What was your path to becoming a mental health provider? Having experienced the challenges associated with health issues and the limited access to care I experienced, I seek to create an equitable, safe space for all searching for support. What should someone know about working with you? I find that humor has its place in a quality therapeutic relationship-I want to hear about your interests, your moments of levity, and things that make you laugh-not just challenges. How do you continue ...
Aleicia, LMHC, is a Licensed Master Mental Health Counselor with extensive experience in non-profit organizations, community mental health settings, and residential substance abuse treatment facilities. She specializes in working with adults and couples, helping them process thoughts and emotions while establishing achievable goals. Her therapeutic interventions empower clients by recognizing their strengths to foster positive change. A dedicated professional, Aleicia focuses on long-term sol...
Maryam is a transgender nonbinary person. They have earned their Master’s degree from Hunter College’s Silberman School of Social Work, with a concentration in clinical practice with individuals, families, and groups. They bring several years of experience in the mental health field, working with diverse populations across a range of therapeutic settings. They have extensive experience working with communities of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and neurodivergent clients. Their approach is rooted...
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Dr. Brotz and I’m a Licensed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist as well as a NYS Certified Child Custody Evaluator, but my patients mostly just call me Dr B. I have a wide range of experience from general mental health to sex offender treatment to psychological testing and much more. I would love to chat and see if we’re a good match! Plus, I accept a lot of different insurance plans, so out of pocket costs are often minimal! Please email me at DoctorB...
Lee Ting (Lily) Lam holds a master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University, Post Campus. She is trilingual in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. Her therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive, with a focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. Originally from Hong Kong and having studied abroad in the UK and the U.S. for over seven years, she has a deep appreciation for multicultural experi...
Hi, I’m Dr. Amanda Smith, a clinical psychologist licensed in New York, New Jersey, Illinois, Ohio, and Texas. With nearly 20 years of experience, I’ve worked extensively with specialized populations and complex mental health needs. Since joining WellQor in 2019, I’ve served as Lead Psychologist and a Clinical Director, overseeing a team that supports adults dealing with a wide range of mental health concerns from anxiety and depression to grief. My passion lies in helping people realize thei...
Mind & Body Garden Psychology is one of the largest multilingual mental health clinics in the US, with 30+ psychologists, therapists, psychiatrists, etc., and other satellite offices in New York and California. We provide a variety of services. We offer help to individuals, couples, and children for challenges such as insomnia, anxiety, school performance, depression, life transitions, traumatic stress, relationship challenges, sex therapy, sleep coaching, art therapy, etc. Our practice provi...
Melanie is a Licensed Master Social Worker in the State of New York and holds a Master’s in Social Work degree from Stony Brook University. In her practice, she specializes in treating children, teenagers, and adults experiencing chronic illness and pain (ex: autoimmune disorders, arthritis, and GI disorders), depression, anxiety, disordered eating, weight loss difficulty, athletic performance/sports issues, perfectionism, relationship & peer issues, trauma, life transitions, and more. Melan...
Some days you’re holding it together. Other days it feels like everything’s slipping through the cracks. If anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles are making it hard to focus, connect, or feel like yourself, you’re not alone. Therapy is a place to talk things through without pressure or judgment—to get curious about what’s going on beneath the surface and start feeling more grounded, clear, and in control again. I believe that warmth, creativity and a sense of humor are cornerstones of...
I am an insight-oriented psychotherapist with post-Masters training. I use some CBT techniques and teach at a training institute. I have been in private practice in New York City for more than 35 years. My clients range in age from their mid-teens to Seniors, and are struggling with issues such as: school, work, family, low self-esteem, relationships, anxiety and depression. I meet with clients virtually and in person....
Hi, I’m Kylie. I’m a licensed psychotherapist offering individual therapy for college students and young adults navigating anxiety, relationship stress, academic or career pressure, self-worth, and eating disorders. I work from a relational, insight-oriented lens, blending talk therapy with EMDR and mindfulness to help you feel more grounded, connected, and clear. My style is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious about yourself, t...
Hi, I’m Dr. Amy Phillips, EdD, LCPC, LMHC. I am here to help you and to listen. We can work together to better understand the challenges in your life. Through talking, things will get better. Today, you are one step closer to a new you where you can feel empowered and go on that positive path to growth and well-being. As a therapist, my goal is to help you lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior p...
I provide highly specialized, action-oriented, individualized psychological treatment based on your goals and challenges. I maintain a small caseload so I can provide the highest quality evidence-based treatment within the framework of a client-centered and recovery-oriented approach. I specialize in treating: depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, psychosis, and serious mental health challenges. I completed my postdoctoral fellowship at the Aaron T. Beck Psychopathology Research Center withi...
Many of the students I work with are thoughtful, creative, and driven—but they also feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck. Some are dealing with high expectations, self-doubt, or pressure to be perfect. Others feel disconnected from their families or unsure about their identity. I work especially well with students who tend to think and feel deeply, including those who have a strong inner life, creative interests, or complicated relationships with ambition or independence. I often work with wom...
I'm dedicated to creating a safe, empathetic space for exploration and growth. With a compassionate and evidence-based approach, I support clients experiencing anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and life transitions. My extensive experience in (and passion for) working with trauma and personality disorders allows me to guide individuals towards developing effective coping skills and strategies, empowering them to live full lives with meaningful relationships. I have a special passion for...
Our therapists range from interns to fully licensed but all deliver the same compassionate, trauma-informed counseling and integrative experiential therapy for deep healing. Our clients and counselors identify as BIPOC, immigrants, multilingual, and LGBTQIA+, gender diverse and neurodivergent. We support client experiencing a range of challenges including Anxiety, Depression, Complex PTSD, Intimacy and Vulnerability, Self Esteem, Stress, Childhood Neglect....
Nancy McWilliams once wrote, “Not getting it right, making mistakes, and wishing we had the courage to do it differently is not an indication of an underlying pathology or disease. It is the human condition.” This is a belief I hold at the heart of my therapeutic work. I see therapy as a space where all emotions and new interpersonal experiences are allowed to unfold—where people can start to free themselves from the weight of their past and the grip of their fixed narratives and complex feeling...
Many of the college students I work with are navigating big changes - figuring out who they are, managing stress or anxiety, or feeling stuck and unsure about the future. You don’t need to have it all figured out to start therapy. Therapy can be a space to get grounded, gain clarity, and take control of your next steps. Even if you’re feeling uncertain, showing up is a powerful first move. We’ll go at your pace, make room for the hard stuff, and focus on meaningful growth. You don’t have to d...
Talking Works is a healing practice that provides mental health counseling in NYC, and we are dedicated to understanding and helping you. Our caring and talented therapists are trained in a range of modalities, and your therapist will be sensitive to your individual needs. YOU are our commitment. Make YOURSELF your commitment! You’re already here, why not follow through? Give us a call, text us, or submit an online form. We accept most insurance plans, including Fidelis, Healthfirst, Metro pl...
Hello, my name is Ari. I'm a native New Yorker whose passion for psychiatry started early on and has grown through years of experience in healthcare. I specialize in medication management for ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and OCD, and also provide brief supportive therapy around personal challenges like relationships, self-esteem, and sexual health. My approach is grounded in inclusivity and affirmation, shaped in part by my own experiences within the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. I focus on ...