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I'm a dedicated, passionate therapist focused on helping people who struggle with anxiety, depression and trauma-related conditions. My experience spans a variety of settings including outpatient mental health, NYC public schools, residential care, domestic violence shelters, and substance abuse programs.

In my private practice, I take a psychodynamic approach (which means mostly talk therapy) to help clients understand and address issues that can hold them back from living a more fulfilled life.

Outside of my private practice, I have extensive experience working in school settings, and I've provided clinical supervision for social workers and consultation to medical and education staff who serve in school settings.

I received my social work degree from New York University and a BA in Psychology from University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. I also completed a postgraduate fellowship in psychodynamic psychotherapy through the Institute for Psychoanalytic Education, and I'm currently a doctoral candidate at Smith College School of Social Work.

I hold a license in Mental Health Counseling and completed comprehensive post-graduate training in psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. My practice is focused on addressing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma in adults. I meet with clients weekly or multiple times a week virtually or in-person, and I offer sessions in English and Russian.

I’m a warm, light-hearted therapist who believes that healing begins with feeling understood. I work with teens, adults, and couples to help them explore their emotions, strengthen relationships, and build self-awareness. I bring humor and creativity into the therapy space to make even the hard work feel approachable. My background includes experience in anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, and trauma-informed care. I’m passionate about helping clients reconnect with themselves and create lives that feel grounded, authentic, and fulfilling.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, ADHD, or the emotional weight of life changes, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to carry it all by yourself. I work with adults across all backgrounds and cultures (up to age 75), with a special focus on women’s mental health, maternal mental health, and family-related challenges.

I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 9 years of clinical experience, and I chose this field because I truly believe that with the right support, tools, and understanding, every person has the ability to move toward better mental health. My goal is simple: for you to feel heard, supported, and empowered every time we meet.

I offer compassionate, personalized support to help you through life’s challenges and build lasting emotional health. With a passion for helping individuals overcome trauma, anxiety, grief, and other emotional difficulties, I bring a unique perspective from my experience as a special education teacher and mental health professional. My training in EMDR, CBT, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy and Mindfulness allows me to offer a comprehensive and personalized approach to address your needs.

I have over 30 years of experience as a licensed social worker and have been trained in most evidenced based practices over the years. I am also a trainer in therapeutic topics including stress management, mental health diagnoses such as depression/anxiety, suicide prevention and parenting challenging behaviors. I train the community and other professionals. My master's degree is in Social Work and my undergrad degree is in Psychology. I have worked with a team of behaviorists for several years and I am an expert in behavioral approaches including FBA (functional behavioral assessment), a rare combination for Social Workers! Most of my career has been on the mental health side, but over the last few years, I worked as an administrator in developmental disabilities. I can address co-occurring diagnoses such as Autism and mental health diagnoses. I believe that the client should set the pace and be involved in all aspects of treatment and that I work for you, the client.

Everyone deserves a meaningful life, though growth often requires intention and support. I’m David Coen, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and challenges related to self-worth or direction. While I support clients across many backgrounds and professions, I have particular appreciation for those in creative fields—such as writers, designers, and visual artists—who may experience heightened sensitivity, self-criticism, or pressure tied to performance and originality.

My name is Cheryl.

I am a psychotherapist, with a Master's degree in Social Work.

I have my LCSW in NY.

I specialize in: Anxiety disorders, depression, family conflict, grief, relationship issues, and chronic mental health issues.

Types of therapy used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength based therapy, family therapy, affirmation therapy and couples counseling,