Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Upper East Side, New York, NY

I am a goal oriented therapist and use an integrative approach based on the specific needs of the individual. I use cognitive and psychodynamic oriented techniques in both short term and extended treatment. I provide treatment for individuals struggling with addiction as well as for their loved ones who are often impacted by the disease as well. As a Certified Employee Assistance Professional, I have ample experience in identifying and resolving personal concerns that can impact job performance. I work to help individuals find a healthy balance between their careers and their personal lives.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and certified psychoanalyst in New York City. I have been practicing for over 25 years and have advanced training in psychotherapy and psychoanalysis from the American Institute for Psychoanalysis. I see individuals across the lifespan and believe that psychotherapy can provide a rich opportunity for personal growth and healing. My approach is relational and collaborative, focusing on your unique needs. My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment, helping you develop a greater capacity for enjoying life and living well.

At times we find ourselves unhappy and stuck in unproductive and often painful patterns of thinking, feeling, behaving and relating. Through a collaborative, interactive therapeutic relationship I help people achieve greater self-understanding and self-awareness so they can change and grow, and find a way forward into happier and healthier ways of being.

I am a warm, supportive and non-judgmental therapist. We will work together to come to new understandings about your feelings, relationships, and behavior patterns. I favor an empathic and supportive approach which integrates psychodynamic and psychoanalytic techniques in order to help clients not only reduce symptoms, but to also explore and understand the underlying issues. I believe in helping clients identify their strengths to enable them to overcome these issues. I collaborate with and provide referrals to nutritionists, psychiatrists, and physicians as needed.

Drawing on 15 years of experience in a range of clinical settings, Amanda combines energy, humor, and empathy to help her clients overcome life's challenges and achieve their goals. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Amanda believes there is no cookie-cutter approach to therapy — instead, she offers a personalized blend of traditional talk therapy and practical skills and tools as she builds meaningful relationships with her clients.

As Covid lingers on, you may still be experiencing anxiety and/or depression that started because of, or worsened during, these past 3 years. Or perhaps you are facing your own or a family member's medical condition, struggling with relationship difficulties, dealing with problems at work, facing life transitions, or are burdened with other worries. For any of these reasons, we can work together to help bring improvements to your life.

My goal as a clinical psychologist is to help people confronting difficult issues to improve the quality of their lives. These difficulties often manifest in obstacles to relationship and career fulfillment. My intention is that both individuals and couples will leave each session with a new perspective on their life and and an enhanced understanding of themselves.

I am an accomplished Psychoanalyst, Pre-Marital Counselor and EFT Couples Therapist, and strive to help individuals and couples find their harmony and achieve their life goals. If you are struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety or depression, I look forward to helping you regain your sense of self. If you are a pre-marital couple looking for guidance in achieving marital harmony and success, I look forward to helping you. If you are a couple or family in conflict, I will help you to understand why your relationship has broken down, and how to rebuild safety, trust and healthy communication patterns.

Are you feeling stuck, unhappy, or frustrated in your life, but aren't exactly sure why? My relational approach to therapy focuses on really getting to know you and your story, to help you to gain a better understanding of yourself, your emotions, and your goals. With this knowledge we can discover together how you can live your best life! My specialties include working with people who are feeling anxious/stressed, people struggling in their relationships (romantic or platonic), members of the LGBTQ* community, and college students. I also have years of experience working with visual and performing artists.

My practice focuses on helping adults, couples, adolescents, and children. I help patients to lose weight, quit smoking, manage anger and stress, improve self-esteem and overcome phobias. I also work with patients on a variety of other issues including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, obsessional thoughts, compulsive behaviors and PTSD. I aim to help my patients form better habits in their daily routines to improve happiness and energy levels.

"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.

I can help. Whether you're a professional, an artist, or a stay-at-home parent - whether your challenge is situational, chronic, or acute - my pragmatic therapeutic approach addresses confidence, productivity, and personal satisfaction. I am a Clinical Professor, Psychiatry, Columbia University. Conveniently located on the Upper West Side, I was trained at: Columbia University Medical Center, Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research (advanced candidate); The Wright Institute, Berkeley (M.A. & Psy.D.); St. Mary's Hospital, San Francisco (Internship); UCSF Medical Center, Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute (Externship); and California College of the Arts, College Counseling Center (Post-doctoral Fellowship).

I bring more than 20 years experience to my psychotherapy practice, workshops and consulting. Clients describe me as easy to talk to, real, and insightful in figuring out what their problems are and how to make actual change, so life can feel and work better.

I'm the Director of Center for Love and Sex, a practice specializing in sex therapy for individuals and couples. We are highly experienced to work sensitively with clients around issues including: low sexual desire, ED, PE, pelvic pain, and sexless marriages. We are kink, non-monogamy & poly aware. We get that sexuality can be challenging for people to discuss, even with doctors. Our CLS therapists have specialized post-graduate sex therapy training in addition to years of general practice experience, We are highly attuned to clients' embarrassment and at times shame. Clients are also treated for Depression, Anxiety Compulsive Sex.

I completed my Ph.D. in clinical psychology as well as post-doctoral training in psychotherapy and contemporary psychoanalysis at New York University. I have been in private practice for over twenty years,treating adolescents and adults from a variety of backgrounds. Respectfulness, clarity and directness, tempered by humor characterize my exploratory work. In a flexible and pragmatic manner, I aim to alleviate symptoms and problems in living in the briefest possible time. Although not a sufficient reason to remain in therapy, a regular benefit is the pleasure and pride in an examined life.

My goal is to help you feel better. I am a compassionate listener, and I provide a safe, welcoming environment where we can discuss the events or feelings that trouble you. Many people come to therapy believing that their difficulties or emotions are overwhelming. Rest assured, it is possible to change your reality by understanding the patterns, conflicts and obstacles that interfere with your success and happiness.

I work well with clients seeking help with stress management, relationship issues, goal attainment, or issues related to emotion and self-esteem. My ideal clients are professionals who are seeking results. In addition to my work with clients, I also provide practice building tools for clinicians. Although I am currently on sabbatical from psychotherapy clients, I do oversee my associates, Amanda Pelcher, LMFT and Grayson Stadler, LCSW. You can have a free consultation with my office to learn more. Send us an email or give us a call so we may assist you further!

My private practice offers a warm and caring place to build skills and enhance personal growth. Therapy is a guided process of self-discovery. It provides access to develop and strengthen skills so that new, healthier thoughts and behaviors take the place of old unhealthy ones. My approach is determined by your needs. I pay attention to your strengths, guided by a belief that you already possess the ability to make things better. My style is down-to-earth and supportive, and I believe that active listening and feedback are essential so that you feel understood. Then we work together on identifying and reaching your goals.

I am a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (License # 036633) with over 15 years of private practice psychotherapy experience. I was born and raised in New York. I work with individuals and couples, especially actors, artists, singers and other creative people.I offer treatment for: Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Obsessions & Phobias, Performance Anxiety, Writer's Block, Getting to your next level of artistic excellence, Developing creativity and mental/emotional flexibility, Career transitions, Mid-life crisis, Loneliness, Being new to NYC, Relationships, and Break-ups.