Career Counseling Therapists in New York, NY

I enjoy working with college and graduate students and adults who are interested in exploring their identity, purpose and life. I specialize in Asian and Asian American, transracial adoptees, and LGBTQ clients. I also enjoy working with creative people, including writers and artists. Their issues, needs and goals might include academic struggles, career decisions, family and relationship issues, as well as immigration and assimilation concerns. My clients typically seek therapy to find relief from anxiety, depression, relationship stress, trauma and work block.

I am a New York State licensed psychotherapist (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) offering individual and couples therapy using cognitive behavioral (CBT), humanistic and mindfulness-based therapy techniques. My client-specific counseling approach integrates these evidence-based principles of psychology to help clients manage problems, make healthy transitions and engage in self-discovery. I work with a diverse cultural population of adults of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

People often come to psychotherapy because something in their lives feels off-kilter or unmanageable, and their usual way of dealing with problems is no longer working. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have experience treating adolescents and adults with a variety of issues including relationship difficulties, career anxieties, depression, body image concerns, family conflict, trauma and grief. I offer a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where you can explore what might be holding you back while gaining the insight and skills needed to lead a more fulfilling life.

You are about to take your first step forward toward growth, change and improving the quality of your life. Your decision to start therapy is a commitment to yourself. By exploring both the past and the present, you will recognize life patterns and dynamics which affect your relationships, career, and overall emotional and physical well-being. I believe each person is unique and do not utilize a "one-size-fits-all" approach. Rather, we will work collaboratively to create a safe, supportive environment that encourages honesty, authenticity, connection and directness. Together we establish the direction and pace of our work.

Sometimes, Life takes us away from ourselves, away from our own wisdom. The chatter of the past, the chaos of the world, the day-to-day obligations, fears/uncertainties—it’s not surprising that we may get lost and miss that which brings us joy and offers us meaning. When the present is painful/uncomfortable, we are even more likely to shy away to block the hurt. This is a reality we all face. As I have learned in my own journey, it is crucial to develop connectedness, balance, curiosity, make sense of life’s difficulties, mourn losses, celebrate joys, get to know the authentic self, and find the courage to live intentionally.

I am licensed in NY, MA, and TX. I have been a Licensed Master Social Worker for over 10 years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Sports Performance, Memory Loss, Weight Loss, Substance Abuse, and Career challenges. I am Certified in Problem Solving Therapy (PST). I also helped many people who have experience caring for loved one who was dying and then the grieving process thereafter.

You know how sometimes we examine our situation and wonder how it is that we got here? There's so much going on in the world today. In examining our current state we can experience a mixture of emotions: fear, frustration, and a longing for something different. This is normal. However, sometimes these feelings can become more overwhelming than we would like, and they begin to affect us in different areas of our life such as work, family, and relationships.

I have 25 years experience working productively with people of diverse backgrounds, ages, and sexual orientations. Our job together is to identify dysfunctional patterns that contribute to—even perpetuate—your difficulties. The main focus of therapy is to remove inner and outer obstacles that prevent you from reaching your goals and having better relationships. Please note, after years of counseling and assessment in offices, I‘ve recently moved into a different space: video. Active listening in a safe, private setting is foundational to this work. I’ve learned that the catalytic elements of good therapy can thrive via video too.

I am patient, open-minded, empathic and laid back. I work best with people who are interested in gaining insight into themselves and their emotions. I focus on the relationship that develops between us in order to understand how you interact with others in your life. Through this approach, we can examine barriers impacting your relationships and overall life satisfaction and pinpoint areas for growth and exploration. A successful treatment is one in which you gain insight and tools to manage your thoughts and feelings adaptively.

Hello. Thanks for reading about me. I’m a warm, down to earth psychologist with a passion for helping people. Staying present focused, we will center on keeping your hopes and dreams up front, while reducing distress in the context of a solid and genuine therapeutic relationship. We will work to enhance your understanding of the barriers that are keeping you from achieving your goals and learn skills to turn that understanding into strategies to better overcome them. While there is no quick fix to most problems, I use proven strategies (such as CBT and DBT) that will help you experience relief and progress relatively soon.

I work from a strengths-based perspective with the belief that we all possess unique skills and abilities that can help us transcend painful circumstances, leading us to a recognition of the richness and meaning that is possible in our lives. I have worked extensively with individuals (from college age to older adulthood) and couples dealing with mental health issues such as depression; anxiety; trauma; problems in relationships; substance abuse; and bipolar disorder. I formerly specialized in psychotherapy with older adults at UCLA Health in LA for almost 10 years before moving to NYC in 2023. Now licensed in NY, NJ, CA, and MA.

I'm a Licensed Psychoanalyst and a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist. I have extensive experience working with people coping with depression, PTSD, relationship issues, anxiety and career concerns. I'm also trained in specific trauma evidence base treatments such as Internal Family System, EMDR, and Psychedelic Integration, all are specifically focused treatments designed to create meaningful, desirable and durable lifestyle changes.

Cristina Spataro has worked with children and families in crisis for the past 17 years. If there is one thing she has learned, it is that everyone has the capacity for change if they truly want it. Life is hard, and the “right” choices are not always so apparent. Our decisions and their consequences leave us questioning ourselves.

Michael strives to create a grounding and compassionate space where clients can truly discover themselves. He sees the therapy relationship as a team effort to find out what matters most to clients and how they can pursue more of it. His approach is based mainly on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and psychodynamic therapy.

Currently licensed in NY, NJ, & PA! I am so fortunate to have a job I truly love. My work is not limited to one method or one issue facing individuals. I greater enjoy working with clients who are motivated to gain a higher level of understanding of themselves and find a place where their value and worth are recognized and celebrated. So often our gifts and talents and even the love & kindness we have to offer, goes unseen because we haven’t found a place for it to shine yet. Life can be challenging and very painful. Finding meaning in this pain often leads us to a place of peace & growth.

Effectively address complex health issues and navigate adjustment challenges. Heal from personal trauma, loss, and hurt while liberating yourself from anxiety and fear. Explore and release any underlying shame. Navigate relationship conflicts, betrayals, and crossroads. Discover effective and responsible ways to express yourself for better understanding. Propel your career forward and learn how to work with your brain rather than against it.

My expertise lies in counseling my patients to master their anxieties, depression, relationship, and vocational struggles. In addition to being a licensed social worker, and psychotherapist on staff at my post-graduate institute for psychoanalytic psychotherapy, I have extensive experience in both the business and fashion worlds and can readily appreciate the difficulties engendered by high-pressure careers. Having worked in competitive environments, I am exquisitely attuned to the many self-esteem vulnerabilities that can inhibit people from achieving their goals.

Sometimes life's challenges can cause us to feel overwhelmed, stuck, and unfulfilled in different areas of our lives. I work closely with you to create a supportive therapeutic space where we can safely explore your thoughts and feelings, overcome obstacles, and build a path towards a more fulfilling life for you.

I am invested in each of my client’s goals and tailor therapy to your specific needs. It’s difficult to seek help, and I recognize how much strength it takes when you reach out. I see that in itself as the first step to feeling better. I am an LCSW-R, the highest level of licensure, and I provide a relaxed space for you to feel comfortable & unjudged, so that you can share thoughts & feelings that are hard to say aloud. Through our therapy, my clients are able to explore new parts of themselves, make decisions, build self-esteem, reach goals, & draw boundaries that they never thought were possible. Pls call/email for a free consult.