Female Therapists in Little Italy, New York, NY

Do you find yourself struggling with depression, anxiety, or constantly feeling “stuck”? Are you tired of feeling sad, lonely, and not having people who truly understand your struggles? Did you grow up in a community that stigmatized mental health and discouraged seeking support outside of your home or religion? Are you worried that someone might judge or consider you “weak” if you ask for help? Let me reassure you that there is absolutely nothing wrong with you, and you are not weak. There is no shame in seeking support. There is no shame in wanting a better life for yourself. There is certainly no shame in seeking happiness.

The vision for my practice is to provide a connective environment where clients can explore their strengths along with deeper understanding of their fears, doubts, and shame.

I support individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and big life transitions. I specialize in working with people in their 20s and 30s who are trying to figure out who they want to be in the world. This time can bring big decisions regarding career, relationship, and family. Often called a quarter-life crisis, it is often hard for us to maintain that strength amid uncertainty, self-doubt, and fear. I help clients experiencing a quarter-life crisis to explore problem areas and harness their inner strength and resilience.

I use a client-driven approach when working with clients. I will ask guiding questions to assist clients to learn more about themselves, strive to have clients to self-identify root causes of certain patterns and behaviors that they are experiencing, and provide encouragement to clients to strengthen their self-esteem and confidence. I use Internal Family Systems, DBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Coaching, and Family Dynamics Therapy systems.

In a society that teaches us that we have an array of choices, why do we feel so constrained? In a culture that encourages us to follow our passions, why do we feel our hands are tied? And in a city that celebrates a multiplicity of voices, why is it so hard to find our own? It is the invisible fetters - those hidden inside us - that often restrict us most. The goal of psychotherapy, as I practice it, is to free ourselves of these restraints.

Psychotherapy alleviates suffering and expands your capacity to live a fulfilling life. It helps you to build stronger relationships, find satisfaction in work, be more creative, and achieve your goals - whatever they may be. Good psychotherapy works through collaboration; we work together to understand your experiences, memories and relationships in order to create openings for change. My practice is diverse across race, nationality, ethnicity, gender, sexuality and age. I believe that therapists must be sensitive to social issues and must bring into treatment an understanding of the suffering and trauma caused by marginalization.

Therapy should be a place where you feel totally accepted, safe, and supported. Let me be your resource and support. I can help you learn new skills you can use to effectively deal with everyday problems, or help you overcome the struggles you have been dealing with for years. Learning how to deal with your problems and having a greater understanding of yourself will allow you to feel more confident and at peace, so you can focus on what is important.

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.

Life can be overwhelming with complex and unexpected stressors occurring everyday. It can also feel isolating and overwhelming when you feel like no one understands you or find someone to talk to about your struggles. While reaching out for help can be scary and even somewhat intimidating, it can lead you on a new path in finding yourself in a rewarding experience.

I work with individuals navigating the intricacies of the human experience to help them cope with emotions that impact relationships with the self and others. My practice specializes in supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, chronic illness, life transitions, and pregnancy/postpartum support.

I believe we each have a core part of ourselves that is wise, confident, and desiring of secure connection with others. Single event or repeated traumatic experiences can distance us from this core part and we can find ourselves using coping mechanisms, such as excessive substance use and other self-harming behaviors, that no longer serve us or our relationships. Identifying the needs we are desperately trying to meet and exploring alternate ways to meet them can disrupt the cycle that keeps us feeling defeated and lead us towards more fulfilling relationships with ourselves and those we care about.

Each individual's journey is filled with unique challenges and experiences. We all deserve a supportive space to navigate and overcome those obstacles. By working together in a cohesive and collaborative manner, we can help you become your best, most authentic self. Let us be part of your journey to healing and personal growth.

I (she/her/hers/ella) believe that therapy should be accessible, trauma-informed and should help people lead lives that interest and challenge them. My therapeutic approaches are rooted in social justice with an emphasis on exploration through learning and storytelling. I believe that everyone is an expert on their own lives and that clients are best supported when they are engaged in shaping their therapeutic experiences. I support clients who identify as Latinx, queer/trans/GNC and/or neurodivergent, have an intellectual disability, as well as young adults.

As a therapist I show up with compassion, curiosity, and without an agenda-you are the expert on your experience, and we will work together to build space for you to feel seen and find increased empowerment and ease in your life. I've worked with clients of all ages and have particular interest in working with people who may be struggling to express themselves, feel heard, age with dignity, manage caregiving responsibilities, or process grief or past trauma.

I specialize in educating my clients about the value of their emotions while accessing their personal strengths. I describe my treatment style as eclectic, while incorporating evidence based treatment modalities.

You deserve great care, where all your experiences are welcome. I have been in practice for over 10 years and worked with thousands of patients across presenting issues and demographics. I know that sometimes taking the step to getting support and help in therapy seems overwhelming and I celebrate you for being here! I also know that the experiences you've had leading up to exploring therapy have likely been even more overwhelming, and that you deserve to feel relief, comfort, and care for and from yourself. I specialize in working with grief, loss, transition, and relational traumas which have disrupted your sense of self and joy.

It takes strength to pursue therapy. My approach is to meet you where you are at and go from there. Many feel they are only ready for therapy when in crisis or at their breaking point. I am here to tell you that it's ready for you whenever you need it. My style is warm, honest, and compassionate. My goal is to help you hold space for the messy parts and navigate how we can move through them together.

Whether you are a single adult, a partner, or a parent, we all struggle with stressors such as feelings of anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, financial pressures, and difficult relationships. Therapy can be a useful way to explore where you feel stuck, and discover alternate ways to manage and cope so that you can live the life you envision for yourself. I work from a psychoanalytic and family systems lens.

In a world that demands so much of us, seeking therapy can be considered a radical act. My name is Madeleine, and I’m here to offer a space where you can feel supported through whatever is bringing you to therapy. In this space, you can share your genuine self without shame, and we can work to get you to a place of contentment and balance.