Meet Our New York City Therapists

Experts in their fields, connected by the guiding principles of psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Wendy Levine, LCSW

Clinical Director

IT DIDN’T START OUT LIKE THIS.

At first, drugs and alcohol were casual and fun, something you did socially or at parties. But somewhere along the way, they became a crutch for you to lean on when things were tough, and now it can sometimes feel like the substances are controlling you instead of the other way around. Maybe your relationships or career are starting to suffer, or you’re simply tired of waking up and feeling like crap.

Some days, you convince yourself that you can continue to drink or use substances and also keep your job, have a healthy social life, and maintain relationships with your loved ones. But more and more lately, you hear a quiet voice wondering if you may need to stop - but you don’t know if you’re ready or how you would even take that leap. You're not alone. Read More…


Angel Then, MHC-LP

Therapist

Navigating life socially, professionally, and intimately can be challenging at times, but with the right support system it doesn’t always have to feel like a mountain to climb. Perhaps you’re someone who gives so much of themselves to others, but find that your relationships lack reciprocity and feelings of shame or guilt interfere with setting healthy boundaries. Therapy is a valuable resource for moments when pressure from external forces begins to make you feel anxious or overwhelmed, and you don’t necessarily have people in your life to confide in. Read More…


Julia Laplaza, LMHC

Therapist

Do you find yourself comparing your life to those of your peers? Do you feel overwhelmed about making the “right” career choices? Do you worry about making other people happy? I specialize in working with college students and young adults in the workforce struggling to cope with anxiety, relationship difficulties, and navigating what it means to become an adult with increased responsibilities, pressures, and decisions. Read More…


Gabriella Giachin, LMSW

Therapist

Are you having a hard time distinguishing between what you want and what others want for you? Does your relationship with your parents affect your adult decision making in a way that feels a bit too much? Is the timeline you created for yourself earlier in life not exactly panning out the way you thought it might? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, you’re not alone. Read More…


Allie Soss, LMHC

Therapist

Are you finding it difficult to cope with your overthinking, negative feelings, and anxious thoughts? Do your negative feelings associate with your appearance, self-worth, or accomplishments? Do your anxious thoughts manifest in difficulty sleeping, working, or socializing? Do you feel you need a place for someone to hear you, see you, and validate your experience? Read More…


Janette Marsac, LMSW, RDN

Therapist

If you’re someone who struggles in your relationship with food, has tied self-worth to bodyweight or image, or has faced an eating disorder, body image disturbances, or chronic dieting, I’m here to help you rewrite your relationship with food and your body. You can learn to eat without being scared or anxious. You deserve to view food as nourishment, not a weapon. Read More…


Kathryn Werner, LCSW-R, PMH-C

Chief Clinical Officer

You’re trying to get back to normal but you’re finding you’re stuck and nothing feels familiar. Your old way of coping isn’t working and things feel impossible. You feel off-balance. It’s getting harder to keep up with your own life. You’ve tried to accept how things are and push through this new normal but you’re feeling distant, discouraged, and worried you’re failing. Maybe you’re even angry. Read More…


Jenny Maenpaa, LCSW, EdM

Founder and Chief Executive Officer

What makes Jenny come alive is seeing women realize the unlimited potential within them. When women can take care of themselves personally, their light shines through, and the best version of them shows up professionally. And that version is a badass who stands tall, knows her worth, and lights up the world. Read More…

 

The New York City Psychotherapy Collective was founded by combining two main approaches to therapy: Psychodynamic Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This approach involves starting with a more open-ended approach to discussing and working on past and present experiences and emotions, and then once we have a deep understanding, changing hurtful thoughts and behaviors through structured and targeted interventions.

For our clients, the balance of both approaches allows you to examine your past with a trained professional, understand the limitations being placed on your present, and unleash your vision for an ideal future.

All of the therapists at the New York City Psychotherapy Collective have their own unique specialties under this umbrella, but all therapists here use this broad approach before narrowing in on your specific needs.