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Psychotherapy & Couples Counseling in New York, NY
I am a licensed psychotherapist and psychoanalyst with extensive postgraduate training and experience in psychodynamic therapy. My practice focuses on helping individuals and couples navigate life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and creative blocks. As a former refugee and Wall Street professional, I bring unique insights into the challenges of reinvention and adaptation. I work with diverse clients from all walks of life, offering both in-person and telehealth sessions.My approach combines psychodynamic theory with attachment, cognitive, and relational techniques tailored to individual needs. I am a member of the International Psychoanalytical Association and serve as Director of the Licensed Psychoanalyst Program at the Contemporary Freudian Society. My practice emphasizes creating a safe, empathetic space for clients to explore their struggles and achieve meaningful personal growth.
Services
Individual Therapy
Psychoanalysis
Relationship Counseling
Couples Therapy
Online Sessions
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized treatment plans based on 20+ years of clinical experience
- Our approach combines psychodynamic theory with evidence-based relational techniques
- We provide sliding scale fees for financial accessibility
- Our therapist holds dual licensure in New York and California
- We offer both in-person and telehealth session options
Associations and certifications
- International Psychoanalytical Association
- Contemporary Freudian Society
What people say
Best therapist
Deeply sensitive clinician
Feels understood
Compassionate and accommodating
Exquisitely sensitive
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized mental health treatment addressing depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Combines psychodynamic theory with attachment-based techniques to explore unconscious patterns and develop coping strategies. Sessions focus on self-discovery and emotional healing through weekly 45-minute meetings tailored to individual needs.
Psychoanalysis
Intensive treatment approach involving 4-5 weekly sessions for deep psychological exploration. Utilizes psychodynamic principles to examine long-standing patterns and unconscious influences. Designed for clients seeking comprehensive self-understanding and lasting behavioral change through sustained therapeutic engagement.
Couples Therapy
Specialized treatment for relationship challenges including communication issues and infidelity. Focuses on improving emotional connection through structured 55-minute sessions. Helps partners develop mutual understanding and healthier interaction patterns using evidence-based therapeutic techniques adapted to each couple's unique dynamics.
Online Sessions
Secure virtual therapy options for clients with scheduling or geographic constraints. Maintains the same therapeutic rigor as in-person sessions while offering greater accessibility. Available for individual and couples therapy through HIPAA-compliant telehealth platforms for flexible mental health care delivery.
Life Transitions Support
Specialized guidance for navigating major life changes and identity reinvention. Addresses challenges related to career shifts, immigration, and personal transformation. Combines practical problem-solving with emotional support to help clients build resilience and find purpose during periods of significant change.
People
Julia Chislenko, LCSW, PhD
LCSW, PhD
Licensed psychotherapist with dual PhD and LCSW credentials offering specialized treatment for anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Combines Wall Street experience with clinical expertise to help clients navigate life transitions through psychodynamic therapy and psychoanalysis.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I provide individual therapy, psychoanalysis, and couples counseling using psychodynamic approaches combined with attachment and relational techniques.
Do you accept insurance?
I don't participate in insurance networks but provide documentation for out-of-network reimbursement through flexible spending accounts or health savings plans.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, I offer secure online therapy sessions through HIPAA-compliant platforms for clients who need remote access to care.
What are your office hours?
I maintain flexible Monday-Friday hours with both daytime and evening appointments available for in-person sessions on the Upper East Side.
How do you approach treatment planning?
I tailor treatment to each client's needs using psychodynamic theory combined with cognitive and relational techniques during weekly 45-minute sessions.
What payment options exist?
I accept checks, Zelle transfers, and major credit cards with sliding scale fees available based on income verification.
Reviews (1)
I. A.
Nov 09, 2019
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I've been in treatment with Julia for several years now, and she is by far the best therapist I've worked with. Like no other therapist Julia made me feel understood and cared for, without making false promises and creating unrealistic expectations. Very compassionate and accommodating.
