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True healing isn't just about managing symptoms — it's about addressing the whole person.

I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who believes that lasting stability and happiness require working on three levels: your physical experience, your emotional patterns, and your spiritual wellbeing. When all three are addressed together, real change becomes possible.

I work with clients to identify what's getting in the way of the life they want — and build the tools, insight, and coping strategies to actually get there.

Soledad Pirro, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC is a dual-board-certified family and psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner who has combined expertise in primary and psychiatric care. She offers holistic, evidence-based Telehealth services and is committed to a nonjudgmental, client-centered focus. Her practice helps individuals enhance physical and emotional well-being through individualized care.

Welcome- I'm a culturally informed and trauma oriented counselor dedicated to help individual to heal, grow, and reconnect with their authentic selves.

My journey into mental health work began during my years as a Child Protective Specialist in NYC, where I worked closely with children and adults navigating some of life's most painful and complex circumstances.

After receiving my graduate degree, I worked with non-profit organization supporting children and survivors of domestic violence. Today, I serve as a full time outpatient mental health therapist working with clients from diverse background who are seeking healing, clarity, and empowerment.

Each step of my career has been guiding me by a simple truth: that healing is possible when people feel truly seen, heard, understood, supported. My new chapter with Headway marks an exciting step forward- expanding my practice to offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy for those ready to begin or continue their healing journey.

Hello, I'm Olawande Awopetu, an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I am honored to serve as a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to enhancing and safeguarding your mental well-being. With my extensive background in the field, I specialize in delivering empathetic and comprehensive care for a range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, substance use disorder, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and schizophrenia.

I work with client's in their 20's and 30's struggling with setting boundaries and low self esteem. I also treat anxiety and depression as my speciality.

I want you to feel comfortable and understood from the very first conversation we have. My work centers on helping people manage anxiety, lift the weight of depression, and find steady footing in recovery from addiction. I see care as something we build together, not something done to you, so your voice shapes every step of the plan. Whether you are just starting to notice something feels off or you have carried a struggle for years, you deserve a partner who listens closely and treats your goals as the compass. I bring warmth, encouragement, and a genuine belief that change is possible, and I am glad you are here.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor with a doctorate in psychology and 20 years of experience working with adults and seniors, including people navigating ADHD, trauma, grief, mood disorders, and major life transitions. My approach is faith-informed: I integrate a Christian worldview into my clinical work for clients who want that, and I offer a secular, evidence-based framework for those who don't. Either way, I take the whole person seriously — not just the symptom. I completed brain health training through the Amen Clinic, which has meaningfully shaped how I think about ADHD and cognitive health in older adults. I'm also a published author: my 2019 book came out of doctoral research on fear, dementia, and the aging mind.

Hi! I'm Nellie, a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) with 36 years of experience providing compassionate, person-centered and trauma-informed care to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse populations facing mental health challenges, substance use, domestic violence, incarceration, family crises, trauma, and relationship and marital concerns. Whatever brings you here, my goal is to create a space where you can show up honestly, do the work, and build the insight and tools needed to move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional steadiness.

I have 8 years of nursing experience working with children as young as 6 years and older across inpatient and outpatient settings. Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, ODD, bipolar and psychotic disorders are some of the areas I have expertise in.

I graduated from Hofstra University Nurse Practitioner Program and was recognized for The Academic Excellence Award for outstanding clinical and academic performance.

You've been carrying something heavy — maybe for years. The kind of weight that doesn't show on the outside but makes everything feel harder: getting through a workday, trusting people, feeling safe in your own body. Whether you're navigating trauma, PTSD, OCD, depression, or anxiety — or healing from experiences of sexual or physical abuse — you don't have to keep managing this alone. I work with adults across New York, including women, Black and multicultural clients, and LGBTQ+ individuals who are done shrinking and ready for something to actually shift.

I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master of Science in Nursing. I provide compassionate, evidence based care for adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma-related disorders, and other mental health conditions. I am a passionate advocate for promoting mental wellness, empowering individuals to manage their conditions effectively and live fulfilling lives.

If you are constantly living on high alert, feeling overwhelmed by past trauma, recent painful event, or managing the high-pressure anxiety of the tri-state area, you do not have to carry the weight alone. I am here to help. My practice operates under the philosophy of Kizuna—building a strong, safe bond where you can unpack your heaviest moments without any judgment. Because of my background in psychiatric care, I am uniquely equipped to help you feel safe in your skin using simple, practical tools like CBT and gentle body-centered practices. Whether you want to integrate a, faith-based perspective into your healing or simply need a grounded space to process your pain, we will work entirely at your own pace to help you find genuine peace.

I am nonjudgmental and open-minded

I approach the conversations without preconceived notions or judgements

I encourage openness and honesty

Let the clients know that they can speak freely and their honesty is appreciated and important

I'm glad you're here, and I want you to know that reaching out takes courage. I support individuals navigating a wide range of concerns — anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Whatever brings you here, my goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and supported.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I strongly believe in working together to achieve your goals. My main focus is working with adults who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression or overall stress. I accept insurance through headway and provide services via simplepractice telehealth.

Como Trabajadora Social Clínica Licenciada, creo firmemente en trabajar juntos para alcanzar tus objetivos. Mi enfoque principal es trabajar con adultos que enfrentan trauma, ansiedad, depresión o estrés en general. Acepto seguros a través de Headway y brindo servicios a través de la plataforma de telesalud SimplePractice.