Provider Directory

Liliana Rusansky Drob

Psychologist, Psy.D.

I am a bilingual Spanish-English clinical psychologist working with individuals who experience depression, anxiety and interpersonal difficulties, and who, in many cases struggle with issues related to acculturation, racism and unequal justice.

I hold a Psy.D. in Clinical and Community Psychology from Pace University in New York as well as a Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in my country of origin, Argentina, where I trained in psychoanalytic modes of treatment. Much of my clinical training in New York has been at NYU-Bellevue-where I worked with survivors of torture and trauma, individuals with severe personality disorders and was trained in the use of short-term psychotherapeutic techniques.

Emily Upshur

Psychologist, Ph.D.

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.

Meredith Grossman

Psychologist, PhD

I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, using evidence-based practices. During my extensive experience treating children, adolescents, and adults using a cognitive-behavioral approach, I have worked with patients struggling with anxiety disorders (such as social phobia, selective mutism, OCD, panic disorder, specific phobias, and generalized anxiety disorder) and mood disorders (such as depression and bipolar disorder). Prior to opening my practice, I was a full-time faculty member at Weill Cornell Medical College. It is my goal to provide treatment that is supported by the most current research in the field of psychology.

Laura B. Kestemberg

Psychologist, Ph.D.

My career in mental health as a licensed psychologist spans more than 25 years and includes various professional roles which include running my private practice, working as a university professor, and at different points, as a clinician, clinical supervisor or director in various NYC hospitals, schools, and community clinics. My professional background of direct service, scholarly work, and teaching at the graduate and doctoral level has given me a well-rounded perspective when working alongside my patients. I feel fortunate that due to my training I can provide the most effective, cutting edge, and evidence-based techniques to my patients. I work hard to empower individuals to effectively reach their goals and gain insight into what is most concerning them. On a personal level, I am multilingual and multicultural, and I often work with clients who are navigating the intersections of their various identities related to their family of origin, culture, and religion, as well as their race, gender and sexual identity. My style is warm, down-to-earth, direct and interactive. I work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages, either in person or through virtual sessions. I work with couples as well as individuals.

Kimberly Ahearn Young

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and bereavement. I also practice Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help clients process through traumatic memories and experience symptom relief. I worked for 14 years with first responders and 9/11 family members at the FDNY, and have worked extensively with veterans and people impacted by domestic violence and sexual assault.

Barbara Leff

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am a seasoned therapist with over 30 years of clinical experience, specializing in addictions, mood disorders, infertility, and adoption. I work with individuals and couples, ages 16 to 85, utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach tailored to each client's unique needs. A sliding scale is available, with session rates starting at $125.

Emily Stimson

Psychologist, PsyD

Interactive and collaborative, psychodynamically-informed, empirically-based psychologist specializing in college/graduate populations and adult life transitions.

Marielle Tawil

Master Social Worker, LMSW

My nature as a therapist is authentic and open. I like to build an honest, vulnerable and trusting dynamic with you, where we collaborate on exploring and maintaining a curiosity about your life experiences that inform who and how you are (in the way that you think, feel and behave). I specialize in working with folks who struggle with Anxiety, OCD, and relational issues. I have extensive experience working with the LGBTQ+ community and I foster a safe and inclusive space for all of my clients. I'm licensed to practice in New York, New Jersey and Florida, am currently seeing clients in person in New York and virtually.

Julie Siegel

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R

I am a licensed clinical social worker currently practicing in New York City. As a therapist, I create a warm and comfortable environment in order to facilitate openness. I believe in the importance of using therapy to explore both present experiences and past influences in order to create lasting change. I aim to help my clients cultivate their authentic self through increased compassion, self-acceptance, and flexibility as we work collaboratively to build richer and more satisfying lives.

Ilana Schulder

Psychologist, PsyD

Dr. Ilana Schulder is a licensed Clinical Psychologist (NY) offering sessions in person in Manhattan or virtually for children, adolescents, and adults. She approaches therapy through an integrative lens, utilizing psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, dialectical, and mindfulness-based approaches.

Mackenzie Sherburne

Master Social Worker, LMSW

Queer, trauma‑informed therapist supporting adults and couples with identity, intimacy, and relational transitions. Based in NYC, I offer sex‑positive, LGBTQIA+‑affirming care in a warm, curious space.

Nirit Gordon

Psychologist, Ph.D.

Dr. Gordon has specialized training in trauma treatment, women's mental health and immigration. In her clinical work, she integrates relationship-focused, trauma-informed treatment with evidence-based techniques, including EMDR.

Dr. Gordon received her M.A. from the Transdisciplinary Violence and Trauma Studies Program at New York University and completed her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at New York University’s Department of Applied Psychology.
Nirit is an EMDR Supervisor (consultant) and offers training about using EMDR within the treatment of women's mental health, treating trauma and providing trauma informed care.

Ash Martin

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Ash Martin, LCSW is a graduate of Hunter College’s Silberman School of Social Work. She graduated from the National Institute for the Psychotherapies three-year Trauma Treatment Program where she was also certified in EMDR.

Alena Gerst

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT

As a licensed psychotherapist and certified yoga instructor, I specialize in integrative health and the mind/body connection.