Transgender Therapists in Parkchester, Bronx, NY
Alayo Bascome
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSW, CPC
Verified Verified
Parkchester, Bronx, NY 10462 (Online Only)
Areas of specialty include (but are not limited to): Trauma and post-traumatic resilience; Chronic illness & Disability; Executive functioning; Parenthood; and Transgender/Gender expansive experiences across the lifespan.
Everyone comes to The Work in their own way, for their own reasons, in their own time. For some, it's a safe space to explore and grow as they need. For others it's a dedicated ear and a mind trained to help them resolve emotional conflicts, stress, anxiety, and depression. Still others long to be seen and embraced (in all of their complexity and nuance). Whatever journey has led you here, my goal is to help you step into the fullness of your Self and live the best life possible.
Areas of specialty include (but are not limited to): Trauma and post-traumatic resilience; Chronic illness & Disability; Executive functioning; Parenthood; and Transgender/Gender expansive experiences across the lifespan.
Everyone comes to The Work in their own way, for their own reasons, in their own time. For some, it's a safe space to explore and grow as they need. For others it's a dedicated ear and a mind trained to help them resolve emotional conflicts, stress, anxiety, and depression. Still others long to be seen and embraced (in all of their complexity and nuance). Whatever journey has led you here, my goal is to help you step into the fullness of your Self and live the best life possible.
Christina Viera
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parkchester, Bronx, NY 10462 (Online Only)
Let’s prioritize your wants, needs, and desires. Therapy is a space where you get to receive the attention you may have not been gifting yourself. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, LGBTQ+ challenges, or any other stressors, let’s collaborate to create a life that serves you on your terms. I support adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma. One of my specialties is providing support to LGBTQ+ populations. As a transgender woman, I know first-hand what it’s like to be part of an oppressed group living in a world that is unkind to people like me.
Let’s prioritize your wants, needs, and desires. Therapy is a space where you get to receive the attention you may have not been gifting yourself. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, LGBTQ+ challenges, or any other stressors, let’s collaborate to create a life that serves you on your terms. I support adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma. One of my specialties is providing support to LGBTQ+ populations. As a transgender woman, I know first-hand what it’s like to be part of an oppressed group living in a world that is unkind to people like me.
Renata Plonska Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Parkchester, Bronx, NY 10461 (Online Only)
My therapeutic style is warm, direct and highly interactive. I am not a passive listener-I provide lots of feedback and I don't shy away from using a blend of good humor when appropriate. I specialize in individual therapy but I also love working with couples and seeing how they grow stronger together and make lasting changes in their relationships. I have extensive experience in mental health field in various settings and populations (including supervising role in psychiatric emergency room). Let's talk via phone today to see if we are a good fit. :)
My therapeutic style is warm, direct and highly interactive. I am not a passive listener-I provide lots of feedback and I don't shy away from using a blend of good humor when appropriate. I specialize in individual therapy but I also love working with couples and seeing how they grow stronger together and make lasting changes in their relationships. I have extensive experience in mental health field in various settings and populations (including supervising role in psychiatric emergency room). Let's talk via phone today to see if we are a good fit. :)
Selff Recovery Coaching
LP-MHC, CASAC, CARC, TOT, MPA
Not Verified Not Verified
Parkchester, Bronx, NY 10462
I will meet you exactly where you are at in life. Together, you and I will explore what you do, how you feel, and the triggers behind it all. I can do the same for your child or your parent too. Children, adults, and seniors – at any stage or crossroad – are welcomed on this journey. As a passionate life coach and credentialed mental health provider, I aim to identify and help manage the root causes of decisions and habits. We can accomplish this in group therapy or one-on-one sessions, in-person or virtually.
I will meet you exactly where you are at in life. Together, you and I will explore what you do, how you feel, and the triggers behind it all. I can do the same for your child or your parent too. Children, adults, and seniors – at any stage or crossroad – are welcomed on this journey. As a passionate life coach and credentialed mental health provider, I aim to identify and help manage the root causes of decisions and habits. We can accomplish this in group therapy or one-on-one sessions, in-person or virtually.
Footprints Mental Health Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Parkchester, Bronx, NY 10461
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Milagros Maria Gonzales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Parkchester, Bronx, NY 10461
I specialize in cultural and gender specific issues, particularly with women of color and the special obstacles they face due to the fact that many are not taught to date. This is a very important skill that leads to relationship stability and happiness. On the other hand men face obstacles regarding their challenges of staying faithful and oftentimes blame "biology" and their mates for this instead of getting to the core of the problem and the anxiety they feel when contemplating commitment and monogamy.
I specialize in cultural and gender specific issues, particularly with women of color and the special obstacles they face due to the fact that many are not taught to date. This is a very important skill that leads to relationship stability and happiness. On the other hand men face obstacles regarding their challenges of staying faithful and oftentimes blame "biology" and their mates for this instead of getting to the core of the problem and the anxiety they feel when contemplating commitment and monogamy.
Thomas J. Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parkchester, Bronx, NY 10461
HAVE YOU OR OTHERS HAD CONCERNS ABOUT YOUR ALCOHOL USE? WHEN FEELING ANGRY OR FRUSTRATED DO YOU USE ALCOHOL OR OTHER DRUGS TO HELP RELIEVE YOUR NEGATIVE FEELINGS? Misusing alcohol, drugs, food or engaging in behaviors like excessive gambling or shopping to cope with strong emotions, may become habitual and as problematic as the negative feelings they are meant to alleviate.
HAVE YOU OR OTHERS HAD CONCERNS ABOUT YOUR ALCOHOL USE? WHEN FEELING ANGRY OR FRUSTRATED DO YOU USE ALCOHOL OR OTHER DRUGS TO HELP RELIEVE YOUR NEGATIVE FEELINGS? Misusing alcohol, drugs, food or engaging in behaviors like excessive gambling or shopping to cope with strong emotions, may become habitual and as problematic as the negative feelings they are meant to alleviate.
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it's my greatest passion in lifeI work to improve the life of my clients daily and I am very successful at achieving therapeutic goals.
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it's my greatest passion in lifeI work to improve the life of my clients daily and I am very successful at achieving therapeutic goals.
Jessica Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS
Verified Verified
Parkchester, Bronx, NY 10462 (Online Only)
I am a holistic therapist who is committed to my clients living a life that they love. My therapy practice integrates mindfulness, social justice, CBT, somatics, and EMDR. My specialties are anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and ADHD. I am a over 40 year old therapist, who grew up in a Puertorican working class household, in Puertorican and Jewish Neighborhoods in Philadelphia( Lenapehoking). I was drawn to social justice as a teenager. I am queer, married, and lived in NYC for over 12 years. I have worked in harm reduction,education, and administration. I currently am an adjunct professor in a graduate program.
I am a holistic therapist who is committed to my clients living a life that they love. My therapy practice integrates mindfulness, social justice, CBT, somatics, and EMDR. My specialties are anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and ADHD. I am a over 40 year old therapist, who grew up in a Puertorican working class household, in Puertorican and Jewish Neighborhoods in Philadelphia( Lenapehoking). I was drawn to social justice as a teenager. I am queer, married, and lived in NYC for over 12 years. I have worked in harm reduction,education, and administration. I currently am an adjunct professor in a graduate program.
Tynisha Rue, Mustard Seeds MHC, PC
Counselor, MA, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Parkchester, Bronx, NY 10462 (Online Only)
Tynisha has previously worked as a Mental Health Clinician since 2017 - within higher education and an outpatient clinic that services Children and Families and is presently in private practice. She is integrative and uses a variety of theoretical approaches to help treat clients, but most often uses CBT, DBT, Solution-Focus, Person-Centered and Psychodynamic therapeutic approaches. Tynisha has supported clients managing symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, panic disorders, ADHD, PTSD, self-esteem and relationship issues. Her desire is to help her clients to have harmony between thoughts, feelings and actions.
Tynisha has previously worked as a Mental Health Clinician since 2017 - within higher education and an outpatient clinic that services Children and Families and is presently in private practice. She is integrative and uses a variety of theoretical approaches to help treat clients, but most often uses CBT, DBT, Solution-Focus, Person-Centered and Psychodynamic therapeutic approaches. Tynisha has supported clients managing symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, panic disorders, ADHD, PTSD, self-esteem and relationship issues. Her desire is to help her clients to have harmony between thoughts, feelings and actions.
Maricia Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parkchester, Bronx, NY 10462 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing Anxiety, Depression, relationship or family issues? Are you having challenging life transitions, a difficult time navigating as LGBTQIA or experiencing self esteem struggles? Then you have found the perfect match. My therapy approach comes from a place of compassion where one of my main goals is making sure my client feel as supported, heard and empowered as possible. I pride myself in being a very attuned therapist who takes the time to listen, understand the needs of my client and work diligently with them through the therapy journey to change the negative narrative that might be causing their distress
Are you experiencing Anxiety, Depression, relationship or family issues? Are you having challenging life transitions, a difficult time navigating as LGBTQIA or experiencing self esteem struggles? Then you have found the perfect match. My therapy approach comes from a place of compassion where one of my main goals is making sure my client feel as supported, heard and empowered as possible. I pride myself in being a very attuned therapist who takes the time to listen, understand the needs of my client and work diligently with them through the therapy journey to change the negative narrative that might be causing their distress
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in a mental health for over a decade and it's my greatest passion in life.
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in a mental health for over a decade and it's my greatest passion in life.
Darcel Dillard-Suite
M S
Verified Verified
Parkchester, Bronx, NY 10462 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As a life coach and motivational speaker, Podcaster and Author ( Long Life Short Stories Apple Podcast) I believe in taking you on a transformative journey to find your "best self" and doing so with a powerful commitment to my clients. I have successfully assisted individuals, couples, and families to cope with the problems of daily life while equipping them to develop their strengths, abilities and competencies. With Covid-19 Pandemic-- now we are in a changed world and we have to change with it! I can help you transition back into motion again.
As a life coach and motivational speaker, Podcaster and Author ( Long Life Short Stories Apple Podcast) I believe in taking you on a transformative journey to find your "best self" and doing so with a powerful commitment to my clients. I have successfully assisted individuals, couples, and families to cope with the problems of daily life while equipping them to develop their strengths, abilities and competencies. With Covid-19 Pandemic-- now we are in a changed world and we have to change with it! I can help you transition back into motion again.
Online Therapists
Kathryn E Sedgwick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10463 (Online Only)
We live in times of unprecedented change and stress: A global pandemic. Extreme political polarization. Economic upheaval. Climate change. I am a friendly, approachable therapist who specializes in putting you at ease by offering a safe, supportive, relaxed environment where we can do our best work together. Whatever is troubling you -- anxiety, depression, relationships, sexuality, identity -- I offer insight borne of my long years of personal experience, combined with a keen understanding of the social, political, and ecological contexts in which we all exist.
We live in times of unprecedented change and stress: A global pandemic. Extreme political polarization. Economic upheaval. Climate change. I am a friendly, approachable therapist who specializes in putting you at ease by offering a safe, supportive, relaxed environment where we can do our best work together. Whatever is troubling you -- anxiety, depression, relationships, sexuality, identity -- I offer insight borne of my long years of personal experience, combined with a keen understanding of the social, political, and ecological contexts in which we all exist.
Welcome! As a queer, trans, Caribbean American therapist, I value self-exploration, collaboration, and mutual effort towards finding and utilizing one's inner strength. My primary goal is to create a safer space that will allow individuals to feel understood, accepted and heard, while working together to manage our internal and external barriers to joy and fulfillment. With true connection, grace, and intention we all have the capacity to achieve our behavioral, mental, and emotional growth goals.
Welcome! As a queer, trans, Caribbean American therapist, I value self-exploration, collaboration, and mutual effort towards finding and utilizing one's inner strength. My primary goal is to create a safer space that will allow individuals to feel understood, accepted and heard, while working together to manage our internal and external barriers to joy and fulfillment. With true connection, grace, and intention we all have the capacity to achieve our behavioral, mental, and emotional growth goals.
Brianna Schussler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10460 (Online Only)
I have six years of experience helping both adults and children/adolescents with a variety of issues including: anxiety, depression, crisis, forensic, anger management, stress, self-esteem, trauma, relationships, illness, and substance abuse. Treatment plans are geared towards each client’s needs and goals and are individualized to take all factors into consideration. With the use of a variety of treatment modalities, it is important to understand how thoughts and feelings impact behaviors and work on making small changes to make large impacts!
I have six years of experience helping both adults and children/adolescents with a variety of issues including: anxiety, depression, crisis, forensic, anger management, stress, self-esteem, trauma, relationships, illness, and substance abuse. Treatment plans are geared towards each client’s needs and goals and are individualized to take all factors into consideration. With the use of a variety of treatment modalities, it is important to understand how thoughts and feelings impact behaviors and work on making small changes to make large impacts!
Therapy is not just a space to work out problems, it is also a haven as one celebrates achievements and integrates change. It is your space to be authentically you with a journey partner in a relationship that supports you. My perspective is unique and informed by a dynamic background that includes lessons from a great teacher, life, as well as from serving in various roles in employment fields. I have experience working with individuals and groups in a manner that respects differences, honors experiences, and welcomes exploration.
Therapy is not just a space to work out problems, it is also a haven as one celebrates achievements and integrates change. It is your space to be authentically you with a journey partner in a relationship that supports you. My perspective is unique and informed by a dynamic background that includes lessons from a great teacher, life, as well as from serving in various roles in employment fields. I have experience working with individuals and groups in a manner that respects differences, honors experiences, and welcomes exploration.
I work best with people who want to change their lives but feel stuck, confused and paralyzed by fear and anxiety. They feel dishonest with themselves and frustrated for giving up on their true desires. However, deep inside they know they can do better. This struggle is their most intimate enemy. They feel alienated and unhappy sometimes in their relationships, work, profession, and in their daily lives in general. I help them to feel more confident about themselves, motivated to take control over their lives and to make the changes they want to make.
I work best with people who want to change their lives but feel stuck, confused and paralyzed by fear and anxiety. They feel dishonest with themselves and frustrated for giving up on their true desires. However, deep inside they know they can do better. This struggle is their most intimate enemy. They feel alienated and unhappy sometimes in their relationships, work, profession, and in their daily lives in general. I help them to feel more confident about themselves, motivated to take control over their lives and to make the changes they want to make.
As a lifelong learner, I follow my intuition and beliefs. I have a bachelor’s degree in philosophy that provides an in-depth understanding of humanity and the evolution of ideas. I also graduated in social communications and journalism that informs my desire and efforts to be a strong advocate for social justice. I have employment experience as both a teacher of philosophy and a reporter. I moved to New York to experience the city’s diverse social and cultural movements and to further develop my own personal self-understanding. To fulfill this goal, I graduated in a master’s degree in social work, with a major in psychotherapy.
As a lifelong learner, I follow my intuition and beliefs. I have a bachelor’s degree in philosophy that provides an in-depth understanding of humanity and the evolution of ideas. I also graduated in social communications and journalism that informs my desire and efforts to be a strong advocate for social justice. I have employment experience as both a teacher of philosophy and a reporter. I moved to New York to experience the city’s diverse social and cultural movements and to further develop my own personal self-understanding. To fulfill this goal, I graduated in a master’s degree in social work, with a major in psychotherapy.
NYC Therapy Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bronx, NY 10463
When you find yourself struggling in life it can be hard to know where or who to turn to. We are a team of highly experienced, genuinely compassionate, holistically trained professional psychotherapists who want to help you navigate the difficulties you face in life. If you are an individual, couple or a family, struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues or perhaps you are looking to make a change or find more fulfillment in life, we can help you.
When you find yourself struggling in life it can be hard to know where or who to turn to. We are a team of highly experienced, genuinely compassionate, holistically trained professional psychotherapists who want to help you navigate the difficulties you face in life. If you are an individual, couple or a family, struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues or perhaps you are looking to make a change or find more fulfillment in life, we can help you.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.