Provider Directory

Ronny Diamond

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am an Ackerman Institute trained couple and family therapist, and I also work with individuals.

Joan Lavender

Psychologist, Psy.D.

I am a psychologist and psychotherapist with over thirty years experience as a clinician, supervisor, writer and presenter. Three elements that distinguish my work are the emphasis on Experiential Process (which has been shown to be an essential factor in the psychological change process) and the appreciation of Relational experience (the client's significant relationships, as well as our relationship, of client and therapist.)
My initial training in dance therapy has taught me that nonverbal behavior can be a path inviting us to a deeper exploration in sessions.

Sarah Azarchi

Psychiatrist, MD, MSc

I am a NYU-trained board-certified psychiatrist & psychotherapy in NJ and NY. I am dedicated to providing compassionate and collaborative psychiatric care that honors your unique journey. I offer comprehensive treatment that integrates psychotherapy and medication management.

Cara Gardenswartz

Psychologist, PhD

I am the founder of GroupTherapyNY and GroupTherapyLA. I lead a team of highly skilled therapists who work with individuals, children/teens, couples, groups, and families, providing in-person sessions as well as virtual services. The practice is designed to offer personalized and comprehensive therapeutic services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. The practice is designed to offer personalized and comprehensive therapeutic services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. The therapists and psychologists each utilize various modalities, including Psychodynamic therapy, DBT, CBT, EMDR, Brainspotting, Biofeedback, Insight-oriented therapy, Play Therapy, and Somatic Therapy and various Couples modalities. We also offer life-coaching services.

Anitta George

Psychologist, Ph.D.

Hi there! Do your emotions feel like a tangled knot inside you? Anytime our feelings or behaviors interfere with living our best life, therapy can help. I am passionate about working with adults, children and couples dealing with emotional struggles.

Dana Vieira

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I focus on the treatment of adolescents and adults by integrating both psychodynamic and CBT principles. I aid my clients in achieving meaningful and lasting change by helping them better understand their thoughts, feelings and behaviors.

Gauri Khurana

Psychiatrist, MD, MPH

Gauri Khurana, MD, MPH, is a child, adolescent & adult psychiatrist specializing in the treatment of ADHD, mood and anxiety disorders. Dr. Khurana provides comprehensive diagnostic evaluation, psychopharmacology when indicated, and psychodynamic psychotherapy. She has a special interest in working with college and graduate students as that is the age when mental illness often first appears and is in the context of great transition. Dr. Khurana also has an interest in working with females with anxiety and PTSD throughout their life span. Dr. Khurana trained in adult psychiatry at Yale University and completed a special year of training at the Department of Health Services working with undergraduate and graduate students at the university. She also completed a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at New York University. Dr. Khurana was the assistant direct of the Harlem Hospital CPEP. She is currently in full time private practice in Union Square and is a clinical instructor at the Yale University School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry.

Catherine Birndorf

Psychiatrist, MD

Catherine Birndorf, MD is co-founder and medical director of The Motherhood Center of New York. She is a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Obstetrics/Gynecology and founding director of the Payne Whitney Women’s Program at The New York Presbyterian Hospital - Weill Cornell Medical Center in Manhattan.

Avi Miodownik

Psychologist, Psy.D., ABPP

Avi Miodownik, Psy.D., ABPP is a board-certified clinical psychologist in private practice, licensed in New York and New Jersey, specializing in adults and older adults coping with health-related changes and aging.

Nancy Serling

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, R

As a seasoned Psychotherapist, my private practice is unique, all services are determined by the specific needs of the individual, couple and/or family that reaches out for assistance. Areas of special interest include: anxiety, depression, addiction of any kind, mood and personality disorders, couples therapy, college students and teenagers. Both in-person and virtual services are available. I am certified to supervise LMSW students.

Amy M. Althoff

Psychoanalyst

Women need to be listened to. Therapy offers a powerful and unique space to find one's voice and become an expert at expressing needs, wants, and ideas.

Deborah Levin

Psychologist

Deborah Levin, Psy.D. is a licensed psychologist in Midtown Manhattan and Westchester who provides individual psychotherapy for adults. She helps clients navigate anxiety, mood-related issues, trauma and loss, life transitions and relationship struggles with a compassionate, thoughtful and insight-oriented approach.

Theresa Sturley

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I'm a psychodynamic, EMDR therapist based in Brooklyn Heights. I help people overcome relationship issues, work struggles, divorce, parenting difficulties, divorce, grief, infertility and loss of many kinds. I also treat many different kinds of trauma that may be underlying a feeling of stuckness that is getting in the way of leading an optimal life.

Kristin Michaelson

Master Social Worker, LSW, LMSW, Ed.M

Kristin specializes in working with overwhelmed adults and is a dually licensed social worker in New Jersey and New York. She spent 20 years working with children, families, and adults in the education & parent coaching industry before becoming a clinician. Kristin focuses on anxiety, depression, work-life balance, rebuilding networks during new stages of life, stepfamilies/blended families. She is a solution-focused & collaborative clinician.