Business Details
7 Years
experience
Mental Health Therapists for Entrepreneurs in New York
Counseling Space, P.C was founded on the belief that everyone can benefit from tailored support to overcome life's challenges. With over 15 years of combined experience in mental health, our team specializes in addressing anxiety, depression, burnout, and stress management for entrepreneurs, professionals, and individuals seeking wellness. Our approach prioritizes preventative mental health strategies, culturally affirming care, and evidence-based methodologies like cognitive behavioral therapy.We create personalized, goal-oriented plans centered on uncovering inner strengths while addressing systemic barriers. Our services include CEO wellness programs, forensic social work, and innovative Write Therapy workshops that combine creative writing with emotional healing. Recognized in national media outlets and trusted by clients globally, we are committed to removing stigma around mental health while empowering individuals and communities to thrive.
Services
Counseling Services
CEO Wellness Solutions
Write Therapy Workshops
Forensic Social Work
Employee Wellbeing Courses
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- Our team includes licensed clinical social workers with 15+ years of mental health experience
- We offer culturally affirming therapy tailored for multicultural entrepreneurs and professionals
- Specialized CEO wellness programs address unique challenges for business owners
- Innovative Write Therapy workshops combine creative writing with emotional healing techniques
- Recognized in national media outlets like Oprah Daily and Red Table Talk
What people say
Excellent and powerful workshop
Soul-nourishing experience
Best workshops I've attended
Effective stress management tools
Culturally affirming care
Services
Counseling Services
Personalized counseling addressing anxiety, depression, and burnout through evidence-based modalities. Our licensed therapists develop solution-focused action plans centered on clients' strengths. Services emphasize preventive care, emotional resilience, and measurable outcomes for individuals and professionals seeking mental wellness solutions.
CEO Wellness Solutions
Custom programs for entrepreneurs combatting work-related stress and burnout. This service combines mental health screenings, mindset advising, and business planning tools. We help business owners maintain wellness while navigating leadership challenges and achieving professional sustainability through structured wellness frameworks.
Write Therapy Workshops
Guided journaling programs integrating narrative therapy and creative writing techniques. Participants gain stress management tools while exploring self-compassion, boundary-setting, and personal growth. These virtual workshops foster emotional healing through structured reflection and community support tailored for individuals and organization teams.
Forensic Social Work
Specialized services connecting mental health and legal systems. Our experts evaluate social factors influencing legal cases, provide court testimony, and develop rehabilitation plans. This service helps clients navigate intersections between mental health concerns and legal challenges through comprehensive advocacy.
Employee Wellbeing Courses
Corporate programs enhancing workplace mental health through team-building workshops and stress management training. Designed to improve communication, collaboration, and employee retention, these courses offer practical tools for creating mentally healthy work environments that support both individual and organizational success.
People
Leslie Garcia
Founder & Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Leslie Garcia, a first-generation American born to Dominican immigrants, is a licensed clinical social worker with 15+ years in mental health. She founded Counseling Space, P.C to support women entrepreneurs, combining expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy, leadership development, and forensic social work. Leslie earned her MSW from Fordham University and has served diverse populations including 9/11 responders and immigrants.
April Lawrie
Therapist & Mental Health Advocate
April Lawrie, MSEd, MHC-LP, creates safe therapeutic spaces for clients navigating anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. She specializes in culturally responsive therapy for Black clients, using a combination of talk therapy and psychoeducation. April focuses on building confidence and practical skills to help clients achieve joy-filled lives through authentic self-expression.
Minaa B.
Therapist & Author
Minaa B., MSW, LMSW, is a licensed social worker and author of 'Owning Our Struggles' with NYU social work training. She specializes in anxiety, trauma, and burnout treatment through holistic, client-centered therapy. Recognized in Oprah Daily and Red Table Talk, Minaa helps clients build resilience while exploring systemic impacts on mental health through her podcast 'Mindful With Minaa.'
Stacia Yearwood
Creative Writing Facilitator
Stacia Yearwood, MFA, is a Trinidadian educator and journalist who created transformative Write Therapy workshops. With expertise in creative writing and film studies, she leads global programs combining therapeutic writing with mindfulness practices. Stacia's facilitation helps clients explore self-compassion and personal growth through narrative expression and creative exploration.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer for entrepreneurs?
We provide CEO wellness solutions addressing anxiety, burnout, and stress management through personalized counseling, mindset advising, and Mental Health Business Plans.
How do your Write Therapy Workshops help with mental wellness?
Our guided journaling programs use narrative therapy and creative writing to help individuals manage stress, improve self-awareness, and build emotional resilience through structured reflection.
Do you accept health insurance for counseling sessions?
We provide detailed receipts for out-of-network coverage and offer a free Health Insurance Cheat Sheet to help clients maximize reimbursement from their providers.
Are your mental health services available internationally?
Yes, our virtual therapy sessions and Write Therapy Workshops serve clients globally, with participants joining from Asia, Europe, Africa, and Latin America.
What makes your counseling approach culturally responsive?
Our therapists prioritize cultural awareness, particularly for women entrepreneurs and multicultural communities, creating safe spaces that honor diverse backgrounds and experiences.
