Career Counseling Therapists in Brooklyn, NY

The therapeutic process should be natural and flowing. I am a thoughtful listener, energetic, and meaningful interaction is central in my method of treatment. Reducing anxiety, depression and difficulties in relationships and careers are a priority in my work as a therapist. In my experience, it is the nature of relationships and careers to become a crisis over time. Although the crisis leads to conflicts and is therefore anxiety producing, it is also an opportunity to explore experiences to achieve personal insight, personal transformation and career improvement.

Feelings of anxiety, depression, or “stuckness” can be debilitating, isolating and feel permanent. We can work together to build the skills you need to feel empowered and able to cope with and overcome the emotions that may currently feel unbearable. I can support you through life transitions - from grief and loss, to figuring out how to best communicate with a loved one or set boundaries with family, friends or coworkers. My practice is founded in tenets of intersectional feminist counseling and liberation therapy theories, and is mindfulness-focused and trauma-informed - sensitive to your individual needs, goals and strengths.

If you’re feeling trapped, there is a way out! Often times we’re told to “handle it”, but if the truth be told, everyone needs help, and the time is now. It’s time to unpack what has been holding you back from your purpose. We do a good job looking good, but not feeling our best self. I want to encourage you to do yourself a favor and begin the process of healing. You’re important and you deserve it. My name is Waltra Montgomery, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and I am here to help you navigate through life’s challenges.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, past traumas, and relationship issues? Do you deal with personal concerns, family, career and/or life difficulties? My approach is persons-centered, integrative, and collaborative. Modalities often used in our sessions are, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions Focused Therapy, Talk Therapy, and Validation Therapy. I use a Strengths-Based Model that promotes healing, motivation, progress, and positive outcomes. It is often difficult to take the first step to reach out to explore therapy. It doesn't have to be.

I am Heather Abreu. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 20 years of experience from NYC working statewide via Telehealth. I work with both adults and adolescents specializing in anxiety, addiction treatment, family dynamics, and major life transitions. I work with individuals presenting with a wide range of concerns. I have extensive experience working with individuals with addiction and with their loved ones, with individuals who have experienced trauma, and with families in conflict. I work with individuals struggling with life transitions such as personal identity, divorce, and career change.

Sometimes, nothing is working. Are you anxious and only dwell on the negative? Do you experience a lack of joy, excitement, purpose? Do you want to be more social but find yourself isolated? Are you unsatisfied with your career and relationship? Are you a work in progress but seeing no results. Working together, I can help you become more comfortable with life, get relief from anxiety, depression, moodiness, fears, phobias, relationship difficulties, addictions, personality problems. These things that are getting in YOUR way.

People who come to therapy want a safe place to openly discuss problems or recurring themes in their lives that they don’t feel they can talk about fully and freely with other people. But they don’t just want to talk. They want active help thinking through where things have gone wrong, where their blind-spots might be, and what they can do to get to a better place – a place that not only feels livable, but actively good. They want to have good relationships, self-respect and self-esteem, a sense of optimism and bravery, and a feeling that they can take on whatever the world throws at them.

Have you always dreamt about becoming a mother? Is it what you imagined it to be? You were told that all mothers are happy and perfect. In truth, motherhood is an emotional, complicated and compelling journey from conception, pregnancy, delivery, and into postpartum. No one tells you how hard it can be to actually get pregnant. Others seem to get it so easily, yet you struggle. When you are pregnant, instead of feeling endless joy, you feel sad, scared, angry or anxious. After the baby comes, instead of feeling confident as a new mother, you wonder all the time, what if you aren’t the perfect mother?

What you are experiencing is real. You deserve to engage in a therapeutic process that will ultimately allow you to find purpose and joy in each day. As a practitioner, I am passionate about determining our highest values and translating them into our actions. I value authenticity, connectivity, love, and humor. I take great interest in working with people who feel that symptoms of anxiety and/or depression are overpowering their life; we will examine all aspects of one’s experience- including career, relationships, family, leisure activities, and health to prioritize meeting your needs and achieving your wants.

Do you have unique ideas, but convince yourself they won't work? Are you avoiding opportunities because you feel incapable, unprepared, or scared? Perhaps self-doubt hijacks your progress with healthy lifestyle changes, career advancement, or building meaningful relationships. If second-guessing is stealing your joy, you should know, it's safe to shine! I specialize in helping you break free from creative blocks, live purposefully, and advance professionally. I also assist you with feeling more connected in your relationships and adapting holistic strategies to support your health goals by helping you define what you truly want, and developing realistic strategies to get it.

I am a licensed community-based clinical social worker with ten years post masters experience. I received my masters from New York University Silver School of Social Work. I work with individuals who have experienced trauma with a focus on institutionalized racism, separation, and insecure attachments. I utilizes a multi-faceted theoretical approach to treatment that includes interpersonal therapy, trauma-focus therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and family systems therapy. My focus is to help individuals improve emotion regulation, interpersonal difficulties, and family challenges.

Integrative counseling with a holistic health emphasis is effective for building greater awareness and self-acceptance, changing unsatisfying patterns and behaviors and developing the necessary skills to meet your goals. This approach assists you in understanding & reclaiming your true nature, encompassing the inherent qualities of happiness, well-being, presence and love. I work with clients struggling with life transitions and challenges, such as; career change, strengthening relationships, depression, anxiety, anger and stress management, codependency, addictions, parenting, separation and divorce, health concerns, etc . . .

My practice is centered around the idea that everyone has a story to tell, and that by sharing and thinking about the constitutive elements of these stories they can reach the understanding of themselves they've been looking for. The goal of therapy is to make the unconscious conscious, as Freud said, and by looking at the narrative of your life we can create a framework for understanding how the issues you face have come about, and how you can address them in order to lead a fuller, more mindful and meaningful life.

Do you have a pressing practical conflict, moral dilemma, or torn decision, not sure which way to go? Are you at a cross-roads, re-evaluating yourself, your life, career, relationship, your religion, or your spiritual path? Are you struggling with meaninglessness, loss of purpose, loss of faith, existential indigestion, philosophical confusion? Do you struggle with the bigger questions: Is life meaningful? Who am I? Why am I here? What should I believe? What is reality? Is this it? Is there anything else? How can I know? How should I live? What is my path? What is my highest good? Do I have a calling? Can I change? What should I do?

I see therapy as a journey that you have control over. My goal as your therapist is to provide guidance and support across this journey in a collaborative and open way. My training is primarily in behavior based therapies, which is psychobabble for helping you build skills and awareness to create meaningful change in your life. I approach my sessions with clients following your lead first and meeting you where you are along your journey. While therapy can be challenging and taking the first step is never easy, I hope to provide a safe, warm and sometimes fun environment for you to meet your goals. You can create the change you want.

My experience is well-rounded and includes intimate partner violence, forensic social work, traumatic loss and grief, PTSD, depression, anger, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, mood disorders, personality disorders, self-esteem, relationship issues, family conflict, educational issues, ADHD, abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment issues, career challenges, life changes, compassion fatigue, isolation and loneliness, and cultural and social issues. I have worked with adults, teens, and children within all of these areas, as well.

If you are seeking direction to bring more awareness to yourself in leading a life with self-care and awareness, better connection with family, friends and colleagues, I will guide you to self understanding that you can apply to your everyday life. Often, issues arise from anxiety, self-doubt and unclear goals. In therapy we will work together to gain self confidence, connection with people and more peace in your world.

Hello! I'm glad you're here. I know how empowering & vulnerable it can be to search for someone to share your story with. Finding the right fit is so important. As a client, you come to sessions with more than just the struggles you are facing. You bring your hopes, values, cultures, needs, & personal stories. I am dedicated to working collaboratively with all my clients in their journey for healing & personal growth in a safe, compassionate, & supportive environment that allows us to show up as exactly who we are.

When my clients first encounter me, their lives often feel stuck and overwhelming. Trying to navigate experiences of disconnection, or untenable situations. Many struggle with managing body image, family/ relationships, career, and dating. Together, we will explore the experiences and relationships that have created and impacted the person you are today. My orientation towards psychotherapy is psychodynamic and relational. Collaboratively processing complex attachment and relationships, I will be with you, supporting you, every step of the way.