Feminist Therapists in Brooklyn, NY

No one should struggle on their own or without the right support. Everyone deserves to have someone on their team. If you are finding yourself wanting a thought partner, a supportive ear, or someone who can push you to go deeper in your healing, I am the right person for you. I am a warm, down-to-earth and caring therapist working relationally. I operate from an anti-oppressive lens and, as a White therapist, understand the necessity of practicing humility and self-awareness. I believe that my clients are the experts on their own lives; in fact, I see myself as a partner in my clients’ journeys of healing and self-exploration.

Human beings are often walking the fine line between trying to do the best they can and recognizing they might need or want to do better - choosing to do the work to explore the latter path is an act of strength and bravery. In therapy, we will work together to develop a trusting and caring relationship to help you navigate this path. We will collaborate in identifying and applying your strengths and values to support you in working through your concerns and moving toward living as your most grounded and authentic self. I have experience working with both teens and adults and welcome both to my practice.

Insight is good, but change is better! If you are strugglng with anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem, you may have been "just living with it" for awhile. Ask yourself: "How would my life be different if I didn't feel this way?" Seeking support can be a scary step, but when you are ready for change, it can be an enjoyable process, even when it is hard work or explores painful issues. We can work together to determine the best way to achieve your goals in a warm, compassionate and non-judgmental environment.

I specialize in working with adults with overwhelmed nervous systems, which includes all of us facing climate catastrophe and rising fascism. I use a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive framework that sees mental health not as an individual problem, but one rooted in systemic and structural problems. I use historical and material conditions as a context to understand ways systems of oppression are replicated in therapy despite intent, including ways adaptive responses to a hostile social environment are labeled “disordered.”

As life's challenges arise, I am here to support you in the face of adversity by integrating various forms of therapy tailored to your individual needs. My approach is compassionate, warm, and flexible. I view my clients as holistic beings and honor how our unique intersecting identities shape our experiences. I value the human need to feel seen, heard, and connected. Whether you are trying to become more connected to yourself, your body, or to others, I am here to support you on that journey. I believe that exploration and curiosity are powerful tools in fostering growth and becoming more grounded when life becomes turbulent.

I’m an adult, adolescent, and child therapist who fosters a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment attuned towards growth and wellbeing. I offer support for individuals dealing with anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship issues and to people encountering professional or family challenges. Our work together will allow you to develop the tools you need to maximize your resilience and more capably and confidently manage life's challenges. I also offer child centered play therapy and a CBT and DBT integrated approach in my work with children.

People come to therapy for a variety of different reasons. Some individuals embark on a therapeutic process with specific goals in mind or because they have recently been impacted by particularly challenging life events. Others may pursue therapy and specifically creative arts psychotherapy as an on-going process toward deeper self-knowledge, growth, and healing. I offer individuals and couples an approach that is holistic, client-centered, non-judgmental and creative through traditional talk therapy, creative arts infused therapy, and often a synthesis of the two.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. I have particular clinical interest in gender and sexual diversity, dysfunctional relationship patterns, challenges related to life transitions, and bi/multicultural identity issues. I work from a contemporary psychodynamic perspective and incorporate cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused techniques when helpful. I believe that the primary goal of therapy is to develop a deeper understanding of yourself, including greater awareness of automatic or problematic patterns of behaving and relating to others.

Are you feeling hesitant, worried, shut down, or withdrawn? Or perhaps a little low, not quite yourself, & trying to figure out what to do? Are old patterns you've used to manage no longer working? Perhaps I can help. Using a combination of mindful awareness, somatic (body)/nervous system regulation work & Internal Family Systems/parts work, we can explore the different aspects of ourselves & start to move towards the changes we'd like to see. I offer in person services in Brooklyn, NY or worldwide via Zoom video. I offer a free brief phone or video consult to see if we're a good fit: feel free to book yours at www.maximeclarity.com

Despite our best efforts, life can become overwhelming at any point. The everyday stress we experience can make it difficult for us to live the life we want. As your therapist, my goal is to encourage self-reflection and identity exploration as you process previous and current experiences. My approach to therapy is inclusive, non-judgmental, and culturally affirming. We will work together to better manage negative emotions, and to build new tools for a more empowered life.

With recognition that every individual is informed by their unique experiences and environments, it is my aim to enter your reality and explore it with you through a lens of curiosity and acceptance. I warmly welcome individuals looking to navigate aspects of their life related to identity and self-esteem, life-transitions and burnout, family and interpersonal relationship dynamics, communication skills, anxiety and depression, anger management, perinatal challenges, and other presentations of life stressors.

Everyone has gone through situations that affect their mental health and wellness. Too often, we internalize this and blame ourselves instead of seeking support and care. As a warm, dynamic and effective therapist I can help you break this cycle and find healing. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort and I work with clients to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters change and healing. I have worked with folks of all ages and walks of life and have a focus on those who are navigating life transitions, including young adults and the queer community.

Depression, anxiety, and trauma can be isolating and exhausting. You may feel powerless and overwhelmed. I have over a decade of clinical experience and am ready to help. My approach focuses on your unique strengths & inner resilience with each session tailored to your specific needs & goals. I empower clients to make healthier choices and feel better. I also have training & a deep understanding of trauma and its impact. I enjoy working with individuals as well as couples looking to strengthen their relationship. I have experience working with LGBTQ+ & GNC folx (adults and youth), non-monogamous couples, & sex positive individuals.

Hello! My name is Aedrea and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of New York. I address different mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic mental health needs and interpersonal challenges. I hold zeal in supporting those in the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as non-traditional relationships, sex, and sexuality. I encourage growth with adolescents, adults, and couples, and I utilize an eclectic, integrative approach that is tailored to your unique needs.

I am a highly experienced psychotherapist, with a spiritual orientation. I use psychodynamic therapy, hypnosis, meditation and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) to help individuals and couples find their own power. I offer you a safe space, an empathic manner and my active involvement to help you overcome anxiety, depression, relationship problems, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, work difficulties, smoking cessation, medical problems and many other issues I have worked with people from many different backgrounds and am very eclectic in my approach. For those who wish, I will help you explore the meaning of spirituality in your life.

Psychotherapy is fundamentally about discovering a deeper sense of personal meaning, greater self-understanding, and self-acceptance. It offers the possibility of coming into contact with a more enlivened state of being. Psychotherapy can help us move through life with a greater degree of freedom and flexibility, feeling more connected to ourselves and others along the way. My work is shaped by psychodynamic, existential, and holistic approaches. My complimentary background as a yoga therapist includes considerable training and expertise in embodiment and mindfulness practices, which I draw upon in my clinical work.

I practice therapy because I believe in the human capacity for liberation and healing, and our ability to empower each other and collectively improve our lives. I don't know what living a life that you love and value would look like for you, but I'm excited to find out together. I've primarily worked with people with serious trauma histories. I’m especially experienced in working with LGBTQIA+ folks, and with the kink and poly/ENM communities. I know how important it is to not only be affirmed in your identities, but understood as someone connected to the larger world.

I believe that as a therapist it is an important part of my job to demystify therapy. Many of us have preconceived notions of what therapy is based on movies and pop culture (think: someone lying back on a couch, talking while an abstract observer takes notes). Therapy with me is not like that. It is an active dialogue where we are discussing the issues that the person is facing. I bring my full and genuine self to the process, listen closely to what they are saying and what their goals are, and ask questions to help the person see connections and themes that help them gain new perspectives.

When you choose to begin therapy, a match is pertinent to growth and change. I am direct, warm and will help you confront some of the more challenging aspects of yourself. My goal is always to facilitate living the best life you can. Keeping that in mind, therapy can be demanding at times, and requires a lot of patience with yourself and with the work; We will learn together how to communicate about what is happening in therapy beyond the conscious words that are used.