Laura O’Connell, LCSW, PMH-C
I am a LCSW, practicing in New York and Florida. I have experience using psychoanalytic, cognitive behavioral, and client centered therapies to help clients reach a state of peace, inner strength, and acceptance. I am Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PHM-C), and I have a particular interest and training in supporting individuals struggling with challenges related to perinatal mental health.
Ilana Orange, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York, providing trauma-focused therapy for those dealing with the lasting effects of abuse, anxiety, grief, and relationship difficulties. With advanced training in EMDR, IFS, ACT, and DBT, I support clients in working through painful memories and emotional challenges in manageable, tolerable steps. I specifically specialize in working with women who are processing trauma, stress, or anxiety, often rooted in complex personal histories.
Claudia De Paula, LMHC
I am a LMHC, practicing in New York and Florida. I am a native Portuguese speaker, and am fluent in conducting sessions in English as well. I have extensive experience counseling individuals experiencing trauma (including sexual), grief/loss, PTSD, OCD, anxiety, as well as personality and mood disorders, including depression, among other issues.
Robin Van Ness, LMHC
I am a LMHC, practicing in New York. I have more than 15 years of experience in counseling and am also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. I work with a variety of client populations but specialize with BIPOC clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem issues, anger management issues, grief/bereavement, trauma, family conflict and strained relationships with parents. I particularly enjoy working with middle-aged to older adults, and my approach to care combines strength based therapy, loaded with empathy and support, as well as skill building and solution focused therapy.
Kaylin Padovano, LMSW
I am a LMSW, practicing in New York and New Jersey. My practice focuses primarily on adults struggling with anxiety, depression and PTSD with a specialty in working with survivors of interpersonal violence and identity-based trauma. I use modalities including CBT, mindfulness, client-centered therapy and body-based approaches. I aim to help people overcome trauma, loss, and other emotional challenges by tapping into their innate resilience and healing abilities.