Our clinicians are available for in-person sessions, or via telehealth.
About Us: Meet the Therapists at Welsh Therapy
Lynne Welsh, MS, Therapist, Adolescent Coach and Interventionist
I am here to help. It is overwhelming for parents when their teen is struggling. Through intensive therapy I can help alleviate some of the stress and guide you in the process of your child and your family's healing. Click here to learn more about Lynne and how she can help your teen, and your family with her proven counseling interventions.
Specializations: Eating Disorders, Teens, Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Amanda Johns, LCSW
You're tired of being misunderstood. You're searching for someone to finally listen, to understand you, and to help you find answers. You are ready for therapy. I can help guide you through this process of change with proven interventions. I'm not afraid of the cases that have been tagged as "too hard" or the clients who have been labeled as "difficult". Click here to learn more about Amanda, and how she can help.
Specializations: Issues of relationship and attachment, therapy for the therapist, issues related to spiritual and religious abuse
Ryan Lynch, LCSW, M.Ed, CST
My approach is relaxed and personable. My focus is for the client to begin to understand what is underneath their symptoms. We will explore what you can control, and what old patterns of behavior are keeping you stuck. I want to help you find freedom from whatever has been weighing you down. Click here to learn more about Ryan, and how he can help you and/or your loved on.
Specializations: Issues of Sexual Function and Sexuality, Gender Identity, Trauma
Joyce G Cooney, LPC
I have a personal interactive approach to help my client's reach their highest self. I listen intently and provide guidance to help clients find the answers inside of themselves. Click here to learn more about Joyce, and how she can help you and/or your loved one.
Specializations: Life Transitions, Fertility (Prenatal, Pregnancy, Post-partum, Pregnancy Loss, Infertility
Ariel Virk, M.A.
My approach is warm and interactive. I want to help my clients to sit, feel and experience their emotions. And then equip my clients with the skills needed to manage their emotions. Click here to learn more about Ariel and how she can help you and/or your loved one.
Specializations: Issues of adolescence, teen and young adults; Issues of Racial and Cultural Identity
Melissa Moreno, LPC, CCTP
I believe seeking understanding of our inner world in a safe, serene, and soothing shared space can help one build compassion, resilience, clarity, flexibility, and presence. In my practice, I do this through listening to the persons' experience with non-judgmental care and using evidence based therapies to support a client through their process of healing.
Click here to learn more about Melissa, and how she can help you and/or your loved one.
Specializations: Issues related to issues related to trauma, PTSD and the exploration of developmental trauma
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Vernica Williams, MSW
I want to provide compassionate care to my clients, while also challenging them to work on digging deeper into the reasons they sought out therapy. I believe that everyone is capable of making positive changes in their lives, they just need help developing the appropriate tools and coping skills.
Click here to learn more about Vernica, and how she can help you and/or your loved one.
Specializations:Women who struggle with issues of co-dependency, people pleasing and boundaries
Sara Thomson, BA, CADC
A lot of times in the world of therapy we say we will meet the client "where they are at", in my work I like to meet the client "where they dream". I believe that all people are capable of some change, and that we don't have to remain in our unhealthy patterns of behavior just because it's what we know. I want to help clients meet their goals, and process through the barriers that keep them "stuck".
Specializations: Child, Adolescent and Teen issues
Lia Pretecrum, BA
I want to be an advocate for adolescents and teens who don't feel like they have a voice. I believe that care needs to be trauma informed and focused on the needs of the client. I invest in my client's well-being and provide compassionate and culturally competent care.
Specializations: Child, Adolescent and Teen issues
Ellen Cuthrell, M.A.
I want to help adolescents, teens and adults to build skills for school and life. I offer therapeutic coaching and teaching services to individuals who are struggling with reaching their educational, work or life goals. I am compassionate, and I want my clients to feel supported and capable.
Rob Marchanesi, MSSc, LP, ARC
I take a holistic approach to each person, helping them deal with challenges and worries, dreams and nightmares, and health and well-being. With careful attention to words and actions, I helps patients explore what they desire and dread in their lifestyles and choices, paying particular attention to issues of gender, race, culture and sexuality as well as how they have been treated in life and work.
Rob works with Artists, Writers, Filmmakers, Screenwriters and Actors in our NYC office or virtually in other states.
Therapy Through Animals
Laika
Laika is a Shepard Hound mix who came to live with Ryan about a year ago. She was in a desperate situation down south and needed to be rescued. She struggles with anxiety and really tunes into clients who are feeling anxious as well. She loves to play in the water, and enjoys frequent trips to the dog park. Laika is a certified Good Canine. Laika is available for clients who see Ryan, when requested.
Fun Fact: She is named after the first dog in outer space!
Rey
Rey is a Vizsla. She was born in November of 2019. She is an incredibly sweet dog who just wants to please. They call this breed a "velcro" dog and she fits the description perfectly. She loves to snuggle and to be pet. She is super aware of how others are feeling, and will often comfort someone when she perceives they are in need. Rey is a certified Good Canine. Rey is available for clients, when requested.
Fun Fact: Rey was named after Rey Skywalker, from Star Wars