Therapists in Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn, NY

I have 15 years experience working with adults, children and couples In the NYC area. I believe therapy should be a safe space for the full expression of thoughts and feelings. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting problems, infertility, issues around adoption, relationship issues, or career problems, I will be invested in helping you gain relief from pain, cope with life's stress, move forward toward your goals and create the life you want to live. My approach is eclectic, drawing from Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, Trauma-Focused, Jungean Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems and Family Systems theories.

Hello, my name is Steven Wolbeck, LCSW and my approach is walking beside people using insight, contemporary psychoanalysis, dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy and faith based interventions. My specialties are characterized in three main areas: anxiety, emotional disturbance and spirituality in an eclectic framework to cultivate a match between personal needs and interventions that work. I work with adults of all ages who are seeking assistance with anxiety, depression, life transitions, personal development and trauma.

Are you feeling upset, overwhelmed or lacking confidence due to transitions in your life? Adapting to a change, even if it is wanted and expected, can be challenging. Life changes can involve losses such as the end of a relationship, a death or job reversal; but positive changes, like leaving for college, entering the work force, becoming a new parent and relocating can also be stressful and scary. People often fear and avoid change causing them to feel stuck and leading to missed opportunities.

The teenage years are rocky for families. Parents are seeing many issues arise in adolescent development including school performance, social interactions and increased thoughts of suicide in teens. Family systems have been majorly impacted with these changes and many families have experienced on-going crisis with their teens. My doctorate is in adolescent and family therapy with a specific focus on schools and helping families to reintegrate into daily routines, increasing socialization and putting out the "fires" in the home. This short term therapy will help provide stability and open dialogue.

"No one is immune... No matter what precautions we take, no matter how well we put together a good life...something will inevitably ruin it. Human life is fatally fragile and subject to forces beyond our power to manage. Life is tragic." -T. Keller We cannot protect ourselves from the negative aspects of life no matter how hard we try, but we can be there for one another. My goal is to help individuals navigate the difficulties they encounter in life, by guiding them as they develop strategies and skills that will enable them to live a more satisfying life.

Welcome! Creating Connections is a culturally sensitive practice, and our therapists are passionate about helping. My name is Ebony Carter, I am a Licensed Master’s Social Worker in the State of New York and Texas. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from Long Island University. I also have over ten years of experience in social services field including counseling, case management and advocacy within the child welfare systems. My approach to counseling is to meet the clients where they are at and to help foster the healing process. I use a client centered approach, which is empathetic and nonjudgmental.

Currently providing in person or virtual therapy in a warm and nurturing, open minded environment to adults, adolescents and children. Experience with life transitions including relocations, separation & divorce, career changes, returning to work or school after hiatus. My integrative therapeutic approach combines psychodynamic, insight-oriented, mindfulness and cognitive theories to manage a variety of mental health issues including depression and anxiety, cultivate time and stress management skills, tap into creativity, and unblock artistically. Experience working with diverse patient population.

I am a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of combined experience in clinical and educational settings. I help people of all ages who are affected by anxiety, depression, trauma, issues at home or school, as well as the challenges of adulthood, which include work, relationships, parenting, and aging. Most importantly, I believe that effective treatment is a collaborative effort. I am a warm, active, and skillful partner, and I aim to bring my fullest attention and compassion to the person in front of me.

As you embark on the courageous path of self-discovery and healing from trauma, connecting with a caring, collaborative, skillful therapist is a crucial first step. With years of experience, I offer a warm, reflective, and compassionate safe space for you to explore your deep inner feelings/emotions, and become aware of thoughts, beliefs, behavior patterns that may no longer serve you. If you have been suffering from anxiety, depression, self-sabotaging thoughts, overwhelming emotions, psychosomatic symptoms, and relationship challenges, I invite you to reach out for support and guidance—and not to struggle or suffer alone.

I have extensive experience in working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, as well as persons with co-occurring disorders such as substance use disorder, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I utilize evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I provide a safe, authentic, and non-judgmental space for clients to work towards a greater sense of self-esteem and empowerment.

Many of us have had experiences that left a mark in our souls and bodies. While there is no cure or quick fix to ease such troubles, we can work together towards integrating and processing past experiences so that they may be more capably carried. Viviana works with older adolescents and adults and specializes in sexuality, navigating adulthood, cultivating authenticity and transmuting trauma.

I am deeply passionate about working with adults, children, and families. With kindness, curiosity, and creativity, I seek to support individuals of all ages as they develop a deeper understanding of their experiences, explore emotional reactions, learn effective coping skills, and build resiliency and connection in relationships. I am committed to creating an inclusive therapeutic space that is healing, skill-building, and collaborative.

I am a Brooklyn Heights-based Licensed Master Social worker with evening and online availability who helps people with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and interpersonal challenges. I use mindfulness, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed approaches to help adolescents, young adults, and adults utilizing an intersectional and anti-racist lens. My goal as a clinician is to nurture a warm, collaborative and safe environment in which people feel confident in being their authentic selves.

I believe it’s a privilege to be part of a process that helps clients identify strategies that can lead to a more fulfilling life and uncover a greater sense of freedom and agency. I believe that therapy must involve exploring and integrating clients’ cultural context and identities in understanding their lived experiences and addressing their concerns. I have extensive experience working collaboratively with clients of diverse backgrounds to identify goals of treatment and explore meaningful, culturally relevant, psychodynamic and other innovative evidence-based interventions.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist (Ph.D.) and the founder of Citylink Psychological Services, with extensive experience in treating individuals in New York City. I am also authorized to practice Telehealth across state lines in 40 states through PSYPACT. As a scientist practitioner, I offer specialized and comprehensive mental health services, including psychotherapy, psychometric assessment and testing, and clinical consultation. My treatment areas focus on mental health issues, medical complications, mood disorder, relationship and workplace conflict, OCD, maladaptive behaviors, and everyday life dissatisfaction.

Prioritizing client's goals without judgment or assumption and a pragmatic, compassionate approach to therapy are the foundation of my work. My areas of particular expertise are substance use concerns + disorders, LGBT issues, post-traumatic stress, critical incident debriefing, compulsive behaviors and stress management. In line with the core principles of Motivational Interviewing, I work side-by-side with my clients to explore their concerns and triumphs with a focus on building self-compassion and resilience.

Welcome, and thank you for visiting my page! I'm here to help you overcome your obstacles no matter where you are on your journey towards change. Sometimes we need help taking that first step. Even when we are well on our way, life's challenges often serve as a deterrent that take us off that path. Maybe you've been facing something for years and don't know where to begin. Together we will address your career, relationship, and other life stressors that are weighing you down. Are there changes that are hard to cope with? Is emotional distress that your are battling with?

I hold compassionate, knowledgeable, and supportive space which will help you to express, explore, and work through deeply held feelings and gain clarity and insight into critical areas of your life. I have more than two decades of experience working in various healing and teaching capacities with highly diverse populations of adults, children and families, and I would love to support you on your path. I have formal training in Psychodynamic, Brainspotting (Phases 1-4), EMDR, Parts Work, Somatic, Play Therapy, Sand Tray, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, ADOS-2 Autism Assessment, and I am Certified in Hypnotherapy.

If you are trying to process overwhelming feelings of anxiety or sadness, experiencing challenges with parenthood or personal relationships, or having difficulty managing the stresses of life, I am here to offer a safe environment for you to share. Asking for help is hard but you don't need to struggle alone anymore.