Provider Directory

Denise Rayvid

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Denise Rayvid is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 25 years experience working with individuals and families. She has a private practice in Manhattan’s Upper West Side treating adults, adolescents, children, parents/couples and elders with a wide range of social-emotional difficulties. These issues include anxiety, depression, trauma, difficulties navigating social relationships life transitions, behavioral and learning challenges, and complicated family dynamics.

Sarah Bren

Psychologist, Ph.D

Dr. Sarah Bren holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University. She has dedicated her career to translating the science of attachment into simple, real-life strategies for parents who want to support healthy child development while not losing sight of their own mental health along the way. Dr. Bren is the co-founder and clinical director of Upshur Bren Psychology Group, where she works with parents, children, and families and leads a team of highly specialized therapists and clinical trainees. Her popular parenting podcast, Securely Attached, is ranked in the top 2% of podcasts worldwide and is a go-to resource for parents looking for judgment-free, research-backed information related to pregnancy, toddlerhood, adolescence, and everything in between.

Alena Kwong

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Welcome! I am a holistic psychotherapist with a background in yoga, meditation, wellness and Reiki. I address depressed and anxious emotions with a mind body spirit approach drawing upon ancient Eastern wisdom, Buddhism practices and through psychodynamic theory.

Are you navigating a big life change and feeling lost? Do you feel fear and overthink your decisions and second guess yourself everyday? Are you feeling depressed and lonely even when there are so many people around you? Is it hard to switch that critical voice that's on all the time? Whether you deal with work/relationship related issues, perfectionism tendencies, low self confidence, overdoing and burnout, hurt from past traumas or shame - you'll find yourself in safe and nonjudgemental space for healing and emotional holding to take place.

Gail A. Brown

Psychoanalyst, MA, LP, CGP-Certified Group

Psychodynamic Psychotherapis/Psychoanalyst
Certified Group Psychotherapist (American Group Psychotherapy Assn)
Director of Academic Training, The Center for Group Studies
Group and individual supervision

Crystal Kim

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP

I am a Columbia-trained psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in general psychiatry and women's mental health concerns. I have a warm, empathic, personable style and use my training in psychopharmacology with CBT, dynamic therapy and supportive therapy to approach my patient's mental health concerns. Before starting my practice, I had spent the past 4 years in Columbia Psychiatry's faculty practice and was trained in the Women's Program at Columbia University Medical Center. Prior to this, I practiced as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in several psychiatric emergency rooms in NYC.

Laura Rinck

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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.

Carrie Covell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I work with highly insightful women and LGBTQ+ adults navigating attachment trauma, relationships, self-worth, and identity.

I specialize in synthesizing advanced, evidence-based interventions with depth-oriented, trauma-focused, and attachment-informed care. By strategically blending behavioral, cognitive, experiential, and relational modalities, I'm able to effectively target the specific problems my clients face, facilitating both immediate, practical improvements and sustained, profound growth.

Other areas of expertise include: creatives / arts & entertainment professionals; empty nesters & parents of young adults; cancer patients & their loved ones; individuals in ENM / open / polyamorous relationships; individuals in later-stage DBT treatment (stages 2-4); and loved ones of those exhibiting traits consistent with: Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), and Substance Use Disorders (SUD).

Lauren Appio

Psychologist, Ph.D.

I provide psychotherapy and career coaching to address codependency (ACOA concerns), relationship difficulties, caregiver/helping professional stress and burnout, and career change or advancement.

Nicole Tammelleo

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW-R

I have a holistic view of therapy and use a strengths-based approach often incorporating humor and mindfulness techniques to engage with my clients. I believe that every individual possesses the capacity to make positive life changes and that these changes can occur when individuals feel understood, safe and challenged to explore new ways of thinking about their experiences.
My specialties include healthy sexuality and reproductive health. I have worked in the field of sexuality for over 15 years. In addition, I have worked with survivors of violence, including sexual abuse and intimate partner violence. There is help for everyone, and I look forward to working with you on your healing journey.

Nancy Serling

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, R

As a seasoned Psychotherapist, my private practice is unique, in that 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.

Allysen Manz

Psychologist, Ph.D.

I have been practicing since 2005 treating individuals and families. My style is eclectic, drawing from psychodynamic, experiential, interpersonal, CBT/DBT and family systems. I believe in being an active collaborator in psychotherapy sessions. My style is warm, frank, and attentive to the processes of healing and change.

Roxanne Wolanczyk

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Roxanne Wolanczyk is a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT) based in the Flatiron area of Manhattan.

Adam Banks

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, CASAC

Adam Banks is an New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Adam earned his MSW from Forhdam University in 2010 and has worked in a variety of settings, such as community mental health clinics and providing home-based family therapy. Adam focuses on infertility, ADHD, depression, anxiety, anger/stress management, and life transitions. He has the unique experience of being a male therapist who went through his own journey in building a family. Adam uses a warm, empathetic, and supportive approach to helping client with recurrent pregnancy loss, fertility preservation, third-party reproduction and ART, as well as the transition to parenthood. In addition, Adam provides consultations for intended patents, as well as evaluations for gestational carriers and egg/sperm donors. Adam utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and other approaches in his work with clients.
Adam currently sees clients virtually or in-person in Riverdale (Bronx) and Poughkeepsie, NY. Adam is the MET Chapter Chairperson of the Infertility/Family Building Practice Committee of the New York State Society for Clinical Social Work, as well as a member of the Mental Health Professional Group of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.

Alexandra Rau

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PC

I’ve been in private practice since 2004, working with adults individually, in couples, and in groups. My style is warm, empathic, and collaborative. I strive to create a non-judgmental space where you can be yourself and share freely. You’ll find me listening intently, asking questions, but also allowing for moments of quiet reflection. My approach is informed by my training in psychoanalysis as well as cognitive behavioral therapies, and I believe that a good therapeutic fit, where you feel truly seen and heard, can be transformative.