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Octavia Bradley is a professional therapist, a life coach, and the founder and CEO of Reveal 2 Heal Consulting Services in Maplewood, New Jersey. 

Before opening her therapy and nonprofit coaching and consulting firm, Octavia worked in social services as a substance use disorder counselor, a case manager for mothers in need, and a family service worker for the State of New Jersey Department of Children and Families foster care system.

In 2017, Octavia resigned from her position with the state and turned to teaching, serving as an educator at several colleges and universities. She opened Reveal 2 Heal Consulting Services in 2018 to shed light on and end the cycle of abuse, poverty, and self-harm. 

In addition to her therapy and consulting work, Octavia has an online talk show called Let’s Talk, winning awards for best and most viewed talk show on the Christian Vision Entertainment Network. 

Octavia is also an author and has written two books: an autobiography titled “Leaked Spilling Secrets of Trauma” and “Reveal 2 Heal Working from the Inside Out.” 

Born in The Bronx and raised in Harlem in New York City, Octavia’s story is similar to those she helps. Growing up, she faced many obstacles. But, instead of succumbing to these obstacles, she broke the chains and created new generational traditions. 

Octavia is an advocate for victims of abuse in her community. Her goal is to inform, strengthen, and encourage individuals to take back their lives, spill their secrets of trauma, and begin living a life on purpose.

Guided by her slogan, Level up its healing time, Octavia is committed to reviving, repairing, and restructuring individuals and families.

With over 11 years of experience in mental health counseling, Ashley Villacis, LMHC, is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional independence at Mind Centered Counseling in Commack, New York. 

Ashley holds a Master of Science in mental health counseling from Lynn University in Bacon Raton, Florida, and a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Saint Leo University in Florida. Throughout her career, Ashley has specialized in a wide range of issues, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and emotional disturbances. 

She employs various therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and trauma-focused therapy, to tailor her approach to each client's unique needs.

Ashley has a rich background in diverse settings, from crisis intervention at South County Mental Health Center to community-based services with Multicultural Community Mental Health Center. Her work with adolescents, families, and the elderly has deepened her understanding of the complexities of mental health across different life stages.

In addition to her extensive clinical experience, Ashley has worked with unaccompanied minors and has a strong focus on culturally sensitive practices. She is committed to empowering her clients to adapt to life's transitions, cultivate self-confidence, and achieve their personal goals.

Mitchel Eisenstein, LCSW, provides virtual mental health care based out of East Setauket, New York. As a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, Mitchel offers comprehensive therapy services for adults of all ages via telehealth from the comfort of their homes or offices.

Mitchel received his master’s degree in social work at Adelphi University in Garden City, New York, and is a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). He specializes in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), voice dialogue, anger management, stress management, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy.

Mitchel provides a confidential, safe environment for clients to share their personal concerns — and has done so for over 15 years. He offers superior feedback that helps them gain insight, resilience, coping skills, and other tools needed to achieve successful outcomes throughout life’s various stages. He helps them understand and express emotions in a safe, healthy, and effective way.

People suffering from anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), grief, or difficult life transitions can rely on Mitchel for exceptional solutions. He alters the way they think, feel, and respond to challenging situations to optimize their personal and professional lives.

Schedule a telehealth evaluation with Mitchel Eisenstein, LCSW, by phone or request one online today.

Thomas A. Arzt, LCSW, BCD, is an experienced licensed clinical social worker providing mental health services at his office in Miller Place, New York. Understanding the relationship between the mind, emotions, and body, Tom takes a holistic approach to care, focusing on whole-body health and how it affects your mental state.

Tom treats a number of mental health conditions, including depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and attention deficit disorder (ADD). He customizes each patient’s therapy plan, using various techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).

Tom is a Vietnam veteran and served in the United States Air Force (USAF) Medical Corp. He understands the effect that active duty has on mental well-being and provides veteran mental health services for all veterans.

Tom received his Master of Social Work at Adelphi University in Garden City, New York, and was a recipient of the Herman Muehlstein Award. He’s also a Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work (BCD).

Dedicated to his profession, Tom is a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). 

When it comes to psychotherapy, Tom takes a direct approach, providing straight answers to questions and concerns. This approach gives Tom’s patients a clear sense of where they are in the treatment process and where he is as their therapist.

Patients remark how comfortable they feel talking with Tom. They appreciate his compassion, kindness, and guidance and leave each session feeling more hopeful.

Call Thomas A. Arzt, LCSW, BCD, or schedule an appointment online today to get started.

Louis Pansulla, LCSW, is a skilled, experienced psychoanalytic psychotherapist at Harlem Family Services, located in the East Harlem community of Manhattan in New York City. He has over 35 years of experience providing clinical, community-based, and academic experience, working principally with LGBTQI+, BIPOC, and other ‘marginalized’ communities.

Louis is on the core faculty in the doctoral program at the Institute for Clinical Social Work (ICSW) in Chicago and also teaches in the analytical programs at the Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy (ICP) in New York, where he served as clinic director.

He has presented at both national and international conferences, with particular focus on Relational theories, psychoanalysis, sexuality and gender, and ‘othering’. Louis maintains a full-time private practice and clinical supervision in Brooklyn and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

To schedule an appointment with Louis or another member of the team at Harlem Family Services, call the office or request an appointment online today. 

Ernest P. Smith, LCSW-R, is a seasoned psychoanalyst at Harlem Family Services, located in the East Harlem community of Manhattan in New York City. He has over 45 years of experience in mental health, criminal justice, education, and adolescent development. He holds a master’s degree in social work from Columbia University and is a graduate of the prestigious Training Institute of the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis.

Mr. Smith specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and personality disorders, offering both short- and long-term therapeutic approaches for individuals, couples, and families. Utilizing techniques such as free association, interpretation, and clarification, he facilitates meaningful personality change and emotional growth.

In addition to his private practice, Mr. Smith serves as Clinical Consultant and Clinical Director at the Harlem Family Institute in New York City. In this role, he supervises candidates in psychoanalytic training, provides technical assistance to the administration, and ensures that the needs of the community remain central to the Institute’s mission.

Mr. Smith is particularly sensitive to LGBTQ+ issues and has a comprehensive understanding of multicultural concerns, ensuring his practice is inclusive and affirming. He is a member of the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis and has contributed to the field through clinical supervision and mentoring of professionals in training.

A licensed clinical social worker in New York State, Mr. Smith is committed to providing compassionate and insightful care tailored to each client’s unique needs.

Neil Altman, PhD, is a seasoned psychoanalytic psychotherapist at Harlem Family Services, located in the East Harlem community of Manhattan in New York City.

Dr. Altman has many years of experience in community-based work, in public clinics, and in private practice. He is currently co-chair of the section on Community Psychoanalysis of the American Psychoanalytic Association. He is a member of the faculty at the William Alanson White Institute in New York City and at the Massachusetts Institute for Psychoanalysis in Boston. He is an Honorary Member of the William Alanson White Society and Visiting Faculty at Ambedkar University of Delhi, India. 

Dr. Altman is Editor Emeritus and Associate Editor of Psychoanalytic Dialogues, and on the editorial staff of The Journal of Infant, Child, and Adolescent Psychotherapy; The Journal of Child Psychotherapy; and The International Journal of Applied Psychoanalytic Studies. He is the author of Psychoanalysis in Times of Accelerating Cultural Change: Spiritual Globalization (2015), The Analyst in the Inner City: Race, Class and Culture through a Psychoanalytic Lens (2010), and White Privilege: Psychoanalytic Perspectives (2020). He is the co-author of Relational Child Psychotherapy (2002). Dr. Altman has published more than sixty articles in peer-reviewed journals.