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Pamela Reinhard, PhD, is a dedicated psychologist with over 30 years of experience in psychotherapy. She specializes in addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and stress. A graduate of Fordham University, Pamela has not only provided therapeutic support to adults and elders but has also taught graduate students and supervised psychology interns, reflecting her commitment to the field. Her therapeutic approach is interactive, integrating psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral principles, and she customizes her techniques to meet the unique needs of each client. Pamela's overarching goal is to foster greater self-awareness, enhance self-esteem, and improve the quality of relationships while equipping individuals with coping skills to navigate the complexities of everyday life.

Ashley Agosto is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist dedicated to guiding clients through their unique journeys. She understands that life can feel overwhelming, and her goal is to empower individuals to find the strength, determination, and serenity they need to soar beyond their expectations. In her practice, she fosters a safe, supportive, and respectful environment that is essential for developing a therapeutic relationship. With years of experience treating issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, and relationship challenges, Ashley utilizes a strength-based approach that connects clients with their innate wisdom. Her bilingual capabilities enhance her ability to reach a wider audience, ensuring that everyone feels understood and valued. Ashley employs various therapeutic modalities, including trauma-focused therapy and mindfulness-based approaches, allowing her to attune to her clients' emotional needs while creating a kind and nurturing atmosphere. Life can pose significant challenges, and Ashley’s understanding nature reassures clients that they are not alone, whether they face daily stressors or navigate the complexities of trauma.

Penny Justus is a compassionate and empathetic Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, offering supportive therapy and coaching online. Those who feel worried, out of sorts, or struggle with anger will find a safe space to explore their needs with her. Penny specializes in working with teens, adults, and elders, helping them navigate life's challenges, relationship issues, and anxiety. She employs a culturally sensitive approach that embraces various therapeutic modalities, including Positive Psychology, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). With years of experience in providing individual and group therapy, she effectively assists clients dealing with dual diagnoses impacted by mental illness and substance use disorders. During the initial consultation, Penny collaborates with clients to identify specific needs and establish personalized therapy plans, unlocking innate abilities hidden beneath fears and limiting beliefs. She is dedicated to helping individuals and couples thrive on their journey towards understanding, healing, and achieving their life purpose.

Mari Umpierre is a highly experienced clinical social worker and psychotherapist with over 20 years of direct practice experience. She holds a PhD in Clinical Social Work from New York University and a dual degree in Social Work and Dance Movement Therapy from Hunter College, which enriches her therapeutic approach. Mari collaborates closely with psychiatrists and primary care providers to ensure the delivery of high-quality care tailored to individuals, couples, and families. Her deep interest in the intersection of health and mental health issues informs her practice. With advanced training in family therapy and psychoanalysis, she actively supervises and teaches master's level clinicians, contributing to the development of future mental health professionals. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she skillfully works with patients from culturally diverse backgrounds. Mari is also open to providing telephone and Skype sessions, ensuring continuity in the therapeutic process for all her clients.

Karina Aybar-Jacobs is a bilingual (English & Spanish) psychotherapist and leadership coach dedicated to empowering women. With over 14 years of experience, she specializes in helping individuals overcome anxiety, fear, low self-esteem, depression, co-dependency, and toxic relationships. Karina provides a caring, confidential, and empowering environment where women can navigate their personal, romantic, and career challenges. Her holistic and humanistic approach enables clients to understand their thoughts and feelings, build self-confidence, and achieve self-empowerment. Additionally, she integrates her professional coaching skills to facilitate clients' journeys from self-empowered to self-actualized. Karina’s mantra emphasizes building resilience through vulnerability, underscoring the courage it takes to seek help. Her expertise includes areas such as relationship issues, parentification trauma, and various therapeutic modalities, including Compassion Focused, Trauma Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Wandra Chenault, LCSW-R, is an insightful Existential psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals uncover the root causes of their unhappiness and navigate their complex emotions. With extensive experience in addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and mood disorders, Wandra supports her clients through various therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She specializes in working with diverse populations, including those who identify as bisexual or are navigating infidelity and family conflict. Wandra fosters a nonjudgmental space where clients can openly express their feelings, allowing for genuine dialogue and real change. Whether clients seek to climb out of a downward spiral or simply infuse their lives with new growth, Wandra’s eclectic approach ensures she tailors her methods to meet each individual’s unique needs. Recognizing that life can be a journey filled with confusion and vulnerability, she emphasizes the importance of a supportive therapeutic relationship, guiding clients to reclaim their sense of direction and happiness.

Roslyn Hunter is a compassionate licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adults and couples. She believes that empathy and humor are essential components of the therapeutic process, ensuring that clients feel respected and heard while focusing on emotional relief. With specialized expertise in issues such as depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, neglect, sexual abuse, anger management, and career challenges, Roslyn adopts an open and non-judgmental stance during sessions. She offers valuable feedback, enabling clients to feel truly understood. In her couples counseling, Roslyn emphasizes effective communication and conflict resolution, making her approach both supportive and results-driven. A brief consultation can assist clients in determining the right path forward in their journey.

Nicole Palumbo is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker serving clients in New York and New Jersey. With 12 years of experience in providing person-centered mental health and substance use counseling, she excels in helping individuals navigate challenges related to trauma and PTSD, anxiety, and mood disorders. Certified in Motivational Interviewing, Nicole utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Compassion Focused therapy, and Trauma-Focused strategies, tailored to meet the unique needs of teens, adults, and elders. Her commitment to creating a safe and supportive space allows her clients to feel truly heard as they work towards their goals, whether through long-term therapy or short-term crisis counseling.

Gillian Scott-Ward, PhD, is a dedicated psychologist committed to helping adults thrive rather than merely survive. With a deep belief in the inherent healing power of individuals, she creates a compassionate and supportive therapeutic environment. Gillian invites clients to reconnect with their internal wisdom, refine their intuition, and embrace life with intention. Her expertise encompasses mood disorders, anxiety, identity and sexuality issues, relationship challenges, and life transitions. She utilizes a diverse array of techniques, blending psychodynamic and culturally-informed psychotherapy with mindfulness, spirituality, EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, and innovative approaches such as Psychedelic Integration and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. Gillian's practice is firmly rooted in social justice principles and is affirming of LGBTQ+ identities. Finding the right therapist is essential, and Gillian welcomes potential clients to explore the possibility of a fruitful therapeutic partnership through thoughtful discussions and evaluations during the initial sessions.

Feruze Zeko is a dedicated and compassionate licensed psychotherapist boasting over 20 years of experience in helping adults and elders navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional well-being. She is committed to providing a safe and supportive space where individuals can explore their issues, develop coping skills, and work towards positive change. Feruze aims to empower her clients to lead healthier, happier lives and equips them with the tools necessary for effectively navigating life's ups and downs. Utilizing a client-centered and evidence-based approach to counseling, she integrates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. Her therapeutic style is collaborative and empathetic, ensuring that interventions are tailored to meet each individual's unique needs and goals. In her sessions, clients can expect a non-judgmental and supportive environment that fosters open expression. Together, Feruze and her clients will explore their concerns, set achievable objectives, and develop strategies aimed at enhancing emotional well-being.

Patricia Dickey is a compassionate and interactive Clinical Social Worker and therapist dedicated to helping adults and elders navigate their challenges. She specializes in addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, relational problems, and symptoms related to past trauma or family of origin. With a warm and empathic style, Patricia employs a Psychodynamic framework while selectively integrating Cognitive Behavioral interventions to guide her clients towards insight and growth. Through her diverse modalities, including breath and movement, mind-body focus, and attachment-based therapy, she empowers individuals to access their inner strength, enabling them to foster positive changes in their life situations and relationships. Patricia believes that everyone deserves to feel calm and happy, and she is honored to support her clients on their transformative journeys.

Nick Fager is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LMHC, LPCC) who understands that mental health issues often arise when individuals face overwhelming emotions in isolation. With a compassionate approach, he recognizes that, without support, emotions can become daunting, leading to feelings of numbness, anxiety, and depression. Nick's goal is to create a safe space for intense emotions to be invited into the therapeutic setting, where they can be regulated and reincorporated into the psyche, fostering a fuller and healthier life. He runs a group practice that connects clients in New York City, San Francisco, and Los Angeles with therapists best suited to their specific needs, emphasizing a collaborative approach to therapy. As a member of the LGBTQ community himself, Nick prioritizes creating LGBTQ-affirming spaces and has extensive experience working with a diverse clientele. He ensures that potential clients receive all the necessary information about insurance, fees, and therapist matching, aiming to make the journey into therapy as seamless and supportive as possible.

Cesar Espineda, PhD, BCETS, began his practice in the aftermath of the tragedy of 9/11 in Manhattan, New York City. Since that pivotal moment, he has dedicated his career to supporting individuals grappling with anxiety, depression, grief, stress, suicidal ideation, and trauma. The Covid-19 pandemic has further underscored the critical importance of mental health, prompting Cesar to advocate for its place in daily life. In the past year, he has encountered heightened expressions of existential distress, including feelings of abandonment, anger, depression, food insecurity, identity confusion, isolation, guilt, loss, helplessness, hopelessness, toxic relationships, safety concerns, shame, and self-esteem struggles. Cesar's extensive training in mental health care, pastoral-spiritual counseling, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and group supervision has equipped him with a diverse skill set tailored to address these complex issues. His immersive experiences across Australia, New Zealand, Western and American Samoa, Japan, and the Philippines have enriched his understanding of diversity, inclusion, and equity. Having supported 9/11 survivors and attended to a family member lost to Covid-19, Cesar recognizes the profound emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual toll that pain and suffering can inflict on overall well-being. He is ready to journey alongside individuals, binding wounds with passion, compassion, non-possessive empathy, and an unyielding curiosity, all grounded in a non-judgmental approach.