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CURATED THERAPY PRACTICES TO TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE



 

> “It’s a joy to be hidden and a disaster not to be found.”

— D W Winnicott
 
 

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> “I’m delighted to offer a therapy approach that is a synthesis of highly
> effective therapies, including psychodynamic psychotherapy, CBT, EMDR, Somatic
> Experiencing® and Internal Family Systems, which are compatible with the
> neurobiology of trauma. When woven together, this approach has been
> transformative for clients, and in less time than traditional talk therapy,
> sometimes just a few sessions. Someone with a complex trauma history will need
> more time, but healing does happen. Together, we target the source and help
> the Brain Re-Wire with More Adaptive Neural Networks. ”

The essence of my practice is to help clients cultivate resilience, vitality,
inner strength and enhanced emotional health and well-being. I provide
evidence-based psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, stress, grief,
relationship concerns, life transitions, and personal growth, which leads to
symptom relief and enhanced emotional well-being. With advanced, specialized
training in trauma resolution, our focus is releasing trauma wounds and
restoring the integrity of your nervous system. My integrative philosophy honors
healing the source of distress, and is rooted in psychology, physiology, and the
neuroscience of emotions, connection and relationships. Together, we target your
emotional, cognitive and somatic symptoms using modern, evidenced based
therapies. Mostly, I help people navigate the everyday problems and challenges
in their lives.

As you search for a therapist, you can feel confident that effective therapy
will help you with the following: feel understood, supported and empowered;
develop a deeper understanding of yourself and others; gain clarity and
perspective of your situation; develop healthier boundaries and communication
skills, resolve negative patterns, self-sabotage and poor coping adaptations;
gain control of your thoughts, feelings and emotions; and enjoy a healthier
relationship with yourself and others. Effective therapy will help you
experience greater resilience so that your innate strengths are more available
to you, which means you will naturally be better equipped to handle future
challenges. I offer ongoing, weekly psychotherapy, quick consults for specific
problems, EMDR therapy, couples therapy and coaching.

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ABOUT

Kim Seelbrede is an experienced New York State Licensed Psychotherapist,
Advanced EMDR & Somatic Practitioner and Couple Therapist with extensive
post-graduate training in Psychology and Mind-Body Medicine. She maintains
private practices in New York City and Bozeman Montana. Kim completed graduate
studies with high honors from New York University, and continues to expand her
knowledge and skills through ongoing advanced trainings. She is grateful to have
trained with world-renowned experts in many areas, which allows her to offer
traditional and cutting-edge transformational approaches. Her compassionate,
direct and authentic teaching and therapeutic manner allows her to deliver
excellent, comprehensive psychological care to her clients. As a New Yorker, Kim
Seelbrede has experience working with successful, high-functioning Manhattan
professionals and high-profile clients who struggle to experience optimal
emotional health, well-being and work/life balance.AD MORE

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CONSULTATION

ARE YOU STRUGGLING WITH SOMETHING AND NEED HELP FAST? AT TIMES, I AM ABLE TO
OFFER APPOINTMENTS WITHIN A DAY OR SO AFTER YOU REACH OUT. SEND ME A TEXT OR
EMAIL TO SCHEDULE. FREE YOUR MIND, LIVE YOUR LIFE AGAIN!

I specialize in consultation appointments that focus on helping you move quickly
towards resolution of a particular problem, or symptom relief from anxiety,
panic attacks, depression, a troubling circumstance and relationship concerns.
Not all problems require the commitment of a long-term psychotherapy model. You
may have a particular issue or circumstance that would benefit from one or
several highly-focused therapy sessions designed to get you back to living your
life. I specialize in comprehensive, highly-focused consultation appointments
that provide you with a wealth of information, as well as helpful insight,
support, coping skills and a plan to move forward. Most clients would say that
they gained clarity and felt better about their situation after the initial
consultation whether we decide to work together or not. Consultation
appointments are short-term, solution-oriented sessions which will help you gain
support, perspective, clarity, guidance, resources and direction.

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CONCERNS

 * Toxic Shame, negative self-concept, low-self-esteem

 * Dissociation, numbness or hypoarousal, hyperarousal

 * Addictions, substance abuse, compulsions + poor coping skills

 * Boundaries, personal empowerment, identification of needs, trouble saying no,
   compliance, appeasement + accommodation

 * Interpersonal effectiveness, + conflict avoidance

 * Empaths, HSP’S, adult children of narcissists and borderline parents

 * Codependency, submissiveness + recovery from family enmeshment

 * Guilt, loss, grief + prolonged bereavement

 * Sexual concerns, sex-positive therapy, alternative lifestyle

 * Depression (postpartum depression, SAD, bipolar disorder, situational
   depression, chronic sadness)

 * Anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, phobias, rumination, insomnia

 * Crisis counseling, life-challenges + difficult transitions

 * Self-sabotage, blocking beliefs, fear of success + failure

 * Dysfunctional relationships, communication issues, work dynamics

 * Spiritual or existential concerns, shadow work, purpose + energetic blocks

 * Chronic stress, chronic pain, work/life balance

 * Hormone imbalance, menopause, medical diagnosis, autoimmune disorders

 * Problem relationship patterns, dynamics + repetition compulsion

 


THRIVE

CHOOSE THRIVING OVER SURVIVING BEGIN YOUR HEALING JOURNEY. VISIT MY QUICK START
PAGE!

 
 


PHILOSOPHY

YOU HAVE WITHIN YOU THE INNATE POWER TO BE WELL. YOUR BODY HOLDS THE SYMPTOMS
AND THE WISDOM TO FULLY HEAL…

As an Integrative Psychotherapist, I am less likely to adhere to a single
psychological philosophy, but rather draw from a combination of traditional,
somatic, evidence-based and cutting-edge practices that I’ve learned in my
professional, advanced studies. Your therapy journey is unique to you, your
needs, your circumstances. In my experience, an individualized approach will
best support optimal growth and change.

My earliest training was a psychodynamic and relational model, which remains the
foundation of my approach. I believe in the healing power of the therapy
relationship, as well as the transformation and growth that occurs with
cognitive strategies, psychological insight and the development of
self-awareness. I believe therapists do their clients a disservice by just
focusing on the cognitive, and ignoring the symptoms and wisdom held in the body
where life-experiences live. Some evidence-based and mind-body techniques that I
integrate include: EMDR therapy, CBT and DBT skills, positive neuroplasticity
techniques, attachment-focused therapy, mindfulness-based practices,
focusing-oriented therapy, somatic experiencing, couples therapy techniques
(Gottman, EFT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, as examples. READ MORE


METHODS


RELATIONAL, INTERPERSONAL PSYCHOTHERAPY


PSYCHOANALYTIC PSYCHOTHERAPY


EMDR THERAPY & SOMATIC EXPERIENCING®


INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS (IFS)


COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT)


MINDFULNESS-BASED PRACTICES


ATTACHMENT-FOCUSED COUPLES THERAPY


TRANSFORMATIONAL LIFE COACHING


POSITIVE NEUROPLASTICITY


SERVICES


01.

INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY

Individual therapy is for anyone wishing to better understand their personal
life, work life, or relationships within the context of one-on-one conversations
with a therapist.


02.

MARRIAGE + COUPLE THERAPY

Couples therapy is for partnered individuals experiencing conflict,
communication issues, sexual/intimacy problems, or any other relationship
distress.


03.

EMDR + SOMATIC THERAPY

EMDR therapy is a modality that helps clients heal from traumatic experiences,
as well as anxiety, depression, addiction, negative self-concepts, performance
problems and much more.


04.

CONSULTATION APPOINTMENT

Not all problems require the commitment of ongoing therapy. Consultation
appointments are brief, 1-3 sessions offering guidance, clarity and solutions to
a range of concerns.

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TESTIMONIALS

Reviews


I would highly recommend Kim Seelbrede for her therapy services. I gained so
much insight and help from our first meeting which we did using teletherapy .
Very quickly she helped me understand my situation and come up with a plan to
address my problems. I left that first session feeling better and more hopeful
than I had in my previous therapy. The sessions that followed helped alleviate
my anxiety and depression and she gave me some good tools to use for future
problems. I also highly recommend teletherapy as it really works. J, Manhattan.



Kim’s EMDR work is transformational and has truly changed my life. I can say
that I’ve been able to release my emotional traumas and change some
long-standing patterns and behaviors. I also very much appreciated her warmth,
wisdom and creativity. W, NYC



I am writing to let you know that you saved my marriage when we were in a
crisis. We are very grateful for your expertise in dealing with our situation
and helping us understand the deeper issues that were impacting us. We both felt
supported throughout and were able to heal some wounds and re-connect with new
tools for the future. You may have noticed that I’ve referred friends and
colleagues to you for your guidance. With gratitude. R, London England



Kim Seelbrede helped our family through a very challenging time. Her unwavering
support and guidance was key to our becoming whole again. We all felt supported
throughout our time and we ended with skills and hope for my daughter. E, NYC



Kimberly showed me that I can be resilient through some terrifying parts of my
life and we worked through many traumas. Her meditations were incredibly
helpful. I use them to this day. M, California



Your counseling and intuitive work has helped me with some major challenges with
my work and family. Even though we’ve never met in person, I feel a deep
connection and support in our work together. I always appreciate your depth and
insight. Online therapy sessions were better than I had hoped. L, Maine



Kimberly is a gifted therapist and very open and understanding. I am a physician
with a busy work and personal life. Her relationship guidance and advice was
extremely helpful. As a scientist, I yearned for deeper meaning. She has helped
me connect to my spiritual side and has been my spiritual counselor and go-to
therapist for years. Her guided meditations are unbelievable. -MD, Manhattan


 


 EMDR+


WELCOME TO A DEEPER HEALING JOURNEY WHERE GREATER TRANSFORMATION IS POSSIBLE…

When traditional “talk” therapy is not enough to resolve distressing symptoms,
it’s time to try a different model of care. EMDR therapy is the one treatment
method that is consistently powerful for my clients, especially when combined
with other proven and highly-effective therapy techniques that are compatible
with the neurobiology of trauma. I’ve trained in many modalities, yet I find
myself returning to EMDR again and again. EMDR Therapy has changed my practice
because it works, and it transforms suffering, thus lives. Depending on your
unique needs, chosen therapy modalities may include: EMDR, Psychodynamic
Psychotherapy, CBT, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness and Somatic
Experiencing®.

EMDR treatment is an extensively researched, proven and effective method to help
people recover from distressing life experiences, trauma, anxiety, panic,
phobias, accidents and much more. EMDR is not just for trauma, it is also an
excellent technique to enhance performance for athletes and creatives, work and
professional endeavors. In many instances EMDR can be offered to clients
virtually. Virtual EMDR is an effective and powerful tool to add to your therapy
healing journey, as an adjunct to your existing therapy or as a stand-alone
solution. I now offer an intensive EMDR model for clients, when appropriate,
which may be a healing option to speed recovery and processing

READY TO HEAL AND TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE WITH EMDR THERAPY?

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COUPLES


WHAT DOESN’T GET REPAIRED GETS REPEATED IN ALL SIGNIFICANT RELATIONSHIPS…

Couples tend to enter therapy feeling confused, betrayed, misunderstood,
wounded, resentful, lonely, disconnected and weary after years of trying to
manage their problems alone. I provide attachment-focused couples therapy that
allows partners to identify patterns and dynamics that have origins in the past,
that are now being reenacted in the present. These habitual and unhelpful
patterns kept partners from enjoying a mature and reality-based relationship. A
here-and-now relationship helps partners respond to the underlying needs and
emotions that form the basis of trust and safety in all significant
relationships. The marriage and couples therapy that I offer supports couples in
creating and strengthening emotional bonds, which can lead to increased feelings
of security and closeness in both partners. Because partners bring their own
unique dynamics into relationships, effective couples therapy can help motivated
partners navigate difficult transitions and challenges, and also heal trauma
wounds when present. In many cases, couples have suffered a trauma in their
relationship, such as a betrayal or infidelity, a difficult loss or change in
circumstance, or another type of crisis that creates relational stress.

I welcome all types of relationships and have experience working with married,
unmarried, polyamorous, kink, LGBTQ, and bi-racial couples. I offer online
couples and marriage counseling to busy New Yorkers, which means we can meet in
the comfort of your own home or the personal space of your choosing using a
HIPPA-compliant, easy to use Telehealth platform. In my work with couples, I
blend what I’ve found to be helpful including elements of Emotionally-Focused
Therapy (EFT), The Gottman Method, psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR and
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

IDENTIFY AND BREAK UNHELPFUL PATTERNS THAT LEAD TO RESENTMENT, DISCONNECT AND
CHRONIC RELATIONSHIP DISTRESS…

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 PSYCHOTHERAPY


HEAL YOUR PAST, RECLAIM YOUR FUTURE…

You are here because you may feel lost, “stuck” or face difficult circumstances.
Lifelong patterns and dynamics that are not identified and repaired are repeated
again and again. Getting support from someone on the outside, like an
experienced therapist, can give you the clarity you need to process these
experiences, so you can have a mature, realistic and reality-based relationship
with yourself and others. The support and insight you receive in therapy can
help you develop healthier coping skills and uncover the unconscious conflicts
and obstacles that are keeping you from having the life that you desire. Gaining
the necessary insight to make changes and increase self-awareness can greatly
enhance many aspects of your life, including your relationships and professional
achievement. The therapy process can help you have healthier relationships, gain
new perspectives, reach your goals and remain resilient during stressful and
challenging times. Therapy can help you feel less alone with your problems or
life-challenges, as well as feel supported as you work to improve your
circumstances. In an effort to better understand what may be making your life
feel difficult, we’ll explore your experience and customize specific tools you
can start using immediately to feel better and have more control of your
emotions and your life, such as movement, nutrition and sleep. As a New York
State licensed Psychotherapist, I am delighted to offer busy New Yorkers virtual
therapy that is highly-individualized, effective and convenient.

THERAPY HELPS YOU FEEL BETTER, WORK BETTER AND LIVE BETTER.

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EXPECTATIONS

 

 * Gain support through a personal crisis, transition, loss, trauma or
   challenging situation

 * Uncover unconscious obstacles and blocking beliefs that may be sabotaging
   your success and happiness

 * Address dissociation, body image, eating disorders, compulsions, addictions,
   substance use or abuse and obsessions using cutting-edge therapies such as
   specific EMDR Therapy protocols and Somatic Experiencing Techniques

 * Learn to identify important thoughts, feelings, emotions and motivations

 * Develop enhanced self-awareness as well as empathy and compassion for self
   and others

 * Break through blocks in intimacy; detach from unhealthy relationships; break
   patterns of repetition in significant relationships

 * Learn to identify triggers that lead to anger, confusion and relationship
   dysfunction

 * Develop effective, assertive communication skills in personal and
   professional situations

 * Learn more adaptive coping skills, self-care rituals, self-acceptance,
   mindfulness and habits to create a healthy work-life balance

 * Uncover patterns of crippling perfectionism that interfere with achievement,
   success and personal happiness

 * Process and heal painful feelings of loneliness, disappointment, sadness,
   loss, grief, guilt, shame, anger, envy and fear

 * Resolve trauma and abuse symptoms, develop healthier boundaries and heal
   early attachment wounds

 * Obtain consultations for referrals to psychopharmacologists, psychiatrists,
   psychologists, mental health experts, allied professionals, conventional and
   alternative medical practitioners 

 


VIRTUALLY

WHEREVER YOU ARE IN THE WORLD, YOU CAN KEEP YOUR THERAPY APPOINTMENT

> “As A Licensed Psychotherapist With A Private Practice In New York City, I
> Know That Busy New Yorkers Can’t Always Take Time Out Of Their Day Or Week To
> Commute To Therapy Sessions. Teletherapy Is A Modern Option That Has Become
> The Preferred Way To Conduct Therapy And Counseling For Many, Especially Those
> Who Work Or Travel, Couples With Young Children Or Different Schedules, Young
> Adults, College Students, Expats And Individuals In Remote Areas Without
> Access To Licensed Mental Health Professionals. In Case You Were Wondering,
> Research Now Shows That Therapy Sessions Conducted By Telehealth Are Just As
> Effective As Face To Face Sessions. ”

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KIMBERLY SEELBREDE, LCSW, LLC INTEGRATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY & MIND BODY MEDICINE,
LLC

Licensed Psychotherapist: New York #079234 New Mexico #C-10863 All website
photography by Kim Seelbrede

Integrative Psychotherapy New York is a Boutique Psychotherapy Practice serving
residents of New York, New York City, Long Island, Brooklyn and Virtually. We
are licensed to practice Psychotherapy and are reimbursed by insurance. Kim
Seelbrede and colleagues offer Adult Psychotherapy & Counseling, Somatic & EMDR
Therapy, Trauma-Informed Treatment, Mindfulness & Meditation, Marriage & Couple
Therapy, Psychological Consultation & Transformational Life Coaching.

 

 
 


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THERAPY FAQ’S


 * HOW DO I BEGIN VIRTUAL COUNSELING AND WHAT DO I NEED TO HAVE EFFECTIVE
   THERAPY?
   
   
   You live in New York and would like to begin therapy but committing to an
   office commute makes it all feel too difficult. Modern technology makes
   working with your therapist virtually easy. I am able to use FaceTime, Skype,
   Doxyme or your preferred way of connecting. My favorite way to connect is
   using SimplePractice which is secure and HIPPA-compliant. Once we’ve agreed
   to work together, I add you to my system and send you a link.
   
   
   
   What do you need? You must have a reliable WiFi connection and a computer,
   tablet or phone. You can use the browser of your choice or you can download
   the SimplePractice App. You will also need privacy and to be in an area that
   offers few distractions. If you live in New York, I am licensed to practice
   psychotherapy, and as such, you may be able to be reimbursed for therapy
   sessions. If you live outside of New York and Manhattan, I offer coaching and
   consultation appointments.


 * WHAT THERAPY OPTIONS DO YOU OFFER ONLINE AND CAN WE DO EMDR VIRTUALLY?
   
   
   As a New York City-based psychotherapist, I am able to provide many of the
   same clinical approaches in my work with online clients that I use in-person,
   including: psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR therapy, focusing-oriented
   therapy, cognitive therapy and CBT skills, mindfulness, meditation support,
   self-care practices, couples therapy, coaching techniques and positive
   neuroplasticity techniques.
   
   
   
   Yes, it’s possible to do EMDR therapy online in some circumstances with
   stable and healthier clients. In many situations and for high-functioning
   clients, EMDR therapy can be done online using any number of online
   communication tools such as skype, facetime, or a HIPPA-compliant platform.
   EMDR therapy works by using bilateral stimulation of the brain, either
   through eye movements or tapping, while focusing on negative beliefs,
   experiences and memories.
   
   
   
   EMDR therapy conducted online is done using


 * DO YOU OFFER FLASH CONSULTATION APPOINTMENTS AND COACHING ONLINE?
   
   
   Many opt for short-term therapy for a variety of reasons. I consult with
   individuals and families about personal and life challenges, a difficult
   transition or a crisis that may benefit from a focused, solution-based
   approach using assessment, education, guidance, advice, support and
   appropriate resources.
   
   
   
   One example might be a family member who is struggling with an addiction
   and/or a mental health issue. Consultations tend to be time-limited,
   solution-focused and goal-oriented in nature. Therapy consultations allow a
   client, parent or family member to explore concerns and to make decisions or
   changes in their lives that move them in a helpful direction. The
   consultation process is an opportunity to speak extensively about any
   problems and concerns in your current situation.
   
   
   
   What makes this different from psychotherapy is that the experience is
   limited, usually only two or three sessions, sometimes more, and is not meant
   to replace ongoing therapy. A consultation can help a client gain advice,
   insight, perspective, guidance and resources for their particular
   circumstance. At the end of the consultation process, I offer clients my
   assessment and a recommendation for treatment or referrals. I provide
   consultation services to individuals, those seeking second opinions, parents,
   concerned family members, mental health professionals on case concerns, and
   other professionals.
   
   
   
   Consultations can be conducted by telephone, online via Skype or a secure,
   HIPPA compliant internet source and are especially helpful for those who do
   not have access to a therapist because they live in remote areas and don’t
   have access to skilled, experienced therapists.


 * DO YOU PROVIDE ONLINE MARRIAGE, COUPLE AND FAMILY THERAPY?
   
   
   Online couples counseling sessions are delivered through a HIPAA protected
   online video platform called SimplePractice. Remote therapy provides
   confidentiality and is regulated by the same local and federal laws as “in
   office” therapy. The software that I use is easy and similar to Skype or
   FaceTime. My clients quickly become accustomed to the platform and many find
   that Teletherapy is as effective as in-person sessions. Telehealth counseling
   can be used anytime from the comfort of your home and is a great option for
   clients who have children, busy schedules or are in different locations but
   still want to receive counseling. So yes, my clients who prefer online
   relationship, marriage or couples counseling are quite satisfied with virtual
   sessions.


 * COACHING VS THERAPY, IS THERE A DIFFERENCE?
   
   
   What’s the difference between life coaching and therapy? In my opinion, the
   short answer is not very much. Many individuals prefer to be coached as it
   feels less stigmatizing to hire a coach. It is often said that coaches work
   with healthy people and therapists work with the mentally ill. Actually,
   therapists often work with healthy individuals in the form of brief and
   focused work, and even long term therapy. And coaches, because they are not
   trained to work with mental health concerns, are often coaching individuals
   who would be better served working with professionals. Coaching, a
   billion-dollar industry, seems to be a more palatable option for many because
   of the mental health stigma in our culture. Truth is, you can have positive
   and negative experiences with both. What follows is a longer answer to the
   question, “what’s the difference between therapy and coaching.”
   
   
   
   Therapists and life coaches are frequently asked the question, and I believe
   the differences are overstated. Coaches and therapists tend to say that
   “coaching is present-focused” and that “therapy focuses on the past and
   pathology.” I wish it were this simple, but I feel it’s impossible to be this
   absolute about what’s actually happening during the coaching or therapy
   sessions. In my opinion, therapists provide coaching and coaches are
   frequently diving into the scope of therapy, without a license. This can get
   murky.
   
   
   
   Tony Robbins, on his website states that “one of the most common
   misconceptions about life coaching is that it is therapy in disguise – or
   worse yet –therapy from an unlicensed practitioner. In reality, life coaching
   is truly its own unique service designed to help ambitious achievers meet the
   outcomes that will bring them success and fulfillment in any and all areas of
   life.” Robbins goes on to say “In life coaching, a client works with a coach
   who is not a healthcare professional to clarify goals and identify obstacles
   and problematic behaviors in order to create action plans to achieve desired
   results. The main way that a life coach vs. therapist works is that the life
   coach takes the client’s current starting point as an acceptable neutral
   ground and is more action-based from that point onward. A life coach enables
   the person receiving treatment to take control of their life and take action
   to steer it toward their goals.”
   
   
   
   So, what happens when the “ambitious achiever” reaches out to fix their
   problems? A client makes contact because they are missing something in their
   life or they feel stuck. They would like to fulfill their dreams, feel
   happier, be more successful, have better relationships. Together they begin
   mining for the reasons these goals are not currently being met. They dig
   deeper in the spirit of understanding the source. For the work to be helpful,
   it’s generally useful to acknowledge that problems have deeper roots.
   Patterns are also maintained for some pretty adaptive reasons even if
   unhelpful in the present. Professionals collaborate with their client to
   identify the “obstacles and problematic behaviors” in order to co-create
   “action plan” that Tony Robbins mentions on his coaching website. The action
   plan is meant to help the client move forward. The therapist or coach then
   begins to look at the clients life. Coaches employ helpful tools such as the
   wheel of life, re-named by many coaches and groups, but still the same tool
   designed to help clients look at the many aspects of their lives. These areas
   generally consist of 8-20 areas that can be evaluated and measured to
   determine life satisfaction and life balance. As they look at the areas that
   are solid as well as deficient, they discover a theme. Let’s use depletion as
   an example.They notice in the Wheel of Life that they are not thriving in
   areas like money, career, body satisfaction, community, negative habits,
   play, etc. and naturally determine that they have trouble setting boundaries
   and saying no.
   
   
   
   Let’s dive deep into the problem of “sociotropy” otherwise know as “people
   pleasing.” If a coach is trying to help a client understand why they continue
   as a people pleaser, this will require some digging around and honest inquiry
   into how that symptom came to be. Obviously, you can’t just tell them to stop
   the behavior because that just wouldn’t work! It’s a complicated,
   long-perfected strategy that has served the client in many ways, some good
   and adaptive, some not so good. As a young developing child, and for some, as
   a trauma response, it was adaptive. Now, it’s keeping the client from having
   the life and dream they desire. They are too depleted and exhausted to thrive
   because they are over extended. Why does this symptom develop? Sometimes
   they’ve had this modeled by a parent, but often, it is deeply-rooted in the
   desire to be cared for, or other deeply-held beliefs such as “I don’t
   deserve…” or “I am not enough.” Many coaches would say you’ve developed this
   personality aspect to manipulate or feel like a superior human by taking on
   so much, but that misses the point. What happened is that you learned to
   dissociate, that is, you’ve disconnected from yourself, others, your life.
   It’s a deeper wound that needs tending to. It is often a primal fear of being
   rejected, abandoned and left alone. Coaching would offer support and
   accountability around setting boundaries for a client, helpful, but likely
   not enough for many. If you are a people-pleaser and would like to make
   strides in your life, I recommend finding a therapist who is trained in IFS
   or Internal Family Systems. This type of therapy can help you compassionately
   understand and heal the exiled parts of yourself (the wounded kid in you)
   that keeps you imprisioned. You may also find that EMDR therapy and Somatic
   Experiencing provides complete healing with these early experiences and will
   help you strengthen your inner resources so that you can live a more
   authentic life.


 * WHAT CHANGES CAN I EXPECT TO SEE IN THERAPY AND WHAT KIND OF THERAPY SHOULD I
   LOOK FOR?
   
   
   The change that you seek begins with the decision to move forward and take
   action. The help that you gain from therapy depends on many things, but
   motivation is a key factor. Effective therapy helps you understand the
   relationship between your thoughts, feelings, emotions, perceptions, values,
   and behaviors, as examples. Good therapy outcomes help you gain relief from
   unpleasant feelings and thoughts, create more fulfilling and meaningful
   relationships, and gain more pleasure, mastery and control in your life.
   
   
   
   As a successful psychotherapist with a private practice in New York City, I
   can tell you that many people are afraid to reach out for help, and for
   various reasons. Even savvy, sophisticated New Yorkers struggle with asking
   for help as it relates to mind, body, emotions and behaviors. Sadly, the
   stigma around getting help for emotional issues and mental health care still
   exists in our culture, even though all of us at one time or another will
   struggle with mental health concerns, even if mild. The lack of support for
   mental health care results in a barrier to treatment for so many who would
   benefit. Mental health professionals such as psychologists, clinical social
   workers and professional counselors are often viewed as threatening. It seems
   that our society is unable and unwilling to give mental health the same
   priority as physical health, and yet, there is an exquisite interplay between
   the mind and body, as research reveals. Chronic stress and all levels of
   unresolved trauma can lead to changes in various parts of the brain which
   affects mood, behavior and other important functions. Unprocessed negative
   experiences and traumas are also the source of many modern physical ailments.
   Some examples of trauma and PTSD-related physical concerns include:
   cardiovascular disease, arthritis, asthma, chronic pain, diabetes, GI issues,
   dermatological problems, fibromyalgia, as some examples. And of course, the
   emotional problems that mental health experts see are: anxiety, depression,
   panic, agoraphobia, dissociation, self-harm, alcohol abuse, addictions, as
   examples. Stressful events impact us in many ways. Stephen Porges, Ph.D who
   developed the polyvagal hypothesis, proposed that our sensory systems have
   developed so we can feel things like closeness and comfort around others.
   However, when we experience peril, no matter how big the threat, the other,
   crude pieces of our sensory system kick in. This causes fight, flight and
   freeze which controls our reaction, and the entire parasympathetic sensory
   system. When we fail to successfully process and move through these
   experiences, large and small, our nervous systems are negatively impacted and
   we suffer the physical and mental health consequences. For this reason, many
   psychotherapists integrate healing somatic practices into traditional
   psychotherapy sessions.
   
   
   
   Which is to say that we all suffer to some degree and mental health matters;
   tending to your mind and mental health should be tended to in the same way
   that we care for the body. You may say that you don’t need to work with a
   therapist because you have people in your life to talk to. Or perhaps you
   struggle with not wanting to burden others with your problems. Even though
   you may have good friends or family members to talk with, a trained
   psychotherapist or psychologist has the expert professional training to help
   you see things through a new or different lens, and even challenge and
   support you in ways that the people in your life cannot because they are to
   close and have blindspots. A skilled psychotherapist can also teach you ways
   to ease the distressing symptoms you may be experiencing, such as internal
   conflict, self-sabotage, anger, stress, panic, overwhelm, anxiety, insomnia,
   chronic pain, depression and substance use, addictions and relationship
   problems. Experts can help you identify and move through blocks and obstacles
   to good mental health. Your mental health concerns have lead to years and
   decades of suffering, shame and embarrassment. You may not know this, but you
   do deserve to have a healthier relationship with yourself and others.
   
   
   
   When you decide to reach out for help and work with a psychotherapist or
   other professional who practices in New York, effective therapy and
   counseling can help you gain relief from unpleasant feelings and thoughts,
   create more fulfilling and meaningful relationships, and gain more pleasure
   and control in your life. The right kind of therapy can help you get to the
   root of your distress, and release it, as well as help you learn ways to
   become more self-aware, cope with difficult emotions, improve your mood, gain
   control, feel connected to others, develop the skills to handle future
   problems, and live a more fulfilling and satisfying life. Therapy can help
   you know yourself better, and this can generalize to understanding others,
   both personally and professionally.
   
   
   
   Psychotherapists can provide support, practical problem-solving skills, and
   enhanced coping strategies for many challenges and issues, including helping
   you feel less alone with your problems. Many people also find that counselors
   or psychotherapists can help with career concerns, professional
   relationships, self-esteem, family of origin concerns, marriage issues,
   sexuality, identity concerns, parenting challenges, developing healthier
   habits, understanding thoughts, feelings and emotions, balancing the stress
   of daily life and goal-setting. Trained mental health professionals can help
   you see the things that you cannot and the ways in which you self-sabotage.
   
   
   
   Many people who would benefit from working with a therapist present to the
   world as “having it together,” but quietly, they suffer. In my Manhattan
   psychotherapy practice, I see high-achieving, very successful individuals who
   experience emptiness, unhappiness, disappointment, loneliness, stress,
   anxiety, addictive states and relationship dysfunction. These concerns can
   lead to less than desirable coping solutions such as addictions, alcohol and
   drug abuse, eating problems, other behavioral concerns, distress in
   relationships and sleep deficits. Psychotherapists and psychologists can
   provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or help their clients
   discover helpful solutions. Many lasting benefits can be obtained from
   personal counseling, marriage and couples therapy and group therapy. You can
   learn more about therapy from the American Psychological Association or APA
   which has helpful information about a range of mental health concerns. As it
   pertains to de-mystifying and de-stigmatizing mental health, we should talk
   about mental health problems the same way we discuss a virus or diabetes, and
   we should have conversations with kids, early, in an effort to normalize a
   range of mental health problems.
   
   
   
   When you search for a therapist, psychotherapist or psychologist in New York,
   you may be confused about the right kind of therapy for you. It’s is very
   confusing especially with so many useful and effective therapies and
   modalities. This depends on your needs and symptoms. There are many types of
   good therapy that can assist healing. What follows are some common types of
   psychotherapy that many mental health professionals may recommend.
   
   
   
   Psychodynamic psychotherapy or insight-oriented therapy is a type of talk
   therapy that focuses on identifying internal conflicts and resolving negative
   emotions and behavior patterns rooted in past experiences. Free association
   is encouraged as you discuss whatever is on your mind. New York City offers
   an array of therapists, including psychoanalysts. You and your therapist will
   then work through past experiences and identify unconscious patterns of
   emotions and behaviors that are impacting your ability of have the life that
   you desire and the relationships you need. As you learn how the experiences
   in your past may have influenced your behaviors in the here and now, you
   learn new skills to overcome unhealthy behaviors. Psychodynamic psychotherapy
   is typically used to treat anxiety and mood disorders, panic disorder,
   phobias, self-sabotage and traumatic experiences.
   
   
   
   Interpersonal therapy (IPT) focuses on your interpersonal relationships to
   improve interpersonal skills. During IPT, you’ll work with your therapist to
   assess your social interactions, identify negative patterns, and learn new
   ways to interact positively with other people daily. These improved
   relational skills generalize to both your personal and professional
   relationships.
   
   
   
   Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) uses a combination of cognitive therapy
   and behavioral therapy to explore the relationships between your thoughts,
   feelings, and behaviors. During CBT, you’ll work closely with your therapist
   to identify unhealthy thought patterns and how they may be causing your
   problematic behaviors and beliefs. By learning to recognize negative thought
   patterns, you’ll develop healthy ways of thinking that may lead to more
   positive beliefs and behavior patterns. If self-esteem is an issue, CBT can
   help you replace negative thoughts about yourself with different, healthier
   and more realistic self-concepts.
   
   
   
   Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) combines CBT methods with mindfulness
   techniques. Originally used to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD),
   DBT involves a combination of both individual and group therapy. Currently,
   psychologists and psychotherapists use DBT methods to treat addictions and
   substance abuse, eating disorders, a range of personality disorders, and
   self-harming behaviors. Additionally, various mental health disorders,
   including depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety disorders can be
   successfully treated by DBT therapy. DBT builds on CBT by emphasizing
   validation and the acceptance of negative feelings, thoughts and behaviors
   instead of struggling. DBT also helps reduce the frequency of dangerous
   behaviors by supporting individual strengths, increasing coping skills, and
   using positive reinforcement to motivate change.
   
   
   
   Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is commonly used to
   treat PTSD. EMDR is a modality that practitioners commonly integrate with
   other therapy modalities. According to previous studies, EMDR is the most
   effective, short-term intervention to reduce the emotional distress
   associated with traumatic experiences. EMDR is now used to support and help
   patients heal from a range of mental health concerns, including depression,
   self-sabotage, negative self-worth and more. Many patients require fewer
   sessions compared to other types of treatment to resolve symptoms. During
   EMDR, patients learn new ways to replace adverse emotional reactions with
   more positive responses and beliefs. Many New York psychotherapists offer
   EMDR therapy as part of their treatment offerings and many are happy to
   provide adjunctive EMDR as you continue to work with your own therapist.
   
   
   
   Group counseling and support groups are beneficial for individuals with a
   variety of concerns, including: obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD),
   substance abuse, addiction, depression, loss and grief, and more. By
   connecting with others in a group setting, patients can find new ways to cope
   with challenging situations and gain support of the group community. Many
   feel helped and supported in group treatment settings.
   
   
   
   Couples counseling and family therapy are forms of counseling in which
   couples or families work with a psychotherapist to sort out difficulties in
   their relationships. Relationship and marriage counseling helps couples
   resolve infidelity and betrayal, intimacy and sexual problems, communications
   difficulties, dysfunctional dynamics and more. Family therapy is useful to
   address family dynamics and can help family members and loved ones understand
   and support those with mental health disorders, especially individuals with
   eating disorders, addictions, depression.
   
   
   
   There are many types of effective therapies and it’s worth researching the
   best kind of therapy for you. Psychology Today offers a helpful list of the
   many types of modalities to help you heal and thrive. If you are looking for
   a therapist within New York, or somewhere else, you can use the Psychology
   Today search options.


 * PSYCHOTHERAPISTS, PSYCHOLOGISTS, PSYCHOANALYSTS AND PSYCHIATRISTS, IT'S ALL
   SO CONFUSING, WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?
   
   
   As a licensed psychotherapist practicing in New York City, this is a
   frequently asked question and all clients seeking mental health services
   should understand what these levels of training actually mean.
   
   
   
   Many therapy group practices charge normal or high fees to work with
   pre-licensed or newly-licensed therapists who are undergoing supervision to
   earn their 3000 mandatory hours. This means that as a newly-licensed
   therapist, they are unable to work autonomously in private practice and must
   work under a licensed professional. Your therapist or counselor will need to
   discuss your case at weekly meetings with their supervising therapist. I
   believe this practice should be disclosed to individuals who are seeking
   therapy because they are likely unaware of this now common practice. You have
   the right to ask questions and know the status or experience level of your
   provider.
   
   
   
   I graduated from NYU Masters of Social Work Program which enables me, as a
   licensed clinical social worker, to practice psychotherapy autonomously in
   private practice. As an LCSW, my license provides for diagnostic and
   counseling privileges.
   
   
   
   In addition to my graduate training, I have receive and trained extensively
   and intensively for over a decade in many other areas so that I could offer
   more skills to assist healing.
   
   
   
   A psychotherapist is a licensed mental health professional who may have an
   MD, Master’s or Doctoral degree and uses “talk therapy” as well as
   somatic-based approaches to help people experience and understand their
   emotional lives. Psychotherapists may be psychiatrists, psychologists,
   licensed clinical social workers, counselors and marriage and family
   therapists. They have varying years of foundation training, and some, but not
   all, go on to receive advanced, post-graduate training in specialized areas.
   
   
   
   Psychiatrists are MD’s and are able to prescribe medication but may not
   provide psychotherapy, however some do. Many psychiatrists are trained to
   provide a range of psychotherapies to assist their patients. CBT Training is
   a good fit for many psychiatrists to help their clients overcome emotional
   and behavioral problems.
   
   
   
   A psychologist has a doctoral degree in philosophy, or PsyD doctoral degree
   in psychology as a foundation, with a focus on research or clinical. They may
   or may not have received additional training in specialized therapeutic
   methods beyond what they learned in graduate school. Some Psychologists work
   in research, others provide therapy.
   
   
   
   Psychoanalysts have been through an extensive training experience which
   includes their own psychoanalysis or psychological exploration. They help
   people develop awareness of unconscious aspects of the mind. Some training
   institutes are allowing individuals with any graduate degree (law, history,
   as examples) study psychoanalysis and become a psychoanalyst which allows
   them to provide mental health care. You may not know whether your therapist
   has had their own therapy, it’s a question that you can ask. It makes sense
   that a therapist should understand their own thoughts, feelings and
   motivations before helping others. Individual therapy is not mandated for
   mental health providers.


 * I'VE TRIED "TALK" THERAPY AND WOULD LIKE SOMETHING DIFFERENT. I'VE HEARD
   ABOUT EMDR, WHAT'S IT LIKE?
   
   
   As a specialist in trauma-focused therapy and an advanced EMDR practitioner,
   I help people heal from traumatic experiences using EMDR and other helpful
   somatic-based therapies. If you have faced episodic distress or traumatic
   events, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing or EMDR focuses on
   lessening those traumatic memories to minimize negative emotions and
   physiological triggers.
   
   
   
   Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing or EMDR, is a psychotherapy
   approach discovered by Francine Shapiro, that demonstrates we can heal from
   psychological and emotional wounds, limitations, obstacles and blocks.
   
   
   
   EMDR therapy identifies and addresses experiences that have overwhelmed the
   brain’s natural coping capacity and resilience, which has led to traumatic
   symptoms and harmful coping mechanisms, thus helping clients reprocess
   traumatic information leading to a more peaceful and integrated resolution.
   Negative, painful thoughts and beliefs are replaced with more adaptive and
   realistic “here and now” perceptions and self-concepts. EMDR treatment is
   based on the neuroscience of the brain and uses the technique of bilateral
   stimulation to process through memory networks and release the emotional
   charge associated with distressing thoughts, memories and blocks.
   
   
   
   The theoretical model underlying EMDR is called the Adaptive Information
   Processing Model (AIP), which posits that there are events in our lives that
   may be overwhelming, terrifying, traumatic or otherwise distressful that get
   “stuck” in our brain impacting our nervous system. These “stuck” experiences
   may lead to distressing physical and psychological symptoms. EMDR therapy
   addresses the root cause of distress and suffering and releases trauma held
   in the body, thus healing the nervous system. As such, clients have a better
   chance of leading a symptom-reduced life.
   
   
   
   Compared to traditional forms of therapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy
   or CBT, EMDR has proven to be more effective as a healing modality because it
   addresses the root cause of distressful symptoms. Clients utilizing EMDR
   appear to have less chance of their problems returning in the future after
   treatment is complete, because healing is believed to take place at the level
   of the nervous system. EMDR has been broadly studied and has been proven to
   be effective by extensive research. EMDR is a researched and evidenced-based
   form of therapy.
   
   
   
   EMDR is now accepted as a treatment of choice by trauma organizations and
   mental health organizations around the world. EMDR has been approved as an
   effective treatment for PTSD by the respected American Psychological
   Association, American Psychiatric Association, The Department of Defense and
   the Veteran's Administration, The International Society for Traumatic Stress
   Studies, The World Health Organization, and more.
   
   
   
   EMDR is highly-researched, and has the validation of the American
   Psychological Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the
   Department of Defense and the Veteran’s Administration, as it relates to
   treatments for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD. People who have
   participated in performance enhancement therapy such as competitive athletes
   and performers often report that they are more self-confident and that
   unconscious blocks to performance are greatly reduced.
   
   
   
   In short, EMDR therapy targets disturbing memories and events that have lead
   to depression, anxiety, phobias, avoidance, addictions, performance problems,
   impaired functioning, and other symptoms of trauma utilizing the principles
   of neuroscience.


 * DO YOU OFFER VIRTUAL THERAPY SESSIONS AND IS ONLINE PSYCHOTHERAPY AS
   EFFECTIVE AS IN-PERSON THERAPY?
   
   
   According to recent research, remote therapy is just as effective as
   face-to-face psychotherapy sessions. It may not be your preference, and
   that’s a personal choice, but is has been show to help people in the same way
   as in-office sessions. Virtual video therapy sessions (teletherapy,
   telehealth, telemedicine, online therapy) and phone therapy are effective
   even if we’ve never met in-person. it's not just individual therapy that
   works remotely, but online therapy can effectively be used when working with
   families and couples. It's especially helpful for couples who seek marital
   and relationship counseling and are in different locations.
   
   
   
   For years, I have worked virtually with individuals who have never been to my
   manhattan therapy office. Many begin with office therapy but may move to a
   different location and wish to keep their therapist. At some point, you may
   wish to have psychotherapy sessions in-person and that's often an option.
   
   
   
   Some clients who are high-profile have a greater need for privacy and
   discretion, they enjoy the relative anonymity by avoiding waiting rooms or
   being seen entering a medical/therapy suite.
   
   
   
   Teletherapy has advanced the delivery of mental health care services. It
   makes mental health resources easier for people to obtain, which is important
   considering how scarce these resources are in our society. Many of my
   psychotherapy patients are unable to travel to my New York City office
   because of work, family or geographical constraints. Teletherapy is also
   helpful for shy, avoidant and socially anxious individuals who struggle to
   reach out or engage with therapists. Online therapy is a great option for
   people who live far away from quality mental health professionals and
   therapists. Or they may be in need of specialized care. Of course, many New
   Yorkers struggle to make time for therapy sessions because they are busy and
   over-scheduled. Telehealth is convenient and flexible for those individuals
   who have lifestyle demands that make commuting to therapy impossible.
   
   
   
   It's important to state that teletherapy is not for everyone. Individuals
   with serious mental illness are better served meeting their mental health
   professional in an office setting. That said, remote therapy may be better
   than no therapy for many.
   
   
   
   Research tells us that virtual or online therapy is just as effective as
   face-to-face sessions, and if you need therapy and your schedule or lifestyle
   demands makes commuting a barrier to treatment, then online therapy is the
   best option for you. According to the American Telemedicine Association,
   “telehealth has been backed by decades of research and has been found to be a
   safe and cost-effective way to extend the delivery of health care.”
   
   
   
   When I first began working with my New York City psychotherapy clients
   remotely, video or phone, it was purely out of necessity and client
   convenience. I’ve had clients move to different states, even countries, leave
   for college or need to be at home during medical or cancer treatment. Video
   or phone sessions allows for the continuity of care and continued therapeutic
   support when it is a challenge to meet in the office.
   
   
   
   Online therapy also works for clients who commute and may experience
   inclement weather. For many clients, the idea of starting over with a new
   therapist feels hard, and some will discontinue treatment altogether. Online
   therapy and counseling has been a helpful option for many clients who wish to
   continue treatment with their existing therapist.
   
   
   
   Overall, I have had very positive experiences and feel better about it with
   many advances in technology. Teletherapy can take place from home, your
   office and even your car—wherever you feel that you can relax and have
   privacy.

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