Hi, I’m Michal
Adult and Marriage Therapist in Queens, New York
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Michal Goldman LCSW couples counseling New York
Relationships are at the heart of our wellbeing.
I'm Michal Goldman, LCSW, a trauma-informed relational therapist with advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and discernment counseling.
I’ve experienced the impact relationships have on our well-being, for good and for bad. Relationships are such a core component of our well-being as humans, and I’m passionate about helping people experience more of the positive ripple effects that a relationship can cause.
I specialize in helping couples and adults at pivotal points:
couples who are unsure if they should stay together
couples seeking deeper emotional and sexual intimacy
individuals seeking stronger, healthier relationships (romantically, professionally, familial, etc.).
I approach therapy with compassionate evidence-based methods. Most importantly, I hold a firm belief that change is possible. I know there can be change because I’ve seen it countless times. I’ve seen people who felt completely stuck start to feel that hope that creeps up when you know things are starting to look and feel different. The sensation of tentatively trying something completely new, and seeing different, better results. And I will hold that for you because you can experience the change as well.
Drawing from interventions which have been proven to work, I tailor the work to meet your unique needs. I invite you to reach out if you're seeking greater clarity, connection, and healing.
My Core Beliefs in Healing
Authenticity, integrity, and attunement are NECESSARY in healing (and life in general).
When we feel secure in relationships, everything else gets a little bit easier.
If destruction exists in the world, healing also exists. As humans, we all have the ability to heal and build deeper, more fulfilling lives and relationships.
The hard moments are the exact ones which need to be slowed down in order to heal.
And for the nitty gritties about my credentials...
I'm a licensed clinical social worker in New York (license # 092547). I specialize in couples therapy, relationship challenges, and discernment counseling. I have conducted extensive postgraduate training in emotionally focused therapy (which is considered one of the gold standard treatments for couples work because of its high success rate and lasting results after treatment ends).
In addition to EFT, I have advanced training in modalities including:
internal family systems (IFS)
sex therapy
solution focused therapy
dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)
somatic therapy
discernment counseling
The therapeutic approaches I use for individual therapy and couples counseling in New York are supported by research and have been shown to help individuals and couples reconnect and heal and experience meaningful change quicker. I consider myself a lifelong learner, and am constantly increasing my skill set to help you in the most effective, evidence-based ways possible.
I specifically work with a limited number of clients so that I can give each person the personalized, individualized support you need.
My goal is to help you increase clarity and give you tools to communicate more deeply, heal past wounds, and build more loving, secure relationships.
Most importantly, as Carl Rogers said:
"Know all the theories, master all the techniques, but as you touch a human soul just be another human soul"
Struggles in relationships can feel overwhelming, and first and foremost, I respect your journey and am honored to be supporting you in the process.
Click below for more information on how I can help!
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Thinking about Divorce?
If my approach resonates with you, I’d love to connect.
Reach out today to learn how marriage therapy and couples counseling in Queens, NY can help you and your partner build a stronger, more connected relationship.