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Your Trusted Therapy Partner in New York, NY
Grand Central Counseling Group is a dedicated therapy practice specializing in individual and group counseling for working professionals. Our approach combines insight-oriented psychotherapy with structured behavioral counseling to address depression, anxiety, family dynamics, and work-life stress. With expertise in EMDR therapy since 2014, we help clients reprocess traumatic memories and develop practical coping strategies.Our sessions emphasize collaboration, with clients often engaging in homework exercises to reinforce progress. We tailor treatment plans to accommodate busy schedules, offering flexible session frequencies while maintaining a focus on long-term emotional resilience and personal growth.
Services
Individual Therapy
Group Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Psychotherapy
Behavioral Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer EMDR certification since 2014 for trauma processing
- Our therapists combine psychoanalytic and behavioral approaches
- Flexible session scheduling for working professionals
- Collaborative treatment planning with homework integration
- Specialized focus on work-life balance challenges
Associations and certifications
- EMDR International Association
Services
Individual Therapy
Weekly therapy sessions addressing personal challenges through structured conversations. Combines psychodynamic insights with behavioral techniques to treat anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Clients develop coping strategies and explore formative experiences in a supportive environment.
Group Therapy
Structured corporate and organizational group sessions for crisis debriefing, grief support, and team-building. Facilitates peer support while maintaining professional boundaries. Focuses on shared experiences and collective problem-solving for workplace and personal challenges.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized treatment for trauma and PTSD using eye movement desensitization. Helps reprocess distressing memories to reduce emotional triggers. Combines visualization techniques with cognitive restructuring to improve stress management and future outlook.
Psychotherapy
In-depth exploration of emotional patterns and relationship dynamics. Uses psychodynamic principles to uncover unconscious influences while incorporating cognitive-behavioral techniques for practical skill development and behavior modification.
Behavioral Counseling
Goal-oriented therapy focusing on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. Teaches practical coping strategies for anxiety, stress management, and habit modification through structured exercises and homework assignments.
People
Pamela Garber
Founder & Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 20+ years of experience in behavioral therapy. Specializes in EMDR, psychodynamic therapy, and workplace stress management. Combines clinical expertise with practical counseling techniques for professional clients.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
We combine psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and EMDR. This integrative approach addresses both immediate concerns and underlying emotional patterns.
Do you offer flexible scheduling options?
Yes, we provide weekly, biweekly, and monthly session options to accommodate professional schedules and changing therapeutic needs.
What is EMDR therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps process traumatic memories using guided visualization and bilateral stimulation to reduce emotional distress.
How do group therapy sessions work?
Groups focus on specific goals like crisis debriefing or grief support. Sessions follow structured formats while maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
What happens during initial sessions?
The first session assesses current concerns, establishes treatment goals, and determines therapy pacing. We use our 'Assembly Line' framework to structure the therapeutic process.
Reviews (1)
M.
Nov 30, 2019
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Most structured and ethical therapist I have ever met. Very insightful and genuinely cares for her patients. Deserves an award
