EMDR Therapists in Upper East Side, New York, NY

With over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist I have worked with both inpatient and outpatient populations in Luxembourg, New York, Berlin and India. After specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in Belgium through my PhD coursework, I moved to New York where I specialized in Gestalt Therapy and EMDR and built a private practice. In my career I have provided psychotherapy to a variety of populations, mainly clients working through cultural transitions , addictions, anxiety, phobia, depression, personality disorders, relationship issues, life transitions and domestic violence.

I am grateful to be a guide to people coping with different life challenges: depression, anxiety, loss, traumatizing events, relationship problems, etc. Collaborating with a professional who can both understand you ("get you") and help you find solutions to problems can be transformative. Exploring how to build upon strengths and find new ways of coping with life challenges is an opportunity to take charge. Therapy is a great tool for this empowerment. I have an open-minded, non-judgmental style and am committed to helping others explore making changes in their situations within a safe, respectful environment. I can help.

Something happened – something scary and overwhelming – and life hasn’t been the same since. You find yourself avoiding close relationships or social events because you just can’t tolerate the fear that they trigger. You notice that you’re much more reactive than you used to be – loud noises, sudden movements, unexpected events – they all provoke a burst of anxiety. And no matter your intention, no matter how much time passes, you keep reacting, you stay hypervigilant, you look for danger everywhere. When this goes on for some time, it’s easy to become despondent, overwhelmed, and exhausted. This doesn’t feel okay – not anymore.

My therapy philosophy values that no person is in need of "fixing" and that healing can be found in a space that centers listening, reflection, play, non-judgment, and curiosity. My aim is to deepen your personal wisdom and become more connected to your mind-body-spirit system. I am experienced working with clients who struggle with trauma recovery, gender dysphoria, neurodivergency, poly/CNM relationships, sexuality, substance use, oppression, disordered eating, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, and grief.

With over 35 years experience I am able to successfully treat numerous diagnoses and life problems, from bipolar disorder, alcohol and other addictive problems to marital counseling. I work with adolescents and adults to help them to remove obstacles from their lives so they can enjoy the most fulfilling life. I love to engage with patients who are interested in the benefits of psychotherapy.

I am a seasoned Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience. I have extensive experience treating individuals with depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, substance abuse, relationship & job performance issues, grief & loss. I use evidenced based treatment modalities; trained in ERP, EMDR, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Solution Focused, Interpersonal, holistic, & psychodynamic therapies. My approach is eclectic. I tailor each session to your individual needs. I am a certified Yoga instructor, use breath work to help clients w/the mind body connection & assist them to a path of improved functioning and better quality of life.

Let’s re-wire your brain together! Let me help you access your brain's self-healing capabilities. I am a certified Brainspotter and a licensed Creative Arts Therapist, (LCAT) whose goal is to create a safe and supportive therapeutic alliance to facilitate your healing and to assist you to reach your full potential. Using a range of specialized therapies - including Brainspotting, EMDR, art therapy, mindfulness, and person-centered talk therapy, I will guide you to uncover and utilize your innate strengths to move forward at your own pace. I will individualize our therapy session to suit your needs and comfort level.

Welcome! I’m so happy you’re here. It’s my goal to make the therapy process feel as easy & comfortable as possible. I give you the space to heal whether you need a little extra support or are in a time of major transition. I specialize in supporting you in navigating relationships, dating, complex family dynamics, career stressors, & if you simply don’t know where to begin but know you want to feel better. I use a directive, empowering, & nonjudgemental approach to help identify patterns that no longer serve you and help you get “unstuck”. I will always be real with you and support you through warmth, empathy, and humor.

Have you found yourself in another spiral of "what if?" Does "what is wrong with me" cross your mind? I know exactly how controlling and over-powering these thoughts can be. Our inner self-talk can be a bully and I don't want you to have to suffer through it anymore. I specializing in treating anxiety, self esteem, and navigating life transitions. In my work with individuals we explore why these behaviors are occurring, how we can change them, and then how to maintain our changes. I am trained in EMDR, an evidenced-based trauma treatment.

I work with people who are curious about their own lives and are interested in knowing themselves better, often in the hope of increasing self-esteem and gaining more control over the choices they make. The work of therapy can be invaluable in findng new ways of living and relating especially when anxiety and fear cut off possibilities and keep a person feeling stuck. While I don't believe in cookie cutter approaches to therapy, I find than many clients benefit from challenging negative self-talk, learning to listen to their bodies, and investigating unwanted patterns that persist in their lives. I've trauma training including EMDR.

You’ve tried talk therapy but it hasn’t been very effective. You still feel anxious, on-edge, and overwhelmed most of the time and you just feel so stuck. You still feel depleted at work, stagnant in your relationships, and just generally on-edge. You’re looking for a different approach that’s goes deeper and creates lasting change. You’re tired of putting in all the work to feel better but only getting a temporary fix. I’m a somatic therapist and I help clients access trauma stored in both the mind and body, so they can actually feel better and for good.

My goal as a psychotherapist is to help you live a deliberate, self-actualized, and peaceful life. We all struggle with anxiety and depression at times. We push people away when we want them close, we act contrary to our best interest and don't know why. I can help illuminate patterns of behaviors and beliefs that impede your ability to reach your potential. Together, we can identify those invisible forces that drive your behavior and cause stagnation, pain, broken relationships, and missed opportunities. I take an anti-oppressive lens and provide space to explore the corrosive impact of external influences (ie: caste, race, gender)

Life is a journey for all of us. We can feel confused, lost, hurt, alone, cut off, shut down and numb along the way. I've spent over thirty years learning and understanding how to help others on their journey to growth and discovery. I'm grateful for the trust my patients have in me and for the opportunity to be sharing the journey with them. Find the right guide for you to help you reach your goals personally, professionally and in relationship to others.

I work collaboratively with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, loss, trauma, or struggles in their relationships. I use a strengths based, relational approach to therapy, helping my clients understand healthy and unhealthy relationship patterns in their lives and how to change them. I am trained in Somatic Experiencing and EMDR which I use with clients who have experienced trauma or are feeling "stuck" in their lives. I work collaboratively with you so that together we may discover your path to a healthier, happier and fulfilling life. I work with families, couples and individuals.

I am a strong, yet gentle therapist with 25+ years in agency and private practice; experience with individuals, couples, families, group; skills for crisis, short-term and extended treatment; advanced training in couple/family, cognitive, DBT, EMDR, writer/training re: dual disorders, emotion management. I welcome each person or couple as unique individuals and tailor my approach to your needs and goals. I focus on present issues and explore how they are shaped by past experience, and can support you in managing depression, anxiety, and anger. I will be glad to discuss how our work might be helpful to you.

Congratulations on taking the first step toward a deeper self awareness! I work with my clients to help them understand how personal challenges like anxiety, depression, addiction or trauma may be influencing their relationships, work, or daily life. My style is interactive, engaged, and non-judgmental while integrating the psychological, emotional, physical and spiritual well being of the whole person. I also feel that it is important to incorporate laughter into the healing process! Once we can find the humor in our human-ness it becomes easier to forgive ourselves and others as we move toward more authentic happiness.

With over 25 years of experience, my specialty areas include couples therapy, infidelity, partners of sex addicts, substance abuse and recovery, sex addiction, individual therapy for anxiety, depression, EMDR trauma resolution DWI assessments, loss, bereavement and life coaching through difficult situations. I am extensively trained in a number of relationship therapy modalities and trauma resolution with the ability to use a wide range of therapy interventions to help you.

Ling “Joanna” Li is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 6500+ clinical hours and is a 50-hour basic trained EMDR practitioner. She received her Master in Social Work from the University at Buffalo SUNY. Ling has been trained in Motivational Interviewing(MI), Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She is pursuing her Certification in EMDR which means she is investing additional time, resources, and effort into advancing her EMDR skills. Ling is licensed to practice in New York. Ling is a strong advocate for her clients and their well-being.

Struggling with an eating disorder can consume a person's life, something that I know firsthand. Eating disorders are about complex issues — “everything else in life” other than the food — and they are a way of coping with what we are unable to express through words. My recovery fueled my desire to work with others who seek to recover. I encourage my clients to use a creative, curious approach to explore their life stories to better understand themselves, connect with their strengths and resilience, and make meaningful change. My work is collaborative and supportive, emphasizing emotional healing and personal growth.