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Varendra J Gosein
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
I have special interests in Social anxiety, Depression, OCD, gender and sexuality issues, and the relationship between leadership, resilience and burnout.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist who completed training at the NYU School of Medicine. I understand that the decision to ask for help can be a scary one for many reasons. Your mental health can be impacted by your current stressors, prior stressful life experiences, and your cultural background. The first step towards achieving wellness is asking for help. My approach to mental health and wellbeing recognizes these experiences and provides a professional, safe and confidential place to address your concerns and get the care that you need.
I have special interests in Social anxiety, Depression, OCD, gender and sexuality issues, and the relationship between leadership, resilience and burnout.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist who completed training at the NYU School of Medicine. I understand that the decision to ask for help can be a scary one for many reasons. Your mental health can be impacted by your current stressors, prior stressful life experiences, and your cultural background. The first step towards achieving wellness is asking for help. My approach to mental health and wellbeing recognizes these experiences and provides a professional, safe and confidential place to address your concerns and get the care that you need.
(332) 248-1386 View (332) 248-1386
Photo of Inesa Kichkimet, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in 10010, NY
Inesa Kichkimet
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner NY and FL with prescriptive authorities and knowledge in therapies. Specializes in treating broad variety of mental disorders. Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, ADHD, Stress, Insomnia, PTSD are just some examples of compact emotional disturbances that can significantly influence one's quality of life. Providing well managed, client centered care is essential to ensures that client provided a nurturing judgement free environment to achieve the balance in the life. As a health care professional since 2000 understands the connection between emotional, behavioral and physical health
ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner NY and FL with prescriptive authorities and knowledge in therapies. Specializes in treating broad variety of mental disorders. Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, ADHD, Stress, Insomnia, PTSD are just some examples of compact emotional disturbances that can significantly influence one's quality of life. Providing well managed, client centered care is essential to ensures that client provided a nurturing judgement free environment to achieve the balance in the life. As a health care professional since 2000 understands the connection between emotional, behavioral and physical health
(631) 250-5368 View (631) 250-5368
Photo of Grant Hilary Brenner, Psychiatrist in 10010, NY
Grant Hilary Brenner
Psychiatrist, MD, DFAPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
People often remark that I get to the heart of the problem quickly, and am able to clearly talk about what's happening and what can help. My own life experience—professional and personally—is diverse. In addition to conventional training, I have worked as a founder and entrepreneur, as well as creative and maker, and have studied and practiced organizational consulting. This enables me to be a good thought-partner for a range of problems. My practice is small and personalized so I can be fully present.
People often remark that I get to the heart of the problem quickly, and am able to clearly talk about what's happening and what can help. My own life experience—professional and personally—is diverse. In addition to conventional training, I have worked as a founder and entrepreneur, as well as creative and maker, and have studied and practiced organizational consulting. This enables me to be a good thought-partner for a range of problems. My practice is small and personalized so I can be fully present.
(646) 759-0544 View (646) 759-0544
Photo of Hisla Bates, MD, Psychiatrist in 10010, NY
Hisla Bates, MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified Pediatric and Adult Psychiatrist. Harvard, Mount Sinai, and Yale-trained, I have over twenty years of experience in psychopharmacology and psychotherapy working with complex cases in a variety of clinical settings. I have a holistic and integrative approach to my practice using art, positive psychiatry and mindfulness approaches. I use strength-based approaches to help you become more resilient and optimistic. I’m an artist (Parson’s grad) with a special interest in creativity and the arts as a healing modality. I work with professionals with burnout, depression, anxiety, and stress-related disorders.
I am a board-certified Pediatric and Adult Psychiatrist. Harvard, Mount Sinai, and Yale-trained, I have over twenty years of experience in psychopharmacology and psychotherapy working with complex cases in a variety of clinical settings. I have a holistic and integrative approach to my practice using art, positive psychiatry and mindfulness approaches. I use strength-based approaches to help you become more resilient and optimistic. I’m an artist (Parson’s grad) with a special interest in creativity and the arts as a healing modality. I work with professionals with burnout, depression, anxiety, and stress-related disorders.
(929) 357-1796 View (929) 357-1796
Couples Counseling Psychiatrists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.