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I'm so fortunate to know some really wonderful therapists who I'm delighted to refer to if you are in an area that I am not licensed in or are seeking a different type of therapy than I provide. Please feel free to visit their pages and contact them if they seem like a better fit. I am grateful to them for being a part of my career and my life.

Lisa Headings, MA, NCC — expressive arts therapist
Licensed in Oregon
She helps women who feel lost, disconnected, or depleted rediscover their sense of self and reclaim their inner spark. Through expressive arts therapy, she supports people at turning points—those navigating burnout, transitions, or the deep question of “what now?”
Visit their website here:  
www.expressyourpath.com

Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW, is a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and EMDR-certified clinician with over a decade of clinical experience.
Licensed in NY, NJ, and IL. 
She helps high-achieving women, especially in tech, finance, and healthcare, heal from trauma, anxiety, and imposter syndrome so they can lead and live with confidence. With an MBA in Marketing and firsthand experience navigating the pressures of corporate life, she offers both weekly therapy and EMDR intensives for 
Visit their website here: www.dorleemichaeli.com

Kiara Brown, LPC is a trauma-informed therapist.
Licensed in PA, VT, SC, and FL. 
She specializes in helping high-functioning but emotionally exhausted adults break free from anxiety, burnout, and people-pleasing. Kiara blends EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, and is currently training in clinical hypnotherapy to support deeper healing. Her approach is warm, direct, and collaborative—rooted in practical tools and emotional insight. As a mom of two and Army spouse, she brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. Kiara offers virtual therapy exclusively and welcomes referrals for adults seeking support with trauma, anxiety, boundaries, and self-worth.
Visit their website here:  
www.lunar-counseling.com.

Judy Wang, LCPC, CPC, is a licensed psychotherapist and the owner of Healing Hearts Counseling, LLC.
Licensed 
in NV, MD, and SC.  
She offers online therapy for adults specializing in trauma recovery, OCD treatment, and anxiety. As an EMDR-certified clinician, Judy brings a trauma-informed lens to her work, helping clients heal from past wounds and understand how early experiences shape current patterns. She is experienced in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) using tailored Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy. Her anxiety work often focuses on chronic people-pleasing and difficulty setting boundaries. Judy provides a warm, collaborative space grounded in evidence-based practices to support meaningful and lasting change.

Visit their website here: healingheartscounselingllc.org

Kristin Zeising, PsyD, CST
Licensed in CA, FL, VT and internationally.
She is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist who helps people create authentic relationships, a vibrant and fulfilling sex life, and a more connected, meaningful life aligned with who they truly are. Her work is grounded, compassionate, and focused on real transformation.
She offers online individual therapy, couples counseling, and sex therapy.
Visit their website here: https://drzeising.com/

Franziska Kleffel, HPPsych  
Licensed in Germany.
She is a licensed psychotherapist offering sessions in both English and German. With a humanistic background plus  an intuitive yet analytical approach, she meets clients at eye level, creating a safe, collaborative space to explore personal themes at a pace and depth that suits their needs. Her work is rooted in presence, awareness, and mutual respect.
Having lived, traveled, and studied across cultures, she’s especially attuned to the needs of internationally minded individuals and those navigating life between different places.
She welcomes referrals for thoughtful, sensitive people navigating emotional overwhelm, anxiety, identity questions, or life transitions — especially those seeking to reconnect with themselves, rebuild trust in their own inner compass, and live more authentically and intentionally.
Visit their website here: ​https://www.franziska-kleffel.eu/en/welcome-to-online-therapy/

Carol Roberts, LMHC 
Licensed in FL.

She works with high-achieving women and survivors of toxic or narcissistic relationships who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure of who they are anymore. Her approach is calm, collaborative, and trauma-informed—focused on helping you feel grounded, rebuild your self-trust, and set boundaries without guilt. Together, you'll gently untangle old patterns and rediscover the version of you that feels whole, steady, and at peace—because every woman deserves peace of mind. 
Visit their website here:  www.carol-l-roberts.com.

Paula Maness, PsyD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Licensed in FL and CA.
She works with high-functioning men and women who look put together on the outside but feel stuck, disconnected, or burned out on the inside. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anger, or just wondering who you’ve become, she offers a space to get real, get clear, and start healing. Faith is welcomed in her practice—but never forced. Her approach is honest, practical, and rooted in results. 
Visit their website here: 
http://www.mytherapypartner.org/

Olga 
Chernyavska, MA, PGDip, BSc, PQT
Licensed internationally, except in the USA and Canada
Olga is an online counsellor, psychotherapist, and supervisor, working in English and Russian. For over 12 years, she has helped people move from anxiety and trauma toward healthier, happier lives. She works with individuals who tend to prioritise others, as well as perfectionists and high achievers. Alongside her clinical training, Olga is also a Kundalini Yoga Teacher and Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner. She offers both weekly and intensive therapy, using an integrative holistic approach that that recognises the interconnection of the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of well-being.
 
Online counselling and psychotherapy are available internationally, except in the USA and Canada, due to licensing requirements. Other services are available worldwide.
Visit their website here: https://olga-therapy.com/
Joanne Mackie, LMHC, CCTPI and CCTPII, CGPS I & II
917-336-4467


I am licensed in the following US jurisdictions:
New York City and New York State
Bergen County, New Jersey and the State of New Jersey
Miami Dade, Florida and the State of Florida 
Greenwich, Connecticut and the State of Connecticut


  • Let's Talk Trauma
    • What is CPTSD
    • Anxiety and Trauma
    • Depression and Trauma
    • Grief and Trauma
    • Anger and Trauma
  • Grief and Loss
    • Pet Bereavement
  • About Me
    • FAQ
    • Therapeutic relationship
  • About You
  • Methods
    • Somatic Therapies
    • Parts Work
  • Contact Therapist
    • Payment
  • Blog
  • Trusted Colleagues