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My practice is focused on working with neurodiverse adults who need help moving past difficult life events or emotional experiences that keep them stuck and/or vulnerable to emotional disconnection, anxiety, trauma or relational pain. I work from a neuroaffirming, sociocultural affirming lens to support those who have had difficulty accessing their emotional world, and connecting their head and heart so they can access their inherent wisdom within and heal.

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).

I am in private practice on the Upper East Side, and work with adolescents, adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment issues and relationship problems. I have a general practice and also work with families who have children with special needs.

I offer individual psychotherapy to adults and adolescents, and couples therapy as well. My expertise is in a Psychoanalytic approach, and I integrate aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness as well.

Hello! I am a NY State Licensed Creative Arts Therapist. For over a decade, I have worked with children, adolescents and adults individually and in group settings.

Although trained as a Creative Arts Psychotherapist I consider myself to be an integrationist and thus draw upon multiple theories to help create a holistic person-centered approach to treatment.

I am a dedicated therapist anchored in a humanistic, strengths-based approach to addressing mental health concerns.

I am a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, practicing on the UES in Manhattan, offering individual assessments, second opinions, as well as ongoing treatment. The focus of my practice are children, adolescents, and young adults, in particular (but not exclusively) girls, and young women. Every consultation starts with a thorough evaluation process to define the nature of the issues, prior to making recommendations for treatment.
I evaluate and treat a wide range of conditions, examples are anxiety disorders, mood disorders (depression and bipolar disorder), adjustment reactions, attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder, developmental disorders, and post-traumatic conditions. I recently published a co-authored treatment manual for anxiety disorders in youth: "Child and Adolescent Anxiety Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, A Treatment Manual"(https://global.oup.com/academic/product/child-and-adolescent-anxiety-psychodynamic-psychotherapy-9780190877712?q=Preter&lang=en&cc=us).

I was trained in the European medical tradition in France and Germany and a particular interest of mine is working with international families. I provide services in English, French, and German.

I am Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical College.
Besides the clinical work in my private practice, I serve as Director of Child Clinical Services at the Treatment Center of the New York Psychoanalytic Institute, where I also supervise psychotherapy students.

I have been nominated Castle Connolly "Top Doctor" in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry since 2015 for four consecutive years.

Psychoanalyst - Licensed in NY, Certified in NJ
EMDRIA-certified EMDR practitioner
In-person appointments in NYU-area
Remote appointments available as well.
Sessions available Sunday - Thursday.

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.

Dr. Nicole Van Nortwick, a licensed clinical psychologist with over two decades of experience, specializes in individuals and couples/families. Her expertise encompasses relationships, attachment, and perinatal mental health. Dr. Van Nortwick is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at New York University (NYU) and formerly held a position at Columbia University, where she co-founded the Women’s Program Team at New York Presbyterian Hospital. Additionally, she served as the Chief Clinical Service Officer and Director of Training at The Motherhood Center. Dr. Van Nortwick’s extensive clinical experience, expertise across the lifespan, and compassionate approach enable her to support women’s mental health and family systems effectively, with a keen ability to translate psychological theory into practical tools that benefit her patients.

I'm an AASECT-certified MD sex & relationship therapist in full-time private practice on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mt Sinai in NYC, a regular contributor to PsychologyToday, a frequent guest on major media, and the author of Love Worth Making (St Martin's Press 2018) -- a new book about sexual emotions in committed relationships My practice is entirely devoted to sex therapy and relationship concerns.

Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst in Private Practice

Affiliated with New York Presbyterian Hospital

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist with over 15 years of clinical experience. I provide psychodynamic psychotherapy to adults, with a focus on depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges of all kinds. I am particularly passionate about working with women during the perinatal period and supporting clients as they navigate the transition to parenthood.

Dr. Sarah Bren holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University. She has dedicated her career to translating the science of attachment into simple, real-life strategies for parents who want to support healthy child development while not losing sight of their own mental health along the way. Dr. Bren is the co-founder and clinical director of Upshur Bren Psychology Group, where she works with parents, children, and families and leads a team of highly specialized therapists and clinical trainees. Her popular parenting podcast, Securely Attached, is ranked in the top 2% of podcasts worldwide and is a go-to resource for parents looking for judgment-free, research-backed information related to pregnancy, toddlerhood, adolescence, and everything in between.