Maritza Rodriguez

I am a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I earned my MS at Columbia University, and in 2015, completed a post-graduate 2-year Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Training Program. I specialize in work with health and mental health professionals, young adults, parent/infant dyads, and the perinatal issues. My areas of expertise include helping clients develop greater self-compassion, self-awareness, confidence in setting boundaries, understanding how the past shapes present reactions, improving work-life balance and self-care, and strengthening decision-making and trust in their own judgment.

There is hope! Life is a series of ups and downs, but when stress seems to dominate, emotional support can be essential. The good news is that challenges can be a catalyst to life enhancing solutions. Stress can lead to problems in family, romantic and professional relationships. A crisis can be devastating, but positive events can also be stressful, the birth of a child, a new job or a new relationship all bring changes and challenges. Therapy can help identify issues and help you work toward solutions. Feeling understood and supported can improve emotional well-being and assist healing and growth.

Being curious about your emotional or physical condition promotes self-awareness and helps with understanding your mind and body, ensuring you get the appropriate care. Therapy will help you develop the courage you need for your journey, be it related to family, career issues or social issues. The ultimate goal is to create the life you want and deserve.