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Karin Feldman

Karin Feldman

Brooklyn, NY
Counselor, MA
Karin Feldman is an experienced counselor who specializes in providing compassionate support and guidance to individuals and couples navigating the complex emotions associated with infertility. Recognizing the distress and isolation that can accompany fertility interventions, she empowers her clients to explore their emotional, cognitive, physical, and spiritual resources in their family-building journey. Karin's deep understanding of anxiety and mood disorders, supported by her credentials as a Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, equips her to employ a tailored, evidence-based approach to therapy that promotes healing and resilience. Having worked with a diverse clientele, including preteens, children, teens, and elders, she offers a warm and collaborative therapeutic environment. Karin believes that even in our most challenging moments, meaning can be uncovered, and strength can be gained. Through her eclectic methods, including psychodynamic therapy and psychological testing, she guides her clients to enhance their coping strategies, gain awareness, and ultimately feel empowered to thrive once again.
Specialties
Anxiety General Mental Health
Emily Frances Mitzen

Emily Frances Mitzen

Brooklyn, NY
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LMSW
Emily Frances Mitzen, LMSW, is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist dedicated to supporting young adults through the challenges they face in today’s fast-paced world. She understands that this transitional period can be overwhelming, often filled with uncertainty and self-doubt. For students in college or those navigating their mid-20s to 30s, she fosters a welcoming space for individuals who may feel out of place or burdened by guilt. Emily recognizes that the therapeutic process can be immensely transformative. As a holistic therapist, she strives to accompany her clients through their most difficult experiences, assuring them they are never alone during their journey. By offering insights and coping strategies tailored to each individual, Emily meets her clients exactly where they are, working collaboratively to find the best path forward. The importance of finding the right therapist cannot be understated, and when a connection is established, it can truly change lives. Emily is dedicated to building meaningful relationships with her clients and is eager to connect with those seeking understanding and support in their healing process.
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Specialties
Student Life Teens
Lauren Gates

Lauren Gates

Brooklyn, NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Lauren Gates is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, specializing in helping adults navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Her collaborative approach focuses on uncovering clients' strengths and guiding them toward a more authentic self. In therapy with Lauren, individuals receive essential support in identifying the root causes of long-standing issues while developing healthier thoughts, behaviors, and patterns. Utilizing an eclectic therapy model that includes psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral (CBT), and relational techniques, Lauren helps clients understand their past to live more fully in the present. She is committed to building a safe and collaborative therapeutic relationship, which is integral to successful treatment outcomes. With experience working across diverse races, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, and backgrounds, Lauren embraces the valuable insights from her clients’ lived experiences and strives to create a culturally competent therapeutic space.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Relationship Stress
Patti Geier

Patti Geier

Brooklyn, NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Patti Geier is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who specializes in helping adults navigate the complexities of trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues. A graduate of New York University, Patti has been working in the therapeutic space since 1984, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice. Her expertise encompasses a diverse range of therapy types, including Family Systems, Psychoanalytic, and Psychodynamic approaches. With a keen focus on relational dynamics, she offers support to both couples and individuals, ensuring that her clients feel understood and valued. Patti’s commitment to fostering healing within the lesbian community shines through her empathetic approach, making her a trusted ally for clients seeking solace and empowerment.
Specialties
LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
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Ricki Grater

Ricki Grater

Brooklyn, NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Yoga Tx
Ricki Grater is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist with a wealth of experience supporting adults through their mental health journeys. With credentials such as LCSW-R, C-IAYT, and BC-DMT, she employs a diverse range of therapeutic modalities including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Sensorimotor Therapy, Dance Movement Therapy, and Art Therapy. Her approach is culturally sensitive and integrative, drawing from various methods such as Trauma-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Existential Therapy to address issues like anxiety, relationship challenges, and depression. Ricki's warmth and genuine commitment to her clients foster a safe space for healing and growth, empowering individuals to explore their emotions and develop resilience through mindfulness and experiential practices. Her unique combination of yoga and dance movement therapy enriches the therapeutic experience, encouraging holistic well-being and self-discovery.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression
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Chianne Green

Chianne Green

Brooklyn, NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Chianne Green, LMSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist who earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Adelphi University and a Master's in Social Work from Columbia University. With extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, and seniors across diverse environments such as school-based programs, homeless shelters, and private practice, Chianne specializes in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, trauma and PTSD, and anxiety. She is committed to helping individuals gain insight into their diagnoses, triggers, and the effects of these on their relationships and overall well-being. Using a person-centered approach, Chianne fosters a safe and nurturing space where clients can share their experiences openly. To enhance her therapeutic effectiveness, she integrates Psychodynamic theories with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed practices, and Psychoeducation, ensuring a well-rounded supportive experience for each individual she works with.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression PTSD/Trauma
Karalyn Violeta

Karalyn Violeta

Brooklyn, NY
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LCSW
Karalyn Violeta, LCSW, is a compassionate and authentic clinical social worker who invites clients to bring their whole selves into therapy. With a warm and non-judgmental approach, she welcomes each individual into treatment, collaborating to uncover personal goals, strengths, and challenges. Specializing in managing depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and PTSD in both adolescents and adults, Karalyn has extensive experience working with clients in creative fields, including writers and visual or performing artists. She is particularly skilled in supporting individuals living with chronic pain and chronic health conditions and is known as an LGBTQ-affirming practitioner. Her practice is relational and trauma-informed, making it especially beneficial for those with a history of trauma in their families of origin. Through a feminist and existential lens, Karalyn guides clients in re-examining their personal narratives about freedom, interpersonal relationships, and the complex journey of being human. She believes that growth occurs—both spontaneously and incrementally—when individuals can release old patterns of behavior that no longer serve them. Karalyn equips her clients with concrete skills to manage anxiety, avoidant tendencies, negative thoughts, and distressing feelings, working collaboratively to identify, develop, and hone these essential skills.
Specialties
Anxiety Chronic Pain Depression LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma
Zan Jacobus Insight Psychotherapy

Zan Jacobus Insight Psychotherapy

Brooklyn, NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA
Zan Jacobus, a skilled Clinical Social Worker and therapist, holds an MA and is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for individuals of all ages, from toddlers to adults. Zan considers it a privilege to create a therapeutic space where diverse aspects of a patient's self can be acknowledged and celebrated. With extensive experience in addressing the unique challenges faced by young adults struggling with anxiety and depression, Zan specializes in play therapy for children as young as three, as well as supporting adolescents navigating their complexities. The practice also focuses on relational and integrative therapies, offering valuable consultations to parents concerned about their children's well-being. Zan’s multifaceted approach incorporates family and marital therapy, ensuring that every session is tailored to meet the individual needs of clients, couples, and families, fostering growth, understanding, and resilience.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression
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Katie Johntz

Katie Johntz

Brooklyn, NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFA
Katie Johntz is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in guiding children, adults, and families through a range of challenges. Individuals may seek her help for various reasons such as anxiety, sadness, grief, and issues stemming from divorce or chronic illness. There are those who feel overwhelmed, coping with emotional distress, while others might struggle with everyday tasks. Katie understands the longing for enthusiasm and the desire to rediscover a sense of home within oneself. For parents, she offers insights into navigating challenges with shy or anxious children and transforming stressful mornings into manageable routines. Her approach is broad and eclectic, incorporating compassion-focused, culturally sensitive, and positive psychology techniques, alongside expressive arts and play therapy, to provide tailored support for each unique situation. Katie believes in the healing power of the therapeutic relationship, embracing a warm and supportive environment while remaining inquisitive about clients' experiences. She skillfully employs psycho-dynamic methodologies, emphasizing insight and growth. Throughout her practice, she has witnessed transformative changes as seemingly hopeless situations give way to newfound hope and resilience. For those seeking a partner in their journey of self-discovery and healing, Katie is committed to standing by their side, believing wholeheartedly that together, change is not just possible—it is inevitable.
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Specialties
Anxiety Grief
Paula Solomon

Paula Solomon

Brooklyn, NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Paula Solomon is a compassionate and skilled Clinical Social Worker/Therapist with a rich background in providing support to teens, adults, and elders. With her expertise in areas such as marital and premarital counseling, sex therapy, and mood disorders, Paula embraces a holistic and culturally sensitive approach to therapy. She utilizes diverse modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (E.F.T.), to tailor her sessions to the unique needs of each individual, couple, or group. Paula's warm, humanistic nature allows her to foster a safe and supportive environment, promoting healing and personal growth. With a strong commitment to attachment-based and strength-based practices, she empowers her clients to navigate life’s challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Specialties
General Mental Health
Benjamin Kagedan

Benjamin Kagedan

Brooklyn, NY
Psychologist, PSYD
Benjamin Kagedan is a skilled psychologist and PSYD, CHT who understands that many individuals may have tried therapy before without experiencing the transformative change they were seeking. He recognizes that some might question the purpose of discussing painful experiences. Through his practice of somatic psychotherapy, Benjamin breaks free from traditional talk therapy by integrating mindfulness and body-awareness, facilitating a deeper and more accelerated healing process. He is dedicated to helping clients who are tired of repeating unhealthy patterns in their relationships, ready to overcome constricting insecurities, or longing to feel more vibrant and alive. With extensive training in somatic, experiential, and psychodynamic therapies, Benjamin works with adults from diverse backgrounds and addresses a wide range of issues. He is licensed to provide therapy services to residents of both New York and Pennsylvania.
Specialties
Mindfulness Relationship Stress
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Milo Legendre

Milo Legendre

Brooklyn, NY
Mhc-lp
Milo Legendre, MHC-LP, is a dedicated mental and behavioral health generalist known for treating adults and adolescents from diverse backgrounds. Currently serving as the Clinical Supervisor in supportive permanent housing, he works with adults facing Serious Mental Illness (SMI), Substance Abuse Disorders (SUD), and experiences of homelessness and incarceration. Milo's expertise also extends to his previous role as the Clinical Director of a day habilitation program, where he supported young adults on the Autism Spectrum and with varying levels of intellectual disability. Trained in evidence-based psychotherapies, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, he has facilitated group therapy sessions and worked with clients addressing issues such as social anxiety, generalized anxiety, work stress, career counseling, and PTSD. In a group private practice setting, Milo is committed to helping clients gain insight into themselves and their challenges, while imparting valuable coping skills. He firmly believes that the therapeutic relationship between client and therapist is paramount to progress, providing a safe, welcoming, and friendly atmosphere for all. Milo defines happiness as finding peace with one’s past and present, coupled with a sense of autonomy when envisioning the future.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety PTSD/Trauma Social Anxiety Work Stress
William Mcmillin

William Mcmillin

Brooklyn, NY
Cat-lp
William Mcmillin, a compassionate and dedicated therapist, understands that many individuals experience anxiety in various aspects of life, including school, work, and personal relationships. He recognizes that challenges such as life transitions or the grief of losing a loved one can create feelings of imbalance and unease. With a strong belief in the therapeutic process, William creates a safe and creative space for clients to explore their emotions, even those that are difficult to articulate. He fosters thoughtful dialogue that promotes mutual understanding, without requiring any prior experience with art materials or therapy. Clients working with William will discover a guide who genuinely values their strengths, true nature, and the unmet needs they may be grappling with. While he acknowledges that each individual's therapeutic journey is unique and without a fixed roadmap, he promises to provide a balanced approach of listening, challenge, and support. William invites anyone interested in therapy to explore a complimentary consultation, allowing for an open dialogue about their concerns and aspirations and determining if his approach is the right fit for them.
Specialties
Anxiety Grief Relationship Stress Student Life Work Stress

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