Provider Directory

Erica Alter

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Erica Alter LCSW is a NYS and CT licensed couples and individual therapist, with private practices in Upper Westchester and in Greenwich Connecticut. She hold an advanced certification in couples therapy from the Training Institute of Mental Health and specializes in working with couples at all stages of conflict and chapters of life. Erica has almost a decade of experience helping couples turn their relationship issues into constructive opportunities rather than destructive dynamics. Through EFT, she works with them to identify patterns, reconstruct attachments, and exchange lasting empathy. She also works with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, career dissatisfaction, sleep disorders, and the transition to parenting.  Through mindfulness-based therapies and CBT, Erica works with individuals and the power of self-compassion to help clients become their own agents of change.

Rebecca W Heller

Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, NCC, CDBT

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC-D) in NY, NJ, VT, and FL. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC). I have extensive experience working with clients ages 18 and up for Individual Therapy as well as Group Therapy. I have experience working with Individuals experiencing a variety of struggles. These struggles include- trauma, grief, addiction, depression, anxiety, shame, loneliness, self-esteem, and managing anger, among others.

I implement an Integrative Approach including- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strengths-Based Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Harm Reduction, SMART Recovery Tools, and most importantly, humor. After all, Humor is healing.

Susan Sanders

Clinical Social Work/Therapist

Hello. I am pleased to join the Women's Mental Health Consortium and look forward to collaborating with colleagues going forward.

I am a seasoned LCSW-R, with expertise in Child and Adolescent therapy, psychotherapy for individuals and families experiencing acute and chronic illness and therapy for intergenerational trauma.
I am licensed in New York State and maintain both in-office and virtual hours.

Tanya Bannister

Psychologist, Ph.D., Director, CTWPS,

Tanya Bannister, Ph.D. is the Director and Founder of Cognitive Therapy for Women Psychological Services, the first CBT group psychotherapy practice to specialize solely on the treatment of women's mental health. She is a seasoned psychologist with over 23 years of expertise in women’s mental health, as well as a coach and consultant.  She works with therapy clientele in NY, CT, and FL, and with coaching and consulting clients nationally.

Marta Laurette

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.

Rachel Gordon

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.

Sara Steinberg

Psychologist, PhD

I am a clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of adolescents, young adults, and adults. I have expertise in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based approaches.

Jillian Kaufman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW

Jillian is a clinical social worker, an adjunct instructor with NYU, and founder of Wavelength Psychotherapy in NYC and NJ. She is an active advocate in fighting against sexual violence and facilitates a variety of workshops on masculinity, consent, somatic therapy, and more.

Kate Evans

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Your mental health care is important. Encouraging authenticity, inclusivity, and humor, we will collaborate to establish a foundation of trust and increased awareness. I utilize psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral therapy and somatic techniques along with mindfulness when appropriate to customize treatment to meet your needs. I want you to feel safe to bring your whole self to therapy, and to feel nurtured in the process. I know that connecting with a therapist can be a challenge, and I welcome a conversation to explore if we are a fit.

Emine Tahiraj

Psychoanalyst

I am a licensed psychoanalyst in New York City and received a Masters in industrial/organizational psychology from CUNY Brooklyn College. I completed my postgraduate training at Metropolitan Institute for training in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy in Adult Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. I worked at the Metropolitan Center for Mental Health as a clinician where I gained experience working with adults of all ages. In addition to working as a psychotherapist, I also spent over 20 years in the academic service technology field.

Emily Lambert

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Couples/Sex Therapy, (201)723-8051

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey and NYC. I have a private practice where I specialize in couples and sex therapy-with a particular interest in women's sexual health and wellness. I am a certified Imago couples therapist and I am currently in training at University of Michigan's Sexual Health Certificate Program in sex therapy.

Samantha Wilson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist

I specialize in helping individuals who have experienced trauma, cancer/chronic illness, grief, and young adults who are undergoing life transitions, and anxiety. I also have expertise in working with healthcare providers experiencing burnout and women during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Roshnee Vázquez

Psychologist, Ph.D.

Roshnee Vázquez, PhD is a licensed psychologist with over a decade of experience. Dr. Vázquez is licensed to provide psychological services in the states of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. She is able to provide telehealth services in the state of Florida. Dr. Vázquez has special interest and expertise in perinatal mental health, women's health, life transitions, severe depression, mood disorders, managing intense emotions, recovery/sobriety, and LGBTQ+ mental health. She has specialized training around multiculturalism and social justice issues as they pertain to mental health. She approaches her work from a strengths based perspective with the aim of empowering individuals while they tackle areas they want to change or improve.

Julie K. Spitzer

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, Lic. Psychoanalyst , Psychotherapist, Group Therapist, Group Supervisor

Julie Spitzer, LCSW-R, Licensed Psychoanalyst
333 West 57th Street, Suite 1-C
New York, NY 10019
Contact Info: 212-245-0533
julesspitzer2@gmail.com
Modalities: Group adult psychotherapy. Supervision provided to licensed psychotherapists in group formats. Individual adult psychotherapy (not accepting new patients at this time.) I am an out of network private practitioner serving the tristate area and the LGBTQ Community for over 35 years.