Psychotherapist

Melanie graduated with a Master of Social Work degree from Fordham University in 2007 and completed post-graduate work in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and the Psychology of Religion and Spirituality from the Blanton-Peale Institute. She also received certificates in Ketamine-Assisted Therapy and Psychedelic Integration from Fluence, a leading educational research center in psychedelic-assisted therapy. She specializes in trauma-informed therapy, psychedelic-assisted therapy, and life coaching. She uses an anti-oppressive, anti-racist, and queer affirming lens in her work that centers the lived experiences of her clients.

She works particularly well with women, creatives, entrepreneurs, and LGBTQIA+ people. Her psychedelic work is complimented by her approach utilizing somatic, relational, mindfulness-based, trauma-informed, and psychodynamic modalities. She also specializes in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and attachment-based therapy.

A particular area of focus in her practice is religious trauma recovery and spiritual/existential exploration.

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Certified Life Coach

As a man living with Cerebral Palsy, life wasn’t always so easy.  In fact, even the mention of the word used to make me cringe.  I understand the level of impact a disability can have in every area of your life.  It took me many years of frustration and depression to finally realize that life does not happen to you, it happens FOR you! I had to do a lot of inner work focusing on changing my paradigm by rewiring my sub-conscious mind.  I realized that my disability was only a part of me but it did not define me.  Another part of my journey was my choice in career.  My needs of growth and contribution were fulfilled by working with others with various disabilities and mental health disorders.  I found that by sharing my story and bringing awareness to others helped in the process of healing myself and make incredible relationships. 

Today I totally am in a place of self-love and appreciation for who I am and what I have accomplished.  I realize this was not a curse that was given to me but it actually is a gift that I have received. 

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Psychotherapist

l am a warm, down-to-earth and caring therapist working relationally. I operate from an anti-oppressive lens and, as a White therapist, understand the necessity of practicing humility and self-awareness. I believe that my clients are the experts on their own lives; in fact, I see myself as a partner in my clients' journeys of healing and self-exploration. I believe fully that all individuals have the tools to live an authentic and fulfilling life, but that systemic oppression and other barriers can impact one's ability to reach a place of self-actualization. I use an eclectic mix of strategies that I tailor to each individual. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and in school settings and specialize in work with depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting concerns including perinatal depression and anxiety disorders (PMADs), self-esteem, and more. I am a parent and identify as culturally Jewish. In addition to earning my doctorate in social work, have been an adjunct lecturer at NYU Silver School of Social Work and have been published in professional journals. NYU- Doctor of Social Welfare- 2021

Hunter College- Master of Social Work- 2014

Psychotherapist

I have spent years of my life transforming into the person I needed when I was younger, a trauma-informed therapist who can recognize symptoms of trauma and work with the client and their support system in order to heal.

Trauma can impact people from a variety of ages and manifest in a variety of ways. It can look like the kiddo in school who explodes at the slightest frustration, or the quietest kiddo who never says anything is wrong. It can look like someone struggling to stay in the present moment and not get lost in their thoughts. It can look like someone fighting each and every day to make it through the day.

However, with great trauma comes greater resiliency.

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I have worked in the field of mental health since 2016. I have been trained in a variety of treatment modalities, and in my practice I primarily utilize Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a therapy designed to alleviate distress associated with memories of traumatic experiences, while also incorporating aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Systems Theory. 

Mental Health Counselor Candidate

Pricilla Martinez is a dedicated and compassionate mental health counselor with 14 years of experience in counseling. She specializes in supporting individuals through a range of emotional and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship issues. Pricilla’s mission is to help people heal their relationship with themselves, enabling them to better connect with others and build meaningful, fulfilling lives.

Her holistic approach integrates evidence-based therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of her clients. She is passionate about empowering clients to create the life they want by fostering self-awareness, resilience, and personal growth.

Pricilla has been featured in Cosmopolitan, AskMen, Bustle, and EliteDaily. She remains committed to the destigmatization of mental health in BIPOC communities, professional development, and continually enhancing her skills to serve her clients better.

Psychotherapist

Karina Estrella is a bilingual Spanish speaking Licensed Social Worker licensed in New York State. She holds a Master’s degree in Social Work, from Wurzweiler School of Social Work and has over 8+ years of experience providing trauma informed therapy and recovery support for refugees and immigrants using a strength based/humanistic therapeutic approach. 

Additionally, she has supported hundreds of adolescents, teens and adults to develop healthy coping skills, and achieve a reduction in their experience of symptoms of anxiety, depression, and work through migration trauma. The services she provides are, Individual and Group therapy using cognitive behavioral, mindfulness techniques, family therapy, behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy approaches. 

She is committed to dispel the stigma and negative perceptions held within the fabric of culturally diverse BIPO communities in regards to seeking therapy. I strive to provide culturally competent and high-quality services and inclusion to LatinX communities.

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