The therapeutic process has the ability to transform. I am living proof of this. At my lowest point, I was anxious, depressed, suicidal, and trapped in addictions. With the help of a skilled therapist, I was able to come out of this darkness - inspiring me to leave the business world in order to help others who are suffering. I believe that everyone deserves a fighting chance to overcome trauma and abuse and live a rich, full, and satisfying life. I believe that we can change and grow at any time in our lives. I believe in the beauty, resiliency, and strength of the human spirit. I believe that we are all worthy and capable of love. I see children and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, strains in romantic and family relationships, low self-esteem and body image, unhealthy coping habits, and grief and loss. I specialize in helping clients navigate through different life transitions, including birth, divorce, parenting, job and profession changes, and sobriety. My particular areas of focus include: attachment therapy, helping children and their parents deal with co-parenting, divorce and blended families; healing from narcissistic abuse in parental and romantic relationships; stabilizing in recovery from alcohol and other substances. I also have extensive experience in dealing with domestic abuse in its many forms.

Disconnection, fear, and pain often hide the creative solutions we contain to navigate challenges, create joy, and feel safe. I am here to help you discover the possibilities within you to live with self-compassion, choice, and greater sense of your authentic self. I honor that we all come from an array of diverse and cultural backgrounds and it is of upmost importance to hold a person’s individual experience with compassion, respect, curiosity, and acceptance. In therapy with me, you can expect treatment to fit your individual needs and have a witness to your whole self. I work from a relational-Gestalt, psychodynamic, holistic and strength-based perspective. I hold a belief that through bringing presence to how our emotions, behaviors, thoughts, relational dynamics, social context, and physical self can re-awaken the creative and unique qualities that bring healthy homeostasis and expansion to our lives. I am passionate about helping people with grief and loss, processing trauma, and creating new narratives about themselves. I collaborate with my clients to find meaning and uncover hidden strengths because of isolation, suffering, and societal messaging.

The clients I work with come from all walks of life, each bringing their own unique set of experiences and needs. I love working with individuals and couples who are open to working as a team, enjoy a good sense of humor, and are open minded about the work we are doing together. I believe that all three of these components are important aspects of what makes our therapeutic relationship successful, so I ensure I bring them into every session and encourage my clients to do the same! I work collaboratively with you to develop goals and strategies that align with your values and what matters to you most. I will provide you with new skills and tools for you to “try on” as we progress in our work together. I value your unique experiences and perspectives and provide an environment where empathy and understanding thrive. Together, we will navigate your journey towards healing, growth, and balance. My favorite session is our very first meeting!

Hi, welcome! Personal and professional growth, connection, healing, gaining insights, whatever it may be, I’m here to support your exploration and work with you to create space for what you bring. After my undergraduate psychology studies, my journey included working in the corporate arena. Reflections on my own life experiences and therapy brought me back to my interest in mental health and becoming a therapist. Coming from a diverse personal and professional background, I appreciate the complexity and process of connecting with and developing your sense of self and building your voice as a guidepost. I work with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD and individuals navigating career development and challenges. I also work with couples experiencing relationship concerns ranging from communication and inter-cultural issues, infidelity, and life transitions. Supporting clients in transforming their challenges into growth and development, deepening connections with themselves and others, and choosing the lives they want to live has been a privilege. I’d be happy to connect and see if we’d be a good fit, for great work.

Dr. Stephen Pines is a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment and assessment of adolescents, adults, and couples. He has extensive training and experience treating clients struggling with depression, anxiety, academic struggles, trauma, self-esteem issues, attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), relationship problems, substance abuse, LGBT issues, and bipolar diagnoses.

You deserve to feel empowered. If you're feeling like the weight of the world is just too heavy, and you are struggling to get a handle on things, then you're not alone. Feeling anxious and depressed can be a part of life, but you also have so many strengths that can help you through those times. My role as a drama therapist and professional clinical mental health counselor is to help you recognize those amazing qualities that you most certainly have, and to explore the roles you play in your life, while we practice together how to respond more ideally to those inevitable life stressors. I primarily use drama therapy as well as talk therapy in my work with adults and children. The beauty of drama therapy is that it can look so many different ways, so it can be tailored to each individual in unique ways that serve each client differently. I utilize a humanistic, person-centered approach with the idea that empowered individuals are freer and have better access to choices they feel good about. The founder of psychodrama, Jacob Moreno, believed that everyone plays several different roles in their life and thought that the more roles a person has access to, the healthier they are. People often seek out therapy because one or more of the roles they play in their lives aren't going well. Life is like an ocean with moments of calm and intense stress. I can help you manage those waves and know that they always eventually pass. Together, we can take a deeper look at how your life is "playing out," and we can become allies in helping you feel empowered and ready to surf that next wave.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities to best meet the unique needs of each client. My approach integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques, solution-focused strategies, mindfulness practices, attachment-based insights, and psychodynamic exploration. This allows me to tailor therapy to the individual, whether we’re focusing on developing practical tools for immediate challenges or delving into deeper patterns rooted in past experiences. I believe in creating a collaborative and supportive environment where clients feel empowered to explore, grow, and achieve their goals. My work is grounded in compassion and the understanding that healing is not one-size-fits-all—it’s a personalized journey that honors each client’s strengths and values.

My name is Jeremiah (He, Him) and I'm an openly gay therapist whose passion is to help couples and individuals in the LGBTQ+ Community like you have healthier relationships, as well as helping you to navigate the coming out journey and the unique complexities that come with that lifelong process. Even if you don't identify as LGBTQ+, many clients have found my approach to be open-minded and accepting, and have felt comfortable working alongside me no matter how they identify. To learn more about me and the services I provide, please check out my website by clicking "Visit Website" below my profile picture. I use an attachment-based perspective called emotionally focused therapy to help you have a better understanding of your emotions so that you can be more secure with yourself and more confident in expressing yourself and your needs to others. I believe in the power that comes from being your most authentic self, so I often make use of self-disclosure to help you see what it looks like to put theory into action, and clients often share how meaningful it is to them to feel like they have a therapist who can relate and understand them. In our first session, my focus will be to get a general picture of who you are and begin collaborating on goals for our therapy journey together. Overall, my general hope is that you will learn: What your attachment style is, how it has developed, create a new, positive inner child voice that you no longer feel criticized or defeated by; and that you will develop a secure attachment style in order for you to pursue your most authentic self and have lasting, joyful, satisfying relationships.

The decision to begin therapy is often difficult, but it can be the first step to living a happier, more fulfilling, and authentic life. I am a therapist whose personal style is warm and interactive. I utilize humor and directives in our sessions and believe that the key factor to change and progress starts with connection. Does your current therapist understand you? Do you feel comfortable and supported in sessions, and trust that he or she can help you navigate through difficult times? Once connection is established, you will be able to freely express yourself and we can work together on resolving the issues affecting your life and relationships.

Working with an individual or family member is a sacred trust that I take very seriously. After working positively with children, teens, adults, and families for over 25 years, I find that most all problems can be solved and most all mental health challenges can be improved. You just need to be willing to look at things from a different perspective and be willing to change the way you may be approaching the situation. I see these challenges like climbing a mountain on a road bike. Initially, it is steep and as you peddle it is easy to want to give up, but if you have someone who has been there before guiding and encouraging you not to give up, you then borrow their hope and faith for a while and you keep pedaling and finally, you make it. I say this as I have ridden across the United States twice (over 3000 miles on a road bike) to raise money for those less fortunate during a race called "Race Across America." I practice what I preach and I believe with consistent support anyone can make it to the summit and reach their goal. I hope to have the privilege to come alongside you - my journey is to help others with their journey.

I understand that life and relationships can be painful and confusing at times. Despite our best intentions, we can't always make our relationships work or our lives feel fulfilling. In my work, I emphasize the creation of a safe and attuned environment in which self-exploration and insight can be encouraged and unconscious, problematic patterns can be brought to light and explored. As well, I help clients to understand and recognize how the quality of past relationships shape and determine current relationships. Together we work to promote deeper self-understanding and healthier, more conflict free, ways of relating.

Navigating relationships, conflict and attachment issues can be challenging. Coping with anxietydepression, and confronting life's unexpected challenges can add to the overwhelm of daily life. It's important that you connect with a provider who's dedicated to your goals and helping you achieve the understanding, acceptance and change you need. I am licensed in New York and California, and work exclusively with adults (individually, couples, and executives). I specialize in attachment issues, relationships, anxiety, communication and nutritional psychiatry. My work is entirely evidenced-based and my approach is empathically direct and resolutely dedicated to your success. Effective therapy requires a good therapeutic match and a collaborative effort between the therapist and the patient. No matter the reason that brings you to seek therapy initially, our work together will have a lasting positive impact in your personal life and outside world. Consultation calls are complimentary. I hope to hear from you soon!