Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
I enjoy working with adults, teens, families, and groups. I approach clients from a psychodynamic perspective influenced by existential psychotherapy and family systems. I have a foundational training in DBT and, depending on the client’s needs, will teach concrete skills to strengthen emotion regulation, decrease anxious and depressive symptoms, increase resilience and distress tolerance, improve communication, and strengthen boundaries in relationships.
My style is collaborative and dynamic; I enjoy working together to understand what clients want from therapy, and how best to achieve their goals. I listen to/ observe carefully what is communicated during session, and I ask a lot of questions to encourage exploration and self-reflection. I balance concepts of self- acceptance and change, and aim to instill the belief that real change is possible and within the client's power.
I admire the courage it takes to come to therapy and consider it an honor to work with clients in their most vulnerable areas. I create a warm, collaborative, responsive, and safe environment in which clients can express whatever they want without fear of judgement.
I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor with experience supporting children and adolescents through a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach. I am passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. My work integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and humanistic approaches to help individuals navigate trauma, emotional regulation, identity development, and life transitions while building resilience and healthy coping skills. I am committed to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and believe healing happens through connection, collaboration, and compassion, meeting each client where they are in their journey.
Whether dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, or managing the transition of major life changes, the road toward personal growth looks different for everyone. I aim to create a warm environment that is safe for self-exploration, curiosity, and healing, to help clients gain insight and harness their own strengths to improve the quality of their lives. My style is empathetic, non-judgmental, and interactive, and I am a culturally inclusive, anti-oppressive, sex-positive, and LGBTQ+-affirming therapist. My approach to therapy is customized to the unique needs of each client, based in psychodynamic, relational, trauma-informed training. I received my MSW from the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College and my BA from New York University.
With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I bring a wealth of understanding and compassion to my role as a licensed social worker. I've had the privilege of working with clients of all ages and genders. My approach is deeply rooted in person-centered, humanistic, and holistic philosophies, enabling me to meet each individual's unique needs and circumstances. I firmly believe that mental health is integral to everyone's wellbeing, and I'm committed to providing comprehensive support to guide each client on their journey towards improved mental health. It's my honor to walk with you in this transformative process and facilitate your personal growth.
My name is Natalia and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) trauma therapist in New York. I specialize in working with survivors of domestic or intimate partner violence and individuals navigating recovery from substance use disorder/addiction. My personal connections to the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community have fueled my ability and ambition to create an encouraging and empathetic healing space for my clients. During my course of study, I’ve expanded my clinical skills and completed training programs in multiple modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
To quote one of my favorite authors:
“If you are uncomfortable—in deep pain, angry, yearning, confused —you don’t have a problem, you have a life. Being human is not hard because you’re doing it wrong, it’s hard because you’re doing it right. You will never change the fact that being human is hard, so you must change your idea that it was ever supposed to be easy.” – Glennon Doyle
I work to create a safe therapeutic environment to support you in honoring your past, living in the present, and imagining a more empowered future. I'm motivated to work with you on any current or long standingchallenge you’re experiencing at a pace you're comfortable with. Life was never supposed to be easy, and I applaud you in taking this next step. I look forward to being on your team and a source of support for you through your journey.
I received a Masters in Social Work from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work with an additional certification in trauma informed practice. I believe that relational trauma can be healed within the context of a therapeutic relationship. I have a background in Client-Centered Therapy which approaches an individual as being unique in their strengths and potential. I also take a psychoanalytic approach to help clients who are suffering from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and suicidality. I am passionate about treating individuals from varying communities and helping clients be the “cycle breakers'' of intergenerational trauma. I understand the long lasting impact of early adverse childhood experiences, and aim to help individuals find their own unique path toward healing.
At The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center, we believe healthcare should be accessible, compassionate, and centered around you. As a direct primary care practice with locations in Arverne, Far Rockaway, and Jamaica, Queens, and another in the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, our mission is to remove barriers to care and build lasting relationships so you receive the time, attention, and support you need to truly thrive.
For nearly 40 years, we’ve served as a trusted healthcare provider for generations of families. Our approach is rooted in culturally responsive, community-based care that respects your background, understands your needs, and prioritizes equity at every level.
Our care extends even further to meet everyday health needs, including treatment for foot and ankle conditions like heel pain, ingrown toenails, and injuries, as well as support for concerns such as irregular heart rhythms and other ongoing health conditions. By integrating medical, behavioral, dental, and supportive services, we can address the full picture of your health and connect you with the resources you need to feel your best.
At The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center, we focus on your long-term wellness. Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, seeking preventive care, or addressing life changes, our team works alongside you to create a personalized plan that supports your physical, emotional, and social well-being.
We’re proud to be a part of the communities we serve, and we’re committed to helping you and your family live healthier lives for years to come. Call the nearest office or request an appointment online today.
At The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center, we believe healthcare should be accessible, compassionate, and centered around you. As a direct primary care practice with locations in Arverne, Far Rockaway, and Jamaica, Queens, and another in the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, our mission is to remove barriers to care and build lasting relationships so you receive the time, attention, and support you need to truly thrive.
For nearly 40 years, we’ve served as a trusted healthcare provider for generations of families. Our approach is rooted in culturally responsive, community-based care that respects your background, understands your needs, and prioritizes equity at every level.
Our care extends even further to meet everyday health needs, including treatment for foot and ankle conditions like heel pain, ingrown toenails, and injuries, as well as support for concerns such as irregular heart rhythms and other ongoing health conditions. By integrating medical, behavioral, dental, and supportive services, we can address the full picture of your health and connect you with the resources you need to feel your best.
At The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center, we focus on your long-term wellness. Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, seeking preventive care, or addressing life changes, our team works alongside you to create a personalized plan that supports your physical, emotional, and social well-being.
We’re proud to be a part of the communities we serve, and we’re committed to helping you and your family live healthier lives for years to come. Call the nearest office or request an appointment online today.
