Provider Directory

I am a neuropsychologist and clinical psychologist specialized in working with children, adolescents, and young adults who present with various academic, emotional, and behavioral challenges. 

Tatyana Mestechkina, Ph.D. is the Founder and Clinical Director of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Better Living. She is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, practicing in New York, New Jersey and Florida.

She has particular expertise and interest in using evidence-based treatment for obsessive compulsive spectrum, anxiety disorders and women's issues. She was trained by a world-renowned expert in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP/ExRP), the gold-standard of OCD treatment. She often incorporates mindfulness and acceptance techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to supplement exposure work.

I am a clinical psychologist-psychoanalyst in private practice with a full-time office in New York City, currently working virtually on zoom. My main focus is on providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and small groups in both short-term and long-term treatments. I work with all the general areas of difficulty such as anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. My main area if interest, however, is in family building, including (in)fertility, adoption, and third party reproduction. I also have expertise in the areas of eating disorders, compulsions, and addictions. My treatment orientation is interpersonal/relational as well as pragmatic and practical.

Co host on the podcast, "Fables in Finance: The Unconscious Stories We Tell Ourselves About Money," I am a therapist and educator at the National Institute for the Psychotherapies. I focus on helping young adults and their families navigate the psychological complexities of multi-generational wealth. Co host on the podcast, "Fables in Finance: The Unconscious Stories We Tell Ourselves About Money," I am a therapist and educator at the National Institute for the Psychotherapies. I focus on helping young adults and their families navigate the psychological complexities of multi-generational wealth. I help them discover the values and implications of money in relationships while clarifying financial beliefs and practices that promote emotional prosperity. In addition, I have a more general practice focused on couples, gender/sexuality, depression, substance misuse, and life transitions.
My postgraduate training includes psychoanalytic techniques, money management, Gottman, EFT, Imago, and studies in sexualities/gender. I work with intergenerational wealth, depression/disregulation, gender creativity and queerness, sexual abuse/trauma, conflicts in family and work, infidelity and sex life, parenting, artistic challenges, substance misuse.

My name is Nneka Symister, and I am a licensed clinical social worker with over two decades of experience in social services, including more than ten years in private practice. I have worked with diverse populations throughout New York.

I specialize in supporting individuals navigating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, infertility, grief and loss, relationship challenges, and life stressors. My work integrates CBT, EMDR, interpersonal therapy, mindfulness, stress management, and meditation.

Hannah Rogawski, born and raised in Los Angeles, California, is a licensed psychotherapist with specialized training from Columbia University in New York. She received her MSW from Columbia University and is a LCSW licensed in New York, Florida, and California.

Hannah maintains a private practice in Beverly Hills, California. She also sees patients virtually in New York, Florida, and Washington State. She focuses on treating anxiety, depression, and trauma, using a range of evidence-based approaches including IFS, DBT, CBT, and psychodynamic therapy.

Committed to staying current with the latest psychology modalities, Hannah offers compassionate and personalized care to each of her patients. She also provides the option of incorporating her Golden Retriever therapy dog into sessions, for those who seek additional support during their therapy.

I support individuals, families, and groups navigating a wide range of human experiences, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, parenting challenges, relationship concerns, women's issues, work-related stress, trauma, chronic illness, cancer diagnoses, survivorship, loss, and grief. In addition, I have a deep understanding of cultural and racial identity, immigration experiences, and the ongoing process of acculturation and integration honoring one’s own roots and values. I provide psychotherapy, supervision and consulting services. I am a bicultural and multilingual therapist welcoming individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NYS and hold an Oncology Social Work Certificate. I have extensive experience in healthcare settings—both inpatient and outpatient— in non-profit organizations and in private practice. My therapeutic approach is mindful, holistic, and strength-based. I tailor care that is effective and aligned with who you are.
I work with people across the lifespan — adults, young adults, adolescents, and children — with a warm, honest, and collaborative approach. I believe that therapy is a shared space where we commit to showing up as our authentic selves to accomplish progress. Together, we create a foundation of safety and trust, allowing for meaningful growth in the areas you choose to explore.

Hi there! My name is Samantha, aka The Blonde Therapist, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in New York. I believe in challenging the notion of a "blank slate therapist, and encompass my own personality into my role as a therapist. I understand that therapy cannot utilize a "one size fits all" approach in order to best meet the needs of each client.  I work with teens, young adults, and adult women who may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, perfectionism, relationship issues, and people-pleasing tendencies.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with Diagnostic Privilege (LMHC-D) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) serving clients in both NY and NJ, and I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC). Additionally, I am a 300hr-Certified Hot Yoga Instructor with 8 years of experience working in various mental health settings and 4 years of counseling experience with a focus on guiding individuals through their mental health journeys and integrating mind-body principles into sessions. I work with individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, while specializing in working with highly ambitious young adult and adult women navigating anxiety, PTSD/C-PTSD, sexual trauma, attachment wounds, unhealthy relationship dynamics, perfectionism, and hyper-independence. Often, these patterns develop as forms of protection and survival, leaving individuals feeling emotionally disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck despite appearing highly capable on the outside.

I am a psychotherapist practicing on the Upper East Side and in Bergen County, NJ. I work with individuals, couples, and families, specializing in cancer/chronic illness, anxiety spectrum disorders, grief and loss, caregiver support, life transitions, women’s issues, relationship/family conflict

Hayat Yussuf, LCSW, MBA, is an EMDRIA-Certified EMDR Therapist, trauma specialist, and Executive Coach in New York City. She offers weekly EMDR-focused therapy and EMDR Intensives—condensed sessions for accelerated healing—alongside somatic and CBT approaches. Hayat specializes in helping adults overcome trauma, anxiety, and performance challenges with a collaborative, integrative style.

Dr. Idil Franko is a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adolescents, young adults, adults, and families. She is also an adjunct clinical supervisor at the Psychological Center at CUNY. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress, emotion regulation difficulties, and teen/family challenges. She draws on extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Behavioral Parent Training. Dr. Franko currently works at Columbia’s Medical Center and will be starting her private practice in November. She has availability to take on new patients.

I’m a Licensed Master Social Worker working with teens and adults navigating anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping you better understand yourself and feel more steady in your day-to-day life. I aim to create a space where you can be real, feel supported, and grow at your own pace.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in using cognitive-behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy to help individuals struggling with anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, low self-esteem, and perinatal issues. I enjoy helping people effectively cope with difficult life transitions and most recently have enjoyed focusing on women's health issues, especially perinatal issues and the transition to motherhood. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to help them develop and work towards their goals, with a focus on building a more satisfying and rewarding life.