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I have been practicing psychotherapy for over 36 years. I am a clinical psychologist with a PhD from Duke University, and postdoctoral training in couple and family therapy. I work with people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and anger management; with troubled kids and teens and parents seeking new parenting techniques; with people having trouble getting organized and paying attention; and with people challenged in their ability to form and maintain healthy relationships. I specialize in couple therapy, helping couples to communicate and solve problems more effectively.

I am a collaborative and interactive therapist that utilizes a variety of psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, EFT, and solution-focused techniques based on the individual client, their wants, needs and goals.

If you have ADHD, you’ve probably spent your life being told—or telling yourself—that you are lazy, messy, inconsistent, or just don't listen. You’ve likely tried the planners, the apps, and traditional talk therapy to "fix" these things, only to end up feeling burned out and frustrated by the grind.

I do things differently. I don’t view your ADHD as a flaw to be cured; I view it as a powerful engine. My approach bridges deep nervous system regulation with a mechanical framework based on the Law of Assumption.

The reality of your life—your career, your stress levels, your relationships—is simply a mirror reflecting your Self-Concept. If you assume that life has to be a chaotic struggle or that you are inherently "falling short," your reality will continue to reflect that back to you.

In my practice, we don't just talk about the struggle or dwell in the past. We act as detectives to find the core assumptions running the show. Together, we identify what you actually desire, rewrite the assumptions that are keeping you stuck, and use somatic energy work like EFT/Tapping to calm your nervous system when your brain tries to resist the shift.

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York, I know reaching out for support can be incredibly challenging, especially when you’re exhausted from constantly criticizing yourself, overthinking every decision, or carrying experiences from the past that still affect how you see yourself today.

Prioritizing your own healing can be difficult when so much feels outside of your control. My goal is to create a warm, open-minded, and occasionally humorous space where you feel supported every step of the way.

Wherever your healing journey begins, we’ll move at your pace and figure it out together.

Hi there, I'm Marissa!

I support you in navigating your life and relationships. Do you often feel disconnected or unheard by your spouse? There is a way to feel connected and heard. Together, you can gain new perspectives and learn tools to heal from problems in your relationship. I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can be yourself.

My focus

I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship disconnection, infidelity, grief, trauma, self-esteem, and personal growth. You are not broken. You are healing beautifully. Your next level of growth starts here.

I believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in practical tools that create meaningful change. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and ADHD.

I aim to create a space where you can show up fully — without judgment — while also being gently challenged toward growth. Therapy with me is not just about talking through problems; it’s about building awareness, strengthening emotional regulation, and developing skills that help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

My style is warm, direct, and supportive. I integrate evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and strengths-based interventions. Whether you’re working through past experiences or trying to manage current stressors, we’ll move at a pace that feels safe while still encouraging progress.

I am especially passionate about helping individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from their sense of purpose. My goal is to support you in honoring who you are while discovering who you’re becoming.

Most guys don't end up in therapy because things fell apart. They end up here because they've been handling everything — work, relationships, expectations, pressure — and at some point something feels off, even when it looks fine from the outside. That's when you need something different: a stronger sense of your own values and direction.

I'm Joe Nord, the founder of Nord Therapy. Before becoming a therapist, I was a Division I athlete for five years and then a Division I wrestling coach for 13 years, including time at Columbia University. I've spent my career around men who hold themselves to a high standard — driven, high-achieving, often in finance, law, medicine, or building something of their own. I understand that world from the inside, not just from a textbook.

I draw on REBT, CBT, ACT, existential philosophy, and Stoic and Buddhist thought to help clients examine the beliefs and expectations that are quietly running the show. I'm direct, practical, and focused on creating real, meaningful change — not just talking about it.

Life's ebbs and flows often place us in a constant state of unrest. I'd love to help you navigate past and present challenges, fostering peace, stability, and healing.

Lauren Zavier, LCSW, focuses her practice on helping people develop practical ways to change behaviors and live the life they want. Lauren believes that every goal takes work and that there are no shortcuts. Lauren helps others to learn to face the unknown with strength and curiosity.

I've been practicing social work for 6+ years and currently have 30 active clients — which means I've had the chance to work with a wide range of experiences, life stages, and presentations. That breadth shapes how I approach each new client: with genuine curiosity and without assumptions.

I work with adults on anxiety, depression, ADHD, maternal mental health, grief, PTSD, learning differences, relationship challenges, and cultural identity. Maternal mental health in particular is an area I care deeply about — the transition into parenthood brings its own kind of complexity that deserves specific clinical attention.

My foundation is the belief that clients are the experts on their own lives. I'm here to help you get clearer on what you already know and build from there.