Feminist Therapists in Long Island City, NY
Nour Suleiman - Expansive Therapy
MHC-LP
Not Verified Not Verified
Long Island City, NY 11101 (Online Only)
Guided by feminist and relational therapeutic practices, I work with you to uncover why, where, and who you are at this moment. In this process, I pay particular attention to the complexities of identities, nuances of relationships, and experiences of oppression that shape us all. Through psychodynamic exploration and a liberatory framework, my ultimate goal as your counselor is to empower you to empower yourself. My therapeutic practice is rooted in the understanding that you are the expert of your own experiences. I am here for you as you are, and am prepared to approach your needs with collaboration, flexibility, and compassion.
Guided by feminist and relational therapeutic practices, I work with you to uncover why, where, and who you are at this moment. In this process, I pay particular attention to the complexities of identities, nuances of relationships, and experiences of oppression that shape us all. Through psychodynamic exploration and a liberatory framework, my ultimate goal as your counselor is to empower you to empower yourself. My therapeutic practice is rooted in the understanding that you are the expert of your own experiences. I am here for you as you are, and am prepared to approach your needs with collaboration, flexibility, and compassion.
Averie Jiang
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Long Island City, NY 11101 (Online Only)
How can finding a therapist who truly understands me and makes me feel safe enough to open up be so difficult? Perhaps you're struggling with personal issues that feel hard to express or even understand yourself. Maybe anxiety, depression, or loneliness has hindered your ability to connect with others. Or, your unique challenges might be overlooked in white cis straight therapy. If so, I am here for you. As a non-binary person, I specialize in serving LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, and neurodivergent people. I adopt a feminist approach that promotes open dialogue about social issues and encourages advocacy to reclaim agency.
How can finding a therapist who truly understands me and makes me feel safe enough to open up be so difficult? Perhaps you're struggling with personal issues that feel hard to express or even understand yourself. Maybe anxiety, depression, or loneliness has hindered your ability to connect with others. Or, your unique challenges might be overlooked in white cis straight therapy. If so, I am here for you. As a non-binary person, I specialize in serving LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, and neurodivergent people. I adopt a feminist approach that promotes open dialogue about social issues and encourages advocacy to reclaim agency.
Shayne's approach is an eclectic application of Dialectical Behavior Therapy with influences from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Feminist Theory, and Positive Psychology. She believes clients are the experts on their lives and strives to provide an empathetic environment to process life’s difficult moments. Her personable and enthusiastic nature creates a solid therapeutic alliance. The safe space is built with the rapport developed to make positive change.
Shayne's approach is an eclectic application of Dialectical Behavior Therapy with influences from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Feminist Theory, and Positive Psychology. She believes clients are the experts on their lives and strives to provide an empathetic environment to process life’s difficult moments. Her personable and enthusiastic nature creates a solid therapeutic alliance. The safe space is built with the rapport developed to make positive change.
Asya’s approach to therapy is collaborative and personalized; she is a strong advocate and a committed witness to her clients’ journey. She focuses on reciprocating her clients' commitment to therapy by bringing her most authentic self, anchored in warmth, curiosity, and flexibility. She carefully draws from psychodynamic, person-centered, feminist and cognitive behavioral modalities, offering a holistic and eclectic perspective, tailored for the unique needs of her clients.
Asya’s approach to therapy is collaborative and personalized; she is a strong advocate and a committed witness to her clients’ journey. She focuses on reciprocating her clients' commitment to therapy by bringing her most authentic self, anchored in warmth, curiosity, and flexibility. She carefully draws from psychodynamic, person-centered, feminist and cognitive behavioral modalities, offering a holistic and eclectic perspective, tailored for the unique needs of her clients.
Nour Suleiman - Expansive Therapy
Counselor, MHC-LP
Not Verified Not Verified
Long Island City, NY 11103
Guided by feminist and relational therapeutic practices, I work with you to uncover why, where, and who you are at this moment. In this process, I pay particular attention to the complexities of identities, nuances of relationships, and experiences of oppression that shape us all. Through psychodynamic exploration and a liberatory framework, my ultimate goal as your counselor is to empower you to empower yourself. My therapeutic practice is rooted in the understanding that you are the expert of your own experiences. I am here for you as you are, and am prepared to approach your needs with collaboration, flexibility, and compassion.
Guided by feminist and relational therapeutic practices, I work with you to uncover why, where, and who you are at this moment. In this process, I pay particular attention to the complexities of identities, nuances of relationships, and experiences of oppression that shape us all. Through psychodynamic exploration and a liberatory framework, my ultimate goal as your counselor is to empower you to empower yourself. My therapeutic practice is rooted in the understanding that you are the expert of your own experiences. I am here for you as you are, and am prepared to approach your needs with collaboration, flexibility, and compassion.
Aya Dzen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Island City, NY 11101
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a decade of experience in providing therapy for individuals and couples. I seek to create a space that is safe, non-judgemental and authentic, and am present with you as a helper in your process of healing and change. My scope of work includes relationship issues, challenges with emotional and physical intimacy, anxious cycles of thinking, feeling disconnected from one's self or others, feelings of ‘stuckness’ and/or difficulty in life transitions. In therapy we will practice tuning into your feelings, thoughts and beliefs that can help guide you.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a decade of experience in providing therapy for individuals and couples. I seek to create a space that is safe, non-judgemental and authentic, and am present with you as a helper in your process of healing and change. My scope of work includes relationship issues, challenges with emotional and physical intimacy, anxious cycles of thinking, feeling disconnected from one's self or others, feelings of ‘stuckness’ and/or difficulty in life transitions. In therapy we will practice tuning into your feelings, thoughts and beliefs that can help guide you.
Mind in Motion Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Long Island City, NY 11101
Do you ask yourself: Why do I keep drowning in the silence of my pain, fearing judgment, when screaming for help could be my lifeline? If so, it might be time to schedule a therapy session. Depression and anxiety present pervasive challenges impacting daily life. Individuals with depression experience persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest in once-enjoyable activities. Anxiety manifests as excessive worry, fear, and heightened stress. It’s up to you to learn to understand yourself, acquire tools and skills needed to overcome fear of judgment, loneliness, or self-doubt.
Do you ask yourself: Why do I keep drowning in the silence of my pain, fearing judgment, when screaming for help could be my lifeline? If so, it might be time to schedule a therapy session. Depression and anxiety present pervasive challenges impacting daily life. Individuals with depression experience persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest in once-enjoyable activities. Anxiety manifests as excessive worry, fear, and heightened stress. It’s up to you to learn to understand yourself, acquire tools and skills needed to overcome fear of judgment, loneliness, or self-doubt.
Praha Lamisa
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Long Island City, NY 11106 (Online Only)
Praha believes in building a healing space for clients where safety, warmth, and mutual respect are foundational in clients’ flourishing. Praha is a first-generation American of Bangladeshi descent who is committed to using a trauma-informed and decolonial perspective in the therapeutic process.
Praha believes in building a healing space for clients where safety, warmth, and mutual respect are foundational in clients’ flourishing. Praha is a first-generation American of Bangladeshi descent who is committed to using a trauma-informed and decolonial perspective in the therapeutic process.
May Zhang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC
Verified Verified
Long Island City, NY 11101 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My name is May, a bilingual (English and Mandarin) therapist with 6+ years of experience who was born and raised in Shanghai. I came to the U.S. as a teen, and now I live in NYC. I have been a therapist for the past six years working with a variety of populations with different needs and struggles in life. I have interned at a public high school and then a community mental health center in Philadelphia. Previously, I worked at a nonprofit in Brooklyn, serving mostly Asian and Latino immigrant families by providing individual, couple, and family trauma-informed therapy for the past four years.
My name is May, a bilingual (English and Mandarin) therapist with 6+ years of experience who was born and raised in Shanghai. I came to the U.S. as a teen, and now I live in NYC. I have been a therapist for the past six years working with a variety of populations with different needs and struggles in life. I have interned at a public high school and then a community mental health center in Philadelphia. Previously, I worked at a nonprofit in Brooklyn, serving mostly Asian and Latino immigrant families by providing individual, couple, and family trauma-informed therapy for the past four years.
Madison McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Long Island City, NY 11101
My goal as a therapist is to create a supportive environment for folks to explore their gender and sexuality. Perhaps you identify as queer, bi, lesbian, gay, pan, ace, trans, nonbinary, agender, poly, kinky, something else, everything, and/or nothing at all. You deserve to have a space where you can learn more about the different parts of yourself without judgment or pressure. As a queer person who has sought out therapy myself, I know how challenging it can be to find an affirming therapist. Even if your identity isn’t central to your therapeutic goals, know that every part of you will be honored and affirmed in our work.
My goal as a therapist is to create a supportive environment for folks to explore their gender and sexuality. Perhaps you identify as queer, bi, lesbian, gay, pan, ace, trans, nonbinary, agender, poly, kinky, something else, everything, and/or nothing at all. You deserve to have a space where you can learn more about the different parts of yourself without judgment or pressure. As a queer person who has sought out therapy myself, I know how challenging it can be to find an affirming therapist. Even if your identity isn’t central to your therapeutic goals, know that every part of you will be honored and affirmed in our work.
Liz Zhao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Island City, NY 11101 (Online Only)
I believe that everyone has the inner ability to learn and grow even though they may feel stuck at some point of their life. I provide a warm, safe, supportive and collaborative environment for clients to develop a better understanding their thoughts and feeling, improve coping strategies and achieve the goals they want.
I believe that everyone has the inner ability to learn and grow even though they may feel stuck at some point of their life. I provide a warm, safe, supportive and collaborative environment for clients to develop a better understanding their thoughts and feeling, improve coping strategies and achieve the goals they want.
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Long Island City, NY 11104 (Online Only)
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Elliott Dalton Skaggs
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Island City, NY 11106 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with difficult feelings or a search for meaning? Are you struggling to feel affirmed in your sense of identity as someone different or marginalized? Are you trying to work through trauma, grief, loss, and other concerns with your past? Are you seeking to improve your career path or interpersonal relationships? Or perhaps you simply need a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space to process your day-to-day stress. Utilizing a wide range of therapeutic approaches, I help my clients explore themselves to find resilience, healing, and meaning in their lives.
Are you struggling with difficult feelings or a search for meaning? Are you struggling to feel affirmed in your sense of identity as someone different or marginalized? Are you trying to work through trauma, grief, loss, and other concerns with your past? Are you seeking to improve your career path or interpersonal relationships? Or perhaps you simply need a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space to process your day-to-day stress. Utilizing a wide range of therapeutic approaches, I help my clients explore themselves to find resilience, healing, and meaning in their lives.
Hi! My name is Allison Steinberg and I’m a LCSW psychotherapist in New York. I received my Master of Social Work from Columbia University School of Social Work. I have extensive experience with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life changes/transitions, grief and loss, bullying, and work/school difficulties. I’m skilled in children, teens, young adults (20s and 30s), and adults.
Hi! My name is Allison Steinberg and I’m a LCSW psychotherapist in New York. I received my Master of Social Work from Columbia University School of Social Work. I have extensive experience with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life changes/transitions, grief and loss, bullying, and work/school difficulties. I’m skilled in children, teens, young adults (20s and 30s), and adults.
Hello! I'm Dr. Persaud, a licensed psychologist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and reach their fullest potential. With over 11 years of experience in practice, I am passionate about providing empathetic, evidence-based therapy tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, I am here to offer support and guidance every step of the way. I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and change, and I am here to help you tap into your inner resources and overcome obstacles that may be holding you back.
Hello! I'm Dr. Persaud, a licensed psychologist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and reach their fullest potential. With over 11 years of experience in practice, I am passionate about providing empathetic, evidence-based therapy tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, I am here to offer support and guidance every step of the way. I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and change, and I am here to help you tap into your inner resources and overcome obstacles that may be holding you back.
Today it is so easy to get overwhelmed, if it's not one thing, it's another. I want to warmly congratulate you on taking a second to think "Could I use some support?" and landing in the right place. It's easy to forget the small wins- Perfectionism, anxiety, stress, interpersonal problems and depression can cloud our reality. My aim is to help you through this, not just around it. I am dedicated to working with young adults, plus first and second generation immigrants to tackle the big and little feelings it seems there are no official names for yet.
Today it is so easy to get overwhelmed, if it's not one thing, it's another. I want to warmly congratulate you on taking a second to think "Could I use some support?" and landing in the right place. It's easy to forget the small wins- Perfectionism, anxiety, stress, interpersonal problems and depression can cloud our reality. My aim is to help you through this, not just around it. I am dedicated to working with young adults, plus first and second generation immigrants to tackle the big and little feelings it seems there are no official names for yet.
Julissa Llosa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Island City, NY 11101 (Online Only)
I offer a mixture of talk therapy, hypnotherapy and somatic work. I take a compassionate and holistic approach and believe that every person has the tools within to heal. In our sessions, we will create a healing container together, where you can explore the conscious and unconscious ways that oppression and stagnation are showing up in your life.
I offer a mixture of talk therapy, hypnotherapy and somatic work. I take a compassionate and holistic approach and believe that every person has the tools within to heal. In our sessions, we will create a healing container together, where you can explore the conscious and unconscious ways that oppression and stagnation are showing up in your life.
I believe in a genuine partnership between a therapist and client and aim to create a safe space full of empathy and curiosity. I find myself drawn to helping people find the tools to more successfully communicate with those they hold dear. There are many unique facets to our individual lives, and each piece has helped to create the person, people, and family that surrounds us today. Approaching therapy with a Marriage and Family Therapy background simply means that I view each individual as part of a whole system, with many influences at play. Family, chosen relationships, and society all affect the choices we make.
I believe in a genuine partnership between a therapist and client and aim to create a safe space full of empathy and curiosity. I find myself drawn to helping people find the tools to more successfully communicate with those they hold dear. There are many unique facets to our individual lives, and each piece has helped to create the person, people, and family that surrounds us today. Approaching therapy with a Marriage and Family Therapy background simply means that I view each individual as part of a whole system, with many influences at play. Family, chosen relationships, and society all affect the choices we make.
Ashley Weaver-Unadkat
Counselor, LCAT, LMHC, BC-DMT, CMA
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Island City, NY 11101
A desire for change and growth is a sign of health. Sometimes we get stuck and face a multitude of external and internal barriers to becoming the person we want to be-whether is be personally, professionally, or relationally. If you are like many of my clients, you have tried a variety of traditional approaches to therapy and hit a plateau. We will work together as you pursue deeper healing and more meaningful growth that will move you towards your higher, most authentic self.
A desire for change and growth is a sign of health. Sometimes we get stuck and face a multitude of external and internal barriers to becoming the person we want to be-whether is be personally, professionally, or relationally. If you are like many of my clients, you have tried a variety of traditional approaches to therapy and hit a plateau. We will work together as you pursue deeper healing and more meaningful growth that will move you towards your higher, most authentic self.
Ashley Teoh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Island City, NY 11101
I warmly welcome individuals seeking culturally inclusive, strengths-based therapy. Whether it's depression, anxiety, trauma, or life transitions, I'm here to empower your healing journey. As a first-generation American, I understand how culture, family dynamics, and intergenerational factors impact stress. Growing up in a family shaped by the Cambodian genocide's trauma, I deeply grasp culture, identity, and mental health's intricate interplay. My experiences fuel my dedication to helping individuals navigate trauma, acculturation, and resilience.
I warmly welcome individuals seeking culturally inclusive, strengths-based therapy. Whether it's depression, anxiety, trauma, or life transitions, I'm here to empower your healing journey. As a first-generation American, I understand how culture, family dynamics, and intergenerational factors impact stress. Growing up in a family shaped by the Cambodian genocide's trauma, I deeply grasp culture, identity, and mental health's intricate interplay. My experiences fuel my dedication to helping individuals navigate trauma, acculturation, and resilience.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.