Alena Goldman

Many people have unresolved trauma that impacts their mood and productivity, leading to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, procrastination, and feeling stuck. EMDR therapy helps the brain reprocess trauma at the root, leading to greater mental clarity, inner peace, and self-empowerment. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and trauma using EMDR therapy, along with CBT and DBT modalities. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to your unique experiences and goals. I offer virtual sessions throughout New York and in-person therapy in Great Neck, New York.

Anxiety, trauma, and depression can leave you feeling stuck or disconnected from yourself. Therapy offers a space to explore these challenges, process past trauma, and develop the inner strength needed to create meaningful change. I strive to create a space where you feel understood and supported."It is in moments of decision that your destiny is shaped."

If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by past experiences, you are not alone. Many people reach out for support when they sense that something needs to change, even if they are not sure where to begin. I help people transform pain into growth and self-empowerment.

My primary approach to therapy is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based treatment that helps people heal from painful experiences that continue to affect their emotions, thoughts, and relationships. Many symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma are connected to unresolved memories and negative beliefs about oneself. EMDR helps the brain reprocess these experiences so they no longer feel as overwhelming or emotionally charged.

In our work together, we identify the memories and beliefs that may be contributing to current struggles and use structured EMDR techniques to help the nervous system process them in a healthier way. As this happens, many clients begin to experience greater emotional stability, reduced distress, and an increased sense of confidence and clarity.

I also integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, somatic approaches, and neuroscience-based strategies to support emotional regulation and strengthen the mind–body connection. When relationship challenges are present, I incorporate principles from The Gottman Method to help clients improve communication, navigate conflict, and build healthier, more secure connections with others.

During the first session, we focus on understanding your history, current challenges, and what you hope to change or improve through therapy. I will ask questions about your symptoms, important life experiences, and the goals you would like to work toward so we can develop a clear and personalized treatment plan. We will also discuss how EMDR therapy works and begin building tools that help you feel grounded and emotionally safe during the process. The first session is designed to help you feel comfortable, understood, and supported while we establish a foundation for the work ahead.