EMDR Therapists in New York, NY

What’s keeping you from living the life you envision? Let’s figure that out together. Everyone can benefit from counseling to get through a rough time, a life transition, relationship difficulties or a break-up, a job loss or big promotion, present and past traumas, family conflict, aging, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, difficulty with boundaries, and more. If you’re willing to uncover what's getting in your way, I can help you break through barriers, let go of what weighs you down, develop better coping skills, tap into your strengths, and live more authentically.

If you, or someone you love, are struggling with substance abuse, past trauma, relationship or communication setbacks, anxiety and/or depression, it can be overwhelming to fight these feelings alone.

Have you found yourself in another cycle of "what if?" Does "what is wrong with me" cross your mind? I know exactly how controlling and over-powering these thoughts can be. Our inner self-talk can be a bully and I don't want you to have to suffer through it anymore. I specializing in treating anxiety, complex trauma, and self esteem. In my work with individuals we explore why these behaviors are occurring, how we can change them, and then how to maintain our changes. I am trained in EMDR, an evidenced-based trauma treatment, from EMDR Institute.

Reaching out is an important first step in your journey to empowerment, security, and breaking old habits that may no longer be serving you. For so many people, feeling stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed has become the norm. It is common to struggle with life from time to time, but struggling with constant negative thoughts, negative beliefs about yourself, anxiety, and depression does not have to be your norm. One of my favorite parts of being a therapist is helping women, men, and young adults feel empowered and secure in themselves, their decision-making skills, and their ability to create and shape the life they want to live.

As a clinician, the therapeutic process is only meaningful and complete with the reciprocity and engagement of those I work with. Each individual is unique and their stories are interwoven with a rich tapestry of diverse emotions. By balancing the abstract, creative, philosophical, and introspective aspects of life with friendliness, compassion, empathy and care, I walk the path with you on your journey toward peace and happiness.

As your therapist, I will respect the courage of your decision to seek psychotherapy and will create a foundation of acceptance and collaboration. My clients benefit from my active, engaging approach, and learn adaptive ways of coping with the manifestations of early attachment disruptions, trauma, loss, relationship problems, and life transitions. Having training in psychodynamic and trauma therapy, my approach focuses on integrating mind, body, and emotions, fostering the emergence of a more unified self. This helps my clients become mindful and aware of their patterns and able to approach the change process with self-compassion.

In my years of experience I have come to realize so much about living in the world robs us of our ability to acknowledge our own magic. Therapy should be a safe place for you to begin to reclaim that magic and learn how to discover your own power. By using a "bottom to top" approach to identify how long held, negative beliefs, have kept you reliving and repeating the past, you can finally live in the present. I provide a safe, non judgemental space for you to work through trauma and reclaim the power inherent in you.

Tired of feeling stuck and frustrated? You deserve to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. I can help you accomplish that in numerous ways. While I offer traditional talk therapy, I also offer Somatic Experiencing and EMDR. Both of these modalities utilize an inside-out approach, facilitating healing at a deep, somatic level that endures, rather than trying to convince yourself you are okay when you know you don’t feel it in your body. Plus, you never have to sacrifice one approach for another. We continue to incorporate other modalities, such as psychodynamic, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral interventions, into treatment.

I am not affiliated with any online platforms such as Betterhelp, Alma or Headway. As a seasoned therapist with 24 years experience, I have helped many clients with feelings of anxiety, irritability, depression, anger as a result of trauma and complex trauma. I help clients identify how they would like to improve their lives and help clients through the change process. Making a change can be overwhelming. Using strengths that you already have, we will accomplish your goals and make changes you desire. I am currently offering EMDR Intensives, which are half or full or multiple day EMDR sessions created just for you with you.

I prioritize an interactive and relational approach to therapy, helping clients to understand the factors contributing to destructive patterns, uncover their strengths, and develop the skills and opportunities necessary for improvement and their version of success. I understand the impacts of an invalidating narrative and strive to help people build greater confidence and a sense of productivity in their personal and professional lives.

Finding the right therapist can be challenging. I believe that it is important for you to feel safe, comfortable and understood. With over 20 years experience, I will work with you to help you find your own voice, connect to your inner experiences, have more meaningful relationships and more satisfying work. The goal is to have a fuller sense of who you are and a more rewarding and fulfilling life.

Beatrice received her Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New York. She has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and couples and has extensive experience in Employee Assistance Program (EAP) work, dealing with issues around occupational stress and job jeopardy.

Are you seeking growth, healing, or a reprieve from high-stress environments? You've taken the first step by being here. As a trained therapist in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), I offer advanced techniques to support your healing journey. These approaches, paired with my dedication to understanding and celebrating your unique intersectionality’s, provide a comprehensive therapeutic experience. I am a Black woman of multi-cultural background, and I intimately understand the complexities of navigating multiple identities. Together, we will delve into how your unique intersectionality’s shape your world.

I am a psychologist and psychoanalyst with over thirty years of experience. I specialize in treating anxiety, trauma, depression and relational conflicts. Many of the clients that I see have relational difficulties. Through a collaborative process, clients learn what interferes with initiating and maintaining relationships. I also use EMDR and Somatic Experience when it is appropriate.

*I will be on maternity leave beginning in March and expect to return in early July* Therapy is a space that can empower you to develop a deeper understanding of yourself. If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or stressed, depressed, or have past experiences that continue to affect you, you’ve come to the right place. Therapy is an opportunity for personal growth and development, and my goal is to help you to develop deeper insight into your personal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and emphasize your strengths and abilities. You are capable of change, you are resilient, and you deserve to live a happy life.

I am an EMDR Trainer and Therapist, Certified Schema Therapist, and Certified Meditation Teacher with 20 years of experience helping clients heal and reclaim their lives. I received my training at Columbia University and The National Institute for The Psychotherapies (NIP). I provide a balance of empathy, gentle confrontation, and EMDR therapy to help my clients cope with painful past experiences, maximize their current potential, and set and achieve future goals..

Are you introspective and thoughtful, yet find yourself worrying too much--often feeling guilty, anxious and self-critical? Would you like to feel more self-accepting? Would you like to be able to resolve conflicts more constructively? Do you want to feel less stuck, alone and down? If you can relate to some of these questions, you might consider scheduling an initial meeting to discuss your current aspirations. My style is collaborative. I welcome your questions about therapy, about me and my training and how I work.

To create a safe space, Cheryl adheres to person-centered core values and attitudes including unconditional positive regard for the client, and a multicultural/LGBTQ+ affirmative approach to counseling. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional-II, Cheryl is particularly attuned to providing trauma-informed care for clients. Cheryl uses integrative treatment modalities adapted to the goals of the client, which may include Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and EMDR.

Diego F. Chiluisa is a licensed mental health counselor. Diego provides a non-judgmental, objective perspective about the issues affecting his patients. He strives to work with his patients to build a healthy framework with his patients so they can feel protected and fit all the pieces of their lives back together. Diego believes that most of life’s problems have more to do with the way we interpret events than the actual events themselves. He helps patients fix the distorted views they may have about their reality. His goal is to help patients believe in themselves so they can make the necessary changes to improve their lives.