Child Therapists in Upper West Side, New York, NY
I am I highly motivated bilingual therapist, I have experience with adults, adolescents and children that suffers from depression, anxiety, life crisis, phobias, abuse, discrimination and PTSD.
In life we often ask ourselves "how come I ended up feeling like this, in the same situation again?" The psychodynamic approach has an answer for that: unless we make ourselves aware of what are our hidden motivations we will not get rid of maladaptive patterns that control our lives. Therapy is the exploration through which you get to know yourself better, you get to accept your personal history and the current situation that you are living in; allowing you to bring out the best in your self, improve the quality of your relationships and further your personal growth.
I am I highly motivated bilingual therapist, I have experience with adults, adolescents and children that suffers from depression, anxiety, life crisis, phobias, abuse, discrimination and PTSD.
In life we often ask ourselves "how come I ended up feeling like this, in the same situation again?" The psychodynamic approach has an answer for that: unless we make ourselves aware of what are our hidden motivations we will not get rid of maladaptive patterns that control our lives. Therapy is the exploration through which you get to know yourself better, you get to accept your personal history and the current situation that you are living in; allowing you to bring out the best in your self, improve the quality of your relationships and further your personal growth.
Alma J. Carten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, ACSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10024
Because the family is the essential context for our mental health, helping family members cope with stressors related to normative life transitions, and the traumatizing effects of unforeseen crises such as mental or physical illness, addiction, divorce, and parenting special needs children or adolescents form the core of my practice.
My inclusive practice is anchored in a respect for the cultural lens that shape a diversity of world views. My therapeutic approach is especially effective for changing repetitive unproductive behavioral patterns in interpersonal relationships and supporting new insights for understanding that the same mindset cannot be used for finding solutions to the complex problems that created them.
Because the family is the essential context for our mental health, helping family members cope with stressors related to normative life transitions, and the traumatizing effects of unforeseen crises such as mental or physical illness, addiction, divorce, and parenting special needs children or adolescents form the core of my practice.
My inclusive practice is anchored in a respect for the cultural lens that shape a diversity of world views. My therapeutic approach is especially effective for changing repetitive unproductive behavioral patterns in interpersonal relationships and supporting new insights for understanding that the same mindset cannot be used for finding solutions to the complex problems that created them.
Kimberly Chu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyaD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10023
Specializations: anxiety, depression, parenting, divorce, body image, eating concerns, aggression, identity (gender, sexuality, race/ethnicity/culture), adoption, non-traditional families, childhood trauma and abuse, children and families living with chronic illness, transition from adolescence to adulthood, 12 step recovery/addiction.
Kimberly Chu has worked with adults, children and adolescents in individual, couples, family, and group therapies for over twenty years. She works both intensively (multiple sessions per week) and in weekly sessions. The issues bringing a person or family to treatment are never easy, nor simple. Curiosity, exploration, understanding, and change can be challenging and elusive at times. It is essential that your therapist respect you and the process you are beginning to change yourself and your life. Kimberly's approach to therapy is focused on respect for the individual and the difficulties that lead a person to seek help.
Specializations: anxiety, depression, parenting, divorce, body image, eating concerns, aggression, identity (gender, sexuality, race/ethnicity/culture), adoption, non-traditional families, childhood trauma and abuse, children and families living with chronic illness, transition from adolescence to adulthood, 12 step recovery/addiction.
Kimberly Chu has worked with adults, children and adolescents in individual, couples, family, and group therapies for over twenty years. She works both intensively (multiple sessions per week) and in weekly sessions. The issues bringing a person or family to treatment are never easy, nor simple. Curiosity, exploration, understanding, and change can be challenging and elusive at times. It is essential that your therapist respect you and the process you are beginning to change yourself and your life. Kimberly's approach to therapy is focused on respect for the individual and the difficulties that lead a person to seek help.
I maintain an independent practice in clinical and consulting psychology. I provide therapeutic and consultative services to adults, children, families, and couples. I am an expert in a diverse range of mental health related areas including mood disorders, strategies for goal attainment, stress management, parenting skills, anger management, and relationship issues. I employ an eclectic approach that integrates insight-oriented self-exploration with practical goal-oriented strategies. Offering both long and short-term treatment modalities I have helped thousands develop effective coping/stress management skills and healthy and fulfilling lifestyles and relationships.
I maintain an independent practice in clinical and consulting psychology. I provide therapeutic and consultative services to adults, children, families, and couples. I am an expert in a diverse range of mental health related areas including mood disorders, strategies for goal attainment, stress management, parenting skills, anger management, and relationship issues. I employ an eclectic approach that integrates insight-oriented self-exploration with practical goal-oriented strategies. Offering both long and short-term treatment modalities I have helped thousands develop effective coping/stress management skills and healthy and fulfilling lifestyles and relationships.
Chris Ann Farhood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10023
Trained in Psychotherapy/Psychoanalysis/ Child Therapy.
Are you feeling stuck in an emotional quandary? Not sure how to take the next step? Are you stressed at work or in your relationship, or because you don't have a relationship? Do you experience parenting/ child issues? I use an active interpersonal approach to identify and resolve behavior that inhibits change and growth. I work collaboratively and interactively which allows one to find their voice and formulate a plan for change. I view my role as helping one access their ability to be self-determined. As an artist I am interested in, and value, creativity in everyone.
Trained in Psychotherapy/Psychoanalysis/ Child Therapy.
Are you feeling stuck in an emotional quandary? Not sure how to take the next step? Are you stressed at work or in your relationship, or because you don't have a relationship? Do you experience parenting/ child issues? I use an active interpersonal approach to identify and resolve behavior that inhibits change and growth. I work collaboratively and interactively which allows one to find their voice and formulate a plan for change. I view my role as helping one access their ability to be self-determined. As an artist I am interested in, and value, creativity in everyone.
Joan has a general psychotherapy practice for adults and specializes in counseling the parents of preschool age children.
Joan Cade is a licensed psychoanalyst, parent counselor and early childhood educational and psychological consultant. In her private psychotherapy practice, Joan has extensive experience working with adults on a wide range of issues including: relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, defining life goals, work satisfaction, creative self-expression, self-esteem, stress-related physical symptoms, and parenting. For the treatment of depression and anxiety, Joan believes the benefits of talk therapy can be augmented by incorporating healthy practices such as sufficient sleep, aerobic exercise, breathing techniques, and good nutrition into one's daily life. Joan provides guidance to her patients to support them in implementing these practices.
Joan has a general psychotherapy practice for adults and specializes in counseling the parents of preschool age children.
Joan Cade is a licensed psychoanalyst, parent counselor and early childhood educational and psychological consultant. In her private psychotherapy practice, Joan has extensive experience working with adults on a wide range of issues including: relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, defining life goals, work satisfaction, creative self-expression, self-esteem, stress-related physical symptoms, and parenting. For the treatment of depression and anxiety, Joan believes the benefits of talk therapy can be augmented by incorporating healthy practices such as sufficient sleep, aerobic exercise, breathing techniques, and good nutrition into one's daily life. Joan provides guidance to her patients to support them in implementing these practices.
Charles Merrill
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10023 (Online Only)
Challenges raising children with learning/behavior problems is another area of focus.
I am a psychologist with more than 25 years experience working with clients with a variety of issues. Work/family and personal relationships often are complicated by difficulty feeling comfortable with strong feelings that these relationships and situations bring up. They're worth spending time to understand better so that they don't overwhelm us. My website is http://drcmerrill.info/
Challenges raising children with learning/behavior problems is another area of focus.
I am a psychologist with more than 25 years experience working with clients with a variety of issues. Work/family and personal relationships often are complicated by difficulty feeling comfortable with strong feelings that these relationships and situations bring up. They're worth spending time to understand better so that they don't overwhelm us. My website is http://drcmerrill.info/
I am an experienced psychologist who specializes in psychological, psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluations for children, adolescents and adults. I assess learning and behavior disorders, as well as AD/HD and autism spectrum disorders, and provide comprehensive educational/vocational/mental health recommendations. I provide parent and school consultation, as well as coaching for high school students struggling with executive dysfunction or poor study skills.
I am an experienced psychologist who specializes in psychological, psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluations for children, adolescents and adults. I assess learning and behavior disorders, as well as AD/HD and autism spectrum disorders, and provide comprehensive educational/vocational/mental health recommendations. I provide parent and school consultation, as well as coaching for high school students struggling with executive dysfunction or poor study skills.
She conducts comprehensive, multicomponent psychoeducational/neuropsychological assessments for ADHD/LD in children and adults.
Dr. Baten incorporates CBT and holistic health in her practice. She helps individuals, children, families and couples develop new strategies to change old patterns. She stimulates emotional growth by teaching people to replace their self-defeating thoughts, feelings and actions with new and more effective ones. Patients are taught to identify the dysfunctional beliefs that lead to negative consequences in their mood and behavior as well as to replace poor food and lifestyle choices. She encourages individuals to be responsible for their own emotions, empowering them to change and overcome unhealthy behaviors that interfere with their ability to enjoy life.
She conducts comprehensive, multicomponent psychoeducational/neuropsychological assessments for ADHD/LD in children and adults.
Dr. Baten incorporates CBT and holistic health in her practice. She helps individuals, children, families and couples develop new strategies to change old patterns. She stimulates emotional growth by teaching people to replace their self-defeating thoughts, feelings and actions with new and more effective ones. Patients are taught to identify the dysfunctional beliefs that lead to negative consequences in their mood and behavior as well as to replace poor food and lifestyle choices. She encourages individuals to be responsible for their own emotions, empowering them to change and overcome unhealthy behaviors that interfere with their ability to enjoy life.
As a clinician, I have extensive experience with the challenges that affect children and adults throughout their lifespan.
I am a warm and engaged psychologist. My collaborative work is grounded in an understanding of the shaping forces of relationships, affect, and experience. I offer a safe space, where we will understand and explore your challenges – discovering ways to enhance your life.
As a clinician, I have extensive experience with the challenges that affect children and adults throughout their lifespan.
I am a warm and engaged psychologist. My collaborative work is grounded in an understanding of the shaping forces of relationships, affect, and experience. I offer a safe space, where we will understand and explore your challenges – discovering ways to enhance your life.
Rhona Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10023
My training and skills include working with children, adolescents and their parents, as well work with couples.
I see my role as a guide to help you gain insight and perspective into challenges are experiencing. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck or conflicted about identity, relationships, or career, I will work with you to understand underlying feelings and experiences that are interfering with leading a fulfilling and happy life. I have a supportive, non -judgmental , compassionate, and responsive style.
My training and skills include working with children, adolescents and their parents, as well work with couples.
I see my role as a guide to help you gain insight and perspective into challenges are experiencing. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck or conflicted about identity, relationships, or career, I will work with you to understand underlying feelings and experiences that are interfering with leading a fulfilling and happy life. I have a supportive, non -judgmental , compassionate, and responsive style.
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I work with children who are in preschool up through adults who are at university and graduate schools to learn customized test-taking strategies and gain admission to top-tier programs.
I am a learning specialist in private practice with 30 years of experience. I offer individualized instruction to children and adults with learning difficulties, as well as customized enrichment to gifted children. I analyze, assess, and identify individual needs, and develop a cohesive Education Action Plan to put into action. My comprehensive and integrative approach bridges the disciplines of neuroscience and education. It is designed to optimize each student's individual strengths and address specific goals in a timely and dynamic way. I integrate information about specific workplace or educational settings with an appreciation for the individual client's learning style.
I work with children who are in preschool up through adults who are at university and graduate schools to learn customized test-taking strategies and gain admission to top-tier programs.
I am a learning specialist in private practice with 30 years of experience. I offer individualized instruction to children and adults with learning difficulties, as well as customized enrichment to gifted children. I analyze, assess, and identify individual needs, and develop a cohesive Education Action Plan to put into action. My comprehensive and integrative approach bridges the disciplines of neuroscience and education. It is designed to optimize each student's individual strengths and address specific goals in a timely and dynamic way. I integrate information about specific workplace or educational settings with an appreciation for the individual client's learning style.
Brittany Ruane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10024
Previously, I worked with children and adolescents in foster care and their families.
Sometimes, when we feel anxious or depressed, life can appear to come to a standstill. The rest of the world is moving, but we feel stuck or fearful of moving forward. As your therapist, I will provide a safe space for you to explore what may be holding you back. I will help guide you towards making positive changes and choices.
Previously, I worked with children and adolescents in foster care and their families.
Sometimes, when we feel anxious or depressed, life can appear to come to a standstill. The rest of the world is moving, but we feel stuck or fearful of moving forward. As your therapist, I will provide a safe space for you to explore what may be holding you back. I will help guide you towards making positive changes and choices.
Neal H Brodsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10025
For children ages 6-13, I offer Embodied Therapeutic Play, and for adolescents effective body-centered expressive work, as I guide parents on strategies to support a young person's strengths and family harmony.
I work to nurture hope, strength and healing for clients of many cultures and backgrounds. Combining talk therapy with body awareness helps clients move forward with fuller energy.
For children ages 6-13, I offer Embodied Therapeutic Play, and for adolescents effective body-centered expressive work, as I guide parents on strategies to support a young person's strengths and family harmony.
I work to nurture hope, strength and healing for clients of many cultures and backgrounds. Combining talk therapy with body awareness helps clients move forward with fuller energy.
Melissa Chattman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10023
I specialize in treating children, adolescents, as well as young adults who suffer from Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Addictions, Eating Disorders, ADHD, and Relational Issues.
I believe that a positive and genuine therapeutic relationship is essential to successful treatment. My empathetic nature fosters an authentic and trusting therapeutic alliance with my clients, creating a supportive and nonjudgmental environment for each individual. I am passionate and dedicated to working with my clients to develop tools and find ways to help each of them lead happier and more satisfying lives. I use a range of therapeutic modalities to help clients explore their past, to better understand their present situation, and to develop specific skills to reach their goals and to improve their overall quality of life.
I specialize in treating children, adolescents, as well as young adults who suffer from Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Addictions, Eating Disorders, ADHD, and Relational Issues.
I believe that a positive and genuine therapeutic relationship is essential to successful treatment. My empathetic nature fosters an authentic and trusting therapeutic alliance with my clients, creating a supportive and nonjudgmental environment for each individual. I am passionate and dedicated to working with my clients to develop tools and find ways to help each of them lead happier and more satisfying lives. I use a range of therapeutic modalities to help clients explore their past, to better understand their present situation, and to develop specific skills to reach their goals and to improve their overall quality of life.
Tamar Blanchard
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10024
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, and related issues in children, adolescents, and adults.
Sometimes it feels like our emotions have a tight grip on us, trapping us in cycles of unwanted behaviors and holding us back from living the life we want. Other times, we’re caught up in our heads, stuck in repetitive thoughts about what should have been or what needs to be. Whether you’re feeling anxious, lonely, or overwhelmed, therapy can help you to harness your natural resilience, develop coping skills, and heighten your self-understanding. We all are capable of tremendous growth, and my goal is to be there with you while you confront your fears, deepen relationships, and build a life that aligns with your values.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, and related issues in children, adolescents, and adults.
Sometimes it feels like our emotions have a tight grip on us, trapping us in cycles of unwanted behaviors and holding us back from living the life we want. Other times, we’re caught up in our heads, stuck in repetitive thoughts about what should have been or what needs to be. Whether you’re feeling anxious, lonely, or overwhelmed, therapy can help you to harness your natural resilience, develop coping skills, and heighten your self-understanding. We all are capable of tremendous growth, and my goal is to be there with you while you confront your fears, deepen relationships, and build a life that aligns with your values.
We work with children, adolescents and adults dealing with a variety of life issues.
Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other solution-focused interventions, I can work with you to change the negative thoughts and behaviors that may be leading to unhealthy patterns in your life, or making you feel stuck. Whether you are struggling with anxiety and stress, sadness, relationship or self-esteem issues, I can provide you with the tools to lead a more enjoyable and satisfying life and break out of unhealthy cycles. Treatment interventions are evidence-based and tailored to fit each client’s goals.
We work with children, adolescents and adults dealing with a variety of life issues.
Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other solution-focused interventions, I can work with you to change the negative thoughts and behaviors that may be leading to unhealthy patterns in your life, or making you feel stuck. Whether you are struggling with anxiety and stress, sadness, relationship or self-esteem issues, I can provide you with the tools to lead a more enjoyable and satisfying life and break out of unhealthy cycles. Treatment interventions are evidence-based and tailored to fit each client’s goals.
Dr. Kim Manuel
Psychologist, PhD, MA, MEd, PPS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Upper West Side, New York, NY 10023
I work with individuals across the lifespan, drawing from an intuitive blend of therapeutic approaches, including attachment-based, inner child work, existential, Jungian, CBT, and holistic approaches.
My clients come to therapy with a desire to better understand themselves, their patterns, and the implicit beliefs they hold about themselves and the world. They are deep thinkers and feelers with a great appreciation for humor as part of the therapeutic process. They are often striving to become (and befriend) the best version of themselves. Together, we balance insights and perspectives with tools that guide transformation and growth.
I work with individuals across the lifespan, drawing from an intuitive blend of therapeutic approaches, including attachment-based, inner child work, existential, Jungian, CBT, and holistic approaches.
My clients come to therapy with a desire to better understand themselves, their patterns, and the implicit beliefs they hold about themselves and the world. They are deep thinkers and feelers with a great appreciation for humor as part of the therapeutic process. They are often striving to become (and befriend) the best version of themselves. Together, we balance insights and perspectives with tools that guide transformation and growth.
I have extensive experience with adults, children and adolescents.
Feeling depressed, stuck, dealing with trauma or life transitions? Struggling with parental, familial or relationship issues? Maybe something has happened recently causing you to become overwhelmed or left you feeling drained and empty. Perhaps you can't explain the cause of your feelings. I can help you make choices today that help you move forward in a way that honors your values and priorities to become a better version of yourself. Together we will build on your existing strengths to help you improve your ability to identify, communicate and manage your thoughts, needs, feelings and experiences.
I have extensive experience with adults, children and adolescents.
Feeling depressed, stuck, dealing with trauma or life transitions? Struggling with parental, familial or relationship issues? Maybe something has happened recently causing you to become overwhelmed or left you feeling drained and empty. Perhaps you can't explain the cause of your feelings. I can help you make choices today that help you move forward in a way that honors your values and priorities to become a better version of yourself. Together we will build on your existing strengths to help you improve your ability to identify, communicate and manage your thoughts, needs, feelings and experiences.
Sometimes, children, adolescents, or adults might need guidance in determining the educational direction that works best for them. They might be facing challenges with education, attention, and/or social skills without knowing why, or they might have been previously assessed for these kinds of challenges and desire an update on their progress and current needs.
Sometimes, children, adolescents, or adults might need guidance in determining the educational direction that works best for them. They might be facing challenges with education, attention, and/or social skills without knowing why, or they might have been previously assessed for these kinds of challenges and desire an update on their progress and current needs.
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