I love helping people live their best lives. For some people, that means managing anxiety or depression, starting a relationship, or ending one. Sometimes we need some help navigating the feelings that come along with life changes related to parenting, work, and finding meaning. I use a cognitive approach to increase insight and understanding about who we are and why we do what we do. I am experienced working with couples as well as with mental health professionals. During our sessions, you c...
I believe in taking an individualized approach and working collaboratively with you to help you on your journey. I would like to guide you in finding your own inner strength, gain insight into your struggles, and help you to develop new skills and tools to create a fulfilling future. I will be there to listen and understand exactly where you are, without judgment, and empower you to live life the way you’ve always wanted to live. You are courageous; together we will channel that courage and i...
My style of therapy is based upon a client-centered approach. Together, we will develop a treatment plan that is tailored to empower your dreams. I'm a hands-on therapist that incorporates several modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gottman Method interventions, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my ...
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 am an Afro-Caribbean immigrant psychotherapist who has served communities of color for over 14 years. I specialize in treating depression and anxiety disorders, and I am highly trained in trauma-informed care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength-based practice and mindfulness. I believe that besides providing a safe space to process, healing can also come through psychoeducation, movement work, ancestral healing/breaking generational traumas as well as community engagement. I include ...
If you’re dealing with the challenges of relationships—whether it’s navigating conflict, working through a breakup, dealing with infidelity, or building intimacy—I’m here to support you. As a therapist specializing in couples therapy and relationship issues, I focus on practical, evidence-based tools that foster open communication and improve connection. My work is centered on making therapy feel safe and approachable, so you can explore and resolve relationship patterns that may be holding you ...
Navigating life changes, managing stress, or adjusting to a new culture can bring up complicated emotions. If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your next steps, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Therapy can provide the guidance and support you need to feel more in control and at peace with yourself. As a bilingual (Mandarin) licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with a Doctor of Social Work from Adelphi University, I specialize in working with individuals who are...
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering virtual services in NJ & NY. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and intended to provide you with support in navigating your needs whether that may be depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions/stressors, family conflict or relational issues, self-esteem, substance abuse, and/or mood dysregulation. I have worked in college counseling for approximately 3 years and am well versed in the various struggles college-aged students may face. I...
My favorite part of being a therapist is the continuously evolving relationship that I foster with my clients. I love learning about my clients— everything that makes them who they are, from their interests to their cultural influences to their friends and family, and how all of this impacts the way they view the world. I am passionate about assisting clients who suffer from anxiety, OCD, and relationship issues but also enjoy working with clients with a variety of other concerns including addic...
As a therapist, I seek to curate a warm and inviting experience for my clients. A place where one can feel safe, and not judged. I'm a life long social worker, and this background allows me to provide a holistic approach to my therapy sessions. I seek to treat the mind, but will work with the client to ensure they are healthy in other areas of their life as well. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality an...
Hi there! I’m a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner passionate about helping individuals, especially young adults, find peace in their mental health journey. If you’re overwhelmed by anxious thoughts or struggling with stress, you’re not alone; I’m here to support you. I understand that starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially when there’s still so much stigma around mental health. But I truly believe that mental wellness is just as important as physical hea...
Hi, I'm so glad you're here! If you're feeling overwhelmed by life changes, navigating the emotional ups and downs of pregnancy, or dealing with challenges like fertility concerns or postpartum struggles, you're not alone—and you don’t have to go through it by yourself. I specialize in women's reproductive mental health, and I’m here to help you through the complex emotions that come with transitions like pregnancy, birth, abortion, and even the grief of loss. I understand how tough it can ...
I work with college students by offering a safe and supportive space to talk through the ups and downs of this stage of life. Sometimes we use creative tools to help express feelings, and other times we just focus on conversation. My approach is always collaborative, and I’ll meet you where you’re at—whether that means exploring new ways to cope with stress, building healthier relationships, or simply having a space to sort through what’s on your mind....
It would be my honor to be a part of my clients' healing journeys and help them gain the self-awareness and empowerment needed to live their authentic truths. I strive to foster authentic therapeutic relationships with my clients through culturally inclusive, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed care. I specialize in psychodynamic, intersectional, and holistic approaches to psychotherapy. My theoretical orientations draw from Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Ther...
Hi there! My name is James, and I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner dedicated to helping you on your mental health journey. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or just trying to navigate the stress of being human, I’m here to provide support in a way that feels both authentic and effective. I’ve spent years honing my skills, from working on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic to treating adolescents and adults in various clinical settings. Along the way, I've gain...
In my practice of psychotherapy, I have found that many patients are anchored to the difficult aspects of their pasts while frantically worrying about the future. I am a committed and engaged psychotherapist who empowers clients with supportive counseling that is tailored to the unique challenges and strengths of each individual. Using an integrative approach, I incorporate collaborative techniques with empathic listening to address your concerns. Taking an active and investigative role in explo...
I have been practicing psychotherapy for 10 years in New York City. I describe my approach as warm, welcoming, empathic, open-minded, culturally competent, and humorous. Life is hard enough, so I like to laugh with my clients! I love to listen and help my clients have their "aha" moments as well as see things from a different perspective. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn mo...
My experience includes working with adults and families. I aim to provide a safe space where you can be yourself without the fear of being judged. In our sessions, you are in the driver's seat and I am the passenger guiding you through the obstacles of life. My therapeutic approach is eclectic, meaning that I draw on different treatment modalities to create customized treatments that match the needs of each unique individual that I work with. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health p...
My background includes a graduate degree (Master of Science) in clinical psychology, with a license in Florida and New York to practice psychotherapy. My background also includes serving as a director for various residential programs, functioning as a consultant for clinical programming, performing managed-care utilization review, and years providing psychotherapy to those seeking healing in outpatient agencies, inpatient settings, shelters, within schools, and group homes, using techniques from...
Direct, empathic, collaborative, trauma-informed. The purpose of therapy, from my perspective, is working to gain understanding about yourself and the underlying rationale for what makes you you so that you can take steps to be the best version of yourself. I tailor my approach to each individual's unique needs and work with them to actively restructure the patterns of thought and behavior that are keeping them stuck and unhappy, allowing them to move through life with a greater sense of freedom...