As a therapist, Anjna works with clients who are feeling lost, overwhelmed, or unsure whether they're living for themselves or just to meet the expectations of others. Their relationships are causing stress or leaving them feeling disconnected, and they're struggling to align where they are now with where they thought they'd be. Anjna uses psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Gestalt modalities and utilize techniques from each to create a treatment plan that is individualized to your needs.

Anjna strives to create a therapy space where you can come exactly as you are, free from judgment. As individuals, we are made up of so many intersecting pieces, and therapy should provide a safe space to explore these different components, whether it be shame, desires, or societal pressures. Anjna recognizes how incredibly brave the coming out process is, even when shared in the confidential space of therapy.

Whether you are navigating identity, relationships, or the complexities of self-acceptance, Anjna is here to support you as you explore your truth with compassion and understanding. 

• Credentials: Mental Health Counselor - Limited Permit (MHC-LP)

• Education: MA, CUNY Brooklyn College

• Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression

• Modalities Used: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy

• https://newyorkcitypsychotherapists.com/anjna-arun-mhclp

As a therapist, Julia works with college students and young adults just entering the workforce. Julia has been successful in helping clients find relief from painful past experiences and overcome barriers towards meeting their goals. In your work together, clients will be able to discover new insights about themselves and get to the root of their challenges. Julia's goal is to help clients regain control of their lives and see long term change.

As an ally of the LGBTQIA community, Julia offers a safe and affirming space where clients can discuss and process the ways in which their identity and experiences have shaped their lived experiences. 

• Credentials: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

• Education: MA, Baruch College

• Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, Relationships, Transitions, Boundaries

• Modalities Used: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Psychodynamic

• https://newyorkcitypsychotherapists.com/julia-laplaza-lmhc

As a therapist, Maggie works with adults in their 20s and 30s dealing with a history of unresolved pain. With a keen awareness of both individual factors and the impacts of social injustice and intersectional oppression, Maggie supports her clients on their journeys of personal growth towards true healing. Maggie utilizes mindfulness practices, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), somatic therapy, and narrative therapy to help her clients understand and reimagine past experiences, challenge negative thinking, and promote holistic healing within their minds and bodies.

Maggie is passionate about creating a nurturing and welcoming therapeutic space for every client. As a therapist, she recognizes the vital role of lived experience in the healing process, and by prioritizing safety and client autonomy, Maggie partners with clients to explore how systemic, intergenerational, and interpersonal harm can impact mental health and well-being. Her mission is to partner with clients on their healing journey, helping them restore their sense of self, uncover their personal strengths, and cultivate peace in their body. Ultimately, she aims to empower clients to enhance their overall well-being and achieve their goals.

• Credentials: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

• Education: MSW, Columbia School of Social Work

• Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression

• Modalities Used: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Somatic Therapy, Narrative Therapy

• https://newyorkcitypsychotherapists.com/maggie-mccarthy-lmsw

As a therapist, Laina brings over 15 years of counseling experience, specializing in helping clients navigate the challenges of both historical and recent traumas, including sexual violence, as well as major life transitions. Laina's clients are often dealing with varying levels of anxiety, sadness, and disconnection, which can hinder their ability to sustain relationships, feel successful in their endeavors, set boundaries, find joy, or revel in the fullness of a life that integrates their whole self. Laina's approach focuses on helping clients understand and process their experiences, empowering them to regain control over their lives.

As a queer therapist who grew up in a queer household, Laina has both lived experience and professional expertise in understanding the unique relational challenges and discrimination faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals. Laina has worked with clients navigating gender exploration, transitioning, and living as their authentic selves, as well as those traversing relationship structures such as ethical non-monogamy and polyamory. Additionally, she has experience supporting people exploring kink and different sexual identities with their partners. Laina also recognizes that while all of these identities shape our stories, they aren’t the only stories we want to tell in therapy, nor are they the only focus of our work together.

• Credentials: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

• Education: MSW, University of Albany

• Specialties: Sexual Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression

• Modalities Used: Internal Family Systems (IFS), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Polyvagal and Somatic Experiencing

• https://newyorkcitypsychotherapists.com/laina-mason-lcsw

As a therapist, Gabby works with young adults to navigate life transitions, improve their relationship with their body and improve their body confidence, and support them in finding solace and peace of mind. In particular, Gabby works with young adults navigating life transitions, improving their relationship with themselves, and decreasing their relationship anxieties. Gabby's clients often come to her with traumatic friendships earlier in life that are impacting the way they perceive themselves and their relationships with romantic partners, colleagues, friends, and family. Gabby helps her clients break down the nuances of their adult relationships and tease out the contributing factors so that they can figure out the role they play in their own lives and decision-making, and begin to enact change in a way that brings them peace, joy, and self-assuredness.

As a therapist, Gabby prides herself on being a non-judgmental, safe space for clients to explore the many facets of their identity including race, sex, and gender. Gabby works with her clients to explore the ways oppression and systemic injustice may contribute to the mental health challenges her clients may be facing, and uses that knowledge in their work toward growth, self-esteem, and self-love.

• Credentials: Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW)

• Education: MA, Columbia University

• Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, Self-Esteem

• Modalities Used: Somatic Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Motivational Interviewing

• https://newyorkcitypsychotherapists.com/gabriella-giachin-lmsw

As a therapist, Allie helps clients overcome negative self-talk, life transitions, relationship issues, and imposter syndrome and achieve an increased understanding of feelings, emotions, relationships, communication, and self-worth. Allie works primarily with adults having difficulty managing the stress of their relationships, career, life transitions, self-esteem, communication, and boundaries. Allie works with her clients to create a safe space, empathetic self-perception, and an inviting environment to help clients achieve their goals and build long-lasting skills.

Allie creates a nonjudgmental and affirming space where individuals feel seen and validated. This emphasizes a collaborative approach that fosters self-trust and personal empowerment, which is crucial when navigating identity struggles and societal pressures. Allie helps her LGBTQ+ clients address and reframe internalized negative beliefs, which leads to improving their self-concept. Additionally, Allie’s approach supports managing the complexities of relationships and communication, aiding clients in navigating a world that may not always be accepting.

• Credentials: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

• Education: MA, Baruch College

• Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, Relationships, Transitions, Boundaries

• Modalities Used: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Psychodynamic

• https://newyorkcitypsychotherapists.com/allie-soss-lmhc

A: Absolutely. We believe in matching the right therapist with the right client, which is why we prioritize the perfect fit above everything else. When you work with us, you will begin to feel more understood, learn to communicate your needs more clearly, and create happier, healthier connections with the people you care about. You'll gain tools to manage conflict, express yourself openly, and build stronger bonds, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life. We approach our work through a culturally competent, culturally responsive, and anti-racist lens.

A: Our work differs from LGBTQIA+ friendly therapy in the sense that it goes beyond tolerance and actively promotes understanding and acceptance of LGBTQ+ experiences. 

A: We acknowledge the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals, such as discrimination, social isolation, and mental health concerns. We pursue ongoing continuing education and training in LGBTQIA+ mental health issues to demonstrate our commitment to staying up-to-date on best practices and clinical experience for serving this community.

We use inclusive language that respects all gender identities and sexual orientations, which can also involve things like using terms like "partner" and avoiding heteronormative assumptions. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive space for healing and growth.

A: Every couple is unique, so we tailor our approach to your specific situation. Your therapist will work collaboratively with you both to identify your goals and develop strategies for a healthier relationship. All of our therapists are familiar with the unique challenges that LGBTQIA+ couples can face, such as minority stress, coming out within relationships, navigating legal and social barriers, and exploring non-traditional family structures.

If you're ready to feel more understood, learn to communicate your needs more clearly, and create happier, healthier connections with the people you care about, you're ready for therapy. You'll gain tools to manage conflict, express yourself openly, and build stronger bonds, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life. Therapy can help you feel more like yourself - the self you want to be and know you could be, if only you could get out of your own head.