Provider Directory

I am a licensed psychologist in full time private practice. I have extensive clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults and their families. My approach to therapy is eclectic : I draw from psychodynamic, developmental, and family systems theories. I see therapy as a learning process and believe that if you become more self-aware, you can make better decisions in your life.

I'm a psychodynamic, EMDR therapist based in Brooklyn Heights. I help people overcome relationship issues, work struggles, divorce, parenting difficulties, divorce, grief, infertility and loss of many kinds. I also treat many different kinds of trauma that may be underlying a feeling of stuckness that is getting in the way of leading an optimal life.

Shlomit Rubin, LCSW, SEP, was born in Israel and is fluent in Hebrew. She worked as a photographer and educator before pursuing her MSW at Fordham University. After earning her degree, Shlomit trained extensively in the mental health field.

I am a New York State Licensed Psychologist and Certified School Psychologist. I have a private practice located on the Upper East Side, NYC. I work with children and families ages 3 through 12 at my office location with a playroom. I also provide in school support for children who may benefit from work in the naturalistic setting. My expertise is in socialization skills, behavior management, anxiety, and emotional regulation. I use cognitive behavioral strategies and have a strong behavioral background.

After closing my Brooklyn office, I relocated to Ithaca, NY, but see clients from NYC and throughout NY State via telehealth. My psychotherapy practice focuses on individuals and couples, ranging in age from young adults (18 and up), adults, and elderly. I strive to create a safe environment in which to explore life stressors, patterns of relating with others, and how past experiences impact the present.

Areas of professional practice include:
• Mood disorders such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar
• Alcohol and drug use, harm reduction
• Relationships, separation and divorce
• Sexual issues and concerns
• LGBTQ
• Chronic pain and illness, including HIV
• Grief and loss
• Women's reproductive health
• Career issues
• Financial concerns

I am licensed clinical psychologist offering telehealth appointments only. I offer couples therapy and am trained in IBCT, EFT, and behavioral couples therapy approaches. I work from a multicultural framework and am especially passionate about working with Black couples.

I’m a psychodynamic therapist based in Manhattan working with high achieving adults and couples. Many of my clients are Asian American and adult children of immigrants navigating cultural expectations, identity questions, and relationship patterns. I previously worked in tech startups and understand the pressures of performance driven environments.

Licensed psychotherapist providing trauma informed, culturally responsive care to adults and couples in New York. Specializes in high functioning anxiety and depression, attachment wounds, interpersonal conflict, and chronic relationship instability. Clinical experience includes BPD and recovery from emotionally abusive or narcissistic relationship dynamics. Frequently works with professionals navigating racialized stress, high demand work environments, identity transitions, and motherhood or coparenting roles.

I specialize in the treatment of unresolved emotional injuries from childhood, post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety and grief using Somatic Psychotherapy.

Dr. Yokarla Veras is a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist specializing in reproductive and general adult psychiatry, with licensure in New York and New Jersey.

I am a Licensed Master Social Worker providing individual therapy in person/virtually in Brooklyn, NY and virtually in Massachusetts. Throughout my career, I've supported children, adolescents, and adults facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relational issues, eating disorders, and perinatal mental health. I utilize a relational integrative approach, drawing upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), play therapy, and mindfulness techniques.

I am a clinical psychologist and run a small group practice in NYC called City Lights Psychology (www.citylightspsychology.com). I was formerly a staff psychologist at The Motherhood Center of New York. I work primarily with women and their families during the perinatal period and couples across the lifespan. I work from a psychoanalytic framework, specifically object relations, and also have training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples. My approach is integrative, warm, and direct.

Rachel Youree specializes in the treatment of sexual trauma, working with both individuals and couples. She is certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, and is a certified EMDRIA and AF-EMDR Clinician and Consultant. She offers individual consultation/supervision to clinicians seeking certification.

Dr. Kafker specializes in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which helps families strengthen relationships and teaches caregivers to be the therapist at home and effectively manage their young children's difficult behaviors. In addition to PCIT, she is highly experienced with and passionate about working with adolescents and adults to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma.