Provider Directory

Melanie Stern

Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in alcohol and substance use issues and individual adult therapy. I see clients in my Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, office and virtually on zoom.

Natalia Ng

Psychiatrist

Dr. Natalia Ng is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult and women’s mental health. She has particular expertise in supporting women throughout their reproductive journeys, including those who are trying to conceive, pregnant, or in the postpartum period. Dr. Ng provides comprehensive care that includes both medication management and psychotherapy, tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

Julia Werman Zwerin

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Julia Werman Zwerin, LCSW is a psychotherapist who works closely with her clients to resolve relationship issues, reduce emotional distress and explore feelings that may manifest as depression, unhappiness or anxiety. The primary goal is to overcome destructive patterns. Julia received her degree in Clinical Social Work from Hunter College School of Social Work.

Laura B. Kestemberg

Psychologist, Ph.D.

My career in mental health as a licensed psychologist spans more than 25 years and includes various professional roles which include running my private practice, working as a university professor, and at different points, as a clinician, clinical supervisor or director in various NYC hospitals, schools, and community clinics. My professional background of direct service, scholarly work, and teaching at the graduate and doctoral level has given me a well-rounded perspective when working alongside my patients. I feel fortunate that due to my training I can provide the most effective, cutting edge, and evidence-based techniques to my patients. I work hard to empower individuals to effectively reach their goals and gain insight into what is most concerning them. On a personal level, I am multilingual and multicultural, and I often work with clients who are navigating the intersections of their various identities related to their family of origin, culture, and religion, as well as their race, gender and sexual identity. My style is warm, down-to-earth, direct and interactive. I work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages, either in person or through virtual sessions. I work with couples as well as individuals.

Sheila M Torres

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R

I am an LCSW-R with a practice in Garden City, NY. I have more than 20 years of experience with individuals and couples struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transistion and relationship issues. I offer treatment both remotely and in-person to adults over the age of 20.

Beth A. Althofer

Psychoanalyst, Ph.D.

I am a nationally-certified psychotherapist and a licensed psychoanalyst, practicing on the Upper East Side for over 35 years with individuals, couples and groups.

Anastasia Voron

Mental Health Counselor

I am a NY-based psychotherapist specializing in maternal mental health through all stages, including pregnancy, postpartum, and the early stages of parenthood. I hold a BA from Barnard College, Columbia University, and an MA from NYU in Counseling in Mental Health and Wellness.

SUSAN HEIN

Psychoanalyst, LP, MPS, NCPsyA

Hello, As a seasoned psychoanalyst practicing psychodynamic psychotherapy, I deal with issues of depression, anxiety, relationship and social life problems, aging, marital and partner conflicts in younger and older couples, parenting (including adoption related issues,) divorce, loss, spousal and/or family member's dementia, etc... My practice includes adults of all ages -- individuals and couples.
Most of my work with clients is virtual. I accept OON and will present a Super Bill when requested. I am In Network with a few companies and offer a relatively low fee sliding scale for self pay.
The best way to reach me is by email: heinsusan@aol.com

Leah Lurye

Psychologist, PsyD

I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Manhattan in Chelsea and via Telehealth. I have developed a speciality in treating parent-infant dyads, young children, adolescents, parents, and young adults with a range of presenting concerns, including: emotion regulation difficulties, issues with attachment, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, interpersonal and relationship issues, life transitions, family conflict, and parenting challenges. I also provide parenting support and family therapy. I am trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive-behavioral techniques, and work from an integrative, attachment based, and developmental lens.

Elaine Oswald

Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, CCEP

I am an art therapist and somatic psychotherapist, specializing in highly sensitive people (HSPs), the adult siblings of people with special needs, artists, trauma, and anxiety. My approach to psychotherapy is holistic, integrating mind, body and spirit.

Marta Laurette

Clinical Social Work/Therapist

I am a licensed clinical social work therapist, practicing psychotherapy since 2013. I specialize in treating adults with the following conditions: depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, relationship issues, parenting challenges, grief and life-stage transitions. I offer individual, couple and group therapy. I use psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapies, relational and mindfulness approaches and Gottman Method. I incorporate dream work, meditation, and breathing and relaxation exercises into my sessions. 

I am fluent in both English and Polish and I provide psychotherapy services in both languages. I am licensed to practice psychotherapy in New York and Illinois.

In addition to psychotherapy services, I have been offering clinical supervision to LMSW and LMHC practitioners since 2022.

Alyssa Baron

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am a psychotherapist licensed in New Jersey and Connecticut with a specialty in infertility, reproductive health and women's health. Having worked in infertility centers for several years, I am available for consultation and assessment for those patients who are using a third party to help create their family.

Elisabeth Salner

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH, PMH-C

I am a licensed clinical social worker with my certification in perinatal mental health. I provide affirming and social justice-oriented supportive care to individual clients in New York.
I am an active therapist with a pragmatic, client-centered approach to my work. I often utilize techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients meet their goals and make positive changes. I like to cultivate a safe holding space for everyone I work with to express their feelings freely and without judgment.
My previous experience has been in working with LGBTQI- identified individuals as well as individuals living with HIV, Herpes, cancers, and other chronic illnesses.

Danielle Esposito

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I utilize a combination of psychodynamic and CBT approaches, specializing in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, and self-perception challenges, transitions associated with significant milestones, and navigating pre/postpartum and all stages of child rearing.