A growing therapy practice in the heart of Manhattan.

Therapy that moves you into the here and now.

We specialize in scientifically proven treatments for a variety of mental health concerns including, but not limited to, generalized anxiety and anxiety related disorders (e.g., phobias, social anxiety, OCD), depression and mood related disorders (e.g., persistent depressive disorder, major depressive disorder), and trauma (e.g., PTSD, complex-PTSD, acute trauma). We also treat couples!

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Reviews from clients about CBT / EMDR Associates of New York

  • "I don't even know where to begin. I am forever grateful for Dr. Whitfield and his service. His continued support, understanding, and reassurance was monumental in my journey of healing and self acceptance. I would not be where I am today without his guidance. While it was a rollercoaster of emotion over the course of 6 months, it was well worth it to come out on the other side. Dr. Whitfield not only provided top notch service during our weekly sessions, he had me work on various exercises outside of our 1:1s and held me accountable to it. He was a sounding board when I reached out outside of our scheduled sessions and provided me with the tools I continue to use today. It is evident how much he actually cares about his patients and makes sure to follow up and check in. I can't say enough positive things about my experience with Dr. Whitfield. He's the best!"

    Zocdoc - 5 Star Review

  • "I was very happy with the sessions I had with Thomas. I found the treatment to be very effective! It was very structured, which I appreciate; and it allowed me to see my past trauma in a different light. Honestly, it changed my life and I can't thank him enough."

    Zocdoc - 5 Star Review

  • "My experience with Dr. Whitfield was really amazing. He helped me to open up to seeing my situation from another perspective and dare to see the optimism. He exudes compassion and empathy, and I haven't felt so deeply seen by a therapist before. I really appreciated his kindness and gentleness. I felt very safely held in his space."

    Zocdoc - 5 Star Review

  • "Dr. Whitfield was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful throughout our time together. He always made my needs feel important and was able to help me even in the most adverse situations. I would highly recommend his services to anyone!"

    Zocdoc - 5 Star Review

  • "Dr. Whitfield is great if you're looking for someone to chat with through a problem and learn how to handle situations better on your own. I saw Dr. Whitfield for a year or two and he provided me with tools that I still refer to whenever I find myself in anxious thought cycles or situations. Highly recommend!"

    Zocdoc - 5 Star Review

  • "Dr. Whitfield helped me tremendously navigate some of most major life transitions in recent years including a breakup, career pivot, and move. He is a true professional, has a calm / patient demeanor, and does the hard work to make sure that he's always prepared to talk about the most important topics, keeping in mind things I previously shared."

    Zocdoc - 5 Star Review

  • "Dr. Whitfield leads with empathy to help you understand behaviors and actions. My former partner and I (both gay males in our 30’s) worked through couples therapy where Dr. Whitfield skillfully identified root causes of our impasse. He approaches situations with care and open ears to facilitate productive discussions. My partner and I both agreed that Dr. Whitfield’s methodical process and person-ability differentiated him from other therapists we interviewed. Most critically, Dr. Whitfield constructively challenges you to work introspectively between sessions. This re-established the connection to our emotional and mental health. Regardless of the outcome, the tools Dr. Whitfield equips you with the confidence to process situations in the moment and move forward."

    Zocdoc - 5 Star Review

Therapist reviews about CBT / EMDR Associates of New York

  • "Thomas is an outstanding therapist and human. He cares deeply for his clients and he is extremely intelligent and "no-nonsense" in his work. He has changed many lives and will continue to do so!"

    Dr. Ariana Moran, Psychologist, PsyD

  • "Thomas is a wonderful therapist. His active and direct approach helps clients meet their goals. His kind, caring and compassionate nature makes it easy to see why clients gravitate towards him and find great success with his treatment approach."

    Dr. Remi Appel, Psychologist, PsyD, MSEd

  • "Dr. Whitfield is a dynamic, charismatic clinician with an innate gift for connecting to people in a meaningful way. He is deeply respectful, affirming, and collaborative in his approach to working with a wide array of diverse clients."

    Dr. Melissa Kate McIntosh, Art Therapist, PhD, ATR-BC, LCAT

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of talk therapy scientifically proven to be highly effective in the reduction of symptoms associated with depression, anxiety disorders, alcohol and drug use problems, marital problems, eating disorders, and severe mental illness. Together we will explore and examine your behavioral patterns as outcomes of your thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations. These patterns can then be intervened upon to help you become the most happy, present, and full version of yourself. To learn more about CBT and what a session consists of click here.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured form of psychotherapy focused on the reprocessing of traumatic events. Trauma lives in the body and can impact your day-to-day activities in ways that you may not be initially aware. People who have been through traumatic experiences may find themselves triggered by mental or physical images, videos, sounds, smells, and/or physical sensations. Reprocessing the maladaptively stored memories leads to a decrease in symptoms related to the traumatic experiences. To learn more about EMDR click here.