Teletherapy for Financial District - New York, NY

I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.

Dr. Waltman is a master clinician at the forefront of modern Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). With a wealth of experience as a clinician, international trainer, bestselling author, and researcher who develops the very therapy itself, he brings a unique blend of expertise, insight, and compassion to his work. Specializing in case-conceptualization driven therapy, he tailors his interventions to meet the unique needs of each client and is known for his extensive knowledge of therapy tools and cutting-edge strategies. By creating holistic, individualized treatment plans, he helps clients overcome barriers and achieve lasting change.

We all deserve to be seen and heard in our fullness and complexity. I believe deeply in the therapeutic relationship as our central force, to make room for you to be heard in your authenticity, without judgment. I value fostering a space of curiosity, honesty, & safety, where we can work as partners to navigate challenges, process your experiences, gain insight into your inner world, & heal from pain and trauma. Whether you are getting stuck in anxious thought patterns, feeling lost, working through past and present trauma, my goal is to discover the strengths you already possess and expand to even better improve your life.

We all face challenges that keep us from feeling positively connected to ourselves, others, and the world around us. Whether we are partners, parents, colleagues, clients, employers, or entrepreneurs, how do we find an approach to living that allows us to acquire and sustain a sense of mastery and self esteem? Together, we can ask this question, and explore approaches to living that resonate with you.

My philosophy is simple in regards to problem solving, effective communication, improving relationships, working towards reaching a personal maximum potential and in healing from trauma. It’s to identify thoughts, feelings, wants, and needs. I believe that as soon as a person is able to communicate these four insight oriented drives, life immediately begins to improve and problems get solved. While this may sound easy, for many people it takes time to gain insight, self-evaluate, uncover and accept why we are the way we are (ie: biology and life experiences), decide on and follow through on changes to make in their life.

My client is a thinking person who wants happiness and fullness of life. Often we neglect simple rules and do not notice how we do the same things, which does not allow us to grow and move forward. Each person is unique, so there is no single instruction for life, there is only your desire to change something. Together we can study the entire chain of what is happening in order to find weak links and heal them. If you are ready to change your life and remove from it depression, anxiety, addictions, shame, insecurity, fear, laziness, lies and any other discomfort - write to me and I will help you make it happen!

"A healed you is there inside, waiting to be released from the past and ushered into a healthy reality." - Anonymous. Psychotherapy will provide you with the opportunity to heal emotionally, mentally and spiritually. As a therapist, I provide a supportive and empathic environment where it feels safe to explore the influence of the past on the present and to make changes in the here and now. Together we will understand the psychological and behavioral patterns of relating which are preventing you from moving forward into the life you were meant to live. You will learn to connect with yourself and others in new healthier ways.

Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.

Katerina believes that the foundation of a good and positive therapeutic experience is developing a strong relationship between the therapist and the client. She believes that by showing empathy and unconditional regard, as well as collaborating with the client in their treatment, a client can feel safe and comfortable to begin the work of understanding themselves and the world. As well as an emphasis on the client-therapist relationship, Katerina also uses a broad range of modalities, focusing highly on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy as well as Psychodynamic Therapy.

I believe that you never have to walk alone. We all can benefit from support during any time in our lives. I want to walk with you and help you find understanding of your issues, grace for your past, and love for your present self. Together, we can work to compassionately and bravely analyze your patterns and find alternative pathways to take.

People often reach out with a range of concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, addiction, eating disorders, career concerns, and the challenges of navigating life transitions. Whatever the specific issue, clients often share a common goal: to gain a deeper understanding of the issues they’re struggling with, to challenge and replace patterns of thought and behavior that are not serving them, and to learn helpful coping skills to manage stressors in healthy and productive ways. Ultimately, my clients frequently aspire to cultivate a life of fulfillment, authenticity, and peace.

Finding a therapist who you connect to is important in achieving your goals. As a psychotherapist and drama therapist with over twenty years of experience, I specialize in the integration of verbal psychotherapy and the arts to help people move from a place of feeling stuck to a place of feeling empowered, confident, and creative. I bring warmth, compassion, humor, truthful communication and collaboration to the therapy process, offering a space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings creatively and work toward solutions and resolutions at your own pace.

"Our work-together can open doors". With my empathy, wisdom and knowledge, I can aspire and inspire change in you who are eagerly seeking and waiting. As a Psychotherapist, I am, first of all, an ally who provide support and a safe space to be. Then we go on a journey together: from an unawareness of the self, from superficial goals and aims towards an understanding of your individuality and to a state of centeredness-unified, integrated self.

There's nothing "wrong" with you. I've been practicing for a number of years and can tell you without a doubt that anxiety, depression, fear, anger and insecurity are all aspects of the human condition. Everybody has them to some degree - though of course they can reach a level of intensity where we feel the need to reach out for help.

My passion lies in working with trauma, particularly in areas of emotional neglect, narcissistic abuse, codependency, and C-PTSD. I understand how past experiences can leave you feeling fragmented, and I am here to compassionately support you in putting the pieces back together.

I believe that everyone deserves an ally in this world. As a therapist, I strive to be that for each of my clients as they face life’s ups and downs. I lead with an open heart and aim to create a safe space for my clients during their sessions. I work to empower my clients by validating them and helping them understand their feelings and experiences.

Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.

People often reach out with a range of concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, addiction, eating disorders, career concerns, and the challenges of navigating life transitions. Whatever the specific issue, clients often share a common goal: to gain a deeper understanding of the issues they’re struggling with, to challenge and replace patterns of thought and behavior that are not serving them, and to learn helpful coping skills to manage stressors in healthy and productive ways. Ultimately, my clients frequently aspire to cultivate a life of fulfillment, authenticity, and peace.

I have 25 years experience working productively with people of diverse backgrounds, ages, and sexual orientations. Our job together is to identify dysfunctional patterns that contribute to—even perpetuate—your difficulties. The main focus of therapy is to remove inner and outer obstacles that prevent you from reaching your goals and having better relationships. Please note, after years of counseling and assessment in offices, I‘ve recently moved into a different space: video. Active listening in a safe, private setting is foundational to this work. I’ve learned that the catalytic elements of good therapy can thrive via video too.