Ms. Maria Pita, LMHC is a bilingual mental health counselor who is able to conduct therapy sessions in both English and Spanish. She specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, and adult clients. She is currently working under the supervision of Dr. Adam Barkey, Psy.D.

Ms. Pita believes that providing a client with a safe, encouraging and compassionate therapeutic environment will allow the client the opportunity to explore areas of growth and overcome hardships. Ms. Pita has experience working with individuals that live with various mental health issues such as anxiety, trauma and eating disorders. By taking an integrative approach to therapy, Ms. Pita will use various techniques from different therapeutic approaches to better understand the client’s overall biological, psychological, social and emotional state. Ms. Pita aims to provide the best support and guidance to help her clients live a more fulfilling life.

Ms. Bari Lawner, LCSW is a licensed master social worker, specializing in adolescent, young adult and adult client-centered psychotherapy. Ms. Lawner will be working as a licensed telehealth therapist under the supervision of Dr. Adam Barkey.

Ms. Lawner takes an integrative therapeutic approach tailored to the individual needs of her clients. Ms. Lawner utilizes a strengths-based perspective that highlights her clients’ self-determination and inner strengths. Ms. Lawner provides a warm, safe and non-judgmental space where her clients have the opportunity to openly communicate on their journey of introspection and self-exploration. Ms. Lawner has experience treating anxiety, depression and chemical dependency symptoms using evidence-based interventions and practices. Ms. Lawner has clinical experience working with various populations and has gained knowledge, insight and cultural competency when working work with these populations.

Ms. Lawner has experience co-facilitating a wellness self-management group where clients worked to develop healthy coping skills in place of their maladaptive ones. Ms. Lawner also has experience facilitating a grounding group where clients learned mindfulness and grounding techniques that are proven to be beneficial when integrated into their everyday lives.

Ms. Lawner received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Touro College, Graduate School of Social Work after completing numerous clinical internships in outpatient mental health and chemical dependency settings. She has received training in Telehealth Ethics and Best Practice and has experience providing teletherapy as an MSW intern at a virtual intensive outpatient program. Ms. Lawner earned qualification to practice as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) by the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

Ms. Christine Nizza, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person Centered Treatment.

Ms. Nizza received her Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Iona College. She completed an internship working in an outpatient treatment clinic, focusing on both Mental Health and Substance Abuse. Ms. Nizza has over 6 years providing support to a wide range of clients residing in both Subsidized Mental Health Housing and inpatient hospital settings.

Ms. Nizza favors a collaborative approach with clients in order to develop goals based on clients individual strengths. She is known for being a strong advocate and a source of encouragement for the clients she works with.

Ms. Zabiega’s approach focuses on evidence-based processes such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, or mindfulness-based interventions and ensures to establish client-centered treatment goals for a variety of ages and populations. Ms. Zabiega believes in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings as well as foster a collaborative therapeutic relationship. Whether guiding individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, grief, or life transitions, to name a few, Ms. Zabiega is committed to cultivating a sense of hope and resilience.

Ms. Zabiega received her Master of Mental Health Counseling from Mercy College. She completed internships in adolescent inpatient settings and various outpatient mental health clinics. Ms. Zabiega will help identify your strengths, coping skills, and build social support.

Dr. Shtrakhman specializes in comprehensive individual and group treatment of individuals with a wide range of disorders, including anxiety, depression, trauma/grief, substance use, social communication/autism spectrum disorders, as well as LGBTQ+ and women's health concerns. Additionally, Dr. Shtrakhman provides integrated psychological assessments of autism spectrum disorders and bariatric procedures. Employing a holistic approach, Dr. Shtrakhman examines the individual’s unique set of strengths and challenges, as well as environmental and community factors, to assess and treat her patient’s concerns.

Dr. Shtrakhman obtained her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D). from Yeshiva University and successfully completed her pre-doctoral internship at the Northport Veterans Affairs, providing treatment services for combat veterans.

As part of her formal education, Ms. Dubin completed a master's degree in social work at Hunter College. She strives to stay up to date with developments in her field.

During consultations, Ms. Dubin intently listens to her patients' concerns, explains their conditions, and helps them select a suitable treatment plan. She believes in establishing lasting partnerships with them to maintain and improve lifelong health.