Have you been feeling hopeless and disconnected? Do you feel like you put up a front to the outside world but on the inside you are unhappy and dissatisfied with life? Have you been struggling to keep up? Do you feel like no one understands what you are going through? Therapy can help. I know therapy can seem scary and vulnerable. Therefore, I make my office a safe and non- judgmental place to explore oneself, and any hardships that one is currently facing or have faced in the past. As your therapist I make it a top priority to earn your trust and build a strong therapeutic relationship. I empower my clients to realize their self worth and discover their innate resilience that allows them to get through the hardest of times. I believe in all my clients and instill the belief that change is possible no matter the situation. Experience: Sarah is a licensed master social worker. She earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Touro University and her Masters in Social Work from Wurzweiler School of Social Work. Sarah has experience working in a wide variety of settings such as hospitals, shelters, schools, residential facilities, and wilderness programs. Sarah takes her knowledge from her previous work and brings it into the therapy session. Client Focus: Vocational, Family, Group, and Individual Therapy (all ages). Types of Therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parts Work, Somatic Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Trauma-Informed Care, Play Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.

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I approach therapy as a relationship we build together. I don’t have the answers-but you do. You are the expert of your own life. But life can be loud and overwhelming. Therapy is the quiet space in between the loud moments. In sessions you will always be accepted unconditionally as you are. My approach focuses on the humanistic perspective where you guide the process at your pace in the safe haven we build together. Sessions are your time to use as you need, to explore who you are in the present moment, who you were in your past and who you wish to be in the future. Experience: Dalia Teen is a licensed master social worker having received both her Bachelor and Master degrees in Social Work from Fordham University. With over 16 years of experience she has worked with varied populations with a specialized focus on those who identify as female or as part of the LGBTQIA community. She utilizes a non-judgmental, affirming approach to her work that focuses on client comfort and trust. Client Focus: Individuals (12+), parents/caregivers Types of Therapy: CBT, DBT, Psychoanalytic Therapy Issues: Caregiving, parenting, anxiety, depression, self-empowerment, LGBTQIA+ related issues, exploration of open relationships, adjustment concerns, self-esteem, grief, relationship concerns, family issues,life transitions. More than just my work: “Nothing ever goes away until it has taught us what we need to know.” Pema Chodron

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Shenelle Kuhlor-Plummer is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She has experience providing a wide range of therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families of diverse backgrounds, often helping her clients cope with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and grief/loss.

She prioritizes the utilization of strength-based & client centered treatment interventions to help her clients feel empowered and supported. She aims to support those who may be having a difficult time navigating dating, relationships, and/or desire to have children. Areas of special interest include but are not limited to reproductive issues/infertility, postpartum, self esteem, and relationships.

She incorporates approaches that consider diversity, women’s issues, and societal pressures. Her choice modalities include but are not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.

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Desarie Nicholas, LMSW is a dually licensed social worker (NY & CO) with experience utilizing motivational interviewing, mindfulness, CBT techniques and narrative therapy to guide clients through behavior change. Desarie has a wealth of experience working with children in NYC public schools to develop their social-emotional well-being. In her work with children Desarie utilizes the CASEL competencies (self-awareness, selfmanagement, responsible decision-making, relationship skills & social awareness) to help children reach their potential and learn to self-regulate. Desarie also works with highly motivated millennials to provide a non-judgmental space for them to progress into their best selves through strengths-based approaches.

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DR. DEIRDRE SMITH, MA, MS, PhD, LMHC Dr. Smith is a Clinical Psychologist that has practiced as a dually licensed Mental Health Counselor (NY & GA) prior to obtaining a PhD in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Smith has a passion for helping others to succeed and live a healthy lifestyle. She uses a practice model based on her motto of helping others discover their best selves. She has experience helping individuals dealing with substance abuse issues, behavior modification, trauma, military behavior health, stress, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, LGBTQIA+ related issues, gender identity, dual diagnoses, and autism. Dr. Smith is experienced with vocational counseling, family and couples therapy, group and individual therapy. She also has experience with psychological and psychoeducational testing. Dr. Smith works with populations across the lifespan utilizing a variety theories and techniques including cognitive- behavioral therapy and person-centered therapy to help individuals to achieve their goals and reach their potential.

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My aim is to help each of my clients gain greater understanding of themselves and develop skills and techniques to help them meet their goals. I place special emphasis on the relationship I have with each of my clients and getting to know them in a meaningful and collaborative way. Together we will discover which therapeutic interventions feel right for you and help you move forward in getting to know your true self. My therapeutic approach is heavily influenced by Emotion Focused Therapy, as well as Psychodynamic and Attachment Theory. I also integrate directive, evidence-based interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to empower clients with skills and techniques that help them succeed and function optimally in their daily lives. Experience: Katherine is a Master’s-level School Psychologist (MSEd) and a Doctoral Candidate at Pace University toward a PsyD in School and Clinical Psychology. Katherine has experience working with children and adults in a range of therapeutic settings, including outpatient therapy, middle school, high school, day treatment programs, and inpatient hospitals. Katherine is currently employed as a Psychologist 1 at a children’s psychiatric hospital in New York State. Katherine’s specialty areas include difficulties with attachment relationships, behavioral disorders, identity and self-esteem concerns, personality disorders, psychosis, and non-suicidal self-injury. She also has a passion for working with individuals who have survived traumatic life events and those who experience dissociative symptoms through an approach that integrates narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exploratory and attachment-based interventions.

Katherine also has experience with psychological, psychoeducational, and neuropsychological assessment with individuals throughout the lifespan, ranging from infancy to adulthood.

Client Focus: Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Families, Parent Training Types of therapy: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBTP)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Emotion Focused Therapy

Exposure and Response Prevention

Family Systems Therapy

Mentalization-Based Therapy

Motivational Interviewing

Narrative Therapy

Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)

Psychodynamic Therapy

Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

Issues:

Anger Management

Anxiety

Attachment related difficulties

Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Autism

Behavioral Issues

Bipolar Disorder

Body Image

Depression

Grief

LGBTQIA+ related issues

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Parenting

Personality Disorders

Psychological Evaluation and Assessment

Self-Esteem

Self/Identity Development

Non-suicidal Self-injury (NSSI)

Suicidal Ideation

Trauma and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Women’s Issues More than just my work: I love my family, friends, and my Shih-Poo puppy. I love fresh air and sunlight. I love organized chaos. I love vibrant colors and art. I love being around children who have not yet been influenced by social expectations and unapologetically speak their truth. I love when I am able to connect with others. “Our feelings are our most genuine paths to knowledge.” – Audre Lorde

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Melissa Goldstein, LCSW Experience: Many people struggle with anxiety which keeps them awake at night. Some have thoughts that run through their mind over and over again like a broken record. Many of us are heartbroken over our children suffering from one or more issues either emotional or social. They may be overwhelmed with school or have trouble interacting with other kids.

Some children have trouble speaking to family at home, or to teachers or classmates at school. There are many children who are distressed by intrusive thoughts that limit their ability to cope or engage in life. They spend their time ruminating over the same problems or negative thoughts. Some avoid or engage in behaviors over and over again that may only provide temporary relief, or none at all. And of course, so many children, and adults as well are anguished by paralyzing phobias that limit their full participation in the activities of life.

If you, or a child of yours, suffer from any of these conditions and you are seeking help, I have over 13 years of experience working, successfully, with people like you. And I am ready to listen to, and help you as well.

Melissa has had extensive experience helping children, adolescents and adults who suffer with anxiety, selective mutism, school refusal, all types of OCD, emetophobia (fear of throwing up) and more.

She works with health care providers, along with parents and teachers of younger patients to gather the best possible picture and come up with therapies and possible solutions to the issues confronting the child.

Melissa believes in using a collaborative approach to help her clients. She creates a non-judgmental and caring space where all clients are encouraged to participate in their treatment planning. Treatment modalities include individual, family and group therapy.

Melissa has a broad and diverse background working with various age groups who face a variety of challenges. She obtained her Master’s degree in Social Work from Adelphi University. Types of therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (EXRP), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance Commitment Therapy Client Focus: Children, Adolescents, Adults (all ages) Issues and Specialty areas: Anxiety, Selective Mutism, Women’s Issues, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Emetophobia, Relationship issues, ADHD (Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) Social Skills, Stress Management, Life Transitions, Parenting, Self-Esteem

“I am not afraid of storms for I am learning how to sail my ship.” – Louisa May Alcott

More than just my work: I am married and have two daughters. I recently moved from New York to Delray Beach, Florida and am licensed to practice social work in both states. In my free time, I enjoy singing, reading going to the beach and playing pickleball.

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Marla Newborn is a licensed master social worker and an addiction specialist. She believes therapy is most effective when a genuine and trusting relationship develops - that leads to figuring it out together. Marla supports individuals, couples, and families navigate through challenging life transitions, including trauma, alcohol or drug use, sex and drug addictions, mood disorders, anxiety, and difficulties in relationships.

Marla is trained as a grief support specialist and in EMDR therapy. She helps her clients know and understand themselves more deeply through self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-acceptance.

Marla earned her MSW at Fordham University and received her bachelor’s degree from Florida State University.

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Ivana De Lucia earned her Master’s degree from the Silberman School of Social Work. She has experience helping individuals dealing with LGBTQIA+ related issues, complex trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse issues, personality disorders, gender identity, and ADHD. Ivana works with individuals across the lifespan utilizing a number of different techniques including psychodynamic therapy, cognitive- behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to help individuals to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

Types of therapy: Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT Issues: LGBTQIA+ related issues Complex trauma Anxiety Depression Mood disorders Personality disorders Substance abuse issues Gender identity Dual diagnoses ADHD

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