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Mindwork Therapy / Carolyn Ehrlich LCSW-R, CGP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CGP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
We all face challenges that keep us from feeling positively connected to ourselves, others, and the world around us. Whether we are partners, parents, colleagues, clients, employers, or entrepreneurs, how do we find an approach to living that allows us to acquire and sustain a sense of mastery and self esteem? Together, we can ask this question, and explore approaches to living that resonate with you.
We all face challenges that keep us from feeling positively connected to ourselves, others, and the world around us. Whether we are partners, parents, colleagues, clients, employers, or entrepreneurs, how do we find an approach to living that allows us to acquire and sustain a sense of mastery and self esteem? Together, we can ask this question, and explore approaches to living that resonate with you.
(646) 600-5138 View (646) 600-5138
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Jennifer Durso
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005  (Online Only)
Hi there! You should be proud of yourself for taking the first step of your mental health journey. Finding the right therapist takes courage, patience, and time. I am here to tell you that the wait is over! I am dedicated to helping you be your best and happiest self. In the therapy room, I will create an environment where you feel heard, supported, and comfortable. Building a strong therapeutic relationship and using it as a catalyst for change, healing, and processing is extremely important to me.
Hi there! You should be proud of yourself for taking the first step of your mental health journey. Finding the right therapist takes courage, patience, and time. I am here to tell you that the wait is over! I am dedicated to helping you be your best and happiest self. In the therapy room, I will create an environment where you feel heard, supported, and comfortable. Building a strong therapeutic relationship and using it as a catalyst for change, healing, and processing is extremely important to me.
(929) 207-7922 View (929) 207-7922
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Howard S Cohn
BA, MS
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
Life gives us challenges. These challenges can include anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationships, or just feeling stuck in life. However, we do not have to face these challenges alone. Through collaboration, we together can create an individualized and comprehensive plan to help you create an identity of your own, integrate positive practices into your daily interactions, and grow to live a happy and healthy life. email address:hcohn144@aol.com 917 414 7949 Mailing address United States P.O. Box 150294 Kew Gardens, New York 11415
Life gives us challenges. These challenges can include anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationships, or just feeling stuck in life. However, we do not have to face these challenges alone. Through collaboration, we together can create an individualized and comprehensive plan to help you create an identity of your own, integrate positive practices into your daily interactions, and grow to live a happy and healthy life. email address:hcohn144@aol.com 917 414 7949 Mailing address United States P.O. Box 150294 Kew Gardens, New York 11415
(646) 859-1322 View (646) 859-1322
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Maria Napoli
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005  (Online Only)
Deciding to come to therapy can be a difficult decision; one that takes courage and often comes with some anxiety and ambiguity about what the process will entail. I consider empathy, sympathy, and honesty are the key elements to a nurturing and successful therapeutic relationship. I’ve spent the last 4 years training and working with clients at institutions such as New York Presbyterian, New York University and Cornell Medical College. *** Hablo Espanol*****
Deciding to come to therapy can be a difficult decision; one that takes courage and often comes with some anxiety and ambiguity about what the process will entail. I consider empathy, sympathy, and honesty are the key elements to a nurturing and successful therapeutic relationship. I’ve spent the last 4 years training and working with clients at institutions such as New York Presbyterian, New York University and Cornell Medical College. *** Hablo Espanol*****
(646) 760-3583 View (646) 760-3583
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Howard S Cohn
BA-, MS
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
As an active therapist, I help individuals, couples, families, and children identify and transform the story that has been governing their life. It is my belief, that with the right support everyone has the innate capability to show up and transform their life. Past or present circumstances may have created pain or a belief of powerlessness, but these circumstances do not define you. You can reclaim your power and sense of authorship over your own life. In the words of Marianne Wiliamson, " Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure."
As an active therapist, I help individuals, couples, families, and children identify and transform the story that has been governing their life. It is my belief, that with the right support everyone has the innate capability to show up and transform their life. Past or present circumstances may have created pain or a belief of powerlessness, but these circumstances do not define you. You can reclaim your power and sense of authorship over your own life. In the words of Marianne Wiliamson, " Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure."
(646) 907-6309 View (646) 907-6309
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Doretha F Pengel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
Creating Connections is a culturally sensitive practice and our therapists are passionate about helping to foster the healing process of those in need. Doretha is a Clinical Social Worker licensed in New York State and Texas. She is a graduate of Fordham University School of Social Services where she received her MSW. Her broad experience ranges from psychotherapy with individuals, couples, adolescents and geriatrics. She also has experience as a mentor and life coach with individual clients and has been able to help them find their full potential. With over 18 years experience she is a seasoned clinician with real life experience.
Creating Connections is a culturally sensitive practice and our therapists are passionate about helping to foster the healing process of those in need. Doretha is a Clinical Social Worker licensed in New York State and Texas. She is a graduate of Fordham University School of Social Services where she received her MSW. Her broad experience ranges from psychotherapy with individuals, couples, adolescents and geriatrics. She also has experience as a mentor and life coach with individual clients and has been able to help them find their full potential. With over 18 years experience she is a seasoned clinician with real life experience.
(646) 504-5983 View (646) 504-5983
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Jamie Karia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005  (Online Only)
Specializing in working with artists, celebrities, public figures, teens, and families. Jamie Karia is a licensed Psychotherapist (LCSW), and Life Coach who has over 20 years of experience helping others. She draws upon her extensive knowledge in education, psychology, and clinical therapy when working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors who have problems with: depression, crisis, anger, anxiety, bullying, career, family, stress, domestic violence, divorce, body image, self-esteem, trauma, parenting, relationships, grief, illness, substance abuse, assault, sexual orientation, and personal transitions.
Specializing in working with artists, celebrities, public figures, teens, and families. Jamie Karia is a licensed Psychotherapist (LCSW), and Life Coach who has over 20 years of experience helping others. She draws upon her extensive knowledge in education, psychology, and clinical therapy when working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors who have problems with: depression, crisis, anger, anxiety, bullying, career, family, stress, domestic violence, divorce, body image, self-esteem, trauma, parenting, relationships, grief, illness, substance abuse, assault, sexual orientation, and personal transitions.
(914) 402-9628 View (914) 402-9628
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Tia Burgess
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
I work with adults experiencing interpersonal conflict, family conflict, self-esteem issues, anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, and anger management. I work collaboratively with clients to explore and enhance their motivation for change. By working together, we can strengthen your drive to overcome challenges and achieve your goals. Through this approach, we can establish safety, trust, and empowerment in our therapeutic relationship, helping you heal and regain control over your life.
I work with adults experiencing interpersonal conflict, family conflict, self-esteem issues, anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, and anger management. I work collaboratively with clients to explore and enhance their motivation for change. By working together, we can strengthen your drive to overcome challenges and achieve your goals. Through this approach, we can establish safety, trust, and empowerment in our therapeutic relationship, helping you heal and regain control over your life.
(718) 395-4832 View (718) 395-4832
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Quyen Tiet
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10005
I was trained at Yale and Columbia University. I was a professor at Columbia University and Stanford University (15 years). Currently, I am a Distinguished Professor at the California School of Professional Psychology. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in CA and NY and I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds and on extremely challenging issues. In addition to my clinical experiences, my knowledge from many years of teaching also enables me to work with your unique preferences and personality. I focus on your strengths to maximize your gains in therapy.
I was trained at Yale and Columbia University. I was a professor at Columbia University and Stanford University (15 years). Currently, I am a Distinguished Professor at the California School of Professional Psychology. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in CA and NY and I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds and on extremely challenging issues. In addition to my clinical experiences, my knowledge from many years of teaching also enables me to work with your unique preferences and personality. I focus on your strengths to maximize your gains in therapy.
(650) 822-0885 View (650) 822-0885
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Giselle Gavilanes-Duttenhofer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005  (Online Only)
My boutique psychotherapy approach focuses on quality of patient time, & outcomes. I am a prominent mental health clinician who graduated from Fordham University in 2001. I care deeply about each of my patients and want to help you get unstuck from persistent problems which you are now eager to get rid of with professional help. Long lasting positive life enhancing effects are attainable with the right help and I am ready to help you obtain them. I do not schedule back-to-back patients. I enjoy having the life that allows me to provide a tailored approach to every single patient.
My boutique psychotherapy approach focuses on quality of patient time, & outcomes. I am a prominent mental health clinician who graduated from Fordham University in 2001. I care deeply about each of my patients and want to help you get unstuck from persistent problems which you are now eager to get rid of with professional help. Long lasting positive life enhancing effects are attainable with the right help and I am ready to help you obtain them. I do not schedule back-to-back patients. I enjoy having the life that allows me to provide a tailored approach to every single patient.
(646) 978-9249 View (646) 978-9249
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Adam T. Howell
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005  (Online Only)
Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Do you feel misunderstood? Have you experienced difficulties communicating with loved ones? Do you doubt your parenting skills? Do you feel empty without a purpose?
Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Do you feel misunderstood? Have you experienced difficulties communicating with loved ones? Do you doubt your parenting skills? Do you feel empty without a purpose?
(843) 396-3808 View (843) 396-3808
Weight Loss Therapists

What is the relationship between weight management and mental health?

Mental health can be significantly influenced by one's physical health, so overall improvements in one's quality of life as a result of improved physical functioning from weight loss can have an overall positive impact on an individual's mental health and allow them to engage more readily in everyday activities. In addition, many strategies used to manage weight, such as exercise and maintaining a healthy diet, are also associated with reducing the symptoms of common mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. Individuals may also benefit from the improved self-esteem and self-efficacy that can come with successful weight management.

What is the psychological approach to losing weight?

While there are no specific therapy modalities specifically for weight loss, common psychological therapies can be highly effective in helping clients make lasting lifestyle changes. This may be called the "psychological approach" to weight loss because it does not rely on physical interventions, such as medication or weight loss surgery, to help clients lose weight. Weight loss counseling can be used in addition to or instead of such physical interventions. Some clients simply seek therapy to address the challenges that may accompany weight loss in general, including negative thoughts surrounding their body, disordered eating patterns, or difficulty completing daily tasks as a result of their weight challenges. In such cases, therapists will often utilize behavioral coaching or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to help clients understand how their thoughts may be influencing their diet and physical activity patterns.

What type of therapy is commonly used in weight loss counseling?

Weight loss counseling often involves a combination of therapy and psychoeducation. Common techniques used by weight loss counselors include journaling, thought diaries, and other Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies that encourage clients to consider how their feelings about their weight loss impact their mental health. Weight loss counselors may also teach clients mindfulness exercises, which can be used by clients during and after eating to be more aware of physical cues from their body surrounding eating. Some clients looking for weight loss therapy may also benefit from group therapy approaches, which utilize the power of social connection and accountability to help clients adhere to their weight loss plan.

Is therapy recommended for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery?

While therapy is not a requirement for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery, many individuals undergoing weight loss surgery may benefit from seeing a counselor. Prior to surgery, counselors can help clients decide whether surgical weight loss is a good fit for them and assist in surgery preparation. Post-surgery, counselors can assist clients with the psychological component of maintaining their weight loss, as well as help clients navigate any postoperative pain. Throughout the surgical process, therapists can help clients process body-image challenges that may come with dramatic changes in weight, as well as manage symptoms of anxiety or depression that may accompany the major life changes bariatric surgery can bring.