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Ally Neuman, LGSW

United States New York New York 10011
718-974-6706

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My commitment to the craft of psychotherapy began at Columbia University School of Social Work where I specialized in Advanced Clinical Practice. This training provided me with a sturdy foundation for understanding and treating wide range of emotional/psychological problems and their impact on relationship with self and others, ability to be creative and productive, and on overall capacity for HAPPINESS.

I continued to advance my skills through post-graduate training at the Ackerman Institute for the Family - a world-renowned center for teaching, research and treatment in the field of couples and family therapy, where I learned most up-to-date clinical models from experts in this field.

My work as a therapist began in New York right after 9/11 terrorist attacks. Mount Sinai Hospital was launching a new program for World Trade Center rescue workers and volunteers who needed medical and mental health assessment and treatment. My experience at the WTC Program helped me develop expertise in treating trauma (PTSD), depression, anxiety, panic, and adjustment to chronic medical illness. I had written on this topic and given presentations at many professional conferences.

Witnessing how disaster like 9/11 ravaged the lives of so many first responders, while leaving others seemingly unscathed, and even stronger and happier - made me wonder: what is the X-factor of our human resilience?

Speaking with thousands of responders revealed again and again the undeniable wisdom: having reliable and responsive relationships with important others AND the ability to seek refuge in those relationships at a time of crisis – serves as a psychological shield of protection… I bring these lessons from Ground Zero responders into my personal life and to my everyday professional practice …

One of my own therapy experiences was another major influence: I found that traditional approach of a distant therapist who offered little feedback and responded from a place of “knowing it all” – left me feeling frustrated, judged, and alone. I was moved to turn my frustration into an opportunity to seek a more responsive and connected way of being with my clients.

Currently, I am a student of Buddhist philosophy and apply its principles of mindfulness, non-judgmental acceptance and compassion for self and others into my life and my professional practice.

All elements of my personal and professional quest constantly come together to form my vision and my approach to being a therapist.

About Therapy and My Approach.

I believe that each of us is doing our best to be happy, which might mean feeling more peaceful or confident, having satisfying relationships or accomplishing professional goals...

Throughout our life we are affected by many important relationships and events, some of which make us strong and confident, but some leave us with a great deal of hurt, helplessness, anger, or confusion...

We tend to spend a lot of time and energy trying to avoid these unpleasant feelings by overworking, shopping, traveling, using drugs or alcohol, watching mindless TV and Internet surfing...

These solutions may offer a temporary relief but tend NOT to deliver the long-lasting results we hope for.

Something fundamental needs to change.

Change must first occur within yourself.

It is a liberating realization as it gives YOU the power…

Psychotherapy and counseling create a safe space for you to focus your attention on your most honest emotional experience without being swept-up by judgments, fears and expectations.

You will not be alone in this new space,

As your therapist - I will be there as a non-judgmental and encouraging partner.

My therapeutic approach is to provide support and feedback to help you find practical solutions to current and long-standing problems. With sensitivity, compassion and individual approach to each person's needs I help you respond to wide range of life’s challenges and psychological difficulties.

I integrate modern psychodynamic, attachment, relational and mindfulness-based therapeutic models. Please feel free contact me to get more information.

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy/counseling is recommended when addressing:

• Depression and Anxiety
• Chronic Shame, Guilt and Self-doubt
• Fears, Phobias, and Panic
• Low Self-esteem
• Relationship Problems
• Chronic Anger
• Loss and New Life Stage Transition
• Moving Past Psychological Trauma, Childhood Abuse

I believe that you are NOT defined by your problems or your pain-

they are simply a temporary result of your best efforts to cope with a very difficult reality now or in the past.

Such strategies served you well by protecting you for a while, but now became outdated and are problems onto their own right.

I know that you have an in-built potential to TRANSFORM:

to connect with yourself and others in your life, to give and receive support, to feel vitality and aliveness when you love, work and play.

Together we can expand your map for navigating your life’s challenges.

Couples Therapy.

Would you like to strengthen your relationship?
Are you having difficulty communicating with your partner?
Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of recurrent bickering and fighting which leaves you doubting your relationship?
Do you feel alone, disconnected and shut-out?
Or underappreciated, overwhelmed and criticized?

My area of expertise is in the interconnection between the security of your relational bonds and anxiety, depression, trauma.

When working with couples I offer Emotionally-Focused CouplesTherapy (EFT).

EFT is now being hailed as “the new science of love”, supported by a substantial body of research to be the most effective treatment to help couples in distress as well as in pre-marital counseling find their way back to loving connection they once shared or simply strengthen their communication skills.

It is a short term (8-20 sessions), powerful and practical approach to reducing relationship conflict and helping couples rebuild/strengthen trust and intimacy.

Research shows 75-90% of distressed couples who undergo EFT recover from distress and show significant and sustained improvement in their relationship. Please refer to EFT website to get more information about this treatment model. www.eft.ca

All romantic relationships begin with excitement, mutual appreciation and tenderness. This relationship carries a promise of life-long love, friendship, and support…

The need to depend on your partner for support is encoded in our human DNA from the moment we are born until the time of death. It is not a “childish trait” to outgrow…
Fear, uncertainty and sadness automatically activate this need. When you experience your partner as inaccessible: unable or unwilling to understand and respond when you are in need – you make due, but later pay the price by becoming depressed, anxious and even hopeless. On the other hand, being able to depend on your partner makes it possible to stay open and flexible, promotes confidence necessary to go through very difficult life experiences.

My goal is to help both of you come away with a deeper understanding of each other, as well as knowledge and skills to safeguard and grow your relationship.

Group Therapy.

Everyday busy life makes it nearly impossible to be open and honest with others, to know that they too struggle with very similar problems, fears and worries. Group therapy helps you to get to know yourself in relationships with others in a deeper way and recognize universality of every aspect of your struggles. This powerful experience helps you understand that you are not as different as you think and you are not alone.

It is normal to have questions and concerns when you are thinking about joining a group. What am I going to get out of this? Will there be enough time to deal with my problems in a group setting? What if I am uncomfortable with people in the group?... Please contact me to discuss your concerns in more detail or visit American Group Psychotherapy Association website at www.agpa.org to get more information on this form of therapy.

Group for Young Professional Women.
While there is an expectation of young professional women in their 20's and 30's to have most questions about self-esteem, career, and intimate relationships figured-out, I found that many still struggle with these universal concerns in secret from family and friends. This often results in feelings of shame and alienation, exacerbating original difficulties, leaving you feeling stuck. I started this group in order to help create a safe space where young women can voice their challenges, recognize commonalities, and most importantly - offer mutual support.

Location: Union Square, 130 5th Ave, Suite 900, New York, NY 10011

Time: Every Wednesday, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Payment and Insurance Information.

Please contact me to discuss details as my fee may vary depending on individual, couples or group therapy.

Insurance

I accept many insurance plans on "out-of-network" basis. When working with me as an “out-of-network” therapist – you are responsible only for the co-pay portion of my fee while I offer the convenience of submitting claims electronically on your behalf. Please contact me to get more detailed information based on your insurance plan.

The First Step is
Always theHardest.

Beginning psychotherapy can be a very hopeful but intimidating experience. As you are getting ready to deal with your life's most difficult issues, you may also be wondering: Will I be judged? What will a therapist make of my story? How will it help?

EVERYONEshares these fears!

I use all the genuine aspects of my personality to help you feel comfortable and understood. I am interactive and honest when answering any of your questions about therapy.

One of the biggest misconceptions about therapy is that seeing a therapist is a sign of weakness.

Research on psychological resilience honed-in on 3 attitudes common for those who remain strong at a time of crisis or when facing any difficult life circumstances:

1. Seeing a challenge instead of a threat
2. Making a commitment instead of practicing denial
3. Taking control instead of lapsing into helplessness.

These 3 attitudes come down to a strong personal determination -
I will without question make something good come out of this.

Seeking professional psychotherapy/counseling is a part of such determination.

No-obligation consultation is a good way to begin…

Contact Me

I am available at two convenient office locations in Manhattan and Brooklyn

(near Flatiron District, Gramercy, East and West Village, Chelsea, Midtown, Garment District, Brooklyn Heights, Park Slope, Carroll Gardens, Dambo and Williamsburg. Convenient to most subways: Q, R, N, F, B, D, W,4, 5, 6, Penn Station, LIRR, NJ Transit, Grand Central).

UNION SQUARE:
130 5th Ave (Corner of 18th St).
Suite 900
New York, NY 10011

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Please call or e-mail me to get more information or to schedule a consultation appointment.

Tel:718-974-6706
Email: allyneuman@gmail.com

UNION SQUARE:
130 5th Ave (Corner of 18th St).
Suite 900
New York, NY 10011

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