Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in New York

Hi, I’m a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling. I specialize in working with older teens and young adults on challenges like anxiety, relationships, setting healthy boundaries, and life transitions. My approach is warm, insight-oriented, and relational—I believe that real change happens when we better understand ourselves and how we relate to others. Therapy with me is a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, reflect deeply, and grow at your own pace.

In therapy, it's important for you to know that I'm here to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings freely. My approach is collaborative and compassionate—I’ll work with you to understand your experiences and help you move toward meaningful change. I value honesty, curiosity, and respect, and I’ll always meet you where you are emotionally and mentally. You don’t need to have everything figured out before we begin; we’ll navigate this process together at your pace.

Dr. Zapf is a licensed clinical psychologist with experience providing care across the lifespan, from children and adolescents to adults and older adults. She specializes in diagnostic assessment and evidence-based therapy, with expertise in eating disorders, ADHD/ASD, perinatal mental health, trauma, sex and health psychology for individuals managing chronic medical conditions. She has a unique background with extensive medical knowledge in addition to a Bachelor's in Biology from St. Bonaventure University, and both a Master's and Doctorate of Clinical Psychology from Medaille College/University. Dr. Zapf completed her post-doc at Cornell University CAPS where she worked specializing in eating disorders, health psychology, and trauma. She is also highly involved in her community and serves on multiple boards.

Francesca Lo Russo has a warm and collaborative approach. Her areas of specialty include: depression, anxiety, trauma, creativity, LGBTQ, and sexuality. She is committed to paying close attention to how experiences of structural oppression impact mental health and works with individuals from all cultural backgrounds. She has co-lead a Dialectical Behavior Therapy group and employs mindfulness and distress tolerance skills training in individual sessions to those who seek it.