Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Chinatown, New York, NY
Melissa Siegman (Kanterman)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, New York, NY 10013 (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Melissa and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in New York and Florida. My focus is on chronic illness, anxiety, depression, body image, grief, life transitions, maternal health, postpartum mood disorders, and interpersonal/relationship concerns. I use cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), strengths-based approach and person centered approach to help clients overcome obstacles and live a more fulfilling life. I believe that personal growth lies within all of us, and I value the opportunity to work with clients to reach their goals and elicit change.
Hi! My name is Melissa and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in New York and Florida. My focus is on chronic illness, anxiety, depression, body image, grief, life transitions, maternal health, postpartum mood disorders, and interpersonal/relationship concerns. I use cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), strengths-based approach and person centered approach to help clients overcome obstacles and live a more fulfilling life. I believe that personal growth lies within all of us, and I value the opportunity to work with clients to reach their goals and elicit change.
I have extensive experience in IFS, CBT, psychodynamic, and somatic therapy modalities, and have been trained in Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
I'm a proud queer/pan/poly human, and I absolutely love being a therapist. As a straight-passing queer person, I have a lived understanding of what it’s like to have multiple marginalized identities that are misread both in and outside my communities. As a single parent who was raised in a very religious environment, I have done a lot of my own introspection and exploration to become the sex positive and body positive person I am today. I am a compassionate, non-judgmental, and empowerment-focused therapist. I aim to support you in living freely and authentically, as you thrive in your relationships with yourself and others.
I have extensive experience in IFS, CBT, psychodynamic, and somatic therapy modalities, and have been trained in Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
I'm a proud queer/pan/poly human, and I absolutely love being a therapist. As a straight-passing queer person, I have a lived understanding of what it’s like to have multiple marginalized identities that are misread both in and outside my communities. As a single parent who was raised in a very religious environment, I have done a lot of my own introspection and exploration to become the sex positive and body positive person I am today. I am a compassionate, non-judgmental, and empowerment-focused therapist. I aim to support you in living freely and authentically, as you thrive in your relationships with yourself and others.
Laura Isherwood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chinatown, New York, NY 10013 (Online Only)
I integrate approaches like CBT, DBT, relational therapy, and attachment theory, bringing compassion, curiosity, and humor to each session.
In the face of life's unexpected and expected challenges, including issues related to communication, relationships, loneliness, loss, anxiety, or depression, I strive to create a judgment-free space. Struggles that once felt manageable might now seem overwhelming. My aim is to facilitate genuine self-expression, identifying your unique strengths and areas for growth. I firmly believe that every individual possesses inherent coping abilities and resilience. It is my passion to support others in learning how to tolerate and grow from life’s challenges.
I integrate approaches like CBT, DBT, relational therapy, and attachment theory, bringing compassion, curiosity, and humor to each session.
In the face of life's unexpected and expected challenges, including issues related to communication, relationships, loneliness, loss, anxiety, or depression, I strive to create a judgment-free space. Struggles that once felt manageable might now seem overwhelming. My aim is to facilitate genuine self-expression, identifying your unique strengths and areas for growth. I firmly believe that every individual possesses inherent coping abilities and resilience. It is my passion to support others in learning how to tolerate and grow from life’s challenges.
Erika Broad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, New York, NY 10002
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize an integrative approach with an emphasis on psychodynamic theory. Treatment is tailored to the best fit for the individual or couple. I specialize in LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, relationship and marital issues, cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), and trauma-informed therapy. I practice from a sex-positive, direct and non-judgmental perspective. I have helped clients with a range of struggles, including depression, anxiety, personality disorders, sexuality and gender identity, gender transition, body image, navigating polyamory, and finding clarity around life decisions.
I utilize an integrative approach with an emphasis on psychodynamic theory. Treatment is tailored to the best fit for the individual or couple. I specialize in LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, relationship and marital issues, cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), and trauma-informed therapy. I practice from a sex-positive, direct and non-judgmental perspective. I have helped clients with a range of struggles, including depression, anxiety, personality disorders, sexuality and gender identity, gender transition, body image, navigating polyamory, and finding clarity around life decisions.
Airam Marcano
Licensed Master Social Worker, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Chinatown, New York, NY 10013 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe there is no single way of working with people who enter therapy. My goal as a therapist is to help you better understand yourself. Drawing from relational, cognitive, and trauma informed approaches, I support clients to build awareness, trust, and connection with themselves and to others. I believe that healing is deeply rooted in the therapeutic relationship and aim to create an environment that feels safe in order to heal.
I believe there is no single way of working with people who enter therapy. My goal as a therapist is to help you better understand yourself. Drawing from relational, cognitive, and trauma informed approaches, I support clients to build awareness, trust, and connection with themselves and to others. I believe that healing is deeply rooted in the therapeutic relationship and aim to create an environment that feels safe in order to heal.
Modalities: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Hello, I am a psychotherapist who uses a supportive and goal-oriented approach to help steer you toward the life that you deserve. I can help you achieve your vision of a thriving and fulfilling life after identifying and clarifying your individual goals and taking committed action. While this is a process, I can help you navigate the journey by providing an empathic, supportive, and non-judgmental space. My practice focuses on building confidence, self-worth & validation.
Modalities: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Hello, I am a psychotherapist who uses a supportive and goal-oriented approach to help steer you toward the life that you deserve. I can help you achieve your vision of a thriving and fulfilling life after identifying and clarifying your individual goals and taking committed action. While this is a process, I can help you navigate the journey by providing an empathic, supportive, and non-judgmental space. My practice focuses on building confidence, self-worth & validation.
Shavon Gaddy- Dalrymple
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chinatown, New York, NY 10013 (Online Only)
I provide strength-based psychotherapy (individual, family, group) using modalities such as CBT, Art Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Structural Couple/Family Therapy.
I provide a safe therapeutic treatment space for those within and outside the LGBTQ/QI 2-S+ spectrum, GNC/Non-Binary, and BDSM/Kink community. I have extensive experience working with individuals who have been diagnosed as Differently-Abled/Special Needs/ASD/Neuroatypical/ Neurodivergent or with an Intellectual and Emotional Disability.
I provide strength-based psychotherapy (individual, family, group) using modalities such as CBT, Art Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Structural Couple/Family Therapy.
I provide a safe therapeutic treatment space for those within and outside the LGBTQ/QI 2-S+ spectrum, GNC/Non-Binary, and BDSM/Kink community. I have extensive experience working with individuals who have been diagnosed as Differently-Abled/Special Needs/ASD/Neuroatypical/ Neurodivergent or with an Intellectual and Emotional Disability.
Nancy Potts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chinatown, New York, NY 10002 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Mindfulness-based approaches, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I work with individuals aged 22-38 who are struggling with racing thoughts, anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, and relationship issues. I also assist those wanting to resolve past traumatic experiences. I help clients disentangle their thoughts, learn to cope with their stressors, improve their self-esteem, and navigate life transitions. Our work will teach you new coping skills, change your ways of thinking and relating to others, and resolve any past traumatic experiences that might be leaving you feeling stagnant, overwhelmed, or less connected to yourself or others.
My therapeutic approach is based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Mindfulness-based approaches, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I work with individuals aged 22-38 who are struggling with racing thoughts, anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, and relationship issues. I also assist those wanting to resolve past traumatic experiences. I help clients disentangle their thoughts, learn to cope with their stressors, improve their self-esteem, and navigate life transitions. Our work will teach you new coping skills, change your ways of thinking and relating to others, and resolve any past traumatic experiences that might be leaving you feeling stagnant, overwhelmed, or less connected to yourself or others.
Shuna Luk, Happy Mind Psychotherapy
Counselor, LMHC, LCAT
Verified Verified
Chinatown, New York, NY 10013
Shuna Luk, team leader, psychotherapist, with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. Currently, she provides psychotherapy to patients as well as supervision to LCAT, LMHC at NYC Health +Hospital Bellevue Hospital. In addition, Shuna maintains a private practice where she integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Mindfulness to treat individuals. Shuna specializes in providing individual psychotherapy for mood disorders (depression, bipolar), anxiety, workplace/career challenges, interpersonal conflicts, self-esteem issues, coping & managing life stress. Shuna speaks Mandarin, & Cantonese.
Shuna Luk, team leader, psychotherapist, with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. Currently, she provides psychotherapy to patients as well as supervision to LCAT, LMHC at NYC Health +Hospital Bellevue Hospital. In addition, Shuna maintains a private practice where she integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Mindfulness to treat individuals. Shuna specializes in providing individual psychotherapy for mood disorders (depression, bipolar), anxiety, workplace/career challenges, interpersonal conflicts, self-esteem issues, coping & managing life stress. Shuna speaks Mandarin, & Cantonese.
Caity Thompson
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CRC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Chinatown, New York, NY 10002
My therapeutic approach is based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, and EMDR.
I work with adults ages 22-38 looking to develop personally and professionally. I specialize in helping my clients with coping with anxiety and stress, make decisions, make life transitions, improve self-esteem, and achieve personal advancement. I have a sports background that has led me to have a methodical, goal-oriented, results-driven therapy style. My treatment with you will be tailored to your goals and desired outcomes for therapy.
My therapeutic approach is based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, and EMDR.
I work with adults ages 22-38 looking to develop personally and professionally. I specialize in helping my clients with coping with anxiety and stress, make decisions, make life transitions, improve self-esteem, and achieve personal advancement. I have a sports background that has led me to have a methodical, goal-oriented, results-driven therapy style. My treatment with you will be tailored to your goals and desired outcomes for therapy.
Ariel Goltche
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Chinatown, New York, NY 10013 (Online Only)
I use various techniques, ranging from psychodynamic, attachment, CBT, to solution-focused.
My goal is to offer individuals a safe, non-judgmental space where they can speak freely about everything from daily challenges to the more nuanced, life-long issues. Therapy looks different for everyone, and I aim to provide a unique, personalized approach for each client. I acknowledge the importance of a trusting therapeutic relationship, and how meaningful it can be, over time, to truly connect with a therapist. Recognizing people are the experts of their own stories, I lead with compassion and understanding, with the intention of promoting self-agency and self-empowerment.
I use various techniques, ranging from psychodynamic, attachment, CBT, to solution-focused.
My goal is to offer individuals a safe, non-judgmental space where they can speak freely about everything from daily challenges to the more nuanced, life-long issues. Therapy looks different for everyone, and I aim to provide a unique, personalized approach for each client. I acknowledge the importance of a trusting therapeutic relationship, and how meaningful it can be, over time, to truly connect with a therapist. Recognizing people are the experts of their own stories, I lead with compassion and understanding, with the intention of promoting self-agency and self-empowerment.
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Nancy Potts
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, New York, NY 10002 (Online Only)
I use a combination of theoretical orientations including, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Mindfulness-based approaches, and Eye movement desensitization, and reprocessing (EMDR).
I work primarily with millennials and college students who are going through radical life transitions such as moving, beginning/ending relationships, making career changes, and loss and grief. I also assist those wanting to resolve past traumatic experiences. Life transitions, even positive ones, can leave us feeling alone, stuck, confused, anxious, and even, despairing. My treatment with you will be tailored to your goals, preferences, and desired outcomes for therapy. I treat each of my clients with respect and provide an atmosphere full of safety and free of judgment.
I use a combination of theoretical orientations including, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Mindfulness-based approaches, and Eye movement desensitization, and reprocessing (EMDR).
I work primarily with millennials and college students who are going through radical life transitions such as moving, beginning/ending relationships, making career changes, and loss and grief. I also assist those wanting to resolve past traumatic experiences. Life transitions, even positive ones, can leave us feeling alone, stuck, confused, anxious, and even, despairing. My treatment with you will be tailored to your goals, preferences, and desired outcomes for therapy. I treat each of my clients with respect and provide an atmosphere full of safety and free of judgment.
Mary Swims
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chinatown, New York, NY 10013 (Online Only)
I use solution-focused therapy using CBT, DBT, and MI.
Many people (13+) I work with are typically experiencing worry, anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, identity issues, relationship issues, addiction, low self-esteem, boundary concerns, and family discord. I offer kind and compassionate care while working together to encourage, support, and guide towards healthier solutions. Finding healthy ways to cope, regulate emotions, and communicate more effectively, are ways to find balance and peace within the world you live. We can work on this together, I would be honored to help in any way I can.
I use solution-focused therapy using CBT, DBT, and MI.
Many people (13+) I work with are typically experiencing worry, anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, identity issues, relationship issues, addiction, low self-esteem, boundary concerns, and family discord. I offer kind and compassionate care while working together to encourage, support, and guide towards healthier solutions. Finding healthy ways to cope, regulate emotions, and communicate more effectively, are ways to find balance and peace within the world you live. We can work on this together, I would be honored to help in any way I can.
Daniel Jarquin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, New York, NY 10013 (Online Only)
Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) with experience working with clients of different backgrounds and ages. I bring a history of using different modalities such as CBT, DBT, and MI among others in my work. I also pride myself on being fluent in both English and Spanish since it allows the ability to address a population of New York with diverse cultures who often do not have access to services due to language barriers. Educated through Fordham University's Graduate School of Social Service, I am always seeking to grow as a person through my work in psychotherapy and encounters with people of all walks of life.
Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) with experience working with clients of different backgrounds and ages. I bring a history of using different modalities such as CBT, DBT, and MI among others in my work. I also pride myself on being fluent in both English and Spanish since it allows the ability to address a population of New York with diverse cultures who often do not have access to services due to language barriers. Educated through Fordham University's Graduate School of Social Service, I am always seeking to grow as a person through my work in psychotherapy and encounters with people of all walks of life.
I believe in the power of integrating statistically proven techniques like those found in CBT, and EMDR therapy.
Waitlist at this time Are you currently struggling and seeking help gaining perspective, support gaining skills to maintain a balanced mental health? I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist who is committed to helping individuals find healing, hope, and renewed purpose in their lives. With 8 years of experience in counseling, I have had the privilege of working with diverse individuals, couples, and families facing a wide range of challenges. From anxiety and depression to relationship conflicts and self-esteem issues, and wives healing from marital betrayal due to affairs or other sexual addictions.
I believe in the power of integrating statistically proven techniques like those found in CBT, and EMDR therapy.
Waitlist at this time Are you currently struggling and seeking help gaining perspective, support gaining skills to maintain a balanced mental health? I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist who is committed to helping individuals find healing, hope, and renewed purpose in their lives. With 8 years of experience in counseling, I have had the privilege of working with diverse individuals, couples, and families facing a wide range of challenges. From anxiety and depression to relationship conflicts and self-esteem issues, and wives healing from marital betrayal due to affairs or other sexual addictions.
Christine Sirianni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chinatown, New York, NY 10013 (Online Only)
I am a caring, compassionate and empathic professional who works through a trauma informed lens to provide therapeutic interventions including Motivational Interviewing, CBT, Breath Work, Parenting and Psychodynamic Therapy to bolster and support you through life’s ups and downs.
Life is hard. It is also vibrant, amazing, funny and unpredictable. Is it any wonder we all need help navigating sometimes? You don’t have to do this alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families and teens handle life’s transitions and challenges. Feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, like you’re out of step with your peers, children or partner- I can help.
I am a caring, compassionate and empathic professional who works through a trauma informed lens to provide therapeutic interventions including Motivational Interviewing, CBT, Breath Work, Parenting and Psychodynamic Therapy to bolster and support you through life’s ups and downs.
Life is hard. It is also vibrant, amazing, funny and unpredictable. Is it any wonder we all need help navigating sometimes? You don’t have to do this alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families and teens handle life’s transitions and challenges. Feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, like you’re out of step with your peers, children or partner- I can help.
I utilize an integration of psychodynamics, CBT/DBT, family-systems, attachment-based trauma psychotherapy, somatic therapy, AEDP, DDP and parent coaching.
My passion is helping people reach their own goals as they navigate life’s many transitions and to foster new ways of approaching, understanding and responding even in the hard times. We can grow a great deal in the midst of change and challenge. We all deserve support in life’s complex moments, whether that be starting high school, retiring, becoming a new parent, getting married, changing jobs, having to or getting to do IVF, or heading off to college. My goal is to support meaningful shift through slowing down and taking a deeper dive to increase self-knowledge, self-compassion and growth.
I utilize an integration of psychodynamics, CBT/DBT, family-systems, attachment-based trauma psychotherapy, somatic therapy, AEDP, DDP and parent coaching.
My passion is helping people reach their own goals as they navigate life’s many transitions and to foster new ways of approaching, understanding and responding even in the hard times. We can grow a great deal in the midst of change and challenge. We all deserve support in life’s complex moments, whether that be starting high school, retiring, becoming a new parent, getting married, changing jobs, having to or getting to do IVF, or heading off to college. My goal is to support meaningful shift through slowing down and taking a deeper dive to increase self-knowledge, self-compassion and growth.
Change and healing evolves through our therapeutic human connection, and uncovering the unique capabilities, humanness, and “best self” that resides in the client, utilizing the exploratory, emotive approach of AEDP and the mindfulness tools of DBT and CBT.
Congratulations on taking this step in seeking help and support for yourself or your family. I work with children and adolescents, families, men, and women. My 20-plus years of clinical work with children and families is built on an attachment-oriented foundation and is informed by my personal experience as an adoptive parent and training in relevant play and family therapies. Regardless of a child’s emotional/behavioral presentation or attachment (RAD) history, I view parents as partners in their child’s therapeutic process and support and guide them, in parent sessions and/or in family sessions with their child.
Change and healing evolves through our therapeutic human connection, and uncovering the unique capabilities, humanness, and “best self” that resides in the client, utilizing the exploratory, emotive approach of AEDP and the mindfulness tools of DBT and CBT.
Congratulations on taking this step in seeking help and support for yourself or your family. I work with children and adolescents, families, men, and women. My 20-plus years of clinical work with children and families is built on an attachment-oriented foundation and is informed by my personal experience as an adoptive parent and training in relevant play and family therapies. Regardless of a child’s emotional/behavioral presentation or attachment (RAD) history, I view parents as partners in their child’s therapeutic process and support and guide them, in parent sessions and/or in family sessions with their child.
Kwan-Ting Andy Kong
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, New York, NY 10013 (Online Only)
We have seasons in our lives that are filled with stress, anxiety, sadness, guilt, disappointment, grief, and even hopelessness. It can be overwhelming, getting stuck in a place where we cannot see a way forward, unable to change unwanted and repeated behaviors, where no one seems to understand or able to help, feeling frustrated, unmotivated, discouraged, alone, and even ashamed. Or you may be going through transitions, significant changes in work, family, relationships, and are understandably overwhelmed with uncertainty and feelings of loss. If this has been your experience, there is help to walk towards healing and renewal.
We have seasons in our lives that are filled with stress, anxiety, sadness, guilt, disappointment, grief, and even hopelessness. It can be overwhelming, getting stuck in a place where we cannot see a way forward, unable to change unwanted and repeated behaviors, where no one seems to understand or able to help, feeling frustrated, unmotivated, discouraged, alone, and even ashamed. Or you may be going through transitions, significant changes in work, family, relationships, and are understandably overwhelmed with uncertainty and feelings of loss. If this has been your experience, there is help to walk towards healing and renewal.
Amber Lust
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chinatown, New York, NY 10003
Clients are the experts of their experiences, and together we can work towards helping you manage stressors, concerns, and achieving goals. I specialize working with people who have experienced sexual abuse in childhood, sexual assault in adolescence and adulthood, and abusive relationships. I can utilize EMDR to support your healing (with your permission). My practice is affirming of all identities including, but not limited to, queer, kink, sex work, and polyamory. Please see my website for additional information. I look forward to working together!
Clients are the experts of their experiences, and together we can work towards helping you manage stressors, concerns, and achieving goals. I specialize working with people who have experienced sexual abuse in childhood, sexual assault in adolescence and adulthood, and abusive relationships. I can utilize EMDR to support your healing (with your permission). My practice is affirming of all identities including, but not limited to, queer, kink, sex work, and polyamory. Please see my website for additional information. I look forward to working together!
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How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.