At Creative Now Therapy, Cristina Maria Fort Garces, along with her colleagues Autumn and Ariel, offers a culturally sensitive space where the complexity of each individual is genuinely valued. They promote the discovery and recovery of the whole self, fostering an environment conducive to healing and helping clients approach life with fluidity and fullness. As therapists and coaches specialized in somatic and creative approaches, they guide individuals through challenging life transitions with mindfulness and a holistic perspective. Their collaborative approach involves tuning into clients' bodies, beliefs, and patterns to explore creative, self-identified methods for managing and expressing emotions, ultimately enhancing relationships with oneself and others. Therapy sessions may incorporate talk therapy, art-making, body awareness, and dream exploration. The team is dedicated to supporting and challenging clients to take responsibility for their growth through rich, embodied experiences in the present moment. They believe in the powerful wisdom of the body as the greatest resource for navigating uncertainty, vulnerability, and change, aiding in the restoration of health. Cristina and her team are eager to connect with individuals seeking answers to their questions and guidance on insurance benefits and coverage.

Fraidy Zeidman is a compassionate counselor (LMHC, MSE) based in New Jersey, dedicated to guiding individuals through their personal journeys. Many people seek her expertise when they feel a sense of emptiness or struggle to navigate their daily lives. With specializations in women's health, encompassing postpartum issues, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, mood disorders, and career counseling, Fraidy works with a diverse clientele, ranging from preteens to adults, including couples. She utilizes a blend of therapeutic modalities, such as Somatic, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Emotionally Focused Therapy, aimed at empowering clients to discover their inherent strengths and possibilities. Fraidy believes that the therapeutic alliance is vital, fostering an environment where clients feel safe, understood, and heard. Through her experiences in outpatient clinics, private practice, and university teaching, she equips her clients with both immediate coping skills and long-term growth strategies. By providing a Listening ear and practical tools, Fraidy inspires her clients to embrace change and overcome obstacles together, ensuring that no one has to face their challenges alone.

Katie Dimuzio is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist who empowers individuals to stop worrying and embrace the joys of life. Many of her clients often feel trapped in cycles of comparison, believing they don't measure up. They seek fulfillment in their careers and clarity in their paths. For those who resonate with these feelings, Katie is here to help. Through engaging and interactive sessions, she assists clients in identifying their strengths, transforming unhelpful thought patterns, and managing difficult emotions to alleviate stress and enhance overall life satisfaction. With a decade of experience, Katie specializes in guiding young adults—particularly those in startup and tech industries—through challenges such as anxiety, impostor syndrome, relationship issues, work-related stress, and trauma. Her passion extends to working with veterans and first responders, drawing from her extensive background with organizations like the FDNY, the VA, and the Pentagon. Katie's completely online practice allows clients to comfortably connect via secure video meetings from their own homes or offices, eliminating the stress of commuting. She offers flexible morning and evening sessions tailored for busy professionals and students across urban areas like NYC, Washington, DC, and Virginia. Katie looks forward to collaborating with clients to facilitate their journey toward wellness and fulfillment.

Maya Williamson is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist (LCSW) who understands the courage it takes to begin therapy. She provides a supportive environment for individuals, including teens and adults, who are navigating stressful times or seeking insight into deeply-rooted patterns. Maya is committed to collaborating with her clients to create a safe and nurturing space that fosters a connection with their authentic selves. Utilizing a strengths-based approach, she tailors psychodynamic and behavioral interventions to meet each person's unique needs. Maya has experience supporting clients facing grief and loss, relationship stress, self-esteem challenges, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Her extensive training in trauma work includes a strong focus on assisting survivors of gender-based violence. With a firm belief that everyone has the potential to heal and grow, Maya offers therapy as a dedicated space where clients can acquire valuable tools for personal development. Through telehealth therapy by appointment, she invites individuals to explore how she may assist them through their therapeutic journey.

Essence Ware-Bryant is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist who tailors her approach to reflect her clients' needs, personalities, and personal aspirations. She is deeply committed to fostering growth and giving back to the Black community through education, self-reflection, and healing. Essence believes that therapy resembles an extraordinary road trip, where clients lead the way. With Essence as a supportive passenger, the journey becomes an amazing exploration of self-discovery. She focuses on empowering individuals who may feel hesitant to take control of their healing process, providing guidance in a sensitive and non-judgmental environment. Her ultimate goal is to equip clients with essential skills to thrive both mentally and emotionally, well beyond their therapy sessions. Recognizing the courage it takes to seek help, Essence commends those who have made the first step and encourages everyone to continue towards healing and wholeness.

Sisy Alejandra Valdiviezo embraces a warm, practical, and collaborative approach to psychotherapy, adapting treatment to the needs of each individual. She believes that the present is informed yet not fully determined by one’s past, and that everyone aspires to healing, wellness, and ongoing growth. Specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and life transitions, Sisy encourages her clients to explore unexamined unhealthy patterns and face uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. With a commitment to an anti-oppressive, relational, and trauma-focused lens, she emphasizes the importance of an integrated understanding of one’s experiences. Sisy strives to promote increased awareness of the multiple aspects that influence each person's experience, while helping them develop healthy coping skills. This therapeutic process not only fosters healing but also creates opportunities for positive, lasting changes. The most important aspect of her sessions is ensuring that clients feel acknowledged, respected, and understood. Ultimately, Sisy aims for treatment to guide individuals toward greater emotional freedom, self-confidence, self-efficacy, and a meaningful life.

Joseph Friedman, LCSW, is a compassionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or unfulfilled. His extensive experience with adults, teens, and elders equips him to guide clients through life's challenges with remarkable empathy. Joseph understands that your concerns may feel daunting, yet he emphasizes hope and the innate strengths each person possesses to foster growth and resolution. He has successfully assisted many clients in discovering their inner resources and navigating emotional pain. Offering a tailored and integrated approach to therapy, Joseph provides a safe space for exploration, whether through a solution-focused perspective aimed at problem resolution or an insight-oriented focus that allows for personal discovery at each individual's pace. He believes that the therapeutic journey is profoundly personal, and he is committed to ensuring that every session meets the unique needs of his clients. With Joseph, the first step in seeking help is already a significant achievement, and he is eager to embark on this journey together toward healing and self-discovery.

Augusta Gordon is an empathic and dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist, deeply passionate about guiding clients through their personal growth journeys. With her extensive experience, Augusta understands the profound impact of seeking change and the vital role of support in this process. She employs a holistic approach that integrates a variety of methods tailored to the unique needs of each client, prioritizing the interconnectedness of mind and body. Utilizing techniques from psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-related practices rooted in yoga and Buddhism, she fosters an environment of growth and healing. Augusta holds her degree from The Evergreen State College, where she honed her skills in empathic listening, connection-making, and learning from diverse perspectives. Her creative pursuits—which include drawing, printing, photography, and music—further enrich her practice, allowing her to connect with individuals from all walks of life as they work through issues related to depression, trauma, PTSD, and anxiety.

Jessica Guilfoyle, MA, LMHC, is a dedicated counselor who firmly believes that the cornerstone of effective psychotherapy is the relationship forged between therapist and client. She recognizes that everyone is on a quest for a corrective emotional experience, and she is committed to creating the space and safety necessary for this transformative journey. Her approach to therapy is characterized by gentleness and compassion, fostering a non-judgmental environment for all who seek her guidance. Jessica draws from an array of therapeutic modalities, including Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which equips her to adeptly support individuals facing challenges such as mood disorders, relationship issues, eating disorders, and the effects of developmental trauma and identity. Through her culturally sensitive and trauma-focused practices, she is devoted to helping clients navigate their paths to healing and growth.

Sarina Destefano, a dedicated Mental Health Counselor with an MA and LMHC, understands that embarking on a therapy journey can seem like a daunting commitment for many adults. She is on a mission to create a meaningful, interesting, and collaborative space that meets her clients where they are, empowering them to realize their capacity for profound change. Sarina emphasizes the importance of shifting perspectives in fostering an evolving sense of self. She values the role of culture, myth, laughter, and metaphor in exploring her clients' issues, drawing on her expertise in Jungian, Humanistic, and Existential theories. For Sarina, therapy is both a creative and healing process. She balances engagement and curiosity on a fundamental level with the practical application of evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and solution-focused methods. Sarina specializes in addressing intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, family dynamics, and challenges related to finding purpose and meaning in life.

Jessica Rossi, PsyD, is a dedicated psychologist specializing in evidence-based therapy across all age groups, from preteens to adults. With a particular focus on adolescents and young adults, she employs a tailored approach to therapy, ensuring that each client's unique needs are met. Jessica's expertise encompasses anxiety-related disorders, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, and she is adept in providing trauma-focused treatment through exposure and narrative-based interventions. She fosters positive therapeutic relationships and teaches valuable skills for her clients to apply outside of sessions. Pursuing excellence in her field, Jessica utilizes a variety of evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Parent Management Training. Jessica is committed to helping individuals navigate their challenges with compassion and understanding while being licensed in multiple states, making her accessible through telehealth services.

Matthew Leardi is a compassionate therapist and clinical social worker dedicated to helping clients achieve their personal goals. With a commitment to a person-centered approach, he collaborates closely with individuals, offering therapeutic services and a supportive ear during life’s challenges. Matthew’s extensive experience spans a diverse range of populations, addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, family dynamics, marriage and family support, and addiction. He creates a safe and personal environment for clients, empowering them to develop the skills needed to navigate their paths toward wellness. Matthew's passion lies in inspiring clients to embrace the therapeutic journey and motivating them towards meaningful change. Currently, he provides fully remote sessions, welcoming new clients for evening appointments.

Alexandra Marquez, LCSW, is a compassionate and insightful Clinical Social Worker and Therapist dedicated to guiding individuals and couples through their emotional journeys. With a strong focus on understanding unconscious processes that shape thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, she collaborates with clients to explore their past experiences and relationships. This exploration fosters insight into patterns that may be affecting their current lives. Alexandra’s empathetic listening and analytical approach empower her clients to cultivate self-awareness and achieve positive changes in their emotional well-being and interpersonal connections. She specializes in addressing anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, and perinatal and postpartum challenges, alongside providing support for parenting difficulties and couples therapy. Through her tailored therapeutic modalities, she creates a safe and transformative space for adults to thrive.