Hi I’m Elsa (she, they), a NYC clinical psychologist specializing in life transitions, identity, and spirituality (meaning, purpose, and connection). I’m also passionate about serving communities that have historically experienced barriers to whole-person care including LGBTQ+, BIPOC, Asian American, and neurodivergent (gifted, 2e, auti
You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected- struggling with patterns in your life or relationships that seem impossible to break. Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, major life transitions, or everyday challenges, you don’t have to go through them alone. I’m here to help.
I believe healing
I believe that healing is possible at any stage of life, and I can help you heal and find your inner strength so you can live with greater peace and confidence.
Getting older can bring both wisdom and challenges—changes in health, relationships, and independence can deeply affect emotional well-being. I’m a double board-certified psy
My approach is relational, insight-oriented, and creative. I integrate conversation with music-based experiences when helpful, using music to explore feelings that can be difficult to access through words alone. Sessions are collaborative, paced to your comfort, and guided by curiosity, emotional safety, and your goals.
Life can be challenging, and it's natural to feel overwhelmed at times. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, work stress, or feeling stuck, these obstacles can lead to anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns. You may fear that others are judging you or that something terrible will happen. Perhaps you are having di
Feel stuck, stressed, anxious, sad, or angry? Find yourself repeating behaviors you wish you didn't or are unable to communicate effectively? Maybe a combination of these? You are not alone. Cognitive behavioral therapy can help you alleviate and better manage unwanted cycles of behaviors, thoughts, and feelings long term. I specialize in effec
Many of my clients come to therapy for help with relationships, and are frustrated that they repeat patterns but don't have an alternative. I believe relationships are central to life and I also know that much of what we learn about how to relate comes from childhood. Often we've outgrown certain ways of interacting, but it can be hard to k
From a heartfelt place, I mirror back each person's beauty and potential.
With intention, attention, skill and humor, I facilitate the process that allows each person to become more of her/his authentic self and to manifest that self into the world.
At Carmen Chang-Arratia, BA, MSW, LCSW-R, DBTC Counseling and Psychotherapy Services, our therapeutic approach is dedicated to providing a compassionate and patient-centered, evidenced-based centered therapeutic approach. Our approach is on creating a trusting and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their inner world, gain self-awar
In the therapy room, I create a warm, kind and empathic world. I am direct and know how to be challenging when it is needed in order achieve our goals. we are collaborating in the process.
If you are Experiencing Any of the Following:
Relationship Problems (such as Constant Fighting, Trust Issues
or Distance);
Feeling Lonely or Isolated (feel
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