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Elaine Garbaty
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Elaine Garbaty, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Elaine has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Hunter College, School of Social Work.
I build treatment on your unique strengths and emotional needs. My focus is relational psychotherapy, trauma, and gender-informed care. I use methods that optimize your healing and growth.
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Nicole Memoli
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Nicole Memoli, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Nicole has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from New York University School of Social Work.
Through psychotherapy, I work collaboratively with you to establish your values, beliefs, and goals while overcoming self-defeating patterns that have blocked you from having the life you desire. I help you understand your past so you can move successfully into your future.
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Sarah Fiore
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Sarah Fiore, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sarah has a Masters of Arts (MA) from St. John’s University.
My goal is to empower you to develop behaviors and habits that help you show up as your authentic self.
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Desiree Barber, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Desiree Barber, LCSW, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Desiree has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Hunter College, School of Social Work.
I understand the complexities and unique situations many clients encounter post-pandemic. I offer you clinical support, encouragement, and a safe space to express yourself with no judgment, pressure, or expectation of expediency.
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Irit Maor
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Irit Maor, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Irit has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Group Work from Hunter College, School of Social Work.
My role is to create a supportive and compassionate environment where clients feel heard, understood, and accepted. I utilize an eclectic approach that integrates psychodynamic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Schema therapy.
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SHARICE OSEI
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like SHARICE OSEI, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
SHARICE has a Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling from Touro College.
As a disabled woman of color, I bring a unique perspective to therapy, recognizing how identity intersects with mental health. I specialize in supporting clients with depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and grief. My mission is to empower you to overcome struggles and insecurities.
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Evelyn Llewellyn
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Licensed Psychologists (LPs), like Evelyn Llewellyn, hold a doctoral degree and are trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Evelyn has a Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Child Clinical and Professional School Psychology from New York University.
I work with clients of all ages, from young children to older adults. My specializations include loss, bereavement, anxiety, eating disorders, depression, and trauma. I provide a compassionate space where you can explore what brings you to therapy and find the support you need.
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Tanay Hudson
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Tanay Hudson, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Tanay has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from New York University.
I am a Queens, NY native and proud HBCU grad who enjoys connecting with clients and helping them become the best version of themselves. I work mostly with clients who struggle with depression, trauma, and anxiety. I have been practicing for over a decade and have worked in clinics in South Jamaica, Queens, and East Harlem.
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Elissa Smilowitz
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Elissa Smilowitz, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Elissa has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Adelphi University.
Starting therapy can be overwhelming. Congratulations on starting your journey of self-discovery. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life challenges. My counseling style is warm and supportive. My therapeutic approach combines psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral treatment.
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Rebeca Chavarria
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Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Rebeca Chavarria, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Rebeca has a Master of Science (MS) from Touro College.
I'm a bilingual mental health counselor dedicated to providing compassionate and effective counseling services. I have had the privilege of supporting individuals from all walks of life on their journey to mental wellness.
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Jacqueline Switzer
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Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Jacqueline Switzer, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jacqueline has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Capella University.
Feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed? Therapy is a great place to pause, reset, and find your way back to yourself - with support that meets you exactly where you are.
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Grace Lamour
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Grace Lamour, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Grace has a Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling from Brooklyn Campus of Long Island University.
I build trusting relationships to help you develop insight and autonomy by exploring oppression and cultural expectations. As a child of immigrants, I bring cultural competence in immigration, assimilation, and race. I work with anxiety, behavioral challenges, domestic violence, life stressors, neurodivergence, and relationships.
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Sunita Bechan
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Sunita Bechan, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sunita has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Stony Brook University.
I am passionate about helping people heal and rediscover their inner strength. Healing takes time, and it begins when you explore your story with curiosity rather than judgment. I offer trauma-informed therapy to support adults facing current stressors and healing from relational or childhood wounds.
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Angalina Leggieri
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Angalina Leggieri, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Angalina has a Master of Arts (MA) in Mental Health Counseling from Iona College.
I offer virtual sessions, and I help people work through anxiety, depression, life transitions, and those “stuck” moments that can feel hard to move past. My approach is warm, real, and collaborative — I’ll meet you where you are and help you build tools that make life feel more manageable and grounded.
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Leslie Sullivan
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Leslie Sullivan, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Leslie has a Masters of Science in Education (MS ED) Counseling from Fordham University.
Looking for a therapist that is a good fit for you can be challenging so I would like to congratulate you on taking the first step. Therapy offers a safe, non-judgmental place to explore what is happening in your life and to learn new ways to deal with life challenges.
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Fatima Hamza Bala
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Fatima Hamza Bala, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Fatima Hamza has a Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling from Pace University.
Fatima Bala is my name, and I have been in the human services field for over a decade. I am a licensed mental health clinician with a diagnostic privilege. I have been working as a licensed mental health clinician for the past six years.
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Alexandria Butler
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Alexandria Butler, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Alexandria has a Master of Social Work from New York University.
I’m a licensed therapist who works with individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, and major life stressors. I take a supportive, practical approach—helping you build coping skills while also making sense of what you’ve been through. My goal is to create a space where you feel understood and leave sessions with tools you can actually use.
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Lavonne Freeman
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Lavonne Freeman, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Lavonne has a Master of Social Work from State University of New York, Albany.
I offer short-term goal-oriented therapy whereby you will have opportunities to use strategies outside of the therapy platform as a means for overcoming intrusive thoughts, doubt, worry, anxiety, and or depression.
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Shynise Rawls
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Shynise Rawls, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Shynise has a Master's in Counseling (MC) from Capella University.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step. I congratulate you on beginning your journey, and I'm here to make it meaningful. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and stressors. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals.
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Zhen (Anna) Han
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Zhen (Anna) Han, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Zhen (Anna) has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from New Mexico Highlands University.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York. I support adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My approach is integrative and collaborative, focused on emotional regulation, insight, and building practical coping skills that support everyday life.
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Heather Mauro
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Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Heather Mauro, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Heather has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Syracuse University.
I support adults as they navigate role changes to live a more fulfilling, successful, and joyful life.
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Sherry Ackerman
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Sherry Ackerman, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Sherry has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from New York University.
"It's time to do Something for yourself and put yourself first." This is my motto for having a great life, and I look forward to helping you achieve your goals through my holistic therapeutic approach.
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Evelyn Pappoe
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Evelyn Pappoe, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Evelyn has a Masters of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nyack College.
Challenges, circumstances, and changes can trigger emotional distress, leading you to seek therapy. You are taking the first step toward healing, wholeness, and self-discovery. I work with people facing anxiety, depression, caregiver stress, relationship conflict, and life transitions. My approach is client-centered and collaborative.
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Dawn Meenan
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Dawn Meenan, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Dawn has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Stony Brook University and a Masters of Arts (MA) from Hofstra University.
Taking the first steps toward therapy can feel difficult and rewarding. I specialize in working with individuals moving through life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I believe in a client-centered, collaborative approach where each session is tailored to your unique needs and goals.
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Carla Starr
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Carla Starr, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Carla has a Master of Social Work from State University of New York at Buffalo.
I am so grateful that you are here, ready to explore ways to feel better in life. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience. I graduated from the University at Buffalo with my MSW in 2005, and have worked in various capacities and age groups over the years.
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