New York

Maya Benattar, LCAT

202 West 40th Street, New York, NY 10018
914-330-9545  | maya.benattar@gmail.com  |  http://www.mayabenattar.com

Anxiety, developmental/intergenerational trauma, HSP. Music Therapy and Psychotherapy. I am also an HSP.

Maria Baratta, PhD, LCSW

300 Central Park West Suite 1C NY, NY 10024
212-787-9800  |  MBARmail@aol.com

Eating disorders, couples counseling. Is also a HSP.

Elizabeth Childs MS, LMHC, LPC, SEP, LMT

310 Riverside Drive @ 103rd St, New York, NY 10025
646-630-2788 | elizabethjchilds@gmail.com| https://www.somaticexperiencing.nyc

I am a somatically integrative psychotherapist, dually licensed in both psychotherapy and therapeutic bodywork.
My work is informed by the polyvagal theory, attachment theory and
the latest research on trauma and the body.
I have been a Certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner since 2013, with advanced training and 40+ years of experience in numerous bodywork systems.
I practiced oncology massage and educated other therapists during my 17 years as a Senior Massage Therapist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City.
I integrate and teach the use of touch modalities when appropriate with Somatic Experiencing to help in healing trauma and chronic traumatic stress.
As a former professional jazz musician and vocalist, I welcome clients who want to explore their own possibilities for creativity.

Jeanette Sawyer Cohen, PhD

Telehealth for residents of NY, CT, or FL, with physical offices in Hartsdale (Westchester County) and NYC (Columbus Circle). Parent Coaching (distinct from psychotherapy) available internationally via zoom.
347-514-9654 | drsawyercohen@edparenting.com | https://www.edparenting.com

I specialize in the HSP and gifted populations, offering (1) psychotherapy for women and (2) parent coaching.

Heather Clifford, PsyD

Virtual throughout New York State
516-321-0039 | hclifford@emergingpsych.com | https://emergingpsych.com/

I am passionate about supporting people in their twenties build confidence and a life they feel proud of. I enjoy helping folks this age because I discovered I was a HSP in my twenties and it was life changing. I aim to help other HSPs find strength in their sensitivity and learn how to advocate and set boundaries for themselves.

I take a compassionate and caring approach to therapy that is queer affirming, neuro affirming, and trauma informed. I have specialized training in acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, self-compassion, and exposure interventions.

Huong Diep, PsyD

858-367-3779|info@drhdiep.com|https://drhdiep.com

Telehealth sessions only

I offer a unique, empathic, and compassionate perspective that is strengths and resiliency based. I am sensitive to the needs of historically marginalized groups and have specific training in concerns such as chronic illness/pain, perimenopause, and the long term impacts of childhood trauma on current relationships.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental, and validating space for clients with intersectional identities to unpack any history of trauma and family dynamics that can impact current functioning. I especially enjoy working with other introverts, empaths, and Highly Sensitive People (HSP) to understand their superpowers and how to cope in a chaotic world.

I am also a HSP.

Carolyn Ezrin, LMHC, NCC

16 East 41st Street, Suite 3D, New York, NY 10017
917-648-9224 | cezrin.therapy@gmail.com | carolynezrin.com

Individual psychotherapy for Young Adults (18-35).
Relationships, Self-Esteem, Social Anxiety, Transitions, Career, and Eating Disorders.
Is also a HSP.

Dianne Gallo, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, New York, 090270
I am based in NYC and work with individuals throughout New York State. I work exclusively via telehealth.
929-335-3245 | diannegalloLCSW@gmail.com | https://www.diannegallo.com/

I specialize in working with young adults who struggle with anxiety and high sensitivity. I especially enjoy working with HSPs. I have experience working through common challenges associated with this trait and uncovering its strengths. Additional areas of focus include: Anxiety & Panic; Dating, Relationships, & Attachment; Identity; Life Transitions; Burnout & Stress; Work & Career; Meaning & Purpose; Creative Expression. I draw from psychodynamic, relational, somatic, mindfulness, and compassion-based approaches.

Rachel Grossman, LCSW

Sessions are offered virtually using HIPPA compliant telehealth platforms for clients located anywhere in New York State.
Based in NYC.
347-292-8672 | rachel@allthefeelstherapist.com | https://www.allthefeelstherapist.com/

My therapeutic approach emphasizes the mind-body-spirit connection and is informed by modalities including mindfulness based psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing (SE), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).

I specialize in helping HSPs understand, appreciate, and nurture their trait of sensitivity.

Patricia Harteneck, PhD, MBA

120 East 90th street, NY, NY 10128
917-833-5478 | pharteneck@aol.com | https://www.seleni.org/

Brenda Hartman-Souder, LCSW-R

2100 E. Genesee St.
Syracuse, NY 13210
315-870-0154 | brenda@hartmansouder.com | https://www.hartmansouder.com

I work with adults aged 24 and older; most are seeking help for depression, anxiety transitions, grief, or relationship challenges. I’m an HSP too and will l start wherever you are: accepting and understanding your trait, reframing the past in light of being highly sensitive, embracing your strengths and gifts, making connections with other HSPs or crafting a life that fits you.

As a systems-oriented therapist, I’ll also help you understand your role, patterns, reactions, and choices in your family, work, and social systems. I view symptoms as messengers to learn from, and focus on strengths and resiliency, using tools from ACT, mindfulness, polyvagal theory and internal family systems.  I am also a Rockport Institute certified career consultant specializing in working with HSPs.

Desiree S. Howell, Ph.D.

Online therapy in Pennsylvania & Florida, Iowa, New York
904-274-6380 | drdesiree@desireehowell.com | https://drdesireehowell.com

I specialize in helping sensitive and ambitious adult women heal from trauma, burnout, & anxiety to create more connection, inner peace, & life balance. I empower my clients to re-calibrate and realign thoughts, feelings, actions, and the nervous system with their values and needs to bring more pleasure, joy, and alignment to their life. Therapy is not one-size-fits-all so I work collaboratively with you to create the safe space you need to achieve your specific goals. Turning pain into power because you deserve better than the exhausting hustle/grind status quo pressure to prove your worth. You don’t need to try harder, you need to feel safer and be supported.

Jean Fitzpatrick, MA, LP

35 East 35th Street, New York, NY 10016
(Between Park and Madison)
914-941-6478 |  jean@therapistnyc.com |  therapistnyc.com

Couples (straight and same sex), with one or both partners HSP.
Individual HSPs with relationship, career or workplace issues.  Is a HSP.

Jenna Klein, LCSW/Psychotherapist 

Based in Manhattan, offering Telehealth throughout New York State, Florida, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas and Massachusetts

(917) 979-5040|JennaKleinLCSW@gmail.com|https://www.jennakleinpsychotherapy.com

I often work with Highly Sensitive adolescents, young adults and adults; those who think and feel deeply, and may find themselves struggling with feeling overwhelmed, experiencing perfectionism, low-self esteem and/or have difficulty creating healthy boundaries and communicating within relationships.
Other areas of interest include coping with feelings of depression, anxiety, and navigating exciting though sometimes stressful life transitions (graduating, going to college, getting a new job, moving, changes in relationships, starting a family). Additionally, prior to private practice I worked in top New York City High schools and have great interest and experience working with Highly Sensitive teens in competitive, stressful academic environments.
My approach is warm, greatly supportive, and collaborative; I utilize both evidence-based approaches combined with influences from my holistic background and ongoing trainings. Together we will navigate the challenges as well as the incredible gifts that come from being a HSP and find strengths and tools based on your unique experience and needs.

Kathy Koller, LMHC

Virtual only in New York State. Centered in New York City.
9‪(646) 470-6243 | KathyKollerTherapist@gmail.com | KathyKollerTherapist.com

Being an HSP in this busy overstimulating world can be difficult. I understand because I am also an HSP. I can provide a safe space to talk about your life. I can help you understand your own tendencies, needs and strengths. Together we can find strategies so you can thrive and be happy. Feeling seen and understood is healing. I believe that the therapeutic relationship, which grows and transforms over time, is a fundamental aspect of effective therapy.

Sarah Kluger, LMHC, MA

585-204-0528|sarah@pathfinderpsychotherapy.com|http://www.pathfinderpsychotherapy.com

95 Allens Creek Rd, Rochester,  NY 14618

I specialize in grief counseling, caregiver support, and life transitions.

Allison Lefkowitz, MA, LMFT

11 Hanover Square, 27th Floor Suite D, New York, NY 10005  (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
271 Madison Ave Suite 1400 NY, NY 10016 (Thursday)
Phone/ Online appointments also available Mon-Fri
212-500-0370  | allisonlefkowitz@icloud.com  |  almft.com

Specialties: Anger management, anxiety disorders, PTSD & Childhood Trauma Recovery, Relationship Issues, Work issues, Highly Sensitive Men, Young Adults (25-35) I have read the Highly Sensitive Child. I am listed on Psychology today and Good Therapy. I am also available for interviews and media appearances online, or in person anywhere in the NY metro area. I am also a HSP. 

Kerrie Li, MsEd, LMHC

I am based in Brooklyn, NY. Currently accepting telehealth (remote) clients only.

917-679-7687 | support@kerrieli.com | https://www.kerrieli.com

Bonnie Luft, LPCA, MHC-LP, NCC, M.S.Ed

105 Danbury Road, Suite D
212-500-0370  | bonnie@bonnieluft.com  |  https://bonnieluft.com/

As an HSP, I am honored to support & nurture highly sensitive neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals (adults/teens) and couples on their journey to self love, healing and acceptance. Trauma Informed Relational Therapy and support to reduce anxiety, overwhelm and depressive symptoms through talk therapy, journaling, mindfulness.

Violetta Math, MA, LPC

I offer sessions via telehealth in the states of  New York, New Jersey, Florida, and Vermont

(201) 378-3616|violetta@awakenhpllc.com|https://awakenholisticpsychotherapy.com/

My clients are typically adults who identify as Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) and struggle with life or work stress, low self-esteem, perfectionism, self-doubt, overthinking, anxiety, or depression. I take a traditional yet holistic approach, considering the mind, body, and emotional well-being of the whole person. Together, we identify root causes of stress, build insight, and develop practical tools such as mindfulness, boundary setting, and effective communication.
I also specialize in working with adult children of narcissistic or emotionally immature parents. We explore family dynamics and the impact of gaslighting, shame, and guilt on self-worth and relationships. Our work focuses on rebuilding self-trust, strengthening boundaries, and cultivating healthier, more secure connections with others.

Julissa Martinez, LMHC-D, LPC, CASAC

Campos Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
315 Ushers Rd STE 210, Ballston Lake, NY 12019
347-251-2834 | camposmhc@outlook.com | www.camposmhc.com

I focus on working with highly sensitive people (HSPs) and individuals navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, substance use, and recovery from complex trauma. Throughout my career, I have supported clients in building emotional resilience, improving self-understanding, and healing from difficult life experiences in a compassionate and supportive therapeutic environment.

Telehealth provided for New Jersey and Florida residents.

Daniel Miller, PhD, LMHC

Much of my work has focused with adult HSPs in college settings. I completed my doctoral dissertation on the social and emotional development of highly sensitive boys and men. I enjoy working with HSPs to help them untangle some of the faulty messaging they’ve received about their sensitivity throughout their lives, acknowledging the gifts and challenges that come with being highly sensitive. As an HSP myself, I strive to create an environment of compassion, authenticity to facilitate therapeutic change.

Carmisha Moore, LCSW

8030 La Mesa Blvd #151, La Mesa, CA 91942
908-768-4077 | TheGoodWellTherapy@gmail.com | https://secure.helloalma.com/providers/carmisha-moore/

Elaine Oswald, LCAT, ATR-BC

I am a licensed Creative Arts Therapist, with additional training in Hakomi, EMDR, Core Energetics, Guided Drawing for Healing Trauma®, and the ISSTD professional training program in Trauma and Dissociation.

I work holistically, including the mind, body, spirit, and creativity.  Sessions may include somatic psychotherapy, mindfulness, and expressive therapies, and are focused on what works for you.  Together we’ll engage your unique strengths to help you make lasting positive change in your life.

Over the past 20 years, I’ve developed a specialty in working with highly sensitive people, as well as the unique concerns of adults who grew up with a sibling with developmental disabilities.

Many people I work with are seeking to feel more embodied, express their needs with more ease, find self-acceptance, grow their creativity, and have more fulfilling relationships.

As an HSP myself, I have a deep appreciation of the challenges we face, and also the many gifts of being highly sensitive.

Lauren Pizzolla, LMHC

Highly sensitive adults
Anxiety
Depression
Personality disorders
Physical health issues
Sleep hygiene
Cognitive behavior therapy
Psychodynamic approach

Liah Rozenman, MA, RDT, LCAT

Virtual Therapy for NY adults

373 Broadway, New York, NY 10013

(929)314-3100|liahrozenman@gmail.com|https://www.liahrozenman.com/

Liah’s areas of focus include eating disorders, anxiety and stress, relationship challenges and creative blocks. As a drama therapist, Liah believes in the healing power of self-expression and creativity to foster mind-body integration and overall wellness. Being an HSP herself, she appreciates the trait and the challenges that come with it.

Melissa Sapio, PhD

Telehealth practice, NJ, NY, and PSYPACT states
sapiome@aol.com

My treatment is integrative and individually tailored to use evidence-based modalities to best meet the needs of my client’s goals. I emphasize Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction techniques.
My specialties include treatment of the following:
Anxiety
Depression
ADHD and Learning Disabilities
Grief
Stress-management related to interpersonal, academic, and vocational challenges

I work with children, adolescents, and adults.
Many of my patients are teachers, medical professionals, and first-responders.

Jill Silverman, LCSW

18 East 16th Street, Suite 503, New York, NY 10003

(212)219-9577| jillsil@gmail.com| https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/jill-a-silverman-new-york-ny/38220

As a fellow HSP, my goal is to help you navigate the world with greater ease.  Trauma informed (I offer EMDR), relational, and client centered.  If interested, I also offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (as well as psychedelic prep and integration).

Please reach out for a free 45 min consultation.

Debra Steiger, MSW, LCSW

Sheilagh McGreal, MS, ATR, LCAT

595 Blossom Road, Rochester, NY 14610
(585) 420-8494  | rochesterarttherapy@gmail.com  | http://www.rochesterarttherapy.com

Art Therapy practice working with individual adults and children/adolescents. Have read and treat The Highly Sensitive Child and able to consult parents of highly sensitive children. Sessions include Art Therapy with aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness techniques. Is a HSP.

Erin Shockey, PhD

1025 Northern Blvd, Suite 214, Roslyn, NY 11576
516-466-2537 | Fax 516-439-4936 | EShockey@PsychHealthPartners.com | www.PsychHealthPartners.com

I specialize in providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to children, adolescents, and young adults. I have read the Highly Sensitive Child and can consult with parents of highly sensitive children. Is also a HSP.

Jaclyn Taylor, MSEd

Licensed in New York
415-702-5984 | jaclynleightaylor@gmail.com

My specialty is anxiety, depression, relationships and trauma. Although I work with all age ranges, my area of specialty is late adolescence and early adulthood.

Orianna Webb, LCSW

I provide video sessions in the states of New York and New Jersey.

(347) 201-1515

orianna@owebblcsw.com|https://www.owebblcsw.com

As a therapist working with HSPs, I want to help you make sense to yourself. You may wonder why you experience stress or overstimulation differently than others. Deep processing of the world around you has its challenges – and its benefits. Understanding the HSP trait and how it interacts with other concerns you bring to therapy (like anxiety, depression, or trauma) can help calm the nervous system and increase well-being. My approach is trauma-informed, and includes aspects of CBT and TF-CBT (that is, working with thoughts and behaviors). I also bring a psychodynamic approach, exploring how past experiences and relationships affect your current experience. I am in-network with Aetna, Cigna, United Health Care, Oscar, Oxford, and UMR. I offer telehealth sessions in New York and New Jersey.

Sonya Veytsman, LCSW

Mostly virtual in New York
225 Broadway, New York, NY 10007
212-380-7244  | sonya@thrivingpaththerapy.com | https://thrivingpaththerapy.com/

I specialize in anxiety and relationships and have a passion for helping individuals and couples become the best version of themselves.
I’m a graduate of Fordham and Columbia and I have a decade of experience working with diverse populations. My approach is unconditionally supportive, collaborative and focuses on the use of evidence-based and holistic methods that are tailored to each client’s goals. My multidisciplinary training includes CBT, EMDR, Gottman Method, and mindfulness. I work with highly sensitive teens & adults, parents of highly sensitive children, and help HSPs navigate relationships, health, and career. I go the extra mile, care deeply for my clients, and truly love what I do.

Kristen R. Weick, MA, LMHC, NCC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, Massachusetts and New York

Registered to Practice Behavioral Health via Telehealth in South Carolina

321-209-4311| mypathunfolding@gmail.com | http://www.mypathunfolding.com

I am seeing clients via online telehealth video sessions for those physically located in Florida, Massachusetts, New York, and South Carolina. The populations I specialize in counseling include people who identify within the broad spectrums of sexual orientation and/or gender identity & expression, so the entire LGBTQIA+ community, persons living with HIV, as well as polyamorous folks & others in non-monogamous or open relationships. I also enjoy working with people age 18-35 who are going through life changes and need support outside of family and friends.

Liz Yarock, LCSW