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Availability last updated 11/02/2026
2.5 mi · 1329 E 17th St, Brooklyn, NY 11230
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·4 reviews
Hello, this was my first time seeing a therapist, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised the moment I met Dr. Maureen. She was warm, friendly, and kind, which immediately put me at ease. I am so happy I finally decided to do this; after seeing Dr. Maureen, I knew I had made the ...Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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As a graduate of Adelphi University’s Social Work program, Maureen brings a wealth of experience supporting a diverse range of clients—including young adults, middle aged adults and seniors. Maureen is an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, who completed Safe Zone training. She holds a special passion for ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.82
·22 reviews
Joseph was wonderful and put me at ease. He was very calming and understanding. I highly recommend by GTClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Joseph recognizes that a collaborative therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful progress. A graduate of New York University's Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness program, Joseph brings several years of clinical experience working with adults across the lifespan. He completed h...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·34 reviews
I felt very comfortable with my provider. She asked the right questions, she listened and was able to clearly state back to me my feelings and what I've been going through. I look forward to working with her. - Dec 29, 2025 by Nancy S.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Abigail earned her Master’s degree from the University at Albany, SUNY, in May 2025. She has experience providing counseling services, primarily working with adults, seniors, and individuals through one-on-one sessions. Abigail received her training at a community mental health clinic, specifically ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
Highly recommend by JDClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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With over 20 years of clinical experience, Heather earned her Master of Social Work from NYU and holds an advanced certificate in Clinical Supervision from Columbia. Her career includes a decade as the Director of Social Services at St. Mary’s Center, with dedicated work supporting marginalized popu...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·33 reviews
Emily was very non judgemental and created a very safe space. by RHClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Emily earned her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Hofstra University. Her diverse clinical background ranges from supporting children with behavioral challenges to helping adolescents manage anxiety and interpersonal relationships. A specialist in grief and loss, Emily has dedicated her tra...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·24 reviews
I loved my therapy session I felt very seen and heard and will definitely come back for more sessions - Jul 29, 2024 by Eden M.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Jennifer creates a comfortable environment by providing a safe, supportive, and judgment-free zone where her clients can be their authentic selves. Drawing on her Master’s degree from Hofstra University, she utilizes a person-centered approach integrated with CBT to help clients navigate life's chal...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.79
·29 reviews
I would say my experience was very satisfying & I felt very comfortable - Nov 7, 2024 by Alicia S.Click to read more
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Syerra is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who earned her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Hofstra University and completed her clinical training at Nassau Psychology PC as an intern. She focuses on each person’s strengths, their present experiences, and the small, meaning...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·8 reviews
- Nov 30, 2023 by Amina M.Click to read more
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Tami earned her graduate degree in Social Work from Adelphi University. She has extensive clinical experience supporting adults, children, and families navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Throughout her career, Tami has worked with individuals across the lifespan, includin...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·32 reviews
She was very helpful and a good communicatorClick to read more
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Allison is a graduate of Hofstra University’s Marriage and Family Therapy program, where she trained at The Saltzman Center Clinic and The Family and Children’s Association. Allison has experience providing counseling services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, couples, families, ...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·22 reviews
First time back in therapy in a while and I felt very comfortable to open up. I’m excited to move forward. - Aug 24, 2026 by Marissa W.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Ciedah believes therapy is not one-size-fits-all and that healing begins with feeling genuinely seen, heard, and understood. A graduate of Hofstra University’s Mental Health Counseling program, she completed her clinical training at Nassau Psychology P.C., where she continues to provide therapy to c...Click to read more
Psychotherapist
1.00
·1 reviewIn-network · Healthfirst
Also offers video visitsAccepting new patients
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
3.91
·22 reviews
Professional and knowledgeable staff. Great experience. by MRClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
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**Please note that the initial call will be with our intake team * Mount Behavioral Health Telehealth Services are from ages 9-21**
Mark Benisz is a New York State licensed psychologist as well as a certified bilingual school psychologist. He was educated at McGill University in Montreal and obtain...Click to read more
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.67
·12 reviews
It was really fun and relieving being able to have a conversation without feeling judged or out of place - Oct 23, 2025 by Robert L.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Satri is a passionate and dedicated therapist committed to helping individuals and families achieve their full potential. She takes pride in meticulously documenting client progress and providing crisis intervention and safety planning, especially when urgent challenges arise. She strives to provide...Click to read more
Next available: tomorrow
Psychotherapist
5.00
·10 reviews
I’ve never had someone actually listen and validate my feelings. I’ve also never felt so comfortable talking to someone I’ve never met before. Great experience. - Mar 8, 2022 by Dyamon D.Click to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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My goal is to help people use their full mental potential and empower them to develop self-confidence and clear thinking. I have worked with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I always provide a warm and safe environment where they feel comfortable expressing t...Click to read more
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Family Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)
4.79
·19 reviews
After switching insurance carriers, I’ve been in the process of finding a new PCP that accepts my new healthcare coverage. I am very pleased with the care I’ve received from Dr. Javaid Iftikhar. He’s warm, friendly, listens, does not rush you through appointments and took the time to discuss and hel...Click to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in developmental disabilities + 4 more ·
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I believe each patient's needs are unique, and one must take into account all aspects of a person's life that can impact their mental health and well-being. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice from Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing, which has equipped me to provide comprehensive and compassionate...Click to read more
Next available: tomorrow
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.93
·35 reviews
We were able to dive right in on our first session. by DYClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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April Cohen earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University in June of 2023. She trained at The Therapist Next Door Counseling- a private practice setting, providing services to adults and adolescents across a wide range of clinical concerns. She specializes in...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Nov 4
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·29 reviews
Rachel was great. She has a very calming presence by WRClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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A graduate of Touro University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, Rachel brings years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a range of mental health concerns. Rachel has experience supporting children with ADHD, adjustm...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Nov 4
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.78
·18 reviews
My daughter sees Shelby and she's been looking forward to her sessions every week. Its only been a little over a month and I already see some improvements by TGClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in anxiety disorders + 2 more ·
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Shelby Rodgers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Adelphi University. She has experience providing therapy to adolescents, adults, and couples in various settings, including schools, OMH residential programs, and outpatient mental health clinics. ...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Nov 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·26 reviews
Would definitely go back, at first I was nervous but the more we talked it felt as if I was just talking to a friend, I felt listened too and understood - May 11, 2026 by Jaylin R.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Marie earned her Master’s degree from Hofstra University and has experience providing counseling in a private practice setting. Marie primarily works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, and has supported clients from diverse multicultural backgrounds who are navigating family s...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Nov 4
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·20 reviews
Chloe is amazing. She is the best therapist I have found. by KEClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Chloe earned her Master’s degree from Saint John Fisher University and has years of experience counseling adults in community mental health settings. She works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, personality disorders, social anxiety, substance use, serious and persistent men...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Nov 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.76
·17 reviews
Very positive. Isabella was very attentive. She had complete eye contact made me feel very comfortable - Jul 30, 2024 by lisa V.Click to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Excellent wait time ·
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As a graduate of Hofstra University's Mental Health Counseling program, Isabella brings years of experience supporting individuals using empathy, encouragement, and a commitment to lifelong personal growth. She began her clinical training at Brunswick Hospital Center, where she gained experience wor...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Nov 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.82
·22 reviews
Wonderful Therapist. Non judgmental and easy to talk to. We got right down to it at the first session so that was a relief by WPClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Allison earned her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from SUNY Old Westbury and brings years of experience supporting children, teens, and adults across diverse clinical settings. Grounded in psychodynamic perspectives, she specializes in helping clients explore how their past influences t...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Nov 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·3 reviews
So happy to find someone who takes my insurance by SJClick to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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DISCLAIMER: Please remember to fill out your intake paperwork 24 hours before your first appointment as you cannot be seen without it.
Kayla earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Hofstra University. Kayla has been working in the mental health field since 2019 in various settin...Click to read more
Next available: Fri, Nov 6
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.33
·6 reviewsIn-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Excellent wait time ·
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Alexandra is the Assistant Clinical Director at Nassau Psychology, overseeing clinical operations and supporting high‑quality client care. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with Diagnostic Privileges and a Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). Alexandra provides ind...Click to read more
Next available: Fri, Nov 6
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.93
·35 reviews
We were able to dive right in on our first session. by DYClick to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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April Cohen earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University in June of 2023. She trained at The Therapist Next Door Counseling- a private practice setting, providing services to adults and adolescents across a wide range of clinical concerns. She specializes in...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Nov 4
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·23 reviews
I have been seeing Alondra for a while now and I am so happy to have found someone I can connect with. I have been through many therapists and it has been hard to find someone I feel comfortable talking to. by NYClick to read more
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Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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A graduate of Hofstra University’s Marriage and Family Therapy program, Alondra draws from Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and evidence-based therapy interventions, thoughtfully adapting her work to fit each client's needs, strengths, and goals. During her clinical training, she...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, Nov 10
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·22 reviews
Awesome deff recommend - Jun 25, 2024 by Peter L.Click to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Tori earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Hofstra University and completed her internship training at Nassau Psychology. She brings a wealth of diverse clinical experience from working across a variety of mental health settings, including the Long Island Council on Alcoholism ...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, Nov 10
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·30 reviews
Bianca is great. She was very empathic and listened to everything I wanted to share by CVClick to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Ms. Bianca Assenza is a highly skilled psychotherapist. She offers virtual consultations through Nassau Psychology.
She earned her master's degree in mental health counseling from Pace University. She is dedicated to creating a supportive and respectful environment where clients feel comfortable ex...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Nov 12
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·29 reviews
Rachel was great. She has a very calming presence by WRClick to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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A graduate of Touro University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, Rachel brings years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a range of mental health concerns. Rachel has experience supporting children with ADHD, adjustm...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Nov 4
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.78
·18 reviews
My daughter sees Shelby and she's been looking forward to her sessions every week. Its only been a little over a month and I already see some improvements by TGClick to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in anxiety disorders + 2 more ·
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Shelby Rodgers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Adelphi University. She has experience providing therapy to adolescents, adults, and couples in various settings, including schools, OMH residential programs, and outpatient mental health clinics. ...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Nov 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·26 reviews
Would definitely go back, at first I was nervous but the more we talked it felt as if I was just talking to a friend, I felt listened too and understood - May 11, 2026 by Jaylin R.Click to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Marie earned her Master’s degree from Hofstra University and has experience providing counseling in a private practice setting. Marie primarily works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, and has supported clients from diverse multicultural backgrounds who are navigating family s...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Nov 4
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.76
·17 reviews
Very positive. Isabella was very attentive. She had complete eye contact made me feel very comfortable - Jul 30, 2024 by lisa V.Click to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Excellent wait time ·
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As a graduate of Hofstra University's Mental Health Counseling program, Isabella brings years of experience supporting individuals using empathy, encouragement, and a commitment to lifelong personal growth. She began her clinical training at Brunswick Hospital Center, where she gained experience wor...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Nov 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·20 reviews
Chloe is amazing. She is the best therapist I have found. by KEClick to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Chloe earned her Master’s degree from Saint John Fisher University and has years of experience counseling adults in community mental health settings. She works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, personality disorders, social anxiety, substance use, serious and persistent men...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Nov 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.82
·22 reviews
Wonderful Therapist. Non judgmental and easy to talk to. We got right down to it at the first session so that was a relief by WPClick to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Allison earned her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from SUNY Old Westbury and brings years of experience supporting children, teens, and adults across diverse clinical settings. Grounded in psychodynamic perspectives, she specializes in helping clients explore how their past influences t...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Nov 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·3 reviews
So happy to find someone who takes my insurance by SJClick to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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DISCLAIMER: Please remember to fill out your intake paperwork 24 hours before your first appointment as you cannot be seen without it.
Kayla earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Hofstra University. Kayla has been working in the mental health field since 2019 in various settin...Click to read more
Next available: Fri, Nov 6
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.33
·6 reviewsIn-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Excellent wait time ·
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Alexandra is the Assistant Clinical Director at Nassau Psychology, overseeing clinical operations and supporting high‑quality client care. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with Diagnostic Privileges and a Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). Alexandra provides ind...Click to read more
Next available: Fri, Nov 6
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.93
·35 reviews
We were able to dive right in on our first session. by DYClick to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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April Cohen earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University in June of 2023. She trained at The Therapist Next Door Counseling- a private practice setting, providing services to adults and adolescents across a wide range of clinical concerns. She specializes in...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Nov 4
Psychologist
In-network · Healthfirst
Accepting new patientsExpertise in developmental disabilities
Psychologist
4.32
·634 reviews
They’re good so far when it comes to booking and understanding, it was my first session over the phone so I’ll have to wait and see as time goes on, but so far not too bad! - Nov 30, 2022 by Keneedra H.Click to read more
In-network · Healthfirst
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Excellent wait time · Expertise in depression + 1 more ·
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Dr. Lana Gaiton is a licensed clinical psychologist and the director of Talking Works, a private psychotherapy practice. She earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Adelphi University and holds a Master’s in Psychology from City University of New York, City College. At Talking Works, we have cari...Click to read more
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