Provider Directory

Joan Lavender

Psychologist, Psy.D.

I am a psychologist and psychotherapist with over thirty years experience as a clinician, supervisor, writer and presenter. Three elements that distinguish my work are the emphasis on Experiential Process (which has been shown to be an essential factor in the psychological change process) and the appreciation of Relational experience (the client's significant relationships, as well as our relationship, of client and therapist.)
My initial training in dance therapy has taught me that nonverbal behavior can be a path inviting us to a deeper exploration in sessions.

Bari D. Schwarz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP

I am the owner of a private psychotherapy practice in Brooklyn, New York. I offer in person and remote sessions to clients, and have the ability to flex my hours to meet your timing needs.

My specializations include life transitions, infertility, maternal mental health, partnership, anxiety & depression. It is my pleasure to guide you along your personal journey in psychotherapy.

Ferne Traeger

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Ferne Traeger, LCSW, MBA is a psychotherapist/psychoanalyst and executive coach whose work is informed by her many years' experience in both clinical practice and business management. She specializes in life transitions, (including the transition to working parent and returning to work after a career hiatus), work/life integration and career conflicts

Rachel Proujansky

Psychologist, Psy.D.

Dr. Proujansky is a licensed clinical psychologist and Director of Trauma Services at the Center for Motivation and Change, where she specializes in working with individuals with trauma and substance misuse. She earned her doctorate from Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University and completed her internship at Mount Sinai St. Luke’s and Mount Sinai West Hospitals. Dr. Proujansky completed her post-doctoral fellowship in DBT with adolescents, adults, and family members at the Center for Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

Michele L. Kong

Psychoanalyst, SEP

Integrating Attachment-Focused EMDR, Gestalt Therapy, Somatic Experiencing® and other experiential, trauma-informed approaches

Andrew J. Gerber

Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

Dr. Gerber is a child and adolescent psychiatrist whose career combines his work as a clinician, scholar, research scientist and executive. He completed his medical and psychiatric training at Harvard Medical School, Cambridge Hospital and Weill Cornell and Columbia medical schools; he completed his PhD in psychology at University College London and the Anna Freud Centre.

Prior to joining Silver Hill, Dr. Gerber was Director of the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Program at the New York State Psychiatric Institute, Columbia Medical Center and Medical Director and CEO of the Austen Riggs Center in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. Among his many affiliations, he serves as associate clinical professor in the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Columbia University Medical Center and as associate clinical professor at the Child Study Center, Yale University.

Chang (Betty) Wang

Psychiatrist, MD

Dr. Wang is a Mount Sinai trained, board-certified Adult Psychiatrist and Child/Adolescent psychiatrist in New York City who provides psychotherapy and medication management to children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Wang specializes in developmental disorders including autism disorder, ADHD, eating disorders and women’s health. Other areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, OCD, LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC patients & much more.

Lisa R. Cohen

Psychologist, Ph.D

Dr. Lisa Cohen is a licensed clinical psychologist with offices on the Upper West Side and Union Square/Greenwich Village whom specilaizes in the treatment of Anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress, Mood and Eating Disorders. She also focuses on helping people with challenges they face while developing personal and professional identities, negotiating their relationships and adjusting to life transitions. She has been practicing for over 17 years, and works with adults, adolescents and couples using a collaborative and flexible approach. She uses cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), as well as interpersonal, psychodynamic and mindfulness-based approaches, taking into consideration the interrelationship between the mind and body in emotional well-being.

Hayat Yussuf

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA

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.

Xiaofeng W. Koswatta

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I work with clients who experience trauma, whether it is childhood sexual, physical, or emotional abuse, or more recent traumatic events. I would like to help you work through it and separate the past from the present so you can move on with your life.

Patricia Bellucci

Psychologist, PhD

I am a psychologist, practicing, teaching and supervising on the UWS for 20 years, specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma and addictions including alcohol and substance abuse, moderation management, harm reduction and relapse prevention. I think psychodynamically but incorporate both analytic and cognitive-behavioral methods in my treatment approach. I utilize techniques tailored to each person's unique needs. I am committed to working with each patient to help build on their strengths while identifying and providing guidance to discover solutions and achieve their goals. My office provides a warm and caring atmosphere where one can accomplish this.

Monica Polanco

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am a bilingual, bicultural certified grief educator. I support high-impact women who are mourning the death of a loved one so that they can process their grief and start living again. My goal is to help you remember the love more than the pain. I offer online therapy in NYC and across New York.

Kate Salama

Psychiatrist

I am a Harvard trained adult psychiatrist who specializes in women's mental health and reproductive psychiatry. I have clinical expertise in treating psychiatric disorders associated with the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, the postpartum period, and the menopause transition.

Laurel Mercer

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I specialize in working with individuals and couples living in New York State, Connecticut, and New Jersey - offering both in-person (NYC) and virtual sessions. As an attachment-oriented therapist, I help clients process trauma and attachment injuries, shift out of problematic behaviors and patterns, and deepen their connection to themselves and others.