Fear is a natural reaction to moving closer to the truth.

— Pema Chödrön

  • This community of therapists understands that systemic and structural issues are not personal failures.

    We believe that the therapeutic process can center reassurance, relief, resistance; rest and creative activism.

    We can feel more connected to ourselves and our relationships.

    We reflect who we work with - everyone and anyone who sees themselves at the intersections or crossroads.

    We offer wellness work and coaching within organizations because people at work also desire support.

    Liberation-Based Therapy LCSW, PLLC is certified as a NYC Minority Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE)

  • Our work is individualized, integrative, creative and centered on you for growth and healing. We focus on liberation in mental health and wellness through a mix of psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral, evidence-based psychology and other healing practices.

    We will approach you with curiosity and in the spirit of compassionate collaboration as healing comes through a deep integration of your story.

    Additionally, the practice offers clinical support, supervision and mentorship to BIPOC/LGBTQIA2S+/GNB social workers, therapists, counselors and healers who desire to be seen and heard. Many in the field have not received intentional supervision from a place of acknowledgment. Carrying a quadruple burden within these systems - often for a variety of reasons - leaves many unable to receive clinical licensure.

Mentors and Affiliations

The Liberated Us

The late Sippo Small, LCSW
Diversity in Social Work Program - Ackerman Institute for the Family
Dr. Willie Tolliver, Silberman School of Social Work, Hunter College
Dr. Rhea Almedia and The Institute for Family Services  and dounder of The Liberation-Based Healing Conference
Erika Thorne, Training for Change
Calvin Cruz, MD, MSW
Dr. Eleni Toumarides, LCSW
Jason Walter, LCSW
Sunny Macguire, The Ethical Dilemma 

Natasha R. Johnson, JD/RYT, Founder Globalizing Gender