We live in a world where private struggles are often spotlighted and used as the subject of public debate; it is becoming increasingly difficult to find a safe space to work through problems and struggles. When you are struggling, it is not easy to identify someone with whom you feel comfortable being open about sharing your inner world. Together we can begin to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and understood.
After co-creating what safe space looks like to you, we can begin to address whatever difficulties, concerns, and presenting problems you bring into the space. I have well over 9 years of experience providing mental health counseling and grief support to a variety of populations. My theoretical orientation is Mindfulness based, which means increasing self-awareness is an integral part of all the work I do with clients, regardless of which treatment modality/approach I take.
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional in levels 1 and 2, my certifications are current as of June 2023. I am trained and well read, in relaxation skills, stress management, self - regulation skills, Mindfulness, desensitization therapy, CBT, TF - CBT, and DBT. I am a Board Certified Telemental Health Provider (BC - TMH) as of July 2023.I look forward to meeting with you and beginning the process of healing.
Additional areas of focus: Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NY LMHC 010785
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Gaelle Affiany. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Gaelle is a wonderful therapist. Very good at listening and provides great insight into issues. She really helped me work on myself and gave context to why I may be struggling with specific things.
Written on Mar 27, 2023 after therapy with Gaelle for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Gaelle is open, intuitive, personable, and very professional. She helped me after a series of traumatic events, and continues to help me navigate daily life, career and relationships. I’m grateful for her guidance.
Written on Jan 04, 2022 after therapy with Gaelle for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Thoughtful, intelligent, accommodating, non-judgmental, creates a welcoming environment to open up, and will help you to come to the truth. I love working with Gaelle and have grown a lot in several areas of my life since starting our sessions.
Written on Aug 18, 2021 after therapy with Gaelle for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and adhd
Gaelle has been a very safe and affirming counselor while also helping me to process past traumas and embrace my own strength and growth.
Written on Jul 03, 2021 after therapy with Gaelle for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and anger management
Insightful, deep thinker, ability to guide and evaluate effectively.
Written on May 17, 2021 after therapy with Gaelle for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and adhd
Gaelle and I have only had two sessions so far and she’s already had an amazing impact on my life. I truly thank god that she was paired with me for counseling, she’s helping me so much already!
Written on May 04, 2021 after therapy with Gaelle for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse