Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, NCC, CEDS
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, and recovery from narcissistic abuse. I am passionate about helping individuals develop a healthier relationship with food, their bodies, and themselves while building the skills needed for emotional regulation and lasting change. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based practices, creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for healing and growth. I am committed to supporting clients as they navigate challenges, build resilience, and move toward a more empowered and fulfilling life.
Psychologist
Ilyse Dobrow DiMarco, Ph.D. is a NJ and NY State licensed (and PSYPACT-certified) clinical psychologist and writerspecializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety, parenting, relationship challenges, women's health issues, perimenopause, and difficult life transitions. She is the Founder/Director of the North Jersey Center for Anxiety and Stress Management in Summit, NJ and a Diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. She is the author of Mom Brain: Proven Strategies to Fight the Anxiety, Guilt, and Overwhelming Emotions of Motherhood--And Relax Into Your New Self.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker and certified in Horticultural Therapy and certified Grief Educator, I've dedicated my career to helping individuals heal and grow. With over 20 years of experience, including leadership roles in community mental health and academia, I've honed my skills in providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy.
My therapeutic approach combines traditional techniques like CBT, ACT with innovative modalities like Therapeutic Horticulture which is the practice of utilizing plants and gardening activities to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and relationship issues. As a bilingual Latina therapist, I offer a culturally sensitive and empathetic space for clients to explore their experiences.
I'm passionate about empowering individuals to navigate life's challenges and find meaning. Whether through one-on-one therapy or participating in my coaching support group for childless women, Healing Roots Together, I'm committed to helping clients cultivate resilience and foster personal growth.
Psychoanalyst, LP, CGP, MS
I am a licensed training and supervising Psychoanalyst and certified group psychotherapist and am teaching faculty at the Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies. I have special expertise in reproductive and maternal mental health, after ten years ago, launching NAPS – an integrative mental health program for OBGYN offices and fertility clinics –at the renowned Downtown Women OBGYN. I also attended the Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis for my doctorate in Psychoanalysis, with my in-process dissertation on in-person, hybrid and virtual group therapy, some of which you will hear about today. I also completed group psychotherapy training at the Center for Group Studies and also hold a Masters Degree in Nonprofit Management and Urban Policy from the New School University.
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.
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
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
I’m an LCSW providing psychotherapy for individuals in New York City. I work within a psychodynamic framework and specialize in anxiety, grief, and attachment theory. I also have experience working with individuals on specific issues related to low self esteem, stress, transitions, career related obstacles, and relationship challenges.
Master Social Worker
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.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
As a licensed clinical social worker and private psychotherapist, I am interested in supporting individuals, couples, and families coping with such issues as anxiety, depression, infertility, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I have extensive experience working with those facing chronic illness, end-of-life- challenges, and bereavement and have completed advanced clinical training in family therapy at the Ackerman Institute for the Family. I take a client-centered, relational approach and strive to create a safe, warm, and supportive space for joint exploration, in which clients can feel comfortable exploring and addressing their thoughts and challenges.
Master Social Worker
I am a psychotherapist based in New York City who specializes in helping adults navigate abrupt life transitions such as serious illness, grief, relationship ruptures, injuries, and career disruptions. Throughout my career, I have worked in healthcare settings supporting people enduring sudden health diagnoses, including palliative care and oncology teams. My approach is person-centered, psychodynamic, relational, and rooted in unconditional positive regard. I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy, and grief counseling.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over twenty years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have always loved helping others. My passion for working with people in their 20s and 30s stems from years of working with children and adolescents in schools. I’ve helped students find their own path into adulthood and see my current work as a continuation of offering that guidance and support. Previous clients describe me as very kind, empathetic, non-judgmental, and caring. Counseling is in my blood, it's all I have ever done and I feel as passionate about it today as I did when I started.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
I am a clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience, trained in psycho-analytic psychotherapy. In addition to earning an MBA, I have developed expertise in working with professionals on career and workplace issues. Many of my referrals come from universities such as NYU.I see clients in person in Manhattan and virtually in New York, Connecticut and Florida. My areas of focus include relationship and interpersonal issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, substance use, medical concerns, LGBTQ+ topics, and stressors related to acculturation and identity.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPA
Russell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive training and experience in treating individuals with substance use disorders (SUD) and a variety of co-occurring mental health conditions. He facilitated group and individual therapy for the treatment of SUD as a counselor in Hazelden Betty Ford’s evening intensive outpatient program. He has completed training in a wide range of clinical modalities, including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Psychologist, Ph.D
I am an Asian American clinical psychologist who specializes in helping my patients gain meaningful, long-term change through collaborative exploration of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors along side practical, goal-oriented interventions.