I am a humanistic and existentialist therapist specializing in helping families, LGBTQ+ identified people, and teens & young adults. I love to help people find their own meaning and get grounded so that they can face the challenges of daily life. I can help with grief work, family conflict, social justice and generalized anxiety, among others.
I am an LGBTQ+ identified person, lifelong New Yorker, and a strong believer in community and restorative justice practices.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Life purpose, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Sexuality, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NY LMHC 017325
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Jay is extremely attentive genuinely cares and has given amazing advice to help better my self
Written on Jul 05, 2026 after therapy with Jay for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and anger management
Best therapist I've had.
Written on Jun 19, 2026 after therapy with Jay for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
She is great and listens to me. Very helpful this far
Written on Jun 15, 2026 after therapy with Jay for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management