Find an EMDR Therapist in New York: Resolve Trauma and Anxiety
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Concluding Thoughts
I believe in the transformative power of EMDR and the potential for healing from traumatic memories and working on mental health concerns to be able to live a fulfilling life. Taking the first step can be daunting, but I encourage you to join my mailing list and meet in an online consultation to talk through any initial questions.
The Practical Steps to Becoming a Client
Due to high demand, I often have a waiting list.
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A Note on the Therapeutic Relationship
The therapist-client relationship is paramount in EMDR therapy. I am committed to providing a safe, accepting, and compassionate environment where you can explore your experiences and heal.
The Advantages of Online Therapy
Online therapy provides a convenient and accessible way to receive mental health support from the comfort of your own home. It eliminates barriers such as transportation, scheduling conflicts, and geographical limitations.
Online therapy offers new visions for the future.
The rapid evolution of communication technologies is constantly creating new possibilities for therapeutic interventions. By embracing these advancements, therapy can become more accessible, efficient, and tailored to the individual needs of clients. As a therapist, I see online platforms as a way to break free from traditional constraints and explore innovative approaches that can enhance the therapeutic process, offering clients new hope and possibilities for growth. Continuing to adapt and integrate these technologies allows me to provide the best possible care in an ever-changing world.
Skills to Look for in a Good Therapist
We have created a list of 50 skills to look for in a good therapist. Here is one:
Possessing an attitude of respect and acceptance
Mental health professionals should demonstrate an unconditional positive regard for clients, accepting you as you are without judgment. I aim to have an approach to therapy that values your inherent worth and potential, fostering a safe and supportive environment where you feel comfortable exploring your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. In my experience, respect and acceptance lay the foundation for a strong therapeutic alliance. This leads to therapy sessions that facilitate trust and collaboration in the counseling process.
Mental Health Prevalence: New York vs. New York State vs. National
According to the CDC, New York City experiences higher rates of anxiety and depression compared to the state of New York and the national average.
Outpatient Mental Health Providers in New York
New York City offers a variety of mental health resources, including therapists, counselors, and psychiatrists
Here are some of the outpatient mental health providers in New York City:
NewYork-Presbyterian has several outpatient programs for adults, including clinics for anxiety and mood disorders, women's health, eating disorders, and psychotic disorders. They also have a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) clinic. https://www.nyp.org/psychiatry/adult-psychiatry/outpatient-psychiatric-services-for-adults
Amae Health is a mental health treatment center that offers personalized treatment plans for a variety of conditions, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, and PTSD. They offer same-day appointments and have an outpatient day program. https://www.amaehealth.com/
Metropolitan Center for Mental Health is a non-profit organization that provides affordable psychological and psychiatric treatment. They offer both in-person and telehealth services. https://www.metropolitancenter.com/
Manhattan Eye Ear & Throat Hospital (MEETH) has an Outpatient Center for Mental Health that offers a range of services, including individual and group therapy, couples/family therapy, and medication management. They also have specialized programs for early psychosis, attention and learning difficulties, and geriatric mental health. https://meeth.northwell.edu/center-for-mental-health
Treatment Plan
My priority is to create a safe, compassionate, and understanding therapeutic relationship with each of my clients. I focus on creating a safe space early in the process. A safe space is essential especially for clients with dissociative disorders and other complex traumas. This powerful tool is essential for effective healing. Many clients have shared that they feel genuinely heard and supported in our sessions.
Private Practice
As a private pay practice, I can offer greater privacy and flexibility in treatment, tailoring our sessions to your unique needs without the constraints of insurance companies.
I also offer a limited number of sliding scale slots to ensure therapy is accessible.
Virtual sessions
I offer online EMDR and Internal Family Systems services for clients in New York. Since I do only virtual sessions, my therapy sessions are location independent and may be an easier fit in your busy schedule.
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing just for Traumatic Memories?
No, while EMDR has been shown to be just as effective as traditional talk therapy for dealing with traumatic memories, the therapy method has been used for a diverse group of conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, relationship issues and couples therapy, dealing with distressing events in daily life and the after-effects of trauma and other life experiences.
A healthy relationship is almost impossible without dealing with the difficult emotions from past painful experiences. This is where the therapeutic techniques of Internal Family Systems and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy together form an effective tool creating life-changing results.
Other treatment modalities
EMDR can be part of a comprehensive treatment plan combined with e.g. cognitive-behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, somatic psychotherapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy and especially Internal Family Systems.
Why Work With Me?
I offer specialized expertise, having completed extensive training in EMDR therapy. Becoming an effective trauma therapist requires specialized training to learn how to apply the powerful eye movement therapy in an integrative approach.
I am a psychiatrist offering Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy in online sessions.
My 20 years experience integrating Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing with traditional therapies in psychiatry allows me to provide a comprehensive healing process for clients with childhood trauma including survivors from distressing experiences, sexual abuse, physical abuse, and those dealing with other disturbing emotions. In the therapy plan I suggest an evidence-based approach that stimulates the natural healing process.
Internal Family Systems and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy
For me, the specialized approach to psychotherapy of combining Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy and Richard Schwartz' Internal Family Systems was more than an eye opener. In my experience, this evidence-based and non-judgmental approach is at least as effective as psychodynamic psychotherapy and other Insight-oriented therapies not only in dealing with traumatic events but also with the symptoms that we used to attribute to personality disorders.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy and Personality Disorders
I have realized that the negative beliefs and emotional charge we used to call borderline personality disorder, in fact usually is complex PTSD, based on the long lasting effects of early traumatic events, childhood trauma and sometimes ongoing abuse.
Understanding EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful, evidence-based therapy designed to help you reprocess disturbing memories and reduce their emotional impact. While EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, therapy sessions nowadays often use a wide range of other bilateral stimulation techniques that have been shown to be as effective as lateral eye movements. My favorite is "tapping" oneself on the shoulders also knows as the butterfly hug.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is an effective treatment to deal with distressing memories and other symptoms of trauma. It is different from traditional talk therapy and other forms of therapy. It is an evidence-based treatment that works by stimulating the brain's natural healing processes through Adaptive Information Processing (AIP). EMDR therapy typically involves eight distinct phases , ensuring a structured and comprehensive approach to healing.
Like many of you searching for an EMDR therapist in New York, I was drawn to EMDR because I witnessed its transformative power in helping individuals heal from trauma and anxiety. My journey as a psychiatrist into EMDR has been driven by a deep commitment to providing effective, evidence-based care that empowers my clients with traumatic experiences and post-traumatic stress disorder to regain control of their lives.
If you're struggling with trauma, anxiety, or other related issues and searching for EMDR therapy in the New York area, you've come to the right place. This post will serve as a guide for those of you ready to start EMDR therapy with me in New York.
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