Cooper Union Counseling Services
The Student Care Team at Cooper Union
Counseling Services at The Cooper Union are coordinated through the Office of Student Affairs. Our Student Care Coordinators, Cassandra Jolicoeur and Elizabeth London are available to meet with students by appointment to provide support and to discuss mental health and counseling needs. The Student Care team can be reached at studentcare@cooper.edu or by calling the office of Student Affairs at 212.353.4130. Staff from Student Care is generally in the office Monday – Thursday, from 9:00am - 5:00pm. It is best for students to email and schedule a time to meet with staff that meets their schedule needs. The Student Care team will work with each student on an individual basis to connect them to the necessary care and supportive services.
IMPORTANT WINTER BREAK NOTE: Student Care is closed during the Cooper Union winter break (5pm on Friday, December 20, 2024 through 9am on Monday, January 6, 2025). Therapists from our counseling network are available during the winter break. Students wishing to connect with a therapist should reach out directly to them via their email/phone number listed below. Students should be reminded that they have FREE 24/7 care through Telus Health & First Stop Health. Check out www.cooper.edu/TelusHealth to learn more, how to activate your account, etc. If students reach out to Student Care, responses will be delayed.
Cooper Union Counseling Program (Talk Therapy)
Cooper Union students currently enrolled (including independent study) can see any of our partner counselors, at no cost to them, for short-term therapy. On this page, you can view our available counselors as well as information about each clinician’s area of focus and practice style. We work with a variety of providers, such as art therapists, drama therapists, social workers, and psychologists who all have different backgrounds and identities. All of our counselors have independent schedules and availability may vary. When searching for a provider, we recommend reaching out to several individuals to see who has availability. When you are ready to schedule with one of our partner counselors, you can reach out to them directly by phone or email.
For questions related to the Cooper Union student health insurance plan, including how to enroll, waiving coverage and health plan costs, please visit the plan website here.
Laurice Adams, MA, LCAT, RDT
303 5th Ave, Suite 604
New York, NY 10016
P: 917.544.2867
E: Lauriceadams@mac.com
Insurance: Cigna, Out of Network
Are you a creative person with high aspirations experiencing procrastination, perfectionism, and a hostile inner critic? Do you want to feel more free in your work or your relationships? Do you feel anxious or depressed and want to obsess less and laugh more? We will think together to figure out why you feel stuck, and how you will transform. We will collaborate to your unique strengths, using an eclectic approach.
I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist in the state of New York and received my Master's Degree from New York University in drama therapy. I completed post-graduate psychotherapy training at the Institute for Developmental Transformations, where I also served as Associate Training Director for three years. I worked at the School of Visual Arts as a psychotherapist and for 9 years worked at Bellevue Hospital in the department of psychiatry. I utilize empirically supported and embodied creative approaches to psychotherapy.
I believe we should all be free to love who we love, to identify in whatever way feels most natural to us, and I am honored to hold space for anyone who is questioning what is "right" for them. I am fortunate to have worked with individuals from many continents. I strive to be aware of the power and privilege I have in the therapy space. I invite dialogue and play to explore issues of cultural identity, race, class, trauma, and abuse of power.
Sybil Handy-Brown, LMFT
1115 Broadway, 12th Floor
New York, NY 10010
P: 929.336.1409
E: thehealingsuitetherapy@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Out-of-Network
Session Format: Available for in-person and remote sessions
Hello, my name is Sybil Handy-Brown. I have over 10 years of experience working with students, adults, and children in various arenas. I have worked with clients in various stages of life who are facing a variety of challenges including relationship problems, family issues, sexuality, stress management, anxiety, and life transitions. I work with clients from a strength-based perspective that aims to reframe current challenges and together create solutions and goals for the future. I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to create a more peaceful daily existence.
Azia Carter, LMFT
P: 718-496-5635
E: cartercarescounseling@gmail.com
16 Madison Square West, Fl 12
New York, NY 10010
Accepted Insurance: Out-of-Network
Hello! I assist individuals navigating through life's hardships, such as relationship issues, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I specialize in issues related to couples and families (communication issues, familial stress, infidelity, etc.). I utilize a person-centered approach, which positions individuals as the experts on where they are now, where they want to go, and how to reach their desired goals. I look forward to supporting you throughout your journey to becoming your best self.
Minkyung Iris Kim, LCAT
280 Madison Ave, Suite 311
New York, NY 10016
P: 917-740-3150
E: ManhattanCat7@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Cigna, Out of Network
Iris M. Kim is a licensed creative arts therapist who works with young adults to help them resolve their personal conflicts and issues. I specialize in anxiety, eating disorders related to stress, PTSD, anger management, grief, depression, suicidal prevention, and relationship problems using creative arts modalities. My approach to therapy involves creating a safe space for clients to express their inner feelings/conflicts freely. I have worked with young adults at a psychiatric inpatient unit in a New York City hospital. I am currently accepting new clients and am available on weekdays and Saturdays for therapy sessions.
As we deal with many relationship challenges, we need to express our inner feelings/fears/concerns so we can determine our appropriate course of action. My treatment philosophy is to offer a caring and nurturing environment so clients can freely communicate their concerns. I want to support my clients so they can overcome their issues and limitations.
Jennifer Kind-Rubin, LCAT, ATR-BC, MPS
P: 917-242-1468
E: jkindrubin@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Out of Network
Session Format: Available for remote sessions
Jen Kind-Rubin received her BA in psychology and studio art from New York University's Gallatin Program and her Masters in Creative Arts Therapy from Pratt Institute. Since then, she has worked in the field, providing individual, group, and family therapy to a diverse range of clients. Jen has a particular passion for working with young adults, supporting them as they navigate the challenging transition to adulthood. She is experienced in working with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and substance use. During therapy sessions, Jen applies her training and background in Creative Arts Therapy, Mindfulness, and EMDR practices in conjunction with more traditional verbal psychotherapy. This integrated approach allows her to best meet each client where they’re at, supporting them as they begin working towards a deeper level of self-awareness.
Scott Rosenberg, LCSW-R
P: 347.620.5433
E: scott@affirmingpsych.com
Accepted Insurance: Out of Network
Session Format: Available for remote sessions only
Scott received his Master of Social Work from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. He has worked in various agencies with LGBTQ adolescents and young adults. Scott's specialty is working with gay men. Together, Scott and his clients work on strategic ways to help cope with anxiety, depression, substance use, family dynamics, and relationships. Additionally, Scott will work with you around issues like coming out, HIV (prevention: PrEP, U=U, TasP, Condoms • testing • dating • hooking up • living successfully with HIV • meds • disclosure), dating on apps, rejection, how to talk to someone new, overcoming shyness, body image, self-esteem, family issues, friend issues, relationship issues, and sex issues. You can learn more about Scott and his practice by visiting www.affirmingpsych.com.
Mika Lee, LCAT
P: 347.688.5512
E: creativeartstherapists@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Cigna, Out of Network
Session Format: Available for remote sessions
Mika Lee, LCAT, RDT is an experienced, bilingual (Mandarin/English) psychotherapist, trained in counseling psychology and creative arts therapy, specialized in using a client-centered, attachment and dynamic based approach, combining with a variety of creative arts therapy modalities. She aims at building a culturally-sensitive and safe holding space for her clients to freely explore themselves and to promote inner growth, self-awareness and creative coping. Mika has extensive clinical experience working in hospitals, schools, social agencies, and private practice with children, adolescents, young adults, adults and seniors. Mika focuses on helping students and professionals with issues relating to cultural adjustment, stress, performance anxiety, general/social anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career development, creative blocks, multicultural conflicts, identity, grief, loss, mind-body connection and life transitions. Mika provides service in both English and Mandarin Chinese and is happy to provide sliding scale fees for students with difficulties. *Currently only offer remote therapy - no in-person sessions. Please mention Cooper Union as your source of referral*
10 Union Square East, Suite 2K
New York, NY 10003
P: 212-844-8387
E: info@musicandmedicine.org
Accepted Insurance: Free!
The Music and Health Clinic offers mental health services tailored to meet students' unique needs. It is the program’s goal to use the familiar and creative medium of music in a therapeutic context to provide an empowering, dynamic, healing environment that is easily accessible. Music therapy is an established healthcare profession that is receiving growing interest in the medical setting. Clinical interventions are based on scientific research indicating that music therapy may reduce pain, anxiety and depression, and enhance quality of life. Our staff is trained in the latest interventions which address specific cognitive psycho-motivational aspects of depression, chemical dependency, chronic fatigue and anxiety in addition to standard medical care, complementary approaches such as music-assisted relaxation, guided visualization, and stress management.
Annsley March, LCSW
125 E 23rd Street
Suite 302, 6th Floor, Office #3
New York, NY 10010
P: 212.583.1268
E: annsley.march@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Cigna
Session Format: Available for remote sessions only
My clinical background focuses on helping students navigate the demands of their classes while also forming satisfying relationships with partners and friends. Originally trained in psychodynamics, I also utilize EMDR, a scientifically-backed modality informed by neurology and somatic therapy. I am an active, curious and non-judgmental therapist with years of experience treating trauma, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse, academic stressors, homesickness and generalized adjustment difficulties. Students can also receive guidance in developing concrete skills such as time management, efficient studying, and assignment completion.
Mizuho "Miho" Kanazawa, LCAT
Office Address: 142 East 27th Street Suite 1A, New York, NY 10016
Phone: 201-298-3131
Email: mizuho@dramaforhealing.com
Accepted Insurance: Out of Network
Session Format: Available for in-person or remote sessions
Mizuho "Miho" Kanazawa, LCAT, is a Japanese psychotherapist and creative arts therapist. She is dedicated to working with clients whose personality and life experience were shaped by more than one culture. Working closely with her client, Mizuho seeks to empower the multicultural and international person through all chapters of life: to build confidence, to be connected in important relationships, and valued in the community. Do you often choose silence to avoid conflict in a relationship? Do you feel you are taken lightly because you are from different country, culture, or race? Prioritizing what is important in your life and tuning into what you feel sometimes become a confusing challenge. She is passionate in working with clients who feel like outsiders in the society and are in the process of finding their way of expression and a comfortable place in life. Mizuho has over 20 years of experience, and sessions can be done in English and/or Japanese.
Navah Steiner, LCAT
303 5th Ave, Suite 604
New York, NY 10016
P: 212.252.5451
Accepted Insurance: Cigna, Out of Network
I’m a psychotherapist with a license in creative arts therapy and certifications in psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness, family therapy and drama therapy. I work with clients who are seeking help and support around past and current relationships, life transitions, creative blocks and traumatic experiences. I have a warm, playful and intellectually curious approach. I have extensive experience with issues that designers and visual artists currently face, both personally and professionally, having worked at the School of Visual Arts Counseling Center for the past 9 years.
My office is in Nomad and close to all major subway lines. You can learn more about my practice here: navahsteinerlcat.com.
Amy Merbaum Althoff, LP
244 5th Avenue (between 27th and 28th), office 8D, NY NY
P: 917.747.0078
E: amy.althoff@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Cigna
Session Format: Available for in-person sessions
Talking to an experienced therapist can help improve your life, ease stress, and achieve your goals. I work in a collaborative and nonjudgmental way to better understand what is getting in the way of having the life you want. Through talking together we can identify repetitive patterns that make life more difficult and consider different strategies to tackle the issues you face. Therapy can help you to become more emotionally mature, and to use your self-knowledge and understanding of others to achieve your full potential. I am a licensed psychoanalyst and a graduate of the Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies. I specialize in working with people dealing with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addiction, life transitions, gender identity and trauma.
Daniel Haywood, MA, RDT, LCAT
112 w. 27th St, Suite 402
New York, NY 10001
P: 347.776.0391
E: haywooddaniel16@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Wellfleet Student Insurance, Cigna, Out of Network
I have been working in the mental health profession for 13 years and I aim to help my clients move toward their fullest potential. I live by the phrase "Nothing changes if nothing changes," so if you desire to break unhealthy dysfunctional roles in your life and want to understand how to communicate and live authentically, then you will find our work to be healing and restorative. As a drama therapist, I offer psychotherapy through a creative and embodied approach, and also traditional talk therapy. I believe in a collaborative process with my clients. You are vital to your individualized treatment plan as we move toward obtaining your goals. My specializations include trauma, culture, identity, anxiety and depression.
Brennan Pedersen, LP
31 Washington Square West
New York, NY 10011
P: 206.890.7816
E: bpedersenlp@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Out of Network
The act of putting thoughts and emotions into words can have surprising and powerful results. There is freedom in saying out loud—in a unique and confidential environment—what is only said to oneself, often quietly and without self-awareness.
When we allow ourselves to say what we have withheld, we begin to see our world from new perspectives, develop new ways of being in the world, and begin to make new choices. Therapy can be painful, slow, and arduous; this is part of why we undertake this process with an experienced therapist, someone to be in our lives for exactly and only this purpose.
This is how I understand my work. I see patients from a variety of backgrounds and diverse struggles. As a licensed psychoanalyst and graduate of the Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies, I work with each patient based on their individual needs as the relationship develops. I have experience with the LGBTQ+ community, college students, artists, and a variety of professionals. Through my years of practice, I've worked with depression, anxiety, psychotic symptoms, stress and body dysmorphia, in addition to other issues.
Saidah Bullock, MHC-LP
26 Court Street
Brooklyn, NY 11242
P: 646.883.5374
E: Sai@rottenbergtherapy.com
Accepted Insurance: Offering Sliding Scale
Session Format: Available for remote sessions
*8 session limit*
I received my master’s degree in Mental Health & Wellness Counseling from New York University. In my therapeutic work thus far, I have worked with cisgender and non-binary individuals as well as couples who are tackling subjects like anxiety, depression, trauma, and questions surrounding their overall identity. Aside from utilizing a psychodynamic approach, I also utilize narrative, multi-cultural, CBT, person-centered, and mindfulness-based therapeutic approaches that are directly connected to one’s intersectionality. Intersectionality is a conversation that I often bring within the therapeutic space with many of my clients as it helps us explore the multiple identities that encompass one whole. Each and every identity is an integral piece, and it is necessary to explore and honor each one.
Brett Sharetts, LCSW
26 West 9th St, Suite 3D
New York, NY 10011
P: 917.994.0391
E: brettsharettslcsw@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Wellfleet; Aetna; Optum; Oxford; United; Out of network
Brett Sharetts, LCSW is a psychotherapist licensed in New York. He is a graduate of NYU’s Silver School of Social Work and has extensive experience working with adolescents and adults from all backgrounds. He has completed post-graduate training in Adult Psychodynamic Psychotherapy from the Psychoanalytic Association of New York (PANY), affiliated with NYU's Grossman School of Medicine. His approach draws from psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness/meditation practices.
His practice specializes in helping people to understand and work through all types of concerns - whether it's depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, gender and/or sexuality, family stress, relationships, unresolved issues from childhood, the impact of life transitions and/or adjusting to life after school, separation, break-up, divorce, career change or loss. Before private practice, he was a therapist for 4+ years at Student Health and Counseling Services at the School of Visual Arts, New York.
Roberto Colangeli, PhD, LP
P: 646.552.3431
E: rcolan1965@aol.com
Accepted Insurance: Cigna
Session Format: Available for remote sessions
The psychotherapeutic relationship can provide help and support for depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. My goal is to create a safe and trustworthy atmosphere where judgment is suspended so can work together to understand your needs and explore patterns of your behavior that are counterproductive. I work with adult populations including immigrants and the LBGT+ community. I am a licensed psychoanalyst with a scientific background. I have a Ph.D. in Microbiology and Infectious Disease and have been published in both scientific and psychoanalytic journals. I currently serve as the Co-Director of the clinic of the Manhattan Institute for Psychoanalysis. I speak fluent Italian. I work in New York City, NY, and in Jersey City, NJ. I would be happy to meet and discuss how psychoanalysis could work for you. I am available for video sessions.
James Jung, LMSW
280 Madison Avenue, Suite 311
New York, NY 10016
P: 646-893-9454
E: jamesjmcat@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Cigna, Wellfleet
James Jung, LMSW, specializes in helping clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use issues. He has experience working with college students, graduate students, and young professionals. James seeks to create a safe and non-judgmental space for his clients to share their feelings, experiences, worldviews, and thoughts. James uses CBT modalities, client-centered and solution-focused therapy. James is culturally sensitive and an active listener. He believes in building a strong therapeutic relationship with his clients and seeks to help them grow and fulfill their potential.
Jack Skelton, LCSW
P: 347.542.8007
E: jackskeltontherapy@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Out-of-Network
Session Format: Available for remote sessions
I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals and groups to address and move through life challenges, including: anxiety and depression, healthy and unhealthy relationships, LGBTQ identities and life transitions, stress from disability/chronic illness and/or caretaking, self-esteem issues, enhancing communication and interpersonal skills, setting boundaries, and conflict resolution. Clients who are neurodivergent, disabled, or otherwise have access needs are welcome. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and anti-oppressive. I use therapeutic models like Mary Poppins pulls from her bag—together we will identify the tools that work best for you. I use a lot of motivational interviewing, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), art, movement, and music activities.
Mike Ackerman, LMSW
125 East 23rd Street
New York, NY 10011
P: 212.433.2664
E: info@nytherapypractice.com
Accepted Insurance: Out-of-Network
Session Format: Available for in-person or remote sessions
Mike is a therapist from New York Therapy Practice. When you reach out, your initial email will go to the New York Therapy Practice’s admin team. Please let the admin team know that you would like to work with Mike.
Mike recognizes that reaching out for support can be uncomfortable, and he aims to provide a warm environment in which clients feel empowered to share their past and present experiences. Mike has experience working with clients with a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, general and sexual identity, trauma, and ADHD as well as experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Through empathic listening, Mike helps clients recognize behaviors and patterns that inhibit their growth and collaborate on actions that move them towards healing and healthy functioning. Mike’s work is collaborative and solution-focused to help each individual navigate any blocks to personal growth.
Minahil Salam, LMSW
125 East 23rd Street
New York, NY 10011
P: 212.433.2664
E: info@nytherapypractice.com
Accepted Insurance: Out-of-Network
Session Format: Available for in-person or remote sessions
*Minahil is a therapist from New York Therapy Practice. When you reach out, your initial email will go to the New York Therapy Practice’s admin team. Please let the admin team know that you would like to work with Minahil*
Minahil believes in the ability of therapy to be a healing and transformative experience. Through empathetic listening and a collaborative process, Minahil believes that people can use the therapeutic space to gain a greater understanding of themselves, their journey, tools to cope, and explore their relations with others. She looks at an individual in the context of their environment rather than a singular moving force, and believes in the power of relational healing. She uses a psychodynamic and attachment approach, as well as the Gottman Method.
Minahil works with individuals and couples on a range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflict, intimacy, childhood trauma, career stress, and creative ruts, among others. For college students, Minahil helps them move through the transition and the anxieties that come with it - including being away from home, career stress and the adjustment to a new environment. Minahil is a second-generation Pakistani-American and also works with issues involving the balancing of two cultures - whether that's individually, within relationships, or within the family unit.
Olivia Strauss, LCSW
P: 646.663.4475
E: oliviastrausstherapy@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Aetna, Out-of-Network
Session Format: Available for remote sessions
I believe in the power of therapy to deepen self-connection and compassion. I aim to help students manage the balance of life and school while also paying attention to larger patterns that may be playing out internally and externally. Curiosity, empathy, and deep listening are central to my approach. Our work would center on building awareness, expanding stress tolerance, identifying relationship dynamics, uncovering barriers and triggers, tapping into authenticity, and finding creative ways to handle overwhelming emotions. My style is gentle, organic, and collaborative. As a queer cis-woman, I am especially passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community, including all non-binary, trans, and gender-expansive identities. I have experience supporting students struggling with stress, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, family conflict, relationship issues, and identity/sexuality exploration.
Cora Goldfarb, LCAT, LP
26 Court Street, Suite 1214
Brooklyn, NY 11242
P: 347.403.3057
E: cgoldfarblp@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Out-of-Network
Session Format: Available for in-person or remote sessions
I am a NYS Licensed Psychoanalyst as well as a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, with a specialty in drama therapy. My work focuses on helping people improve their relationships, communication skills, self-esteem, and self-confidence. In addition, I encourage self-reflection, curiosity, and an interest in improving one's quality of life. My specialties include: working with creative people, attachment-focused EMDR, depression, anxiety/panic attacks, ADHD, and couples therapy. You can learn more about my practice here: www.coragoldfarblp.com.
I graduated with a BA in Theatre Arts from Brown University and I have a Masters Degree in Drama Therapy from New York University. In addition, I have a Certificate from The Four Year Adult Analytic Training Program at The National Institute for the Psychotherapies, and I have completed Attachment-Focused EMDR Level III Training through the Parnell Institute.
Kent Yuen, LP
303 5th Avenue Suite 804
New York, NY 10016
P: 347.836.6207
E: kent@kentyuen.com
Accepted Insurance: Out of Network
Session Format: Available for in-person and remote sessions
Kent Yuen is a Licensed Psychoanalyst in New York. Kent has worked with individuals on relationship issues, career and school related stress, depression and anxiety, Covid related anxiety, and race & identity issues. He believes in providing a safe, honest and supportive environment to explore your thoughts and feelings. Kent works with clients using life experience, curiosity and humor together in a non-judgemental space. Using his training in relational psychoanalysis as well as his own experiences, Kent works with clients to explore, reflect and discuss their needs and goals.
Kent has completed training at the Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy and New York University’s Silver School of Social Work. He also has an MBA from Fordham University and a BA from Goucher College. Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, Kent spent several years working as a project manager in the private sector and also held various positions in higher education in admissions, academic and career advising. For more information, please visit www.kentyuen.com.
Julia L. Pressman, LCSW
18 East 16th St, Suite 503
New York, NY 10003
P: 646.543.8581
E: juliapressmantherapy@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Wellfleet, Out of Network
Session Format: Available for in-person or remote sessions
I am a clinical social worker licensed in NY, CT, and MA who sees clients in person and virtually from my office in the Flatiron/Union Square neighborhoods in Manhattan. I am an inquisitive, open-minded, and resourceful therapist who helps adult and adolescent clients address complex problems, foster a stronger sense of self, and gain a deeper understanding of their emotional and behavioral patterns. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, and I prioritize offering a private and confidential in-person space for clients’ healing and growth to begin. My practice specializations are in the areas of anxiety, depression, and self esteem issues, identity development and exploration, and navigating relationship issues and life transitions.
I deeply enjoy working with the student population, as well as people from all walks of life and backgrounds who have decided to make New York City their home (such as young professionals, creative entrepreneurs, and expats). I see my work as grounded in deep listening and forming a genuine, active and flexible working relationship with each of my clients.
In addition to my private practice, I am an advanced candidate in training in the Certificate in Psychoanalysis Program at the Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center (PPSC), and work serving student populations of all ages in counseling services at New York University. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from Oberlin College and continued my studies at the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College, where I graduated with Honors with a Masters in Clinical Social Work.
Kate Curtis, LMHC, CASAC
80 8th Avenue,
NY, NY 10011
P: 917.885.6910
Accepted Insurance: Out of Network
I am a licensed psychotherapist who works with young adults to address a range of issues including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, perfectionism, adjustment difficulties, and general life/ academic stressors. I have specialized training and expertise in treating problem substance use and addiction. I utilize a client-centered, relational approach, which means we will explore the current concerns in the context of past and present interpersonal dynamics, while also incorporating mindfulness based coping skills. My style is warm, engaging, and authentic, allowing you to feel supported in taking steps towards lasting and meaningful change.
Kimberly Hertz, LCSW
125 East 23rd St, Ste. 400
NY, NY 10010
P: 212.951.0947
Accepted Insurance: Out of Network
Session Format: Available for in-person or remote sessions
Kim is a therapist from New York Therapy Practice. When you reach out, your initial email will go to the New York Therapy Practice’s admin team. Please let the admin team know that you would like to work with Kim.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in New York City. I aim to create a space that allows you to feel safe, supported, and challenged. My style is interactive and dynamic, incorporating an awareness of the past with a focus on the present. I see my ongoing role as a collaborator, helping you to uncover the difficult and stuck spaces in order to live a more authentic, enjoyable and functional life. I help people dealing with a range of issues and concerns, including addiction, eating disorders, low self-esteem, depression and anxiety as well as difficult life transitions. I have extensive experience working with the LGBTQ community. I currently work with trans and gender expansive people as well as the full spectrum of sexual identity expression. For more information about me and my practice, please visit www.nytherapypractice.com.
Christine Malossi, MHC-LP, RYT
44 East 12th Street, MD-8
New York, NY 10003
P: 212.729.3035
E: christine@christinemalossi.com
Accepted Insurance: Out of Network
Session Format: Available for in-person or remote sessions
My approach to therapy is psychodynamic, somatic (body-centered), and strongly informed by my decades of study and personal experience of Jungian psychology, yoga, meditation, and dance. I also incorporate other modalities in which I am trained, such as DBT and mindfulness, to meet the unique needs of each person with whom I work. I specialize in working with high-achieving and driven young adults who are navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, and issues around relationships and self-image and identity, including body image, self-esteem, and gender identity. I developed this specialization through my prior work as a therapist at the Hunter College Counseling & Wellness Services, as well as the group private practice, Union Square Psychotherapy, where I currently work. I have an MSEd in Mental Health Counseling from Hunter College, as well as a BA from New York University. I completed post-baccalaureate studies at the University of Pennsylvania, as well as more than 1,000 hours of training and 14 years of professional experience as a certified yoga and meditation teacher. I am currently studying Jungian Analytical Psychology at the C.G. Jung Institute in Zurich, Switzerland. You can learn more about me here: http://www.christinemalossi.com/.
Diana Feldman, LCAT
345 Eighth Avenue, Suite 16C
New York, NY 10001
P: 917-656-5014
Accepted Insurance: Cigna, Out of Network
Session Format: Available for in-person and remote sessions
Diana is a Licensed Psychotherapist and Creative Arts Therapist with over 25 years of experience helping young adults navigate life’s challenges. She offers a unique integrated approach to therapy, combining talk therapy with creative art therapies to help students express their emotions in ways that go beyond words. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, or adjusting to life changes, Diana provides a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your feelings and develop coping tools to thrive. Her approach empowers students to discover their authentic selves and manage the pressures of academic life, relationships, and personal growth in a supportive, creative environment. Diana is here to support you.
Julia Judge, LMSW
44 E 12th St, Suite MD-8
New York, NY 10003
P: 646.770.2698
E: juliajudgetherapy@gmail.com
Accepted Insurance: Out of Network
Session Format: Available for in-person and remote sessions
I am a New York State licensed master social worker and graduated with honors from Silberman School of Social Work. I have worked with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including complex trauma, eating disorders, chronic pain, relationship struggles, and identity confusion. I am attuned to the role oppression plays in my patients' lives and am LGBTQIA+ affirming. I enjoy working with artists and people with creative practices, those undergoing life transitions, and people seeking to understand intergenerational sources of suffering.
My style is warm and nonjudgmental. I am guided by the belief that each person contains inherent strengths and knowledge, and that a primary goal of treatment is to allow for the expression of this unique experience. In our work together, we will move between past and present to understand what it’s like to be you. We will look carefully at your struggles, as well as how you love and dream. This diligent attention to your experience can result in satisfying and often surprising changes in personal, creative, and professional endeavors. In time, this knowledge of the self may also reduce symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and physical pain.
I am currently a fellow at the Contemporary Freudian Society and study the treatment of eating disorders at CPPNJ. I also hold a Bachelors in Literary Studies from Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts at The New School. Previously, I worked for many years in book publishing and the arts. You can learn more about me here: https://usqtherapy.org/julia-judge/.
Gail Smith, MHC-LP
360 9th St, Floor 2
Brooklyn, NY 11215
P: 646.249.0584
Accepted Insurance: Out of Network
Session Format: Available for in-person or remote sessions
Our identities deserve to be celebrated, not diminished. As a queer, Asian-American therapist, my approach is deeply influenced by my own intersecting identities. I specialize in supporting folks with BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ identities navigating familial/cultural expectations, general/social anxiety, depression, perfectionism, existential questioning, gender identity, body-image, grief/loss, and relationship challenges.
Navigating student life and emerging adulthood can feel overwhelming, especially in a world that expects you to thrive both socially and academically—all amidst major life transitions like graduating, stepping into the workforce, and deciding ‘what next.’ For the first time, you may find yourself facing life’s big questions in a new and profound way: What do I want to do with my life? What is my purpose? What do I stand for? What is the meaning of life, and how does it resonate with me?
Whether you have a strong sense of what matters to you or are still figuring it out, together, we can co-create a way of being that feels meaningful and true to you.
Gail Smith received her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University, where she was psychodynamically trained. Outside of the therapy room, Gail is an ethnographer and documentary filmmaker, with works that explore cultural belonging and youth activism in Hong Kong. She is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA). In her freetime, she enjoys espresso-hunting, hiking, and lately, foraging edible mushrooms!
Alexandria Atkinson, MHC-LP
26 Court St. suite 410
Brooklyn, NY 11242
P: 347.380.4554
E: alexandria@saltrivertherapy.com
Accepted Insurance: Out of Network
Session Format (in person/remote etc): Available for in-person and remote sessions
My approach revolves around acknowledging and appreciating the individual experiences and needs of each client. Our sessions offer a safe, judgment-free space where your voice is not only heard but valued.
Together, we'll delve into your thoughts, emotions, and concerns, paving the way for a deeper understanding of yourself and your aspirations. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, identity challenges, grief, loss, or relationship difficulties, I’m here to support you.
We'll explore both current obstacles and past experiences, shedding light on how they may still influence your present. By working collaboratively, we'll uncover the underlying causes of your struggles. This process will empower you to confront and work through them, fostering resilience and inner strength.
