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Education and support for limbic system dysregulation, chronic pain, chronic illness, mystery illnesses, chronic stress, trauma, Perimenopause & Menopause-Related Anxiety, Panic, Brain Fog, ADHD, Insomnia, low energy, low motivation, weepiness, overwhelm, Mood Swings And More,
Expert Mental health care & therapy for women
The rhythm of New York City can be intense, and women navigating this fast pace are often also managing high levels of stress, limbic system impairment, dysregulated nervous system, and chronic health challenges in a medical system that regularly fails them. I offer Highly individualized women’s Therapy for the management of chronic stress, Chronic or complex Illnesses, chronic pain, mystery illnesses, perimenopause, and menopause transitions, leading to empowerment and enhanced quality of life.
Women face unique challenges that can make them more vulnerable to both mental health issues and chronic physical conditions. Women facing a combination of chronic stress, trauma, chronic illnesses, complex or "mystery" illnesses, chronic pain, and hormonal transitions are particularly vulnerable to developing mental health issues like depression and anxiety. Conversely, mental health problems and unresolved trauma can also increase the risk of chronic physical health conditions. The interplay between mental, emotional, and physical health is particularly pronounced in women due to biological, psychological, and social factors. When women engage with therapy and their support systems, their health and quality of life improve. Such support offers indispensable tools for effectively helping women manage the intricacies of chronic pain and medical conditions.
How Can Psychologists & Other Mental Health Professionals Help You With Your Struggles?
Mental health professionals are often the first point of contact for struggling women and experts in helping people cope with the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that accompany chronic stress, pain and illness. Patients with chronic pain and illness may be referred to mental health professionals by other health care providers. They can help you accept and better manage your pain and suffering using a range of helpful therapeutic modalities, working alongside your medical care team.
Factors Contributing to Increased Vulnerability in Women:
Chronic Stress
Chronic stress can be a significant risk factor for both physical and mental health problems. Women are more likely than men to experience chronic stress related to caregiving responsibilities, work-life balance, financial pressures, and social expectations. Chronic stress activates the body’s fight-or-flight response, and when this state persists, it can lead to long-term health problems:
Mental Health Impact - Prolonged stress can lead to anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances.
Physical Health Impact - Chronic stress has been linked to heart disease, high blood pressure, weakened immune function, gastrointestinal issues, and a range of other chronic illnesses.
Trauma and Unresolved Emotional Pain
Women are disproportionately affected by certain types of trauma, including sexual and domestic violence, childhood abuse, and emotional neglect. Unresolved trauma can deeply affect both mental and physical health. Trauma may cause:
Mental Health Issues - Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and mood disorders.
Physical Health Impact - Trauma is associated with higher rates of chronic pain, autoimmune diseases, digestive issues, and even cardiovascular problems. The physiological effects of trauma can influence the brain's stress response, which can impact the rest of the body.
Chronic Illness, Complex Illness, and Mystery Illness
Women are more likely than men to suffer from a variety of chronic, complex, or poorly understood illnesses (often referred to as "mystery illnesses"). Conditions like fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), autoimmune diseases, and endometriosis can be particularly challenging for women, both because they are often underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed, and because the symptoms can overlap with mental health conditions like anxiety and depression.
Physical Health Impact - These conditions may involve chronic pain, fatigue, digestive problems, and neurological symptoms. The lack of understanding and validation of these conditions often leads to frustration, isolation, and mental health struggles.
Mental Health Impact - The constant struggle to manage symptoms, often in the face of skepticism, medical gaslighting, or misunderstanding from healthcare providers and loved ones, can lead to feelings of hopelessness, depression, and anxiety. The fear of not being believed or receiving inadequate care can also exacerbate emotional distress.
Chronic Pain
Chronic pain, whether due to conditions like arthritis, endometriosis, fibromyalgia, or neuropathy, is not only physically debilitating but also psychologically taxing. Women with chronic pain often experience:
Mental Health Impact - Chronic pain is closely linked to depression, anxiety, and feelings of helplessness. Pain can create a vicious cycle: physical pain leads to emotional distress, which, in turn, can make the pain seem worse or harder to manage.
Physical Health Impact - Chronic pain can interfere with sleep, exercise, and daily activities, leading to further physical deconditioning and exacerbating both physical and emotional symptoms.
Hormonal Transitions
Women undergo several significant hormonal transitions throughout life that can affect both physical and mental health:
Puberty - The hormonal shifts during puberty can trigger mood swings, anxiety, and depression, especially in girls who are predisposed to these conditions.
Pregnancy and Postpartum - Pregnancy brings about dramatic hormonal changes, and some women experience postpartum depression (PPD) after childbirth, characterized by extreme sadness, anxiety, and mood disturbances.
Perimenopause and Menopause - The decline in estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone levels during perimenopause and menopause can contribute to mood swings, irritability, anxiety, and depression. Many women report an increase in sleep disturbances, hot flashes, and physical discomfort, just a few of the many symptoms related to hormonal transitions, all of which can exacerbate emotional distress.
Medical Illnesses and Their Intersections with Mental Health
Chronic and complex illnesses often do not exist in isolation—they may interact with each other, making diagnosis and treatment more complicated. For example:
Cancer
Long Covid & Post-Vaccination Syndrome (PVS)
Chronic & Complex Illness (including ME/CFS, POTS, EDS, MCAS, histamine intolerance, dysautonomia, etc.)
Fibromyalgia
Hormonal dysregulation or deficiency
Autoimmune disorders (Hashimoto’s, Sjogren’s, and Rheumatoid Arthritis, as examples)
Gastrointestinal/microbiome health (SIBO, IBS)
Gut/brain disorders
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Neuropathic pain
Headache and migraine conditions
Endometriosis, PCOS, CPID, and other women’s health conditions
The Bidirectional Relationship Between women’s Mental and Physical Health
There’s a complex bidirectional relationship between mental and physical health, where one exacerbates the other. Women experiencing unresolved trauma or mental health disorders like anxiety or depression are at greater risk for developing chronic health problems due to:
Chronic Stress - As noted earlier, mental health issues can cause chronic stress, which in turn can worsen physical health conditions.
Limbic System Impairment, Dysregulated Nervous System, Inflammation, and Immune Dysregulation - Psychological stress and trauma have been shown to increase inflammation in the body and impair the nervous system, which can worsen conditions like autoimmune diseases and chronic pain.
Disrupted Sleep - Both physical pain and mental health disorders like anxiety and depression can lead to disrupted sleep patterns, further contributing to fatigue and reduced immune function.
Addressing the Whole Person in individualized women’s therapy
Given the interconnectedness of physical and mental health, women dealing with these challenges benefit from a holistic, integrated approach to care. A multidisciplinary team of healthcare providers—including medical doctors, mental health professionals, and complementary therapists—can address these conditions' physical and psychological aspects. Here are some key strategies:
Integrated Care - Combining physical and mental health treatments is crucial. For example, a woman with chronic pain may benefit from both pain management treatments (such as physical therapy or medication) and psychotherapy (such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or trauma-focused therapy).
Trauma-Informed Care - For women with unresolved trauma, trauma-informed care that recognizes the link between emotional trauma and physical illness is vital.
Lifestyle Adjustments - Exercise, stress management, mindfulness, and healthy eating can all support both physical and mental health. Practices like yoga or meditation are particularly helpful for reducing stress and improving mood.
Support Systems - Building strong social support networks and seeking out peer support groups can provide emotional validation and reduce the sense of isolation that often accompanies chronic illness and mental health struggles.
The intersection of chronic stress, illness, trauma, and mental health in women is complex and deeply impactful. Addressing these issues requires a compassionate, multifaceted approach that considers both physical and emotional health. If you’re working with someone going through these challenges—or if you’re navigating them yourself—it’s essential to approach the situation with patience, understanding, and a commitment to holistic care. Women struggling with chronic illness might lead to feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. It can interfere with your relationships and result in feelings of loneliness. Working with an experienced therapist who specializes in treating individuals with chronic illnesses can help you lead a full and meaningful life. Here are some examples of how your therapist might help you:
Learn coping skills for reducing depression, anxiety, ADHD and other symptoms
Provide a safe space for you to process your feelings and emotions related to your illness
Increase your capacity to engage in the activities and relationships that are meaningful to you
Support you to advocate for yourself and adhere to your treatment plan
Develop your social support system
Help you accept your illness without letting it define you
Help you reduce anxiety about medical settings and treatment
Resolve your medical trauma
Address unresolved trauma that may be a root cause of your illness(s)
Develop self-care strategies and boundaries that support your health
Provide referrals for psychiatric providers when necessary to help manage co-occurring mental health problems
Chronic conditions, Hormones & women’s individualized Mental Health Counseling FAQs
How do I find an experienced therapist who specializes in chronic health concerns, and peri & menopausal mental health in NY & NYC? Checking Google & Psychology Today, many Manhattan therapists specialize in women’s mental health. And, zooming out, many talented and skilled therapists in New York State can work with you virtually. It’s wise to choose someone who has a focus on the hormonal changes that impact mental health at menopause. Therapists typically do not receive education and training on the ways hormones impact mental health. Generally, it is limited to postpartum depression. Therapists with experience in this area will likely continue gaining valuable ongoing education on hormonal mental health as they seek to update their skills. About half of my practice is dedicated to high-functioning women, especially those entering mid-life transitions, the other half is devoted to general psychotherapy practice with men, women, couples, and trauma resolution.
How does counseling for chronic illness, hormone, and women’s mental health concerns work? After intake and some time where I've had a chance to get to know you and understand your unique challenges, we’ll establish goals for supportive therapy and get started working toward those goals. I am always happy to make referrals to providers who can run the necessary tests to support and enhance your ongoing care.
How long will I need to be in therapy? You’re interested in understanding and gaining valuable information about changes in your body, nervous system, and brain. Much of our work together will help you optimize your lifestyle habits and gain valuable self-care tools and other practices that support optimal mental health and nervous system healing. My goal is to give you the necessary tools so that you do not need therapy and counseling forever.
Do you offer sexual counseling for women with libido and other difficulties related to chronic pain, illness, and low hormones? There are many reasons that you may struggle with intimacy and sex at this time. Some reasons are related to health symptoms, life stressors, unresolved trauma, and relationship dynamics that become problematic during this time. As a high-functioning woman, your life is challenging because you are naturally juggling a lot, and chronic pain, chronic illness, and hormonal depletion tend to leave you feeling less resilient. Of course, hormonal deficiency is a major player when it comes to libido and the physical manifestations of genitourinary syndrome of menopause. You do not have to accept suffering as these conditions are highly treatable with hormones and other strategies.
How will we know if our counseling sessions are working? There are many aspects of your life that we can work to resolve, such as old trauma wounds and finding ways to optimize your physical and mental health. Whatever needs you bring to counseling and coaching, we’ll keep tracking your progress, discussing any roadblocks and how to address those roadblocks, etc. You will also have the opportunity to provide feedback as to what’s working and what’s not working during our time together. As you advance in women’s counseling, we will determine the appropriate frequency for sessions, whether that’s weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or discontinuing. Our most important task together is to get you feeling better, whether that means medication, hormonal support, lifestyle modifications, or some combination so that you have the freedom to re-engage in your life and relationships with greater happiness, ease, and clarity.
Hormonal transitions impacting Women’s mental health
Mental health providers are often the first point of contact for women struggling with hormone-related mental health concerns. I offer Assessment & guidance to support the Optimal Mental health of women in their mid-life and beyond, because your therapist, psychologist, or doctors may not fully understand the menopausal transition and the global impact it has on your whole-body well-being. psychologists And other licensed mental health professionals can help women during this time through psychoeducation, evidence-based interventions, lifestyle interventions, treating cognitive symptoms, assessing sexual health, and health care provider referrals.
Hormonal transitions are a time when pre-existing mental health challenges like anxiety and depression can worsen. Many women enter therapy because of new symptoms related to a change in their hormonal status. Neurotransmitter levels can be directly affected by changes and the depletion of sex hormones. I partner with my NY counseling clients to help them become their best health advocates and feel empowered as they navigate the confusing and often outdated information they receive from their medical providers regarding menopause. If your mental health status has changed alongside your hormones, speaking to an experienced and informed mental health professional is essential.
If your doctor tells you that your new and disturbing symptoms are “normal and just part of getting older,” please fire that doctor, and find one who is trained to value your need for knowledge and the quality of your life going forward. You have a right to be fully informed and to make wise decisions about your health and mental well-being. If your doctor is not up-to-date, and most are not, it’s time to find a hormone expert to help you through this journey. You may also need to empower yourself with research and learn to advocate for yourself.
How do women’s hormonal changes impact wellbeing?
Hormones impact all aspects of your well-being, including your mental health. This is the case from the onset of puberty, pregnancy, and beyond menopause. If you are approaching mid-life you may notice changes in your energy, mood, and general health and well-being. Many women, often beginning mid to late 30’s, begin to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, irritability, insomnia, brain fog, low energy, and so much more. This time of life is called peri-menopause and can last 10-15 years before their cycles end. The impact of deficient and erratic hormones is system-wide, with at least 35+ (some would say as many as 100+) changes occurring. As a licensed mental health provider, I see women who present in therapy with anxiety, panic, insomnia, depression, and overwhelm. Sadly, most are dismissed by their gynecologists or primary care doctors. Yes of course they have other stressors in their lives but their resilience has changed because of hormonal changes and depletion. Too many women suffer needlessly during this transition; there is not enough research, education, and validation for this very real struggle.
How do hormones impact women’s mental health?
Women have receptors for sex hormones throughout the body and brain, and neurotransmitters are directly impacted by the changes and depletion of hormones. We know that estrogen has protective effects against psychotic symptoms of schizophrenia because of its modulating effect on neurotransmitters, especially dopamine. Some women have their first presentation of schizophrenia at menopause. It makes sense that many women develop mental health symptoms, or have an existing condition exacerbated with hormonal surges, fluctuations, and depletion. Postpartum depression is the result of the dramatic decline in estrogen and progesterone following delivery. It’s an important and timely discussion for women to have with their doctors, who may or may not understand this unfortunately. It’s important to pay attention to what’s happening in your body.
Like many mental health professionals, I learned very little about the impact of hormones on mental health in graduate school and beyond. Psychologists and mental health professionals are often the first line of contact for women who are suffering from hormonal changes and yet they are woefully undereducated about hormone transitions. Most women who present to their doctors with mental health concerns at this time of life are sent home with a prescription for CBT therapy, antidepressants, and other drugs that do not address the root cause of their struggles. Rarely is hormonal supplementation discussed as an option to restore neurotransmitter functioning.
Even though menopause is not considered a disorder or disease state, it sure can feel like it for many women who suffer symptoms related to a hormonal life-phase.
A mental health expert who is hormone savvy can provide you with an assessment and resources, so you can feel well before, during, and in the years that follow menopause. As a licensed mental health professional with a private practice in Manhattan, I see many women who begin to have complaints, feel “off” or struggle with anxiety and depression. Many women seek treatment and have their first presentation of anxiety, depression, insomnia, and difficulty coping around the time of perimenopause and menopause, whether natural, premature, or medically induced after a hysterectomy or chemotherapy. Sadly, the medical profession has been slow to make these important connections for women, largely because women’s health is under-researched, and women experience shame as a result of our youth-obsessed culture, therefore, they suffer in silence. Women are becoming informed (perhaps social media plays a part), and learning to advocate for their health and well-being. Suffering as a result of “medical gaslighting” and tolerating suffering is no longer an option for women who prioritize and desire a more satisfying quality of life.
Are you struggling with mental health challenges such as anxiety, Panic, brain fog, insomnia and mood swings as you enter perimenopause or menopause?
Perimenopause and menopause naturally occur for all women between the ages of 40 to 55. It also occurs prematurely in young women, and medically, as a result of hysterectomy and/or chemotherapy. As ovaries begin to fail, women experience a depletion in the female reproductive hormones estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. It is believed that seventy percent of women experience these changes in their 40s. These women are likely raising families, taking care of elderly parents and/or working. Some common symptoms include anxiety, depression, insomnia, brain fog, and memory issues, all of which have a negative emotional and psychological effect on the quality of their lives. It’s not just estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone that declines at this time. Many other important hormonal systems are disrupted during this very stressful time, including changes in cortisol, thyroid, and more.
Common complaints at medical menopause, premature menopause, perimenopause, menopause and the years beyond the transition: (You may have none of these, some, many, or nearly all)
Hot flashes, flushes, night sweats and/or cold flashes, clammy feeling
Irregular heartbeat
Irritability
Mood swings, sudden tears
Trouble sleeping through the night (with or without night sweats)
Irregular periods; shorter, lighter periods; heavier periods, flooding; phantom periods, shorter cycles, longer cycles
Loss of libido
Dry vagina
Crashing fatigue
Anxiety, feeling ill at ease
Feelings of dread, apprehension, doom
Difficulty concentrating, disorientation, mental confusion
Disturbing memory lapses
Incontinence, especially upon sneezing, laughing; urge incontinence
Itchy, crawly skin
Aching, sore joints, muscles and tendons
Increased tension in muscles
Breast tenderness
Headache change: increase or decrease
Gastrointestinal distress, indigestion, flatulence, gas pain, nausea
Sudden bouts of bloat
Depression
Exacerbation of existing conditions
Increase in allergies
Weight gain
Hair loss or thinning, of head, pubic, or whole body; increase in facial hair
Dizziness, light-headedness, episodes of loss of balance
Changes in body odor
Electric shock sensation under the skin and in the head
Tingling in the extremities
Gum problems, increased bleeding
Burning tongue, burning roof of mouth
Osteoporosis (after several years)
Changes in fingernails: softer, crack or break easier
Tinnitus: ringing in ears, bells, 'whooshing,' buzzing etc.
Accelerated aging
(Symptom excerpt from Project Aware)
Do all women suffer mental heath changes at menopause?
No, not all women suffer during hormonal transitions. Women are impacted by hormones throughout their lifespan, and yet many suffer in silence, sometimes for decades, without fully understanding that the quality of their lives could be improved by making lifestyle changes and even replacing sex hormones. For some women, the change in hormonal status is a minor inconvenience, for others, these hormonal changes are life-altering—affecting self-worth, mental health, physical well-being, professional endeavors, and relationships.
The suffering is real, it is not in your head, and you shouldn’t feel gaslit by your doctor. If your doctor is misinformed, lazy, or a dinosaur and disregards your very real symptoms, find another up-to-date provider. Your doctor may also be operating from the very flawed Women’s Health Initiative study (which did more harm to women’s health!). Currently, we have modern, safe, and effective treatment options that offer women increased vitality, good health, and quality of life. Options such as natural safe hormones, herbs, acupuncture, and seeking counseling or psychiatric support as needed can restore vitality and well-being.
Can therapy help improve my mental health during menopause and hormone-related transitions?
Therapy with a mental health professional who understands the role of reproductive hormones on the brain and body can help premenopausal and menopausal women feel better and find supportive solutions, whether finding an expert to help you replenish your hormones or develop supportive lifestyle changes. Many women who do not wish to replace hormones may benefit from a referral to a psychiatric provider for medication. Research suggests that CBT can help manage night sweats and hot flashes to some degree by making some practical modifications. CBT also helps women manage negative thoughts and emotions that surface at this time. Gaining support for lifestyle changes and resources is an integral part of menopause counseling and coaching.
What happens to our hormone levels before, during and after menopause?
It is important to understand that as women go through menopause, the levels of estrogen (estradiol & estrone), progesterone, and to a lesser extent, testosterone decrease. This decrease can lead to changes in the brain and nervous system, which may result in symptoms such as anxiety, irritability, and depression in many women. However, not all women experience these symptoms. While the body still requires estrogen, it will never have the same amount of estradiol as it did in youth. During menopause, the ovaries continue to produce small amounts of estrogen in their reduced state, and the adrenals and fat cells also contribute by converting or creating estrogen through the enzyme aromatase. In post-menopause, hormone levels are significantly lower compared to pre-menopause, with estrone being the primary estrogen. Many believe that this reduction in estrogen levels post-menopause may be a factor in the weight gain that some women experience, as the body attempts to compensate for the reduced levels of estrogen.
What is the link between menopause and depression, and is it normal to feel anxious or depressed during hormonal transitions?
Because of changes in hormones and brain chemicals, many women develop mood symptoms, as well as anxiety and panic disorder, and will be helped to seek mental health counseling, lifestyle coaching, or psychiatric support. A licensed therapist can be a resource for you at this time and even make an appropriate referral. Menopause-related depression symptoms include changes in eating and sleeping patterns, loss of interest in life activities, difficulty functioning properly at work or in your daily life, and feelings of sadness. Depression at this time may develop if you have: a prior history of depression, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia, a history of postpartum depression, or struggled with PMS or PMDD. Lifestyle factors such as alcohol misuse, poor sleep hygiene, poor nutrition, lack of exercise, and high levels of unmanaged stress
What about mood swings at perimenopause and menopause?
Yes, women complain about mood swings during hormonal changes, which are exacerbated by difficulty sleeping due to increased anxiety, depression, and changes in body temperature, aka hot flashes.
When should I seek mental health counseling help during menopause?
It’s time to seek mental help when your anxiety or depression impacts your everyday life, work, and relationships. Finding help sooner rather than later is the best course of action. Here are some signs that you need to see a mental health professional: suicidal thoughts, depression daily for more than two weeks, difficulty coping, and feeling alone with your struggle.
How will I know if it’s menopause or something else?
It’s not always easy to tease out what’s going on. Complaints are typically increased anxiety, mood instability, irritability, inability to handle the demands of their life, and sometimes even psychosis. Women also have other competing stressors in their lives, such as caretaking, relationship demands, work, and raising children, but a declining hormone system can certainly contribute to a lack of vitality, energy, and resilience. A knowledgeable hormone specialist can do a baseline test, and follow-up testing to help you track your experience. Fortunately, working with a licensed mental health practitioner who is educated about how sex hormones impact neurotransmitters and many other systems in the body, can help you struggle less, feel supported, and help you decide if hormones or natural remedies are the next step.
Some other common reasons women seek Holistic Psychotherapy at this time in their lives?
Women seek therapy and counseling for various reasons as they deal with unique psychological and emotional challenges throughout their lives. Modern women often struggle to find time to pursue creative passions and activities that provide them with much-needed nourishment for the spirit and soul. Many women may appear put together on the outside, but internally, they struggle. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, extremely stressed, experiencing role changes, anxiety, infertility, postpartum depression, or mood issues related to hormonal shifts, know that you are not alone, and there is no shame in seeking help. Mid-life also brings unique challenges for women, such as caring for aging parents, children leaving for college or experiencing an empty nest, and changes in job status. When women also face changes in hormones, they may feel generally unwell and less resilient, making it even more challenging to cope with life transitions and changes.
let’s address Women’s Professional Burnout
Like most high-functioning, successful women, you are likely struggling with limbic system impairment and a dysregulated nervous system because of high levels of stress or unresolved traumas. Your Body Is exquisitely Designed To Heal. Don’t Work Against Its Natural Wisdom…
Professional burnout is a common presenting complaint for many high-achieving women and the reason many successful, hardworking professional women seek therapy. How to know if you are struggling with burnout? Initially, women experience apathy, exhaustion, or a sense of overwhelm before more serious problems surface. There are also many reasons one might experience burnout, not limited to excessive striving and the pressure to achieve, perfectionistic tendencies, financial demands, or a competitive type-A personality. Understanding your style and the reasons you feel unwell can help you restore balance, improve well-being, and create a healthier work-life balance.
What Follows Are Some Classic Signs Of Professional Burnout in women:
Apathy and detachment
Dread and anxiety
Physical and emotional exhaustion
Chronic fatigue
Changes in appetite
Increase in substance use or abuse
Insomnia and sleep issues
Physical or somatic complaints such as palpitations, panic attacks, headaches, gastrointestinal complaints, dizziness
Impaired immune functioning and frequent illness
Impaired attention, concentration, and forgetfulness
Relationship issues
Detachment from relationships
Anger, tension, and irritability
Acting out
Feeling less effective
Feeling trapped or "stuck"
Sadness, isolation, pessimism, hopelessness, depression
Lack of productivity and decreased performance
Wellness Coaching & Self-Care Practices for women
Many NYC women suffer from limbic system impairment and a dysregulated nervous system, chronic pain, somatic symptoms, and health issues that may be rooted in energetic blocks and neglected emotional suffering. We know that trauma at all levels tends to remain "stuck" in the brain, nervous system, and body as unprocessed feelings, emotions, and experiences.
A dysregulated nervous system is often expressed as body symptoms such as anxiety, depression, difficult-to-treat disease, and chronic pain. A special interest of mine is to provide individualized wellness therapy to help support women in identifying feelings and emotions, as well as understand how the body speaks loudly to express the trauma. Clients can overcome blocks to optimal health and understand self-destructive habits that have become life-altering obstacles to well-being. I view well-being as an opportunity to heal from the inside out—this means addressing the root cause of disease and suffering, not just attending to symptoms. Working with a wellness model, together we will identify areas of need, and I will support you through the healing journey
Self-care is not selfish or indulgent; it is the ability to attend to one's own emotional needs. It involves setting boundaries with others and managing feelings such as anxiety, anger, and sadness. This is important for addressing one’s more complex needs, even when it can be challenging due to the demands of your busy life, or the needs and actions of others.
Society, as well as friends, family, and employers, have demands and expectations of women; we have learned to subjugate our own needs in an attempt to please and care for others. In the mental health field, women with low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, dependency issues, and codependency fail to care for themselves, often until it's too late and they become sick. Some examples of women’s chronic health conditions that benefit from self-care support and advocacy are the following: Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or CFS, arthritis, MS, Lupus, asthma, obesity, hypertension, diabetes, Lyme disease, autoimmune thyroid disorders (Hashimoto's & Graves), depression, IBS and diseases of aging as a few examples.
Conventional medicine rarely addresses the root causes of many of these chronic conditions and treats only the symptoms. A whole-body approach gives women in therapy the choice to make radical lifestyle changes that may actually cure these common diseases or, at least, greatly reduce symptoms and suffering. The failure to care for oneself due to wanting to please or care for others, such as in a codependent relationship, or the case of overly demanding family members, can indicate some difficulty in setting boundaries, identity, and self-image.
How can Professional Burnout counseling benefit and support women’s optimal mental health?
Maintaining motivation and staying focused on personal goals
Support for creating healthy and safe boundaries for self and others
Support for maintaining the energy, passion, and desire for healthy relationships
Help for engaging in activities and relationships that replace the desire to use drugs or engage in harmful behaviors
Self-empowerment and learning to ask for help as needed
Identifying needs and learning to connect to inner guidance
Creating self-care practices that nourish the mind and body
Support in identifying and managing cravings and triggers
Learning to "own" actions and take responsibility in relationships and with behaviors
Celebrating important gains and achievements
Feeling empowered to make healthy choices
Support with structure, activities, exercise, nutrition, socializing, and sleep hygiene
Maintaining hope and staying positive during the recovery process
Help with learning to be present, tolerate discomfort, and live in the present moment
Create a practice of awareness, acceptance, gratitude, self-compassion, and change
Helping high-functioning women Find balance
As a high-achieving New Yorker, you feel the pressure to be a certain way. and that pressure can exact a price. therapy can help women feel confident, authentic and empowered. are you ready to stop making yourself small for others’ comfort? learn to set healthier boundaries around your energy and time and invest in your wellness without apologizing! Holistic Psychotherapy & Wellness Manhattan can help women create a realistic and sustainable vision of success—personally (wife, partner, mom, daughter, friend) and professionally—without subjugating and sacrificing important parts of the self! You have the option to have sessions via phone or Telehealth online.
Therapy can help you find peace, confidence, and happiness with the person you are.
You're setting standards that make you feel like you're not "enough." You compare yourself to other women on social media and set them as your expectations. And you find yourself feeling defeated when things don't work out the way you want them to.
You want to be a high-powered businesswoman who goes to the gym, goes out with friends, goes on vacation, has a successful career, and is happy with her body. The woman who has it all and juggles it successfully. That's a lot of pressure to put on yourself and you know this isn't realistic. But you find yourself still striving for this ideal.
Modern women struggle to make time to pursue creative passions and endeavors that would provide much-needed spirit and soul nourishment. You deserve to create the life that you desire. If you find yourself struggling in so many areas, and that's not happening, therapy for women can give you the support to break through blocks and obstacles. Women seek therapy and counseling for many reasons as they face unique psychological and emotional challenges throughout their lifespan. Many women present to the outside world as “together,” yet, on the inside, they struggle. If you find yourself experiencing overwhelm, extreme stress, role changes, anxiety, infertility, postpartum depression, or mood issues related to hormonal shifts or menopause, you are not alone. Feeling “undeserving” and “not enough” is a common theme expressed by women in therapy. Overwhelmed with perfectionism and demands, women of all ages frequently wrestle with an internal voice that is harsh, unforgiving, and pervasive.
Therapy can help you know your worth in the world, and finally believe that you are enough!
Women are invalidated throughout development, with many negative messages stemming from society and culture. Social media has created an even more toxic environment for women as they strive to keep up. It is an illusion that everyone else is thriving and achieving; you may be measuring yourself against branding and a carefully curated life that does not exist.
Some common Concerns NYC women bring to therapy sessions:
Anxiety and worry
Depression, feeling down, and chronic sadness
Feeling unhappy
Relationship challenges
Dating and attracting the wrong people
Stress and difficulty managing stress
Feeling overwhelmed
Feeling stuck in life
Repeating patterns, habits, and behaviors that create distress
Insecurity about self-worth
Pressures related to parenting
Difficult family background
Desire to improve your current relationship
Desire to find and attract the right partner
Unresolved trauma
Sadness over past events and relationships
Getting separated or divorced
Challenges of co-parenting with your ex
Take up space in the world, Face your life-Challenges, have more confidence at work
Positive outcomes of working together in therapy
Feeling relief from anxiety and depression
Worrying less
Breaking old relational patterns
Attracting your ideal partner
Achieving a successful relationship
Creating better work-life balance
Experiencing less stress and tension
Improved self-esteem
Changing old familiar patterns
Getting unstuck
Greater self-confidence
Freeing yourself from the past
Feeling hopeful about the future
Feeling authentic and finding “true self”
Improved self-esteem
Co-parenting smoothly with your ex
Feeling successful in life
Many NYC women present to the world as if they are thriving, yet in reality, they suffer greatly. Helping you feel whole, vital, and balanced is our work together.
Many women would agree that, from the outside, their lives appear to run smoothly, and yet they feel unhappy and unfulfilled. They may not always know what’s wrong, but they feel trapped, stuck, and unable to make changes. Women can feel disempowered and trapped in patterns and roles, unable to experience authenticity and autonomy. Women, often caretakers and nurturers, neglect their own “self” needs to a punishing degree, feeling shame for having and expressing needs.
Effective therapy for women should focus on empowerment and overall health and well-being. Working with an emotional health expert can support you to create a healthier work/life balance, learning effective stress management skills and coping strategies, and set boundaries for yourself and others.
Women’s Therapy & Mentoring Sessions can help:
Relationship dissatisfaction, recovering from infidelity and betrayal, blocks to intimacy and trust, healing from break-ups or divorce, divorce transition, dating again
Feeling “not enough” or “unworthy of love”
Fear of abandonment in relationships, losing “self” in relationships, and boundary problems
Repeating patterns such as finding “unavailable” partners, co-dependency
Body image issues and concerns, dissociation
Difficulties communicating needs and desires
Overcoming loss, unresolved grief
Trauma resolution
Aging, transitions
Owning shadow aspects of yourself
Repressed anger and rage
Role and identity, career concerns
PCOS, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, autoimmune disorders, thyroid disorders, nutrition deficits that impact mood, hormonal struggles, weight concerns
Post-menopause, perimenopause, post-pregnancy, hormone imbalance
Sexual problems, inability to orgasm, pain during sex, sex drive concerns, sexual compulsivity, sexual fear and aversion, shame related to sexuality, recovering from negative experiences, reclaiming sexuality after abuse, recovering from childhood sexual abuse, assault, violence, harassment, religious and cultural concerns, gender non-conforming, queer, transgender, LGBTQ+, kink, fetish, BDSM, sexual orientation, bisexuality, alternate lifestyle, poly lifestyle, open relationships
How can psychotherapy & wellness Manhattan help You?
Therapy sessions are a confidential space for women to express anything and everything that is a source of stress and distress. Women-focused counseling offers a safe space for you to talk about your real needs and all the places that cause you pain and suffering. Helping you connect to your “true self” does not have to feel threatening to other parts of your life. It can enhance other aspects, such as parenting and your relationships. It can also give you the support and courage to release all the areas that no longer serve you.
What gets in your way of having the life you desire?
There is this “part” of you that seems to interfere with your ability to have the life that you desire. You are not alone. We all have an inner “saboteur” that causes setbacks, and even self-destruction. Because this part is unconscious, the saboteur within you frequently runs the show. To protect you from shame, disappointment, and other things, it triggers failure before success has a chance. Therapy can help you get to know this part of you, and give it a name. Psychotherapy with integrated IFS parts work and EMDR can help you have a better relationship with your inner saboteur, and this process can be transformative for you.
Whatever you want to call your inner saboteur, we are talking about a system of coping and adaptation. Therapists who regularly use the IFS model work with these “parts” within each person’s behavioral system, as the parts actively interfere with or sabotage the achievement of a more successful and meaningful life. To experience success in therapy, our parts need to be effectively identified and managed with curiosity, compassion, and care. These parts, the ones that hold experiences like images, thoughts, feelings, fear, and the other parts that were once protective, are now no longer needed to keep you safe.
How do we work with self-sabotage in therapy sessions?
Integrating IFS into therapy sessions can help you work directly with the hidden agenda of the parts, moving you swiftly through the conflict, stuck-ness, and gridlock. IFS can also elegantly and seamlessly be integrated with EMDR for super-charged coaching to help “stuck” clients become less frozen in their past. My training in Internal Family Systems or IFS, along with my long history of successfully using EMDR with therapy and coaching, allows me to help you move through these stuck areas, that may have something to do with your past—but we don’t have to linger there for long.
When it comes to intimacy and sex, you deserve to embody your sexuality and enjoy passionate pursuits. Intimacy and vulnerability can be accessed in ways that can be transformative for your life and can generalize to your friendships and romance.
These are some common concerns and themes that we can explore together in therapy:
Blocks to intimacy and trust
Co-dependency and losing “self” in relationships
Fear of abandonment in relationships
Body image issues and concerns
Difficulties communicating needs and desires
Role, identity, subjugation of self
Overcoming loss, unresolved grief
Dissociation and numbness
Boundary concerns
Owning shadow aspects of yourself
Repressed anger and rage
Sex drive concerns, inability to orgasm, and painful sex
Sexual fear and aversion
Shame related to sexuality, sexual fear, and aversion
Career and work/life balance
Generalized anxiety and chronic worry
Depression, postpartum depression, pre-menopause, menopause
Unresolved trauma
Aging and difficult transitions
Family, parenting, and co-parenting
Healing from break-ups or divorce
Infidelity and betrayal trauma
Divorce transition and dating again
Relationship dissatisfaction, married and unfulfilled
Repeating patterns such as finding “unavailable” partners
Chronic Fatigue, fibromyalgia, thyroid disease
Feeling whole again after childhood sexual abuse, assault, violence, harassment
Work-Life Balance
Time is a precious commodity in today’s chaotic and demanding society. developing the skills to honor your need for work-life balance is an essential element of psychotherapy.
Finding work-life balance can be a constant struggle, especially for women living and working in New York City. For working professionals and stay-at-home moms, it can be difficult to prioritize self-care and personal needs, goals, and desires. Because of the internet, many jobs demand that you are also responsive during your off hours which is an added stressor. With stress-filled careers, commuting, and the added demands of friends and family, it’s easy to understand why many women struggle—feeling wired, tired, and overwhelmed. I work with women seeking therapy who live and work in the New York City area, offering online therapy or telemedicine.
About NYC Women’s Therapy
This practice provides a range of psychological & wellness services in NYC and throughout NY state. The goal is to individualize treatment to your unique physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs. I have experience working with a broad range of symptoms and approaches in psychotherapy, including but not limited to EMDR Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Holistic Mind-Body Medicine. Therapy begins with a therapeutic consultation, where you will gather a wealth of information about your difficulties. Many people feel better after the first session. The initial consultation also lays the groundwork for future treatment as we determine the best modalities to help you heal.
NYC Women’s Therapist With Nearly 20 Years Of Experience
This practice offers supportive, compassionate, and comprehensive care, staying current on research related to mental health. My goal is to use my expertise and extensive training to get you back to living your life as quickly as possible.
Book An Appointment For NYC Women’s Therapy Today
Book an appointment directly or text 212-529-8292 to get started. Integrative Psychotherapy & Wellness Manhattan can help you with your healing journey guiding you towards optimal mental health.
Exquisitely-Tailored Therapy & Experienced Guidance
You are a unique human, and your therapy should reflect your need for Compassion, agency, change, responsiveness and empowerment. Our work together will include:
Increasing your energy and vitality
Improving and balancing your mood
Managing your stress and anxiety
Improving your motivation and focus
Managing your movement, nutrition and sleep needs
Reducing or eliminating unnecessary medications when desired
Healing Modalities Used In This NYC Therapy & Wellness Practice
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Psychodynamic psychotherapy, also known as Insight-oriented therapy, is based on the theory that by increasing awareness of our unconscious drives, conflicts and experiences, we can live less reflexively and more consciously, creating new life… MORE
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-oriented type of talk therapy. It can help patients manage mental health concerns, such as anxiety, PTSD and depression. It focuses on modifying dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, thoughts… MORE
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences. EMDR Therapy uses bilateral stimulation to help people process… MORE
Internal Family Systems
Internal Family Systems is a powerfully transformative and evidence-based model of psychotherapy that focuses on our multiple inner parts that contain valuable information, and our core Self that knows how to heal and integrate for wellbeing… MORE
Somatic Experiencing
SE is a body-oriented therapeutic model that helps heal trauma and other stress disorders. It is a multi-disciplinary study of stress physiology, psychology, ethology, biology, neuroscience, indigenous healing practices, and medical biophysics… MORE
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
SFBT concentrates on finding solutions in the present and exploring one’s hope for the future in order to find a quick and practical resolution of one’s problems. This method takes the approach that you know what you need to do to improve your… MORE
About Holistic Psychotherapy & Wellness Manhattan
I’ve been in the holistic wellness & psychology field for nearly twenty years. As a licensed psychotherapist with a private psychotherapy practice in New York City, I blend what I’ve found to be the most effective practices in psychology, neurobiology, attachment, alternative medicine, nutrition, coaching, and mind-body medicine practices. I believe that lasting change and transformation is possible when given the right tools to thrive. I’ve received extensive training and certification in a range of innovative, effective, and evidence-based therapies to offer comprehensive care.
As a holistic psychotherapist, I believe it’s important to address the root cause of emotional and somatic suffering. As a trauma-trained therapist, I am influenced by humanist and existential philosophy, relational theory, attachment theory, psychoanalytic concepts, mindfulness, and somatic, mind, and body psychology. I have received extensive post-graduate training in EMDR Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Nutrition and Integrative Medicine For Mental Health, and more. In marriage and couple counseling, my work is influenced by the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
As neuroscience demonstrates, the brain can heal, and the body and mind are inextricably linked. My 20+ years of experience with mindfulness, yoga therapy, and meditation greatly influence my work as a mental health provider. A Holistic therapy model ensures that you thrive in the many aspects of your life—including your relationship with yourself and others. Together, we work with practices designed to create an environment that supports optimal physical and mental health well-being. Lasting change and transformation is possible when given the right tools to thrive.
Holistic Psychotherapy & Wellness Manhattan Therapy Modalities
Psychoanalytic, Relational & Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Attachment-Focused Couple Therapy (traditional, non-traditional, non-monogamy, alternative lifestyle couples), Sexual Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), DBT Skills
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Advanced level EMDR Therapy, Parts Therapy, Integrated Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing
Positive Psychology, Positive Neuroplasticity Coaching
Transformational, Peak Performance& Wellness Coaching
Urban Zen Integrative Therapy, Reiki, Energy Medicine, Yoga Therapy
Nutrition & Integrative Medicine For Mental Health, Nutritional Amino Acid Protocols (using precursor amino acids, fatty acids, herbal medicine, supplement recommendations for mood, anxiety, ADHD, addictions, cravings, brain fog, PTSD, and more)
Clinical Hypnosis
Kimberly Seelbrede: Post Graduate Training & Certifications
New York University - Advanced CBT Certification, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Advanced Clinical Practice, Clinical Approaches to the Addictions, Clinical Practice with Adolescents
Somatic Experiencing® International (in progress)
Eating Disorders, Compulsions & Addictions (EDCAS) Certification
William Alanson White Institute of Psychiatry, Psychoanalysis & Psychology
EMDR Advanced Level EMDR Practitioner - Laurel Parnell PhD
Brainspotting - Lisa Schwarz, MEd
Positive Neuroplasticity Training Certification - Rick Hanson PhD
Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health - Leslie Korn PhD
IFS Immersion: Integrating Internal Family Systems Across Clinical Applications - Frank Anderson, PhD
Dialectical Behavior Therapy - Behavior Tech Institute
Mindful Self-Compassion Training - Christopher K. Germer, PhD & Kristen Neff PhD
Executive Life Coaching - New York University
Institute for Life Coach Training
Urban Zen Integrative Therapy Training Program
Additional Professional Training: Gottman Institute for Couples, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Hypnosis for Trauma & PTSD, Focusing Institute, Whole Body Focusing with Glenn Fleisch, Ph.D. EMDR & Trauma Treatment with Jennifer Sweeton, PsyD, MS, MA. Ongoing workshops: Ester Perel, Bessel van der Kolk, MD, Dan Siegel, MD, Peter Levine, Ph.D, Gabor Mate, MD, Richard Schwartz, PhD, Sue Johnson, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, Trauma-Focused Treatment, Yoga Therapy, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy
Clinical practice Expertise & Specialties
Depression (major, postpartum depression, SAD, bipolar disorder, atypical depression, dysthymia, situational, chronic sadness)
Anxiety (panic, generalized, phobias, social, PTSD), fear, worry, stress management, insomnia, work/life balance
Women’s hormonal health, perimenopause and menopause mental health assessment/coaching, chronic pain
Trauma resolution, obstacles, blocking beliefs, self-sabotage, problem patterns, and habits
Crisis counseling, life challenges, transitions, grief, loss and bereavement
Dysfunctional relationship dynamics, professional and personal relationships, communication difficulties, divorce, separation
Shadow work, energetic blocks, boundary work
Addictions, behavioral addictions, substance abuse, alcoholism and compulsions
Family of origin, codependency, family conflict resolution, submissiveness and recovery from family enmeshment, ACOA
Recovery and post-rehab support (step-down support, wellness planning, new habit maintenance, and self-care)
Celebrity mental health expertise and high-profile, VIP clients, therapy for entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, medical professionals
talk therapy not enough? Find lasting Healing & Transformation with EMDR
If traditional talk therapy has not yielded the desired healing results, it might be time to consider a different model of care. I’ve been trained in many effective therapies, but I find myself consistently returning to EMDR. EMDR Therapy changed my practice years ago because it works and it changes lives. It is the one treatment method that is consistently powerful and transformative for my patients, especially when other highly effective therapies such as IFS, CBT, and Somatic Experiencing are integrated into sessions. Therapy is highly individualized, and depending on your unique needs, chosen therapy modalities may include: EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, CBT, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness, and Somatic Experiencing®. I completed EMDRIA-approved EMDR advanced Levels I & II training and supervision many years ago and I’ve used it in my New York City psychotherapy private practice consistently and with excellent results.
EMDR therapy is highly effective in addressing underlying beliefs, patterns, and blocks that can hinder progress in traditional therapy or life coaching. EMDR treatment can help transform mere survival into thriving, leading to a life free from disruptive symptoms. By reprocessing difficult or traumatic memories, EMDR can boost resilience and vitality in the nervous system. EMDR is not only for trauma; it is also valuable for enhancing performance in athletes, creatives, and work-related endeavors. During the pandemic, many of us discovered that EMDR can be effectively offered to many patients virtually. Virtual EMDR can be a powerful addition to your therapy journey, whether used in conjunction with your existing therapy or as a standalone solution. learn more about EMDR Therapy
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Expert, experienced Online Therapy Serving NYC & NY State Residents
faqs about online therapy in nYC: how does Virtual therapy/video therapy work?
The technology for telemedicine has been available for decades, but the pandemic made virtual therapy a necessity. It's surprising how many people have benefitted from online virtual therapy. Like many therapists in NYC, I've been conducting virtual sessions for some time, so I'm comfortable working with technology. It's important to note that teletherapy isn't suitable for everyone seeking counseling, as many people prefer conducting psychotherapy sessions in person.
How does Online therapy work?
This holistic psychotherapy and wellness practice in New York City understands that many people have busy schedules and may find it difficult to commute to therapy sessions. That's why I offer virtual therapy and telephone therapy as modern options for counseling. This is especially convenient for individuals who work, travel, have young children with different schedules, are young adults, college students, or expats. After scheduling an online session, you will receive a secure session link from the HIPAA-compliant platform SimplePractice. You can access the virtual therapy office using your computer, iOS/Android phone, iPad, or any other tablet-enabled device. Most laptops have a built-in camera and microphone, making it easy to participate in the sessions. Creating an emotionally safe space in your home or office for virtual sessions is also important, and all you need is a strong internet connection.
What kind of therapy is offered virtually?
Online sessions are treated the same way as face-to-face sessions, using the same evidence-based therapy modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), trauma therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, somatic psychotherapy, life coaching, wellness coaching, and stress management. Remote EMDR has been found to be just as effective for trauma resolution and other concerns as in-person EMDR. However, not everyone or every situation should be treated remotely, so it’s important to contact potential therapists to determine if virtual therapy is appropriate for your situation. Research now demonstrates that therapy sessions conducted by teletherapy are just as effective as face-to-face therapy. Read the research.
Who can benefit from virtual therapy?
Anyone can access high-quality therapy in a private, confidential, and convenient manner. Seeking therapy with an experienced NYC psychotherapist can lead to healthier relationships, new perspectives, reaching goals, and building resilience. Therapy can provide support during stressful and challenging times, helping you feel less alone with your problems. Living in New York City comes with unique challenges, including a fast-paced lifestyle and high levels of stress. If you're experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, loneliness, loss, substance use, or unresolved trauma PTSD, know that you're not alone. Holistic Psychotherapy & Wellness Manhattan offers evidence-based counseling and an integrative psychotherapy philosophy tailored to your unique needs. As a licensed psychotherapist in New York, I can see you whether you live in the NYC metro area or anywhere in New York State. There are various modern therapy options available, such as BetterHelp, TalkSpace, and the numerous licensed psychotherapists and psychologists on Psychology Today who provide high-quality therapy in the US and worldwide. Interested in receiving therapy in New York using your health insurance benefits? Holistic Psychotherapy & Wellness Manhattan is In-Network with BCBS & Aetna, and Out-of-Network with most health insurances. I have also been reimbursed by Aetna, Cigna, BCBS, Emblem, Oxford, United, and many more for out-of-network mental health services. Most of my clients are compensated about 50-100% of my fees.
How can Integrative Psychotherapy & Wellness NYC enhance your life?
Gain support through a personal crisis, transition, loss, trauma, or challenging situation that causes personal or relational distress
Heal codependency and feel empowered, autonomous, safe, and secure in your life as self-esteem naturally increases
Find relief for sadness, depression, and chronic depression with interpersonal psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR
Uncover unconscious conflicts, patterns and blocking beliefs that may be sabotaging your success and happiness
Address dissociation, body image, eating disorders, compulsions, addictions, substance use or abuse, and obsessions
Learn to identify important thoughts, feelings, emotions, motivations, and unconscious internal conflicts with insight-oriented therapy
Develop enhanced self-awareness as well as empathy and compassion for self and others with relational therapy
Break through blocks in intimacy, detach from unhealthy relationships, and break patterns of repetition in significant relationships
Learn to identify triggers that lead to anger, confusion, and relationship dysfunction in couple and relationship counseling
Develop effective, assertive communication skills to benefit personal and professional relationships
Learn more adaptive coping skills, self-care rituals, self-acceptance, and mindfulness to create a healthy work-life balance
Uncover patterns of crippling perfectionism that interfere with achievement, success, and personal happiness using EMDR
Process and heal painful feelings of loneliness, disappointment, sadness, loss, grief, guilt, shame, anger, envy and fear
Resolve trauma and abuse symptoms, develop healthier boundaries, and heal early attachment wounds with EMDR Therapy
Discover protocols using precursor amino acids, fatty acids, herbal medicine, supplements for mood, anxiety, ADHD, addictions, cravings, brain fog, PTSD
Identify hormone-related (peri-menopause, menopause) anxiety, depression, insomnia, brain fog, low energy, pain, migraines, fibromyalgia
Learn self-care, meditation, breathing techniques, energy medicine & somatic therapy practices to regulate your nervous system
Obtain consultations for referrals to psychopharmacologists, psychiatrists, psychologists, and other allied professionals