Relationship Issues Therapists in New York, NY

Taking the first step towards change is sometimes a challenge... I will work with you to understand and resolve the stresses in your life and set out a path for reaching your goals and expectations. We can work through your personal struggles which may include loss, relationship struggles, parenting or work issues. My style of helping is interpersonal. I will help you sort out your thoughts and feelings, work through personal obstacles, identify self destructive patterns of behavior, and help you develop the skills to help yourself. I am trained as a couple and family therapist. I am an EMDR Certified provider. Licensed: NY, CT, Fla

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the changes happening in your life? A new job or no job, a new relationship or no relationship, a new living situation or life milestone? Do you notice yourself constantly worrying about the future but feel unable to make decisions in the present? Do you feel like you are just going through the motions getting through the day with no time or desire to focus on yourself or connect with people you care about? Stressed. Out of balance. Stuck.

Are you struggling in your relationship with family, a partner, or friends? Are you noticing low self-esteem or self-confidence? Or are you, as a couple, finding yourselves in the same pattern of arguments, looking for relief? When faced with these challenges, some of the healing power comes from being able to voice it in a safe space with the support and compassion of a therapist. I'll work with you to explore what you're going through in a warm, non-judgmental way. Some of our work together will involve exploring your past experiences - perhaps with a harsh or critical parent, or the absence of emotional support you needed.

You are tired of thinking about the worst-case scenarios when it comes to your work and current/future relationships. You are tired of listening to the never-ending dialogue of your inner critic that you are not good enough to keep you stuck. You are tired of accommodating others but not putting yourself first without tremendous guilt or feeling selfish. You want to feel empowered, gain confidence, and access your resilience. It’s time to get joy and excitement back into your life. It's time to start showing up for yourself!

If you've found yourself in a relationship that feels too difficult or confusing to handle alone, contact me to see if I can help you. I am a Clinical Psychologist with a decade of experience helping people break through limiting thought patterns and behaviors that keep them dissatisfied with their lives.

I received advanced training at the Ackerman Institute for the Family and am trained as a couple and family therapist, as well as an individual therapist. I enter the therapeutic relationship as an authentic, attuned, active, supportive partner where a safe haven is created. Through our work, you will gain an understanding of what your triggers are while developing a new awareness to make changes. Quite often the coping strategies that we develop when we are young become maladaptive or hindrances when we are adults. This can be understood through the attachment lens.

I work with folks experiencing anxiety and other challenges in relationships. Do you find yourself returning to familiar but detrimental ways of dealing with certain life challenges? Are you in a good relationship that’s triggering a lot of discomfort, making it hard to show up for your partner in ways that you like? If you have outgrown but still struggle with perfectionism, minimizing your needs, overachieving, trying to maintain control or isolating, If you want to feel less anxious, step out of the caretaker role, and have healthy relationships with yourself and others, I understand and can help you get there.

I believe that the relationship between a client and a psychotherapist is truly unique as it builds off of the mutual motivation for connection and transformation. In this genuine encounter, I seek to express my curiosity, acceptance, and confidentiality, allowing for safe self-exploration and valuable insight. I commit to acknowledging your recent and distant past, mirroring how it reflects on your present, consequently promoting your active agency in your short and long-term future.

The strategies that usually get you through are not working like they used to anymore. What once felt like your strengths have now turned into weaknesses. Whether you are stuck making an important life decision, are feeling overwhelmed with life, are having an identity crisis, or an important relationship is slipping away...I am here to help you take the risks that you need to take in order to get on track.

When you are physically ill you turn to your doctor, hoping they can help you feel better. Problems like depression, anxiety, impulsivity, uncontrollable anger, guilt, or low self-confidence can be as painful, if not more so, than physical illness; they can also create serious relationship and work difficulties. I have over 25 years of experience and I have helped many adults, adolescents, and couples who had received limited or no benefit from previous therapists, other doctors, or medications. I work well with people who are skeptical of, or intimidated by, talk therapy.

Psychological health is much more than the absence of problems and mental illness. Even when things seem to be going well we may still feel that there is something missing and that our lives lack the happiness, purpose, and vitality that we desire. My approach begins with the identification of your values. This becomes the foundation of our work together. We then explore thoughts and feelings that get in the way of living a more meaningful and satisfying life and replace them with strategies that are more values consistent and effective in the pursuit of a more satisfying life.

I work primarily with young adults and adults who are looking for effective, sustainable solutions to deal with life's daily challenges. I enjoy helping my clients remove obstacles that are keeping them stuck so they can reach their goals and more. I believe that the therapeutic bond is of primary importance especially when it feels difficult or scary or even exciting and new. I have a strong presence and my clients know I am with them through the entire process. I integrate EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), whenever it is appropriate, to help the process move along.

I lead with an authentic and open-minded approach and believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. Everyone deserves to be seen and heard. My hope is to help my clients find greater joy in life and feel empowered to reach their goals. With a strong foundation in a range of clinical modalities, including EMDR, CBT and DBT, I use a collaborative approach to tailor our work together based on client’s needs and individual goals.

People often seek therapy at a point where life feels too stressful or off-kilter. This point might emerge gradually or occur in the face of acute problems, stressors or losses that feel overwhelming. Effective therapy requires commitment and engagement on both the part of the therapist and patient and often involves exploring parts of oneself and one’s life that feel elusive or painful. The pursuit of change and growth can take time, however there is a remarkable payoff to effective treatment, which can include greater freedom and satisfaction in the areas of love and intimacy, family and relationships, creativity and work.

Welcome to a space where healing begins and personal growth thrives! As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I am here to offer you a warm embrace on your journey to well-being. Whether you're navigating the complexities of eating disorders, overcoming trauma, managing anxiety, or healing from narcissistic abuse, this is a place where you're heard and understood. My focus on eating disorders allows me to provide specialized support for those seeking to develop a healthier relationship with food and their bodies. Considering the complexities surrounding these issues, I offer a non-judgmental space for exploration and growth.

No matter how "together" you may appear on the outside, when you are hurting on the inside, life can feel overwhelming. If you are ready to work through your struggles, I would love to help guide you. My belief is that you have the capacity to face the challenges in your life and be the best version of yourself you can be. I am here to help you find your inner wisdom and to feel better. I am passionate about working with the following issues: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and work/career issues.

I help people overcome the obstacles in their lives that block them from the fulfillment, satisfaction, and overall contentment they seek. I meet with people in a safe and confidential setting where they can feel comfortable to discuss the concerns that trouble them.

I work with young adults navigating life’s transitions, focusing on relationships, family dynamics, and ingrained behaviors. Through a lens of relational dynamics and psychodynamic principles, I am committed to assisting young adults in overcoming anxiety, depression, and relationship hurdles. My clients arrive in therapy with a variety of presenting challenges, from relationship anxiety, social phobias, depression, and obsessive thoughts and compulsions.

I am a clinical social worker with over thirty years experience working with individuals, couples and families. I have a Master's and Ph.D. from Columbia University and I serve in both teaching and supervisory positions at The Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy. My expertise working with couples provided the basis for a course I recently taught to therapists on How To Do Couple Therapy.ver