therapy in brooklyn
At Groundwork Therapy, we offer thoughtful, relational therapy for adults, teens, and couples in Brooklyn seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their lives. Our Brooklyn-based group practice provides both in-person sessions at our comfortable office in Crown Heights and virtual therapy across New York State. We offer a variety of therapy options, including individual, couples, and group therapy with a variety of age ranges.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, or a period of transition, working with a therapist at Groundwork Therapy can offer a steady, supportive space to make sense of what you’re experiencing. You can move at your own pace, in your own way.
In-Person and Virtual Therapy for Teens, Adults, and Couples
a relational approach to therapy
At Groundwork Therapy, we believe that meaningful change happens through connection. This includes connection both within yourself and in relationship with others.
Our team consists of therapists and clinical psychologists, and we work from a contemporary relational psychodynamic perspective. This means we focus not only on what’s happening in your life now, but also on the deeper patterns, relationships, and emotional experiences that shape how you move through the world.
Our work is:
Active – We engage with you directly, thoughtfully, and with purpose
Collaborative – Therapy is something we build together
Depth-oriented – We go beyond surface-level solutions
Flexible – We integrate approaches like CBT and DBT when helpful
This is not a one-size-fits-all process. Therapy unfolds organically, guided by your needs, goals, and readiness.
making therapy a space for depth and clarity
Our therapy sessions are designed for individuals and couples who want more than quick fixes. This is a space to think, feel, question, learn, explore, and grow.
Working with a therapist at Groundwork Therapy means engaging in a process that helps you understand the “why” behind your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Over time, this insight can lead to meaningful and lasting change.
Sessions may include:
Exploring emotional patterns and relationship dynamics
Reflecting on past experiences and their present impact
Identifying internal conflicts or recurring challenges
Developing new ways of relating to yourself and others
There’s no script here. Our sessions are just a thoughtful, evolving conversation centered around you.
what makes therapy effective?
There are many approaches to therapy, but one factor consistently stands out: the relationship between you and your therapist. We want to ensure it’s a good fit between you and your therapist to give you the best experience possible.
The right therapist for you is someone you feel comfortable with, someone who listens, understands, and challenges you in ways that feel supportive rather than overwhelming.
In sessions at Groundwork Therapy, you can expect:
Feeling safe enough to be honest
Feeling understood and seen
Being challenged in meaningful ways
Having space to explore without judgment
Our goal is to prioritize building this kind of relationship from the very beginning. We believe this leads to the best outcomes and improvements from therapy.
who we work with
Many of our clients come to us during moments of change or reflection. You might be a professional managing career stress, a creative navigating uncertainty, a parent adjusting to new roles, or someone simply wanting to understand yourself more deeply.
Through our sessions, we support individuals who are:
Experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, or burnout
Navigating relationship challenges or life transitions
Processing past experiences or trauma
Seeking clarity, direction, or emotional balance
Curious about their internal world and patterns
Our approach is grounded in curiosity and respect. There is no pressure to have everything figured out before you begin. We are also a queer-affirming therapy provider. Our sessions are a safe place where you can speak openly and honestly about your gender identity and sexuality.
therapy for teens & families
Adolescence is a time of rapid change, emotionally, socially, and developmentally. Our teen therapy in Brooklyn is grounded in trust, collaboration, and respect for each teenager's unique experience, with family therapy available as a complementary support.
Our adolescent therapists help teens navigate:
Anxiety, stress, and school-related pressure
Identity exploration and self-expression
Family dynamics and communication challenges
Social relationships and peer dynamics
Emotional overwhelm or low mood
Our teen therapists create a space where adolescents can speak openly and feel genuinely heard, while maintaining thoughtful collaboration with parents or caregivers when appropriate.
For Brooklyn families seeking affirming, developmentally attuned teen therapy, our team offers a balanced and supportive approach to adolescent mental health care.
couples therapy in brooklyn
At Groundwork Therapy, we provide a safe space for queer and non-queer couples to grow and improve their relationships. We are a gender and identity affirming practice, and you are not expected to explain or justify your relationship or identity here.
Couples therapy can be helpful for couples who are experiencing:
Issues in communication
Intimacy problems
Life or relationship transitions
Exploring non-traditional relationships
Lack of trust or past trauma
Therapy is a space where complexity is welcomed. This is meant to be a space for you and your partner(s), to explore and grow stronger together. We will meet your relationship with respect, curiosity, and care.
ADHD & autism testing in Brooklyn
At Groundwork Therapy, we provide comprehensive ADHD and autism testing in Brooklyn for teens and adults across New York. Many people reach adolescence or adulthood with a quiet, persistent sense that they've always experienced the world a little differently, and an evaluation can offer clarity, whether sought for yourself or your teenager.
Our comprehensive ADHD and autism evaluations offer:
A collaborative, individualized testing process
Assessment grounded in curiosity, compassion, and careful clinical evaluation
In-person testing in Brooklyn or remote evaluation across New York
Support navigating what comes before and after testing
Insight for those who have masked or compensated for years, including women and LGBTQ+ individuals
Whether you're seeking answers for yourself or your teen, our Brooklyn-based team meets you with thoughtful, whole-person care.
gender affirming therapy in Brooklyn
At Groundwork Therapy, we believe deeply in providing gender affirming therapy in Brooklyn for individuals, couples, and teens across the gender and sexuality spectrum, including transgender, nonbinary, genderqueer, and LGBTQ+ clients.
We understand that your gender identity and sexuality are shaped by many factors and are woven into your everyday lived experience. Therapy is a place where you do not need to explain, justify, or educate your therapist about who you are.
Our LGBTQ+ affirming therapists offer:
A respectful, gender-affirming therapeutic environment
Space to explore gender identity and sexuality at your own pace
Support navigating relationships, family dynamics, and social contexts
Care that is grounded in curiosity, not assumption
Whether your gender identity or sexuality is central to your work in therapy or simply one part of your experience, our Brooklyn-based therapists meet you with openness and care.
We’re here for
in-person therapy at our Crown heights office in brooklyn
There is something powerful about having a dedicated space for therapy.
Our Brooklyn office, located conveniently off the C/S/2/3/4/5 subway lines in Crown Heights, offers a quiet, private environment where you can step away from the demands of daily life and focus entirely on yourself. For many clients, in-person sessions become a meaningful part of their weekly rhythm. It can be a place to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself.
Clients from across neighborhoods like Park Slope, Prospect Heights, Clinton Hill, Williamsburg, and Downtown Brooklyn visit our office regularly. We also welcome individuals commuting from Manhattan who are seeking our in-person therapy.
now’s the time
get started at groundwork therapy
Beginning therapy doesn’t require a perfect explanation or a clear plan. It starts with curiosity and a willingness to show up.
At our practice, we aim to make that first step feel approachable. Whether you’re seeking therapy in Brooklyn for yourself, a child, or your relationship, we’re here to help guide you. Reach out to schedule an initial consultation and learn more about how we can support you.
Virtual Therapy Across New York
For those who need flexibility, we also offer virtual therapy sessions. Teletherapy allows you to connect with a therapist from the comfort of your own space, making it easier to integrate therapy into your schedule. We are also happy to do a hybrid model of in-person and virtual sessions. There is no one size fits all to our clients.
Whether you choose in-person or virtual sessions, the quality of care remains the same: intentional, relational, and deeply attuned to your needs.
Therapy is one of the few places in your life that is entirely about you. A space where you don’t have to perform, explain, or rush. A space where you can think out loud, feel deeply, and begin to understand yourself in new ways.
If you’re looking for a therapist in Brooklyn who offers thoughtful, collaborative care, we invite you to connect with us.
Take a seat. We’ll meet you there.