Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 10007

Welcome! I specialize in all things related to relationships (dating, marriage, friends, roommates, parenting) as well as anxiety (and especially anxiety surrounding relationships). Is it me/my “stuff”? Is it it them? Is it this normal? How do I improve things? Where do I go from here? ….tend to be questions my clients are grappling with. I get it, it’s confusing. Many of us were never taught how to "be" in relationships (with ourselves or others). I see my role as one of walking alongside you, coaching you, teaching skills, providing resources & research, and helping you build your trust muscle to cultivate your own inner strength.

Perhaps you are feeling that something isn't right. You are confused, anxious, sad or you are just going through a rough transition. We can work together to identify and work through the problem. I use close empathetic listening to help you understand what is going on. Therapy begins when we can be attuned to ourselves and understand the past while changing our world to move forward.

You struggle with self-acceptance and often see yourself through a harsh and unforgiving lens. Unable to manage your anxiety, grief, anger or depression, you often behave in ways you later regret. Flooded with shame and remorse for your inability to achieve true happiness, the inner punishment starts all over again. Feeling all alone with no one to confide in, you fear you're the only one who can't cope. You dream of the day you can wake up excited and motivated to put yourself more fully into your life without fear and self-doubt. You just know there is more to life and you long to connect to your purpose and joy.

I help driven, ambitious but burnt-out adults reconnect with their authentic selves, so that they can experience more joy and connection in their careers, relationships and bodies. You might be seeking out help because you recognize that you dismiss your achievements or struggle with impostor syndrome. Or constant comparison with others is driving you crazy. I get it - feeling stuck in the hamster wheel of your inner critic, anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing and comparison is exhausting and confusing. You don’t have to work on this alone.

Hi, my name is Julia and I am committed to guiding you on your journey to better mental health and wellbeing. With years of experience, I've come to understand that the strongest pillar of therapy is authenticity. Healing and growth comes from a place of understanding, acceptance and genuine human connection. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, stress or other life challenges, know this: you don't have to face it alone. I am here to help, to guide, to listen. Our therapeutic relationship will be a partnership, a collaboration to navigate the complexities of life and move towards a more fulfilling, balanced existence.

Do you feel hopelessly stuck, alienated, lost, confused, self - conscious, anxious, or weird? My specialty is working with people who are searching for meaningful connections but instead have all but given up hope that they can attain this goal. My aim is to help you answer the biggest questions of your life: who am I, what do I really want, and how best to achieve my aims and enjoy them. In this connection I will be your guide in a collaborative trip into your inner space enabling you to connect with your personal creative process.

Finding a therapist can be a challenging endeavor. Perhaps you are feeling nervous or overwhelmed about beginning. Or maybe you've tried therapy at one point in your life but felt discouraged as you continued to struggle with the very issues that brought you in. My aim is to listen to your experiences with close attention and to support you in better understanding your thoughts, feelings, patterns, and behaviors.

If you are ready to take steps towards changing how you feel and interact with your world, then I am here to support you on your journey. You may feel that something is off, your life is not headed in the direction you want it to go in, or you are stuck. Together, we will explore ways to get you past these barriers so you can feel fulfilled and in control of your life. I will help you tap into your inner strengths to work gently and proactively toward change.

In an age of ambivalence, avoidance and anesthesia, I recognize a need to slow down, be centered and get mindful of who we are to then decide what we are doing, where we are going and why. For many (men in particular!), this numbness extends beyond what we do and seeps into our emotional, mental and spiritual lives as we search for ways to be braver, bolder, and better. I employ a balanced mind-body-spirit approach to support those facing “substance” abuse struggles, anxiety/depression, life changes, career moves, relationship issues, grief and general life transitions.

Have you been feeling unhappy with either yourself or in your romantic relationship? Whether you are in search of individual counseling to work on personal struggles or couples therapy to improve relationship concerns, I am here to offer you the guidance to identify these core issues and the tools to work on resolving or managing them. I am an Emotionally Focused Therapist that works from the lenses of attachments. I take integrity in being able to hold space that can prosper an understanding of ones own needs/wants to live life to its' fullest potential, for themselves and in their relationships.

It's getting more and more difficult to resist your compulsions. You're getting upset with yourself for not having enough "willpower." You're having frightening thoughts about yourself and others. Thoughts that scare you or contradict your values and who you are as a person. You experience self-hate every time you give into a compulsion. You're exhausted by your own mental and/or physical compulsions. You struggle to trust yourself and often experience shame surrounding your thoughts. You keep it all to yourself because you fear that others will judge you or betray you. Simultaneously, you need emotional support more than ever.

Alexandra Karol, is a bilingual (English/Portuguese) Psychotherapist. She graduated from NYU’s Silver School of Social Work. We believe in real, practical Transformative Psychotherapy focusing on more than just symptoms, helping each client live his/her happiest life through Positive Psychology. We use Mindfulness Techniques to help understand your thoughts and feelings and how these manifest in your body: yesterday, today and projecting into the future. Alex focuses on meeting each client’s unique needs and harnessing their strengths. We have deep training and experience in a wide range of specialties, including: Anxiety, Panic

Struggling with feelings of loneliness and rejection is exhausting. No matter what you do, you never quite feel fully understood by the people in your life. Why is it so hard to connect? Constantly thinking and worrying about your romantic, social, or family life, you fear that you may not be enough just as you are. Communicating your needs and emotions is so challenging, especially since you aren’t always sure what it is you’re feeling. More than anything, you want to learn to put down your guard and truly let people into your life. Deep down, you know there's another way.

You're bullied by an unrelenting inner critic. It's crushing your self-esteem. You work so hard to do everything right and check all the boxes, never letting down your guard, never letting them see you sweat. The worry, stress, and fear of disappointing others is exhausting. You thought once you had it all figured out, you’d finally feel okay, right? But you always feel like no matter what you do, it’s never enough. It's so frustrating being plagued by anxiety, perfectionism or even depression. And numbing out just makes it worse. At what point do you get to enjoy this life? Deep down you feel broken and don't know how to fix it.

As another fellow human being, I too understand that life will inevitably throw difficulties and challenges in our way. Our feelings and responses towards these situations can be difficult to handle on our own, or even difficult to understand. We can often be left with hurt, confusion, and a feeling of aloneness during these times, and I seek to help remedy that for my clients. Whether it’s strife in an interpersonal relationship, substance abuse, past traumas, gender and sexuality issues, or one’s own journey of self-discovery and growth, I believe we can work together to make struggles in those areas a temporary state for you.

My ideal client is someone who is willing to engage actively in therapy, explore their thoughts and behaviors, and collaborate on developing effective strategies for managing their different problems. The client would be able to look into their problems and decide that they want to change their problems and their outlook on life. We would focus on the root of the problem to ensure a solution-based perspective while also exploring the emotions and reactions surrounding said problem.

Usually, the choice to pursue therapy comes at a time when we feel deeply disconnected, unable to re-center and re-connect on our own. Maybe the obligations you carry leave you exhausted and unfulfilled; perhaps it seems those you live with cannot really see you and don’t appreciate your efforts; or maybe your life has been turned upside-down by illness, the loss of a loved one, or a romantic break-up. Maybe you’re not sure why you feel off-balance, you just know something is wrong. Whatever your story, I’m so glad you’ve found your way here.

Do you feel overwhelmed, like the world is just too much? I support Highly Sensitive People to live with less anxiety and more authenticity. Whether you're going through a challenging life transition, wanting to find more connection in your relationships, or just trying to better navigate the world as a Highly Sensitive Person, I'm here for you.

As a counselor based in humanistic and relational cultural theory, I believe you are the person who knows yourself best. Throughout life, circumstances leading to disruptions in well-being can produce self-doubt, a negative view of self, and low self-worth. Even through these times, each person still has autonomy and the ability to make effective decisions that fit in accordance with their lives. One of my goals is to expand self-awareness so you can live in a more purposeful way that aligns with your values.