Female Therapists in Washington Heights, New York, NY
Tanya Irvin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10033
Have you felt stuck in a pattern of self-defeating or unhelpful behaviors or relationships? Are you wondering why that is, and how you can go about changing it once and for all? I believe that a deeper understanding of yourself leads to meaningful life changes, and I will be your partner in this transformation. My work is steeped in psychodynamic tradition, although I also incorporate elements of other approaches when clinically appropriate. While I enjoy working with patients from all walks of life, I have also been focusing my clinical work on treating creative professionals and addressing the special challenges they face.
Have you felt stuck in a pattern of self-defeating or unhelpful behaviors or relationships? Are you wondering why that is, and how you can go about changing it once and for all? I believe that a deeper understanding of yourself leads to meaningful life changes, and I will be your partner in this transformation. My work is steeped in psychodynamic tradition, although I also incorporate elements of other approaches when clinically appropriate. While I enjoy working with patients from all walks of life, I have also been focusing my clinical work on treating creative professionals and addressing the special challenges they face.
Katie Simon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCAT, RDT
Verified Verified
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10040
You are worthy of happiness and peace of mind. Deciding to take the first step towards growth & healing can be intimidating, and it takes courage & bravery to begin this process. Congratulations on being here & looking for opportunities for your personal growth. My experience is in trauma-informed approaches, mindfulness-based practices, and creative arts therapy. I love my work; and I approach it in the spirit of service. I know that your personal energy and life purpose is distinctly and unquestionably unique. And I know for certain that together, we can create the life-changes needed for you to live your best life.
You are worthy of happiness and peace of mind. Deciding to take the first step towards growth & healing can be intimidating, and it takes courage & bravery to begin this process. Congratulations on being here & looking for opportunities for your personal growth. My experience is in trauma-informed approaches, mindfulness-based practices, and creative arts therapy. I love my work; and I approach it in the spirit of service. I know that your personal energy and life purpose is distinctly and unquestionably unique. And I know for certain that together, we can create the life-changes needed for you to live your best life.
Psychotherapy/Healing and Immigration Evaluations
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10040 (Online Only)
Dissecting, exploring and rediscovering yourself and/or relationship is deeply rewarding. Colibri Wellness, LCSW, PLLC offers a welcoming space where you can unpack your feelings and embark on a healing path and impart with you, your partner(s), and/or family a safe, inclusive, and engaging therapeutic experience. We will assist you in reflection, decision-making, redirection and restructure towards change, healing strategies, movement, growth and decolonization of the mind. We also conduct immigration evaluations and Psychotherapy in New York State, Connecticut, Florida, Delaware, Vermont, & Idaho
Dissecting, exploring and rediscovering yourself and/or relationship is deeply rewarding. Colibri Wellness, LCSW, PLLC offers a welcoming space where you can unpack your feelings and embark on a healing path and impart with you, your partner(s), and/or family a safe, inclusive, and engaging therapeutic experience. We will assist you in reflection, decision-making, redirection and restructure towards change, healing strategies, movement, growth and decolonization of the mind. We also conduct immigration evaluations and Psychotherapy in New York State, Connecticut, Florida, Delaware, Vermont, & Idaho
Dr. Kanako Okuda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10040 (Online Only)
Greetings! I'm Kanako Okuda, a licensed clinical social worker licensed in New York and Pennsylvania, boasting over decades of dedicated service to diverse individuals seeking support. Drawing from my background as a former dancer and a student of spirituality, I bring a holistic approach to my practice, valuing each individual's entirety. Throughout my fulfilling career, I've had the privilege of supporting individuals across healthcare and higher education sectors, guiding them through significant life changes, empowering them to navigate chronic health conditions, and easing educational anxieties and workplace hurdles.
Greetings! I'm Kanako Okuda, a licensed clinical social worker licensed in New York and Pennsylvania, boasting over decades of dedicated service to diverse individuals seeking support. Drawing from my background as a former dancer and a student of spirituality, I bring a holistic approach to my practice, valuing each individual's entirety. Throughout my fulfilling career, I've had the privilege of supporting individuals across healthcare and higher education sectors, guiding them through significant life changes, empowering them to navigate chronic health conditions, and easing educational anxieties and workplace hurdles.
Hi, I am Zoe. I also go by Ke. I earned an undergraduate degree in psychology at UC Davis and is now pursuing a Master’s in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness at New York University. I would like to support individuals who are navigating the complexities of identity, mental health, and societal expectations. I am currently an intern from Washington Square Mental Health Counseling, PLLC. My supervisor is Eric Arevalo.
Hi, I am Zoe. I also go by Ke. I earned an undergraduate degree in psychology at UC Davis and is now pursuing a Master’s in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness at New York University. I would like to support individuals who are navigating the complexities of identity, mental health, and societal expectations. I am currently an intern from Washington Square Mental Health Counseling, PLLC. My supervisor is Eric Arevalo.
Hi, I'm Copley I specialize in individual, family and couples counseling. I especially enjoy helping women who seek assistance coping with depression, anxiety and/or struggles with self-worth and relationships. I especially enjoy helping women and others in need of therapeutic support. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, anger, self-esteem issues, adjustment and career concerns.
Hi, I'm Copley I specialize in individual, family and couples counseling. I especially enjoy helping women who seek assistance coping with depression, anxiety and/or struggles with self-worth and relationships. I especially enjoy helping women and others in need of therapeutic support. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, anger, self-esteem issues, adjustment and career concerns.
Kenya Dominguez
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10032 (Online Only)
I want to acknowledge that embarking on a journey of therapy can be both scary and transformative. Regardless of your reasons for being here, I want you to know that I am fully committed to supporting you every step of the way. What's it like to work with me, you might be thinking? Well, you can expect to feel truly seen, valued, and safe in our therapeutic space. I take into consideration all aspects of who you are as a person, not just specific symptoms or issues.
I want to acknowledge that embarking on a journey of therapy can be both scary and transformative. Regardless of your reasons for being here, I want you to know that I am fully committed to supporting you every step of the way. What's it like to work with me, you might be thinking? Well, you can expect to feel truly seen, valued, and safe in our therapeutic space. I take into consideration all aspects of who you are as a person, not just specific symptoms or issues.
As a dedicated mental health counselor specializing in narrative therapy, my primary focus is on understanding and addressing the unique stories of my clients. My ideal clients are individuals who are navigating significant life transitions, such as immigration, career changes, or relationship challenges. These clients often feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from their sense of identity and purpose. They seek a safe and empathetic space where their experiences can be heard and validated, and where they can explore new narratives that empower them to move forward with confidence.
As a dedicated mental health counselor specializing in narrative therapy, my primary focus is on understanding and addressing the unique stories of my clients. My ideal clients are individuals who are navigating significant life transitions, such as immigration, career changes, or relationship challenges. These clients often feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from their sense of identity and purpose. They seek a safe and empathetic space where their experiences can be heard and validated, and where they can explore new narratives that empower them to move forward with confidence.
Janet Richman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10033 (Online Only)
I believe that developing a therapeutic relationship with my clients is most improtant. I provide active lisetning with a therapeutic ear, and will reflect your story back to you and help you to see yourself in a different light. Together we will work on identifying goals and use a variety of modalities to help you reach them.
I believe that developing a therapeutic relationship with my clients is most improtant. I provide active lisetning with a therapeutic ear, and will reflect your story back to you and help you to see yourself in a different light. Together we will work on identifying goals and use a variety of modalities to help you reach them.
Maya McKenzie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10032
I hope that you will leave our sessions feeling heard, affirmed, and with tools to move forward. I am a strong advocate for all of my clients, and especially hope to serve those who may face marginalization in society and in mental health care, specifically fat people, LGBTQ+ people, and survivors of trauma. I believe that you are an expert in your own experience and seek to learn from and with you during our time together. My therapeutic style brings together a diverse set of therapeutic knowledge and tools in order to uniquely meet your needs.
I hope that you will leave our sessions feeling heard, affirmed, and with tools to move forward. I am a strong advocate for all of my clients, and especially hope to serve those who may face marginalization in society and in mental health care, specifically fat people, LGBTQ+ people, and survivors of trauma. I believe that you are an expert in your own experience and seek to learn from and with you during our time together. My therapeutic style brings together a diverse set of therapeutic knowledge and tools in order to uniquely meet your needs.
Maria Checa-Rosen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdM, MA
Verified Verified
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10032
I am a bi-lingual psychotherapist with more than 30 years experience treating adults, children, families and couples suffering from depression, anxiety, relationships issues, parenting, trauma and eating disorders. Are you stuck or blocked, feeling shame, anger, fear, or sadness? Are you disconnected from your inner source of self-esteem, strength and joy? Are your moods driving your actions in your life, instead of your aspirations and goals? Do you find yourself unable to stop addictive, or impulsive behavior patterns? Perhaps it's time to ask yourself how long you can keep doing the same things, expecting different results.
I am a bi-lingual psychotherapist with more than 30 years experience treating adults, children, families and couples suffering from depression, anxiety, relationships issues, parenting, trauma and eating disorders. Are you stuck or blocked, feeling shame, anger, fear, or sadness? Are you disconnected from your inner source of self-esteem, strength and joy? Are your moods driving your actions in your life, instead of your aspirations and goals? Do you find yourself unable to stop addictive, or impulsive behavior patterns? Perhaps it's time to ask yourself how long you can keep doing the same things, expecting different results.
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Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10040 (Online Only)
Life is never without challenges. We are often left juggling chronic stress and problems in multiple areas of life. My goal is to help you expand your awareness around the difficulties you are experiencing in life and cope with challenges, large and small, to become your most fulfilled and resilient self. Whether you are seeking change for a happier and healthier lifestyle or just need a non-judgmental ear to listen, I am here for you.
Life is never without challenges. We are often left juggling chronic stress and problems in multiple areas of life. My goal is to help you expand your awareness around the difficulties you are experiencing in life and cope with challenges, large and small, to become your most fulfilled and resilient self. Whether you are seeking change for a happier and healthier lifestyle or just need a non-judgmental ear to listen, I am here for you.
Hi, I'm Copley I specialize in individual, family and couples counseling. I especially enjoy helping women who seek assistance coping with depression, anxiety and/or struggles with self-worth and relationships. I am flexible and open-minded and love collaborating with clients to help co-create their own therapeutic process. Therapy can be a great space to receive empathy and be heard, but it also a time to strategize concrete goals and push for progress
Hi, I'm Copley I specialize in individual, family and couples counseling. I especially enjoy helping women who seek assistance coping with depression, anxiety and/or struggles with self-worth and relationships. I am flexible and open-minded and love collaborating with clients to help co-create their own therapeutic process. Therapy can be a great space to receive empathy and be heard, but it also a time to strategize concrete goals and push for progress
Gisele Garelik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10033
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience working with adolescents and adults. I have extensive experience with survivors of trauma, and often use a trauma-informed lens. I focus on issues that impact the life cycle, including relationship stressors, parenting challenges, career choices, managing the effects of chronic illness, and dealing with aging parents. In addition, I am skilled at helping clients and families deal with end of life issues, grief and bereavement.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience working with adolescents and adults. I have extensive experience with survivors of trauma, and often use a trauma-informed lens. I focus on issues that impact the life cycle, including relationship stressors, parenting challenges, career choices, managing the effects of chronic illness, and dealing with aging parents. In addition, I am skilled at helping clients and families deal with end of life issues, grief and bereavement.
Marlene Citarelli Villegas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10032
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with families, couples, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, parenting stressors, and painful family dynamics. My goal is to provide a warm and empathic therapeutic space where you feel heard and supported in your journey towards emotional growth and healing. I am bilingual and can provide services in Spanish and English.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with families, couples, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, parenting stressors, and painful family dynamics. My goal is to provide a warm and empathic therapeutic space where you feel heard and supported in your journey towards emotional growth and healing. I am bilingual and can provide services in Spanish and English.
Melissa Andrea Abreu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10032 (Online Only)
The clients I work with are as diverse as the city we live in; from adolescents to older adults, my focus is on treating complex trauma, anxiety, and depression. Clients come to me with the intention to heal and liberate themselves from the cycles that have kept them in a place of insecurity.
The clients I work with are as diverse as the city we live in; from adolescents to older adults, my focus is on treating complex trauma, anxiety, and depression. Clients come to me with the intention to heal and liberate themselves from the cycles that have kept them in a place of insecurity.
Emely Santiago Sosa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MPH
Verified Verified
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10032 (Online Only)
My name is Emely Santiago, a licensed Social Worker dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey to mental wellbeing. My therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, ensuring that my clients receive the most effective and personalized care. I integrate elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy to address a wide range of concerns. Together, we'll collaboratively explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, fostering self-awareness and empowering you to make positive changes.
My name is Emely Santiago, a licensed Social Worker dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey to mental wellbeing. My therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, ensuring that my clients receive the most effective and personalized care. I integrate elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy to address a wide range of concerns. Together, we'll collaboratively explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, fostering self-awareness and empowering you to make positive changes.
Sanjana Nidugondi
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10032 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with an MSW from Columbia University. My training has focused on supporting survivors of violence who hold marginalized identities, particularly queer and trans survivors of color. My work is rooted in values of restorative and transformative justice.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with an MSW from Columbia University. My training has focused on supporting survivors of violence who hold marginalized identities, particularly queer and trans survivors of color. My work is rooted in values of restorative and transformative justice.
Meghan Shafer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10032 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker working with adults (18 years+) managing life transitions, relationship challenges (family, friends, partners, coworkers), general and acute anxiety, depression, struggles with self-esteem and body image, and coping with the stressors of college (both undergraduate and graduate levels, both academic and non-academic related). I have experience working in the health care field, including discussing grief/loss, living with a chronic illness, being a caregiver, receiving a life changing diagnosis, and being familiar with what it's like to work in a health care setting.
I am a licensed clinical social worker working with adults (18 years+) managing life transitions, relationship challenges (family, friends, partners, coworkers), general and acute anxiety, depression, struggles with self-esteem and body image, and coping with the stressors of college (both undergraduate and graduate levels, both academic and non-academic related). I have experience working in the health care field, including discussing grief/loss, living with a chronic illness, being a caregiver, receiving a life changing diagnosis, and being familiar with what it's like to work in a health care setting.
Holly Gould
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington Heights, New York, NY 10040
No two people are alike and the same can be said of therapists. Creating an empathetic, nonjudgmental and collaborative space for growth and healing is my primary objective as a therapist. Who you are and what you have experienced is unique, and your path to understanding will be, too. That is why I believe that establishing a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients is a key part of treatment. Such a relationship is essential, as it is often the first setting in which the person receiving treatment shares intimate thoughts, beliefs, and emotions regarding the issue(s) in question.
No two people are alike and the same can be said of therapists. Creating an empathetic, nonjudgmental and collaborative space for growth and healing is my primary objective as a therapist. Who you are and what you have experienced is unique, and your path to understanding will be, too. That is why I believe that establishing a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients is a key part of treatment. Such a relationship is essential, as it is often the first setting in which the person receiving treatment shares intimate thoughts, beliefs, and emotions regarding the issue(s) in question.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.