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Peter Gradilone is a compassionate and experienced Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, specializing in helping teens, adults, and elders navigate their unique challenges. He seeks individuals who are committed to the therapeutic process and are eager to explore their feelings and the underlying reasons for them. His approach is grounded in understanding the past influences that shape present behaviors, while also considering the future direction and decisions that lie ahead. With specialties in Jungian and psychodynamic therapy, Peter creates a relational space where clients can delve into the root causes of their distress and discover their potential. He recognizes the universal human experience of joy and suffering, fostering an environment where clients can find refuge and understanding on their journey towards healing. Peter invites you to embark on this transformative exploration together.

Dr. Cicek Erdem is a dedicated psychologist who offers psychoanalytically-informed psychotherapy tailored for adults, adolescents, and couples. With a keen interest in interpersonal relationships, self-identity issues, emerging adulthood, and trauma recovery, she addresses complex matters such as divorce, loss, parenting, and existential dilemmas. Dr. Erdem possesses extensive experience in women's mental health, focusing on reproductive and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, relationship and attachment challenges, as well as disordered eating and body esteem. Passionate about working with adolescents, college-age young adults, and their parents, she aims to help clients identify and transform unconscious self-defeating thought patterns, emotional responses, and behaviors. Dr. Erdem believes that increased self-awareness of one's early history and unique aspirations enables individuals to make fulfilling choices, cultivate healthier coping mechanisms, and foster enriched relationships with others. Her therapeutic style is characterized by authenticity, warmth, emotional engagement, and directness. As a multicultural and bilingual professional, she embraces the opportunity to work with clients from diverse and intersecting identities, including international students, expatriates, first- and second-generation immigrants, and intercultural couples.

Sarah Evans is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in creating an empathic and accepting environment where individuals can explore their emotions and inner experiences. With significant experience and advanced training in relational psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, she adeptly works with adults, adolescents, and elders from diverse backgrounds. Sarah focuses on issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and trauma. For adolescents, her expertise extends to addressing academic challenges as well. By delving into present experiences and past influences, she helps clients identify problematic patterns and guides them towards a more fulfilling and engaged life.

Jojo Feng is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, known for her passion for empowering individuals to achieve their dreams and enhance their well-being. With expertise in addressing issues like depression, anxiety, and trauma, she provides tailored eclectic therapeutic treatments that cater to the unique needs of each client. Jojo has received extensive training in advanced clinical counseling from Columbia University and gained invaluable clinical experience at esteemed institutions like NYPresbyterian hospitals and private practices. Her approach integrates a variety of techniques, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which are highly effective in alleviating stress and emotional distress. Fluent in Mandarin, Russian, and Swedish, she embraces diversity and is committed to offering culturally sensitive therapy to clients of all ages. Jojo’s experience spans a wide range of cultural and professional backgrounds, making her an excellent support for anyone seeking to improve their relationships and cope with life's challenges.

Elizabeth Figueroa is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with over 25 years of experience in the field. Known for her commitment to providing a nonjudgmental and safe space, Elizabeth excels in helping individuals navigate their paths toward a more balanced life. Her therapeutic approach is person-centered, holistic, and focused on healing the whole person. Elizabeth equips her clients with essential coping skills to manage distress effectively. Throughout her career, she has worked with diverse populations, including individuals affected by HIV/AIDS and most recently, survivors of the COVID-19 pandemic. Her goal is to support clients through life's many challenges, whether they are facing anxiety, depression, concentration problems, or feelings of hopelessness. Specializing in work with children and their families, young adults, the elderly, and the LGBTQ+ community, Elizabeth integrates various therapy types, including trauma-focused and somatic therapies. With a keen focus on depression, trauma, and anxiety, she is committed to guiding and empowering her clients on their journeys to becoming their best selves.

Matthew Mandelbaum, a dedicated psychologist with a PhD, MSEd, and MA, skillfully guides clients toward becoming their authentic selves, empowering them across various life domains. His diverse clientele includes individuals from business, healthcare, the arts, and education, alongside emerging adults and university students. Clients often describe themselves as sensitive, intelligent, and eager to learn, and Matthew’s goals are clear: to enhance their decision-making and problem-solving abilities, alleviate pain and suffering, and cultivate resilience. Through his integrative and humanistic approach, he fosters self-determination and agency, while helping clients replace ineffective behaviors with constructive strategies. Matthew is intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, having completed a rigorous two-year program at the Linehan Institute. By establishing a strong therapeutic alliance built on support and validation, he assists clients in achieving their cognitive, social, and emotional objectives. His comprehensive methods blend education, entrepreneurship, and dialectical behavior therapy, enhancing effectiveness in family, friendship, financial, and academic realms, thereby transforming challenges into success.

Rita Gazarik is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, holding an LCSW credential, dedicated to supporting adults and elders through a variety of life challenges. With a rich background in dealing with marital and premarital issues, family conflicts, and life transitions, Rita employs a range of therapeutic modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), the Gottman Method, and Structural Family Therapy. She is particularly skilled in guiding couples and families, offering workshops for newly married couples while fostering an inclusive environment that honors multicultural perspectives. Rita's approach is characterized by a blend of psychodynamic insight, relational therapy, and feminist principles, ensuring a holistic and empathetic experience for her clients.

Erin Gilbert is passionate about being a part of the positive change that individuals and couples seek in their lives, whether that involves addressing troubling moods, overcoming relationship difficulties, or tackling addictions. With extensive expertise, she works with clients facing a wide array of challenges, including stress, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, infidelity, anxiety, and depression. Erin holds a special interest in guiding clients through pivotal life transitions, such as new parenthood, divorce, career changes, and the adjustments experienced by recent high school or college graduates. Having completed level three training in the Gottman Method, she is eager to support couples in enhancing their relationships. Through an eclectic mix of therapeutic techniques, primarily psychodynamic with an emphasis on relational psychotherapy, Erin aims to help clients build a renewed sense of self. Trust, honesty, and collaboration are central to her approach. She adopts a wellness-based perspective, addressing various dimensions of life to cultivate an optimal lifestyle. Erin looks forward to connecting with those ready to embark on their mental wellness journey.

Jennifer Goldberg is a dedicated clinical social worker who works with adults and adolescents, viewing therapy as a collaborative journey. Together with her clients, she seeks to create new possibilities for self-perception and lifestyle. Jennifer is particularly interested in exploring how larger cultural and social systems shape the narratives we develop about ourselves. By challenging these narratives, she empowers her clients to reclaim agency in their lives. Curiosity, creativity, and humor are central to her therapeutic approach, believing that individuals are not defined by their problems and that profound change is within everyone's reach. She emphasizes that therapists do not hold all the answers, but through relationship and dialogue, invaluable insights and solutions can emerge. Committed to fostering an affirming and anti-oppressive environment, Jennifer welcomes individuals from all racial, gender, sexual, and cultural identities into her practice, ensuring that everyone feels valued and supported.

Kevin Goldwater, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, CCTP, provides attuned and empathic psychotherapy to both individuals and groups. He creates a warm, curious, creative, and sometimes humorous therapeutic environment. Kevin believes that the dynamic between client and therapist represents one of the most valuable assets in therapy. Recognizing that each individual brings their own unique perception of needs and worldview, he places a great emphasis on identity, culture, and environment. This approach allows him to create a space for clients to process personal struggles and to address the external challenges that can compromise their wellbeing. With compassion, energy, and curiosity, Kevin is committed to meeting clients where they are and ensuring they feel safe and seen. He utilizes an integrative framework that incorporates psychodynamic, mindfulness, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) approaches. Kevin works with clients from diverse backgrounds, helping them navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, complex PTSD, gender dysphoria, substance use, self-harm, and LGBQ and TGNB identities. Additionally, he teaches and trains psychoanalytically at NYU. Understanding that finding the right therapeutic match can be challenging, Kevin warmly invites those seeking support to engage in a conversation about potential collaborative work towards a more peaceful and connected life.

Wendy Christian, MA, LCSW, is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and therapist dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey toward healing and happiness. She understands that everyone struggles at times and believes that despite current challenges, lasting change is possible. Whether clients are navigating life transitions, experiencing stress from relationships or work, or questioning their upbringing within high-demand groups or religions, Wendy provides a supportive and integrative healing experience. By employing trauma-informed therapies such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing, she specializes in treating developmental trauma, complex PTSD, and assisting those recovering from cults or high-demand environments. Wendy collaborates with clients to foster more fulfilling relationships with themselves and their loved ones. While reaching out for help can be daunting, she offers a free introductory phone consultation to ease the initial process, affirming that it takes courage to take that first step toward a healthier future.

Cheryl Hochberger, LCSW, CHC, is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist dedicated to supporting clients grappling with a range of psychological challenges, including eating disorders, depression, and anxiety. She has a profound understanding of how unhealthy behavioral patterns often signal deeper issues related to career dissatisfaction, relationship struggles, financial stress, or a lack of spiritual fulfillment. Cheryl specializes in working with individuals facing eating disorders, such as anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and emotional eating. Through her expertise in mindfulness-based therapy, wellness coaching, and play therapy, she guides clients on a journey to uncover the roots of their struggles. By fostering a trusting environment, Cheryl empowers individuals to regain control over their minds and bodies, enabling them to lead more fulfilling lives.

Noel Hunter, PsyD, is a dedicated psychologist who understands that many individuals, despite having friends and family, often feel alone and different. Clients may find themselves grappling with feelings of emptiness, anxiety, and fear, often convinced that they are defective or too much. Noel believes it doesn’t have to remain this way. He helps clients learn to connect in safe and trusting ways with both themselves and others. With a focus on healing from a history of trauma, abuse, and neglect, he recognizes that simply being told to 'get over it' is not a solution. Therapy, as Noel articulates, is challenging work—overcoming oppression and trauma requires more than superficial self-help tips. In his practice, healing and growth are viewed as a journey that takes time, and he emphasizes that no one should have to navigate this path alone. What his clients need is hope and trust, and he is there to walk alongside them, sharing the burden of their past while guiding them to accept their shadows without being controlled by them. His specialty lies in working with those who have experienced complex trauma and familial discord, helping them to shift from merely surviving to truly enjoying life. With a compassionate and strength-based approach, Noel Hunter inspires individuals to uncover the strong and worthwhile person that already exists within them. Clients may find their journey daunting, but with Noel's support, they can discover that embracing this risk is indeed worth it.