Career Counseling Therapists in Brooklyn, NY

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 had my first rewarding experience as a client in therapy in high school. It was because of her that I went on to make my career in mental health. I think we spend much too much time obsessing over physical health when mental health is just as important and is often directly connected to your physical health. I look forward to working with you to identify the areas of your life that you’d like to see change as well as building the tools necessary to maintain that change. You deserve to feel safe and content in your life at all times. I hope you’ll give me the chance to help you get there because it is possible!

Seeking help opens the door of hope. As a psychologist and helping professional, I strive to make clients feel deeply listened to and seen by a caring person. A thorough understanding of where the other person is coming from and the fulfillment that comes when we reach that point of deep connection are priceless. My focus is on the client’s strengths and reframing problems to help inspire growth as I believe that positive lifestyle changes promote healing, optimal functioning, and wellness.

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.

Because I was fortunate enough to experience the benefits of therapy on a personal level, I have dedicated my career to providing the same support and guidance to others. Therapy provided me with a safe and judgement free outlet, and I am happy to offer the same safe space to my patients. I see therapy as a highly collaborative experience between patient and clinician and I am a firm believer that the patient is as much a guide in a session as the clinician. It is important to me that my patients feel they have the power to direct the session while still exploring and working through the issues that connected them to therapy.

Are you feeling stuck in your life or relationship patterns? Perhaps anxious, depressed, or lonely? If so, then I am glad that we have found each other. With a warm and collaborative style, my goal is to make our therapeutic relationship a safe place for expressing yourself freely, resolving conflicts as they may occur, and exploring yourself in relation to another. I will utilize a psychodynamic, relational, and integrative approach to our work. I believe in working in partnership, helping you identify and use your strengths to overcome the challenges that hold you back and cause you pain.

Are you struggling to cope with uncertainty and change? I work with those who are feeling anxious about the future, career adjustments, breakups, learning boundary setting, aging parents, or are practicing vulnerability in relationships. The people I work with are often second generation or queer folks who both celebrate these identities and are recovering from societal messaging. I also work with artists exploring personal expression, as well as people who are looking to rebuild community and relationships after impacts of the pandemic.

Visionary Leaders: Imagine feeling like you're not quite whole or something is missing in your life or relationships. That's where I come in. I'm here to help you find your way back to feeling complete and fulfilled. I'm a deep listener and a holistic helper. I can help you navigate your triggers, manage anger, and reduce the clutter in your mind. Together, we can find the clear direction you need to move forward and thrive. I'm affirming of your identity as a BIPOC, LGBTQIA, and/or spirit lead. Let's level up- up holistically. I use goal setting, expressive arts, mindfulness, financial, and other skilled clinical approaches.

I am a NY State licensed psychotherapist with a MSW from Columbia University. Since 2003, I have been helping individuals and families understand and manage anxiety, depression & other mood disorders, relationship and career challenges, life transitions, sexual & gender identity, family dynamics, chronic illness, grief & loss. Through a holistic, psychodynamic approach, I combine principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and stress management. I strive to help clients feel supported, contained and challenged to enhance their awareness and coping skills, connect to their selves and values, and reach their goals.

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.

I believe that everyone should live their life without judgement, fear or distress. Developing trust with your therapist is the most important first step in a therapeutic relationship. Once trust and rapport has been established, I will work with you to develop the goals of therapy. If you are having difficulties with a past trauma, abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and career or life transitions. I am here to help you build management and coping skills. A vast majority of my experience has been working with individuals that have an array of social and behavioral difficulties.

I enjoy helping people with whatever issues are troubling them, including anxiety/worry, depression/mood, adult ADHD, as well as issues regarding relationships, creativity, and job/career. In all cases, my clinical approach is customized to best fit your needs.

Prioritizing client's goals without judgment or assumption and a pragmatic, compassionate approach to therapy are the foundation of my work. My areas of particular expertise are substance use concerns + disorders, LGBT issues, post-traumatic stress, critical incident debriefing, compulsive behaviors and stress management. In line with the core principles of Motivational Interviewing, I work side-by-side with my clients to explore their concerns and triumphs with a focus on building self-compassion and resilience.

Maybe you feel that there's more to life than what you have attained. Or a nagging feeling that bothers you and haven't been able to shake-off or can't put a finger on. It could be something you consider serious/concerning, but don't free safe discussing. It could even be something concrete like difficulties with your relationships. Or your job is not providing the satisfaction you believe it should. It could be...well it could be a number of other things that prevent you from living the quality of life you want to enjoy.

Do you have a child who is struggling in school and/or at home? Whether it's anxiety, depression, poor communication, conflictual family relationship, behavioral conditions or other situations, you did the right thing to seek help! Whether you are seeking help for your child, or for bettering your parenting styles, I hope to offer you a safe space to explore alternative and positive ways to make better choices for you and your family. I offer strength-based approach to help clients set and reach their goals. I also offer creative arts and play therapy approaches when working with young children to help them express themselves.

Are you a new mom grappling with postpartum anxiety, a young adult navigating identity and career challenges, or a couple seeking to deepen your emotional connection? I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Some of the goals we may work on include building resilience, improving communication, and achieving personal growth. If you seek therapy because you desire meaningful change, enhanced well-being, and healthier relationships, then I am the right therapist for you. I work collaboratively with my clients to build a more balanced and fulfilling life. Check out www.theholisticbump.com.

Throughout her career, Jacqueline has focused on working with individuals dealing with challenges such as depression, social and general anxiety, ADHD, and emotion regulation difficulties. Her professional passion lies in assisting adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Drawing from her own life experiences, including anxiety, depression, and relationship trauma, Jacqueline approaches her clients' world with a realistic lens and genuine understanding. She has expertise in working with individuals who have experienced significant traumas, struggle with relationship and familial issues, ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, etc.

Working with individuals, families, children and teens for the past 20 years, I have come to learn that we all want to be understood so that we may live healthier, more productive lives. Often times however, conflicts and repetitive behaviors prevent us from finding the satisfaction we desire. Depression, anxiety, and a host of other self defeating conditions or behaviors can emerge that interfere with basic relationship success and can cause work, or school related difficulties. My approach is to work closely with you through any issues, in an atmosphere of acceptance and support, designed to address your individual needs.

Are you experiencing uncertainty in your relationships or job? Do you feel disassociated from the people around you? Whatever the life event hindering your daily functioning may be, I am here to guide you to being the best version of yourself!