Adam Banks, LCSW

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.

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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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 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 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'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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 licensed mental health counselor with about seven years of experience, and most of what I see is adults working through anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and the kind of life transitions that leave you unsure of your footing. I also work with older adults who are facing the shifts that come with later chapters of life. Wherever someone happens to be, my aim is to help them get closer to where they actually want to be.

My approach is person-centered, which for me means the work follows your goals, not a script I've decided in advance. I draw on mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral strategies, and a strength-based lens, but the through line is collaboration. I want our sessions to feel like a real back-and-forth. Early on, expect me to ask a fair amount of questions and mostly listen, because I'd rather understand how you see things before I offer much of anything. I take cultural context seriously, and I try to keep the room open enough that you can bring the parts of your life that matter to you.

Reaching out for therapy can feel intimidating, and I think naming that honestly is part of the point. It's also a genuinely courageous step. There's no rush on my end. Whenever you feel ready to start, I'll be here to begin the work with you.

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.

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 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.

I'm a licensed professional counselor with nine years of experience, and most of what I see is mood disorders, OCD, prolonged grief, and the adjustment struggles that come with a life that's shifted under someone's feet. A lot of that work also touches relationships and the challenges people bring to my office when something in daily life stops working the way it used to. My clinical training began at the Institute for Human Identity, one of the first psychotherapy centers in New York to offer LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, and serving the LGBTQ+ community remains central to how I practice. Whatever your gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, race, or culture, my aim is for you to feel steady enough to do real work here.

My approach draws on cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and mindfulness-based techniques, and each of these asks you to participate rather than watch. The point is to connect mind with body, intent with action, so that healthier patterns can actually take hold. Early sessions tend to be practical: we notice what's happening, sit with some of it rather than rushing past it, and start testing small changes. I care about awareness, acceptance, and building resilience you can rely on when things get hard again.

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

Geoffrey Edelstein, LCSW, is a Licensed Certified Social Worker. His practice is informed by the latest neuro-cognitive sciences, emphasizing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. In addition to working with children, adolescents, and adults, he also works with couples and families. Geoffrey also has experience working with LGBTQ+ clients. Geoffrey received his Master's in Social Work from New York University Silver School of Social Work. Before that, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature at Drew University. Geoffrey's experience includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and psychodynamic psychotherapy, but his unique approach to therapy also integrates music, writing, drawing, and origami. In crafting a treatment plan, Geoffrey draws on his years of clinical experience from Four Winds Hospital. There, Geoffrey served as the Coordinator of Children's Services and facilitated care for children ages 8-13 in a Dialectical Behavior Therapy group setting. Geoffrey also worked with adults and adolescents in Four Winds' inpatient units. Prior to this, Geoffrey worked in respite services at Family Services of Westchester and the Federally Qualified Health Center of the Hudson Valley Cerebral Palsy Association. Geoffrey is committed to delivering quality mental health services to his patients and is passionate about helping them reach their goals.

I'm a licensed clinical social worker specializing in talk therapy for adults who are living with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or the quieter struggles that don't always have a name: strained relationships, a shaky sense of self-worth, the feeling that you're just going through the motions. I'm also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and much of my career has been spent with people navigating serious, persistent, and sometimes complicated experiences, from community mental health work to assessing risk and providing supportive therapy in a county jail. I don't take a one-size approach. I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and positive psychology, and I fit the work to the person sitting in front of me rather than the other way around.

People tell me I'm easy to talk to, and that matters to me. In a session, my aim is for you to feel able to say the things you don't usually say out loud, without bracing for judgment. My focus is practical: helping you build skills to manage your symptoms and get back to living, imperfections and all. When medication is part of the picture, I work alongside your psychiatrist so the whole plan holds together rather than pulling in different directions.

Curious whether the way I work would fit what you're looking for? A first visit is a good place to find out.

Most of my work as a therapist, over 14 years now, is with adults navigating anxiety, stress, and the lingering weight of trauma they haven't fully made sense of yet. Some of the people I see feel stuck in patterns they can't quite name; others know exactly what's wrong but can't figure out how to move through it. A lot of what we do together is untangling whether something from earlier in life is still shaping what feels hard today.

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I've worked with a pretty diverse range of people and struggles, both individuals and couples. My approach is collaborative, and I lean on Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused tools, but I don't think there's a one size fits all model for anyone. Early on, I spend time getting a sense of where you actually are in your journey rather than where a textbook says you should be. A big part of my work is normalizing anxiety and stress, taking some of the shame out of it, so you can keep moving forward instead of feeling frozen by it.

Before I moved fully into clinical practice, I taught undergraduate psychology and brought mental health training into NYC public schools, which shaped how plainly I try to talk about all of this.

Curious whether the way I work would fit what you're looking for? That's exactly what a first conversation is for.

I'm a therapist who focuses on helping people recognize the patterns of thought and behavior that get in their way, and then actually change them. I've spent a lot of my career working across the age range, from kids as young as five, to teenagers, to adults, and older adults too. That means I've sat with a wide mix of struggles: anxiety, ADHD, stress, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and school avoidance in younger clients. I also have extensive experience working with members of the LGBTQ+ community.

My training is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, so a good deal of my work is helping you notice unhelpful patterns, build coping skills, and set goals you can actually move toward. But I don't run every session from the same playbook. Depending on what you need, I'll pull from solution-focused work, psychodynamic therapy, and other approaches, and shape the sessions around you rather than the other way around. Early on, expect me to ask a lot of questions and listen closely, so I understand what's really going on before we decide where to put our energy.

What I care about is steady, practical progress toward a healthier, happier way of living, and doing that at a pace that fits the person in front of me, whether that's a child, a teen, or an adult.

If that's the kind of work you're after, I'd be happy to talk.

Kristen Soukup, LCSW is a mental health therapist at Talkiatry. Kristen completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Rochester where she studied Psychology and Brain & Cognitive Science. She then went on to pursue her Master's degree in Social Work at the State University of New York at Buffalo. After completing her Master's degree, Kristen began working at an outpatient cancer center where she provided care coordination and therapeutic support to patients and their families enduring cancer diagnoses, treatments, and end of life. She then worked to pursue her clinical license in working with adults with significant and persistent mental illness in an outpatient setting. Kristen functioned not only as a primary therapist but also as the crisis team leader, providing supervision to other clinicians and assisting clients both in the clinic and the community. Kristen believes in looking at the whole person in their environment when working with her patients. She comes from a nonjudgmental and empathetic standpoint and genuinely wants to put the patient's goals and values first. Kristen has experience in treating patients with anxiety, depression, OCD, Bipolar disorder, and personality disorders. Kristen is trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and tends to utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques in treatment. She has knowledge and interest in human motivation and performance related issues, and utilizes Motivational Interviewing and mindfulness skills to assist her patients with these concerns. Kristen also has training in treating anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive disorders and uses exposure therapy to assist patients in overcoming these struggles.‍

I trained as a clinical social worker, and I mostly work with adults and older adults who are navigating depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, chronic stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, family conflict, and grief. Over the past 17-plus years, I've done this work in a lot of different settings: hospitals, community mental health and substance abuse clinics, and home-based crisis intervention, along with individual and group therapy and supervisory roles. That range has taught me that people arrive at very different points, and the work has to start from where they actually are.

My style is warm and engaging, and I think of the therapist's role as collaborative rather than directive. Depending on what you're looking for, our work together might mean building new skills to cope with emotional pain, learning to set boundaries in relationships, or looking for more meaning in your life. I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, relational and psychodynamic approaches, and mindfulness and embodiment work, but whatever modality we use, it's always trauma informed and built on your strengths. In an early session, expect real conversation and some honest curiosity about what brought you here and what you'd like to be different.

Self-exploration, discovery, and healing tend to unfold at their own pace, and I'm comfortable letting them. If that's the kind of work you're ready for, we can start with a conversation and figure out the rest together.

Joseph Smith, LMHC, earned his Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Kentucky University in 2015 and has worked with patients in a clinical capacity for the past six years. While in graduate school, he was exposed to various clinical and research experiences, where he found his passion in examining the motivational factors of human behavior. Joseph's academic work strengthened his interest to work with individuals in a therapeutic capacity, which ultimately led to advanced experiential training in crisis interventions and the treatment of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Before relocating to New York City, he worked with individuals in under-served communities in the Appalachian region. Joseph subscribes to a humanistic, motivational enhancement, and cognitive behavioral framework. Understanding the benefit of therapeutic rapport, Joseph fosters an environment of self-acceptance and self-awareness while promoting intrinsic motivation for patients to act as their own catalyst of change. In addition, Joseph has a passion for working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, women with reproductive challenges, and victims of domestic violence.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor, and I work through talk therapy with people navigating adjustment changes, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, and trauma. My path here started with a psychology degree from SUNY New Paltz and several years as a medical assistant supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. That work is where I first recognized how much people need real help promoting their mental health and finding a balanced way of living, and it's what led me to counseling.

I see a wide range of people: children, adolescents, teenagers, adults, older adults, and couples and families working through things together. What I care most about is helping you cultivate your own sense of independence, build coping strategies you can actually use, and regain control over your life. I lean on approaches like CBT, DBT, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness, but those are tools, not the point. In our early sessions, we'll start by exploring your triggers, symptoms, and the challenges in front of you, at a pace that feels manageable and respectful.

I try to keep things honest and collaborative. This is your work, and my role is to guide, not to dictate. If you've felt like you're reacting to life rather than steering it, I'd like to help you take the wheel back. Reach out when you're ready to start.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor with a particular focus on adults, including older adults, who are working through the kinds of struggles that build up quietly over time. Across eight years in both outpatient and private practice settings, I've sat with people wrestling with a wide range of issues, and I've come to think that no two people arrive at counseling for exactly the same reason.

My approach is person-centered, which for me means I start with your world and your pace rather than a script I'm trying to fit you into. In practice, a lot of my work draws on psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral tools: sometimes we're tracing where a pattern comes from, sometimes we're looking hard at the thoughts running in the background of a hard week. Early on, sessions tend to feel more like an unhurried conversation, me asking questions and listening for what actually matters to you, than a checklist. I hold onto a phrase I come back to often with clients: progress over perfection. Rebuilding confidence and gaining clearer insight into yourself rarely happens in a straight line, and I try to keep the room honest and free of judgment about that.

What I care about is helping people move toward their full potential, whatever that means for them at this point in life. Curious whether the two of us might work well together? That's exactly what a first visit is for.

I'm a therapist, and over the past seven years I've worked with adults and older adults living with a wide range of mental health conditions. A good part of that work has been alongside people with disabilities and neurodivergent clients, folks who have often been misunderstood by the systems around them and want a space where they're taken seriously.

My approach is eclectic because people are not one-size-fits-all. I draw on person-centered, strength-based, and collaborative work, and I lean on CBT, ACT, and DBT depending on what actually fits the person in front of me. What ties it together is that I look at the whole person, their intrinsic qualities and talents, and I build from there. My aim isn't just to help someone survive, but to help them find their passion and set goals so they can genuinely thrive. Early on, we'll spend time getting clear on what matters to you and where you want to go, so the plan we shape reflects your life, not a template.

My work comes from the heart and a holistic place. I try to be there for people honestly, and one of the most rewarding parts of this job is watching someone win themselves back and step into being the expert on their own life.

If that's the kind of support you're after, I'd be happy to talk.

Maria-Anne Duncan, LCSW-R holds the position of psychotherapist at Talkiatry. She has over twenty years of experience working with individuals, families, and groups addressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. Before joining Talkiarty, Ms. Duncan worked as a Director of Clinical Services for a not-for-profit in the Hudson Valley Region of New York State. Prior to that, Ms. Duncan worked for a local hospital in the psychiatric department providing treatment to the Inpatient and Outpatient units. She has held several positions as a clinician and program director. Additionally, Ms. Duncan has taught parenting classes, Mental Health First Aid and provides training on Trauma-Informed Care. Ms. Duncan started her career as a clinician in a Crime Victims' Assistance Program funded by New York State. Through this experience she began to explore the effects of trauma on individuals, their families, and the community. Ms. Duncan has been trained in both EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and SE (Somatic Experiencing). She utilizes these body-focused therapies to help her clients be released from years of painful energies locked in their systems. Ms. Duncan received her Bachelor's Degree from Marist College and her Master's from Fordham University. She has been trained to supervise Social Work Students in their field placements. Ms. Duncan appeared in the Vassar College student-developed training video, "He said, She said" which is used to train peer sexual assault counselors. In April of 2022, she became a trainer for LivingWorks "SafeTALK" program. Additionally, Ms. Duncan has a trained therapy dog, Monkey, who goes with her to local hospitals and nursing homes to provide comfort and affection.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor who has spent years treating people through depression and mood challenges, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, and the kinds of self-esteem and relationship struggles that don't always fit neatly into a diagnosis. Over the course of my career I've sat with children, teenagers, adults, and older adults, in outpatient clinics, on a military base with families managing the strain of that life, and now virtually. That range has taught me that no two people arrive for the same reason, so I try not to assume I know yours before you tell me.

My approach is collaborative and flexible. I draw on person-centered, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, solution-focused, and emotionally focused methods, but I choose the tool to fit the person in front of me, not the other way around. I lean on the strengths you already have and we add to them from there. Early sessions tend to be unhurried; I ask questions, I listen for what matters most to you, and I stay open and a little creative about how we get you toward the life you actually want. I'd rather build something honest and workable than something that looks tidy on paper.

If therapy has felt like too much of a formula in the past, I'd like to try a different way with you. Reach out when you're ready to start.

I trained as a licensed clinical social worker, and I mostly work with adults navigating substance abuse and mental health concerns, often at the same time. Over the years I've spent a lot of time with men and with clients from minority backgrounds, and my work also draws on real experience with addiction, trauma, first responders, and the relationships that get strained when someone is struggling. My greatest passion is helping people make lasting change, not just get through this week.

I take an active approach. That means I'll ask the tough questions, though I try to do it respectfully, and I'll use humor and plain conversation when the moment calls for it. Therapy, to me, starts with building trust and a genuine relationship; without that, the rest doesn't hold. So a first session is really about getting to know each other and figuring out what you actually want to change. From there I pull from the models that fit the person in front of me, including Cognitive Processing Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, rather than forcing everyone into the same method.

I believe therapy can be genuinely transformative when it's built on human connection and a real commitment to doing the work. My job is to help you handle what's in front of you today and build some resilience for whatever comes next. Reach out when you're ready to start that work together.

I'm a therapist with experience treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and PTSD, grief, and the kind of anger that's hard to talk about anywhere else. Most recently I worked at a community-based mental health clinic, where I saw people of all ages arriving with all sorts of goals, and across eighteen years in human service and nonprofit work I've also spent time with a Mobile Crisis team and at an organization in Syracuse supporting people with sensory loss as they built or held onto their independence. I like that range, and I try to stay attentive to the things that shape a person's identity: culture, ethnicity, disability, neurodivergence, and being part of the LGBTQ+ community.

My approach is client-centered and strengths-based, which mostly means I don't come in with a fixed script. I'll draw on CBT, DBT, IFS, or mindfulness-based work depending on what actually fits you, and I'd rather adjust the model to the person than the other way around. Early sessions are largely about getting a real picture of what's going on and figuring out, together, where your own strengths already are. I aim for a collaborative pace, so you can explore what's troubling you, make sense of it, and build skills you can use when life gets difficult.

When you're ready to start that work, get in touch.

I'm a bilingual therapist with experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorders, and the kind of stress that piles up during major life transitions. I see adolescents, adults, and older adults, and I've worked with people navigating change at nearly every stage of life. Before I became a licensed psychotherapist, I spent over five years as an educator in Florida and New York, and that background still shapes how I practice. I care a great deal about psychoeducation, because understanding what's actually happening tends to sharpen our insight into it.

My approach is person-centered and multicultural, which for me means paying attention to the whole context someone lives in, not just the symptoms they walk in with. Depending on what you need, I draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, and Relational-Cultural techniques. In a first session, I'm mostly asking questions and listening closely so I understand what brought you in and what you're hoping to feel differently. I aim to be genuine and steady, and I want the work to help you recognize your own potential rather than talk you out of it.

Building a real therapeutic relationship matters more to me than moving quickly, so we'll go at a pace that fits you. Bring whatever's been weighing on you to a first visit, and we'll begin working through it together.

I'm a therapist, and most of what I see runs from adjustment struggles, when life throws a new circumstance at someone and they're not sure how to steady themselves, to depression, anxiety, and trauma. I've been doing this work for more than two decades now, across a wide range of ages, from teenagers to adults to folks well into their later years.

I'm eclectic in how I work, and I mean that plainly: people are different, and they need a style that actually fits them, not one I've decided on in advance. So depending on who's in front of me, I might draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused work, mindfulness, DBT, narrative, or something else entirely. What that looks like early on is a lot of me learning how you think and what has and hasn't worked before, so we're not repeating dead ends.

I ask for your feedback often, and I mean it. If something isn't landing, I'd rather know than keep going out of politeness; adjusting the approach is how the outcomes get better. My aim is straightforward, which is to help you get to your own full potential, whatever that looks like for you rather than for me.

Deciding to talk to someone takes something, and following through on it takes more. If you've gotten this far, you've already done the hard part. When you're ready, I'll be glad to start that conversation with you.

I trained as a mental health counselor, and I mostly work with teens and adults who are carrying trauma, along with families whose lives have been reshaped by anxiety and OCD. I spent the early part of my career as a school counselor before moving into mental health counseling full-time, and across eight years I've learned that trust isn't something you assume; it's something you earn slowly, at whatever pace the person in front of you needs.

My primary approach with individuals is EMDR, which gives us a structured way to work through trauma without asking you to relive it endlessly out loud. For families, I use SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), which focuses on helping parents understand how much their own responses shape a child's anxiety, and how small changes can shift the whole system. Depending on what fits, I also draw on ACT, Parts Work, Motivational Interviewing, and CBT. Early sessions tend to be more about listening and getting a clear picture than jumping into technique. I try to stay open-minded and honest, and I won't pretend to have it figured out before I actually understand what you're dealing with.

If trauma has been running the show, or if anxiety has taken over your household and you're ready to loosen its grip, reach out and let's talk about where to start.

I've spent years as a therapist treating adults across a wide range of concerns, from addiction and substance use to anxiety, mood struggles, and the day-to-day stress that quietly builds up. My path into this work started with an internship at an outpatient addiction treatment center, which is where I first realized how much I wanted to work with adults. From there I worked at a rehab facility and later spent three years in an outpatient clinic, sitting with people whose situations rarely fit neatly into one diagnosis. That range is a big part of why I feel comfortable supporting whatever you bring in.

I'm easygoing and approachable, and I don't rush the process. In the beginning, my focus is simply building a relationship where you feel supported and can speak openly, without pressure to have it all figured out. Early sessions tend to feel more like a real conversation than an interview; I want to understand what actually matters to you before we shape any direction. Once we've laid that foundation, I'll tailor how we work to your concerns, drawing on the approaches I've come to trust, including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused work, and motivational techniques. I stay flexible, because no two people need the same thing.

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

I'm a therapist, and most of what I see is anxiety, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, and the interpersonal friction that tends to come with all of it. Over about seven years of practice, I've found I work best with people who set a high bar for themselves and then feel worn down by it, along with adolescents and older adults who are working through changes they didn't expect.

My approach is eclectic, and I mean that practically rather than as a buzzword. I pull from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and attachment work, and I fold in things like communication skills, executive functioning strategies, mindfulness, and social skills training depending on what's actually in front of us. I also try to stay attentive to culture and context, because the same struggle can look very different from one person's life to another's. Early sessions tend to be less about a checklist and more about understanding how you got here and what you're hoping shifts. From there, we shape the plan together, and I'll be honest with you when I think something isn't working.

A lot of what I do is helping people loosen the grip of impossible standards and figure out relationships that feel steadier. If you're tired of holding it all together and want a place to think it through with someone who'll take you seriously, reach out and let's talk.

I'm a therapist, and most of what I see is adults, including older adults, who are ready to do some honest work on themselves, whether they're returning to therapy after a long break or sitting down for the first time. My background runs through community mental health counseling, school counseling, and substance abuse prevention work, and I'm currently pursuing a doctorate in school psychology, so I bring a range of angles to the table. Alongside my telehealth practice, I run a private practice in Buffalo.

I'm very down to earth and professionally direct. I treat each person as their own individual rather than a diagnosis, and I build a treatment plan around your specific needs rather than a formula. My work leans on trauma-informed therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and grief therapy, and I'll be clear with you about where I think we're headed.

Early on, I ask a lot of open-ended questions: whether you've been in therapy before, what first brought you in, what's bringing you back now, and what skills you may have picked up along the way that you still use today. Those first couple of sessions are about getting the full picture and building a trusting relationship, not rushing to conclusions. For adults, I may also use the ACE questionnaire to understand childhood experiences.

When you're ready to start, get in touch.

I'm a therapist, and much of what I do is talk therapy with adults across a wide span of life stages, from people in the thick of their working years to older adults navigating the questions that come with a later chapter. Since earning my Master of Social Work from the NYU Silver School of Social Work in 2020, I've practiced in both private practice and community mental health, which has given me a fairly broad sense of what people bring into a room and how differently the same struggle can feel from one person to the next.

My style is collaborative and supportive. I keep the focus on the goals you actually care about, and I work at a pace that feels comfortable rather than rushed, because I'd rather build something that lasts than push for quick wins. In a first session, I spend real time getting to know your history, what brought you in, and where you'd like to end up, and from there we shape a plan that fits you specifically. I check in regularly as we go, so we can notice what's working and adjust what isn't.

Mostly, I want therapy to feel like a place where you can look honestly at your experiences without bracing for judgment, and where the direction is one we set together rather than one handed to you.

Curious whether we'd work well together? That's exactly what a first conversation is for.

I've spent years as a therapist treating adults and older adults navigating questions of identity, relationships, and the wounds that show up between people. As a queer woman of Haitian descent, I'm especially interested in how culture, family, identity, and sexuality intersect and shape the course of a life. That includes LGBTQ+ concerns, racial trauma, cultural identity exploration, and the relational hurts that can quietly reroute how we see ourselves.

I'm drawn to stories of vulnerability, and even in the hardest ones, I'm always looking for the strengths and the openings toward a solution. My work spans individual, couples, and family therapy, and I draw on Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, systemic thinking, and collaborative conversation, choosing what fits the person in front of me rather than forcing a method. Early on, expect me to listen for how the different systems and important relationships in your life are pulling on you, then help you name what you want to change. My aim is for people to feel safe enough to be fully themselves and to move from where they are toward who they can become.

Some of what informs this work comes from my own research on resilience and intersecting identities in queer women of Afro-Caribbean descent. If any of this resonates, I'd be happy to talk.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor who has spent years treating adults living with bipolar disorder, personality disorders, self-harm, substance use, and ADHD. Before coming to Talkiatry, I worked in a hospital's comprehensive psychiatric emergency program providing crisis intervention, spent time on an inpatient substance abuse unit, and did community mental health work with a wide range of people. That background shaped how I sit with someone in a hard moment: steady, listening closely, without judgment.

My approach is eclectic and centered on you. I draw on mindfulness, cognitive and dialectical behavioral skills (CBT and DBT), and compassion and strength-based work, but I choose those tools based on what actually fits your life, not the other way around. I try to help people find personalized solutions and move toward the goals that matter to them. I have a particular respect for the way neurodivergent minds work, and I aim to make sessions feel like a real collaboration rather than a set of instructions handed down.

The first session is mostly us getting to know each other and talking through what brought you in. It's normal to feel nervous; therapy is something we build over time, one step at a time, and I'll be right there guiding you through it. We'll go at your pace, not mine.

Reach out when you feel ready to start.

I'm a therapist who has spent more than thirty years in mental health, and much of that work has centered on adults and older adults living with the aftermath of trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and the ups and downs that come with personality disorders. I started my career as a correction counselor with the NYC Department of Corrections, running recovery and psychoeducation groups, and I later spent nearly two decades as a hospital discharge planner while training in adult psychoanalysis. That range shapes how I sit with people; I've seen a lot, and very little surprises me anymore.

I named my private practice "Live the Life You Want" because I genuinely believe people should get to live on their own terms. I lean on EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing, but the model matters less than the fit. The world can be a scary, cold, and uncertain place, and my job is to help you process the emotions underneath the trauma, depression, or anxiety, at a pace you can handle. I especially connect with clients from the LGBTQ+ community and with fellow people of color who want a clinician who listens closely and doesn't rush.

Your first session, and honestly the second too, is about you: why you're here, what you've been through, and what you actually want to change. We get to know each other and decide together where to start.

Reach out when you're ready to begin.

I'm a therapist, and I've spent over five years doing psychotherapy and behavioral health work in medical and community-based settings, along with some program leadership along the way. Most of the people I sit with are adolescents, adults, and older adults trying to make sense of patterns that keep repeating, whether in their relationships, their choices, or the way they talk to themselves. I've done specialized training in LGBTQ+ care through Callen-Lorde and post-graduate work in relational psychoanalysis, and both shape how I listen.

My approach is thoughtful and relational; I lead with curiosity rather than conclusions. Early on, I want to understand your history, what's bringing you in, and what you actually hope to get out of this, and from there we shape a plan that fits your values rather than a formula. I balance compassion with structure, so sessions tend to feel warm but purposeful. You can expect me to check in regularly on whether the work is landing, and to say honestly when I think we should adjust course. I believe every person's story matters, and I pay attention to the strengths already in it, not just the struggles.

If you've been wanting a space to look closely at the patterns underneath things, and to do that with someone who won't rush you toward tidy answers, reach out and let's talk.

I'm a therapist with a particular focus on ADHD, bipolar disorder, and the mental health of older adults, and I've spent more than twelve years working alongside people through stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and the weight of chronic illness. Over the years I've sat with folks from a lot of different walks of life, including Veterans and caregivers, and I've learned that no two people arrive for the same reason or need the same thing.

I'd rather understand what actually matters to you than run through a checklist. So I start by learning what you care about and what's been getting in the way of feeling like yourself. From there, we figure things out together, at a pace that works for you. I'm honest and down to earth, and I try to bring some creativity into the room so the work feels practical rather than clinical. When it's useful, I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused work, and mindfulness to build tools you can actually use. People tend to tell me I'm easy to talk to, and I take that as a good sign that they feel heard.

My hope is to help you reconnect with some balance, purpose, and even joy, and to support real, lasting change along the way. Reach out when you're ready to start that work.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor specializing in anxiety, depression, and the kind of stress that builds quietly over time. Over more than five years of outpatient work, I've spent a lot of time with young adults, with women navigating the pressures placed on them, and with people carrying inter-generational trauma, the weight of family expectations and histories that get passed down without ever being named. I especially connect with Asian American clients, Christians, and folks in the LGBTQ+ community who want a counselor who understands where they're coming from.

Communication matters to me, especially when it comes to setting goals and honest boundaries in our work together. I like to start light; I'll often open with a fun ice-breaker question, because I find people settle in and speak more freely once the room feels less like an interview. In a first session, I'm mostly getting to know you: what brought you in, your history, and what you're actually hoping to change. From there we shape a plan that fits your life rather than a formula. I take feedback seriously and count on it, since I'd rather adjust course than assume I've got it right.

Active listening, self-awareness, and genuine regard for the person in front of me are the values I keep returning to. Bring what's been sitting on your mind to a first visit, and we'll work through it together.

Most of my work as a therapist is with adults navigating the parts of life that don't come with a map: dating, questions of gender and sexuality, career and school stress, the disorientation of a big transition, and the anxiety or low mood that tends to travel alongside all of it. Some people come in looking for more organization; others are trying to reconnect with a sense of purpose. I hold licenses in New York, New Jersey, and Florida, and I'm a National Certified Counselor, but what matters more to you is how a session actually goes.

I try to balance heart and mind. That means I take the way you feel seriously while also giving you concrete tools to work with. I'll start our first meeting by walking through how therapy works, so you feel comfortable and clear on what to expect, and then I'll ask what brought you in before we get into your history, your strengths, and where you'd like to go. From there we build a measurable, personalized plan and adjust it to fit your pace and style rather than the other way around. I draw on solution-focused strategies, CBT, some psychodynamic insight, and a family-systems lens, depending on what's useful for you.

My hope is that you leave each session with something practical in hand. Bring me what's been sitting on your mind, and we'll start making sense of it side by side.

I'm a licensed clinical social worker specializing in talk therapy, and over 31 years of practice I've worked as a clinical director, a director of treatment, and in private practice and direct care. I'm also certified in complex trauma treatment. Much of that experience has been with people who've survived sexual abuse and trauma, alongside adults, adolescents, and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD. I've also spent years working with couples.

What carries through all of it is a strong belief in human potential and resilience, in our capacity to move through the obstacles and barriers life puts in front of us. I don't work from a single method, because people don't fit into one. Depending on what you're facing, we might draw on cognitive behavioral work, a psychodynamic lens, psychoeducation, or mindfulness. Early on, that means I ask a lot of questions and pay attention to how the pieces of your history fit together before we settle on where to focus.

Outside of clinical hours, I volunteer with survivors of sexual human trafficking, doing clinical assessments and public awareness work. That commitment shapes how seriously I take the people who sit across from me.

Wherever you're starting from, we begin with a conversation, get a clear read on what's going on, and build the direction of the work together as we go.

I trained as a psychotherapist, and I mostly work across the full span of ages, from children as young as five to older adults, offering talk therapy for the range of struggles that bring people to counseling. Over five years of practice, I've come to believe there's no single path to healing, so I don't arrive with a fixed script. Instead, I pay attention to who you actually are and what you're facing right now, and I build the work from there.

My approach is person-centered and trauma-informed. Depending on what fits, I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and psychodynamic work, but I lead with listening before I lead with a method. Early sessions tend to feel like an honest conversation, where we figure out what's getting in your way and start naming the strengths you already carry, even the ones you've stopped noticing. I'll be direct with you, and I'll move at a pace that respects how much courage it takes just to show up.

My aim is practical: to help you use what's genuinely yours to meet life's challenges with more resilience and a clearer sense of purpose. Growth and self-discovery aren't tidy, and I'd consider it a privilege to walk that road alongside you.

Bring whatever's been sitting with you to a first visit, and we'll begin making sense of it together.

As a therapist, I work mostly with adults who are working through depression, anxiety, or a life transition that has left them feeling unsteady. Some people come to me after a big change they didn't choose; others are simply tired of running the same patterns and want to understand what keeps pulling them back. My background is in mental health counseling, and I've spent most of my career in outpatient settings, which is where I've learned that steady, honest conversation tends to do the real work.

I put a lot of weight on open communication. Early on, I want to understand your history and what you're actually hoping to change, so we can set clear goals rather than talking in circles. I also ask about any therapy you've tried before, because knowing what did and didn't help me shortens the road considerably. In session, I lean on cognitive behavioral therapy to build practical coping skills, but I care just as much about the insight underneath, the moments where something finally clicks and makes sense. Expect me to be collaborative and direct, and to check in on whether the plan we've built still fits where you are.

I think of this as a partnership that asks for some courage and rewards persistence. If you're ready to look honestly at what's in the way, we can start with a straightforward conversation and shape the plan from there.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor with a particular focus on adults, including older adults, living with serious and persistent mental illness and struggles with addiction. Over the past seven years, I've worked across a wide range of settings, from mental health clinics and substance use and addictions programs to correctional facilities, where I helped establish a Medication Assisted Treatment program for a New York State county jail. I've also spent time working with people whose gambling has taken over more of their lives than they intended.

My approach is eclectic because people are. Depending on what you're facing, I draw on DBT, CBT, solution-focused and narrative work, feminist therapy, and person-centered therapy. I'm less interested in slotting you into a method than in understanding the more complex factors feeding your distressing symptoms, while keeping an eye on the resilience I've watched people draw on again and again. A good deal of the work, as I see it, is helping you advocate for and empower yourself. In session, that means I'll ask about the parts of your story that get overlooked, and I'll follow your lead on what needs attention first.

Whatever you've been reluctant to say out loud, there's room for it here. If any area of your life feels off-limits to talk about, that's usually a good place for us to begin, and we can take it from there together.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor with a particular focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, and the stressor-related struggles that build up over time. Over the past several years, much of my work has been with people from minority communities, from children and teens to adults, and I've been especially drawn to the place where psychology and criminal justice intersect. That intersection shaped how I studied and how I practice; it taught me not to look at a person's difficulties in isolation, but to consider the systems and stories they've moved through.

I don't think any two therapeutic relationships look alike, so I don't try to fit people into one method. My approach is eclectic, grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and psychodynamic work, and I adjust it to what an individual actually needs rather than the other way around. The relationship between us matters to me more than any single technique, and early sessions are usually about getting a genuine sense of who you are and what brought you in, without rushing to conclusions. I want you to feel comfortable enough to be honest, because that's where the real work begins.

Reaching out for help takes something, and if you've read this far, you've already taken a real step. When you're ready to talk, I'll be here to listen and figure out the next one with you.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor with three years of experience treating mood disorders and the chronic challenges that come with health problems and physical ailments, the kind that can make ordinary days harder to get through. Over that time I've worked with people across a wide range of ages and backgrounds, from children and adolescents to adults and older adults, each living with their own mix of concerns.

My approach is eclectic, but it's grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy and rational-emotive behavioral therapy. I put real effort into matching the method to the person in front of me rather than fitting everyone into the same mold, so the work we do reflects your particular struggles. Alongside those structured approaches, I bring in mindfulness that grew out of my own practice with yoga and meditation. In an early session, expect me to spend time understanding what's actually weighing on you before we settle on anything; I'd rather ask questions and get the shape of it right than rush toward a plan that doesn't fit.

My training has also taken me beyond one place. I studied in Albany and Oswego, New York, and completed an internship in London, and I keep learning through travel and the perspectives it opens up.

Bring what's been sitting on your mind to a first visit, and we'll begin sorting through it together.

I've spent years as a therapist treating adults and adolescents through depression, anxiety, trauma, and the family strains that tend to come with them. My background is largely in community and outpatient mental health, which has given me a steady footing with people at very different points in their lives, from teenagers sorting out who they are to adults facing a transition they didn't choose. Life changes, whether expected or not, often bring people to my door, and I'm comfortable sitting with the whole tangle of it.

I lean on cognitive behavioral therapy, active listening, and plain empathy, but the method matters less than the working relationship we build. In a first session, I'll ask what brought you in, walk through your history at a pace that feels manageable, and get a clear sense of what you actually want out of this. From there we sort out the specific challenges and start putting practical coping strategies in place. I don't hand people a generic plan; we shape one together around your priorities and the outcomes that matter to you, and we adjust it as things shift.

My aim is to help you make real, positive change, not just talk about it. There's no rush to any of this. When you feel ready to begin, I'll be here to start the conversation.

I'm a therapist who has spent years working across schools and clinical settings, sitting with people of all ages as they work through depression, anxiety, mood struggles, shaky self-esteem, and the big life changes that tend to knock things sideways. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor in New York, I've learned that no two people arrive with the same story, so I don't hand out the same playbook to everyone.

What draws me to this work is helping people feel more capable in their own lives. I take an empowerment-driven, whole-person view, which means I'm paying attention to more than the symptom that brought you in. Depending on what's useful for you, I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused work, and person-centered approaches. Early on, expect me to ask a lot of questions and listen closely; I want to understand what you're actually dealing with before we decide where to put our energy. I'll be honest with you about what I'm noticing, and I'll check that any direction we take is one you feel good about.

Some weeks the focus is on getting through something specific and immediate. Other weeks it's slower, more about untangling patterns that have been around a while. Both count as progress.

If you're ready to start, the beginning is simply a conversation, and we'll shape the rest of the work together from there.

Amanda Favretto is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who holds certificates as a Nationally Certified Counselor as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Working with military service members and faith-based counseling are two of Amanda's passions. Amanda has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings with individuals struggling with concerns such as low-self esteem, adjustment, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship and communication issues, utilizing such treatment modalities as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, as well as others. Amanda believes in the importance of meeting each individual where they are at, focusing on all aspects of a person: heart, mind, body, and spirit. It has been Amanda's experience that focusing on each layer leads to long-lasting, deeper healing and growth. Believing that each person has it in them to heal and grow, Amanda considers it a unique privilege to assist people on that journey. At each individual's pace, striving to promote a comfortable environment, Amanda will gently encourage deeper self-reflection, mindfulness, challenging oneself, and skill-building. She would like you to feel free to reach out to set up an appointment and answer any questions you may have.

I trained as a therapist, and I mostly work with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, and the kinds of life transitions that quietly take over daily life: starting or changing schools, shifting jobs, moving, managing a medical issue, or feeling stuck in a relationship or a work situation that isn't fitting anymore. Over roughly a decade in mental and behavioral health, I've also spent a lot of time with clients whose struggles rarely arrive one at a time, like anxiety and depression together, or substance use tangled up with unstable housing.

I don't come in with a single method for everyone. I pull from Solution Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and I'm also trained in EMDR, choosing the pieces that actually fit the person in front of me. Some people want to talk something through; others want to problem solve toward a concrete goal. Early on, I'll ask what you're hoping treatment does for you, and we'll build the plan from there rather than fitting you into a template. I tend to be practical and direct, and I keep the pace where it works for you.

I stay curious about this work and keep taking trainings and certifications that genuinely interest me, because I think that curiosity shows up in the room. Reach out when you're ready to start exploring your goals together.

Most of my work as a therapist is with adults and older adults, and over seven years I've spent a lot of time with people managing anxiety, depression, and the strain that shows up in families and close relationships. I started out in a high-risk community clinic in New York, doing family therapy and coordinating care with outside agencies, and later moved into outpatient hospital settings where I did intake, diagnosis, and individual work with everyone from adolescents to late adults. That range taught me to slow down and figure out what's actually in front of me before I reach for a method.

I pull from a few directions depending on the person. Some sessions lean psychodynamic, tracing where a pattern comes from; others lean more practical, using CBT or DBT skills, with light supportive work threaded through. What stays constant is that I keep it person-centered, so the pace and the focus follow you, not a protocol. Early on, expect me to ask a fair amount of questions and listen closely to how you describe things in your own words. I speak both English and Spanish, so you're welcome to work in whichever feels more natural.

I keep learning new evidence-based approaches because I want the work to actually help, not just sound thorough.

Reading through bios and picturing yourself in a session takes some nerve. If you've gotten this far, you've already started, and I'd be glad to take the next part with you.