Helga Byrne

Helga holds a bachelor's degree from Georgetown University and a masters degree in Applied Psychology from New York University. Helga completed advanced training at the Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy, holds a Post-Masters Certificate in Clinical Approaches to the Addictions from NYU, and is a Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor.

Before becoming a therapist, Helga had a successful corporate career in operations, sales and management for esteemed luxury retailers including Tiffany & Co., A Pea in the Pod and Brooks Brothers. Helga has lived, worked and studied abroad; speaks French and German; and loves reading, skiing, running, hot yoga and meditation. Specializing in working with high achievers, professionals and career minded individuals, Helga's approach is compassionate, direct and interactive, incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, experiential and somatic techniques, and psychodynamic psychotherapy.

With a lifelong love of learning and over 15 years of clinical experience, Helga continues to study and incorporate new modalities and clinical approaches. She has comprehensive training and experience in psychodramatic techniques and has studied extensively with Tian Dayton and Tara Brach.