Provider Directory

Allison Maya Borgueta

Psychologist, PsyD

I specialize in mental health support for AAPI and other women of color; 1st and 2nd generation immigrants; women in STEM, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Much of my work focuses on supporting people experiencing burnout, anxiety, or healing from a traumatic workplace experience. Services online in NY and CA.

Dawn M. Hughes

Psychologist, PhD, ABPP

Dawn M. Hughes is a clinical and forensic psychologist who specializes in the anxiety disorders, interpersonal violence, PTSD, traumatic stress, and women's mental health.

Paula Lamanna

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC

Paula Lamanna, LCSW, CASAC (she/her) is a licensed clinical social worker, credentialed alcoholism and substance use counselor, Level III EMDR provider, certified yoga teacher and certified psychedelic-assisted therapy provider. Paula received her master’s degree from New York University. She received her post-graduate certifications from The Integrative Psychiatry Institute and the Parnell Institute for EMDR.

Cicek Erdem

Psychologist, Ph.D

I am a clinical psychologist with B.A. from Johns Hopkins University and an M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the New School for Social Research. My research background in attachment theory and child development has fueled my interest in early childhood trauma and how these experiences impact the way we relate to ourselves and others. Additionally, I specialize in working with women’s issues (body image, self esteem, relationships, identity, perinatal/postpartum struggles), emerging adulthood, and those struggling with immigration and acculturation challenges.

Allana F. Stark, LCSW-R, JD

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, JD

I am a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst working in the Grand Central area. I work with adults with histories of traumatic events and/or relationships, with members of the LGBTQ+, Kink, and Sex Positive communities, with people working in the creative arts, with those needing help with disenfranchised bereavement, and with the special needs of those who have a service animal or emotional support animal.

Healy Smith

Psychiatrist, MD, ABIHM

Healy Smith, MD is an adult psychiatrist with specialties in women's mental health/ reproductive psychiatry as well as integrative and holistic medicine.

Elizabeth Kapstein

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, EMDR

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) providing therapy for individuals and couples. My work centers on helping adults navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, and career development, as well as supporting those coping with trauma and PTSD, mood and anxiety disorders, emotional regulation difficulties, substance use concerns, and volatile relationships. I also have experience working with clients affected by trauma, addiction, or significant life changes; individuals who stutter; those in non-monogamous or kink relationships; and members of the Queer, Trans, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Sherry Breslau

Psychologist

I'm a seasoned , dedicated, and warm , intuitive therapist on the UWS. I work both in- person and remotely, and have decades of experience in Individual and Group Therapy.
I work with people in their 20's - 80's, and am creative and individualized in my approaches.

Mara Heiman-Sunshine

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R

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.

Samantha Schindelheim

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-R

Hi! I'm Dr. Samantha Schindelheim, DSW, LCSW-R and I am a licensed clinical social worker in New York and New Jersey specializing in working with young children, teens, young adults and parents struggling with mood and anxiety issues, parenting, trauma, behavioral issues, and interpersonal challenges. I integrate a variety of evidence-based interventions to help individuals function successfully in their home, school, and communities. 
 

Zena Watson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am a psychotherapist who specializes in working with survivors of trauma, violence, and childhood abuse and neglect, with a particular commitment to serving people of color and queer and gender non-conforming people. With a background in dance and movement therapy, I use an eclectic approach, combining "talk therapy" with somatic therapy for individuals still looking to find the words or to reclaim control of their bodies and lives. I am an interactive, non-judgmental, down-to-earth, and empathic therapist who believes that your experiences, however painful or chaotic, are worthy of being paid attention to. I can assist you in finding expression and healing and reclaiming your true self and life.

Crystal Kim

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP

I am a Columbia-trained psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in general psychiatry and women's mental health concerns. I have a warm, empathic, personable style and use my training in psychopharmacology with CBT, dynamic therapy and supportive therapy to approach my patient's mental health concerns. Before starting my practice, I had spent the past 4 years in Columbia Psychiatry's faculty practice and was trained in the Women's Program at Columbia University Medical Center. Prior to this, I practiced as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in several psychiatric emergency rooms in NYC.

Tara Kerner

Psychiatrist, DO

I am an adult psychiatrist licensed to practice in Connecticut and New York currently offering telehealth services.  I provide therapy and/or medication management. I am trained in psychodynamic therapy and utilize CBT techniques as well in my therapy. I am well versed in various psychiatric illnesses from depression and anxiety to addiction and trauma.

Cora Goldfarb

Psychoanalyst, LP, LCAT

I am a licensed psychoanalyst and a licensed creative arts therapist and I work with adults, couples, adolescents, and children in downtown Brooklyn and virtually. Through utilizing relational psychoanalytic psychotherapy, mindfulness, and creative arts therapy techniques my patients work towards increasing their self-esteem, improving their relationships, understanding family conflicts, and accepting themselves for who they are. My specialties include working with women who are struggling with fertility issues, perinatal mood disorders, and the challenges of parenting. In addition I have experience in working with creative people, ADHD, patients who have a history of trauma, eating disorders, and people who are affected by addiction.