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Evidence-Based
Anxiety & OCD Therapy

We help kids, adults, and families face anxiety, build confidence, and reclaim life through structured, science-backed therapy — led by Dr. Elaina Zendegui, Mount Sinai-affiliated psychologist.

In-person in Brooklyn & Manhattan          Telehealth is available across NY

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‬Every therapist is trained in‬ proven modalities like‬ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy‬‭ (CBT), Exposure and‬ Response Prevention (ERP),‬ and Supportive Parenting for‬ Anxious Childhood Emotions‬ (SPACE).‬

We don’t just say ‬“evidence-based”, we mean it‬.

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‬Our approach considers‬ lifestyle, family dynamics, and‬ what’s happening outside the‬ room.‬

Our approach focuses on the whole person

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Parent-focused options to‬ shift challenging patterns

When kids resist therapy, we work directly with their parents to address how to best support their needs.

We believe therapy should help you live more freely, not just manage‬ symptoms.‬

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We use approaches backed by research, and deliver them in a way that actually works for real people, real families, and real schedules.

Our Evidence-Based Methods Include:

● Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

● Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

● SPACE (parent-based treatment for child anxiety)

● DBT-Informed Interventions 

● Short-Term Intensives (including summer options) 

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Elaina Zendegui, PsyD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Founder & Clinical Director

All ages · Complex anxiety/OCD · Supervision · Advanced consults 

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Jasmine Salonga, LMSW

Licensed Master Social Worker

Kids + Teens + Adults · Anxiety/OCD · Big emotions
English & Filipino

Accepting New Patients

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Jayne Reel, LMSW, PMH-C

Licensed Master Social Worker

 Kids + Adults · OCD · Perinatal Mental Health · LGBTQIA+ 

Accepting New Patients

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Patricia Mensa, LMSW

Administrative Assistant

(Not Currently Seeing Clients)

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We Specialize In:

We treat anxiety, OCD, panic, and avoidance using evidence-based methods like CBT, ERP, and SPACE. Therapy is structured, practical, and focused on helping you build tools that last in both your personal and professional life.

Anxiety & OCD

We work with kids and teens dealing with big feelings, school stress, and avoidance. Our approach is developmentally attuned, skill-building, and collaborative with caregivers.

Children & Teens

Through SPACE and other parent-focused interventions, we help caregivers respond to anxiety without reinforcing it. You’ll learn how to reduce accommodations and support your child’s long-term independence.

Parenting Support

We support parents through anxiety, OCD, and mood challenges during pregnancy and postpartum. Therapy is grounded in strategies that promote both recovery and connection.

Perinatal‬‭ Mental Health

Our clinicians offer identity-affirming care for LGBTQIA+ individuals and families. We provide a safe, supportive space to navigate anxiety, relationships, parenting, and more.

LGBTQIA+ Clients

We treat Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) in kids and adults whether it’s rooted in anxiety, sensory sensitivity, or fear of eating. Treatment includes CBT-AR and parent-based interventions.

Picky Eating ARFID

We care deeply about every family who walks through our doors, and we’ll never treat you like just another intake form.

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