Liza Witmer, LMSW
I am an insight-oriented, person-centered, and sex-positive therapist who leads with curiosity. I see clients of all identities, and I specialize in the care and unique needs of queer, kinky, and nonmonogamous people, as well as those with a background in sex work. I am skilled in helping clients navigate issues related to gender identity, sexuality, alternative relationship structures, life transitions, grief, anxiety, depression, and attachment ruptures. My work in general psychotherapy and sex therapy is trauma-informed and driven by principles of consent. I will meet you where you are on your journey in a non-judgmental and compassionate way. My practice is guided by values of anti-oppression, and I actively consider the impact of positionality and power dynamics throughout my life.
I am a graduate of the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College, with a specialized certificate in Gender and Sexuality. Before becoming a therapist, I spent 12 years working in theatre; I integrate my experience working in artist care into my practice as a holistic-minded clinician.
I see adult clients on an individual basis and in relationship structures of two or more. I firmly believe that you are the expert of your own experiences, and that my role as a therapist is to use my clinical presence to help us both understand you better. Our work together focuses on discovering patterns and connections, while utilizing our mutual insight. I am looking forward to hearing from you!
Specialties
Anger management Anxiety Bias and Discrimination Career Concerns Chronic Medical Condition Chronic Pain College adjustment Cultural Adjustment Depression Divorce Family Conflict Gender Identity Grief and Loss Identity Development Infertility Life Transitions Marital and Premarital counseling Pregnancy and Postpartum Relationship Issues Sexual Health Sexuality Sexual Orientation Social Anxiety Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSDInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Paperwork:
I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.
NPI Number
0717202457Rates
| First session | $160 |
| Ongoing sessions | $160 |
Treatment Approaches
Attachment-based Culturally Sensitive Feminist Holistic Person-Centered Psychodynamic Relational Trauma FocusedModalities
Couples IndividualsAge Groups
Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)Communities
Activists Artists Kink / BDSM LGBQ+ Polyamorous Trans non-binary gender fluidMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Supervisor(s): Dulcinea Pitagora
- Supervisor License(s): NY-086704
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English
- Race(s): White
- Gender(s): Cisgender, Woman
- Sexual Orientation(s): Queer