Therapists Beginning With D in New York

My clinical focus is PTSD, developmental trauma and addictive disorders. I combine traditional "talk" therapy with QEEG-informed Neurofeedback and EMDR, where appropriate. This offers you the best chance of healing past emotional wounds, alleviating symptoms, and living more fully in the present. The subtle, transformative power of Neurofeedback helps many clients resolve the traumatic stress, fear and anxiety that often underly behavioral and addictive disorders. EMDR is another powerful tool that can help resolve emotional trauma, improve functioning, and help you become more present-focused.

As a first-generation, Caribbean-American, and Black woman I understand the importance of offering individualized and culturally-sensitive therapy. Our stories are created by a complex mixture of cultural, economic, racial, ethnic, and sexual relationships with ourselves and the world. Our work in therapy may include exploring these relationships and acknowledging the difficulties of balancing external conditions with personal needs. We will also take a look at the patterns that have developed based on past experiences, and how these experiences are informing the present.

My primary aim as a Clinical Psychologist is to help clients build fulfilling and meaningful lives. I am dedicated to creating warm, genuine, collaborative, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationships. I am intensively trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), gold-standard treatments that work and are backed by research. I specialize in treating adults and teens with mood and anxiety disorders. I have additional expertise in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, emotion regulation difficulties, and trauma.

You have the capacity to change the way you live your life. You can learn to live in a more liberated way. You can learn to navigate difficult emotions such as anxiety or depression. You can learn to build more meaningful relationships or communicate more effectively. You can experience more acceptance and gratitude. I believe we can change and grow every day if we are open to it. My hope is that I can help you learn to live in a new way, if that is your goal. Maybe your goal is to reduce depression, stress or anxiety. Maybe your goal is to create more meaningful relationships, be more confident or be happy. Your goal is my goal.

"Awareness is the greatest agent for change".....Eckhart Tolle

I recognize the impact of stress and mental health on daily life. It can be a struggle to manage everything at once. I utilize different modalities such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and more to instill confidence towards tackling any stressors that arise. I would love to provide you with tools and emotional support on your journey towards improved mental wellbeing!

You know how some people struggle to get a good night's sleep and they aren't able to do their best at work or at home? I help them to be able to finally sleep soundly again, so they feel rested and ready to take on the world. In my Back-To-Sleep Program, I offer cutting edge Sleep Science information as well as dynamic Sleep Wellness Coaching all to guide you back to sleep without addictive pills! Imagine falling asleep easily, sleeping throughout the night and waking up refreshed and vivacious! You're only a phone call away.

I specialize in work with LGBTQ+ adults seeking support with various kinds of life transitions, reintegrating difficult moments from the past into the present, and building confidence and self-efficacy. I work best with clients who are interested in defining clear goals for our work together, and who are seeking structured therapy sessions that address the goals we set while maintaining room for flexibility as our work changes over time.

I believe that every individual can have agency in their life. I work with adolescents and young adults who experience anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues. I provide a warm and empathetic space for clients to express themselves authentically, as feeling heard can be deeply healing. I use evidence-based techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, as well as mindfulness practices to help clients. These techniques can help reframe negative thoughts and calm the body. I empower clients to value their own strengths in order to develop confidence in themselves.

I am a multi-cultural competent Counselor, My ideal focus is an adult working with anxiety, depression, and low self- esteem who wants to build their self-worth and work on finding purpose in life. I have worked with adults and children of diverse cultures, working with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and identity crisis. I am also passionate about working with Black/ African Americans and LGBTQIA+ communities on self-acceptance and openly expressing themselves without fear of judgment. I have a client-centered approach that provides unconditional positive regard and provide cognitive behavioral therapy.

Specializing in supporting women who have faced trauma stemming from domestic violence, separation/divorce, childhood neglect/abuse, and workplace mistreatment, I recognize the profound impact these experiences can have on one's sense of identity and direction. Whether you've lost yourself in these experiences or are discovering yourself anew, my focus is on helping you find meaning in your journey and guiding you toward a positive future. If you're seeking to build confidence in decision-making, establish boundaries, and cultivate a loving relationship with yourself, I'm here to collaborate on your path to healing.

My aim is to provide you with a secure and safe space from which we can collaboratively explore and articulate attachment patterns of relating to ourselves and others, especially under emotional distress. These patterns tend to be persistent, generalized across relationships (including with the therapist!), and are rooted in past repeated interactions with close others. Identifying and articulating these attachment patterns promotes a stronger sense of agency over our feelings and actions, and the ability to communicate our needs and effectively solicit support from people who care about us.

Give yourself the time and energy you deserve through learning and nurturing your mind and body. I utilize a holistic approach that will help expand your understanding of the mind/body connection and implement techniques and strategies to achieve a healthier you. I am here to remind you that you are not alone, you are important, and you deserve it.

Are you tired of pain or feeling alone in your life? As an experienced therapist, I support people in times of emotional pain, but also in their desire to grow, find better ways to cope with stressful situations, and ultimately free themselves from the patterns, stories and obstacles that hold them back.

I have worked for over 15 years with children, adolescents, and adults on issues ranging from anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body image issues, trauma, relationship, identity, and work difficulties. Additional experience in community mental health clinics, hospitals, group homes, and the Washington, D.C. Superior Courts have prepared me to help a diverse multiethnic and international population.

I offer a non-judgmental, holistic, supportive approach to therapy with a focus on positive self-improvement, transformation & wellness. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy even when there is not an immediate challenge or crisis. Goals in therapy are achieved collaboratively. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, loss/bereavement, mood/personality/eating disorders, substance abuse, ADHD & changing destructive patterns. I work with individuals (children/adolescents/adults), families, couples, and groups. I offer animal-assisted interventions including therapy dogs and equine-assisted mental health sessions.

I work best with patients who feel stuck, confused, lost, guilty, scared and frustrated. These are common feelings that tend to surface most when we face challenges and limitations in life. My goal is to help you better understand yourself so that you can make choices to bring peace and a greater sense of meaning to your days. I value building a strong relationship with my patients and will work collaboratively to create a treatment plan that fits with your goals.