Provider Directory

Dr. Melissa McLain Coffin is a licensed psychologist in Connecticut and New York and a certified eating disorder specialist supervisor (CEDS-S) with over fifteen years of experience providing psychological services to adults and adolescents. She uses both evidenced-based treatment as well as genuine connection to provide the best possible treatment.
Dr. Coffin works with a variety of presenting concerns including life transitions, depression, anxiety and trauma. In addition, she specializes in the treatment of eating disorders.

I’m a Clinical Social Worker who takes in integrative approach in therapy using both psychodynamic and somatic approaches. I am a Certified EMDR therapist, am trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP) and the Trauma Center’s Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY).

Justena believes that therapy is the most effective way to create profound, lasting change and a life richer in meaning and fulfillment. She will help you identify and transcend the barriers holding you back, and empower you in your journey.

Lea Schupak, LMHC, PMH-C is licensed child & adult psychotherapist available for sessions both via telehealth and in-person in her office on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.

While Lea sees patients for a wide range of issues including depression and anxiety, her practice has a particular focus on women's mental health in the prenatal / postpartum period,  grief and loss, as well as relationship / couples issues and family dynamics. Lea also works with many new fathers adjusting to parenthood, and is certified by Postpartum Support International as a Perinatal Mental Health practitioner.

Having lived in four different countries, Lea is also familiar with the unique challenges faced by international / bicultural individuals and expat families adjusting to life in New York. She is bilingual and can conduct sessions in French for the francophone community in New York.

Nancy Freeman-Carroll is a clinical psychologist-psychoanalyst in private practice in Manhattan. Areas of interest include: Lifespan development for women, transition to motherhood, response to infertility, disclosure of assisted conception, early infant development; general clinical concerns of depression, anxiety, trauma, struggles with self definition, choices in work and relationships. A supervising analyst at the WAWI, Dr. Freeman-Carroll is available for supervision with candidates, graduate students and mental health professionals. Consultations are also available for potential recipient parents of assisted conception, known and anonymous donors, and surrogates. Support for parental anxiety regarding school admissions--from nursery programs to college--is also an area of expertise.

I have an integrated approach that uses psychodynamic psychotherapy, trauma-informed practice, and incorporates parts of CBT and mindfulness. I have over 20 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and children. In addition, I specialize in working with parents with children who have learning differences and people going through life transitions. I am licensed in NY, CT and FL.

Dr. Rachel Fryman specializes in supporting individuals navigating work life balance and transitions, especially when Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a consideration. She is an Assistant Professor at Wurzweiler School of Social Work and a licensed clinical social worker.

I provide comprehensive neuropsychological assessment to children, adolescents, and adults who present with an array of with learning, attention, and behavior/psychiatric/medical difficulties. I also participate in educational advocacy within the school system as well as with legal advocates to help parents to navigate the labyrinth of the special education system, helping them attain the appropriate school placement, accommodations, and intervention services critical to the child's success. I thoroughly understand the nuances of the neuropsychological evaluation process and the neurocognitive underpinnings that support learning, development, behavior, and social-emotional functioning.

I specialize in working with women experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, difficult life transitions, infertility, grief and loss. I have extensive experience working with caregivers of family members with dementia/Alzheimer's disease. My approach is empathic, interactive and supportive. I have advanced training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I also integrate other treatment modalities to meet the therapeutic needs of each person. I work both long and short term, and foster a therapeutic environment of safety, honesty and integrity that facilitates positive change.

Lani Pawar is a licensed psychoanalyst practicing in the Gramercy neighborhood of Manhattan. She graduated from the Boston Graduated School of Psychoanalysis and completed her clinical training at the Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies, where she is a current board member. She specializes in working with people on relationship issues, women's issues and conflicts around parenting.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and certified EMDRIA therapist and consultant in training (CIT) with 12 years experience working with clients of all ages, backgrounds and struggle areas that allows me to be a more well-rounded and seasoned therapist. I provide EMDR, DBT, ACT and practical feedback for clients to utilize inside and outside of sessions to ensure they are getting the most out of our work together. I am licensed in NY, VT, CT and FL.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with a private practice in the Upper East Side. I work with children, adolescents, adults, parent-child dyads and families. I provide evidence-based psychotherapy tailoring treatment to the strengths and needs of each person. I have training in psychodynamic, attachment-based, trauma-informed psychotherapy as well as CBT and play therapy. I am also a certified infant mental health specialist.

Dr. Ida Piker is a licensed psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and families. She takes a warm, collaborative, and individualized approach to therapy, recognizing that every person brings their own strengths, experiences, and ways of understanding the world. Dr. Piker works with clients navigating anxiety, ASD, ADHD, emotional regulation, social challenges, relationships, and life transitions. She is neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTQ+ affirming and strives to create a space where clients feel understood, respected, and comfortable being their authentic selves.

Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, relationship strain, life transitions, or simply feeling uncertain about your next step, healing and clarity are possible. You do not have to carry it alone. I work with adolescents and adults, with a particular passion for supporting adults and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, self-doubt, relationship and family challenges, life transitions, career uncertainty, and questions of meaning and purpose. My holistic, collaborative approach integrates CBT, acceptance- and mindfulness-based strategies, and psychodynamic techniques, grounded in trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and culturally responsive care. With over a decade of experience spanning mental health counseling, behavioral therapy, clinical research, and health coaching, I help clients better understand the patterns keeping them stuck while developing practical tools, greater self-awareness, confidence, and resilience to create meaningful, lasting change. I offer both telehealth and in-person sessions.