New Paltz Therapists specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Stephanie Ganor

- ADHD - Anxiety - Depression - Bi-polar - Trauma - Self-esteem issues - Life transitions - LGBTQ+ community - Relationship issues

Steve Akchayan

Steve works with clients from all backgrounds on issues including substance abuse, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, personality disorders, and chronic pain and is a gender-affirming therapist. His work with LGBTQ+ clients spans all identities, covering all traumas, coming out, managing relationships, etc., while reinforcing positive identity affirmation. Steve conducts individual, group, and couples counseling sessions.

Sumantha Sen

I currently help adult clients experiencing challenges associated with chronic illness including adjustment disorders and non-compliance, immigration, depression, anxiety, grief & loss.

Yifan Jin

I have worked with diverse range of racial, sexual, and gender identity clients facing a variety of mental health related issues, including anxiety, depression, racial and cultural issues, family dynamic, interpersonal and relationship based issues. Together, we explore the presented issues and delve further into the root of the matter. We explore a more productive way of interacting with the ourselves and the world.

Zeist Rizvi

Zeist has experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults grappling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, relationship issues, and family dynamics. Informed by her own multicultural journey as a Pakistani woman, Zeist is passionate about understanding and addressing multicultural concerns within historically marginalized and immigrant communities.

Shengzi Sun

Shengzi has clinical experiences working with individuals and couples with various mental health concerns such as Anxiety, Depression, primary family issues, trauma, transition & adjustment difficulties, and various substance-misuse related issues. She is especially passionate about working with clients from culturally diverse backgrounds, and providing linguistically sensitive, culturally appropriate, and multicultural focused treatments tailored to clients’ backgrounds and presenting concerns.

Margaret Bass

I work with a diverse range of individuals to address manifestations of anxiety, depression, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and attachment difficulties. My clients come seeking support to navigate their emotional challenges, build resilience, and foster healthier relationships.

Yiran Sun

Yiran has experience working with a variety of clients, from children to seniors in both private agencies and community clinics. She has previously worked extensively with first-generation immigrants, minority populations, and their families to offer linguistically sensitive therapies. She works collaboratively with clients and addresses issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, perfectionism, career, self-identity, life transitions, relationships, and self-growth.

Alysa Bowman

My ideal clients are those with an open mind ready for change. I work with individuals from adolescence to adulthood, addressing anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. Change can be challenging, but with time and commitment, it is possible.

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Yuanjing Wang

I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families navigating mood disorders, trauma, and stress, with a particular focus on minority groups, women, immigrants, and international students. These clients often face unique challenges, including cultural adjustment, discrimination, and identity conflicts, in addition to common mental health issues like anxiety and depression. Their goals often center around achieving resilience, emotional stability, self-acceptance, and empowerment.

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Yonette Eversley

The ideal client is ready to reshape their narrative and embrace self-discovery. They are open to exploring their past, confronting challenges, and courageously envisioning their future. Together, we’ll navigate this journey, celebrating milestones and crafting a story that reflects their true self. My role is to provide the guidance and tools needed to move toward a more fulfilling and authentic identity.

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Emily Miller

I specialize in supporting individuals facing challenges related to maternal mental health, parenting, postpartum depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and Previvors. Throughout my experience, I’ve observed that these populations often share a deep desire to be seen, understood, and heard. Many feel different and long for genuine empathy and connection. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where my clients can freely express themselves and feel truly valued for who they are.

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Jillian Drummond

I work with individuals across their lifespan who struggle with anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, trauma, and racial and cultural identity. I help clients through the challenges of life, including relationships, love, or experiencing grief and loss. I want my clients to know that they are not alone, and what they are feeling is normal. There is no need to put off seeking help – we all need it from time to time.

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Linda Robinson

My ideal client would be someone who is motivated to find contentment and peace. They may not understand what it looks like or how to reach it, but they are willing to put in the effort. It can be difficult to recognize what fulfills us at first, but willingness to open up and accept guidance is a very powerful start. Ideally, mothers who are struggling with everyday issues such as juggling work, family and relationships are the clients that I would love to be able to work with.

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Erinne Gibson

Clients I serve are between the ages of 12-55, male and female, who are looking to identify and change challenging behaviors and thought patterns. I incorporate parts work and body based techniques in combination with cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and skill building strategies to help clients find a better sense of fulfillment in their lives. After my own trauma I turned to substances and other things outside myself and can empathize with what it takes to make yourself whole again.

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Laura Matunas

I work primarily with persons with a history of sexual assault and other traumas. Their issues are pervasive and complex, experiencing an array of symptoms and potential triggers such as depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, enuresis, sleep disturbance, anger, panic attacks, and more. These clients want to navigate life without fear and regain a sense of purpose and safety. Often, they want to find the will to live and quiet suicidal thoughts.

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Kylie Kohut

I specialize in helping people navigate the challenges of substance abuse, eating disorders and family dynamics. In sessions, I work with my clients to find and address the root causes of their challenges so we can create a holistic treatment plan that will improve their overall quality of life.

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Perri Barra

I work with individuals from all walks of life who are seeking support and guidance on their journey of self improvement. There are moments in all of our lives where we feel like something is holding us back from living as our best version of ourselves, and I am here to help you navigate those circumstances and create a healthy, fulfilling path forward.

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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.

Catherine Marsh

Why work with me? I am dedicated to help you make meaning of your experience. In turn, if you are ready to work on your problems, look deep inside for how you understand your concerns, and boldly address what you can change, then we'll be a good fit. I work with people of all ages and also couples to give you the best tools and internal awareness to make better decisions and cope more effectively with stressful situations.

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