Michael Brustein
New York,
NY
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Michael Brustein is a compassionate clinical psychologist dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate their emotional challenges. With extensive training from prestigious institutions such as Harvard Medical School, Yeshiva University, and New York University, he specializes in addressing anxiety, relationship issues, and marital dynamics. Individuals who find themselves feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or anxious will benefit from Dr. Brustein's mindfulness-based and psychodynamic approaches. He empowers clients with concrete techniques to alleviate stress, and through insightful exploration, he aids them in understanding the underlying patterns contributing to their anxiety. For couples, Dr. Brustein employs the Gottman Method to promote effective communication and foster intimacy, helping partners address trust issues and redefine their interpersonal dynamics. His meticulous assessment process allows couples to evaluate their relationship's strengths and weaknesses, paving the way for greater satisfaction and connection. With Dr. Brustein's support, clients can reclaim control over their lives and deepen their relationships.
Specialties
Anxiety
General Mental Health
Relationship Stress
David Fazzari
New York,
NY
Psychologist, PHD
David Fazzari, PhD, is a dedicated psychologist who specializes in empowering adults and elders to overcome challenges associated with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. With a compassionate approach, David integrates evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness meditation, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into his work with individuals. His ability to create a safe and supportive environment ensures that clients feel understood and valued, paving the way for personal growth and emotional resilience. David’s commitment to fostering self-awareness and acceptance encourages his clients to navigate life's difficulties with strength and clarity.
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Peter Hill
New York,
NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Peter Hill is a compassionate therapist and Clinical Social Worker with extensive training and several decades of experience in supporting families and individuals during challenging times. He specializes in addressing family conflicts, relationship issues, and the unique struggles faced by parents and young adults in transition. With a down-to-earth approach, Peter guides his clients—whether they are couples, individuals, or families—to uncover insights into their patterns and barriers, allowing them to rediscover their strengths and resources. Drawing from a strong background as an Ackerman graduate and specialized training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Peter is dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where clients can feel understood and empowered. His focus on trauma-informed, family systems, and humanistic therapy modalities sets the stage for lasting growth and healing.
Specialties
Family Stress
Relationship Stress
Arielle Alford
New York,
NY
Pre-licensed Professional
Arielle Alford is a compassionate and dedicated pre-licensed professional committed to providing a nurturing space for clients to open up and share their personal stories. With a focus on collaboration, she works alongside her clients to help them become their best selves and offers effective coping mechanisms to navigate daily challenges including anxiety, depression, feelings of uncertainty, and familial problems. Recognizing that every individual's journey is unique, Arielle specializes in working with families, children, and adolescents while also addressing stress and emotional distress. Her empathetic and warm approach creates a safe environment where clients feel supported and understood, allowing for authentic self-expression and greater self-awareness. Together, Arielle and her clients use past experiences as motivation to forge a path toward achieving their goals. She upholds a client-centered therapeutic process and encourages everyone to come to their sessions with an open mind, fostering the potential for lifelong change.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Stress
General Mental Health
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Regine Anna Anna Seckinger Ph.d.
New York,
NY
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Regine Anna Seckinger is a trained psychologist who operates within a psychoanalytic paradigm. She understands that past experiences profoundly shape how individuals manage their fears and anxieties, ultimately influencing the quality of their relationships with others and the world around them. This foundational belief guides her thinking and informs her comprehensive treatment approach. Dr. Seckinger is adept in a variety of therapeutic techniques rooted in differing traditions, which allows her to confidently address a wide range of clinical issues, including anxiety and personality disorders. In addition to her therapeutic work, she has extensive experience with psychological testing and evaluation, conducting neuropsychological assessments, and offering psycho-educational and personality evaluations for children, teens, and adults.
Specialties
Anxiety
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Julie Bacote Yates
New York,
NY
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LCSW
Julie Bacote Yates is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist who understands the courage it takes to seek mental health support. In a world filled with uncertainty and emotional challenges, she provides a safe space for individuals to explore their experiences. Her approach delves into how present life challenges impact personal trajectories, acknowledging that past hurts and trauma can resurface during turbulent times. Through a collaborative partnership, Julie utilizes integrative evidence-based practices tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. With her guidance and support, individuals will identify obstacles that hinder them from becoming their best selves. Initially, she offers a 15-minute consultation to ensure a good fit, followed by personalized planning to build on individual strengths, recognizing that each person is the true expert in their own life.
Specialties
Getting Unstuck
PTSD/Trauma
Anika Banu
New York,
NY
MS, MHC-LP
Anika Banu, MS, MHC-LP, is a compassionate and skilled therapist dedicated to supporting and empowering clients to harness their strengths for personal growth. She helps individuals navigate the psychological and emotional challenges that often reveal unhealthy thoughts and behaviors. With multicultural training, Anika provides an inclusive therapeutic environment where every client, regardless of gender, race, or orientation, is respected and valued. Her warm, supportive, and interactive style fosters empowerment and healing. Anika works with a diverse clientele, including preteens, children, teens, adults, and families. She specializes in addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma/PTSD, relationship difficulties, work-related stress, and life transitions. Utilizing evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered methods, and mindfulness-based strategies, Anika tailors her therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each client. She is also qualified to conduct ADHD testing and evaluations. With a commitment to understanding and walking alongside her clients, Anika looks forward to supporting them on their journey toward well-being.
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Stress
Work Stress
Maria Bautista
New York,
NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Maria Bautista, a bilingual psychotherapist fluent in Spanish, provides online therapy for individuals and couples in NY, PA, MA, MD, and FL. With a creative and collaborative approach, she customizes her sessions to meet the unique experiences, needs, and strengths of her clients. Specializing in interpersonal and relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and attachment experiences, Maria supports adults and couples in building meaningful connections and transforming their lives. She has a profound dedication to working with Latinos, LatinX, Latine individuals, millennials, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ communities, fostering a supportive and affirming therapeutic environment where clients feel seen and valued. Maria believes that the strength of the therapeutic relationship plays a crucial role in her clients' healing journey. With her expertise in various modalities, including Compassion Focused, Trauma Focused, and Emotionally Focused therapy, she partners with her clients to identify their strengths and needs effectively.
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Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Stress
General Mental Health
Grief
LGBTQ+
Men's & Women's Issues
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
PTSD/Trauma
Relationship Stress
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Ozlem Bekar
New York,
NY
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Ozlem Bekar is a dedicated psychologist with a PhD, specializing in understanding the intricate dynamics behind repetitive patterns and symptoms in life. She works compassionately with a diverse range of clients, including adults and children, who face challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and stressful life transitions. With particular expertise in addressing developmental and behavioral issues in children, Dr. Bekar views psychotherapy as a collaborative journey. She focuses on exploring thoughts and feelings and how they connect to behaviors and decisions in a supportive environment. Drawing from psychodynamic theory, she enriches her practice with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) when relevant. For children and families, she employs attachment-based interventions, play therapy, and parent-child psychotherapy. Dr. Bekar's extensive research and numerous publications in psychotherapy enhance her clinical practice and contribute to her meaningful work with both children and adults.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
PTSD/Trauma
Relationship Stress
Barbara Bennett
New York,
NY
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Barbara Bennett is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) who understands that life can often feel overwhelming. With the many responsibilities adults and elders juggle, feelings of anxiety, self-doubt, and anger may arise. Barbara recognizes the challenge of balancing roles as a parent, spouse, and friend, often leaving individuals feeling lost and disconnected. Her extensive training in therapy models such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Body-Centered Gestalt Therapy, EMDR, and the Intuitive Healers Training Program equips her to guide clients toward positive change. With a unique ability to connect deeply with children and families, Barbara approaches therapy holistically, integrating art, imagery, and play where appropriate. She combines her knowledge with a heartfelt commitment to helping her clients navigate their journeys.
Specialties
Anxiety
Warren Berland
New York,
NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PHD
Warren Berland is a Clinical Social Worker and therapist who is dedicated to helping individuals and couples discover solutions to their most challenging issues. With a focus on fostering a renewed sense of possibility and joy, he employs a short-term, solution-oriented approach that emphasizes the present and future. Clients will find that his guidance allows them to shift from feelings of frustration, being stuck, or fear, to embracing the courage, willingness, love, and wisdom necessary to move forward. Drawing on over 35 years of experience and more than 20 years of his own fulfilling marriage and spiritual practice, Warren's innovative methods are rooted in various therapeutic modalities including transpersonal, cognitive behavioral (CBT), and solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT). His insights are also encapsulated in his book, *Out of the Box for Life: Being Free is Just a Choice* (HarperCollins). Clients are encouraged to reflect on the empowering questions he poses: What if the key to living a healthy, happy, satisfying, and fulfilling life had always been within reach? What if all it took were the right tools to unlock this potential? The possibilities are endless!
Specialties
Relationship Stress
Spirituality
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Lucy Bichsel
New York,
NY
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Lucy Bichsel is a compassionate psychologist with a PhD, dedicated to helping adults and elders navigate the complexities of relationships, especially in these challenging times. She understands that, particularly in the wake of COVID-19, relationships are more crucial than ever. Dr. Bichsel recognizes the difficulties faced by couples as they adapt to significant lifestyle changes, economic uncertainty, and social isolation. For those who are single, she offers support in managing loneliness and the disruptions in dating life. Through her practice, she assists individuals and couples in breaking free from cycles of anger, disappointment, and isolation, fostering clear communication and emotionally-driven interactions. Dr. Bichsel is committed to guiding her clients toward authenticity, clarity, trust, and connection in their relationships. With a focus on culturally sensitive therapy and a variety of methods including the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy, she is eager to discuss the unique needs and hopes of her clients, helping them heal and grow in their relationships.
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Specialties
Family Stress
Loneliness
Managing Emotions
Relationship Stress
Daniel Blausey
New York,
NY
Daniel Blausey is a dedicated therapist specializing in art therapy and psychotherapy, with over 25 years of experience supporting adults and young people during times of change. His expertise encompasses traditional talk therapy, art therapy, and a unique integration of both methods, allowing for a collaborative, personalized approach that prioritizes the safety and intentions of his clients. Daniel’s style is characterized by gentleness and encouragement, yet he also offers thought-provoking and compassionate challenges when necessary to facilitate therapeutic growth. His adeptness at holding space for difficult emotions enhances the personal progress of those he works with, fostering opportunities for transformation. Common areas of focus in Daniel's practice include stress reduction, sexuality, grief and loss, sadness, and the nuances of childhood sexual abuse. A key goal for Daniel is to help clients cultivate their capacity to be more present in their lives. Though the therapeutic journey may present challenges, the incremental gains experienced under his guidance allow clients to navigate a healthy spectrum of emotions, leading towards increased satisfaction, joy, and a deeper sense of meaning in life.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Stress
General Mental Health
Grief
LGBTQ+
Men's & Women's Issues
PTSD/Trauma
Relationship Stress
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