MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR - LP

Jennifer A.

I am a first generation Ghanaian-American woman who enjoys working with emerging adults with different backgrounds and issues including with anxiety, depression, and life concerns such navigating interpersonal relationships, employment, family dynamics, identify and self-worth.

I wholeheartedly believe that our emotional well-being is of vital importance of our overall health. You deserve to take care of yourself by pursuing joy, peace, freedom and healing in all ways that are meaningful to you. Therapy is a transformative means towards this end and while a journey may be a difficult one, it is well worth it. I look forward to accompanying, encouraging, and holding space for you as you press forward throughout this therapeutic journey.  I will work with you in a collaborative manner to identify how we can help you live your life in an authentic and fulfilling manner.

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Ashley Gopaul

I am an Indo-Caribbean therapist whose therapy style is a non-judgemental, culturally competent, intersectional approach to mental health care. I believe therapy is a safe space to be your true self, which means allowing yourself to feel vulnerable and express the more difficult emotions, and to put yourself first.

Often throughout our lives, we have been taught many different messages growing up that often shape how we navigate the world. Therapy is where you can unlearn and reframe some of the harmful messages you received while maintaining that connection to the positive messages in your culture and community.

I hope to create a space to focus on how to utilize your strengths and grow towards acceptance to be the best version of yourself, however you come to define that. Life can be difficult and there is still much stigma against mental health, but you don't have to do it alone.

Marriage and Family Therapist

Iman Demelva

As a first-generation American with roots in Trinidad and Tobago, I bring a culturally competent perspective to my practice. With a Bachelor's in Communication and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, I am well-equipped to guide clients through various challenges. My personal experiences, including over 14 years of marriage, parenting two children, and blending families, provide me with a nuanced understanding of the complexities involved in family dynamics.

My approach combines evidence-based strategies with a focus on understanding and improvement, whether addressing childhood trauma, resolving communication issues, or navigating relationship dynamics. I offer support through Structural, Solution-Focused, Emotionally Focused, and Trauma-Focused therapy. I also specialize in Narrative therapy, which helps clients reframe their experiences to foster healing and growth. Additionally, I value the diverse backgrounds and experiences of my clients and am committed to providing a respectful and empathetic therapeutic environment. My goal is to understand and integrate your cultural context into our work together to ensure a more personalized and effective therapeutic experience.

My clients are individuals, couples, or families experiencing challenges such as communication breakdowns, unresolved childhood trauma, or persistent relationship issues, who seek to improve their emotional connections and interactions, address deep-seated wounds, and achieve personal and relational growth. I look forward to working with more clients who's goals include developing healthier communication patterns, reworking their personal narratives, and enhancing their overall well-being, that desires a supportive environment to work through their struggles and emerge with renewed self-awareness and connection.

 

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Brittany Anderson

Brittany Anderson knew from a young age that she wanted to be a therapist. Learning that there was such a lack in therapists of color, she became one herself. She graduated with her Masters from Columbia School of Social Work and has been practicing psychotherapy for 4 years. She is certified in Motivational Interviewing and uses multiple modalities throughout her work. Including but not limited to psychodynamic, narrative, person centered, strength based and trauma informed therapies.


She works with various age groups and races, individually or couples. She also works with LGBTQIA+ population as well as people practicing non monogamy. Her main focuses are grief, anxiety, depression, sex, sexuality and trauma. She encourages an open, non judgemental space for you to be comfortable being yourself, so you can learn more about yourself and those around you.

LMHC intern

Takisha Sales

If you desire a change in your life. I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgemental space where your experience are heard. understood and embraced. With a compassionate approach, I am here to support you on your path to healing and self-discovery. Together, we will work to navigate challenges. discover your strengths, overcome obstacles, and achieve a more fulfilling life.

With over 29 years of experience in education, I have been trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Restorative Justice, Trauma-informed Practices, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I am passionate about cultivating resilience and providing my clients with the tools and resources necessary to thrive and achieve their short and long-term goals. As a first-generation American with deep roots in both Jamaica and Bermuda, I am committed to educating individuals on how to break generational trauma, patterns, and barriers.

Currently pursuing my Advanced Graduate Certification for Mental Health Counselling at University of Buffalo, I also have two Master's Degrees in Education and School Counselling from Fordham University. On the undergraduate level, I doubled Major in Psychology and Black Studies. Utilizing various therapeutic modalities and approaches, I look forward to collaborating with you as we identify and challenge negative thoughts patterns and behaviors while developing healthy coping strategies.

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Latoya Thomas

Latoya is a multifaceted mental health professional and advocate, proudly identifying as Black, Latinx, Queer, and Neurodivergent. In addition to being a devoted parent and partner, Latoya holds a Master's Degree in Social Work from New York University’s (NYU) Silver School of Social Work with a concentration in clinical practice. Latoya is also a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 15 years of healthcare experience across the lifespan, and they have completed specialized training at the Ackerman Institute for Families in Family Engagement and Acceptance Training for trans and non-binary identifying youth and their families.

As a therapist, Latoya is dedicated to helping the BIPOC community access quality mental health services. They believe that our life experiences shape the lens through which we navigate the world, and their therapeutic journey reflects this understanding. Latoya’s work involves supporting individuals, families, and couples in healing ruptured relationships, managing life transitions, healing trauma, addressing systemic oppression, and managing crises. They also provide LGBTQIA+ related support with acceptance and gender identity, and strengthen couples and families.

Latoya’s approach to therapy is eclectic and client-centered, incorporating narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, and attachment theory. Their extensive experience includes working with BIPOC individuals, LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals from children to adults, black maternal child health, autistic and non-verbal children, victims of domestic violence, substance use disorders, and trauma. Latoya’s professional passion is to help those seeking therapeutic services find the strength to overcome challenges, heal from trauma, and manage crises and life events by finding their inner voice.

MSW Intern

Jackie Pastor

Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m here to help you find balance, healing, and resilience, no matter what you’re facing. As a dedicated mental health professional and social work graduate student, I specialize in helping individuals and families work through life’s challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I create a safe space where you can be heard, understood, and empowered. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, family issues, or navigating a significant life transition, I’m committed to walking alongside you as you develop coping skills and discover new strengths.

I bring my personal experiences and cultural background to the forefront of my practice. As a mother of 2, 1 of 10 sisters and a first-generation immigrant from Honduras, I understand the complexities of balancing family, identity, and mental health in a fast-paced world. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Garifuna, I am passionate about serving diverse communities, especially those who may feel underrepresented or unheard in traditional therapy spaces.

Currently, I’m completing my Master’s in Social Work at Touro Graduate School and have already earned my provisional certification in school social work and bachelors degree in sociology. In my role with the Department of Education, I support students in temporary housing and foster care, giving me firsthand insight into the challenges families face. I’m proud to bring that experience into my work with therapy clients.

If you’re feeling stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed, I can help you find your way back to a place of well-being and peace. My approach emphasizes self-care, emotional wellness, and empowerment—because I believe that every person has the potential to create meaningful change in their life. You deserve to feel strong, capable, and grounded, and I’m here to support you on that journey.

MFT Intern

Camille Anthony

My name is Camille Anthony. I am a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Capella University, building upon my undergraduate education completed at Purchase College, SUNY. Rooted in the systemic basis of Marriage and Family Therapy, my approach is grounded in the belief that individuals are intricately interconnected within their family systems and broader social contexts. This holistic perspective informs my therapeutic practice, emphasizing the impact of relational dynamics, cultural influences, and systemic factors on clients’ well-being and personal growth.

As a second-generation Afro-Caribbean individual from Trinidad and Tobago and Antigua and Barbuda, I am committed to culturally sensitive therapy that honors diverse narratives. I also have a deep appreciation for the arts—music, art, and reading enrich my life and enhance my ability to connect with clients. These interests help create a therapeutic environment that encourages self-expression and exploration, supporting clients on their healing journeys.

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Kenneth Reed

Kenneth is a Brooklyn- based Psychotherapist trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. For the last 7 years, Kenneth has worked with individuals dealing with depression, grief, anxiety, and self-exploration. Furthermore, Kenneth's therapeutic approach focuses on the patterns of client thinking and behavior, as it lends insight to how clients can push through their challenges. Lastly, Kenneth aims to make sessions interactive and thought provoking while encouraging clients to be their best selves.

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Mary Rayven Owens

Hello! My name is M. Rayven Owens, and I am a Transpersonal Psychologist, NYS Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Board-Certified Tele Mental
Health Provider. In addition to my clinical license, I am also trained and certified in Transpersonal Therapy from the International Institute for
Consciousness Exploration and Psychotherapy in the Black Forest, Freiburg, Germany. I work with clients challenged with anxiety, depression, and PTSD among other disorders. 

My transpersonal therapeutic approach involves individual sessions where clients work through cognitive issues on a personal level and deep
contemplative practices that access higher modes of consciousness. My integrated clinical and spiritual therapy fosters a more comprehensive
understanding of my clients’ context towards assisting them achieve optimal
functioning.

During our sessions, we will explore all of your presenting concerns without
presumptions and judgments in a safe and confidential environment. I will
assist you in setting realistic goals towards attaining the life-satisfaction you
desire. I am here to help you turn any cognitive distortions you may have into
sources of motivation and insight.

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Wadia Mamania

Wadia Mamania is a dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker of Sierra Leonean descent, passionate about guiding teens, young adults, couples, and families through life’s most challenging moments. With a warm, client-centered approach, Wadia creates a safe space where individuals feel seen, heard, and supported on their path to healing and growth.

Specializing in managing anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship struggles, work-related stress, and adult ADHD, Wadia blends evidence-based therapeutic practices with a compassionate, human touch. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help clients reframe negative thought patterns, develop effective coping strategies, and build resilience.

Drawing from her cultural background and extensive experience, Wadia’s approach is rooted in collaboration and empathy, empowering clients to enhance emotional regulation, improve communication, and cultivate meaningful connections. She understands that mental health challenges can deeply impact relationships and daily life, and she works closely with clients to foster lasting emotional well-being.

With a deep commitment to supporting individuals and families from diverse backgrounds, Wadia helps clients overcome obstacles and thrive. Whether addressing stress, navigating relationship dynamics, or building self-awareness, Wadia is dedicated to walking alongside her clients every step of the way.