Provider Directory

Mary C. Gallagher

Psychologist, Psy.D.

Dr. Mary Carnesale Gallagher is a licensed clinical psychologist located in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based approaches. Dr. Gallagher works with children, adolescents, and adults. She has expertise in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and stress management.

Ali Swoish

Mental Health Counselor, M.A., Ed.M., LMHC

My clinical work is grounded in disability justice & the neurodiversity paradigm. Taken together, these movements teach us that diversity of bodies & brains are essential to the human experience. I specialize in complex trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, identity exploration & transitional stress. I have a particular passion for working with performers, including dancers, actors & other creatives, as well as athletes.

I approach therapy from a relational psychodynamic perspective, meaning I help clients understand how past relationships & early experiences shape their current emotional well-being, relationships & sense of self. My commitment to intersectionality, accessibility & autonomy means that I tailor my approach to each individual’s unique identities & desires.

Idil Franko

Psychologist, PsyD

Dr. Idil Franko is a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adolescents, young adults, adults, and families. She is also an adjunct clinical supervisor at the Psychological Center at CUNY. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress, emotion regulation difficulties, and teen/family challenges. She draws on extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Behavioral Parent Training. Dr. Franko currently works at Columbia’s Medical Center and will be starting her private practice in November. She has availability to take on new patients.

Melissa Walker

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LICSW

Melissa Walker, LCSW-R, LICSW, is a psychodynamic psychotherapist in Greenwich Village, in practice since 2007. She works with individuals, couples and other pairs, and groups, with a particular focus on recurring relationship patterns and a sub-specialty in working with adoptees. She also provides consultation and supervision to clinicians. In person and by telehealth in NY, VT, and FL.

Richard Collie

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R

I have been in private practice since 2006, specializing in trauma and addiction. I am certified in EMDR, Presence Psychotherapy, and Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR), and integrate somatic approaches and Internal Family Systems (IFS) into my work. I work with individuals and couples both in person and online, and facilitate two in-person psychotherapy groups for men in Greenwich Village.

Nneka Symister

Clinical Social Work/Therapist

My name is Nneka Symister, and I am a licensed clinical social worker with over two decades of experience in social services, including more than ten years in private practice. I have worked with diverse populations throughout New York.

I specialize in supporting individuals navigating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, infertility, grief and loss, relationship challenges, and life stressors. My work integrates CBT, EMDR, interpersonal therapy, mindfulness, stress management, and meditation.

Mandana Ashrafi

Psychiatrist, MD

Adult psychiatrist, in-person, virtual, English, Farsi, Aetna, UMR Mount Sinai top tier, medication management, psychodynamic psychotherapy; Depression, Bipolar disorders, trauma related disorders , OCD, trichotillomania.

Karen Perlman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Karen Perlman, LCSW is a seasoned clinician, with over 3 decades of experience, who works with individuals, couples, families and groups. Her early training from NYU Silverman School of Social Work, and Ackerman Institute for the Family informed her treatment as a family systems therapist. In more recent years, she has incorporated an evidenced based approach using CBT to treat depression and anxiety, as well as a relationship model that helps her clients disentangle from power struggles and learn skills for more effective communication. Professionally trained as an ADHD coach, she often uses coaching in combination with CBT for her clients with executive function challenges. With expertise as an integrative nutrition coach, she naturally employs a holistic approach to her understanding and treatment of a variety of emotional and health oriented issues. Currently, she is deepening her expertise in helping patients with OCD using Exposure Response Prevention (ERP). She is guided by her keen intuition and strong knowledge base in a variety of therapies, deep empathy and sense of humor, when helping her clients achieve their therapeutic goals and ultimate potential. As a therapist with a disability, she has a deep appreciation for life's challenges, pain, loss and suffering and has learned the art of "transforming obstacles into opportunities,"

Michelle Humi

Psychologist

Dr. Michelle Humi, a New York State-licensed clinical psychologist, offers a warm, empathetic approach to individual therapy sessions with adolescents, young adults, and adults. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety, mood difficulties, work/life transitions, and interpersonal and relationship dynamics. She also has expertise in parenting work, helping parents understand their child's emotions and behavior while providing practical strategies to improve family dynamics and child behavior. Dr. Humi builds rapport and a collaborative partnership with clients, helping them feel comfortable and understood while integrating Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic therapeutic techniques.

Carolyn Weiss

Psychologist, Psy.D., PMH-C

I specialize in trauma recovery and stress resilience. I have a decade of experience and received cutting-edge training in evidence-based treatments for trauma (EMDR, CPT, PE, IFS), depression and anxiety (ACT, CBT-D, MBSR), sleep (CBT-I, IRT), couples (CBCT, IBCT) and reproductive health. Whatever challenges you are facing, we will work together to deploy empowering, research-based strategies that foster resilience and promote healing.

Lindsay Nejmeh

Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC

Lindsay Nejmeh, LMHC | Lindsay is a graduate of the Manhattan College Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling program. Since 2010, she has worked in a variety of settings pertaining to women’s mental health. Lindsay specializes in women's, maternal, and perinatal mental health. Additionally, she holds expertise in familial trauma and relationship issues. Currently, she maintains her private practice in lower Manhattan. She uses a variety of modalities including attachment focused, psychodynamic, relational, cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, and mindfulness techniques. Lindsay is a bilingual therapist, serving both Spanish and English speaking clientele.

Rebecca Weiser

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am a dedicated therapist anchored in a humanistic, strengths-based approach to addressing mental health concerns.

Martha Bennett

Psychologist

I am a clinical psychologist licensed in NY, NJ, and CA. I specialize in helping preteens, teens, and adults adapt to life transitions - whether in relationships, at work/school, or changes in family structure. I treat symptoms of anxiety and depression, as well as working to improve the quality of interpersonal relationships. My therapeutic style is supportive, engaged, and collaborative.

Barbara Leff

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am a seasoned therapist with over 30 years of clinical experience, specializing in addictions, mood disorders, infertility, and adoption. I work with individuals and couples, ages 16 to 85, utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach tailored to each client's unique needs. A sliding scale is available, with session rates starting at $125.