Therapists in New York

Simon Bresler
Simon Bresler
My therapeutic style is interactive, warm, and emotionally present. I utilize cutting-edge therapies, such as AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) and IFS (Internal Family Systems therapy), so that my patients experience growth in real time.

Matthew Willner
Matthew Willner
I’m a licensed therapist in New York specializing in men’s mental health, with advanced training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) — an approach that helps you understand the different parts of yourself that drive your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I work with men navigating depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions, using a collaborative, non-judgmental approach that meets you where you are.
Taking the first step can often be the hardest, so I offer no-cost consultation calls to discuss what therapy together can look like.

Dr. Anica Mulzac
Dr. Anica Mulzac
Dr. Anica adopts a collaborative clinical approach to treatment, grounded in the belief that you are the expert on you, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems Theory, Racial History, Trauma Informed Lens, and Interpersonal Theory infused with the strengths-based principles of Positive Psychology and the centering techniques of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness.

Misha Firstein-Rudder
Misha Firstein-Rudder
Utilizing experiential and behavioral approaches, I provide people with a flexible and layered approach to therapy that explores internal conflict, processes painful memories, and creates actionable steps for the future. Utilizing primarily IFS, EMDR, and ACT, I work with you to explore and engage with life in a way that feels meaningful, purposeful, and valuable. If you are interested in learning more about me and my work, feel free to reach out so we can schedule a free fifteen-minute consultation call and see if we are a good fit.

Dr. Megan Piesman
Dr. Megan Piesman
I am a licensed clinical psychologist based in NYC with training in CBT, ERP (Exposure & Ritual Prevention), ACT, CPT, and Psychological Testing. I specialize in treating OCD, Anxiety, Perfectionism, and PTSD. I completed my internship at Veteran Affairs – Hudson Valley Health Care.

Matthew Frey
Matthew Frey
I use an eclectic approach to therapy, tailored to the goals and preferences of the client. My treatment style is integrative and strength-based and can incorporate tenets of CBT, motivational interviewing, crisis management, psychodynamic therapy, or trauma-informed counseling, depending on the client’s unique situation.
I enjoy nothing more than bringing out the best in others, seeing them grow, and helping them attain peace and happiness that has eluded them.

Dr. Kelly Wise
Dr. Kelly Wise
Sex, sexuality, and intimacy are concepts that we spend a lot of time pondering, but have few places or people in our lives where these topics are acceptable to bring up. The truth is everyone has sexual and intimacy concerns, but society doesn’t help us sort this stuff out. Messages about sex are everywhere in advertising, but real honest sex education is lacking. This leaves us to feel that we are isolated and alone. This can cause inner turmoil for people, and I want to create a safe environment where people can discuss their desires, fears, dreams, and beliefs about themselves. I believe that personal growth and self reflection come from support, guidance, and nurturance.

Jesse Kahn
Jesse Kahn
Starting therapy takes courage, which has the potential to transform your life. Therapy provides a unique opportunity to feel connected, heard, and understood by another human who shows up for you emotionally and empathically. All of you is welcome here. I’m a psychotherapist and sex therapist working with individuals, couples and multiple-partner relationships. I’m also the Founder and Director at The Gender & Sexuality Therapy Center, a psychotherapy group focusing on gender, sexuality, sex and relationships in NYC. I have specialized expertise working with: gender, masculinity, sexuality, non-monogamy, kink/BDSM, sexual functioning, sexual anxiety, relationship conflict, infidelity, desire differences and depression.

Dennaé Harshaw
Dennaé Harshaw
I am a collaborative psychotherapist who enjoys integrating CBT, IFS, mindfulness treatments, trauma-informed practices, somatic treatments, and psychodynamic psychotherapy in my work to offer the best care possible for my clients. I believe sexual health, understanding, and connection are vital. I know the importance of mind/body integration. I am a practitioner who truly believes that everyone heals in different ways and everyone deserves access to that healing.

Jonathan Vargas
Jonathan Vargas
I’m passionate about helping clients understand the stressors and roadblocks in their lives and develop skills and tools to ensure change is possible and sustainable.
My approach is shaped by my own healing journey through belonging, intergenerational trauma, and people-pleasing. I show up with curiosity, understanding, and a commitment to advocacy against prejudice.
My work often focuses on identity, anxiety, self-esteem, environmental stress, and life transitions. If you want honest conversations about identity, emotions, and the roles we’ve been taught to play.
If you are looking for therapy that feels human, collaborative, and built for real change, I would love to connect.

Dr. Melanie Love
Dr. Melanie Love

Joey Bukai
Joey Bukai
Many of my clients feel uncomfortable or unsatisfied going through their daily lives, though they aren’t quite sure why. This generally manifests into anxiety or depression, feeling disconnected from themselves and others, and not being able to make change. I specialize in helping clients chart a course for enlightenment and self-improvement through conversations about past and current ways of navigating the world , along with building up psychological tools to handle life’s stressors.

Dr. Peter Haugen
Dr. Peter Haugen
In my experience, few individuals come to therapy feeling that “typical” treatment categories adequately capture their difficulties, hopes, and fears.
Instead, the individuals I work with sometimes describe feeling preoccupied by aspects of important relationships, blocked in their ability to express themselves authentically, or lacking self-confidence. Initially, some may even have trouble finding the right words to describe the changes they’d like to make. Finding these words—the right words—to describe what’s wrong and what relief would look like is a central part of treatment.

Marc Diener
Marc Diener
You have a lot of choices in selecting a therapist and psychologist. What’s different about me and my practice? (1) You’re getting an expert: I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology, I completed advanced training in my postdoctoral fellowship, and I trained at prestigious institutions. (2) I am an internationally recognized scholar in psychotherapy research, personality assessment, and psychotherapy integration. (3) I have a number of specialty areas in my practice, including therapy for substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties, as well as testing for Learning Disorders, ADHD, personality assessment, and comprehensive diagnostic evaluations.

Transformation Counseling Services
Transformation Counseling Services
Transformation Counseling Services, LLC is an online health practice whose mission is to provide affordable and accessible culturally responsive counseling to individuals from historically marginalized communities. Our therapists understand the critical need for decolonized counseling spaces and access to providers from diverse cultural backgrounds.
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