Provider Directory

Jessica Alger

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R

I am a psychotherapist (LCSW-R) with over 20 years of experience, specializing in couples therapy and individual therapy for adults. I have extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression and relationship problems, and working with clients struggling with the transition to parenthood 0r work-related concerns. I offer both short- and long-term therapy, and provide sessions in English or German.

Melanie Love

Psychologist, PhD

Dr. Melanie Love is Columbia-trained clinical psychologist specializing in working with men, relationship issues, self-esteem, anxiety, and substance use. From her years in university mental health, she particularly enjoys working with college and graduate students or other young adults navigating the transition into career. She practices from a psychodynamic and relational lens while integrating skills as needed to help build confidence and self-worth, create more fulfilling relationships, and develop ways to cope with difficult emotions.

Elliot Weiner

Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, DBT-LBC

I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), working together with my clients to develop a focused, personalized plan to achieve their goals. This typically includes addressing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through learning specific skills to take control of their emotions. I am one of the co-founders of NYCBT, a private psychology group practice in Manhattan, and I also have an office in Greenwich, CT and can provide Telehealth services in any PSYPACT-participating state.

I specialize in treating people who have experienced trauma, and I offer personalized, effective approaches to help my clients learn to live with and overcome the impact of these traumatic experiences, including PTSD. I also often work with people suffering from anxiety, panic, and phobias, as well as anger management and relationship issues.

Finally, I led DBT skills training groups for many years, and co-authored a book on DBT skills called "Self-Directed DBT Skills." I have helped many people learn DBT skills to better manage their thoughts, emotions, and behavior, and I look forward to working together to help you make the changes you want in your life.

Jane Hammerslough

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

JANE HAMMERSLOUGH, LMFT is a psychotherapist and marriage and family therapist and author. Licensed in NY, CA, MA, CT, and FL; areas of expertise include relationship and family issues, processing trauma, and life transitions.

Jennifer Jamgochian

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

As a licensed clinical social worker in New Jersey and New York, I specialize in providing compassionate and effective therapy to adolescents, adults, and parents. With a focus on DBT, CBT, and ACT, I support clients facing challenges such as anxiety disorders, depression, emotion regulation, interpersonal relationships, and life transitions. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, collaborative space where individuals can explore their feelings and develop the skills necessary for lasting change. I am dedicated to helping my clients build resilience and achieve their personal goals.

Jeanne Nugent

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, PhD, CGP, CMMT

My therapeutic practice with young and mature adults uses an integrated psychodynamic approach tailored to the individual needs of each client.

Laura Berssenbrugge

Psychologist, PsyD

My name is Dr. Laura Berssenbrugge, a licensed clinical psychologist and registered yoga teacher. I help my clients create meaningful, sustainable change through a warm, evidence-based approach that builds on their strengths.

Whether you’re considering therapy for the first time or looking for a new therapist, you've already taken a step toward creating positive change. I provide an inviting, safe space for you to discuss your family, relationship, or personal concerns. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), you will learn skills that create lasting change to manage life’s stressors more effectively.

I work with individuals across the lifespan, specializing in anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, OCD, autism spectrum disorder, PTSD, and stress-related conditions, as well as dating and relationship challenges. I provide in-person and teletherapy to clients in New York and Hawaii, and teletherapy to clients in New Jersey and PSYPACT states (AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY, MP).

Kristen Roman

Psychologist, PsyD

Dr. Kristen Roman is a NYC-based licensed clinical psychologist and the founder of the group private practice Elevate CBT. Her clinical specialties include OCD, anxiety, body image/disordered eating, PTSD, and work with young adults and college students.

Joni Mantell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, Director IAC Center, Psychotherapist

Joni S. Mantell, LCSW is a psychotherapist specializing in donor conception, adoption and infertility, with both personal and professional experience in donor conception. After more than 30 years specializing in these areas, she discovered she herself is donor conceived. She is the Founder and Director of the Infertility and Adoption Counseling Center in New Jersey and New York City, where she works with late discovery and always known donor conceived persons, recipient parents, adoptive parents, birth parents and adoptees. This unique perspective has given her a deep understanding of the lifelong identity, relational, and emotional issues in adoption and donor conception.

She holds a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and completed a four-year Certification Program in Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy at the Post-Graduate Center for Mental Health in NYC. In addition to her family-building specialization, she works extensively with couples, performing artists, and writers.

Kara Grayson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist

Kara is a licensed clinical social worker trained through New York University specializing in cognitive, behavioral, interpersonal, and supportive therapies. She is a SPACE-trained provider with expertise in helping parents of anxious children, as well as certified in Perinatal Mental Health. She is compassionate and a highly skilled provider who specializes in supporting women through every stage of life.

Julia Tomoyasu Silveira

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am a clinical social worker specializing in adult psychotherapy and family therapy. As a multicultural therapist of Japanese and Brazilian heritage, I bring a rich, global perspective to my practice. Having lived in Japan, Brazil, and the United States, I am fluent in English, Japanese, and Portuguese, and I offer therapy in all three languages. My work is grounded in cultural humility, and I honor each client’s unique background, identity, and lived experience. I practice Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and other evidence-based modalities.

Marilyn Laves

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R

I am a warm and engaging therapist who believes that the foundation of a positive therapeutic relationship is a connection based upon trust and collaboration. My approach is client-centered and I work in partnership with individuals to foster strengths. I am a licensed clinical social worker with a graduate degree from the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College.

I have been providing individual therapy for adults for over 20 years. My specialties include the treatment of depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, substance abuse, and peripartum mental health. My office is conveniently located near Grand Central Station, one block from the 6 train.

Mara Heiman-Sunshine

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R

I am an experienced psychoanalyst, couples therapist, clinical supervisor/consultant and integrative psychotherapist in private practice in NYC. I work with adults, adolescents, children, couples and groups with issues that include anxiety, depression, ADD, fertility, pregnancy loss, postpartum adjustment, parenting, relationships, work, school/learning difficulties, creativity blocks, eating disorders, chronic and acute medical illness. grief, infidelity and life transitions. I also provide clinical supervision for early and mid-career clinicians in the field.

Rebecca Harmon

Psychologist, Psy.D.

I am a New York State licensed clinical psychologist who offers individual psychotherapy to adults, ages 18 years and older. I work with people who are experiencing issues of adjustment, anxiety, and/or depression, particularly due to stressful life circumstances and transitions, or challenging relationships.