Provider Directory

Taylor Washing

Master Social Worker, LMSW

I believe in creating a safe, collaborative, and judgment-free space to explore your inner world with empathy and care. I hold a Master’s from Columbia University and have provided therapy to both adults and teenagers in hospital and school settings. My background also includes working with nonprofits that support LGBTQ+ and immigrant communities, as well as survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. These experiences shape my commitment to affirming, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care.

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.

Jaclyn Ghamar

Psychologist, PsyD

Jaclyn Ghamar PsyD is a licensed psychologist working at the intersection of psychology, systems, and family structure. She has a unique ability to take complex, messy, or long avoided situations and turn them into clear, manageable, and actionable steps, especially when money intensifies the emotional and structural challenges. Her practice includes clinical treatment, parent guidance, and consultation with fiduciaries, attorneys, and advisors who support families navigating psychiatric complexity, financial transitions, and relational strain. She is known for her ability to integrate emotional insight with practical strategy and for bringing clarity to moments when mental health concerns and family decision making converge.

Johanna Herwitz

Psychologist, Ph.D.

I treat adult individuals and couples for anxiety disorders, relationship difficulties, recovering from infidelity and sexual problems. A RIE® Associate, I consult with parents of children from birth to 2 years old to facilitate respectful care for infants and toddlers.

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.

Lyn (Marilyn) S. Paul

Clinical Social Work/Therapist

Lyn (Marilyn) Paul, PhD, LCSW began her social work career in 1995 as a hospital maternal-child social worker, and later spent twenty years on faculty at Adelphi University School of Social Work, teaching courses in human behavior theory and social work practice, and advising and supervising students. Dr. Paul has researched and published on the complex psychosocial issues confronting contemporary families, especially families formed with advanced medical technology and third party assistance. Dr. Paul currently maintains a part-time clinical social work practice on the Upper West Side of Manhattan where she specializes in loss and transition and issues associated with women’s reproductive health.

Louise Bayly

Clinical Social Work/Therapist

I am a Perinatal Therapist who specializes in Women’s and Maternal Mental Health. I am licensed in DC, Maryland, Virginia, New York, and Connecticut. My passion is working with mothers and individuals who identify as female and my area of focus is in Reproductive Mental Health.

Kate Herts

Psychologist, Ph.D.

Kate Herts, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in evidence-based interventions for adults suffering from anxiety disorders, mood disorders, chronic medical problems, and women’s health concerns. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT).

Christine Grounds

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R

I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist who has been seeing patients since 2002. I specialize in working with mothers, especially mothers or children with special needs.

Elizabeth Candela

Master Social Worker, MA, LMSW, CASAC-T

I’m Elizabeth (she/her), a second-career social worker specializing in trauma, addiction, interpersonal challenges, communication, and identity. My practice is LGBTQ+-affirming, sex-positive, trauma-informed, and I welcome clients from all backgrounds and life experiences for short-term and long-term therapy.

Elsa Pelier

Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC

Elsa Pelier is a board-certified licensed art therapist, a psychotherapist, guest lecturer, educator, and published author and expert in chronic illness, bereavement and loss, and trauma treatment. Ms. Pelier maintains a private practice on the Upper east Side of Manhattan, working with children, adolescents, and adults.

Laura Gould

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Seasoned psychotherapist with expertise in couples and marriage counseling, workplace conflict, infertility/postpartum, grief/loss, anxiety/complex trauma, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Clients are adults, couples and groups seen virtually or in-person in Columbus Circle.

Teresa Thompson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am a licensed LCSW in New York and New Jersey. Clients come to me feeling unsure and insecure, repeating the same frustrating patterns over and over again, and afraid to let go of what’s not working. Our work together helps them tame that feeling of being overwhelmed, ditch old and unhealthy cycles, and finally move forward on the life path that they want. I am a graduate of the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College, and I have also completed additional advanced clinical training through the Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Study Center and the Embody Lab. My specialties include CPTSD, Bipolar Disorder, psychosis, severe depression, religious trauma, and navigating complicated family dynamics.

Elena Offerman

Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT, RDT

I'm a licensed creative arts therapist, registered drama therapist, and EMDR trained practitioner who works with adults, teens, and couples. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, identity development, life transitions, relationship concerns, and LGBTQIA+ affirming care. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, liberation focused, and affirming. My style with clients is warm, curious, and engaged.