Provider Directory

Nancy Freeman-Carroll is a clinical psychologist-psychoanalyst in private practice in Manhattan. Areas of interest include: Lifespan development for women, transition to motherhood, response to infertility, disclosure of assisted conception, early infant development; general clinical concerns of depression, anxiety, trauma, struggles with self definition, choices in work and relationships. A supervising analyst at the WAWI, Dr. Freeman-Carroll is available for supervision with candidates, graduate students and mental health professionals. Consultations are also available for potential recipient parents of assisted conception, known and anonymous donors, and surrogates. Support for parental anxiety regarding school admissions--from nursery programs to college--is also an area of expertise.

Dr. Nicole Van Nortwick, a licensed clinical psychologist with over two decades of experience, specializes in individuals and couples/families. Her expertise encompasses relationships, attachment, and perinatal mental health. Dr. Van Nortwick is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at New York University (NYU) and formerly held a position at Columbia University, where she co-founded the Women’s Program Team at New York Presbyterian Hospital. Additionally, she served as the Chief Clinical Service Officer and Director of Training at The Motherhood Center. Dr. Van Nortwick’s extensive clinical experience, expertise across the lifespan, and compassionate approach enable her to support women’s mental health and family systems effectively, with a keen ability to translate psychological theory into practical tools that benefit her patients.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent years navigating corporate environments in marketing, finance, and tech startups. I understand firsthand the pressure of demanding careers, the stress of professional pivots, and the challenge of balancing personal identity with professional drive.

Robin Zachary is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over thirty years of experience treating adults in both individual and couples therapy. She brings expertise in the treatment of trauma, having been on staff in various leadership roles, at the Victims of Violence Program at Cambridge Hospital/Harvard Medical School for twenty five years. Her work is grounded in a psychodynamic, relational approach, with the ability to weave in EMDR, hypnotherapy, sensory-motor, internal family systems, and mindfulness techniques. Robin earned her MSW at Smith College.

Lindsay Nickens, LCSW, is a psychotherapist and Co-Founder & Clinical Director of Modern Talk, a boutique practice serving clients in Manhattan and South Florida. With over a decade of clinical experience, she specializes in working with high-achieving individuals, couples, and families facing complex emotional and relational challenges, including trauma and substance misuse, with a focus on creating meaningful, sustainable change.
Her approach combines in-depth psychodynamic psychotherapy with direct, practical intervention, allowing her to effectively treat high-conflict dynamics, infidelity, and the intersection of career, family, and relationships. Lindsay also oversees clinical training and supervision within her practice, positioning her as a trusted leader and mentor in the field.

Licensed clinical psychologist in NY & NJ, providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment for trauma/PTSD, anxiety, substance use, and chronic pain.

Dr. Alexia Electris is a licensed clinical psychologist, creative arts therapist, and co-founder of Thalassa Psychological Services. She specializes in women’s mental health across the lifespan, including infertility, pregnancy loss, postpartum adjustment, parenting, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. She also works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with offices in the Village and Brooklyn Heights. I support individuals and couples in their 20s and 30s, and focus on issues related to quarter-life crises.

I am bilingual (English/Spanish) and bicultural psychologist with over ten years of experience working with individuals of varying ages and life experiences. I am licensed in New York and California, United States, as well as Ontario, Canada. Many of my clients experience difficulty finding joy or feeling connected to others after experiencing a sudden life change or trauma. Many of my clients are also working professionals who struggle with managing stress in their everyday lives. I am particularly sensitive to clients dealing with symptoms of anxiety, trauma, depression and moments of transition such as breakups, work-related issues and family conflicts. I have specialized training and expertise in trauma.

Stephanie is an ANCC Board-Certified PMHNP known for bringing calm, clarity, and connection to complex clinical situations. With over 13 years in psychiatric nursing, she provides psychotherapy and medication management for adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, mood disorders, burnout, and life transitions. Stephanie currently works in the Women’s Mental Health Program at NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health. Her experience spans Child/Adolescent Psychiatry, Mood Disorders, Acute Psychosis, Eating Disorders, Geriatric Psychiatry, Correctional Mental Health, Mobile Crisis, and culturally informed care with the Orthodox Jewish community. She also teaches undergraduate nursing students at Molloy University and precepts PMHNP students, integrating evidence-based care with emotional intelligence and authentic human connection.

I believe effective therapy begins with a strong client-therapist relationship. Together we create a space of trust and connection, to explore what feels most pressing for you now, as well as old patterns that may be holding you back from greater happiness and ease.

Pam Skop is a licensed mental health counselor whose focus is on women’s mental health issues, with a particular interest in the postpartum period and parenting. Pam has received additional training in behavioral therapies and is also a 200 hour registered yoga teacher and postpartum doula. Her practice focuses on the importance of the mind-body connection.

I am a fully trained Gestalt therapist and a Certified EMDR Therapist through EMDRIA. I have been practicing since 2008.I currently see individuals on Tues Wednesdays and Thursdays in person as well as virtual in my office located in the West Village

Kait Towner, LMHC, PMH-C is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Perinatal Mental Health provider serving women throughout New York. She specializes in pregnancy, postpartum, birth trauma, pregnancy loss, infertility, mom rage, anxiety, and the emotional challenges of modern motherhood. Kait provides compassionate, trauma-informed therapy to help women better understand themselves, regulate their nervous systems, and navigate motherhood with greater confidence, self-compassion, and support.