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Hi, I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor–Diagnostic (LMHC-D) and CASAC with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I work with adults and adolescents facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, personality concerns, substance use, and life stress. My approach is warm, supportive, and practical. I use tools from CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing to help you better understand yourself and make real, lasting changes. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and empowered to move forward.

Welcome!

Mental well-being is a top priority because it is the key that opens the door to a happy, healthy, and stable life. Life can be full of unpredictable circumstances and events that leave us feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, stressed, anxious, or depressed. Experiencing one, or all, of these starts to negatively impact critical areas such as sleep, work, self-motivation, personal relationships, or lead us to start engage in unhealthy outlets. It also makes us feel all alone and emotionally trapped. Reaching out for help can initially feel uneasy and it is a difficult task, but be proud of yourself that you are taking that first step! I have over 20 years of clinical experience working with clients aged 13 to 75 with a main focus on working for you, your needs, and how to achieve your goals to live a happy, healthy, and stable life. Specialty areas include anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, Acute and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, relationships, couples/marital counseling, sexual issues, employees of law enforcement agencies, and forensic based testing.

My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative and experiential. I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship through which you can share, express freely, and activate your deepest potential for transformation. I am devoted to the well-being of my clients and provide the best possible therapy to help facilitate insight and growth. Areas of expertise include trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, family dynamic/attachment and relationship. I also offer services for clients working toward specific personal goals in the areas of, student/school, career/improved work-life, purpose and personal potential.

I work from a psychodynamic, relational perspective. I incorporate mindfulness,Breathwork, cognitive behavioral techniques(CBT), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) and experiential somatic therapies. I hold a License in Eastern medicine/acupuncture, and my in-depth study of Buddhist and Taoist philosophy and psychology inform my practice.

My practice is In-person in Ithaca NY and Online NY. Video therapy is confidential and available from the privacy and comfort of your home or office. It allows you to avoid travel time, and it reduces obstacle to participating in therapy. I am happy to talk with you about the benefits of this approach during our free 15 minute consultation.

I am a bilingual couples and family therapist with over nine years of experience providing trauma-focused care to people of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds. I value diversity and believe in the power of collaboration to effect change. I focus on your needs while working together to achieve your goals and improve your day-to-day living.

I want you to know that when you come into therapy with me, you don’t have to pretend, minimize, or hold everything together. You get to show up exactly as you are — overwhelmed, hopeful, exhausted, confused, motivated, or anything in between. We take it from there together.

My favorite part of this work has always been sitting with people one‐on‐one. That’s where real connection and real healing happen. I genuinely enjoy getting to know who you are, what you’ve been carrying, and what you’re hoping might feel different.

My style is warm, steady, and honest. I listen closely, ask thoughtful questions, and help you understand the experiences and patterns that are shaping your life. I’m also practical — I like to offer tools and strategies you can actually use in your day‐to‐day life, not just in the therapy room.

I work with people dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, major transitions, and substance use concerns. But most importantly, I work with people who feel stuck or weighed down and aren’t sure how to move forward. Everyone deserves a space where they can breathe and be supported.

Something I tell clients often is this: I don’t want you to just feel better — I want you to be well. Feeling better can be temporary. Being well means building insight, healing, and lasting change.

My goal is simple: to help you feel safe, understood, and supported as you find your footing and move toward what’s healthier and more meaningful for you.

When dealing with changes in life or difficulties that attempt to define us, we often try to solve these problems in isolation. Having someone to talk to—in a non-judgmental and empathetic setting—allows us to sort through our thoughts and emotions in an environment primed for growth. Nathan (he/him/his) is a psychotherapist who utilizes proven cognitive, behavioral, and existential methods to conduct effective therapy. With training and experience in AEDP, CBT, ACT, DBT, and Logotherapy, he is qualified and skilled at collaborating with clients to deliver the most effective therapy approach to each individual.

Nathan has over a dozen years of professional experience in various leadership and support roles. He holds his MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Colorado and his MBA from the University of Denver. He is fully licensed in the state of New York as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor