Therapist for Anxiety and Trauma for Women in NYC
Meet Olivia, LCSW- Where Therapy feels different
Hi, welcome
I’ve always been drawn to what sits beneath the surface,
the things we feel but can’t always explain. Like many of the people I work with, I understand what it’s like to be self-aware and still feel stuck in patterns that don’t quite shift. That experience shapes how I sit with clients now. Not rushing. Not fixing. But paying close attention to what’s actually happening, so something new can begin to unfold.
My approach as a therapist for anxiety and trauma
I don’t see therapy as a place where you come to be fixed. I see it as a space where we slow things down enough to really notice what’s happening, often underneath the surface of what you’re used to focusing on.
Sometimes that looks like talking. Sometimes it looks like sitting with a feeling for a few moments longer than you normally would.
Sometimes it’s noticing something small in your body that you’ve learned to ignore.
Those moments might seem subtle, but they’re often where the shift begins.
Beyond Insight
What it’s like to work with me
Clients often tell me that working with me as a therapist feels different from what they expected therapy to be..
We won’t just stay in talking and trying to make sense of things.
Instead, we’ll pay attention to what’s happening in real time, both in your thoughts and in your body.
At times, we might slow things down more than you’re used to.
You might notice we pause, or bring attention to physical sensations, not just what you’re thinking.
This is how patterns start to shift, not just become clearer.
Over time, people often find that things feel different, requiring less effort to maintain.
I am calm, attentive, and engaged. I’ll guide when it’s helpful, but I’m not here to push you or rush the process. We move at a pace that allows something real to unfold.
My training and background
I’m trained in EMDR, somatic therapy, attachment therapy and parts work (IFS), which allows me to work in a way that includes both your mind and your body. Rather than relying on just one approach, I integrate these in a way that fits you, your pace, your needs, and what feels most supportive in the moment.
A bit more personally
Outside of the therapy room, I’m drawn to finding connection in community, curiosity about people and their stories, and the kind of moments that invite joy.
Living abroad, including in Spain, and being part of multicultural spaces has shaped how I understand identity, relationships, and the layers we move through. I’m someone who values travel, reflection, and conversations that go beyond the surface. I also value time with my family and the sense of grounding and playfulness that comes with it.
These experiences naturally inform the way I work and the space I create.
Who I tend to work with...
You might recognize yourself here if…
You’ve done a lot of reflecting. You understand yourself in ways others might not.
But there’s still a gap between what you know and how you actually feel.
From the outside, your life likely looks steady. You show up, follow through, and people rely on you.
But internally, it can feel like you’re holding a lot, overthinking, second-guessing, or quietly carrying things on your own.
There’s often a quiet question underneath it all:
“If I understand this… why does it keep happening?”
Many of the people I work with have tried therapy before,
or have done a lot of inner work,
and are looking for something that reaches a deeper level.
You don’t need to have the right words or a clear starting point.
We begin wherever you are.
The Process With Your Therapist for Anxiety and Trauma:
01. Book a Consultation
A brief 15 minute, no-pressure call to get a sense of what’s bringing you in and what you’re looking for.
We’ll talk through your current challenges, answer any questions you have, and see if working together feels like a good fit.
02. Start Therapy for Trauma and Anxiety
Our work begins by creating a space where you can slow down and feel more supported in what you’re experiencing.
We’ll explore patterns related to anxiety, trauma, and relationships at a pace that feels manageable—building awareness, safety, and a stronger connection to yourself over time
03. Creating Lasting Change
As we continue, we move beyond just talking and into deeper, experiential work.
Using approaches like somatic therapy, EMDR, and parts work (IFS), we’ll focus on how your experiences live in your body and nervous system—so change becomes something you feel and carry into your daily life.
Qualifications & Training
I bring both formal training and ongoing clinical development to my work as a therapist, with a focus on integrative and trauma-informed care
Education
Graduated from Columbia University School of Social WorkTeaching Experience
Taught a trauma-informed somatic therapy course at Columbia UniversitySomatic & Trauma Training
Somatic Experiencing (in progress)
EMDR
Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM)
Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM)Relational & Integrative Approaches
AEDP Immersion
AEDP for Treating Eating DisordersIFS Training
Internal Family Systems (IFS) for Eating Disorders (upcoming)
Across all of my training, my focus remains on supporting clients in working through anxiety and trauma in a way that feels compassionate and connected to the body, not just the mind.
