Expert Trauma Therapy & PTSD Treatment in NYC

If you feel “stuck” in survival mode—constantly on edge, emotionally numb, or unable to shake a persistent sense of dread—you may be living with the lasting effects of trauma. I provide a safe, thoughtful space in Manhattan for individuals and couples to work through the impact of overwhelming life experiences. The aim is not only symptom relief, but deeper integration—helping you move beyond pervasive fear toward greater stability, vitality, and a more grounded and peaceful sense of self.

Do any of these trauma symptoms or signs of PTSD feel familiar?

Trauma can affect the mind and body in many ways. You may recognize yourself in some of these common trauma symptoms:

• Feeling on edge after trauma: Like something could go wrong at any moment, even when things seem fine.
• Inability to relax: My body stays tense, as if it’s always bracing for something.
• Traumatic memories replaying: Memories come back uninvited—sometimes vividly, sometimes in fragments.
• Avoiding trauma triggers: Places, people, or situations that remind me of what I went through.
• Emotional numbness after trauma: Like I’ve had to shut down or numb myself just to get through the day.
• Startling easily: Loud noises or sudden movements hit me harder than they should.
• Sleep problems after trauma: Either I can’t fall asleep, or I wake up feeling unsettled.
• Feeling disconnected or dissociated: From myself, from others, or from what’s happening around me.

• Irritability after trauma: Small things set me off in ways that don’t feel like me.
• Hypervigilance: Letting my guard down doesn’t feel safe.
• Trauma-related shame or self-blame: Even when part of me knows it doesn’t fully make sense.
• Difficulty concentrating after trauma: My mind feels foggy or drifts when I try to focus.
• Chronic exhaustion: Like my system has been running too hard for too long.
• Strong emotional reactions: My responses feel bigger or faster than I can manage.
• Sudden rage or anger after trauma: Something about me changed after what happened.
• Feeling stuck in the past: Part of me knows it’s over, but my body hasn’t caught up.

Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) and Relational Trauma

While PTSD often stems from a single shock (like a car accident or medical crisis), Complex PTSD usually involves prolonged or repeated exposure to trauma, often within relationships. In the event of losing a spouse or child, trauma is often accompanied by feelings of grief. This can create a "shattered self," leading to chronic shame, difficulty trusting others, and a persistent feeling of being "broken."

I specialize in helping clients navigate these "invisible" wounds, including:

• Relationship Trauma: Healing the emotional impact of betrayal, loss of trust, or repeated ruptures in close relationships.
• Childhood Neglect: Healing the "attachment wounds" that affect adult intimacy.
• Medical Trauma: Processing the psychological toll of invasive treatments, malpractice, or sudden illness.
• Job Performance Stress: For executives and founders whose "survival drive" has become a source of burnout.
• Emotional Injury: Navigating betrayal or trust violations in professional and personal life.

Common Symptoms: Is Your Body Keeping Score?

Trauma lives in the body. If your mind says you're "fine" but your body says otherwise, you may notice:

• Hypervigilance: Feeling "on guard" in social or professional settings.
• Emotional Numbness: Feeling detached from loved ones or unable to feel joy.
• Intrusive Loops: Reliving past events through nightmares or "day-mares."
• Physical Tension: Chronic headaches, chest tightness, or a sudden racing heart.

The Roadmap to Healing: What to Expect

Trauma therapy is not about “reliving” pain; it is about understanding and emotionally processing it so it no longer controls your present life. My work often follows a three-phase approach tailored to your unique needs:

A Safe Clinical Home for Your Recovery

In the fast-paced, often invalidating environment of New York City, therapy should be a sanctuary. My approach is depth-oriented and relational, meaning we don't just "talk about" the trauma—we create a restorative emotional experience in the room that helps your brain and body learn that the danger has passed. I don't use a one-size-fits-all method. I engage with the whole of who you are—your thoughts, emotions, history, and hopes for the future. It's deeply meaningful to walk alongside my clients as they grow, change, and pursue both personal and professional goals. If this resonates with you, I invite you to reach out.