Provider Directory

Kristina received her MSW from NYU Silver School of Social Work and completed postgraduate training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy at the William Alanson White Institute. Kristina provides direct care to individual patients and couples using psychodynamic and relational approaches. Kristina is passionate about working with clients in the perinatal period, especially those navigating the impact of early trauma on motherhood, those struggling with perinatal anxiety and depression, those suffering through the aftermath of birth or pregnancy trauma, and families managing perinatal loss. Kristina is dedicated to working with clients undergoing fertility treatment for reasons related to infertility, genetic concerns, and third-party reproduction.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual and couples psychotherapy for adults of all ages struggling with emotional distress, relationship and family issues, identity and self-esteem concerns, and significant life events and transitions (e.g., illness, separation, loss). My areas of clinical specialty include anxiety (e.g., chronic worry, social anxiety, phobias, OCD), perfectionism, depression and mood disorders, workplace issues (career identity, transition, workplace conflict), and identity concerns (e.g., sexual, gender, racial, ethnic identities, acculturative issues, coping with discrimination).

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Substance use disorders

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.

Holly, LMSW (she/her) grounds her work in the belief that authentic human connection and deep introspection are essential ingredients for leading a meaningful life. She works from a psychodynamic lens, believing that formative relationships and early experiences shape our current emotional world. In addition, she is trained in EMDR and brings a trauma-informed perspective to every session. Holly primarily works with young adults in their 20s and 30s who are grappling with questions about who they are, what they value, and how they make meaning in their lives.

Dr. Idil Franko is a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adolescents, young adults, adults, and families. She is also an adjunct clinical supervisor at the Psychological Center at CUNY. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress, emotion regulation difficulties, and teen/family challenges. She draws on extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Behavioral Parent Training. Dr. Franko currently works at Columbia’s Medical Center and will be starting her private practice in November. She has availability to take on new patients.

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

I am a Doctoral trained Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 20 years of health care experience and 18 years of psychopharmacology and psychotherapy expertise. I received my Doctorate and Master’s degrees from the prestigious Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) IHP in Boston. I provide a safe environment and partnership with my clients. I customize pharmaceutical and therapy solutions based on individual needs.

I am a LCSW-R in private practice for 24 years. I also have a MSED in education.
In addition I completed a 4 year psychoanalytic in adult psychoanalysis in 2004.
I am also certified in EMDR and a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
I am a PACT trained couple therapist. I work with Adults, young adults and couples in my upper west side office.

I am a NY- and CT-licensed psychologist specializing in mood issues, eating disorders, and personality disorders. I incorporate DBT-informed and psychodynamic/relational approaches. I additionally provide neuropsychological testing.

Avi Miodownik, Psy.D., ABPP is a board-certified clinical psychologist in private practice, licensed in New York and New Jersey, specializing in adults and older adults coping with health-related changes and aging.

Dr. Tara Emrani is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in Lower Manhattan, providing in-person and virtual psychotherapy to adults. She specializes in women’s mental health, anxiety, depression, relationships, parenting, adult ADHD, and major life transitions, with particular interest in supporting high-functioning women, mothers, and professionals. Her approach is evidence-based, collaborative, and culturally responsive, integrating CBT, ACT, interpersonal, emotion-focused, and attachment-based therapies. Dr. Emrani completed clinical training at Stanford Psychiatry and the Veterans Affairs health system and previously served on the faculty of the NYU Department of Psychiatry.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in New York offering in-person and virtual psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. I have a special interest in supporting mothers in early motherhood and young adults navigating life transitions.

I consider myself an "eclectic" therapist which means that my goal is to tailor your therapy with what I’ve learned to meet your specific needs. I love what I do and have great respect for the therapeutic process. Whatever that process is for you, I am here to guide you through it.

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.