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The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling

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The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling provides high-quality and effective psychotherapeutic services in New York City. The staff offers each patient a unique and individualized treatment plan to give you the quickest and longest lasting results.

The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling services children, teens, and adults in New York City. Their specialties include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relational Therapy, Psychodyamic Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and couple's counseling to name a few.

Anthony Freire, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC founded The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling alongside Kelley Hershman, LMHC and Alexander Badillo, JD, LMHC  to better serve their clientele using a team approach. In search of the best, Anthony scouted postgrad therapists from the nation’s most prestigious schools including New York University, Columbia University, Fordham University and Hunter College.

Each clinician has undergone a rigorous training and hiring process. When you work with one of the therapists at our center, you are working with the best that New York has to offer.

The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling was created as a safe and brave space for clients to confidentially work through issues that negatively impact their lives. All diverse groups are welcome.

The three clinical directors and many of our supervisors are also professors at New York University, teaching Mental Health Counseling to the next generation of therapists.   We serve as an clinical supervision center for pre-licensed and newly licensed professionals. This service helps support future clinicians in their professional development, further their clinical education, and increase their skill set.

The staff at The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling is authentic, compassionate, and nonjudgmental. They cater to your unique needs while ensuring a first-rate quality of care.

Kathryn received her undergraduate degree with a Psychology major from C.W. Post University. Following graduation she began a career in Behavioral Analysis. After a few years of using behavioral analytical techniques with the Autistic population, she received her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling at New York University. 
Kathryn believes that each individual has unique experiences that add to the people we become, however, it does not define who we are. Kathryn uses a variety of counseling techniques and interventions to best serve the needs of her clients. 
She specializes in developmental disorders, but has experience with Mood disorders, Psychosis, Obessive Compulsive Disorder, Trauma, and Anxiety disorders. She has a in-depth background working with children, and has experience with teenagers as well as adults. 

* Please note that we will try our best to accommodate any therapist requests, in the event that we are unable to do so please know that all staff have extensive clinical training.

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I believe that everyone needs a safe space and trusted person to share their personal struggles. My style of counseling focuses on the counselor client relationship. Using person centered approaches, I provide a safe space, where we as counselor and client develop a rapport, so you feel heard and understood. Once a trusting rapport is established, I will work with you at your own pace, through the stages of change, to help you accomplish your goals and achieve overall wellness.

I graduated with a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Queens College and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from St. John’s University. During my final year at St. John’s University, I interned at the PAC Program of Queens. During my internship, I worked with clients who struggled with substance abuse, anxiety, anger management and domestic violence.

With a background as a board-certified health and wellness coach, my therapy approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solutions Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, all through a holistic, person-centered philosophy. I am particularly excited to support the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities in their journeys towards optimal functioning and self understanding.

I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Women’s and Gender Studies at the College of Charleston, and am pursuing a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling at Teachers College at Columbia University. I have worked with a diverse range of clients with both mental and physical health conditions, at every age and phase of life.

I know how much courage it takes to reach out for help. I strive to cultivate an affirming, judgement-free space where you can share your full self and engage in the healing experience of connection. Whatever your goals are, we will explore your strengths and work together to get you there.

I take an integrative, client-centered approach to therapy, tailoring treatment to each individual’s unique needs, experiences, and goals. My work draws from a range of evidence-based modalities, including humanistic, psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and trauma-informed approaches.
I believe that many of the patterns, coping strategies, and protective mechanisms we develop early in life serve an important purpose, helping us navigate difficult experiences and environments. As adults, however, some of these same patterns may no longer support the life we want to live. Together, we work to understand these longstanding dynamics with curiosity and compassion, while creating space for new ways of relating to ourselves and others.

My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and curious. I strive to create an affirming, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore challenges and vulnerabilities. At the same time, I believe growth often requires honest reflection and, when appropriate, gentle challenge. I also value the role of humor in the therapeutic process and find that it can be a powerful tool for building connection, fostering perspective, and supporting healing.

I work with adults, couples, and adolescents, with a particular focus on supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community. My goal is to help clients deepen self-understanding, strengthen relationships, and make meaningful, lasting changes aligned with their values.

I am a fully licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York State and a board-certified National Certified Counselor (NCC). I am also currently pursuing certification as a sex therapist through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT).

Hi and nice to meet you! I am a devoted and passionate mental health clinician. My approach includes active and empathetic listening and understanding where you are at, and challenging you in an honest, direct, and non-judgmental manner. I practice with earnest and genuine care. Therapy sessions with me are collaborative, flexible, and creative. I will hold the space for your stories and emotions, and I am also active in the room, ready to offer insights and feedback. I also encourage you to design your own paths of growth. Therapy is a process of exploring our internal world and understanding how we interact with the external world. In this process, I hope to use my knowledge and skills to facilitate your learning about who you are authentically, and to make connections between presenting issues and the roots. You and I will build a unique therapeutic relationship. The relationship will serve as the foundation of the process of working hard and confronting difficult memories and emotions.

I am a queer, international, and Millennial therapist. I can provide a genuine environment of understanding and a unique lens of insight. I am also a Mandarin speaker and I can provide psychotherapy in Mandarin, English or in both for bilingual clients. I work primarily with adults- individuals of LGBTQ and individuals with international backgrounds. My specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, insecurity, relationship & family conflict, grief and loss, rejection, perfectionism, disordered eating, obsession compulsions, feelings of inadequacy, stigma, prejudice, and marginalization.

I received my Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology, and my Master of Art in Mental Health Counseling from New York University. My past experiences in research on culture and parenting, and clinical work with psychoeducation groups both continue to benefit my current work with my clients.

Deborah is a relational psychotherapist who works with individuals and couples in an attuned and compassionate manner. She is especially interested in helping people to heal from anxiety, depression, and grief; to recover from trauma (recent or long ago); to navigate complex relationships, ADHD, or the numerous challenges and transitions at all stages of life. She has specialized training in EMDR for trauma and mindfulness approaches for anxiety and depression.

Prior to becoming a therapist, Deborah practiced as a family law attorney, working with those struggling with family dissolution, domestic violence, and emotional strain. She also has worked in education, in the theater as an actor and director, and as a journalist for ABC News. In addition, Deborah is the mother of four “young adult” children. Deborah sees each of these professional and personal paths as having intertwined throughout her life, ultimately enabling her to become the therapist she is today. Whether her clients are facing difficult transitions, trying to reconnect with themselves, or struggling with relationships or stress, Deborah integrates various treatment modalities to help them navigate their challenges, develop clarity and move towards greater happiness. It is Deborah’s belief that therapy at its best helps people to look at the stories they carry so that they can lighten their load.

Deborah received her Master’s in Mental Health and Wellness Counseling from New York University (NYU). She obtained her BA with high honors from Harvard University and her JD with honors from the University of Pennsylvania School of Law.

Tatyana earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Niagara University. She trained at Erie County Medical Center where she provided adolescents with individual counseling and group counseling. She also trained at Niagara County Department of Mental Health where she provided adults with individual and group counseling services. She has been working in the mental health field since 2017 at various levels of care and has tended to a variety of populations with diverse issues and needs. Tatyana has worked at the private practice level for two years where she works with adolescents and adults by providing them individual therapy to treat anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and more. Tatyana prides herself on being able to genuinely engage in the therapeutic relationship and treatment plan, and being able to express empathy for the clients and their specific needs. Tatyana's personal theoretical orientation is person-centered, rooted in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and MI, to improve your overall functioning. Heavy emphasis on relationships and attachments is also at the root of her practice. By empowering clients to begin the healing process, Tatyana’s goals are to help clients process and resolve feelings of incongruence and install feelings of hope and success.

Muriel believes in the multifaceted nature of each client’s journey and provides a warm, safe and trusting environment, where clients feel valued as well as heard. She will walk with you as you explore emotions and life challenges that are impacting your sense of well-being. Muriel is aware that clients enter into therapy with many unrealized strengths and your sessions with her, she will provide the space that allows for the discovery of these strengths and tailor interventions to assist each client, couple or family, with enhancing their lives, relationships and overall experiences they desire to improve.

With a foundation in Psychodynamic, Cognitive and Mindfulness Theories, Muriel’s approach is integrative and framed within a multicultural context. She draws from evidenced-based practices and interventions that best fit each client’s needs and the goals they wish to achieve. She’s dedicated to building a trusting therapeutic relationship and will work collaboratively with clients as they learn new skills, strategies and methods of coping. In addition, clients will realize a new sense of well-being and gain the empowerment that will allow them to navigate life’s challenges optimistically, meet their goals and flourish.

I believe that building a trusting, collaborative relationship is at the heart of healing. My goal is to help you feel safe, supported, and empowered throughout your therapeutic journey. If stress, perfectionism, daily life stressors, or trying to please others is hindering your daily life, you are not alone. I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with panic, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, relationship stressors, and the emotional aftermath of difficult life experiences.

In our first few sessions, we begin to get to know one another, understand what you might currently be struggling with and the origins of those struggles. Once we have built a foundation, we can then begin incorporating coping skills and utilizing therapeutic interventions tailored to you as an individual.

Therapy with me is collaborative and compassionate, free of judgment and focused on helping you to feel calmer, more connected with others, and in control of your life. If you're ready to begin your journey toward healing, I’m here to help.

Committed to meeting clients at their unique life juncture, I provide a nurturing, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for the therapeutic journey. My work is grounded in the belief that the relationship between one’s inner world and outer circumstances can be both a source of struggle and a terrain for healing.

My approach is integrative, holistic, and multiculturally informed. Drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), reality therapy, and mindfulness, I tailor each session to the individual. As an EMDRIA-approved EMDR therapist, I am trained to support clients in processing trauma at a deeper level. I also work with couples to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and navigate relational challenges — and I serve as a clinical supervisor for emerging mental health professionals.

Holding a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from New York University and an advanced certificate in LGBT Health, Education, and Social Services, my training is complemented by hands-on experience as a residential counselor in psychiatric hospitals and group homes.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, multicultural identity, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ experiences, with a deep commitment to creating a space where every client feels seen, respected, and empowered.

I believe as unique individuals, we all have the strength and power within us to help improve our way of life. I am here to serve as an understanding, empathic, and non-judgmental support system as we navigate through the initial concerns that brought you to therapy. Understanding the significant relationship between our own thoughts, experiences, and behaviors will assist in developing a stronger sense of self and a higher form of functioning in the world. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, which allows me to provide a safe environment where you are free to share and speak about anything that you feel is important to address. Think of our time as a road trip to self-discovery, where you are the driver, and I am in the passenger’s seat with a map. You may lead us wherever you’d like but every so often, I will stop to make sure we take in the scenery and appreciate each moment our journey has to offer.   My journey into the field of counseling began at Queens College, City University of New York, where I obtained a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. I then continued my educational career at Minnesota’s Walden University, where I majored and obtained a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have held previous positions that have allowed me to develop a deeper understanding of human behavior and its connection to the human mind. Additionally, I have experience working with a variety of issues that include, but are not limited to, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship conflict, depression, adjustment, trauma, and mood disorders.I look forward to working with you!

Ari Bernstein, MD, is a board-certified physician specializing in adult internal medicine. He works with the capable team at blueprintMD in Valley Stream, Massapequa, and Melville, New York. Dr. Bernstein graduated magna cum laude with a degree in psychology from Long Island University Post in Brookville, New York. He earned his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Granada, West Indies. While in medical school, Dr. Bernstein completed clinical rotations at Maimonides Medical Center and Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. He completed his residency in internal medicine at New York-Presbyterian Queens in Flushing, New York. Dr. Bernstein brings a wealth of experience to blueprintMD, including time spent in internal medicine, emergency medicine, urgent care, and rehabilitation. He is certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Advanced Trauma Life Support.

Along with his work in the clinical setting, Dr. Bernstein has published several research papers and books. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Physicians, the Medical Society of the State of New York, and the Medical Society of the County of Queens. When he isn’t with his patients, Dr. Bernstein enjoys sports, boating, fishing, and spending time with his family.