Provider Directory

I believe in a holistic approach that can encompass many dynamic dimensions of the self. As a Black, Neurodivergent, Queer, Femme, I know that a person can hold many identities, some more front-facing than others. I work with clients who experience anxiety, high stress, depression, ADHD, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship issues and coparenting challenges. Whether you are struggling with your mental health, your relationships, your own identity or a loved one’s, my goal is to establish an open and compassionate space for you to feel trusting enough to share your experiences. Together we will work to build a supportive, enjoyable and sustainable way of living and relating that works for you.

Many women struggle silently with mood changes, anxiety, or intrusive thoughts during pregnancy and after birth. You might find yourself feeling overwhelmed, irritable, tearful, or disconnected from your baby or your partner. You might even have upsetting or unwanted thoughts that feel out of character and leave you feeling ashamed or afraid to tell anyone. You're not alone in feeling this way. I’m a Cornell trained psychiatrist and psychotherapist specializing in reproductive mental health. Together, we’ll take a thoughtful, evidence based approach to understand what’s happening and find a path forward.

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.

I am a reproductive psychiatrist and psychotherapist with specialty training in women's mental health issues across the reproductive lifespan. I am on the faculty at NYU School of Medicine and also served as Associate Director of the adult psychiatry residency training program. I currently teach the supportive psychotherapy curriculum to NYU psychiatry residents and have a private practice in Greenwich Village and Brooklyn Heights.

Emily Upshur, Ph.D., is a New York State licensed clinical psychologist. Dr. Upshur received her Master's degree in developmental psychology from Tufts University, and holds both a Master’s degree and PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Graduate School and University Center at the City University of New York, an American Psychological Association accredited training program.

Dr. Upshur currently has a faculty appointment at The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital and is a Supervising Psychologist at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center, where she trains psychiatry residents, psychology interns, and psychology externs. She was the Clinical Director of the Center for Child Trauma and Resilience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She has a private practice in Manhattan as well as Westchester, New York.

Dr. Upshur has a decade of experience working in a wide range of clinical settings, including hospital outpatient clinics, in-patient units, psychiatric emergency rooms, college and graduate student counseling programs, private psycho-educational and neuropsychological testing facilities, and faculty private practice. These experiences have given her the unique ability to meet the diverse needs of adults and children.

I am an experienced psychoanalyst, couples therapist, clinical supervisor/consultant and integrative psychotherapist in private practice in NYC. I work with adults, adolescents, children, couples and groups with issues that include anxiety, depression, ADD, fertility, pregnancy loss, postpartum adjustment, parenting, relationships, work, school/learning difficulties, creativity blocks, eating disorders, chronic and acute medical illness. grief, infidelity and life transitions. I also provide clinical supervision for early and mid-career clinicians in the field.

Nichole is a mental health counselor who works with adults, couples and adolescents virtually and in Midtown Manhattan. Nichole draws from a psychodynamic framework grounded in attachment theory to help individuals understand the deeper patterns that shape their relationships, emotions, and sense of self.

Dr. Sydney Shope, DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who works with children, adolescents, and adults to address a wide range of social, emotional, and behavioral issues. Through evidence-based, patient-centered care, Sydney provides the best care for patients. By using a practical, solution-focused, holistic, empathic, and collaborative approach, Sydney effectively treats mental health conditions to meet each client’s unique needs.

I am a NYS licensed psychoanalyst practicing virtually. I specialize in issues associated with trauma/PTSD, self-esteem, romantic/peer/family relationships, life transitions and women's issues.

Kristin specializes in working with overwhelmed adults and is a dually licensed social worker in New Jersey and New York. She spent 20 years working with children, families, and adults in the education & parent coaching industry before becoming a clinician. Kristin focuses on anxiety, depression, work-life balance, rebuilding networks during new stages of life, stepfamilies/blended families. She is a solution-focused & collaborative clinician.

I believe that therapy is a partnership and I work in collaboration with my clients to understand how we can work together to best support them in overcoming challenges and achieving their goals. I have received extensive training and supervision for the treatment of eating disorders and related concerns, including anxiety, clinical perfectionism and self-esteem issues. I work with Clients and their families, utilizing evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT, and Compassion Focused Therapy, to empower and support them in achieving their goals.

Dr. Eli Kraiem is a clinical psychologist in private practice located in Greenwich Village. He is a widely recognized couples and relationship expert and an adjunct professor at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology where he teaches couples therapy.

Dr. Eli Kraiem also works with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and career changes.

I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor and specialize in OCD and Anxiety Disorders. I practice in midtown Manhattan and work with young adult and adult populations. I also treat clients with relationship issues, stress and work difficulties.

I provide psychotherapy and career coaching to address codependency (ACOA concerns), relationship difficulties, caregiver/helping professional stress and burnout, and career change or advancement.