Provider Directory

Lucia Vail, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist with offices in midtown Manhattan and Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Vail practices individual and couple therapy with adults. She has been in private practice since 2005. With extensive experience and advanced training in both the cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic traditions, Dr. Vail specializes in helping individuals who struggle in stormy relationships, those who feel lonely or isolated, and those who too often feel frustrated and disappointed by their interactions with others, including in past experiences of psychotherapy. They may have experienced trauma or other early life stress, and may feel anxious and depressed. They may have been diagnosed with mood or personality disorders.

I treat people suffering from personal or professional anxiety, negative self-beliefs, and those unable to communicate or set boundaries with others. I also connect with individuals trying to heal from trauma and young adults navigating the twists and turns life throws their way. High-achievers, people-pleasers, and life-transitioners often find their way into my practice.

I am a couples therapist certified in the Gottman Method. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist providing therapy sessions both online and in person in Mamaroneck, NY.

Couples therapy can be helpful at any stage of a relationship. Common reasons for seeking couples therapy include: frequent fighting/conflicts, poor communication, emotional distancing between partners, and specific problems such as infidelity, sexual difficulties, money, and parenting.

I take a collaborative approach with my couples. Together, together we will determine treatment goals based on the strengths and areas of vulnerability in your relationship. In couples therapy you will learn how to manage conflict more effectively, build intimacy, respect, and affection, and deepen your empathy and understanding of one another.

Elise is a NYC based psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and life transitions with a psychodynamic and relational approach. She works with adults, adolescents, and couples seeking support through periods of change and uncertainty, mental health concerns, and challenging relational dynamics. Her practice is located in Midtown, Manhattan as well as virtually for NY and CT residents.

I work with teens and adults to help them understand the impact of past experiences on the present, but also focus on the here and now. I incorporate breathing and meditation practices to cope with everyday stress.

Lorraine Caputo, LCSW has 30 years of experience as a psychodynamic psychotherapist and provides a warm and safe environment for patients who want to change how they think and feel about their lives and their relationships. She is trained in Relational Psychoanalysis, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), a short-term treatment for depression which focuses on relationships, and attachment-based EMDR. She recently published a Chapter in Psychoanalytic Treatment of Eating Disorders: When Words Fail and Bodies Speak.

I am a warm and thoughtful psychotherapist with nearly 20 years of experience. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, disordered eating, body image dissatisfaction, perfectionism, trauma, and grief. I work extensively with runners and yogis. I offer an eclectic approach; integrating a host of theoretical orientations, mindfulness, compassion, and coping techniques.

Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst in Private Practice

Affiliated with New York Presbyterian Hospital

Dr. Charnas is in private practice on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. She treats young adults and adults with depression, anxiety, social, occupational, and interpersonal difficulties, relationship and adjustment problems, phase-of-life issues, and maladaptive behaviors. Dr. Charnas is active, relatable, and directive, emphasizing patient strengths and adaptive functioning. Treatment is focused on the here-and-now, but historical experiences and relationships are explored with the purpose of gaining insight into present conflicts.

Trained in the tradition of psychodynamic psychotherapy, I spent many years initially treating patients with severe and persistent psychiatric disorders and eventually teaching and supervising in the residency and psychology internship programs at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. After some additional years doing administrative work for the NYS Office of Mental Health (several facilities), I switched my focus from a public health perspective to independent practice, continuing my work individually with adults as well as with couples and families. Although my primary orientation toward psychopathology and treatment continues to be psychodynamic, I occasionally integrate some cognitive behavioral tools into the psychotherapy; I was certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy when the treatment was initiated at the facility in which I was an administrator.

Alyssa Freeman is a clinical social worker based in Brooklyn, NY working with patients in-person and virtually. Her practice spans a diverse group of adults, adolescents and children each of whom, based in personal experience, come
to treatment. She begins psychotherapy by thinking
about presenting difficulties and the context. She works with people who struggle with anxieties, mood disorders, trauma and relationship
difficulties, all of which, when not deeply thought about,
interfere with a stable sense of self. She has a long-standing
specialization working with adults and children who are
living with and impacted by illness, divorce and all the
associated complications of blending and loss. She work with
mothers and parents who are at risk for perinatal and post-partum
depression and /or anxiety, offering parent-infant therapy to
support early bonding and secure attachment.

I am an experienced therapist and supervisor with over 20 years in the field. I welcome the opportunity to get to know you and the unique challenges you are facing. I will work with you to determine how to prioritize your goals and optimize your daily coping skills. My warm, empathic approach takes into consideration the unique issues that come with your culture, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation. My passion is helping older adolescents and young adults achieve the independence they strive for. I am also certified as a perinatal mental health therapist and support new mothers/parents on their journey.
I value IN PERSON therapy and hold sessions during the morning and afternoon hours.  I am conveniently located in Florham Park, NJ. Virtual therapy is an option as well.  Parking lot is available on site. I look forward to working with you to build a life worth living.

Dr. Basha Silver is a New York State licensed clinical psychologist. She earned a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology-Yeshiva University and a B.A. from Colgate University. Dr. Silver specializes in the treatment of anxiety (e.g. social anxiety, panic, generalized anxiety, perfectionism). She has particular interest in reproductive mental health, infertility, postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, and the many identity shifts and competing demands that surface amongst new parents. She also enjoys addressing issues related to midlife transitions/identity shifts, as well as to young adulthood, including relationship stressors, familial strain, career concerns, and imposter syndrome.

I am a general psychiatrist and have been caring for women throughout my three decades of practice. I practice general psychiatry and specialize in the areas of eating disorders, mood disorders and the management of illness in pregnant and postpartum women.
I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy, supportive psychotherapy and also utilize cognitive-behavioral techniques. I provide pharmacologic treatment to my patients as well as to those of referring colleagues. I am a member of the Academy for Eating Disorders. Throughout my career, I have taught and supervised medical students and psychiatric residents. I have lectured to the public on women's stress, eating disorders and postpartum depression.