Meet All Therapists

Yasmeen Marshall is a compassionate and dedicated counselor committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve personal growth. She employs an eclectic approach to counseling, integrating evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Narrative Therapy. Yasmeen is committed to fostering your growth, providing a validating space, and helping you to gain personal insight.

With a Bachelor’s in Psychology from SUNY Fredonia and a Master’s in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness from New York University, Yasmeen believes that mental health is foundational to holistic development and impacts every aspect of life. She is passionate about helping her clients prioritize their well-being and achieve their fullest potential.Take the first step on your journey toward growth and healing—contact Yasmeen today.

Julia Bishop is a compassionate and skilled counselor who takes a trauma-informed, solution-focused, and person-centered approach to therapy. She believes that unconditional positive regard, empathy, and congruence are essential to building a strong therapeutic alliance. By holding space for both acceptance and change, Julia creates a safe environment where clients feel validated, empowered, and supported on their journey toward growth.

Julia integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Motivational Interviewing techniques to help clients develop essential skills, manage mental health conditions, and freely express their emotions. Her approach emphasizes fostering resilience, insight, and self-discovery.

Julia earned her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from the College of Saint Rose in Albany, NY. She brings extensive experience working with adults in residential treatment settings and children and adolescents in community mental health. Julia has supported clients navigating chronic depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, trauma, developmental and intellectual disabilities, and severe and persistent diagnoses.

Dedicated to promoting emotional well-being and empowerment, Julia provides a validating and compassionate space for every client she serves.

Joy has gathered over 15 years of experience in diverse fields including trauma, family/relationship issues, stress/life management, and psychoeducation. Her formal studies focused on communication, intervention, and relationship building. Throughout the last several years, Joy’s work has evolved into a blended approach of conventional counseling techniques and complementary perspectives including a life-coaching manner of personal growth, shamanic practices, and she processes favoring creative life design from a strong, resilient perspective aimed at understanding, growth, and goal attainment.

Joy firmly believes clients should start where they can start. She feels counseling to be a revolution of self where clients are supported to look at their past for informative understanding while also looking ahead to be more intentional and in control of their lives. Her aim is to help develop a deeper, more congruent sense-of-self. She works with the mind-body connection, firmly believing we are able to rewire our brain and related behavioral patterns through therapy. Transformation is her passion!

She builds positive relationships and makes it easy to talk about topics that are challenging. Her therapeutic style is centered on a foundation of respect, compassion, and empowerment. She knows how to help you feel comfortable while working through uncomfortable issues.

Cat Deubler became a therapist to empower individuals and help them reclaim their voice. With a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University, she takes a holistic and compassionate approach to support clients in processing trauma and navigating life’s challenges.

Cat specializes in working with trauma, PTSD, mental health crises, survivors of abuse, autism, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, and depression. Her professional experience spans diverse populations, including at-risk youth with moderate-to-severe diagnoses, newly arrested inmates facing addiction and abuse, and members of the unhoused community with severe and persistent mental illness.

Passionate about de-stigmatizing mental health, Cat fosters a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, valued, and understood. She brings authenticity, empathy, and even humor to her practice, helping clients discover the transformative benefits of therapy. With a flexible and client-centered approach, she utilizes a variety of techniques to meet individuals where they are and guide them toward growth and healing.

A lifelong learner, Cat is dedicated to growing both personally and professionally. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, caring for her plants, and expressing her creativity through her growing collection of tattoos.

Jidvett Fabian is a dedicated counselor who helps clients navigate life’s challenges with compassion and care. She integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), while centering the therapeutic relationship as the foundation of healing. Together, we create a space where emotions can be processed openly and clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to pursue change.

Her approach is rooted in collaboration and respect for each client’s unique journey. Jidvett emphasizes emotional safety and attunement, helping clients clarify goals, build resilience, and make meaningful shifts in both thought and behavior. With a client-centered lens, she supports individuals in developing self-awareness and sustainable coping strategies to navigate stressors and improve overall well-being.

Jidvett holds a Bachelor’s in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a Master’s in Counseling for Mental Health and School Counseling from Manhattan College. She views mental health as a vital part of holistic development and is committed to walking alongside her clients as they take steps toward healing, growth, and self-discovery.

Michelle Heidami is a mental health counselor dedicated to helping individuals heal, grow, and find clarity in their lives. Her work is guided by authenticity and compassion, honoring how personal history, identity, and lived experience shape mental health. With a trauma-informed and relational approach, she offers a safe, validating space where clients can explore challenges and move toward greater self-awareness and balance.

She draws from psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based strategies, tailoring care to meet each client’s needs. Michelle works collaboratively to uncover protective patterns, process past experiences, and build tools that support emotional well-being and resilience. She also brings a unique background in dance, acting, and yoga, inviting creativity and embodiment as pathways to self-expression and transformation.

Michelle has experience working with individuals navigating complex trauma, intergenerational conflict, identity development, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and relational challenges. She earned dual graduate degrees in Mental Health Counseling and Psychological Counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University. Originally from Houston, she has called New York City home for over 15 years and understands firsthand the complexities of urban life.

Daniela Yushuvayev is an attuned therapist who offers a warm, supportive space where clients feel truly seen and heard. She meets people with genuine care and honesty, helping them make sense of their experiences while also encouraging growth and self-empowerment. Daniela believes that healing happens when we feel safe enough to explore who we are and strong enough to take steps toward who we want to become. Her approach blends compassion with practical tools, supporting clients in building confidence, finding clarity, and making meaningful changes in their lives.

With warmth and honesty at the heart of her work, Daniela creates a therapeutic space that is both grounding and empowering. Leading with a person-centered perspective, she helps clients attune to the mind-body connection and navigate challenges with greater self-awareness and clarity. Her integrative approach blends modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Attachment Theory, along with mindfulness and psychoeducation in order to support the full spectrum of each client’s emotional, psychological, and relational needs.

Daniela works with individuals navigating trauma, identity struggles, OCD, relationship dynamics, and life transitions. Her background in health coaching and behavioral therapy informs her holistic lens, allowing her to approach each client as a multi-dimensional being. With deep empathy, genuine care, and an unwavering respect for the human journey, Daniela supports clients in reconnecting with their inner selves and cultivating the confidence to live with intention, alignment, and self-trust.

She holds a Master’s degree in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness from New York University. Daniela is committed to helping clients reconnect with themselves, uncover their strengths, and create lasting, meaningful change.

Alexandra believes that lasting change begins with a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship. She meets clients where they are, helping them recognize self-defeating patterns, overcome perfectionism, and cultivate self-compassion. Her approach is grounded in deep empathy and a commitment to making therapy feel safe, accessible, and tailored to each individual’s needs.

She understands that life experiences and systemic factors shape mental, physical, and emotional well-being. By helping clients connect their past experiences to present challenges, she empowers them to break free from limiting beliefs, build emotional resilience, and create a more fulfilling, authentic life.

Alexandra has over eight years of experience in behavioral health and earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The College of Staten Island.

Cayjah Arnold is an empathetic and compassionate mental health
counselor. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy along with narrative
therapy to support you with understanding who you are and provide you
with strategies to assist you on this journey. If you want to get a deeper
understanding of where stress can show up in your body and want to
know healthy techniques and exercises to de-stress, Cayjah can provide
you with support. She also uses mindfulness and movement exercises to
relax the mind and body and awaken a clear space in order to feel the
emotions.

Cayjah can relate to being on the receiving end of this process. Just
know that this process requires honesty and willingness to implement the
techniques, in order for you to experience success, as you journey to
discover or re-discover you. Cayjah has experience working with
individuals that were struggling with depression, anxiety, and self-esteem
issues. She is an advocate that the mind-body-and spirit are connected
and if one is not functioning properly, then all of the others are
compromised.

Cayjah graduated with her MS degree in Counseling from Alfred
University. She understands that one may be hesitant in making the
decision for therapy, therefore she strives to make the space one that is
comfortable and trustworthy to encourage healthy dialogue.

Letice creates a space where clients feel seen, heard, and fully accepted. Her down-to-earth presence and compassionate energy help people open up about what’s really going on, whether it’s anxiety that won’t let up, difficult family dynamics, or trauma that still echoes. She believes therapy is a space to explore, reflect, and rewrite old patterns with a guide who genuinely has your back.

Letice works collaboratively, letting the client lead while offering consistent support and practical tools. Her approach is empowering and focused on helping people set boundaries, break harmful cycles, and reconnect with their inner strength. She helps clients build self-trust, clarity, and emotional resilience through steady, meaningful work grounded in mutual respect and openness.

Letice earned her Advanced Certificate in Mental Health Counseling from Alfred University and holds a master’s degree in School Counseling. Before becoming a therapist, she worked in a Long Island charter school, supporting children and families facing trauma, addiction, and systemic hardship. She is passionate about giving back to the Brooklyn community that raised her. Outside of therapy, Letice enjoys singing karaoke, reading, and doing arts and crafts with her daughter.

Euraina is a seasoned therapist with over two decades of experience guiding clients through anxiety, depression, chronic stress, burnout, and emotional isolation. She specializes in supporting clients facing stress, depression, anxiety, burnout, and isolation. Euraina is also passionate about working with LGBTQ individuals, providing affirming care and a safe space to explore their unique experiences. Her approach is grounding, supportive, and gently transformative—marked by a calm presence, deep compassion, and a belief in each person’s capacity to grow.

If you’re feeling the weight of constant pressure, Euraina offers a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your challenges and rediscover balance. Therapy with her is collaborative and personalized; together, you’ll develop practical tools and clear strategies that empower you to move through life with more clarity and ease.

Euraina’s work is deeply holistic, combining mind-body practices with personalized, evidence-based strategies to support lasting emotional and psychological well-being. She weaves together mindfulness and transpersonal therapy with practical tools tailored to each client’s unique challenges and goals. Euraina believes recovery is possible for everyone, and that healing unfolds when you feel seen, safe, and in control of your own path.

Orawan Nilkamhang is a thoughtful and grounded therapist who helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. She creates a calm, non-judgmental space where clients feel safe exploring their inner world, building self-awareness, and learning to regulate overwhelming emotions.

She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based interventions, adapting each session to meet her clients’ specific needs and goals. Her approach combines evidence-based structure with attunement to each individual’s emotional rhythm and lived experience.

Orawan brings warmth, cultural sensitivity and deep presence to her work. She is especially skilled at helping clients build coping tools, interrupt unhelpful patterns, and reconnect with their own internal resilience. Whether supporting someone through acute stress or guiding them through long-term healing, she offers consistency, care, and clarity every step of the way.

She stays committed to continuous learning and integrates current research and techniques to enhance her work. At the heart of her practice is a belief in her clients’ capacity for meaningful change and in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship to help that change take root.

As a Mental Health Counselor-Limited Permit (MHC-LP), she takes a holistic approach to care, viewing mental health through the lens of both inner experience and daily life. Her work blends evidence-based modalities with mind-body practices, guiding clients through challenges such as mood disorders, trauma, grief, relational struggles, and life transitions. Together, we look at not only emotions and thought patterns, but also the systems, routines, and environments that shape well-being.

Her therapeutic style integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and solution-focused strategies, offering practical tools for resilience. At the same time, she incorporates ecotherapy, yoga, creative expression, and nutrition-informed wellness to strengthen self-awareness and emotional regulation. This combination helps clients feel more connected to themselves, while building a toolkit for sustainable change.

At the heart of her work is the therapeutic relationship itself. She creates a safe, collaborative space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported as they move through challenges. Whether we are processing grief, navigating complex family dynamics, or seeking clarity in times of transition, the focus is always on fostering healing, growth, and meaningful change that honors the whole person.

Deborah is a warm, thoughtful therapist who helps clients work through anxiety, depression, trauma, and bipolar disorder with steadiness and care. She creates a grounded, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe exploring painful experiences and rebuilding a sense of stability.

Her approach is person-centered and integrative, drawing from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Sessions are tailored to meet your unique emotional landscape and therapeutic goals — whether that means untangling persistent negative thoughts, processing loss, or learning to regulate overwhelming emotions.

Clients often describe feeling more emotionally aware, more self-accepting, and better equipped to navigate life’s challenges. For those who wish, Deborah also offers therapy through a Christian lens, respectfully integrating faith into the healing process.

Deborah holds a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Nyack College. Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys reading, singing in her community choir, and photographing her cat — often managing to capture their personalities in a single shot.

Lisa is a warm and welcoming mental health counselor dedicated to helping clients navigate challenges and build fulfilling lives. She creates a safe, supportive space where individuals feel empowered to explore emotions, set boundaries, and foster meaningful change.

Her approach is rooted in Positive Psychology, incorporating PERMA principles—positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishment—to strengthen mental, emotional, and physical well-being. She views mental health holistically, recognizing the role of daily routines, movement, sleep, and nutrition in overall wellness.

Lisa has worked in various wellness roles, including yoga instructor, lifeguard, and personal fitness trainer, bringing a well-rounded perspective to therapy. She earned a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University and a Bachelor’s in Communication from Saint Joseph’s University in New York.

Katherine creates a space where clients feel genuinely heard, supported and empowered. Her warm, down-to-earth presence helps people open up about what they’re going through—whether it’s anxiety that feels hard to manage, relationship stress or past trauma that still affects daily life. She meets clients with compassion and honesty, helping them explore what’s beneath the surface and take steady steps toward healing and growth.

As a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Spanish, Katherine is especially skilled at creating a culturally responsive space where clients from diverse backgrounds feel respected, understood and safe to express themselves fully. She works with adults and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, stress and interpersonal challenges. Her approach is collaborative and goal-oriented—she helps people connect with their strengths while offering practical tools that support lasting change. Katherine draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques, tailoring each session to the individual.

Before becoming a therapist Katherine worked in child protective services, supporting children and families affected by addiction, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence and neglect. This experience deepened her understanding of complex family systems and systemic barriers. She holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from St. Bonaventure University and is a Limited Permit Mental Health Counselor in New York State.

Adrianne Saltzman is a warm and intuitive professional counselor who specializes in interpersonal psychotherapy and motivational interviewing. She draws from relational approaches, dialectical behavior therapy techniques, and feminist therapy to help clients build emotional regulation skills, strengthen interpersonal effectiveness, and make empowered decisions grounded in their unique strengths.

Adrianne fosters a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen and validated. She believes that people inherently know what they want and that, by prioritizing their mental and physical health, they can find solutions to any challenge they face.

Originally from Portland, Oregon, Adrianne has called Brooklyn home for the past 13 years. She earned her MSEd in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from St. John’s University and holds a BA in Spanish Literature from the University of Oregon. Her specialized training includes Restorative Justice, Conflict Management, and Career Counseling. Adrianne’s professional background spans diverse settings, from serving as a high school guidance counselor to working in private practice.

Nico is a grounded and compassionate mental health counselor who believes healing begins in a space of trust, empathy, and authenticity. He works collaboratively with each client to help them reconnect with their inner strength, navigate emotional challenges, and build a life aligned with their values.

Drawing from a range of modalities — including Person-Centered Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, CBT, Psychoeducation, and Mindfulness — Nico adapts his approach to honor each person’s lived experience. His goal is to ensure clients not only feel seen and heard, but also rediscover the inner resilience that can guide lasting change.

As a therapist with a Latino and LGBTQIA+ background, Nico affirms and celebrates all identities, creating an inclusive environment for BIPOC and queer communities. He is especially attuned to the intersection of identity, emotional wellbeing, and social context in his work.

Nico holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He believes that while the past shapes us, it does not define us — and with support and self-awareness, we all have the capacity to grow into who we’re meant to become.

Alexa Mullings is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State and Florida, providing individual psychotherapy to adults 18 and older. She creates a collaborative, goal-oriented therapeutic relationship in a calm, accepting atmosphere, so clients feel free to be themselves. With a broad-minded and supportive approach, Her style is equal parts grounded and goal-oriented: she’ll listen deeply, challenge you when needed, and always keep your progress at the center of the work.

Alexa is committed to finding what truly makes a difference for you — whether that means building practical tools to ease anxiety, breaking free from obsessive thought cycles, or dismantling the patterns that keep you stuck. She draws on a wide range of evidence-based methods, including Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Habit Reversal Training (HRT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). These proven approaches are among the most effective for the concerns she most often treats, including ADHD, OCD, generalized anxiety, social phobia, and Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors such as trichotillomania and excoriation.

She earned her Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Mercy College and a Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology from CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Alexa Shas also completed advanced, specialized training through the Cognitive Behavior Institute (CBI) and PESI/Evergreen Certifications, further deepening her expertise in evidence-based treatment approaches.

Tetyana Sabers is a compassionate and intuitive mental health counselor dedicated to guiding clients toward self-empowerment, healing, and transformation. She integrates evidence-based practices with a holistic approach, helping individuals cultivate faith and confidence by using their personal experiences as a roadmap to growth.

Leading with a transpersonal perspective, she emphasizes the mind-body-spirit connection, fostering whole-being awareness and authenticity as a pathway to a fulfilling life. She incorporates the latest research on consciousness and non-local intelligence to expand awareness, instill purpose, and nurture a deeper sense of peace.

Drawing from a diverse background of theoretical approaches, strategies, and techniques, Tetyana creates a unique, person-centered healing experience tailored to each client’s needs. She works with individuals navigating relationships, life transitions, trauma, ancestral wounding, identity struggles, and personal aspirations. Her integrative approach blends Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Play Therapy, Parts Work, Attachment Theory, and Existential Therapy, ensuring that each therapeutic experience honors the client’s unique journey.

Beyond her clinical expertise, Tetyana integrates wisdom from yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, and homeopathy, cultivated over two decades. As a certified Master Reiki practitioner, she infuses her work with an awareness of universal healing energies. Her recent training in Mediumship has further deepened her understanding of the continuity of spirit beyond physical existence, enriching her ability to guide clients toward profound inner harmony.

At the core of her work is a deep belief in human resilience, autonomy, and the innate drive for growth. She engages with clients with compassion, guiding them toward self-discovery and empowerment, helping them align with their most authentic and soul-driven path.

Tetyana holds a Master’s degree in Counseling and an Advanced Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Counseling from the University at Buffalo in New York. With over 25 years of experience in teaching and working with adolescents, families, and communities, she brings a deep understanding of human development and relational dynamics to her work.

Karen supports clients through emotional challenges with warmth, compassion, and practical tools. Whether someone is dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or attention-related difficulties like ADHD, she meets them where they are, offering guidance grounded in evidence-based approaches. Her work draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Somatic Therapy to help clients gain clarity and move forward.

Karen emphasizes both emotional healing and improvements in daily life. Sessions may include mindfulness practices, grounding techniques, and breathwork to reduce stress and build resilience. She values each person’s unique journey and creates a space where meaningful growth can occur.

She holds a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Brooklyn College and a Bachelor’s in Clinical Psychology from Hunter College. Karen approaches therapy as a collaborative process, walking alongside each client as they explore, heal, and grow.

Barbara is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience supporting individuals and couples through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, loss, self-esteem and life transitions. She creates a compassionate, judgment-free space where clients feel safe to explore pain, build resilience, and grow.

Trained in AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy), Barbara uses a trauma-informed, emotion-focused approach that emphasizes connection and transformation. Her work is grounded in the belief that clients are the experts of their own stories — and that healing happens through collaboration, presence, and trust. Her approach invites deep transformation, guiding clients toward greater resilience, clarity, and fulfillment in their lives.

Barbara holds a Master’s in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. She tailors therapy to each individual using an integrative approach that includes Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Central to her approach in therapy is the belief that when people experience hope they are free to encounter change.

Michelle Miller supports clients through a grounded, integrative approach that combines evidence-based techniques with deep emotional attunement. With training in holistic psychology, mindfulness, and yoga, she helps clients access their inner strengths and navigate life’s challenges with clarity and resilience.

Michelle brings extensive experience working with neurodivergent clients and individuals who often feel misunderstood by traditional systems. She is especially skilled in helping clients explore complex issues while creating a space that feels safe, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. Her style blends empowerment, directness, and compassion—guiding clients with respectful challenge and reflective insight.

Michelle has worked with teens and adults navigating ADHD, Autism, personality disorders, Bipolar Disorder, and eating disorders. She is passionate about group therapy and community connection, often using her own stories to foster trust and relatability.

She earned her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from St. Bonaventure University and has supported clients in both nonprofit and clinical settings. Outside the therapy room, Michelle is a committed lifelong learner who enjoys reading, practicing yoga and meditation, and reconnecting with nature.

Committed to honoring each client’s story, Samantha creates a space where individuals feel heard, understood, and empowered. Through reflective listening and compassionate guidance, she helps clients navigate challenges, fostering recovery, growth, and confidence.

Her experience at Samaritan Daytop Village involved supporting individuals facing addiction, co-occurring disorders, and domestic violence, including those in mandated treatment. She also has a background in career coaching, helping students navigate job opportunities and build confidence.

With a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and nonprofit experience, Samantha is dedicated to guiding individuals toward resilience, self-discovery, and lasting change.

Mars brings a deep capacity to connect with clients across diverse backgrounds, helping them uncover the beauty and strength that may have been hidden beneath layers of lived experience. She believes healing begins with a stable, nonjudgmental relationship, one where vulnerability, anger, faith, and joy all have space to breathe.

Her integrative approach is rooted in existentialism, mindfulness, narrative therapy, CBT, IFS, EFT, and Imago principles, viewing the mind, body, and environment as an interconnected system striving for balance.

Mars has worked with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, neurodivergence, attachment wounds, schizophrenia, gender transitions, and crises of faith. She is affirming of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQQIP2SAA).

Her path to counseling was as rich and varied as the people she now serves. Raised in the Midwest, Mars studied fine art at Pratt Institute before pursuing art conservation and pre-med. She worked at the Smithsonian, toured with bands as an album artist, lived in a monastery, and became a farmer, cow-milker, and cheese-maker. She earned her counseling degree in Washington State and has since worked in both community mental health and group private practice.

Mars brings curiosity, creativity, and presence to every session. She believes that while the past informs who we are, it doesn’t have to define who we become.

Dr. Sasha Tranquille, known professionally as Dr. Sasha, is a trauma-informed therapist with over a decade of experience across community mental health, behavioral health leadership, and faith-integrated counseling. She holds a Doctor of Behavioral Health (DBH), a Master’s in Health Administration (MHA), an Advanced Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Counseling (MHC), and a Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor-LP in New York.

A first-generation Haitian-American and fluent speaker of Haitian Creole, Dr. Sasha brings personal understanding and professional fluency to her work with immigrant families, historically disenfranchised communities, and culturally diverse populations. Her approach is rooted in evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Creative Arts Expression, and ABA.

She is passionate about creating a culturally attuned, spiritually grounded space for clients navigating trauma, grief, depression/anxiety, identity development, spiritual conflict or growth, and life transitions. For clients seeking to integrate faith into therapy, she provides a model that honors Christian principles while maintaining clinical excellence. She also supports neurodivergent individuals—including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (I/DD)—using ABA-informed strategies tailored to their unique needs.

Her aim is to help clients rediscover agency, reclaim identity, and experience healing throughout their mental health journey.

Sasha Pundruwillow helps clients heal what’s been broken, navigate life’s toughest moments, and build the kind of inner strength that lasts. With a warm, compassionate presence, she supports individuals facing depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress, using a blend of cognitive restructuring, conflict resolution, and holistic tools like meditation and breathwork to promote real, lasting change. Sasha’s approach is both grounded and intuitive, tailoring each session to what will truly help a person move forward, feel safe, and gain clarity.

She is a New York State-approved provisional mental health counselor and a graduate of Northwestern University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, with specialized training in child abuse and maltreatment. Sasha draws from evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She is optimistic and enthusiastic about helping people overcome life’s challenges, heal from emotional wounds, and grow into stronger, more empowered versions of themselves.

In addition to her clinical training, Sasha incorporates holistic mental health practices such as yoga, meditation, deep breathing, and chakra alignment to support mental strength, self-healing, and cognitive clarity.

Hanesha Persaud is a deeply compassionate mental health counselor who prioritizes building a foundation of trust, respect, and authenticity. Hanesha fosters a non-judgemental space in every session that honors each individual’s unique experiences, identities, and emotions. She listens not just to words, but to what is unsaid—the pauses, the tension, the subtle shifts in expression. With deep empathy and unwavering respect, she works to understand and to ask the kind of questions that lead inward, toward insight, clarity, and change. Grounded in both knowledge and intuition, Hanesha draws from evidence-based tools, but never forgets the deeply human side of her work. She creates a space where vulnerability is safe, where shame begins to dissolve, and where transformation is made possible.

As a mental health counselor who utilizes an integrative approach, Hanesha believes that each person’s journey is unique—and healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. She draws from a range of evidence-based modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic insight, and person-centered techniques, tailoring her work to fit your needs, your goals, and your pace. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, self-esteem challenges, or simply feeling stuck, Hanesha strives to create a warm, collaborative space where you feel safe, supported, and empowered. Her goal is to meet you wherever you are and walk beside you with curiosity, compassion, and respect.

Hanesha earned her Master of Arts in Applied Behavioral Psychology from St. Francis College and her Certificate of Advanced Study in Mental Health Counseling from Alfred University. She is here to help you make meaning of your experiences, rediscover your strength, clarify your path, and reconnect with the parts of yourself you may have forgotten or buried. Hanesha’s work is grounded in the belief that healing is possible—even in moments of pain or uncertainty—and that through safety, dignity, and genuine connection, meaningful transformation can occur.

Ashley Velasquez is a dedicated and compassionate mental health counselor who is passionate about supporting individuals through life’s challenges with empathy, insight, and practical tools. She understands the unique complexities each person brings to therapy and tailors her approach to help clients feel seen, valued, and empowered.

Ashley creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. Her eclectic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and psychodynamic techniques. She has experience supporting clients dealing with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, grief, eating disorders, work-related stress, stress management, and family and relational issues. Her style is collaborative, warm, and intuitive, making it easier for clients to openly explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment.

A skilled guide through life transitions, Ashley supports clients in navigating pivotal moments with self-awareness and resilience. She empowers clients to let go of unhelpful patterns, reinforce those that serve them, and develop personalized coping strategies. Her collaborative, warm, and intuitive style fosters clarity, emotional resilience, and a deeper understanding of oneself.

Ashley holds an M.S.Ed. in Mental Health Counseling from Hunter College and brings diverse experience from both hospital and private practice settings. Clients can expect a therapeutic experience that is supportive yet insightful, helping them achieve self-discovery, healing, and sustainable growth.

Flora is a dedicated and compassionate mental health counselor who brings a holistic, client-centered lens to therapy. Grounded in a relational perspective, Flora believes that clients are the true experts on their own experiences. She prioritizes building a trusting therapeutic relationship where open communication and collaboration are central to the healing process.

Flora draws from evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness practices to support each client’s unique journey. Her work acknowledges the complexity of mental health and aims to empower individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.

Beyond the therapy room, Flora is deeply committed to reducing mental health stigma and promoting awareness in her community. She earned her Master of Science in Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from St. John’s University. Outside of her practice, Flora enjoys spending time with family, running, dancing, practicing yoga, writing, or volunteering in the community—activities that reflect the integrative, balanced values she brings to both life and therapy.

Eskie believes therapy is a collaborative journey—one where you feel seen, heard, and supported as you navigate life’s challenges. Her approach is grounded in empathy and authenticity, blending traditional therapeutic techniques with mind-body awareness to help you reconnect with yourself. Whether you’re facing daily stress, life transitions, or seeking deeper self-awareness, Eskie strives to create a space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions with compassion. Eskie works with adults who are looking for a therapist who understands both the emotional and practical aspects of growth. Together, you’ll identify your strengths, uncover patterns that may be holding you back, and build tools to help you move forward with confidence. Eskie’s goal is to support you in becoming the best version of yourself—one that aligns with your values, intuition, and aspirations.

Before becoming a counselor, Eskie spent years working in corporate and higher education settings, gaining first-hand insight into the pressures of professional life. In the second half of her career, she chose to return to school to pursue her passion for mental health. Having lived in rural communities, Eskie also understands the unique challenges that come with seeking support in smaller or more remote areas. These experiences shape her work, allowing Eskie to connect with clients from a range of backgrounds while offering practical, down-to-earth guidance.

Wanda Murray is a compassionate mental health counselor dedicated to meeting clients where they are on their unique journeys. She emphasizes the importance of fostering a strong therapeutic alliance by providing an empathetic, non-judgmental environment where clients feel truly heard and validated. Wanda creates safe spaces that empower clients to openly express their thoughts and feelings, helping them navigate challenges with confidence and clarity.

Guided by a person-centered philosophy, Wanda encourages clients to focus on their strengths and resources to build peaceful, fulfilling lives. She has extensive experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, helping them manage life’s challenges and achieve meaningful growth.

Wanda integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into her practice, enabling clients to reframe their thoughts, shift perspectives, and understand how their beliefs impact behaviors. Her collaborative approach empowers clients to develop effective coping strategies, build resilience, and overcome obstacles with renewed hope and purpose. Wanda holds an Advanced Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Counseling from the University at Buffalo and a Master of Education (M.S.Ed.) in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling from Hunter College.

Alexis is a mental health counselor committed to providing a supportive space for clients to explore their personal stories. With an emphasis on creating a solid alliance between client and therapist, she believes in the power of trust and collaboration as the foundation for growth and healing. Alexis’ approach is rooted in understanding individuals’ unique narratives and valuing their personal experiences.

Alexis holds dual graduate degrees from Columbia University, earning a Master of Education in Psychological Counseling and a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling with a Bilingual Latino Mental Health Counseling specialization. This extensive training has equipped Alexis with a comprehensive understanding of diverse cultural perspectives. Fluent in Spanish, she works with clients from various backgrounds.

Primarily working with psychodynamic and person-centered approaches, Alexis incorporates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), and mindfulness practices to foster holistic treatment. Her therapeutic style focuses on creating a mind-body connection, tapping into emotions, and emphasizing individuals’ strengths to facilitate growth, resilience, and insight. Alexis has worked with individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress management issues, life transitions, and concerns about self-esteem and identity, always aiming to empower clients to lead fulfilling and balanced lives.

Andrea Singh is a compassionate Mental Health Counselor dedicated to creating a supportive, open-minded, and empathetic space for her clients. She integrates psychodynamic therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and play therapy to help individuals navigate emotional challenges while exploring past experiences that shape their present struggles. Andrea fosters a judgment-free environment where clients can express themselves freely, using creative therapeutic techniques to strengthen rapport and enhance communication.

Her passion for mental health stems from both professional experience and personal resilience, driving her commitment to helping children, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. She believes that mental health challenges are not labels but milestones of growth and resilience. Her mission is to provide a space for healing, self-discovery, and empowerment. Andrea earned her B.A. in Psychology from Queens College before obtaining her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Adelphi University’s Derner School of Psychology.

Emily Gonyea, a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor, is dedicated to fostering an affirming therapeutic environment where her clients feel genuinely acknowledged, listened to, and valued. The therapeutic bond between a therapist and client is especially powerful when a client can trust, relate to, and feel empowered by their therapist. As your counselor, Emily prioritizes establishing this robust bond, creating a pathway for her clients to heal from their past, develop skills, reach goals, and creating the life that they want.

Employing a client-centric approach, Emily meets her clients where they are at, integrating strategies from attachment theory, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). She has provided individual, group, and couples therapy and has experience working with clients with various disorders including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. She believes that a client’s childhood and past trauma shapes and influences current relationship patterns and behavioral habits. She appreciates the profound interconnection between the mind and body, and emphasizes the creation of a personalized coping skills “toolbox”. Emily holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The College of Saint Rose.

Pragya is a dedicated mental health clinician with extensive experience working with individuals of all ages. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, person-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, emotion-focused therapy, and emotional regulation therapy. As a clinician, Pragya is committed to providing personalized, effective mental health support through tailored treatment plans that address each client’s unique needs and goals.

Pragya holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health and has worked in diverse settings across Nepal and the United States, including Minnesota and California. This broad experience allows her to bring a culturally sensitive and adaptable perspective to her practice. Pragya excels in building strong therapeutic relationships, creating a safe, empathetic environment where clients can explore their challenges, develop coping strategies, and achieve meaningful personal growth.

With expertise in working competently with individuals facing a range of mental health concerns, Pragya has supported clients dealing with bipolar disorder, ADHD, neurodivergence, adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD. She is skilled in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and family systems therapy, allowing her to work effectively with clients experiencing complex emotional, relational, and situational challenges.

Pragya is passionate about empowering her clients to build resilience, regulate their emotions, and make lasting, positive changes in their lives. She is dedicated to supporting individuals in their mental health journeys and helping them navigate life’s difficulties with confidence and self-awareness.

Esti is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who believes everyone deserves a space where they feel truly heard, supported, and free from judgment. She is committed to fostering a therapeutic environment that prioritizes safety, empowerment, and unconditional acceptance. With warmth and authenticity, Esti helps clients navigate challenges and align their lives with their values through therapeutic guidance and support.

Using an integrative approach, Esti tailors therapy to each client’s unique needs. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Person-Centered Therapy to help clients build resilience, develop coping strategies, and foster meaningful change. Understanding that therapy can feel daunting, she meets clients where they are and holds space for clients to move through the therapeutic process at a pace that feels comfortable for them.

Esti firmly believes that individuals possess the strength and insight to overcome challenges. With the right guidance, they can harness their inner resources to create lasting, positive change. Her goal is to provide a non-judgmental space where clients can gain confidence, feel empowered, and take meaningful steps toward healing.

Esti earned her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Hofstra University.  She is excited to partner with you in accomplishing your goals and navigating your life. She hopes to create a strong therapeutic alliance and build a meaningful rapport with you!

Chelsea Noel is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 4 years of clinical experience, dedicated to supporting individuals through some of life’s most challenging circumstances. She earned her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Buffalo, NY, with a minor in Crime Scene Technology. Chelsea’s academic foundation is complemented by hands on experience working in high crisis environments, including her involvement in the aftermath of the Buffalo Tops Market mass shooting. She has also received national recognition for her work with a Buffalo serial killer.

Chelsea specializes in forensic mental health, as well as a broad range of concerns including generational incest, sex/porn addiction, anxiety, depression,  trauma/PTSD, anger management, and supporting those with incarcerated loved ones. Her clinical approach is both compassionate and evidence based, combining techniques from the Stable-2007 questionnaire, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),  Emotion Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Schema Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Dr. Sheila Mashack has been a practicing Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) since 2006. She is also a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC). She earned her Master’s degree at New York University and her Doctorate at St. John’s University. Skilled in methods like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT), and solution-focused therapies for trauma. These approaches help individuals struggling with depression, PTSD, ADHD, and substance use issues by providing structured tools to understand and change unhelpful patterns, manage intense emotions, and build healthier coping skills. Ideal for clients seeking practical, results-oriented strategies to address persistent mental health challenges and improve daily functioning.

Utilizes mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), interpersonal therapy (IPT), social skills training (SST), and inner child work to comprehensively address clients’ emotional and relational challenges. MBSR is particularly effective for those experiencing high levels of stress or anxiety, offering techniques that help cultivate a sense of calm and presence in everyday life. IPT and SST enhance clients’ communication and interpersonal skills, which are crucial for building and maintaining healthy relationships. Meanwhile, inner child work is integral for those looking to heal from early life traumas; it delves deep into past experiences to foster recovery and emotional liberation. These therapeutic approaches are woven together to deepen self-awareness, enhance social competencies, and strengthen emotional resilience, creating a robust framework for personal growth and healing.