Female Therapists in Upper East Side, New York, NY

It takes courage to seek out therapy. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, stuck in life, or are experiencing relationship issues- you want to build a more satisfying life, with hope for new possibilities. Therapy can help you to not only relieve suffering, but also to make lasting changes that will allow you to grow into a more authentic and empowered person. I will support you as well as challenge you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and develop the tools to change patterns that may be working against you.

Engaging in therapy takes courage and strength. I approach therapy with warmth and compassion to create a safe space for reflection and healing. I work with teens and adults who have experienced trauma, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and general life stressors.

As a psychotherapist, I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and my goal is to help normalize the therapy experience while providing a compassionate and supportive environment. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults with depression and anxiety as well as life-stage changes and adjustments. I have training and experience in New York City and practice from a holistic perspective working to match interventions with your specific therapeutic need. I have much experience working with people with chronic illness and disability.

I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology and have been practicing psychotherapy for over 20 years. I currently provide individual and couple's therapy in a private practice setting. I have received specialized training for couple's therapy, drug and alcohol addiction, anxiety and traumatic stress treatment, and dissociation. I take an individualized approach to treatment. I have experience is utilizing aspects of analytic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy and use any combination to help my patients find relief and greater well-being. I believe in the benefit of therapy to provide profound change for people's lives.

Whether you struggle with interpersonal conflicts, have issues with self esteem, or social anxiety, my goal is to create a peaceful space for a nurturing, supportive bond between therapist & client. My aim is not to change who or what you are, but rather explore how you respond and relate to your external world to create a perception that better serves you in your daily life. My approach to therapy focuses on relationships by creating a safe & supportive environment for exploration and growth, where clients can feel understood and validated.

My practice is a psycho-spiritual one and reflects my passion: helping families flourish by creating happy, well-balanaced marriages, families, children, and adolescents. This includes blended families who have suffered loss or divorce. Having worked closely with courts for many years, I also provide forensic evaluations regarding custody and visitation issues, mediation, and post divorce management of child issues.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant demands placed on you and not sure how to get unstuck from the obstacles you’re facing? Together we will help you understand what you are feeling so that you can see things more clearly and find a path forward that’s right for your circumstances. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can explore all areas of your life, even the parts that are hard to talk about. While we will focus on helping you feel better in the moment, we will also look at how the past has influenced who you are today to help you get to the root of the issue.

I strive to provide you with a safe, authentic, and non-judgmental space so that you may express yourself freely. Our relationship will be a unique connection that will be tailored to your specific needs. If you are someone who is struggling with anxiety, internal family issues, depression, cultural and identity concerns, chronic health issues, and life transitions then schedule your free 15-minute phone consult or first session today.

At times, we may hear different voices within ourselves. Perhaps you find yourself striving for success in academics or your career, trying to meet societal expectations, but at the same time, questioning if you're truly "successful" or if your choices are right. Maybe you attempt to suppress or conceal your true emotions and thoughts to maintain a relationship, yet doubt whether you need such a relationship. Which one is the true self? What is it that you truly desire? How can you balance your own needs with those of others?

Are you feeling drained, exhausted and tired of all the anxious thoughts? Do you have people in your life who don’t fully understand you? Have you been wanting an improved sense of self and healthier relationships? On the days life hurts a little more, know that you don’t have to suffer in silence nor do you have to struggle on your own. I am here to help you work through life’s challenges. I provide a non-judgmental, collaborative approach to help you understand your behaviors and the reason you are seeking treatment at this time.

As a certified recovery coach, I work with clients who seek to change habits and gain clarity. My approach to sobriety includes providing education, support and integration of tools which aid a client's physical and emotional well-being. While addressing triggers, we work together to learn how to manage the stressors of a newly sober life. Together, we identify your inherent strengths and goals to think creatively and overcome barriers that keep you stuck.

I have found, in my private practice, that people usually seek therapy when they are going through an extremely stressful time in their lives, feel increasingly depressed or anxious or feel dissatisfied with different aspects of their lives(relationships, career, life transitions). My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, confidential and non-judgmental atmosphere in which clients can express their feelings and gain insight into what led to their current state of mind or difficult situation.

At Family Central Consultants, we help families through difficult transitions. We provide support and advice to families at a critical juncture when facing health, mental health, educational challenges, major life transitions, or just when needing some direction and support. We assist families in navigating a myriad of issues and available resources. We collaborate with our families to develop a plan of action and provide ongoing support. Our goal is to maximize information and understanding and to minimize stress and anxiety for our families faced with daunting or unfamiliar challenges.

I have a holistic view in healing and deeply value the client-therapist relationship. Creativity is the true essence of psychotherapy. I value clients partnership in their healing and invite them to explore their inner insight and creativity along with my therapeutic guidance. I draw from clinical approaches such as CBT, culturally sensitive, eclectic, integrative, jungian, humanistic, transpersonal, strength based and gestalt. My experience has brought me to see valuable psychotherapy as when the client becomes aware that their presenting problem can be healed by adopting and integrating positive and healthy perceptions and actions.

If you’re looking for quality Individual Therapy sessions with a certified Therapist that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. I guide my patients every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Schedule an appointment today and see what I can do for you.

Maybe people accuse you of being paranoid when really they are at fault. Maybe you are hearing talking or having other unusual experiences, that are freaking you out or stopping you getting things done. Maybe you are concerned for a loved one, who seems to be experiencing these things and you don't know how to help? You are not alone! I will hear you out and begin to help you make sense of what is happening. I use a therapy called Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy which has been proven to be effective for this, giving you tools to manage stressors yourself without having to be in therapy for ever.

In a world inundated with superficial ideals and societal pressures, life often presents us with challenges that can obscure our path to self-discovery and fulfillment. My clients often find themselves toiling with conflicts around relationships, as well as a lack of personal identity that leaves them feeling anxious, depressive, or purposeless; they find themselves stuck, stagnant, and unsure of how to pluck themselves out of despair. By delving into the messiness of the human condition and cultivating the desire to understand yourself, you can begin to create space between the things that rule you.

I strive to understand each individual's issues and needs through the different phases of the therapeutic relationship. I find patterns of thinking which surface from recurrent automatic thoughts. I thus obtain a comprehensive understanding of the person in his/her functioning. Through a pro-active, attuned, caring, neutral, compassionate and non-judgmental stance, an empowering process is developed, leading to an enhancement of self-esteem. I have come to see how people can better understand themselves and their relationships, and am able to to help them make improved choices for themselves, and to live more meaningful lives.

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.