Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Alison Kalfus is the former Co-Director of the Family and Couples Treatment Service, a division of the Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy, in NYC, (2014-2025). She is also in private practice, treating individuals and couples. Sub-specialties include developmental trauma, post-partum issues, parenting, and addictive disorders.
Master Social Worker, LMSW, MPH
I specialize in sexual health, chronic pain, maternal mental health, and couples therapy. My clinical experience includes working in high-volume OB/GYN settings at Mount Sinai Hospital and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, where I supported patients navigating complex reproductive, mental health, and psychosocial challenges. I’m passionate about creating a warm, supportive space where clients can openly explore topics that are often stigmatized or difficult to discuss, including pain during sex, desire, body image, perinatal mental health, and the grief that can accompany difficult diagnoses.
Psychologist, Psy.D., PMH-C
I specialize in trauma recovery and stress resilience. I have a decade of experience and received cutting-edge training in evidence-based treatments for trauma (EMDR, CPT, PE, IFS), depression and anxiety (ACT, CBT-D, MBSR), sleep (CBT-I, IRT), couples (CBCT, IBCT) and reproductive health. Whatever challenges you are facing, we will work together to deploy empowering, research-based strategies that foster resilience and promote healing.
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Dawn M. Hughes is a clinical and forensic psychologist who specializes in the anxiety disorders, interpersonal violence, PTSD, traumatic stress, and women's mental health.
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.
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I am a New York and New Jersey Licensed Psychologist with twenty years of experience providing psychological services for children, adolescents and adults. I provide both short and long term therapy for adults in my private practice, which is completely virtual. One of my areas of specialty is maternal mental health. I provide short and long term therapy for new moms as well as offer preventative consultation services to expectant parents in order to set them up for success as they grow their family. My unique training in a combined Clinical and School Psychology doctoral program qualifies me to work with individuals across the lifespan.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, and relationship conflicts. I help my clients identify troubling thoughts, emotions, and behavioral patterns with the goal of shifting to healthier and more adaptive perspective and decision making. I work with an eclectic, integrative approach and base my practice techniques on the unique needs of the individual, as psychotherapy is not based upon a "one size fits all" approach. I pay close attention to the relationships within a client's life, and incorporate techniques from both cognitive-behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy. I provide tools on how to effectively alter maladaptive thoughts and behaviors, while also taking into consideration the individual's history and past experiences.
Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LMFT, SEP
My practice is focused on working with neurodiverse adults who need help moving past difficult life events or emotional experiences that keep them stuck and/or vulnerable to emotional disconnection, anxiety, trauma or relational pain. I work from a neuroaffirming, sociocultural affirming lens to support those who have had difficulty accessing their emotional world, and connecting their head and heart so they can access their inherent wisdom within and heal.
Master Social Worker, LMSW
I'm a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) providing therapy for adults and couples navigating trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I believe therapy is most effective when it feels collaborative, genuine, and grounded in a trusting relationship. My approach combines warmth, curiosity, and thoughtful reflection to help clients better understand themselves, build healthier relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Psychologist, Ph.D, M.P.H.
Dr Kofman is a clinical psychologist who works with adults and adolescents (16+) who are dealing with anxiety and mood difficulties, relationship issues, and adjustment to challenging life circumstances (parenting, family issues, work/life balance etc). She also works extensively with people who are trying to change behaviors to improve health or productivity, including eating behaviors, stress management, and executive function skills (time management, organization, planning etc).
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
I am a licensed clinical social worker currently practicing in New York City. As a therapist, I create a warm and comfortable environment in order to facilitate openness. I believe in the importance of using therapy to explore both present experiences and past influences in order to create lasting change. I aim to help my clients cultivate their authentic self through increased compassion, self-acceptance, and flexibility as we work collaboratively to build richer and more satisfying lives.
Psychologist
I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing virtually in PA, NY, and the PSYPACT states. I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults (16+) manage anxiety, depression, perinatal/postpartum concerns/fertility issues, emotion dysregulation, increase pleasure and mastery, and feel more confident engaging in their everyday lives. I have intensive training in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I utilize evidence-based treatment approaches such as CBT, DBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and trauma treatments such as prolonged exposure (PE) and cognitive processing therapy (CPT) to help clients live more fulfilling lives, become unstuck, and build a life worth living.
Mental Health Counselor
My name is Leyla Fonseca, and I’m a licensed therapist based in New York. I have over six years of experience working in special education schools across the city, during which I've gained valuable knowledge and insights. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults who are navigating challenges related to anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorder.
Psychologist, PhD
Lucia Vail, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist with offices in midtown Manhattan and Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Vail practices individual and couple therapy with adults. She has been in private practice since 2005. With extensive experience and advanced training in both the cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic traditions, Dr. Vail specializes in helping individuals who struggle in stormy relationships, those who feel lonely or isolated, and those who too often feel frustrated and disappointed by their interactions with others, including in past experiences of psychotherapy. They may have experienced trauma or other early life stress, and may feel anxious and depressed. They may have been diagnosed with mood or personality disorders.