Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
I am a passionate, caring licensed social worker with more than 15 years of experience providing direct advocacy and clinical services in the education, legal and community based settings. My expertise is with family and children in crisis situations and with emotional disturbed children. I have worked closely with in conjunction with psychiatrists to treat anxiety disorders. I employ evidence based therapies of Cognitive Behavioral Technique , Supportive Therapy, Client Centered and Solution based approaches. I pride myself on maintaining cultural competence particular with respect to African Americans and people from the Caribbean Islands.
I commend you on taking the first step on your journey towards greater emotional health .
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Maya Handwerk is a passionate, caring licensed social worker with more than 15 years of experience delivering direct advocacy and clinical services in education, legal, and community-based settings.
She has particular expertise supporting families and children in crisis as well as working with emotionally disturbed youth. Maya has collaborated closely with psychiatrists in the treatment of anxiety disorders and draws on evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral techniques, supportive therapy, client-centered work, and solution-focused methods.
She emphasizes cultural competence, especially in her work with African American individuals and people from the Caribbean Islands. Based in New York, Maya holds a New York Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential (LCSW 076957-1) and commends anyone taking the first step toward greater emotional health.
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