Provider Directory

Sheba Antony

Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CCMHC, NCC

Sheba Antony is specialized in the treatment of eating disorders, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders. Sheba has a South Asian background and has an interest in working with BIPOC clients. She works from a Health-At-Every-Size perspective and a trauma-informed approach. She has experience working in higher levels of care and working with children, adolescents, and adults.

Rachel Ward

Psychiatrist, MD

**Currently unable to accept new patients** I am a board-certified psychiatrist with a relatively eclectic background and a commitment to maintaining a warm, open and non-judgmental space for all individuals I work with. I am experienced and comfortable diagnosing & treating a wide variety of mental health concerns, including trauma-related issues, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, perinatal and postpartum depression/anxiety/psychosis, and adult ADD/ADHD. I am trained and experienced in providing a number of treatments, including medications, psychotherapy (CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic or Insight-oriented psychotherapy, Relational psychotherapy, Somatic & Attachment Focused EMDR), light therapies (e.g. for seasonal mood symptoms), and nutritional/lifestyle modification for improving quality of life and functioning.

Anna R. Edwards

Psychologist, Ph.D.

Anna R. Edwards, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety disorders and related conditions. Her areas of expertise include the treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), social anxiety disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, agoraphobia, and depression

Kelsie Smagler

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am a psychodynamic therapist who believes the client-therapist bond is an essential part of the healing process. I specialize in anxiety and relationship issues and use a variety of therapeutic modalities to fit my clients' individual needs. My clients and I work together to recognize and harness their strengths, which empowers them to tap into their resilience. I aim to create a safe, warm, and trusting atmosphere where clients feel comfortable being themselves!

Sara Kotzin

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, SEP

Sara Kotzin is a licensed clinical social worker, trauma-therapist and an assistant professor of social work at Lehman College. She has a private practice in New York City, with the option of Telehealth. She is committed to supporting resilience within a trauma-informed, antiracist lens.

Stephanie Simon

Psychologist, Psy.D.

I am a clinical psychologist and run a small group practice in NYC called City Lights Psychology (www.citylightspsychology.com). I was formerly a staff psychologist at The Motherhood Center of New York. I work primarily with women and their families during the perinatal period and couples across the lifespan. I work from a psychoanalytic framework, specifically object relations, and also have training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples. My approach is integrative, warm, and direct.

Jillian Kaufman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW

Jillian is a clinical social worker, an adjunct instructor with NYU, and founder of Wavelength Psychotherapy in NYC and NJ. She is an active advocate in fighting against sexual violence and facilitates a variety of workshops on masculinity, consent, somatic therapy, and more.

Monica Roquitte

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA

I have been in private practice for 25+ years working with high-achieving adults to help them improve relationships, manage stress, and realize potential. Issues we may address in our work together may include anxiety, depression, divorce, trauma, burnout, relationships, parenting, career advancement, and major life decisions. My style is collaborative; I take a psychodynamic approach that flexibly incorporates strategies from CBT, IFS, EMDR, mindfulness, and positive psychology. My background includes a Wharton MBA, and I have experience with many successful professionals of diverse backgrounds working in finance and healthcare.

Elizabeth Donovan

Psychologist, PhD

People work with me in therapy when when they want to understand themselves better, express themselves more authentically, build stronger social connections, and get through a big life transition. I have openings for therapy sessions and neurodivergence-affirming autism assessments.

Kat Safavi

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, M.Ed.

Kat Safavi has nearly 20 years of experience working with patients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma and grief. She has extensive experience working with patients diagnosed with ALS, Parkinson’s and movement disorders, brain tumors and Glioblastomas, epilepsy, dementia, MS, and other neurological disorders who are adjusting to diagnosis and disease progression. Kat is well-versed in palliative and hospice care and end of life planning and bereavement counseling. Kat has worked with patients who are seeking gender-affirming care. Kat’s approach to therapy is psychodynamic and trauma-informed and she tailors therapy to individual needs drawing from her training in CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness

Cora Goldfarb

Psychoanalyst, LP, LCAT

I am a licensed psychoanalyst and a licensed creative arts therapist and I work with adults, couples, adolescents, and children in downtown Brooklyn and virtually. Through utilizing relational psychoanalytic psychotherapy, mindfulness, and creative arts therapy techniques my patients work towards increasing their self-esteem, improving their relationships, understanding family conflicts, and accepting themselves for who they are. My specialties include working with women who are struggling with fertility issues, perinatal mood disorders, and the challenges of parenting. In addition I have experience in working with creative people, ADHD, patients who have a history of trauma, eating disorders, and people who are affected by addiction.

Stephanie Verdeflor

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP-BC

Stephanie is an ANCC Board-Certified PMHNP known for bringing calm, clarity, and connection to complex clinical situations. With over twelve 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.

Sofia Frank

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R

I am a psychotherapist working with adults and teens with anxiety, depression and eating disorders. I utilize CBT, DBT and psychodynamic psychotherapy.

Stacia Thiel

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am an experienced NY/NJ licensed integrative clinical social worker offering a trauma informed approach to treat adult individuals, couples and families. I am EMDR certified, hypnotherapy certified, and have extensive experience and training in marriage & family therapy incorporating EFT for couples, attachment based interventions and Discernment Counseling Certification for Couples. I work collaboratively and holistically with my clients to address personal and relational challenges specializing in anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, behavioral struggles as well as unresolved emotional injuries from childhood. Equally, I work with and provide support for couples & families navigating life transitions and challenges such as; parenting, health diagnosis, retirement, divorce, grief/loss, intimacy, parenting and, infidelity. I frequently work with artists, designers, writers & actors and support creative exploration and the mind/body connection as a path toward healing.