Provider Directory

Julie Sahlein

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R

Julie Sahlein, LCSW-R is a licensed clinical social worker with more than two decades of experience helping adults, teens, and children through individual, family, couples, and group psychoanalytic psychotherapy . She has provided LGBTQ+ affirmative and culturally-attuned treatment and clinical supervision in a variety of settings, including community mental health centers, outpatient hospital clinics and, for more than 15 years, in her private practice. Ms. Sahlein's style is warm, boundaries, and direct. She has particular expertise treating depression, anxiety, and identity concerns.

Brannan Piper

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Hello. I am a LCSW who has been practicing for 30 years and prides herself on maintaining a safe, non judgmental environment in which people are free to share their struggles. I specialize in numerous areas but at this time I am focusing on Bipolar disorder. I work closely with a gifted psychiatrist to support my work. I studied for 5 years at PPSC where I was groomed psychoanalytically.

Kendall Bierman

Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC

Hello! I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York and a licensed professional counselor in New Jersey. I am a solo private practice owner working virtually from Long Island. I work with young adults of any gender identity, and my areas of expertise include anxiety, addiction/ substance abuse, body image issues, and relationship challenges.

Additionally, I hold certifications in DBT and Intuitive Eating.

Nancy Nereo

Psychologist, PhD

Clinical psychologist & interpersonal psychoanalyst on the Upper West Side, with a practice focus on women's issues, relationship difficulties, and medical issues.

Carol Bloom

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Carol Bloom LCSW, PC is a psychotherapist in private practice in the West Village. She is also co-founder of The Women's Therapy Centre Institute where she is on the board, faculty and is a supervisor. She has expertise in eating and body based symptoms as well as analytically oriented psychodynamic and relational treatment. She is co- author of Eating Problems and numerous articles pertaining to Women's psychological issues.

Tara Kerner

Psychiatrist, DO

I am an adult psychiatrist licensed to practice in Connecticut and New York currently offering telehealth services.  I provide therapy and/or medication management. I am trained in psychodynamic therapy and utilize CBT techniques as well in my therapy. I am well versed in various psychiatric illnesses from depression and anxiety to addiction and trauma.

Joann P. Galst

Psychologist, Ph.D.

Joann Paley Galst, Ph.D. is a psychologist in private practice in New York City specializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy. She also specializes in reproductive health issues including infertility and pregnancy loss.

Bonnie Moses

Psychologist, PsyD

Bonnie Moses is a licensed clinical psychologist in Manhattan. She works with adult clients, including a focus on motherhood with and without postpartum concerns.

Nell Percy Manning

Psychologist, Ph.D

Hello! My name is Nell and I use a blend of humor, curiosity and collaborative problem-solving in my work with children, adolescents, and adults providing therapy and comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations.

Alena Gerst

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT

As a licensed psychotherapist and certified yoga instructor, I specialize in integrative health and the mind/body connection.

Carly McCarvill

Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D

Carly McCarvill, LMHC-D, is a Columbia University trained psychotherapist who
has extensive experience helping clients struggling with ADHD, disordered eating, and the full spectrum of anxiety disorders. She has two master’s degrees in Psychological Counseling. Carly is direct and deeply compassionate; Carly takes pride in maintaining a uniquely professional and unconventional approach to therapy. When appropriate, she enjoys incorporating moments of levity, humor, and laughter into sessions.

Kati N. Lake

Psychologist, PhD, MS, MA, MPhil

Dr. Kati N. Lake, PhD, MS, MA, MPhil (she/her) is a licensed clinical psychologist in New York State and the founder of the Trauma & Mood Treatment Center LLC, her telehealth practice. She specializes in the evidence-based treatment of trauma, depressive, anxiety, reproductive mood, and obsessive and compulsive disorders. Obtaining a Ph.D. from Columbia University, Dr. Lake was trained at Columbia University Medical Center/New York State Psychiatric Institute, NewYork Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Previously, Dr. Lake served as the Vice President of Consulting at RAINN. Before joining RAINN, she was a Lead Associate at Booz Allen Hamilton, where Dr. Lake led teams in the development, execution, and evaluation of personnel policy across the Department of Defense’s Suicide Prevention Office and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office. Dr. Lake also served as a Schedule C political appointee at the White House, providing support to the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Dr. Lake holds a master of arts, master of science, and master of philosophy in clinical psychology with a concentration in global mental health and trauma from Columbia University. She also obtained a bachelor degree in political science and British literature with a focus on political communications from Miami University (Oxford, Ohio).

Courtney Santucci

Psychologist

Courtney Santucci, PhD is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in evidence based treatments for children, adolescents, and adults. She also provides parent coaching. She is licensed in NY, CT and PSYPACT. She assists clients experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, life stressors, and disordered eating.

Sarah Spitz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Hello! I am a therapist in private practice as well as the co-founder and director of clinical operations for a group practice called Holistic Psychotherapy NYC. I believe in holistic healing and the power of connection and compassion. I seek to empower individuals who are looking to better understand themselves, cope effectively with various life stressors, navigate relationship issues, work on self-esteem, or want to integrate mental health into their overall wellness. I also specialize in working with individuals struggling with disordered eating and negative body image. My approach is psychodynamic, interpersonal, and relational. I am also trained in EMDR and utilize mindfulness in my work. I also incorporate elements from my background as a holistic health coach and yoga teacher.