When you are struggling with anxiety or the impacts of trauma, it’s often difficult to know what to do or who to turn to for help.
You are here because you are tired of living with worries and fears that keep you from being your best, most authentic self.
There is more to life than what you’ve been brought up to believe. You’re ready to learn, take action and take up space with confidence and inner peace.
About Us
If you’re ready to make changes in your life, to GET UNSTUCK, and learn effective, life-long strategies, we’ve got your back. Let’s talk.
Any of these thoughts got you struggling…
- “I’m constantly worried about what will happen tomorrow”
- “I should be happy, but, I’m not. And I can’t figure out why”
- “I know that something has got to change, but where do I even start?”
- “I am terrified of having to make decisions”
- “What will people think of me?”
- “Nothing I do is good enough”
…then you can feel confident that you are in the right place to start feeling better and grab hold of the life that you want and deserve.
Our specialties:
For the most part, you’ve been trying to cope on your own.
However, even on good days, it can be difficult to manage. The therapists at Cohesive Therapy NYC can help make the emotional work that you do day-in and day-out more effective, and, likewise, can help you feel like you are in control again.
Your Therapists
LCSW
- Trauma & PTSD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Chronic Illness
- Life Transitions
- Self-Esteem
- Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN)
- LGBTQIA+ Affirming
LCSW
- Chronic Illness
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Emerging Adults
- Family Dynamics
- Grief and Loss
- Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN)
- LGBTQIA+ Affirming
LMSW
- Depression
- Self-Esteem
- Anxiety
- Trauma
- Relationships
- Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN)
- LGBTQIA+ Affirming
Founder and Clinical Director
LCSW CCATP
Karen is the Founder and Clinical Director of Cohesive Therapy NYC. She specializes in Anxiety disorders and has a sub-specialty anxiety related to Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (DGBI) such as IBS, chronic illnesses such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), adulthood impact of Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN), inter-generational trauma, and ex-pat assimilation.
Executive Administrative Assistant

Nofie Elmer
Executive Administrative Assistant
Nofar received her Masters from Buffalo University and has worked as a teacher and Health Coach for Women. “Nofie” is a true believer that therapy can make a big difference in people’s lives, which is why being a part of Cohesive Therapy NYC is so meaningful to her and hopes that her contribution will help even more individuals live their fullest lives.
Ready to get started? Here’s what to expect:

Step 1: Complimentary 20 Minute Phone Consultation
Our relationship will start with a complimentary 20-minute consultation to better understand your goals and how we can help. We’ll also cover any questions you may have and make sure that we are a good fit for your needs.

Step 2: Paperwork
Once you’ve completed your complimentary 20-minute phone consultation, we will discuss scheduling and put your information into our system. You’ll then be provided with your online intake and consent forms to fill and once it is all submitted electronically, we will schedule your first appointment.

Step 3: Meet Your Therapist
Following the consultation and paperwork, you’ll get to meet your therapist and start treatment – your therapist will work with you to come up with a plan to help you reach your goals.