Cos Cob Therapists specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Shamara Nicholas

Children (6 to 10), Preteen, Teen, Adults, who need support with Self-regulation, Behavior Modification, Relationship Issues, Family Conflict, Sleep or Insomnia, Trauma and PTSD.

Kristopher Thorpe

Most of my work focuses on working with folks in the LGBTQIA spectrum to heal trauma, improve relationships, explore sex and develop a sense of wellbeing. During our initial sessions we will explore your life, your issues, and your goals to build a collaborative way forward. Throughout our work we will look to build insight and shine a light on all of the pieces that make you, you.

Online Therapy

Natalie Buchwald

We are a team of highly trained, friendly, and compassionate professionals, that believes that mental health is as important as physical health. Our mission is to help our clients build the tools needed to cope with a variety of mental health conditions, allowing them to pursue their dreams while living a balanced and healthy life. Issues that we encounter include: • anxiety • depression • eating disorders • women psychological issues including post-natal depression • addictions • grief

Online Therapy

Olivia Padelukas

I work best with clients who are interested in deepening their self-awareness and improving their ability to healthily connect with themselves and others. My philosophy focuses on treating you as a whole person. Whether you're facing challenges in building healthy relationships, managing anxiety, depression, or trauma, I aim to increase your self-understanding and provide you with tools to better regulate and soothe yourself.

Online Therapy

Kim Wirt

I specialize in supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals, particularly those exploring their identities and navigating trauma in a cisheteronormative world. My ideal clients seek a safe, affirming space to process experiences and build emotional regulation skills. I also work with those in kink, ENM/polyamory, and SW communities, offering tailored, DBT-based support through a holistic, anti-oppressive lens.

Online Therapy

Elsa Lau

Hi I’m Elsa (she/they), a NYC clinical psychologist specializing in life transitions, identity, and spirituality (meaning, purpose, and connection). I’m also passionate about serving communities that have historically experienced barriers to whole-person care including LGBTQ+, BIPOC, Asian American, and neurodivergent (gifted, 2e, autistic, highly sensitive) teens, adults, partners, and families of all kinds. Services I provide include therapy, assessment, consultation and training.

Online Therapy

Luckdjyne Neas

Are you overwhelmed by anxiety and depression? Are you struggling to manage your mixed emotions? Are you feeling stuck or just unsatisfied with your life right now? Are you faced with the loss of a love one, the end of a relationship or a stressful workplace? You have made an incredible first step by just being here !

Amna Adamjee

My primary clinical focus has been treating adults from diverse backgrounds with anxiety and panic disorders, mood disorders, trauma, self-esteem issues, relational distress, adjustment, and multicultural issues. I draw upon principles of CBT, Narrative and Trauma Therapy, Inner Child Work, Attachment theory, Psychodynamic Theory, and Mindfulness-Based Practices and have experience with individual and group work in South Asia and U.S.A.

Alexandra Kadish

Before private practice, I worked with the child welfare system, supporting children, teens, and families facing housing instability, mental illness, domestic violence, and trauma. In private practice, I discovered my passion for neurodiversity, specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders. I also support clients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, personality disorders, and stressors related to abuse, life transitions, family conflict, and self-esteem.

Deanna Aliperti

I blend a variety of therapeutic techniques—EMDR, CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic therapy—with a touch of humor— to create a dynamic, personalized approach to healing. Therapy is not a "one size fits all" solution, so collaborating with my clients to find what tools and strategies work best for each person is important to me. At the end of the day, you are the master of your own experience!

Elizabeth Savettiere

I serve those who are Neurodivergent, experience grief, trauma, sexual/gender exploration, life transitions, and difficulties in self esteem, anxiety, depression, as well as bipolar disorders.

Dr. Landon Coleman

Through 21 years in the military, I developed a comprehensive understanding of diverse experiences and trauma. I specialize in medication management, recognizing the crucial role psychotropics play in enhancing therapeutic outcomes. I am committed to a collaborative approach that effectively leverages medication management, supporting evidence-based psychotherapy and ensuring that treatment is both effective and tailored to each client's unique needs.

Janay Bailey

My previous work involved facilitating group therapy on various populations, including those with symptoms of depression, anxiety, substance abuse disorders, trauma, etc. I specialized in providing CBT, DBT, stress management, self-esteem, and a wide range of groups to meet the needs of my patients.

Katelyn Leong

I have experience working with individuals managing life transitions, stress management, cultural identity, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression & mood disorders, and self-esteem. I am passionate about centering my clients’ intersectional identifies in exploring how we navigate the world at large. I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds in the non-profit sector & agency settings.

Kayla Kalousdian

I value being able to work with my clients throughout there therapeutic journey. I find it important that clients are able to grow and learn about themselves. When clients are able to get to know themselves they are able to get a better understanding of their emotions, behaviors and thoughts. My goals is to empower each client I work with. Our mind is extremely powerful and instead of it taking over your capabilities I want to work with to gain back control of yourself.

Kristina Damiano

I have clinical experience using a cultural, and trauma informed perspective to individualize treatment for my clients. I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, eating disorders/body image issues, OCD, relationship issues, ASD, ADHD, self-esteem, and sex and intimacy issues. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, couples and LGBTQ+ individuals.

Kristjana McCarthy

I have worked with a wide diversity of individuals and couples including LGBTQIA+ and gender expansive folks, children, adolescents, adults, military service members, and veterans. My work has primarily been with people struggling with anxiety, depression, personality disorders, PTSD, Bipolar I, ADHD, and interpersonal concerns.

Marina Tormey

As a Trained EMDR therapist, with clinical experience in Attachment-Focused Interventions, IFS, TF-CBT, and Integrative Neuroscience (prioritizing the role of the brain-body connection), I empower my clients to experience deep, lasting transformation on their healing journey. I work with adolescents and adults navigating trauma healing, generational wounds, attachment, hopelessness, anxiety, depression, life transitions, spirituality, and a lost sense of self.

Samantha Fitzgerald

I have worked with people with co-occurring diagnoses for over 4 years, primarily working with individuals with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, bipolar disorders, depression, trauma, schizophrenia, and substance use. I have found utilizing cultural competency and adapting to clients’ individual needs and strengths to be paramount in my work.

Shengzi Sun

I have worked with teenagers, adults, and couples with various mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, primary family issues, trauma, life transition & adjustment difficulties, and various addiction issues. I am particularly passionate about supporting bilingual populations from culturally diverse backgrounds, helping them navigate the system and thrive in their own ways.