so I build strategies around your specific experiences rather than leaning on a single technique. Sessions stay focused and thoughtful, though I'll bring in a little humor when it fits; people tend to say it reflects how I actually am. I check in regularly about whether the tools we're using are working, because I'd rather adjust than assume. My aim is for you to leave with enough insight to understand yourself better than when we started.

The first step is really just a conversation, and we sort out the direction together from there.

Most of my work as a therapist is with individuals and couples working through anxiety, depression, grief, and the kind of stress that builds up from work and family life. A lot of what I see comes down to transitions, the moments when someone's usual footing shifts and they're trying to find a new one. I also work with adolescents and older adults, so the range of stories I hear is wide, and I like that.

My style is collaborative and goal-oriented. I do a fair amount of compassionate listening, but I'm also practical, and I care about giving you something you can actually use once you leave the room. In a first session, I want to hear your story, what's weighing on you right now, and what you're hoping therapy can change. From there we shape a plan that fits you, which might mean skill-building, noticing patterns you hadn't named before, and coping strategies you can try between our conversations. I check in regularly on how things are going and adjust as your needs shift, because therapy shouldn't stay frozen while your life keeps moving.

What matters to me is that the work stays connected to your own values and strengths, not some generic idea of progress.

Deciding to start is often the hardest part. If you've gotten this far in reading, you've already begun turning toward something, and I'd be glad to help you take the next step.

Robert Brandt, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 20 years of experience providing behavioral health services across outpatient, community mental health, primary care, addiction treatment, residential, and telehealth settings. He earned his MSW from Fordham University and a BFA in Music and Psychology from SUNY Purchase. Licensed in New York, Florida, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, he is trained in CBT, REBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. He has worked with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use concerns, chronic illness, relationship challenges, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and life transitions.

Robert creates a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and understood. He values collaboration and partners with patients to identify meaningful goals and develop an approach tailored to their unique needs. He believes therapy should be practical, individualized, and focused on building skills that support lasting change, balancing empathy with honest feedback when helpful.

Robert begins by gaining a thorough understanding of each patient’s history, strengths, concerns, and goals. Together, they develop a personalized treatment plan aligned with the patient’s values and priorities. Using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and solution-focused interventions, he helps patients build coping skills, strengthen resilience, and overcome barriers to progress while regularly reviewing and adjusting treatment as needs evolve.

Christine Cantilena Barnes, LPC, is a dedicated mental health counselor with two master’s degrees, including a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. She developed extensive crisis and trauma expertise as a mobile trauma therapist serving all four Emory Hospital emergency rooms and completed advanced clinical training across inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings. Christine is certified in EMDR and Trauma-Focused Therapy, with extensive training in DBT and CBT. Her clinical background spans child art therapy, high-conflict couples counseling, and collaborative work within psychiatric settings.

Christine believes that personal values are central to meaningful change and healing. She fosters a therapeutic environment built on honesty, transparency, and open communication, helping patients feel heard, respected, and supported without judgment. She works collaboratively with patients to establish clear, measurable goals and regularly evaluates progress to ensure treatment remains focused, effective, and aligned with each individual’s needs.

Christine begins with a comprehensive assessment of each patient’s history, current circumstances, personal values, spiritual well-being, and primary concerns. Using this foundation, she develops an individualized treatment plan that validates each person’s unique experiences while targeting realistic, achievable goals. Her approach combines evidence-based strategies with thoughtful clinical insight to support meaningful and lasting progress.

Lupe Garcia is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. As owner and Clinical Director of Vital Mind Counseling, LLC, he provides evidence-based treatment and supervision. He has worked in community mental health, juvenile justice, crisis intervention, and outpatient care and is certified in TF-CBT. He treats trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, grief, relationship concerns, and life transitions using CBT, DBT, ERP, EFT, CPT, and trauma-informed care. He is trained with first responders, veterans, and trauma survivors, focused on resilience and lasting change.

Lupe emphasizes a strong therapeutic relationship as the basis for growth. He provides a warm, supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard and respected. He values authenticity and collaboration, meets patients where they are, and tailors treatment to individual goals. He balances compassion with honest feedback and offers practical tools for use between sessions to support lasting change.

Lupe begins by understanding each patient’s history, concerns, strengths, and goals, then collaborates on an individualized treatment plan. He uses evidence-based approaches tailored to symptoms, focusing on insight, coping skills, and underlying contributors to distress. Progress is reviewed regularly and treatment is adjusted as needed. He encourages active participation and supports improved emotional regulation, relationships, and resilience.

Alyson Pond, LCSW, provides outpatient therapy for adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. She has experience supporting military members, veterans, first responders, and individuals in high-stress service-oriented roles. Alyson’s background includes crisis intervention, suicide prevention, outpatient behavioral health, and trauma-informed care. She earned a Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University and a Master of Arts in Military Psychology from Adler University.

Alyson provides a grounded, supportive, and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. She believes therapy should be practical, honest, and tailored to each person’s goals, strengths, and lived experience. Alyson works with clients to process trauma, navigate life transitions, reduce isolation, and build resilience in sustainable and realistic ways.

Alyson begins by learning each client’s history, current concerns, strengths, and goals. She collaborates with clients to create individualized treatment plans aligned with their values and priorities. Using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, Alyson helps clients improve coping skills, strengthen emotional regulation and relationships, and build healthier patterns that support lasting progress.

Joy Mitchell, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with nearly 10 years of experience providing behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She earned a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mercer University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Georgia State University. Joy has worked in outpatient, telehealth, crisis intervention, employee assistance, utilization review, and community mental health settings. She specializes in comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, and other behavioral health concerns.

Joy creates a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe, heard, and respected. She values trust, collaboration, and open communication, working alongside clients to identify meaningful goals and practical strategies for change. Using evidence-based approaches tailored to each individual's needs, Joy encourages active participation in treatment while helping clients build on their strengths, resilience, insight, and coping skills. She is committed to providing culturally responsive care that supports personal growth and emotional well-being.

Joy begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand each client's history, concerns, strengths, and goals. She creates a collaborative space where clients can openly discuss their experiences and priorities. Together, they develop an individualized treatment plan and use evidence-based interventions tailored to the client's needs and progress. Throughout therapy, Joy helps clients build insight, recognize patterns, strengthen coping skills, and regularly reviews goals to ensure treatment remains effective and aligned with their needs.

Kimberley Knox, LPC, is a licensed mental health therapist with experience across outpatient, private practice, community, and college counseling settings. She earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University and received the Hanshew Clinical Excellence Award. Kimberley is trained in DBT, RO-DBT, EMDR, and ADHD treatment, and is passionate about helping clients build emotional resilience, self-awareness, and lasting change through a warm, collaborative, and structured approach.

Kimberley takes a collaborative approach where each client’s goals, experiences, and voice guide treatment. She creates a supportive, judgment-free space while balancing insight with practical skill-building. Kimberley integrates evidence-based therapies including CBT, DBT, RO-DBT, SFBT, MI, and EMDR, tailoring sessions to each client’s unique needs and helping them develop tools that support long-term growth outside of therapy.

Kimberley begins by gaining a thorough understanding of each patient’s history, concerns, strengths, and goals. Together, they identify priorities and create an individualized treatment plan that matches the client’s pace and needs. Throughout therapy, Kimberley regularly evaluates progress and adjusts interventions as needed, using a structured yet flexible approach that emphasizes support, insight, and meaningful change.

LaShay Dupree, LCSW, is a compassionate therapist with more than 20 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s most difficult challenges. She views therapy as both a profession and a calling, with a deep commitment to normalizing mental health care and reducing stigma. LaShay believes in helping clients heal unapologetically by exploring the connections between their experiences, relationships, environment, and overall well-being.

LaShay provides a safe, supportive space where clients can show up exactly as they are. She believes therapy should focus on the whole person, not just symptoms, and works collaboratively to help clients build resilience, confidence, and meaningful change. Known for her steady presence and accessibility, she is committed to being a trusted partner in each client’s healing journey.

LaShay begins by establishing trust and rapport, allowing clients to move at a pace that feels comfortable and respectful of their boundaries. Her approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused interventions. Together, she helps clients understand how thoughts influence emotions and behaviors while identifying practical strategies that support growth, healing, and lasting progress.

Zainab Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) with nine years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She has provided care in community mental health, crisis response, private practice, and telehealth settings. Zainab earned a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). She utilizes evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-informed care.

Zainab creates a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. She believes therapy should be individualized and collaborative, tailoring treatment to each client's goals, strengths, and cultural background. She supports individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, grief, and life transitions while helping them build coping skills, emotional awareness, and confidence.

Zainab begins by building a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a safe space for open dialogue. Early sessions focus on understanding each client's history, strengths, current concerns, and goals. She develops individualized treatment plans and incorporates evidence-based strategies that evolve with client feedback and progress. Her approach emphasizes practical, sustainable changes that support healthier behaviors, emotional regulation, and overall well-being.

Mary Lane, LCSW, has experience working in private practice, outpatient, and inpatient settings. She earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Iowa and has more than a decade of experience supporting individuals across a variety of care settings, including substance use treatment and school-based services. Her broad clinical background allows her to provide compassionate, informed care tailored to each client's needs.

Mary understands that beginning counseling can feel vulnerable and values creating an environment where clients feel safe, respected, and supported. She is known for her relatable approach and thoughtfully incorporates humor when appropriate to help build a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, understanding, and collaboration.

Mary starts by giving clients space to share their story at a pace that feels comfortable for them. During the initial sessions, she focuses on understanding each client's experiences, interests, and goals. Together, they develop an individualized treatment plan that reflects the client's unique needs and supports meaningful progress.

Banti Zehyoue, LCSW, has experience practicing in outpatient settings—including school-based, hospital, community-based, and crisis response—as well as inpatient environments focused on assessment and triage. Banti earned a Doctorate in International Conflict Management from Kennesaw State University, a Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southern University. Banti is also a certified School Social Worker.

Banti is known for building strong rapport through a flexible, approachable demeanor. Banti values open communication and prioritizes active listening to understand each patient’s needs. With a collaborative mindset, Banti works closely with patients to establish clear, achievable goals, using person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques to support symptom reduction.

Banti begins by reviewing available records to better understand each patient’s history. In initial sessions, Banti assesses strengths, areas of concern, and potential risks while helping patients develop SMART goals. From there, Banti creates individualized treatment plans through a collaborative process that incorporates patient input as a central component of care.

Vivia Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Albany State University and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida. She enjoys helping people achieve their therapy goals using a holistic approach to therapy.

Vivia is an authentic, down-to-earth therapist who is ambitious, passionate, caring, and intentional about her clients’ healing. She strives to create a supportive and collaborative space where clients feel heard and respected.

Vivia uses a holistic approach to support clients in working toward their goals and blossoming into the person they desire to be, tailoring care to each individual’s needs and focusing on intentional healing and growth.

Porschia Fisher, LPC, NCC, MSW, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She specializes in anxiety, depression, life transitions, women’s issues, and relationship challenges. Porschia uses a compassionate, individualized approach to help clients build resilience, discover purpose, and create meaningful change.

Porschia creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented, blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients manage emotions, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and develop practical coping skills tailored to everyday life.

Porschia begins by building rapport and learning about each client’s concerns, emotional experiences, and goals for therapy. She then develops a personalized treatment plan and tracks progress using evidence-based tools such as the PHQ-9, GAD-7, and C-SSRS, while adjusting care to support lasting growth and overall well-being.

Danielle Webb, LCSW, has extensive experience in behavioral medicine, addressing the physical and mental health needs of both adults and children. Her work often includes a holistic approach to care, supporting individuals with substance use concerns and incorporating psychotropic medication when appropriate. She is skilled in identifying maladaptive behaviors that may hinder optimal health and uses focused interventions to reduce or eliminate them, with a commitment to promoting wellness in underserved populations.

Danielle is passionate about helping individuals grow into the best version of themselves. She emphasizes the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, guiding patients toward deeper self-understanding. Her approach is supportive and collaborative, with specialties that include depression, anxiety, co-occurring disorders, and relationship challenges.

Danielle works with patients to explore how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact. Through this process, she helps identify patterns that may be unhelpful and supports patients in challenging, reframing, or replacing them. She focuses on uncovering underlying needs and developing healthier, more effective ways to meet them, fostering meaningful and lasting change.

Laurie Krupski, LMHC, is a licensed mental health counselor with a PhD in Counselor Education, a Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling, and an advanced certificate in Mental Health Counseling. Her work is grounded in mindfulness and holistic care, supporting individuals navigating addiction, life transitions, grief, and relationships. She works with individuals and couples to build resilience, deepen connection, and create more meaningful lives.

Laurie Krupski takes a relational, experiential, and client-centered approach, emphasizing connection as a path to healing. She integrates mindfulness, Gestalt, Rogerian therapy, and creative arts into sessions. Her style is warm, collaborative, and engaging, incorporating curiosity, creativity, and reflection. She provides gender-affirming, trauma-informed care that honors each patient’s identity and supports authentic self-expression.

Laurie Krupski begins by building trust and understanding each patient’s story and goals. She collaborates with patients to tailor care to their needs, encouraging openness and curiosity. Her process integrates mindfulness, breathwork, and creative techniques to foster insight and growth. Throughout treatment, she offers guidance, support, and space for patients to discover meaningful, lasting change.

Richelle Smallwood is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience providing mental health services across outpatient and school-based settings, along with more than 6 years of telehealth experience. She earned her Master of Social Work from East Carolina University and her Bachelor of Social Work from Elizabeth City State University. Her diverse background supports individuals across various life stages and environments.

Richelle approaches therapy as a collaborative partnership focused on accountability and progress. She often incorporates between-session activities to reinforce growth and goal alignment. She serves as a guide, using evidence-based practices, skill-building exercises, psychoeducation, and practical strategies to support overall well-being.

Richelle emphasizes that clients are in the driver’s seat of therapy. She encourages open communication and invites feedback to ensure the approach remains effective. She supports clients in staying aligned with their goals, coming to sessions with intention, and making meaningful, sustainable progress.

Conchitina Capitly, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with 15 years of experience supporting adults through depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, and grief. She has worked as a clinician and supervisor in outpatient and inpatient settings, as well as in a psychiatric emergency department at one of New York City's top hospitals. Tina earned her bachelor’s degree from NYU and her master’s degree from SUNY Albany.

Tina values open communication and collaborates with patients to set clear, attainable treatment goals in a nonjudgmental space. Her style is warm, grounding, and supportive, helping patients feel understood and safe while working toward their wellness goals.

Tina begins by thoroughly exploring each patient’s history, concerns, and goals during the initial session. She develops individualized treatment plans that align with the patient’s priorities and supports them with practical strategies and guidance to achieve meaningful progress.

Kim Barsella is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C) with a Master’s of Social Work from Howard University School of Social Work. She completed her internship at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital and the DC Rape Crisis Center. Kim brings 25 years of professional experience supporting individuals through a range of life challenges.

Kim believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She has experience helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, grief and loss, and parenting concerns. She focuses on creating a supportive space where clients feel heard and understood.

Kim tailors each conversation and treatment plan to meet the unique and specific needs of every client. She works collaboratively with patients to identify goals and develop approaches that align with their personal experiences and priorities.

Tasha Sarvis is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor (NCC) who supports adults experiencing anxiety, depression, phobias, communication challenges, and relationship concerns. She earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. Tasha completed her internship at a substance recovery facility, where she facilitated a Women’s Recovery Group. She later worked in private practice providing in-person and telehealth therapy. She also holds certifications as a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and Certified Specialist in Anger Management.

Tasha creates a supportive, judgment-free space where clients can be themselves. Her style is warm, direct, and down-to-earth, often incorporating humor to help clients feel at ease. She uses an integrative approach tailored to each individual, balancing support with gentle challenge. Clients can expect a collaborative process focused on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and creating meaningful, lasting change at a comfortable pace.

Tasha begins by understanding the whole person, not just symptoms. Early sessions focus on gathering background, exploring concerns, and setting meaningful goals. She uses clear assessments to track progress and guide care. Together, they develop a flexible treatment plan that evolves over time, with optional between-session activities to build skills and encourage continued growth.

Shirley Hernandez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a BA in Psychology and a Master of Social Work. She began her career in case management and medical social work, supporting individuals and families through complex life and health challenges. Since transitioning into therapy in 2016, she has worked in outpatient and telehealth settings, including with adults experiencing co-occurring concerns. She is also a RYT 200 certified yoga teacher with training in trauma-informed practice and offers sessions in English and Spanish.

Shirley Hernandez creates a supportive, comfortable space where clients feel genuinely heard. She views therapy as a collaborative process, paced to meet each individual’s needs. Her approach focuses on real-life challenges, not just diagnoses, and considers how stress, health concerns, trauma, and life transitions impact daily functioning. Her style is practical, compassionate, and approachable.

Shirley Hernandez begins by learning each client’s story, strengths, and goals. Early sessions prioritize trust and helping clients feel grounded and understood. She then collaborates on a personalized treatment plan using trauma-informed care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing. She integrates a mind–body perspective and regularly checks in to ensure therapy remains helpful and aligned with client goals.

Robea Meikle-Paige, LMHC, LPC, LPCMH, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, Georgia, and Delaware. She earned a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master of Education in Guidance and Counseling with a mental health focus from Florida A&M University. She completed her internship at a community mental health center and is certified in Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention (BCBT-SP) and trained in CAMS. Her experience includes working with veterans, children, and adults across inpatient, outpatient, and nonprofit settings.

Robea provides compassionate, client-centered, and goal-oriented care for adults and older adults. She supports individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, and more. She uses an eclectic, evidence-based approach, integrating CBT, DBT, ACT, and MI. Robea values collaboration and tailors treatment to each individual, recognizing therapy is not one-size-fits-all.

Robea begins with building rapport in a safe, structured space to foster trust and engagement. She conducts a thorough assessment to understand each client’s history, needs, and goals. Together, they develop personalized treatment plans with clear goals, while she provides ongoing support, encouragement, and empowerment throughout the therapeutic journey.

Lou Hang, LMFT, has experience working with individuals, couples, and families. She earned her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliance Graduate School of Counseling in Nyack, NY. Her background equips her to support clients across a range of relational and emotional challenges.

Lou Hang provides individualized, client-centered care, recognizing that each person’s experiences and needs are distinct. She fosters a compassionate, supportive therapeutic environment where trust and respect are central, helping patients feel safe, heard, and understood throughout their care.

Lou Hang establishes a strong foundation by thoroughly exploring each patient’s background, concerns, and goals during the initial session. She collaborates closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans that align with their unique needs and therapeutic goals.

Taylor Smith is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York. She holds a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Iona University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with a minor in Women and Gender Studies. Taylor brings a culturally responsive, compassionate, and advocacy-driven approach to care, with experience supporting clients across schools, higher education, private practice, and comprehensive rehabilitation settings. She is certified in suicide prevention and in identifying and reporting child abuse and maltreatment.

Taylor works with adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, and families. She supports individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, trauma, bipolar disorder, addiction, and relationship challenges. Her practice emphasizes women’s mental health, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, identity development, and recovery-oriented support. Taylor strives to create a grounded, empathetic space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported in their growth.

Taylor’s therapeutic style is collaborative and individualized. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered and solution-focused approaches, trauma-informed and strength-based techniques, and mindfulness practices. Together with clients, she helps clarify goals, build practical tools, and foster meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels supportive and empowering.

Migdalia Moore is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who supports clients navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional regulation. She earned her Master of Social Work from Long Island University and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).

Migdalia Moore creates a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be open and honest. She integrates clinical expertise with a deeper understanding of identity, purpose, and personal values, including faith when desired. Her approach emphasizes both healing and growth, helping clients feel more grounded and empowered.

Migdalia Moore begins with a comprehensive initial session to understand each client’s history, concerns, and goals. She collaborates to establish personalized treatment plans and uses evidence-based approaches such as CBT, trauma-informed care, and emotion-focused strategies. She also provides practical tools for use between sessions.

Deborah Columbro is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida and New York and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia. She works with adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, sexual abuse, co-dependency, and addictive disorders. Deborah brings a compassionate, person-centered perspective to her work.

Deborah creates a warm, supportive, and open-minded environment where patients feel safe to share. She emphasizes genuineness, non-judgmental acceptance, and empathy, helping individuals feel understood and respected throughout their therapeutic journey.

Deborah collaborates with patients to explore their experiences, build insight, and develop coping strategies that foster healing, growth, and resilience.

Cara Lambert is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida, California, and New York. She earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Florida State University and brings over 20 years of social work experience, including extensive work in medical social work and hospice care. She has a particular interest in supporting adults navigating depression, anxiety, stress, health concerns, grief/loss, and caregiver challenges.

Cara’s approach is warm, supportive, and non-judgmental. She integrates evidence-based strategies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy, tailoring her approach to each patient’s unique needs and preferences.

She begins by building rapport and creating a comfortable, safe environment. Cara gathers information about presenting concerns, mental health history, psychosocial background, and available supports. Treatment planning is collaborative, ensuring goals align with patients’ strengths and priorities for meaningful, sustainable progress.

Heather Watson, LMHC, LPC, earned her Master’s in Professional Counseling from South University in Savannah, GA. She is licensed in Florida, Georgia, and Texas, with experience across nonprofit, inpatient, and outpatient settings. She began in foster care and adoption services, later working inpatient with diverse age groups, and in community mental health supporting adults with severe mental illness and trauma. She also managed an outpatient clinic, leading multidisciplinary teams.

Heather Watson creates a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and validated. She values open communication, encourages self-awareness, and helps clients build on their strengths. Her approach emphasizes collaboration, with clear, goal-oriented treatment plans and measurable outcomes to support meaningful progress.

Heather Watson begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand history, concerns, and goals. She collaborates with clients to develop personalized treatment plans and teaches practical skills for lasting change. Her integrative approach incorporates CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused techniques.

Rebecca Blunt, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with many years of counseling experience. She earned her Master’s degree in Community Counseling Psychology from St. Bonaventure University. Her background includes work in outpatient clinics, non-profit community agencies, and school settings. In addition to her clinical work, Rebecca has taught undergraduate and graduate courses at three colleges.

Rebecca Blunt takes a collaborative, partnership-based approach to counseling, working closely with patients to create a process tailored to their individual needs. She prioritizes taking the time to fully understand and assess each patient’s situation. Rebecca is committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and empathetic environment where a strong therapeutic relationship can develop.

Rebecca begins by gaining a thorough understanding of each patient’s history, concerns, and goals. She also helps patients identify their strengths and existing resources that can support progress. Together, they develop a personalized treatment plan aligned with the patient’s goals, creating a clear and structured path forward.

Jennifer Cramer, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with experience practicing in outpatient, inpatient, and community-based settings. She earned her master’s degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo and brings a well-rounded perspective to supporting individuals across different stages of care.

Jennifer values open, honest, and direct communication and believes it is essential for creating individualized treatment goals. She strives to foster a warm, supportive, and safe environment where patients feel comfortable exploring their experiences. Jennifer encourages individuals to identify the thoughts and behaviors that may be preventing them from reaching their goals and works collaboratively with them throughout the process.

Jennifer begins by gaining a thorough understanding of each patient’s history, concerns, and goals during the initial session. From there, she develops an individualized treatment plan that aligns with the patient’s needs and priorities. She also encourages patients to reflect on how their thoughts and behaviors between sessions may influence their progress and overall treatment goals.

Heather Aschenbrenner is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with experience across outpatient, inpatient, and private practice settings. Her work has included outpatient care at a nonprofit in Winston-Salem, NC and a rural New York clinic focused on substance use and mental health, as well as inpatient substance use rehabilitation. She has also conducted trainings and presentations on mental health topics and ethics. Heather earned her bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Sciences from Boston University, where she developed an interest in the relationship between diet and mental health, and her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from North Carolina A&T State University. She is a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor, and has completed specialized training in ADHD, maternal and perinatal mental health, trauma-informed care, and TF-CBT.

Heather often leads with an existential and humanistic approach to therapy, integrating techniques such as CBT and DBT to help patients work through barriers that affect both daily life and long-term goals. She understands that therapy can be a vulnerable process and prioritizes creating a safe, supportive, and welcoming space for patients to explore their experiences. While sessions remain focused and thoughtful, Heather occasionally incorporates humor when appropriate, as patients often find it reflects her authentic and approachable style.

Heather focuses on understanding each patient’s unique experiences and perspectives when they enter therapy. She believes there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach and tailors treatment plans and strategies to the individual rather than relying on a single technique. Her process is collaborative, regularly checking in with patients about the effectiveness of tools and strategies used in treatment. Through this work, Heather aims to empower patients with insight and knowledge so they can become experts in understanding themselves.

Most of my work as a therapist is with individuals and couples working through anxiety, depression, grief, and the kind of stress that builds up from work and family life. A lot of what I see comes down to transitions, the moments when someone's usual footing shifts and they're trying to find a new one. I also work with adolescents and older adults, so the range of stories I hear is wide, and I like that.

My style is collaborative and goal-oriented. I do a fair amount of compassionate listening, but I'm also practical, and I care about giving you something you can actually use once you leave the room. In a first session, I want to hear your story, what's weighing on you right now, and what you're hoping therapy can change. From there we shape a plan that fits you, which might mean skill-building, noticing patterns you hadn't named before, and coping strategies you can try between our conversations. I check in regularly on how things are going and adjust as your needs shift, because therapy shouldn't stay frozen while your life keeps moving.

What matters to me is that the work stays connected to your own values and strengths, not some generic idea of progress.

Deciding to start is often the hardest part. If you've gotten this far in reading, you've already begun turning toward something, and I'd be glad to help you take the next step.

I'm a therapist specializing in the anxiety, panic, and depression that tend to surface during life transitions: a career change, a shift in a relationship, an illness, a new life stage. Over more than 25 years, I've worked with individuals, families, and groups across community nonprofits, worksite wellness programs, labor unions, and virtual settings, so I've seen how many different circumstances can bring someone to therapy feeling stuck or overwhelmed.

I'm a practical therapist. I draw on mindfulness-based CBT and DBT, and I use SMART goals to keep our work focused and moving forward rather than circling the same ground. I also lean on Positive Psychology, because I'd rather build on the strengths you already have than treat you as a list of problems to fix. Early on, I'll ask you to walk me through your concerns from past to present so we can organize them and decide together what matters most. From there we build a structured plan with achievable goals, and we adjust as we go, always at a pace that feels manageable to you. Many of the people I see notice gradual relief within the first month, with steady improvement after that.

My aim is to address what's weighing on you with clarity, focus, and compassion, not pressure. Curious whether this kind of structured, forward-moving work would suit you?

I'm a licensed clinical social worker with seven years of experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and perinatal mental health concerns. Over those years I've worked across nonprofit, community mental health, and group practice settings, with children, adolescents, and adults, and I've come to enjoy sitting with people who want to understand themselves more clearly, not just manage their symptoms.

My work is grounded in psychodynamic thinking, meaning I'm curious about the patterns underneath what's showing up day to day. Alongside that, I draw on ACT, DBT, and other evidence-based approaches, matching the tools to the person rather than the other way around. I practice with humility and curiosity, and I try to stay honest about what I'm noticing so we can look at it together. Building rapport matters to me from the very first conversation, because I don't think the work goes anywhere useful without a real connection first. Early on, expect me to ask questions, listen closely, and get a sense of what feels important to you before we start naming goals.

From there, we set those goals collaboratively, keeping the focus on self-understanding and on practical skills you can actually use. I care about self-expression and personal growth, and I want you to leave sessions feeling genuinely heard.

Curious whether the two of us would work well together? That's exactly what a first visit is for.

I'm a therapist who has spent more than thirty years treating people through some of the most demanding chapters of a life: chronic and acute illness, the run-up to major surgery, traumatic loss, perinatal stress, and the grief so many carried during COVID. I've sat with Holocaust survivors and with people living through the AIDS crisis, and that history shapes how I listen now, to adults and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship strain, workplace pressure, and the big transitions that reshape who we are.

My approach is relational and insight-oriented. I want to understand your actual story, so I begin with a thorough assessment of your history, your concerns, and what you're hoping for, and from there we set clear goals and build a plan that fits you rather than a formula. In session I stay curious and direct, drawing on CBT, DBT, ACT, EFT, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic work depending on what the moment calls for. That means some days we're practicing a concrete coping tool and other days we're tracing a pattern back to where it started. The aim is both practical relief and lasting self-awareness.

I care about creating room for people from every background to feel genuinely seen. If the harder patterns in your life have started to feel permanent, they usually aren't. Reach out when you're ready to look at them together.

My work as a therapist centers on adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, and the kind of academic and professional stress that quietly builds until it starts to affect everything else. I also spend a lot of time with people working through relational challenges, whether that's tension at home, at work, or somewhere in between. Alongside my clinical work, I present and teach on mental health in community and professional settings, which keeps me grounded in how these struggles actually show up in daily life.

I take a goal-oriented approach. I'm less interested in labeling your strengths and weaknesses than in helping you get clarity and make practical change. I value direct, open communication, and I'll build treatment plans with you rather than hand them down. My sessions are structured: we'll begin with a thorough intake to understand your history, stressors, and patterns, then define objectives that are realistic and actually mean something to you. From there, expect a mix of reflection, skill-building, and concrete strategy, drawing on mindfulness and nervous system awareness, cognitive and behavioral tools, and relational processing as it fits. Insight matters to me, but I put real emphasis on action and accountability. Support and a gentle challenge tend to sit side by side in my room.

If you're ready to move from understanding a pattern to changing it, and you want a therapist who'll be straight with you along the way, let's talk.

Most of my work as a therapist is talk therapy, and it draws on training I've built up across both crisis response and outpatient settings. I earned my bachelor's and master's in social work at Fordham, and over the years I've become certified in motivational interviewing and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, completed Gottman Level 1 couples training, and studied Cognitive Behavioral Therapy through the Beck Institute. I see adolescents and adults, and I tend to draw on whichever of those approaches actually fits the person in front of me.

I'm a practical, collaborative therapist. Our first session is where I get a thorough understanding of your history, your concerns, and what you actually want to be different, and that becomes the foundation we build on. From there I like to set shared goals with you and shape a plan around your particular needs and strengths, then adjust it as we go. Expect concrete tools and strategies rather than open-ended talking, and expect me to send you off with some 'homework' between visits, because a lot of the real progress happens in the days between appointments, not just in the room.

I'm honest about what's working and what isn't, and I count on you to tell me the same, so we can keep revising the plan together. Bring what's on your mind to a first visit and we'll figure out where to start.

I trained as a therapist, and I mostly work with adults who are ready to talk something through but haven't always felt genuinely listened to when they've tried before. My path here started in education and psychology, and that background still shapes how I think about people, with attention to where someone is developmentally and what growth actually looks like for them, not just what a treatment plan says it should be.

My style is warm and interactive. I'm not the kind of therapist who sits in silence and lets you fill the air; I stay engaged, ask questions, and respond honestly. Early on, my focus is on making sure you feel heard and understood, because in my experience meaningful change tends to start there. From that point we set goals that are yours, and I draw on a few approaches depending on what fits: cognitive-behavioral therapy for patterns you want to shift, psychodynamic work when the roots matter, and problem-solving therapy when you need practical strategies for what's in front of you right now. I'll tailor the mix to you rather than the other way around.

Mostly, I want the work to feel collaborative and steady, with room for the courage it takes to change something in your life.

Deciding to talk to someone takes real effort, and getting this far says something. If you're looking for that kind of working relationship, I'd be glad to start it with you.

Most of my work as a therapist is with adults and teenagers navigating the kinds of life shifts that don't always announce themselves as crises: a marriage or a divorce, a career change, a move to a new place, or the slow weight of caring for aging parents. I've spent more than 25 years in practice, first in the New York area and the last decade in Florida, and I've wanted to do this work for as long as I can remember. Along the way I've also worked closely with trauma, with LGBTQAI+ clients, with chronic health concerns, anxiety, self-esteem, and sobriety from alcohol.

I start where you are and move at a pace that feels right, not one I've decided in advance. I'm open, understanding, and supportive, and I'll also gently challenge thinking that's keeping you stuck when the moment calls for it. In a first session, I want to understand what brought you in and what your life actually looks like right now, then look at both the present concern and the experiences behind it. My approach is collaborative and humanistic, and I lean on practical tools so you can start building skills and feeling some relief early rather than waiting weeks for it.

Bring in whatever's pressing on you and we'll begin working through it together, one piece at a time.

I'm a therapist, and most of what I see spans a wide age range: teens finding their footing, adults sorting through anxiety, depression, trauma, or a life transition that has knocked things off balance, and older adults navigating change later in life. Over more than eight years across private practice, outpatient programs, community mental health centers, and non-profit work in New York and New Jersey, I've spent a lot of time with people who are reexamining their self-esteem, working through relationship strain, or trying to make sense of attention challenges. I also work often with neurodivergent clients and offer affirming care across identities, relationships, and family systems.

How we work together depends on you. I start by really understanding your history, your concerns, your strengths, and what you actually want out of this, then we shape a plan together from there. I draw on approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, and IFS, but I try to keep therapy practical and paced to you rather than to a method. Early sessions tend to be a lot of me asking questions and listening closely so I understand what brought you here. As we go, I'll revisit our goals with you so the work stays relevant and responsive as things shift.

There's no rush to any of this. When you feel ready to begin, I'll be here.

I'm a therapist who focuses on talk therapy with adults, including older adults, who are working through anxiety, depression, grief, and the kind of life transitions that quietly reshape how a person sees themselves. Some of the people I meet are navigating strained relationships; others are managing severe mental illness and want a steady partner in that work. I've spent time in both inpatient and outpatient settings, and earlier in my training I worked in an emergency room and specialty clinics, which taught me to stay calm and present when things feel far from calm.

The way I work is collaborative. Early on, I want to understand what's actually going on and what you're hoping will be different, so we can sketch out a roadmap for growth together rather than my handing you a plan. My first session tends to be conversational: we talk through what brought you in, a bit of your history, and how sessions and confidentiality work, and then we start naming goals. After that, our time centers on exploring your thoughts and feelings, noticing the patterns underneath them, and practicing skills you can use outside the room. I draw on DBT, CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused approaches, but I fit the method to the person, not the other way around. We check in on progress along the way.

Deciding to start therapy takes something. If you've gotten this far, you've already begun.

My work as a therapist centers on helping people set goals that actually matter to them and then figuring out the practical steps to get there. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of independent experience across the DMV, and I've practiced in a lot of settings: private practice, nonprofit, medical, federal, and military. That range has shown me that change happens when someone has both a clear direction and steady support to keep going. I see adolescents, adults, and older adults, and I've spent a good deal of time working with individuals, families, and service members.

My approach is collaborative and goal-focused. Early on, we'll look at what you're up against, but also at your strengths and what's motivating you to change, because both matter. From there we build a plan that's realistic, drawing on tools like CBT, solution-focused work, DBT, and narrative therapy depending on what fits you. Sessions tend to be active. I'll offer encouragement and honest accountability, and I'll help you build momentum in the areas that feel stuck. Partnership is the heart of it; I'm working alongside you, not handing down instructions.

What matters most to me is your progress on the goals you care about, at a pace that's sustainable. Bring the things you'd like to move forward on, and we'll map out where to start together.

I'm a licensed professional counselor specializing in the concerns that adults carry through the ordinary work of being human: anxiety, depression, stress that won't let go, grief and loss, and the strain that shows up in relationships. A lot of the people I sit with are somewhere in the middle of a transition, trying to figure out what they actually want next and how to get there. Some are working toward a specific goal; others just know something isn't right and want a place to sort it out.

My work draws on a mix of approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, psychodynamic work, mindfulness, and hypnotherapy. Which of those we lean on depends on you, not on a formula. Early sessions tend to move between the practical and the underneath, giving you coping strategies you can use now while we start to trace where limiting beliefs and recurring problems actually come from. My style runs warm and direct at once; I'll validate what you're feeling and still gently press on the patterns worth examining.

I'm also a doctoral candidate in clinical psychology, which keeps me curious and current, though the room itself stays focused on you.

Starting is simpler than it sounds. We talk, we get a sense of what's going on, and we decide together what's worth working on first. From there, we build something that fits your life rather than someone else's plan for it.

I'm a therapist, and I treat adults navigating the aftermath of crisis: acute mental health episodes, substance use and recovery, co-occurring struggles, and the kind of complicated life stress that piles up faster than anyone can process it. A lot of my experience comes from high-acuity settings, inpatient psychiatric units and addiction recovery among them, and I've also spent time advocating for medically complex kids and their families. That work taught me a lot about caregiver stress, medical trauma, and the exhaustion of dealing with systems that move faster than your emotions can keep up with.

My style is warm and collaborative, but I'm direct. I'll validate what you're going through, and I'll also gently push when I notice a pattern that isn't serving you anymore. Early on, I want to understand your story, your goals, and what you're already good at before we build anything. Some sessions we stabilize, some we do skill-building, some we work through what past experiences left behind. I care a lot about transparency and about pacing, so I'll check in regularly to make sure the plan still fits your values and your readiness, not just mine.

My training leans on attachment, nervous system regulation, and coping skills that hold up over time. If you're worn down from surviving one hard thing after another and want a steadier way forward, reach out and let's talk about where to start.

As a therapist, I work mostly with people who are ready to do the work of therapy, even when it's uncomfortable. Over the years I've counseled in college and boarding school settings and in community mental health, so I've sat across from students figuring out who they are, adolescents working through the noise of growing up, and adults sorting out what they want their lives to look like. I see kids as young as five and adults well into their sixties, and I've come to appreciate how different each of those conversations really is.

My style is down-to-earth. I lean on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which means we'll pay attention to the connection between your thoughts, your feelings, and what you actually do day to day, then look for practical places to shift things. I'm not here to hand you conclusions; I'd rather build insight and tools alongside you so you leave with something you can use. Early on, expect me to ask a lot of questions and listen closely, less about fixing and more about understanding what's going on for you. Since all of this happens remotely, it helps if you're comfortable connecting by screen and open to trying new perspectives.

I think of therapy as walking alongside someone, not directing from the front. Bring me the challenges you're facing and we'll start making sense of them, one step at a time, together.

I'm a therapist, and I treat adults working through the kinds of concerns that show up across a whole life: patterns from the past that still shape the present, current struggles that feel stuck, and the sense that something needs to shift. I've practiced in schools, college counseling centers, community non-profits, and private practice, which means I've sat with a wide range of people and identities, and I've been trained across several approaches, including DBT, CBT, REBT, psychodynamic therapy, narrative therapy, and sex therapy. I draw on whichever of those fits the person in front of me.

I start by getting a thorough sense of your history, what's bringing you in, and what you actually want out of treatment. From there we build the plan together, so the goals reflect your values rather than mine, and we return to them over time to see what's shifting. I try to balance compassion with an appropriate amount of challenge, because I've found that growth usually needs both. My honest belief is that we can't rewrite what already happened, but we can change how we understand it and how we respond to it now.

Expect a first visit that's mostly me asking questions and listening closely to how you tell your own story. If you're ready to look at what's kept you stuck and figure out where you want to go, bring it to a first session and we'll work through it together.

I'm a therapist with a particular focus on the everyday concerns that quietly wear people down: anxiety, low mood, shaky self-esteem, strain in relationships, stress, and the disorientation that comes with a big life transition. Over the years I've worked in schools, community programs, and outpatient settings, doing individual, group, and family therapy, and I bring that range with me into every session. I'm bilingual in English and Spanish, and I care a great deal about pulling mental health out of the shadows and chipping away at the stigma that keeps people from asking for help.

I start by getting the full picture, your background, what's bringing you in, what's already working, and where you'd actually like to end up. From there we build a plan that's yours, and I revisit it with you as things shift, because a plan that fits in January may not fit in June. My approach is strengths based and solution focused; I'd rather help you notice and use the resilience you already have than treat you like a list of problems. I lean on open, honest conversation, and I want you to leave a session feeling heard and respected, not managed.

Bring whatever's been sitting on your mind to a first visit, and we'll start untangling it together.

I'm a therapist with experience treating substance use disorder, anxiety, depression, trauma, and the relationship struggles that often sit underneath all of it. Much of what I know about this work I learned as a group and individual counselor at an outpatient substance abuse treatment center in Manhattan, where I sat with people at some of the hardest points in their lives and watched them find footing again. I see both adolescents and adults, and I'm comfortable with the messy, tangled ways these problems tend to show up together rather than one at a time.

My approach is integrative, which mostly means I don't force one method onto everyone. I pay close attention to what's actually going on with the person in front of me and build the plan from there. I listen more than I lecture, and I'll be honest with you about what I'm noticing. Early sessions tend to be less about fixing and more about understanding: what's happening now, what you've already tried, and what a better week would actually look like for you. I also take self-care seriously, not as a slogan but as something we work into the plan in a way that fits your real life.

If any of this feels close to what you've been looking for, I'd be happy to talk.

I trained as a licensed clinical social worker, and I mostly work with adults navigating the ways stress shows up in the body: the tension, the sleeplessness, the anxiety that doesn't stay in your head. A good part of my practice centers on the seasons of life that reshape us, whether that's the perinatal and postpartum stretch, the shifts of menopause, grief after losing someone you love, or the quieter grief of goals that didn't turn out the way you'd planned. Parenting struggles and big life transitions bring people to me too.

My approach draws on psychodynamic work, CBT, and solutions-focused thinking, but what that really means is I want to understand what's underneath before we decide what to do about it. Rather than handing you a new set of tools and calling it a day, I'd rather start with the coping strategies you already lean on, fine-tune the ones that serve you, and figure out together what's missing from your self-care. Early sessions tend to be less about fixing and more about mapping: where the stress lives, what it's connected to, and what emotional freedom might actually look like for you. I've worked with people from all walks of life and all age groups, and I especially connect with clients in the LGBTQIA+ community.

Bring whatever's been sitting on you into a first visit, and we'll begin sorting through it, mind, body, and spirit, at a pace that feels workable.

My work as a therapist centers on helping people come home to their authentic selves. I see counseling as something you live through, not just talk about, so I lean on creativity as much as conversation. I often bring in multimedia resources, with a real emphasis on writing, and I've written a few books of my own, including one called Be an Anomaly about the autism spectrum. I've been through most of the same life struggles the rest of us have, and I don't pretend to sit above any of it.

I work with adults and adolescents who want to figure out who they actually are, not who they've been told to be. Sessions with me tend to feel warm and full of energy; I want you to feel welcomed and genuinely connected, not evaluated. I draw on approaches like REBT, CBT, ACT, Positive Psychology, and the Gottman Method, but the real tools I use are the ones already hidden inside you. My job is to help you find them, and to use creative and behavioral techniques to get you where you want to go. Think of it as a trip we take together, with you deciding the destination and me helping you find the best routes there.

Starting therapy takes nerve, and choosing to look for someone at all says something about where you're headed. When you're ready to begin, I'll be here to take that first step with you.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor, and I've spent more than a decade helping individuals and families work through mood disorders, trauma, difficult life transitions, and the kind of chronic challenges that wear on a person's overall well-being over time. Much of the care I offer centers on the BIPOC community and on women who want a counselor who understands the context they're living in, not just the symptoms they're describing.

My approach is inclusive by design. I want the people I work with to feel like their full experience is welcome in the room, including the parts that don't always get named in therapy. In an early session, I spend a good deal of time simply understanding your story: what brought you here, what you've already tried, and what you actually want your life to look like. From there we shape a direction together, and I'll be honest with you about what I'm noticing along the way. I tend to move at a pace that respects where you are rather than rushing toward a fix.

Some of what people bring is long-standing, and some of it is fresh. Either way, I'm interested in the whole picture of your wellness, not a single diagnosis on a chart.

Reach out when you're ready to start this work together.

I'm a therapist, and I treat mood disorders, depression, the full range of anxiety, relationship and self-esteem struggles, adjustment concerns, and emotional dysregulation. I've worked in a lot of different worlds over the years, including correctional, educational, inner-city community-based, and corporate settings, and I've spent time among many cultures and ways of life. That range shaped how I think about the person in front of me, and about the ever-present connections between body, mind, and emotional state.

My orientation is psychodynamic, but I don't treat that as a rulebook. Depending on what you need, I'll bring in attachment theory, mindfulness, and pieces of CBT and DBT, and I keep it all coordinated with any medication that's part of your plan. I tend to be direct while staying compassionate, because I think a comfortable, co-owned relationship is where the real work happens. I consider it an honor to join someone on their journey, and my aim is to help you understand more fully how you can move yourself forward, then build the readiness to actually take that step.

When we've met your goals and it's time to part ways, I want your tool belt fortified with techniques you can use on whatever obstacles come next. Bring what's been weighing on you to a first visit, and we'll start sorting through it together.

I'm a licensed professional counselor specializing in talk therapy for adults, adolescents, and older adults who are working through depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and body dysmorphia. My background spans a range of settings, from inpatient care at Willowbrooke at Tanner, where I served as a primary therapist and assessor, to a university counseling center and virtual practice in Atlanta. That mix taught me that no two people arrive with the same story, and that the therapy has to fit the person rather than the other way around.

I take an interdisciplinary approach, drawing on CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed work depending on what's actually in front of me. Rather than fitting you into one method, I customize what we do to your needs and your preferences. Early sessions are largely about exploring and processing the emotions and experiences that are hardest to name, at a pace that doesn't push you faster than you want to go. I try to stay warm and steady while we do it, so the difficult parts feel less like something to get through alone.

A lot of my work is about healing from what came before so you can actually be present in your life now. If you're ready to look at what's been weighing on you, come as you are to a first visit and we'll start untangling it together.

I trained as a licensed clinical social worker, and I mostly work with adults through the geriatric years, along with couples looking to understand each other a little better. Over more than twenty years, I've sat with people managing a wide range of concerns, including co-occurring struggles, grief and bereavement, and the existential questions that tend to surface at life's turning points.

I'm a wife, mother, daughter, and sister, and I've walked through my own share of life's challenges, so there's a good chance some part of your story will land with me. I pay close attention, not just to what people say but to the things they show without words. My approach is individualized, strengths-based, and affirming. I'm intentional about building rapport and meeting people without criticism, though when I notice behaviors keeping someone stuck, I'll name that gently and respectfully.

I draw on approaches like CBT, ACT, IPT, and solution-focused work, and I fold in mindfulness, breathing exercises, and spirituality where they fit. I'm also a self-described movie and series buff, and I'll often bring in a scene, a theme, or a character to give us a shared way to talk about behaviors and their consequences. It tends to make hard conversations feel a little more human.

My hope is that you can be your true, authentic self here, without needing to perform. If that sounds like the kind of support you're after, I'd be happy to talk.

My work as a therapist centers on anxiety, depression, and PTSD, and over 20 years I've sat with a wide range of people: World Trade Center responders, college students living far from home, people managing severe and persistent mental illness, patients navigating a cancer diagnosis, and people whose struggles were shaped by poverty and everything that comes with it. What I've learned across all of that is that no one arrives as a diagnosis. You arrive as a person embedded in things bigger than yourself, your family, your job, your community, the larger society, and all of it leaves a mark.

My approach is eclectic, grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, and supportive psychotherapy, but I don't reach for a technique before I understand the person in front of me. Early sessions are about getting oriented to what actually matters to you, so the plan we build reflects your goals and not a template. I want you to feel understood enough to explore the roots of what brought you in, rather than just managing the surface of it.

I won't pretend to have answers before I've heard your story, and I'll be honest with you as we go. If you've been carrying anxiety, low mood, or the aftermath of something you can't quite put down, and you're ready to look at it with someone who won't flinch, reach out and let's start there.

I'm a therapist, and most of what I see is adults, adolescents, and older clients who come to talk therapy looking for a way through whatever they're facing right now. I've spent over seven years in outpatient work, both in person and virtual, since earning my master's degree from St. Bonaventure University and starting out at a community counseling center in Olean, New York.

Before we go anywhere deeper, I want us to actually trust each other. I think open, honest communication is where the real work starts, so early on I focus on setting clear goals together rather than handing you a plan I made on my own. Our first session is mostly me getting a full picture of your history and what you're hoping to change, so I understand the whole scope of what you've been living with, not just the presenting problem. From there I build a plan that fits you specifically.

Early on, I tend to prioritize coping strategies, practical things that help you get through the day. As we go, and as your footing steadies, we shift toward the deeper issues underneath and the goals you came in with. I move at whatever pace makes that sustainable for you, grounded in mutual respect and a genuine sense of connection.

If you've been wanting a place to sort through what's weighing on you with someone who'll take the time to really hear it, reach out and let's talk.

I'm a therapist who has spent years treating stress, anxiety, family conflict, and the tangled interpersonal knots that come with them. I earned my Master's in Social Work from New York University and have practiced since 2013 across settings that shaped how I work, including a community mental health clinic, an outpatient hospital program, and a nonprofit devoted to parent-child psychotherapy. That last one taught me a lot about parenting struggles and the relationships that hold families together or pull them apart. I see adults across the lifespan, from younger adults sorting out early adulthood to older adults navigating later chapters.

Here's how I think about the work: you're the expert of your own story. My job is to notice your strengths and build on them, not to hand you a one-size-fits-all plan. Early on, I'm listening for what actually matters to you, then we shape goals and strategies around your specific situation rather than a template. I take a hands-on, encouraging approach, and I'll be direct with you when it helps. Being genuinely seen, heard, and understood is the foundation everything else grows from.

My hope is that you leave our sessions feeling motivated and clearer about the change you want, moving toward a life that feels more whole and fulfilling. Reach out when you're ready to start that work together.

Most of my work as a therapist spans a wide age range, from kids as young as five to teenagers, adults, and older adults well into their later years. I've spent more than fifteen years in community and outpatient settings, which taught me that no two people walk in with the same story, so I don't treat them as if they do. Some of the folks I see are figuring out a hard season for the first time; others have been managing something for years and want a fresh set of eyes.

I draw on a range of approaches rather than forcing everyone into one method, because what helps a nine-year-old is rarely what helps someone in their seventies. The first time we meet, I'm mostly getting to know you: your history, what's bringing you in, what you're hoping for, and the strengths you already have that we can build on. From there we shape a plan together, one aimed at both some relief now and steadier ground over the long run. I try to keep things straightforward and grounded in your culture and life, so you actually feel understood rather than processed.

My training in social work at Adelphi University shaped how I look at people in the context of everything around them, not in isolation. Reach out when you're ready to start, and we'll figure out the first steps together.

I'm a therapist specializing in talk therapy for people navigating anxiety, depression, and the relationship strains that so often sit underneath both. I see adolescents, adults, and older adults, and I tend to approach counseling as something we build together: I bring psychoeducation and practical coping skills for whatever you're up against, and you bring the insights, because no one knows your experience better than you do. I start from the belief that all people have intrinsic value, and I hold positive regard for the person in front of me, whatever they walk in with.

How I work: I think thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are all connected, and that even the reactions that feel confusing have valid reasons underneath them. A lot of what we do is connecting the dots, from both the past and the present, so you can understand yourself and your surroundings more clearly. My style is eclectic, drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and psychodynamic work depending on what fits you. I also make room for you to name and sit with feelings you've been holding back, because sometimes the relief is in finally letting them out. Cultural humility matters to me; I stay in a posture of ongoing learning around racial and social equity.

I'm also a big believer in self-care, in finding whatever it is that fills your cup. There's no rush to any of this. Reach out whenever the timing feels right for you.

My work as a therapist centers on anxiety, mood disorders, and addictions, and I've spent much of my career alongside people at different stages of life, from adolescents and emerging adults to older adults and families trying to steady themselves together. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor, and that dual background shapes how I look at what someone brings in. Struggles rarely arrive in one neat category, and I'm comfortable sitting with the tangle of it.

My approach leans on cognitive-behavioral therapy, rational-emotive behavior therapy, and mindfulness, but I tailor the work to the person in front of me rather than the other way around. Early sessions are where I get to know how you think and what you're actually up against; expect real conversation, some direct questions, and room to say what's on your mind. I put a lot of stock in the relationship itself, because I've found that growth and healing tend to follow from trust, not before it. For those who want it, I also work within a faith-based frame, with experience in Christian and Catholic traditions. I speak English and Creole.

Whatever brought you here, there's no clock running on this. Reach out when the timing feels right for you, and we'll take it from there.

Most of my work as a therapist, over 13 years of it now, is with adults who are ready to turn some attention back toward themselves after long stretches of putting everyone and everything else first. I came into this field through international human rights and educational work, and later spent years alongside formerly homeless adults in supportive housing, first as a social worker and eventually as a supervisor and assistant program director. That history shaped how I listen. I think of therapy as a real act of self-investment, a chance to approach yourself with curiosity, courage, and compassion rather than judgment.

My approach is collaborative, relational, and grounded in evidence. Depending on what you need, I draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, DBT skills, psychodynamic work, and cognitive-behavioral techniques, but I lead with the relationship, not the technique. Early sessions tend to move at a human pace: I ask questions, I stay curious, and I pay attention to what actually matters to you underneath the presenting concern. Over time, the work is about building emotional flexibility and resilience, getting clearer on your values, and taking steps that line up with them. I aim for a space that feels warm, validating, and culturally responsive, where you feel genuinely seen.

Curious whether the two of us would work well together? A first visit is a good place to find out.

I trained as a licensed mental health counselor, and over the past seven years I've spent most of my time with adolescents, adults, and older adults working through trauma, depression, anxiety, and mood changes that have started to reshape how they move through their days. Before I came to this work as a counselor, I spent years as a social service coordinator and manager at a Florida nonprofit serving teens and their families, helping people get past the barriers standing between them and communication, education, and whatever came next. That experience still shapes how I show up.

My approach is client-centered and strength-based, which really just means I follow your lead and build on what's already working rather than fixating on what's broken. I don't come in with a fixed method; my style is eclectic, driven by what actually interests and matters to you. Early sessions tend to be conversational, where I'm listening for what you want to change and how quickly you want to move toward it, and we go from there together.

I've done a lot of work with teens navigating eating disorders and with people in the LGBTQ community, and I have a particular soft spot for families figuring out life with autism and other special needs. Positive change is possible, and it usually starts with someone taking your goals seriously.

If this feels like the right fit, I'd be happy to talk.

I'm a licensed professional counselor with a particular focus on helping people through crisis and the rebuilding that comes afterward, and I've spent about ten years doing this work. Much of my background is in the harder chapters of people's lives: I've counseled survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, worked a mental health crisis line, and run support and therapy groups where people slowly figured out how to trust again. These days I see adults and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, shaky self-esteem, strained relationships, and the kind of communication breakdowns that leave you talking past the people you love most.

My own guiding idea is simple: I want to help people help themselves. So the relationship we build in session is close and steady, but the point isn't to lean on me indefinitely. Expect open, honest conversation, some digging into where old patterns come from, and practical, workable suggestions you can actually use between our meetings. I'll ask questions that build insight, and I'll be direct when I think it's useful. The pace is yours, though I tend to nudge toward forward movement.

Outside of session, I stay busy with continuing training, volunteering, sci-fi conventions, a slightly out-of-hand Disney collection, and thoroughly spoiling my nieces and nephews.

Curious whether this kind of counseling might fit what you're looking for right now?

I'm a licensed mental health counselor with a particular focus on talk therapy for adults, and I've been doing this work for about eight years. I'll tell you something about how I got here: I went through graduate school at night while raising two amazing kids. I share that not for sympathy but because I want you to know you're never too old to chase something you want. That belief sits underneath everything I do.

I'm solution-focused, but I don't lean on any single method. There isn't a one size fits all way to help people, so I pay attention to what actually works for you and adjust from there. If one tool isn't the right fit, we look for others, and I don't give up partway through. That means our early sessions involve a fair amount of trying things, checking in on what's landing, and being honest with each other about what needs to change.

What I want you to walk away with is real: practical tools and coping strategies you can use, and a clear sense of the steps ahead on your own path. I bring both clinical training and plenty of real-world experience to that, and my commitment to you doesn't waver once we start.

If that's the kind of support you've been looking for, send me a message when you're ready to begin.

I'm a therapist with experience treating anxiety, ADHD, trauma, borderline personality disorder, and the general life stressors that tend to pile up faster than we can sort through them. Over the years I've worked with a real range of people, kids, teenagers, adults, and couples, in both addiction and traditional mental health settings, and I've found I do some of my best work with teenagers, college students, and members of the LGBT community. Right now I see adults and older adults through virtual sessions, and I'm licensed in both New York and Virginia.

The way I see it, you're the expert on your own life, so I'm not going to hand you a prescription for how to live it. I work from a person-centered lens, which really just means we figure out together what approach actually fits you, rather than me deciding that ahead of time. I try to keep things comfortable and honest, and I pay attention to the cultural context you're bringing into the room, because that shapes how we tackle each issue in a way that feels safe and sustainable.

A session with me tends to be a genuine back-and-forth. I'll ask questions, you'll push back where something doesn't land, and we adjust from there.

There's no rush to any of this. Whenever you feel ready to start, I'll be here.

Dr. David Guggenheim is an experienced clinical psychologist and health care administrator. He has worked with patients at different stages of life, including children, adolescents, and adults, and he has treated patients living with a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance use, and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. Dr. Guggenheim has specific training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and foundational training in dialectical behavioral therapy. Prior to joining Talkiatry, Dr. Guggenheim served as the Chief Behavioral Health Officer at Callen-Lorde Community Health Center in New York City, specializing in LGBTQ+ health care. In that role, he oversaw teams of providers including psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers, who collectively provided care to thousands of patients in the New York metropolitan area. While at Callen-Lorde, he also served as co-chair for the behavioral health subcommittee of the Community Health Center Association of New York State; worked as an Adjunct Professor at Post University; and performed volunteer clinical work at the Weill Cornell Center for Human Rights. Before joining Callen-Lorde, Dr. Guggenheim worked as Associate Chief Behavioral Health Officer at Community Health Center, Inc., a federally qualified health center in Connecticut. A recognized expert, Dr. Guggenheim has delivered lectures to audiences ranging from medical schools to corporate executives, and he has been quoted in national media including The Advocate, Yahoo Finance, and Teen Vogue. Dr. Guggenheim has also been honored with an Early Career Achievement Award from the American Psychological Association in 2016. Dr. Guggenheim received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Connecticut in 2002 and his Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University/Washington, DC in 2009.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor with about five years of experience, and most of what I see is anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, substance use and dual diagnosis, and the range of concerns that fall under personality disorders. Much of my background is in community mental health, where I worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups, and where I learned that no two people arrive with the same story or the same needs.

My approach is client-centered, gentle, and supportive. I don't come in with a fixed script for how therapy should go; I draw on a mix of modalities and adjust to fit the person in front of me. A first session tends to be unhurried. I want to understand not just what brought you in, but how you make sense of your own experiences, and I'll ask questions with that in mind rather than rushing toward a label. I see therapy with adolescents and adults alike as a collaboration, and I try to build a space that feels welcoming enough that the harder things can actually be talked through.

Deciding to start therapy takes something, and getting this far already says something about where you are. If you think we might be a good fit, I'd be glad to talk and figure out where to go from there.

As a therapist, I work mostly with adults navigating stress and anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, anger, depression, and the aftermath of trauma. Over more than 20 years in this field, I've sat with individuals and couples from every kind of background, and I've learned that the person in front of me is never reducible to a diagnosis. A lot of what I hear about doesn't fit neatly into a category: infidelity and jealousy, the fog of a midlife crisis, codependency, the strain of divorce or separation, questions about life purpose, or the specific weight men often carry without a place to set it down.

My work is person-centered, which for me is less a method than a starting point. I want the therapeutic relationship to come first, and I build the treatment around you rather than around a template. Depending on what you're dealing with, that might draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, or solution-focused work, but early on my aim is simpler: to understand what you're up against and what feeling whole would actually look like for you. Expect an early session to move at a conversational pace, with me listening more than steering.

If you've been wrestling with something that keeps circling back, whether it's an old wound or a relationship that's stuck, reach out and let's talk it through.