Provider Directory

I am a psychotherapist specializing in psychodynamic therapy and trauma informed care. I have extensive experience treating adults struggling with depression, anxiety, existential concerns, unresolved issues from childhood, major life transitions and trauma. I also have experience working with adults coping with compassion fatigue, in particular healthcare providers and journalists experiencing vicarious traumatization. Further, I am experienced in working with adults in human rights clinics who have survived torture, forced migration, gender-based violence and other human rights abuses.

I am a New York State licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist. I was born and raised in Ireland and received my BA in Psychology from University College Dublin.

Katie Down, LCAT, MT-BC, MMT, MM is a holistic, trauma-informed psychotherapist, licensed creative arts therapist, music therapist and sound healer. She has certifications in EMDR III, MBSR, and Reiki II, and is an associate professor of music therapy at SUNY New Paltz. Katie's focus is on the inherent wellbeing and strengths of her clients through a mindfulness lens of non-judgment and loving-kindness. Her philosophy of the 3 C's of mindfulness in therapy are Compassion, Creativity and Curiosty, and these tenets inform her clinical work and way of being in the world as a creative artist and healer.

Rachel Zhuk completed medical and psychiatric training at The Mount Sinai Hospital. She currently provides medication management and psychotherapy to a broad range of adults but specializes in women's reproductive mental health, with a holistic focus.

Clinical Instructor of Psychology in Psychiatry, Weill Cornell Medical College
Psychology fellow, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical College
Former Assistant Director, Institute for Trauma and Stress, NYU School of Medicine
Adjunct Clinical Supervisor, Yeshive University, cognitive behavioral track
Doctor of Psychology, Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Yeshiva University/Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Dr. Marilina Rufino is a licensed Spanish bilingual clinical psychologist in private practice in Soho - Manhattan. She works with children, adolescents and adults, providing individual, dyadic and couples therapy. Dr. Marilina Rufino also offers psychological assessments depending on the referral need and presenting problem.

Cell - 917-392-8547
drrufinomarilina@gmail.com
marilinarufino.com
Insurances Accepted: BCBS, CIGNA (all plans under the Multiplan umbrella), Out of Network.

Peter Hill, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in in treating couples and families, especially during times of transition such as adolescence, young adulthood, mid-life and retirement.

I specialize in working with relational trauma, relationship problems, disordered eating and body-image issues, addiction, and individuals with complicated family histories. My training is multicultural and I am dedicated to understanding the complex dynamics around the cultural identities of immigrants, immigrant children, and multiethnic and bicultural individuals. I am trained in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, helping couples to communicate better together. In addition, I work with many couples navigating issues of cultural difference. Above all, I believe in a collaborative approach to psychotherapy that includes insight-oriented and goal-directed techniques to help patients to gain a healthier sense of self, and apply new knowledge to make meaningful changes in their lives.

Lea Cheen is a licensed clinical social worker with experience helping children, adolescents, and adults work through anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, life transitions, and identity and interpersonal challenges. She believes that when people are provided with a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore, reflect, and process, incredible growth and healing can take place.

Private Practice – Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Couples, Career (middle management career advancement groups)
Matrimonial Mediation Services

I am a licensed clinical social worker based in Manhattan. I specialize in working with those affected by interpersonal trauma, including intimate partner violence, family violence, and sexual assault.

I am a clinical psychologist specializing in providing CBT. I use a collaborative, evidence-based approach so that treatment is individually tailored to address the needs of the whole person, not just their symptoms.

Jane Halperin, PhD, MS
Associate Director
Columbia University Center for Psychoanalytic Training & Research
Assistant Clinical Professor of Medical Psychology
Dept. of Psychiatry
College of Physicians & Surgeons
Columbia University

Practice of psychotherapy: adolescents and adults
Practice of psychoanalysis: adults
Couples treatment
Supervision: psychology externs, interns, fellows; clinicians in private practice

Areas of Interest/Additional Training:
Young Adult Development
Alcohol/Substance Misuse
Psychological Adjustment to Medical Illness
Prenatal Diagnosis, Pregnancy Loss
Couples Treatment; Parenting Skills

Courtney Minarsky is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with advanced post-graduate training in Family and Couples Therapy. She is in private practice on the Upper East Side, working with individuals, families and couples.