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LMFT

If you’re feeling stuck—knowing what’s hard but unsure how to break through—you're not alone. Whether you're grappling with trauma, anxiety, or the lasting effects of sexual or domestic abuse, it’s normal to feel uncertain about the next step. Therapy can be a safe and powerful space to unpack these struggles, find clarity, and learn how to move forward in a way that feels right for you. Together, we will empower you, helping you take control of your life and build deeper, more meaningful connections—with yourself, others, and the world. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone; healing is possible. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, focusing on genuineness, warmth, and unconditional positive regard. With a trauma-focused lens, I integrate IFS, Gestalt, mindful self-compassion, and mindfulness techniques. This holistic approach helps clients heal, gain insight, and build resilience on their journey to growth and recovery. Life is already hard enough without trauma; allow yourself the opportunity to unburden, learn new strategies and perspectives, and start living authentically. If you are ready to begin this chapter in your healing journey, please reach out today. I look forward to our work together.

Philadelphia Institute for Individual Relational & Sex Therapy is a practice of highly trained and specialized therapists dedicated to helping people gain greater insight and create greater joy in their lives. We provide services for individuals, families and all types of relationships. Our unique group practice brings together the skills of a variety of specialty trained therapists who function independently but are benefited by the strength of a group skill set. The psychotherapists at PhIIRST are a diverse group of both male and female psychotherapists specializing in individual, relational and sex therapy. We know that life's challenges can often be complex and profoundly emotional. The therapists at PhIIRST offer a wide range of counseling and therapy services as well as educational workshop and groups.

You might be feeling anxious, unfocused, or just not quite like yourself. Maybe your sleep is off, your mood feels low, or you’re going through a transition that’s left you feeling unsteady. Whatever brings you here, it probably hasn’t been easy to carry, and you don’t have to keep carrying it alone. I work with adults who are tired of pushing through and want something to change. My approach blends thoughtful, relational therapy with tools from brain health, behavioral medicine, and lifestyle psychology. We’ll look not just at what you’re feeling, but at how your mind and body are working together, things like your sleep, stress patterns, emotional habits, and the ways your nervous system is responding to what life’s asked of you. Sessions are collaborative, warm, and tailored to you. I draw from evidence-based therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and psychodynamic work, while taking a whole-person view of healing—so you can feel clearer, steadier, and more connected to yourself again. I offer both in-person therapy in New York City and virtual appointments across New York State. If any of this resonates, I’d be glad to connect.

My therapeutic style is based on transpersonal psychology, which is solution-focused and person-centered. I use modalities such as mindfulness, meditation, and inner child work in order to increase resilience and enhance connection and meaning in life. I support and motivate clients to develop their own goals to move forward in life. An important aspect of my work is to help clients find connection and navigate relationships. Each individual's unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are taken into consideration when developing a treatment plan, which includes combining a holistic approach with evidence-based practice. The goal is not to alter who you are, but adjust how you respond and be a guide. I work from a variety of validating approaches that empower and motivate people in the therapeutic process.

Life can often feel overwhelming, particularly when facing major transitions, daily stress, or ongoing emotional challenges. Many find themselves feeling anxious, stuck, or uncertain about the future. Therapy provides a space to delve into these feelings, helping you understand your situation, how you’ve arrived at this point, and gain a deeper understanding of yourself. I specialize in working with motivated clients navigating anxiety, relational and women’s issues, trauma, and significant life changes. My clients are looking to understand themselves better, overcome challenges, and lead more meaningful and authentic lives. If you're looking to better understand yourself and find ways to manage your challenges more effectively, I invite you to reach out. Let's work together to explore your strengths and develop practical and personalized tools. Contact me today to schedule a free consultation and see if therapy could be helpful for you.

Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and you are not sure where to turn. We all have times in our lives when we are struggling and need to know that help and support are there for us. Although it can be hard, reaching out and taking that first brave step will set you on your journey towards healing and happiness. I will help you to feel good about yourself and your life. Here you will find a place where you are always accepted.

People usually come to therapy seeking something concrete to walk away with after each session. This is what I offer -- concrete tools and techniques to handle difficult thoughts and feelings. I now offer this via video sessions. I have achieved wonderful results with many New Yorkers and I love what I do. I have a knack for studying and applying techniques and strategies that tend to be effective. I'm proactive and I strive to offer something more than insight since insight alone does not produce change. One way to get a better idea of my style and philosophy as a psychologist is to take a look at my writing on The Huffington Post, Elite Daily, Lifehack, and MindBodyGreen. I'm an active blogger because I love to share my ideas with the world. I'm not your typical therapist in that I'm much more active, directive and real with my clients. Through the creation of an empathic, safe, and confidential therapeutic environment, you'll be given the opportunity to examine self-defeating beliefs and patterns of behavior that contribute to psychological discomfort, as well as personal and family dynamics that influence decision making. My goal is to help you gain a greater sense of control over difficult thoughts and feelings, and to promote flexibility in how you respond to obstacles in your life. Clients tend to respond well to my dual focus on techniques for altering thoughts and behavior and for enhancing insight, awareness, and mindfulness as they pertain to experiences, people, dreams, goals, etc. My effectiveness is greatly enhanced by the way in which the therapeutic relationship that I create supports client growth and understanding, and the easy acquisition of techniques for managing stress and living powerfully. As a psychologist, my approach to therapy incorporates cognitive-behavioral, psychoanalytic, and humanistic ideas and techniques. My integrative approach allows me to alter treatment to meet the unique needs of the client. Feel free to contact me with any questions.

I help adults as they get ready to make important changes in their lives. I value working with people from various religious backgrounds, nationalities, sexual orientations, and ethniccultural identities and as my client, I commit to ensuring that you feel seen and valued. Clients can expect to gain self-knowledge, to find clarity and acceptance, to feel empowered and capable, and to learn practical skills and strategies. Whatever you are facing, whatever life has thrown your way, you are not alone.

I utilize a combination of strategies to help combat the nuisance voice in my head. The key goal is to get out of your mind and back into living your life with passion and a sense of purpose. I also like to focus on breaking the unhelpful coping patterns that may have been established years ago. Kindness and compassion are my fundamental values. I strive to create a nonjudgmental environment where we can work together to learn the principles of being in the present moment while also developing techniques to build self-acceptance and self-compassion. Please visit my website to explore a more detailed explanation of my practice and my blog.

My approach is practical, down to earth and planful based on a cognitive behavioral model of change founded on cutting edge neuroscience research. This approach is entirely focused, mindful and goal directed. We will develop a plan of change together initially identifying and then bypassing the emotional and behavioral black holes in which we so often become mired and stuck. If you're not sure where to start, you need not be concerned as I will guide you step by step using a advanced comprehensive communication model emphasizing the building of more effective relationships and increasing family bonds and intimacy.

At Carmen Chang-Arratia, BA, MSW, LCSW-R, DBTC Counseling and Psychotherapy Services, our therapeutic approach is dedicated to providing a compassionate and patient-centered, evidenced-based centered therapeutic approach. Our approach is on creating a trusting and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their inner world, gain self-awareness, and cultivate positive change. We believe in the power of therapy to promote healing and growth, and we are committed to supporting our patients on their journey towards mental wellness. Our practice style is goal-oriented and strengths-focused. It is mutual, integrated, and individually centered. We provide compassionate support for individuals and groups. We are here to help you face life's challenges and improve your emotional well-being. We create a safe and supportive space for your healing and personal development.