I’m a New York City-based psychotherapist with a focus on life transitions, dating + relationships, anxiety, and self-esteem. I enjoy working with young professionals, and my life experience has given me a level of understanding as it relates to navigating life in New York as an up-and-coming adult in today’s world.
If any of the following statements resonate with you, we may have success in working together:
- “I wish I felt more confident in my social life and when dating”
- “I’m struggling to strike a balance between work and my personal life”
- “I wonder what went wrong with that relationship? Is there something wrong with me?”
- “Why is it so hard for me to assert myself, set boundaries with people, or listen to my intuition?”
- “Why do I criticize myself for not being perfect? I’m in a constant state of compare and despair”
- “Everything around me – my relationships and my sense of who I am in them – feels like it’s constantly changing. It’s frightening and exhausting”
- “Why am I stuck ruminating about traumas from my past?”
Being a young adult in New York City is hard – I see that, and I see you.
Through a compassionate and dynamic approach that blends cognitive-behavioral (CBT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, and the transformative power of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I aim to guide you towards a life marked by self-awareness, authenticity, and fulfillment. Whether you’re navigating the uncertainties of dating, seeking balance between your career and personal life, or wrestling with the shadows of past traumas, there’s a path to relief and empowerment.
Together, we can help you explore not just the surface-level challenges, but the deeper emotions underlying them. My wish is that we can both show up as full and authentic humans so that we can process your experiences, deepen your awareness, and unlock your highest potential.
Finding the right therapist is a deeply personal choice. Like any relationship that requires emotional safety, “chemistry” is key. If you think we might be a good fit and want to explore what it may be like to work together, I invite you to book a complimentary consultation call with me.
Madeleine Phelan, LMSW is a therapy associate at Madison Square Psychotherapy, a partner of Clarity Health + Wellness.
