What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
4.89
Bedside manner
5.00
“Pericles was extraordinarily helpful and thoughtful in our sessions. It was immediately clear to me that he is deep and compassionate listener, which really helped me to get comfortable in my own process and allowed me to share at my own pace and in a more meaningful way than I have been able to in the past. I feel fortunate to have found him and am encouraged that such caring and thoughtful help is available for myself and for others. I highly recommend Pericles.”
SMLess than 3 months ago
“Pericles is someone who met me with warmth and openness. He offered me insight into my problems and also supported me pushing back on him when I disagreed with an interpretation. I especially appreciate the times when he was proud of me for speaking my truth to him because that is something I am actively cultivating in all of my relationships - the ability to trust and be vulnerable. He helped me to practice that in the safety of the therapeutic alliance.
Pericles also helped me to explore my understanding of my sexuality and queerness. He was very patient with and met me where I was at on my journey. ”
GDLess than 3 months ago
About Pericles Kolias
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Treatment approaches
Compassion Focused
Existential
Culturally Sensitive
Integrative
Emotionally Focused
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
GayFaith
BuddhistEthnicity
Middle Eastern, White
Languages spoken
English, Greek
Getting to know Pericles Kolias
I believe healing and growth happen through genuine human connection. I bring my full humanity to the work and offer a warm, collaborative space grounded in curiosity, and at times playfulness and humor, where you can show up just as you are.
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life, including those affected by immigration and acculturation stress, and I support clients facing life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, and self development as they move toward a more fulfilled and balanced life.
I also have a particular interest in supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community as they explore identity, intimacy, self acceptance, and the impact of shame.
My approach is integrative and client centered, rooted in a relational framework and informed by psychodynamic theory, transpersonal psychology, and Eastern contemplative practices.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I earned my Master’s degree in Integral Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies, one of the nation’s leading programs in holistic and depth-oriented psychology. I’m also a trained mindfulness meditation teacher through Dharma Moon and Tibet House US, and my work is informed by Buddhist philosophy and contemplative practice, with a belief that awareness, compassion, and curiosity can support lasting change.
Before entering the therapy field, I spent over a decade working in the art world, including leadership and archival roles at major galleries and artist studios, a background that continues to shape my clinical sensibility and attune me to nuance and the unspoken layers of experience. I also bring a wide range of lived experience that informs my sensitivity to cross-cultural dynamics, immigration and acculturation stress, class, and LGBTQ+ identities.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
In sessions I integrate psychodynamic and relational frameworks with mindfulness-based awareness. My approach is holistic, which means we’re not just looking at one part of your life in isolation. We can explore emotions in the present, recurring patterns, past experiences, and the deeper questions underneath, including what matters most to you, where you feel stuck, and where you want to be. As we do that work, I’m with you, steady, engaged, and collaborative. I don’t believe in telling people what to do, but I do offer supportive tools and reflections that can help you listen to yourself more closely, strengthen your capacity for self understanding, and trust your own inner wisdom.
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Office location
Pericles Kolias, MFT also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California Institute of Integral Studies, Master's in Counseling Psychology
- Accademia di Belle Arti di Bari (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1821948134
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.89
Bedside manner
5.00
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Pericles was extraordinarily helpful and thoughtful in our sessions. It was immediately clear to me that he is deep and compassionate listener, which really helped me to get comfortable in my own process and allowed me to share at my own pace and in a more meaningful way than I have been able to in the past. I feel fortunate to have found him and am encouraged that such caring and thoughtful help is available for myself and for others. I highly recommend Pericles.
Less than 3 months agoSM
Pericles is someone who met me with warmth and openness. He offered me insight into my problems and also supported me pushing back on him when I disagreed with an interpretation. I especially appreciate the times when he was proud of me for speaking my truth to him because that is something I am actively cultivating in all of my relationships - the ability to trust and be vulnerable. He helped me to practice that in the safety of the therapeutic alliance.
Pericles also helped me to explore my understanding of my sexuality and queerness. He was very patient with and met me where I was at on my journey.
Less than 3 months agoGD
Pericles is supportive, attentive, and genuinely easy to work with. He helped me feel more clear and steady during a stressful time, and I always felt heard and respected. I’m grateful for our work together and would recommend him.
Less than 3 months agoRA
Pericles was a very helpful therapist in the year and a half that we worked together. He helped me learn how to pause and reflect before reacting to situations I found myself in. I never felt negatively judged and his professional energy was warm and calm. I highly recommend him.
Less than 3 months agoAK
Pericles has been a wonderful therapist. He is a great listener and brings wisdom from various spiritual traditions, which I found to be very healing and grounding. He supported me through challenging seasons and helped me grow personally. I recommend him without hesitation.
Less than 3 months agoCJ
Over the past 18 months, Pericles has been an invaluable resource for my mental health and personal growth. He is kind, conscientious, and methodical, which made me feel supported and confident that I was progressing. His professionalism, flexibility, and consistency—especially in our weekly in-person sessions—made a meaningful difference compared with my experiences with other therapists. He is an exceptional listener: he consistently remembered details from previous sessions and skillfully connected them to our current work. I highly recommend Pericles to anyone seeking thoughtful, effective mental health care.
Less than 3 months agoSR
Pericles is warm, thoughtful, and easy to talk to. He helped me better understand patterns I was stuck in, and make changes I could actually sustain. I’m grateful for the support and would recommend him.
Less than 3 months agoJO
Pericles is reflective, thoughtful, and deep while still feeling very alive and very human. Working with him as my therapist has felt healing and generative! I recommend him fully.
Less than 3 months agoMS
February 24, 2026Initials hidden
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What practice does Pericles Kolias work with?
Pericles Kolias works with Transcendent Self Therapy.
Where is Pericles Kolias's office located?
Pericles Kolias has 2 office locations in Brooklyn, view full addresses on Pericles Kolias's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Pericles Kolias?
Pericles Kolias frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Pericles Kolias on their profile.
What languages does Pericles Kolias speak?
Pericles Kolias speaks English, Italian, and Greek.
How do patients rate Pericles Kolias in reviews?
9 patients have reviewed Pericles Kolias. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.89/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.