Melquiades Lara

I work with those who're disabled, stressed about life, dealing with trauma and/or struggling with grief, especially when it comes to infertility. Seeking support for these needs is a courageous first step, and you don't have to face life's challenges alone. I provide a warm, supportive, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where we work together to help you better understand your experiences, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I walk with clients on whatever path they're on, to explore any areas of need they may have. Let's talk and explore together.

As a father of 3, finding the energy and time to recharge can be hard, but needed. Therapy is about the connection between a client and clinician, which illuminates life's complications when being a good dad and partner. But, the person in the mirror must come first, despite guilt about it. We can't make more time, so let me help you find it in your day.

After graduating from NYU and working in New York City, life can be amazing and difficult all at once. With nearly 20 years of experience treating PTSD, anxiety, depression and Grief, let's work together to unlock, your mind, so that you can experience all your emotions and thoughts.

My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-focused interventions, tailoring treatment to your needs/goals. Whether navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or major life transitions, I am committed to helping you be resilient, find healing, and move toward a more fulfilling life.

Everyone deserves a space where they feel heard, understood, and accepted, especially for those dealing with trauma, stress, sad feelings and lose, which I regularly treat. My goal during your therapy, is to build on your strengths and help you develop coping skills, to create meaningful change in life. Whatever has brought you my door, I'd be honored to walk alongside you during this process.