Kara Burdelski, LPC

Ashley Peugh is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervision Designation (LISW-S) with over six years of clinical experience. She holds a Doctor of Human Services (DHS), Master of Social Work (MSW), Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA), and Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT) credentials. Ashley has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in community mental health and outpatient settings and specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, grief, self-esteem, anger management, and life transitions using evidence-based approaches.

Ashley provides a compassionate, supportive, and judgment-free environment where patients feel heard and respected. She believes therapy is collaborative, tailoring treatment goals to each person's needs and strengths while fostering trust through honesty and open communication. She emphasizes practical coping skills, resilience, confidence, and steady progress at a comfortable pace.

Ashley begins by learning each patient's history, concerns, strengths, and goals before completing a comprehensive assessment to create an individualized treatment plan. She collaborates with patients to set measurable goals, uses evidence-based techniques, provides psychoeducation and coping strategies, and welcomes ongoing feedback to keep treatment aligned with each patient's evolving needs.

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

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

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

Michelle Walker, LPC, has experience practicing in both outpatient and inpatient settings, working with adults ages 18–99. She earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairfield University, where she also completed her undergraduate degree in English. Michelle completed her internship at Sacred Heart University and trained in various Connecticut outpatient clinics. She has worked in-person at Shoreline Wellness Center and remotely with AbleTo and Optum Behavioral Health.

Michelle Walker creates a supportive, nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard and understood. She is committed to listening and helping in any way she can, focusing on practical coping strategies and new perspectives. Her goal is to help patients improve their mood, build resilience, and enhance overall quality of life.

Michelle begins with a comprehensive intake to understand each patient’s history, concerns, and goals. From there, she collaborates with patients to identify priorities and develop realistic, personalized steps toward progress. Whether goals are large or small, she works alongside patients to reduce symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and stress.

Maria Pisani is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MHSP) with experience in both mental health and substance use treatment settings. She earned her Master’s degree in Counseling and Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from St. John’s University. Maria is also a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) and Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS), with experience in outpatient counseling, assessments, treatment planning, and clinical supervision. She has worked with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger, stress, and substance use disorders.

Maria provides a supportive, confidential, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe exploring their challenges. She works collaboratively to help individuals better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while using a compassionate, practical approach tailored to each person’s needs. She incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and motivational techniques when appropriate and believes in meeting clients where they are in their personal journey.

Maria begins by learning about each client’s concerns, personal history, and goals. She develops individualized treatment plans designed to address each person’s unique needs while helping clients build coping skills, emotional awareness, and healthier thought patterns. Through supportive, goal-oriented sessions, she encourages progress and personal growth while adapting treatment approaches as clients’ needs evolve over time.

Shikeena Lynard-Greene, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families through individual, family, group, and telehealth counseling. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Montclair State University and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of the Cumberlands. Her clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, grief, low self-esteem, relationship stress, emotional regulation, and life transitions.

Shikeena Lynard-Greene strives to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered. Her approach is collaborative, compassionate, and direct when helpful. Patients can expect her to be warm, engaged, and goal-oriented while honoring each person’s pace and unique experiences.

Shikeena Lynard-Greene begins by learning about each patient’s history, concerns, strengths, relationships, stressors, and goals. Early sessions focus on building rapport and identifying what the patient hopes to gain from therapy. She then develops an individualized treatment plan using reflection, skill-building, psychoeducation, and practical strategies, while reviewing progress and adjusting goals throughout treatment.

Vanessa Batiste-Leal, LPCC, has been a practicing mental health professional since 2015, specializing in individual outpatient care and counseling athletes at all levels. She supports student-athletes, professionals, and high performers in balancing mind, body, and performance. Vanessa earned her master’s degree from LSU Health Science Center–New Orleans and her BA from the University of Louisiana–Monroe, where she was a Division I basketball scholarship athlete and former Louisiana High School State All-American.

Vanessa Batiste-Leal takes a goal-oriented, supportive approach focused on building a strong mindset for peak performance in sports and life. She works collaboratively with patients to develop practical strategies that enhance resilience and confidence. Common areas of focus include anxiety, depression, motivation, injury recovery, focus, mindfulness, emotional health, and goal setting.

Vanessa begins with an informal, conversational biopsychosocial assessment to understand the whole person beyond a diagnosis. She uses an educational, strength-based approach to help patients build insight, mental strength, and emotional regulation skills that support lasting growth and performance.

William Roberts-Feathers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who provides therapy to adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, stress, relationship concerns, and life transitions. He has experience in telehealth and outpatient mental health settings and uses evidence-based approaches including CBT, ERP, ACT, and person-centered therapy. William is passionate about helping individuals better understand themselves, build coping skills, and create meaningful change in a supportive, inclusive environment.

William creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard, respected, and supported. He values collaboration and believes therapy works best when goals are developed together. William approaches treatment with compassion, authenticity, and curiosity while offering practical tools to help patients manage anxiety, stress, uncertainty, and difficult emotions. He also understands that starting therapy can feel intimidating and works to make the process approachable and comfortable.

William begins by learning about each patient’s background, concerns, strengths, and goals during the initial sessions. He works collaboratively to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each person’s needs and adapts evidence-based interventions to fit their unique experiences. William focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, empathy, and consistency while supporting gradual, meaningful progress.

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 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 therapist, and most of what I see are adults and older adults working through the concerns that shape their daily lives. Over the years I've practiced across psychiatric facilities, residential programs, outpatient clinics, private practice, and educational settings, and I've collaborated with providers all over the community. That range taught me to pay attention to people whose needs don't fit neatly into a single box.

I try to look at the whole person rather than a symptom or a diagnosis. How you're feeling emotionally and mentally is tied up with your physical health, your relationships, and the environment you live in, and I keep all of that in view. Depending on what you're working toward, I draw on approaches like CBT, solution-focused and humanistic work, existential therapy, and EMDR, matching the method to the person rather than the other way around.

My pace is calm and unhurried, and I follow your lead instead of pushing. Early on, I'm mostly focused on building trust and getting a real understanding of what's affecting you before we go anywhere. I stay authentic and open, and I'd rather be honest with you than tell you what's easy to hear. My hope is that you leave with a bit more insight and a clearer sense of where you're headed.

Bring whatever's on your mind to a first visit, and we'll work through it side by side.

I'm a therapist, and most of what I see is adults trying to stay afloat in a world that never stops pinging at them: ADHD that makes focus feel like a moving target, anxiety that hums under everything, and the particular flavor of burnout that comes from being always reachable and never quite caught up. I started practicing in 2011, and I've worked across private practice, residential, county, and school settings, both as a therapist and a supervisor, which has taught me that no two people arrive at the same fork in the road for the same reasons.

I practice from a feminist, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent-affirming lens, and I lean toward collaboration over prescription. Early on, I want to understand your strengths as much as your struggles, past and present, and then figure out with you what a more balanced life would actually look like. In practice, that means we'll pull from mind-body, cognitive-behavioral, and attachment-based approaches depending on what fits you, and we'll build routines and skills that hold up outside the room. When it helps, I'll coordinate with your psychiatrist so the plan stays coherent rather than scattered.

My pace is steady and my questions are direct, but the shape of the work is always yours to steer. If the constant noise of modern life has left you frayed and looking for something more grounded, let's talk about where to start.

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

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

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

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

Ashley Peugh is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervision Designation (LISW-S) with over six years of clinical experience. She holds a Doctor of Human Services (DHS), Master of Social Work (MSW), Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA), and Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT) credentials. Ashley has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in community mental health and outpatient settings and specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, grief, self-esteem, anger management, and life transitions using evidence-based approaches.

Ashley provides a compassionate, supportive, and judgment-free environment where patients feel heard and respected. She believes therapy is collaborative, tailoring treatment goals to each person's needs and strengths while fostering trust through honesty and open communication. She emphasizes practical coping skills, resilience, confidence, and steady progress at a comfortable pace.

Ashley begins by learning each patient's history, concerns, strengths, and goals before completing a comprehensive assessment to create an individualized treatment plan. She collaborates with patients to set measurable goals, uses evidence-based techniques, provides psychoeducation and coping strategies, and welcomes ongoing feedback to keep treatment aligned with each patient's evolving needs.

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

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

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

Michelle Walker, LPC, has experience practicing in both outpatient and inpatient settings, working with adults ages 18–99. She earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairfield University, where she also completed her undergraduate degree in English. Michelle completed her internship at Sacred Heart University and trained in various Connecticut outpatient clinics. She has worked in-person at Shoreline Wellness Center and remotely with AbleTo and Optum Behavioral Health.

Michelle Walker creates a supportive, nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard and understood. She is committed to listening and helping in any way she can, focusing on practical coping strategies and new perspectives. Her goal is to help patients improve their mood, build resilience, and enhance overall quality of life.

Michelle begins with a comprehensive intake to understand each patient’s history, concerns, and goals. From there, she collaborates with patients to identify priorities and develop realistic, personalized steps toward progress. Whether goals are large or small, she works alongside patients to reduce symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and stress.

Maria Pisani is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MHSP) with experience in both mental health and substance use treatment settings. She earned her Master’s degree in Counseling and Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from St. John’s University. Maria is also a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) and Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS), with experience in outpatient counseling, assessments, treatment planning, and clinical supervision. She has worked with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, anger, stress, and substance use disorders.

Maria provides a supportive, confidential, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe exploring their challenges. She works collaboratively to help individuals better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while using a compassionate, practical approach tailored to each person’s needs. She incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and motivational techniques when appropriate and believes in meeting clients where they are in their personal journey.

Maria begins by learning about each client’s concerns, personal history, and goals. She develops individualized treatment plans designed to address each person’s unique needs while helping clients build coping skills, emotional awareness, and healthier thought patterns. Through supportive, goal-oriented sessions, she encourages progress and personal growth while adapting treatment approaches as clients’ needs evolve over time.

Shikeena Lynard-Greene, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families through individual, family, group, and telehealth counseling. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Montclair State University and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of the Cumberlands. Her clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, grief, low self-esteem, relationship stress, emotional regulation, and life transitions.

Shikeena Lynard-Greene strives to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered. Her approach is collaborative, compassionate, and direct when helpful. Patients can expect her to be warm, engaged, and goal-oriented while honoring each person’s pace and unique experiences.

Shikeena Lynard-Greene begins by learning about each patient’s history, concerns, strengths, relationships, stressors, and goals. Early sessions focus on building rapport and identifying what the patient hopes to gain from therapy. She then develops an individualized treatment plan using reflection, skill-building, psychoeducation, and practical strategies, while reviewing progress and adjusting goals throughout treatment.

Vanessa Batiste-Leal, LPCC, has been a practicing mental health professional since 2015, specializing in individual outpatient care and counseling athletes at all levels. She supports student-athletes, professionals, and high performers in balancing mind, body, and performance. Vanessa earned her master’s degree from LSU Health Science Center–New Orleans and her BA from the University of Louisiana–Monroe, where she was a Division I basketball scholarship athlete and former Louisiana High School State All-American.

Vanessa Batiste-Leal takes a goal-oriented, supportive approach focused on building a strong mindset for peak performance in sports and life. She works collaboratively with patients to develop practical strategies that enhance resilience and confidence. Common areas of focus include anxiety, depression, motivation, injury recovery, focus, mindfulness, emotional health, and goal setting.

Vanessa begins with an informal, conversational biopsychosocial assessment to understand the whole person beyond a diagnosis. She uses an educational, strength-based approach to help patients build insight, mental strength, and emotional regulation skills that support lasting growth and performance.

William Roberts-Feathers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who provides therapy to adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, stress, relationship concerns, and life transitions. He has experience in telehealth and outpatient mental health settings and uses evidence-based approaches including CBT, ERP, ACT, and person-centered therapy. William is passionate about helping individuals better understand themselves, build coping skills, and create meaningful change in a supportive, inclusive environment.

William creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard, respected, and supported. He values collaboration and believes therapy works best when goals are developed together. William approaches treatment with compassion, authenticity, and curiosity while offering practical tools to help patients manage anxiety, stress, uncertainty, and difficult emotions. He also understands that starting therapy can feel intimidating and works to make the process approachable and comfortable.

William begins by learning about each patient’s background, concerns, strengths, and goals during the initial sessions. He works collaboratively to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each person’s needs and adapts evidence-based interventions to fit their unique experiences. William focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, empathy, and consistency while supporting gradual, meaningful progress.

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.

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.

Nora Bice is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who began providing therapy in 2011. She has worked in private practice, residential, county, and school settings as both a therapist and supervisor. Nora earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and specializes in helping adults navigate ADHD, anxiety, and burnout in today’s fast-paced, digitally overloaded world.

Nora Bice values a collaborative, person-centered approach to care. She practices from a feminist, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent-affirming lens, creating a supportive and inclusive environment. She integrates mind-body, cognitive-behavioral, and attachment-based techniques tailored to each client’s needs, helping individuals build insight, establish routines, and develop skills for a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Nora begins by exploring clients’ strengths and challenges, both past and present, while identifying meaningful goals for the future. She collaborates with clients—and when appropriate, psychiatrists—to develop individualized treatment plans that reflect each person’s unique priorities and support lasting growth.

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.

I'm a therapist, and most of what I see is adults who are trying to work through something difficult and want a partner who takes their particular situation seriously. I've spent 13 years in telehealth practice, along with a background in outpatient care, and one thing hasn't changed in that time: the relationship between us matters more than any single technique I bring to the table. Real progress tends to start there.

I begin with an honest, open conversation, less an intake checklist than a chance to understand what's actually going on for you and what you'd like to be different. From there we build an individualized plan and figure out which skills are worth focusing on first. I lean on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but I adjust it to fit you rather than fitting you into it. My work is practical and collaborative. I'm interested in helping you develop the tools to make changes that hold up after our sessions end, not just while you're in them.

Pace is something we set together. Some people want to move quickly toward specific skills; others need time to build trust before the harder work feels possible. Either way is fine with me.

If you've been thinking about starting therapy and want someone who'll take the time to understand where you're coming from, bring what's on your mind to a first visit and we'll begin sorting through it together.

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

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

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

I'm a therapist, and I've worked across a wide range of mental health concerns in both inpatient and outpatient settings. That means I've sat with people in some of their most acute moments and also walked alongside them through the slower, less dramatic work of building a life that feels more like their own. I see adults and older adults, and I don't come in assuming I already know what your struggle is about.

I start from a fairly simple conviction: that every person carries a real desire and a real capacity to grow. My job isn't to hand you a fix. It's to partner with you, so that together we can trace where the distress is coming from and find solutions that actually mean something to you. I draw from a broad range of therapeutic approaches rather than forcing everyone into one method, because what helps one person land nowhere for the next.

In a first session, expect me to do a lot of listening and honest asking. I want you to feel heard and respected, not managed. From there we move at a pace that fits you, and I'll be straightforward with you about what I'm noticing along the way.

Reaching out for help takes something, and choosing to read this far is already part of that. When you're ready to start that conversation, I'll be here to begin it with you.

I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist with eight years of experience across outpatient and in-home settings, and I offer trauma-focused, culturally competent care for anxiety, depression, mood disorders, autism spectrum concerns, and the questions that come up around LGBTQ+ identity. I see children, adults, couples, and families, and I tend to look at whatever you're bringing in through the lens of relationships and family systems, because so much of what we struggle with lives in the space between us and the people we're closest to.

Every session I run is shaped around the person in front of me rather than a fixed script. I draw on systemic, client-centered, and cognitive behavioral approaches, but the through-line is that we work together and you set the priorities. Our first meeting is an intake session: a psychosocial assessment where we talk through your history and what you're hoping to change. After that, I like to start sessions with an open-ended prompt so you can steer us toward what actually matters to you that day. From there we build a treatment plan collaboratively and keep adjusting it as we go, checking in on whether it still fits.

My hope is that, over time, you find new perspectives, reach the goals you came in with, and feel more grounded in your own life. There's no rush to figure it all out at once. Reach out whenever the timing feels right for you.

I'm a therapist with over seven years of experience treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and the fallout of stressful life events, along with the struggles many people have around communication and self-expression. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Registered Play Therapist, and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I've worked across community mental health, non-profit settings, and private practice, which has shown me how differently the same challenge can look from one person to the next. A lot of the adults and older adults I see feel unheard, or unsure how to put words to what they're carrying, and I take real care to help them feel understood.

I draw on cognitive behavioral and attachment-based approaches within a person-centered framework, adjusting my methods to fit the individual rather than the other way around. I like to send you off with practical tools you can actually use in daily life, not just insights that stay in the room. Our first session is where I learn your history, your concerns, and your goals; by the second, we've shaped a treatment plan that reflects what you're working toward. From there, I keep the space open and respectful, so you can express yourself freely and explore what you need without judgment.

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

I'm a therapist with over a decade of experience, and much of my focus is on women navigating the perinatal and postpartum period, especially when the transition into parenthood brings postpartum anxiety and depression, infertility, or the grief that follows pregnancy loss. I've completed extensive training through Postpartum Support International, and this work sits close to the center of what I do. I also spend time with adults working through personality patterns that strain their relationships, self-harm, and substance use.

My work has taken me through community mental health, crisis settings, inpatient and outpatient care, and private practice, and each of those places shaped how I sit with people. I'm collaborative and open-minded, and I try to stay attentive to the culture and context you bring into the room. In a first session, I ask questions and listen, and we start to name what's actually happening rather than rushing toward a fix. I draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and mindfulness-based work, but I fit the approach to you, not the other way around. Building healthy, workable coping strategies is often where we begin, and I want the choices along the way to feel like yours.

As someone who understands the weight parents and caregivers carry, I don't take this journey lightly. Bring what's been sitting on your mind to a first visit, and we'll begin working through it together.

I'm a therapist, and over the past 25 years I've worked with adolescents and adults navigating trauma, mood and anxiety concerns, hard life transitions, and the kind of complicated stress that piles up faster than you can sort through it. My background spans outpatient, residential, and integrated care, along with clinical supervision and behavioral health leadership, so I've seen how many different shapes distress can take and how differently people need to be met in it.

I tend to be calm, steady, and pretty relatable, and I'm not afraid to let a little humor into the room when it fits. Early on, my focus is on building a real working relationship: getting to know your history, what's bringing you in, and what you actually want out of this. From there I put together a plan that reflects your values rather than a generic protocol. My approach is trauma-informed and grounded in evidence, and I lean on insight, emotional safety, and practical tools you can use between sessions. I check in often and adjust as we go, because what helps in month one isn't always what helps in month six. Honesty and transparency matter to me; I'd rather we name what's working and what isn't than pretend a plan is fine when it isn't.

Curious whether the two of us would be a good fit? That's exactly what a first conversation is for.

As a therapist, I work mostly with people navigating eating disorders, along with adolescents, adults, and older adults who want a place to think out loud about what's going on. Much of my clinical grounding comes from over four years spent treating eating disorders in a hospital setting, where I learned how much steadier recovery feels when someone actually feels heard rather than managed.

My style tends to be warm, personable, and conversational, closer to talking with a trusted friend than sitting across from a clinician taking notes. I'll validate what you're feeling, but I'm also going to gently encourage the kind of growth and self-discovery that moves things forward. I draw on evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and I'm certified in Level 1 Gottman Method for the relationship work that sometimes comes up.

Our first sessions are mostly about getting the full picture: your background, what's brought you here, and what you actually want out of therapy. From there we build a plan together, one shaped around your specific situation rather than a template, so the work supports change that lasts instead of a quick patch.

If your relationship with food, your body, or the pressure you carry has started running the show, I'd like to help you take some of that weight back. Reach out when you're ready and we'll figure out the next step together.

I'm a therapist and board-certified dance/movement therapist who focuses on the connection between mind and body, and I've spent more than fifteen years working with adolescents and adults across a wide range of backgrounds and mental health needs. My work is humanistic and trauma-informed, which means I'm less interested in a checklist of symptoms than in the person sitting across from me and the story their experiences tell.

My training as a dance/movement therapist shapes how I practice. I encourage people to use their voice both verbally and non-verbally, because self-expression takes many forms, and I've found it helps people build and keep a positive sense of self. I draw on dance/movement therapy principles alongside evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques, adapting to what a particular person actually responds to. In sessions I tend to notice what's happening in the body, not only in the words, and I'll gently name what I see.

I believe in the power of relationship, to yourself and to others. With people who are motivated to look honestly at their own patterns, I'll help you challenge beliefs that no longer serve you, practice healthy risk-taking, and set boundaries that hold up with yourself and the people around you. I set my pace by where you are.

Curious whether this way of working fits what you're looking for? That's exactly what a first visit is for.

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

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

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

I'm a therapist who focuses on adults navigating the kind of stress, trauma, and life transitions that don't resolve on their own. Over the last 30 years, I've worked across a wide range of settings: hospital and health systems, emergency rooms and psychiatric screening centers, and school- and community-based outpatient programs. That range taught me how to sit with people in the middle of a crisis and how to walk alongside them through the slower work that comes afterward. Along the way I've supervised social work students and served as a clinical director in community mental health, but what I keep coming back to is the one-on-one work with the person in front of me.

My approach is trauma-informed and grounded in the belief that care should fit around your life, not the other way around. I draw on acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness within a wellness-based frame, and I lean on CBT tools where they help. Early sessions tend to be about getting the full picture, your history, what's weighing on you, and what you actually want to be different, so we can decide together where to put our energy. I'll be straightforward with you, and I'll expect us to make those decisions as partners.

If that fits what you're after, reach out and we'll start with a conversation and shape the plan from there.

I've spent years as a therapist treating adults, adolescents, and older adults who are trying to get some steadiness back in how they handle their emotions. Many of the people I see feel like their reactions are running ahead of them, and they want practical skills to slow that down and respond with more confidence. My work is grounded in trauma-informed principles, which for me is less a slogan than a way of pacing things: I don't push people past what they're ready to look at, and I pay attention to what makes someone feel safe enough to keep going.

My training runs through CBT, DBT, and Trauma-Focused CBT, so a lot of what we do is concrete. You can expect us to name what's actually happening in a hard moment and then build out real tools for it, especially around emotion regulation. I also lean on mindfulness to help people notice and accept what's going on internally before deciding what to do about it. Early sessions tend to be a mix of me getting the full picture and us mapping out where you want to head. I'll be honest with you about what I'm seeing, and I'll ask you to be honest back, because the plan only works if it's genuinely yours.

Before I came to this work, I spent six years at home raising my kids, which still shapes how I listen. The first step is a straightforward conversation, and we'll sort out the direction together from there.

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.

As a therapist, I work mostly with adults and older adults facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, grief, and the kind of adjustments that come when life changes faster than we're ready for. I trained as a clinical psychologist in my home country of Ecuador before earning my counseling degree here, and I've spent years in community mental health and private practice, including in-home and community-based work with children and their families. I see clients in both English and Spanish, and I know how much it can mean to talk through something difficult in the language you think and feel in.

I don't work from a single script. I pay attention to where a person is in their life and what their emotional, psychological, and social needs actually are in that moment, and I choose from there. Depending on what fits, that might mean cognitive behavioral work, motivational interviewing, a solution-focused or psychodynamic angle, or EMDR for trauma. I lean on mindfulness, grounding, and sensory motor techniques, and I stay trauma-informed and strengths-based throughout. Early sessions are mostly about understanding your story and what has and hasn't worked before, so we can decide on a direction together rather than my handing you one.

Deciding to talk to someone takes real effort, and noticing you might need support is its own kind of progress. If you're ready to take that next step, I'm here when you are.

I'm a therapist specializing in the kind of work that starts with attachment, self-worth, and the patterns in our closest relationships. A lot of what I do centers on people wrestling with trauma, ADHD, boundary issues, gender identity, depression, and anxiety, often folks who've carried it quietly for a long time. I'm an LGBTQIA+ affirming, gender-affirming, BIPOC therapist, and I've worked with clients from a wide range of backgrounds, populations, and identities, including many who've lived through different kinds of trauma.

My training runs through DBT, CPT, CBT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and psychodynamic and solution-focused work, and I'm certified in dialectical behavioral therapy and trauma-focused CBT. But the approach matters less than the fit. I tend to be conversational and direct, non-judgmental about whatever you bring into the room. I'll tell you honestly what I'm seeing, and I'll ask you to do the same. Sessions with me feel less like an interview and more like a real back-and-forth, where we name what's actually going on and figure out where to put your energy.

I've practiced across outpatient mental health, non-profits, private practice, and with the military, so I've sat with people in a lot of different seasons of life. Whatever's been sitting on your mind lately, bring it to a first visit and we'll start sorting through it together.

As a therapist, I work mostly with adults, including older adults, who are living with mental health challenges and, often, addiction or co-occurring concerns alongside them. Over 25 years of counseling, I've found that most people already carry more inner strength than they give themselves credit for. A lot of my work is simply helping them recognize it and put it to use.

My background spans residential settings, where I supervised care for people managing both mental health and substance use, and telehealth work with a private psychiatric practice. As a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor and a Co-Occurring Disorder Diplomate, I'm comfortable when the picture is complicated, and having worked closely with psychiatrists over the years, I'm familiar with most medications in current use as one part of a plan.

I lean on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and I tailor the work to the person rather than the diagnosis. I'll ask you to take an active role at every step, because the changes that stick are the ones you choose. Early sessions are mostly about getting the full story and figuring out what open, honest conversation looks like for you. Some people speak freely right away; others take time, and that's fine.

Reaching out for help takes real nerve. If you've gotten this far, you've already done the hardest part, and I'd be honored to take the next steps with you.

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.

As a licensed marriage and family therapist with more than a decade of practice, I work mostly with people carrying relationship strain, family conflict, and the kind of trauma that reaches into how someone connects with the people closest to them. I especially care about clients from underserved backgrounds facing hard life circumstances, including racial and cultural trauma, substance use, and the questions that come up around career and educational direction. Many of the people I meet have been managing a lot on their own for a long time.

I try to look at the whole person, not just the presenting problem. That means paying attention to the emotional, physical, psychological, social, and spiritual sides of what you're living through, because they rarely stay in separate boxes. In our first meeting, expect me to ask questions and listen closely, and to be honest with you about what I'm hearing. I'll build the plan around your specific situation rather than fitting you into a standard one, and I'll adjust the pace as we go. Nothing you say here needs to be edited first.

It takes real courage to reach for a more fulfilling life and to take the first steps toward change. My role is to support and encourage you through that, not to hurry it. There's no rush. When you feel ready to begin, I'll be here.

I'm a licensed professional counselor with a particular focus on talk therapy across the lifespan, and after more than 24 years in this field I've worked with just about every age, from children as young as five to older adults. That range matters to me. A parent bringing in a struggling nine-year-old, a teenager who feels misunderstood, an adult sorting through years of accumulated stress, a grandparent facing later-life changes: each one asks something a little different of me, and I've built my practice around being able to meet those differences.

I draw on a number of approaches depending on who's in front of me, including CBT, DBT, EMDR, and motivational interviewing, and I'm certified to do this work over telehealth, which I've come to trust as a genuine way to connect rather than a compromise. I tend to be practical and direct. Early sessions are mostly me getting to know how you think and what you actually want to change, not a checklist of symptoms. I'll ask questions, and I'll tell you honestly what I'm noticing.

My background runs from crisis work and family therapy at a children's center to private practice, so I'm comfortable with complicated situations and with people who've been told their case is complicated. Send a message when you're ready to get started.

I'm a licensed professional counselor with a particular focus on people navigating anxiety, depression, mood instability, and the kind of adjustment struggles that surface when life shifts in ways you didn't choose. Over the years I've worked across a wide range of settings, from outpatient and in-home care to partial hospitalization and residential treatment, which means I've sat with clients at nearly every level of intensity. I have a real interest in young adults sorting through co-occurring challenges, and I've spent time working with complex trauma and substance use as well.

My approach is integrative and client-centered, and it's grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a model I lean on because it adapts to whatever a person is actually facing rather than forcing them into a single framework. Depending on what fits, I draw on mindfulness, dialectical and acceptance-based work, psychoeducation, and trauma-informed care. In practice, our early sessions are less about me steering and more about understanding what matters to you and what's gotten in the way of it. I take the relationship itself seriously; feeling heard and validated isn't a nicety, it's where the work starts.

I tend to move at a pace that respects where you are rather than where a treatment plan says you should be. There's no rush to figure it all out at once. Reach out when the timing feels right for you, and we'll begin from there.

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.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 20 years of counseling experience, working with adults and older adults through depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, and the particular challenges that come with health and medical struggles. Much of my early work put me alongside people in the middle of crisis: 9/11 displaced and recovery workers, including police, firefighters, and EMTs; families after Hurricane Katrina and Superstorm Sandy; bereaved military families; and homeless veterans and other homeless men. I've worked in inpatient, outpatient, intensive outpatient, and partial care settings, answered the National Suicide Prevention line, and run my own private practice, so very little in a person's story surprises me.

My first goal is honest, practical, and unglamorous: to build a trusting relationship, then figure out together where you are, where you'd like to be, and the steps that will actually get you there. I lean on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology, but the real work is naming the obstacles in your way and deciding how to move past them. Expect our first session to be a real conversation, room to put your thoughts and feelings into words while we set goals that are realistic enough to keep.

Reaching out for help takes something, and I don't take that lightly. If you've read this far, you've already started. I'm here when you're ready to keep going.

Most of my work as a therapist, over 13 years now, is with adults and older adults who are working through substance use and recovery, along with the depression, anxiety, grief, and unexpected life changes that so often travel alongside it. Before my current work, I spent a decade in an inpatient co-occurring disorders facility, providing direct care and clinical leadership, and that experience still shapes how I sit with someone who feels like recovery is a moving target rather than a finish line.

My approach is eclectic, grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-informed care, and I'll fold in 12-step programming when it fits the person in front of me. A lot of what we do together is examining the thoughts, beliefs, and values that quietly steer your reactions, then challenging the negative ones that get in the way of any real joy in a given day. Early sessions tend to be exploratory: we look at past and current experiences, notice where the distress is coming from, and start building coping skills and healthier thought patterns you can actually use. I try to work in a person-centered, strengths-based way, and I especially value being an affirming presence for clients in the LGBTQIA+ community.

Bring whatever's been wearing on you to a first visit, and we'll start making sense of it side by side.

I'm a licensed professional counselor, and most of what I see is people trying to make sense of what's going on for them, whether that's anxiety, low mood, the weight of past trauma, or simply feeling stuck. Over 18 years across homes, communities, schools, and offices, I've worked as a case manager, a family therapist, and an outpatient therapist, with people from a wide range of cultural and economic backgrounds. I especially enjoy working with families, adolescents, and young adults, and I connect closely with neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ folks.

My core belief is that people are doing the best they can with what they know. Given supportive listening, care, and a little education, most of us can grow and move toward what we're after. In practice, that means a session with me tends to feel like a real conversation: I listen closely, I explain what I'm noticing, and we figure out the next step together rather than my handing you a plan. I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, internal family systems, and mindfulness depending on what fits, and I'm certified in trauma-focused CBT for those who need it.

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

I'm a therapist with a particular focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and the messy in-between moments that come with a major life transition. I've worked across outpatient, telehealth, and managed care settings, and much of what I do comes down to helping people make sense of the thoughts, emotions, and patterns that keep showing up, then building practical tools to actually work with them.

The way I work is integrative and person-centered, which really just means I don't hand everyone the same plan. Depending on what you need, that might look like CBT or DBT, motivational interviewing, solution-focused or interpersonal work, or mindfulness-based techniques, shaped around your goals, your strengths, and what you value. In a first session, expect me to listen closely and ask questions that help me understand where you're starting from before we decide where to go. I take seriously the job of walking alongside you through whatever you're facing, with compassion and respect, and I want you to feel heard rather than processed.

Healing and growth tend to happen at their own pace, and I'd rather move at yours than rush a timeline. If something in your life feels stuck, painful, or simply too heavy to sort out alone, bring it to a first visit and we'll start untangling it together.

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 therapist specializing in addictive disorders, ADHD, and the mood struggles that often travel alongside them: depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and the disorientation that comes with a big life transition. I've spent about ten years working in the addictions field and several more in mental health, most of that time with my local mental health authority, so I've sat with a wide range of people trying to sort out what's actually driving how they feel. I work with adults, including older adults, and I'm a steady ally to the LGBTQ and Latinx communities.

My approach is eclectic and client-centered, which mostly means I don't force one method onto everyone. Depending on what you need, I'll draw from motivational interviewing, CBT, solution-focused counseling, and DBT. I'll always make sure you understand your own treatment goals rather than nodding along to mine; we set the direction together, and I collaborate with you to find personalized solutions and, honestly, some meaning in the middle of whatever you're facing. Early sessions are less about labels and more about getting a clear picture of where you are and what you're hoping will change.

My aim is to help you find your footing and become your best self, at a pace that fits you. If any of that resonates, reach out and let's start with a conversation; we'll map out the next steps together from there.

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.

My work as a licensed clinical social worker centers on the ordinary and not-so-ordinary things that pull people off balance: anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma from childhood or adulthood, strained relationships, and the disorientation that comes with big life transitions, stress, and loss. Over four years in outpatient practice, I've sat with people across a wide range of ages and backgrounds, from younger adults sorting out who they're becoming to older adults facing changes in health, role, or the people around them.

I look at each person through a biopsychosocial lens, which is a way of saying I don't think any of us can be understood apart from our bodies, our histories, and the relationships we're living inside. My training is in cognitive-based therapies, including CBT and trauma-focused CBT, and I draw on ACT, DBT, and a strengths-based approach depending on what actually fits. Part of the early work is figuring out together which of those approaches suits you, because the same method rarely lands the same way for two people. Early sessions tend to be steady and curious; I'll ask questions, and I'll be honest with you about what I'm noticing.

Before any of that works, though, there has to be a relationship you can trust and speak freely inside. That's the piece I protect most.

Deciding to look for help takes something. If you've gotten this far, you've already done part of the hard part.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in depression, anxiety, and the mental health effects of domestic violence. I've spent more than fifteen years as an outpatient therapist, working across a range of settings and with a wide variety of people, and I've found that no two clients arrive needing exactly the same thing. Some of the adults and older adults I see are managing long-standing anxiety; others are working through a difficult relationship or a season that has left them depleted. What they share is a wish to feel steadier than they do right now.

My work is client-centered, which means I tailor each session to what you actually need rather than a fixed script. I draw on a foundation of cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapy, and I lean on those tools where they fit, not for their own sake. In a first session, expect me to spend most of our time getting a clear picture of what's been happening and what you'd like to be different. I also take self-care seriously as part of the process, not as an afterthought; the practical habits that help you outside our sessions matter as much as what we do inside them.

My pace tends to follow yours, and I'll be straightforward with you about what I'm noticing along the way. Not sure yet whether this is the right fit? That's exactly what a first conversation is for.

As a therapist with 24 years of practice, I work mostly with people navigating the ordinary but weighty stuff of a life: depression, anxiety, conflict in the relationships that matter most, and the transitions that leave you unsure of your footing. Over the years I've sat with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, in outpatient offices, inpatient units, and with people managing substance use alongside other concerns, and I've come away convinced that the relationship between a person and a skilled clinician is where much of the real change happens.

I tend to start not with a form or a diagnosis but with a conversation. I want to understand you biologically, psychologically, and socially, because a person doesn't come apart into neat categories. My approach is practical and integrative; I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, systems thinking, acceptance and commitment therapy, and a bit of positive psychology, but I fit those to you rather than the other way around. I work collaboratively, and when it helps, I'll coordinate with your medical providers so we're all pulling in the same direction.

What I hold onto, session to session, is a genuine belief that people are capable of making meaningful changes in their lives, and that your own experience and strengths are the raw material for that work.

If that fits what you're after, I'd be happy to talk.

I'm a therapist with a particular focus on the adults who come to me feeling stuck somewhere between anxiety, depression, grief, and the kind of life transitions that don't fit neatly into any one box. Over more than eight years I've worked across inpatient psychiatric hospitals, partial and intensive outpatient programs, community mental health, and telehealth, which means I've sat with people in crisis and people simply trying to make sense of what's next. I also see plenty of folks navigating trauma, bipolar disorder, anger, and the strain that shows up in their closest relationships.

I think of therapy as something we do together. My job is to help you find the root of what's going on, not just manage the surface of it, and then build a plan that actually fits your life. In a first session, I'll walk you through how teletherapy and confidentiality work, then spend most of our time getting to know your background and what you want out of this. From there we look honestly at what's hard right now, sketch out a vision for where you'd like to be, and start putting practical tools in place. I lean on CBT and ACT so you leave with something you can actually use between our conversations.

Reaching out for support takes nerve, and if you've read this far, you've already started. When you're ready, I'll be here to take the next step with you.

My work as a therapist centers on adults and older adults who are ready to look honestly at what's weighing on them and want a steady presence while they do it. Over the years I've worked across outpatient care, community mental health, crisis intervention, and behavioral health settings, and I hold a master's degree in clinical social work and addiction, so I'm comfortable sitting with a wide range of concerns rather than steering people toward one narrow lane.

What matters most to me is authenticity and a real connection. I want you to feel genuinely seen, not processed. I come to our conversations with curiosity, and I tend to ask questions until I understand not just the symptom but the life it's living inside. My care is rooted in trauma-focused work and attention to the whole person, so we'll talk about the mind and body together, along with the social pieces that shape how you're doing. Early on, expect less advice-giving and more of us getting our bearings, figuring out what's actually going on and what growth would look like for you. I'll be collaborative and paced to what you can take in, not what a treatment plan says you should.

Growth and healing tend to last longer when they're built on something solid rather than rushed. If you've been wanting a space where you can slow down and be honest with someone who's paying close attention, reach out and let's talk.

I'm a therapist with experience treating anxiety, ADHD, stress, trauma, family and relational difficulties, and school avoidance. Over the years I've worked in a wide range of settings, from schools and correctional facilities to substance use and outpatient programs and private practice, and that mix has given me a pretty grounded understanding of the complexities people face in their day to day lives. I see clients across the lifespan, from adolescents to adults to older adults, and I have a particular soft spot for the work I do with couples and families.

My approach draws on CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing, but I don't treat any of these as a formula. I'd rather figure out which pieces actually fit your situation and adjust from there. Early on, expect me to ask a lot of questions and listen closely, because I want to understand what's really getting in your way before we settle on a direction. I tend to be practical and collaborative, and I'll be straightforward with you about what I'm noticing.

Outside of my own clients, I supervise and mentor other social workers, nurse practitioners, and mental health professionals, which keeps me thinking hard about how good care actually gets done.

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

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'm a therapist who has spent years treating adults and older adults across just about every setting behavioral health has to offer: inpatient and outpatient, individuals and families, children and adults, direct care and program administration. Alongside that clinical work, I've taught university courses in psychology, sociology, and human services since 1999, most recently at Gannon and Penn State, and I tend to bring that same curiosity into the room.

My greatest area of interest centers on self-regulation, or how we manage our thoughts, feelings, emotions, and behaviors. That's usually where things get stuck, whether the presenting concern is anxiety, stress, depression, substance use, or trauma. I don't work from a single script. I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic work, humanistic approaches, and mindfulness and somatic psychology, and I match the tool to the person in front of me rather than the other way around.

Early sessions are largely me getting a clear picture of how you manage day to day, what's working, what isn't, and where the strain shows up. From there we decide together what's worth focusing on and at what pace. I'll be direct with you about what I'm noticing, and I expect the same candor back.

If you're worn down by trying to keep your reactions and emotions in check and want a steadier way through, that's the kind of work I do best. Reach out and we can start there.

I'm a therapist specializing in talk therapy with adults and older adults, and I've been part of the mental health field since 2016. Over those years I've worked in a lot of different settings, from elementary schools and high schools to a college campus, and as the on-site mental health therapist in a primary care physician's office. What that taught me is that people bring every part of their lives into a session, physical health, family, work, whatever is on their mind, and no topic is off the table with me.

Before anything else, I want to build rapport, because I don't think real work happens until you actually feel comfortable telling me how you feel. My style leans on cognitive behavioral therapy; I like showing people how our thoughts shape our emotions and then our behaviors and actions, because once you can see that chain, you have something to work with. I also draw on client-centered and DBT approaches, and I offer both individual and group work depending on what fits the person in front of me. Early sessions are less about me steering and more about understanding how you see things and what feels off.

Whether we meet once or keep going for a while, we can take it at a pace that works for you. If some of this fits what you've been looking for, let's start with a conversation and sort out the direction together.

As a licensed mental health counselor with a decade of experience, I work mostly with adults and older adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, grief, or the aftermath of trauma. Over the years I've practiced in a lot of different settings, an outpatient community clinic, in-home family therapy, work with undocumented minors carrying trauma histories, and now telehealth, and each of those settings taught me something about how differently people arrive at counseling and what they need once they get there.

What I've come to believe, after all this time in the field, is that therapy works best as a collaborative process, one where we're figuring out your goals together rather than me handing down a plan. I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic work, but I choose the approach based on the person in front of me, not the other way around. Early sessions tend to be more conversation than assessment; I want to understand how you actually experience your days before we decide where to focus.

I keep the pace steady and I stay honest with you about what I'm noticing, because I've found that people make more progress when the process feels transparent.

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

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 trained as a licensed professional counselor, and I mostly work with adults and older adults who are navigating the kinds of struggles that don't fit neatly into a single label. Over nearly two decades in this field, I've sat with people from a lot of different backgrounds and circumstances, including years spent working with child services, foster care, and my own private practice back in Kentucky before I moved to Tennessee. That range taught me that no two people arrive at counseling for exactly the same reason.

My work is genuinely person-centered. I put real effort into matching the approach to the individual in front of me, rather than reaching for one method and applying it to everyone. Much of what I do is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, woven together with mindfulness, and I lean on what I call the three C's: catching a thought, checking it, and changing it. In practice, that means our early sessions are about understanding the specific struggles you're facing and figuring out which direction actually fits your life, not a formula.

I'll be direct with you and steady in how we go, and I'd rather build something around your particular situation than hand you something generic. If you've been trying to sort through what's weighing on you and want a counselor who tailors the work to the person, reach out and we'll start there.

I'm a therapist who has spent years working with people across the whole span of life, from young children through adults facing the questions that come at the end of it. That range matters to me. Over the years I've sat with kids and teens, with adults sorting through their own lives, and with families and couples trying to find their footing together. I'm trained in EMDR and trauma care, and I draw on CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based tools depending on what actually fits the person in front of me.

Here's how I tend to think about the work: I'm less interested in what's supposedly "wrong" with you and more interested in the skills and goals that make daily life feel workable again. Early on, I'll ask you to name what you want out of this, what a better version of things would actually look like, and then we map a clear path toward it together. You know your own experiences, values, and needs better than I ever could, and I treat that as the real starting point. I aim to be someone you feel genuinely heard by, not talked at.

I've built a bit of a reputation for creative, results-minded work, and I take that seriously. If you're looking for a therapist who will help you turn stuck feelings into concrete steps forward, reach out and let's talk about where you want to begin.

I trained as a therapist, and I mostly work with adults navigating the aftermath of trauma, whether that's from sexual assault, domestic violence, or another experience that keeps intruding on the present. Much of my early work was with people served by a nonprofit supporting victims of violent crimes, and that shaped how I sit with someone whose life has been reorganized by something they didn't choose. Alongside PTSD, I regularly help people work through depression, anxiety, and OCD-related struggles.

I take a trauma-informed approach, which for me means we move at your pace rather than mine. I've been practicing EMDR since 2019 and earned my certification in it, and I draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness depending on what actually fits the person in front of me, not a fixed script. Early sessions tend to be less about diving into the hardest material and more about understanding where you are in your own healing and what you want to move toward. I'll be straightforward with you about what I'm noticing and why I'm suggesting a particular direction.

I'm also expanding into mental performance work with athletes, which has been a natural extension of how I think about focus, pressure, and resilience.

There's no timeline you need to meet before reaching out. Whenever you feel ready to begin, I'll be here.

I'm a therapist specializing in depression, anxiety, stress, and the kind of unexpected life changes that can leave you feeling stuck, lost, or like you're just going through the motions. I see adolescents from age 13 as well as adults, and I especially connect with people in the LGBTQIA+ community who are ready to put some work into their mental health and get closer to being the version of themselves they want to be.

A lot of what happens early on is simply building trust between us. I want you to feel comfortable being honest, because that's where the real work starts. I'm not going to hand you a plan and tell you to follow it; I'll ask you to be involved in setting your own goals, since you're the one who has to live them. In a session, that might look like us naming what's actually getting in the way this week and deciding together where to put our attention. I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches and adjust them to fit you rather than the other way around, because no two people arrive with the same story.

My aim is to help you leave with tools you can actually use, not just insight that stays in the room. Curious whether the two of us would work well together? That's exactly what a first visit is for.

I've spent years as a therapist treating adults through some of the harder stretches of their lives, working in intensive outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings before coming to this work. The people I see are often navigating anxiety or depression, the intensity of borderline personality disorder, or the long reach of a past that hasn't fully quieted down. I also work with older adults who want to think through what this chapter of life asks of them. My training at Thomas Jefferson University grounded me in trauma-focused counseling, and that lens shapes how I listen.

My approach is person-centered, which for me means I take the time to actually understand your background and history before we decide where to go. In a first session, I'm mostly focused on getting the rapport right and opening up honest communication, so you can tell me what's actually going on and I can hear it clearly. From there we set goals together, ones that are realistic and mean something to you rather than something I've decided for you. Treatment isn't fixed; the plan stays flexible and shifts as your needs change, with an eye toward growth that holds up over the long term.

What matters to me is that you feel respected and genuinely heard throughout. Reach out when you're ready to start that conversation.

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 therapist who has spent over 13 years working across just about every setting you can imagine: intensive outpatient and outpatient programs, partial hospitalization, psychiatric and pediatric hospitals, correctional facilities, and substance use programs, and now virtually. That range has taught me not to walk in with a fixed script. Lately I work with adults and with teens (13 to 17), and I try to tailor what we do to the person in front of me rather than to a category.

My style is genuine, honest, and flexible. I lean on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy where it fits, but I stay eclectic and pull from whatever actually serves your goals. I'll be direct with you, and I'll stay compassionate about it; those two things aren't in conflict. My working motto is simple: we are a team. That shapes the pace, because we set the direction together rather than me handing it down.

The first session is mostly getting acquainted. We'll talk about what brought you in and what you want to get out of this, and we'll cover the practical side too, scheduling, confidentiality, and how attendance works. From there we build a treatment plan that's yours, not a generic one, and we adjust it as we go.

There's no rush to any of this. Reach out whenever the timing feels right for you, and we'll take the first step 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.

As a therapist, I work mostly with adults and older adults who are trying to make sense of life's more complex challenges, whether that's a difficult season, a relationship that's grown tangled, or the weight of patterns that no longer serve you. Over more than 25 years of practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey, I've come to see therapy as a genuine partnership, one where you feel heard, respected, and part of the decisions we make.

My approach is warm and interactive, and it starts with getting to know you as a person, not a diagnosis. Early on, we spend time identifying your strengths, clarifying what you actually want out of this work, and building a plan that fits your life rather than a template. I draw on approaches like CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed care, and I'll often help you notice how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors connect. Along the way I teach practical skills, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and ways to steady your emotions when things feel overwhelming.

What I care about most is helping you move toward greater peace, connection, and a sense that your life is your own again. I'll be honest with you and collaborative throughout; the pace is yours.

Reaching out for support takes real courage. If you've read this far, you've already taken a meaningful first step, and I'd be honored to take the next ones with you.

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.

I'm a therapist specializing in the challenges adults face when they're trying to find their way through a hard stretch of life, whether that's depression, anxiety, grief, stress, trauma, or strain in their closest relationships. I've spent close to two decades doing this work, in a range of treatment settings across Ohio, and I especially value working with people managing both mental health and substance use concerns. I see adults of all ages, including older adults.

Getting to know you comes first. From there, we identify what you actually want and figure out how to get there together. My approach draws on family systems thinking, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused and person-centered work, and EMDR when it fits. If trauma is part of your story, I want to say this plainly: talking through every detail isn't always what helps. It can be one piece of healing, but there are often other paths toward progress, and we'll find the one that suits you.

What I enjoy most is watching someone start to shift their perspective and tell me they feel more at peace as they reach the goals we set. I tend to work collaboratively and at a pace that respects where you are, not where a treatment manual says you should be.

The first step is simply a conversation. We'll get a sense of what's going on, and build the plan from there.

I'm a therapist specializing in the kind of work that helps people step back and see the patterns shaping their lives. Over more than 20 years, I've worked with individuals, couples, and families across both clinical and corporate settings, and that range has taught me that most of what people bring to counseling isn't a single problem to fix. It's a whole life to understand. I see adults through their working years and older adults navigating later-life transitions, and I draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness depending on what fits the person in front of me, not the other way around.

Here's how I actually work: I start with an open conversation about what's been happening and what you're hoping to change or explore. From there I listen carefully, ask questions that get at the heart of things, and help you notice the patterns that bring some clarity to your experience. I value honesty and open communication, even when the topic is a hard one to sit with. Together we'll set goals and build a plan that respects your pace and comfort level rather than rushing you toward it.

My aim is for you to leave feeling more grounded, more confident, and better equipped to handle what life puts in front of you. Bring whatever's been sitting on your mind to a first visit, and we'll begin working through it side by side.

I'm a therapist specializing in talk therapy for individuals, teens, couples, and families. Over 26 years, I've worked across a lot of different clinical settings, both in person and through telehealth, and I'm licensed in 12 states, which has kept me close to one steady conviction: good behavioral health care should actually be reachable for the people who need it.

My sense is that meaningful change starts with feeling heard and understood, so that's where I begin. I like to talk things through at a pace that feels manageable to you, without rushing toward a fix before I understand what's really going on. I usually start with a comprehensive assessment that covers your personal history, what's bringing you in right now, and where you'd like things to head. From there, we set individualized goals together and build a practical plan I'll adjust as we go and as you make progress. I try to stay open and approachable in the room; trust, collaboration, and respect aren't slogans for me, they're the conditions that make the work possible.

Whether you're a teenager trying to make sense of things, a couple stuck in the same argument, or an adult who just wants a thoughtful person to think alongside, my door is open. When you're ready to start talking things through, I'll be here to listen and figure it out with you.

Most of my work as a therapist is with adults across a wide stretch of life, from young adulthood through the senior years. I'm a clinical trauma counselor, and over the years I've worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings, which means I'm comfortable with crisis intervention and risk assessment as well as steadier, week-to-week work. I also see couples and families, and I've provided telehealth since 2017. This is a judgment-free practice for everyone who comes to me, including people in poly relationships.

My style is warm and conversational, and it's grounded in wellness. I'll challenge you at times, but I do it in a supportive, non-confrontational way, never to put you on the spot. You set the goals; my job is to guide, ask questions, and explore alongside you. Our first session is mostly about your history, your life experiences, and any counseling you've done before, so I understand where you're coming from before we shape a plan together. I like attainable goals and steady progress, the kind where you feel just a bit more well today than you did in past days. I check in regularly about how our work is going, because your safety, comfort, and sense of fit matter to me, and I genuinely want your feedback.

If steady, collaborative progress toward feeling more well sounds like the pace you're after, reach out and let's talk.

I'm a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on anxiety in its many forms: panic disorder, generalized anxiety, OCD, phobias, and separation anxiety. Over more than 20 years, I've also worked extensively with adults facing depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, personality disorders, self-harm, adjustment disorders, and the ordinary hard stuff of relationships, marriage, divorce, and the questions women bring to therapy that don't always get named elsewhere.

I especially enjoy working with people who are motivated to grow through the process of therapy, adults who are ready to work through the symptoms that have been holding them back and want a life that feels more fulfilling. My approach isn't one-size-fits-all; I tailor it to the person sitting across from me. Most often that means drawing on CBT, DBT, and a psychodynamic lens, but the mix depends on you. In a session, I do a lot of active listening. I'm direct and genuine, and I'd rather understand what's actually going on than hand you a formula. Some of what we notice comes from what you say; some comes from what you don't. I also work with older adults, and I hold certification in clinical supervision along with training in recognizing red flags for suicidality.

There's no timeline you need to meet before reaching out. Whenever you feel ready to start, I'll be here.