Our Clinicians

Lorraine is a Russian speaking Licensed Mental Health Counselor experienced at helping clients steer through feelings of anxiety, depression, hopelessness, low self-esteem, social skills, and other life-limiting  issues. Her knowledge and training may help you acquire the strength and skills necessary to overcome emotional and behavioral issues, and help set you on the path to a happier, healthier life.
Togetheryou will create a therapeutic alliance in our safe, judgement- free environment, and work towards problem-solving and goal-setting, for personal growth and development. 

Julisa is a therapist born and raised in NYC. She is passionate about helping others through therapeutic practice in lasting and meaningful ways and enjoys working with clients to find growth opportunities in every step of their healing journey. Julisa wants clients to feel empowered and she wants to help clients achieve maximum personal development and reach their full potential. She has worked with clients of all races, ethnicities, genders, and sexualities. Julisa's therapeutic style is client-centered, culturally affirming, and incorporates CBT.

Anna specializes in treatment of varied complexities of PTSD and stress-induced mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, low self-esteem, relationship issues, as well as binge-eating. She welcomes all her clients on a healing journey of curiosity, self-discovery, and empowerment as they untangle their mind, one insight at a time!

. By integrating carefully tailored mental health modalities and clinical interventions for each client, their mental health struggles are addressed at the source. Whether working with teens, or adults, Anna’s work focuses on incorporating EMDR, Brainspotting, somatics, positive psychology, motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, Jungian modalities, Intuitive Eating, body-positivity, self-compassion, and parts work (IFS).

As a PhD in Neurocognitive Science, Anna has many years of experience in the fields of neurobiology and medicine. She is a Professor of Neurobiology & Social Change at prestigious NYU Grossman School of Medicine. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master’s degree from New York University, Anna is being practicing psychotherapy for nearly 18 years. She is a trained Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist, effectively utilizing this modality and its advanced protocols in helping clients resolve multi-faceted traumatic experiences, holds multiple professional certifications in areas of trauma work, neurodivergence, mindfulness, health and wellness, integrative approaches to psychotherapy, disordered eating, etc. She is strongly committed to the therapeutic process, deeply invested in creating social awareness that mental health matters, and firmly believes that each individual owes it to themselves to live their best life!

Anna is a multilingual, LGBTQ+ informed clinician, who was born in the former Soviet Union, experienced immigration and assimilation as a child, is a product of NYC public school system, and a proud New Yorker.

Melanie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who believes that there is a unique approach for each person tailored to accomplishing goals and experiencing personal growth.  Through the use of CBT techniques, Melanie can help you work towards changing negative and destructive thought patterns and replacing them with positive and productive ones. She has helped children and adults along a path where change is possible. 

Melanie invites you to work together to achieve the best possible you!

Tricia Sewell is a Caribbean-American Mental Health Counselor who utilizes a culturally sensitive, holistic and integrative approach in the therapeutic process. Using various techniques such as CBT, Psychodynamic and Person- Centered, Tricia connects with her clients based on their needs and goals and works with them in a warm, engaging and collaborative relationship. She has knowledge and experience in treating clients with Anxiety, Trauma, Dual Diagnosis, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem Issues, Depression, ADHD, and Bipolar disorders. Tricia understands that therapy can be the hardest step in one’s journey towards healing and welcomes all of different faiths and backgrounds who seek a safe space for them to explore different aspects of themselves, gain perspective on internal/external conflicts and experience growth towards being their most authentic self. She believes that like seeds, we all deserve a chance to grow.

Natalia provides a collaborative approach to therapy and believes that the therapist-client relationship is essential. She provides a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment, while also motivating and challenging clients to explore new perspectives. 

Natalia integrates a holistic mind, body, and emotion approach to therapy where she guides her clients to reconnect with their bodies, adaptively reorganize their autonomous nervous systems, and learn to form meaningful connections with themselves and others. Through a focus on the limbic system, mindfulness-based techniques, EMDR, and traditional cognitive talk therapy, she provides offerings that encourage growth, healing, self-confidence, and self-agency. Natalia speaks Russian. 

Irina is a Russian speaking therapist. Irina's therapeutic style is client-centered and collaborative. She sees her primary goal as creating a safe space where clients can freely express themselves, explore their feelings, and find solutions to their problems without fear of being judged. Irina believes that the key to solving problems in most cases lies in the hands of the clients themselves, and with an appropriate therapeutic approach, professional guidance, and constant support, people can recognize and discover talents and abilities in themselves that will allow them to manage stress, anxiety and other life challenges on the path to self-knowledge and personal growth. She aims to help clients overcome life's difficulties with confidence, resilience, and a sense of inner peace.

Laila believes that just like laughter is the best medicine, talking is the best thing you can do for your mind, body and soul. Let your words take over and clear your mind so it creates room for happiness and joy. Let’s solve problems together and learn about yourself and elevate your thoughts and energy. Let’s dive deep into life and expressions and just be ourselves in a nonjudgmental zone with someone who makes the effort to listen to you, so you can be heard. Let’s make that someone be Laila. Laila speak Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi and English. She is a Muslim Mental Health Therapist who is expanding and learning everyday to help make therapy a safe and engaging place for you!

Natasha is a Black American psychotherapist of Caribbean descent. She works with individuals who experience behavioral and emotional issues, such as anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, trauma, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and other emotional challenges. She also engages couples in counseling to resolve conflicts and strengthen relationships.

Natasha will offer you tools to enhance your wellbeing through a compassionate, warm, and non-judgmental therapeutic alliance by helping you to dissect, heal, and rebuild your self-image, improve interpersonal, and emotional behaviors, thus strengthening your ability to manage relationships outside of therapy. 

Natasha strives to provide holistic approaches to psychosocial care. No matter how complex your situation may seem, she is committed to helping you reach your goals in therapy and will guide you on your journey to a healthier, happier life.  

Daria is a Russian speaking Marriage and Family Therapist. She was born in Russia and moved to the US at the age of 18. She works with teenagers, individuals, and couples, helping them overcome day-to-day struggles (including individual or relationship issues) by working with thoughts and emotions. By providing a holistic approach, as well as accounting and validating client’s life experience, she assists individuals on their journey towards healing and self-discovery.

Yelena is a Mental Health Counselor who utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral, Emotionally Focused, Gestalt, and Psychodynamic.

Yelena has been trained in EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), anger management, trauma and PTSD, brainspotting, and hypnotherapy. She works with individuals and couples employing Gottman’s and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) techniques. 

Yelena is bilingual in Russian and English. 

Life can feel overwhelming at times, but you don’t have to navigate it alone.Danielle is here to support you in finding peace, clarity, and meaningful change. Together, you can create a personalized plan, working at a pace that feels comfortable for you, to help you move toward a life that feels fulfilling and satisfying. Through our work, you’ll gain tools to build resilience, regain a sense of control, and break free from past experiences or patterns that may be holding you back.

As a trauma-focused therapist, Danielle integrates both mind and body into her practice. She brings authenticity, warmth, and humor into sessions, while actively engaging with feedback and support. Her approach incorporates practical, somatic tools to help regulate emotions, calm the nervous system, process difficult memories using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and cultivate mindfulness. 

Danielle's clients are adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, boundary-setting, life transitions, relationship struggles, school/work stress, and trauma. Creating a warm, supportive space is her priority, and she is passionate about helping you heal and grow. Danielle  looks forward to the opportunity to meet and partner with you on a transformative journey! 

Kyoko is a cross-cultural Asian American therapist dedicated to creating nurturing, inclusive spaces for individuals to heal and explore their experiences and challenges. She uses a trauma-informed, equity-focused approach that integrates evidence-based modalities such as CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic Theory, and Somatic Mindfulness, tailoring therapy to each client’s unique needs and values. Kyoko has worked with children, adolescents, and adults across life stages, supporting them through anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and adjustment challenges. Her experience includes addressing relationship conflicts, multicultural identity concerns, career issues, and creative stagnation. Kyoko strives to create an inclusive space for clients of all backgrounds. Kyoko believes together, we can work toward building meaningful insights, fostering resilience, and aligning your life with your values and aspirations.

Assata Terry is a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She is passionate about providing psychoeducation, and assisting her clients with removing barriers that have prevented them from achieving their goals. Assata uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy principles and strategies, person-centered therapy, and additional therapeutic interventions to encourage personal growth and self-expression. Assata uses an Integrative approach, with a foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a holistic perspective, to guide individuals while they explore issues, gain perspective, learn effective coping skills, and create solutions that bring relief. You can expect an individualized treatment plan that includes identifying, examining, and modifying unhelpful beliefs and behaviors to achieve optimal wellness.