female therapist new york

Mona Wakeley-Fishman, LCSW

Mona is accepting new clients with limited availability.

Mona is a licensed clinical social worker who received her master’s degree in 2004 from Fordham University. Mona has received advanced training in Psychodynamic Approaches in Clinical Therapy from the National Institute for the Psychotherapies and Foundations in Family Therapy from the Ackerman Institute for the Family.

Therapy can be a very transformative experience when approached with commitment and compassion. As a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of mental health experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors in varied settings such as outpatient mental health, residential treatment, and private practice, I combine my extensive experience with highly individualized psychotherapy services to address a variety of difficulties including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, interpersonal issues, and life transitions. Whether you are currently dealing with a challenging situation or want to process past trauma, my training in several therapeutic modalities will help guide you to your desired outcome.

Throughout my years of providing therapy, it has been an honor to join my clients on their respective self-exploration journeys. Taking the first step towards healing and growth involves tremendous courage and I strive to hold a safe space for my clients to share their truth, while not imposing judgment in a welcoming environment to feel heard, validated, and understood. My goal is to motivate, encourage, educate, and support you on your journey to becoming your best self. Let me help you take the first step.

Mona sees:

- Adults 18+

- Older adults 65+

Specialties: - Conscious Relationships
- Life Transitions
- Anxiety/Depression
- Relationship/Marital Issues
- Trauma and PTSD
- Intergenerational Trauma
- Codependency
- Self-esteem/Self-Love
- Building Coping Skills

Modalities: - Psychodynamic Therapy
- Attachment Based Therapy

- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Trauma-informed
- Person-centered
- Strength-based