mental health and wellness therapy in nyc

a modern group therapy practice by kathryn lee, LMHC

Ready to work on your mental health and feel more satisfied and content in your life and relationships? Perhaps you've read countless psychology books, listened to various podcasts on mental health and relationships yet still find yourself feeling stuck and discontent. We specialize in working with individuals who appear to have it all together but find themselves feeling anxious, overwhelmed, burnt out, unsatisfied, and lonely on the inside.

Life can be overwhelming, demanding, stressful, confusing, especially amidst the hustle and the bustle of NYC. We believe that everyone deserves a safe space where they can feel seen and heard. No concern is “too small” or “too much.” Maybe you have tried to do things on your own, but know that you don’t have to do so any longer. Our team is educated and highly trained to treat various mental health concerns, but most importantly we are committed in providing personalized, tailored, trauma informed, culturally sensitive, and affirming care for your personal and unique situation and needs. Reach out today to get started!

a modern therapy group practice

Kathryn Lee Therapy is a group therapy practice based in the heart of NYC offering compassionate, culturally sensitive, and individualized care. Relationally based, we believe that creating authentic connections with our clients provides the foundation for trust, change, and growth. We prioritize creating a safe, non judgmental and compassionate space prioritizing authenticity and empathy.

Our practice is centered on the belief that you are the expert of you and that therapists are the experts of the process. We will bring our clinical knowledge, expertise, and experience, you bring your story. Our therapists are collaborative, interactive, exploratory, and practical. In sessions, our therapists will address and explore past and present experiences to increase self awareness, tackle the “root” of your concerns, and identify practical tools and next steps for you to ultimately create long lasting and meaningful change in your life and relationships. While therapy is hard work, it is also an enriching, enlightening, and rewarding experience filled with “aha” moments and at times humor and laughter.

Whether you are seeking therapy to address ongoing mental health/ relationship concerns or looking to find a therapist to guide and support you in your personal and professional growth, we are here to support you in this season. Interested in starting therapy with us? Reach out for a free 15 minute consultation call to get a glimpse of what therapy with us may feel like and how we can support you. You deserve a space to explore, heal, and grow.

MEET THE TEAM

CURRENTLY Accepting new clients

KATHRYN LEE, LMHC

FOUNDER, LICENSED PSYCHOTHERAPIST

Remi Mankes, MHC

ASSOCIATE PSYCHOTHERAPIST

specializations

  • Do you find yourself overthinking, feeling out of control and stuck in a cycle of worry, fear, dread? Anxiety can feel overwhelming, but know that you do not have to simply endure or "push through." Our team is specialized in working with individuals who struggle with high functioning anxiety so that they can feel more secure and at ease.

  • Depression is more than just feeling low and "blue." Depression can make you feel hopeless, angry, stuck, alone, isolated, and overwhelmed. Whether you are experiencing these feelings due to a recent loss, life transition, relationship issues, trauma, or have been clinically diagnosed with depression, therapy can be a space for you to feel seen, heard, and to improve your depressive symptoms.

  • So much of our “junk” manifest in our relationships. We believe that the past informs the present. In gaining insight into relational patterns and experiences you will be able to break patterns and gain the awareness to develop new ones! Themes that we often explore with clients are attachment styles, codependency, intimacy/connection, relational trauma. We also work with clients navigating interracial, intercultural, and interfaith relationships.

  • Burnout is the emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion we experience when we have taken on too much for too long. In our practice, we often work with high performing and achieving individuals, self identified perfectionists and people pleasers to address core beliefs and expectations that may be enabling high levels of stress and overwhelm. In addition, we address cultural, social and systemic beliefs and structures to better support you in creating better ways to cope.

  • Whether you are getting engaged or married, ending a relationship, getting a divorce, adjusting to parenthood, moving to a different city, and/or dealing with loss, whatever the life transition may be, periods of change can trigger feelings of loneliness and isolation. We support clients going through various changes so that they can receive the support, care, and clarity as they move through a time of uncertainty.

  • Our practice adopts a trauma informed approach in our work in addition to offering EMDR therapy when appropriate. We have experience in working with clients looking to resolve and work through complex, relational, racial, sexual, and generational trauma and abuse. We also work with individuals who experience vicarious trauma, or compassion fatigue, in legal and medical fields. We offer both individual and group therapy sessions for individuals and organizations.

  • We live what we learn. Our families are the first unit that we are a part of creating the blueprint of how we interact, relate and connect with others. So many individuals unconsciously repeat the same behaviors and tendencies their parents did even if they do not want to. You may struggle to commit or communicate in relationships. We support clients in identifying and unlearning patterns so that they can have fulfilling, healthy relationships with others.

    In addition, we support clients in navigating generational and cultural differences within their families.

Services

01 / indivudal psychotherapy

We provide virtual and in person therapy to individuals residing in the state of NY. Our specializations include anxiety, depression, relational issues, family of origin issues, trauma, burnout/stress, addictive tendencies. and Asian American mental health.


02 / EMDR Therapy

We offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), a form of therapy to process images, feelings, thoughts related to a distressing or disturbing experience.


03 / Speaking engagements & PRESS

Our team has spoken at institutions and organizations in addition to being featured in various publications and podcasts to provide mental health expertise and insight as a licensed psychotherapist, trauma and relationship expert.


READY TO transform your life and relationships?

Ready to heal from trauma, live your life on your own terms, foster healthy relationships & to actualize your potential? Ready to stop being in survival mode and start living? You’re at the right place.

Life can feel overwhelming and confusing, especially now. I’m here to help. Therapy will equip you with the tools to not only navigate and face your challenges, but also to show up as your most authentic and empowered self.

What you can expect from our sessions together:

  • Gain an understanding of patterns in your relationships and career, and identify ways to gain clarity in moving forward

  • Unlearn harmful tendencies, beliefs, feelings, and thoughts, including people pleasing, perfectionism, chronic stress/burnout, not feeling “enough" or feeling “behind in life,”

  • Develop skills to manage anxious and depressive thoughts and feelings

  • Heal from relational traumas and foster healthy relationships

  • Develop boundaries that honor your needs

  • Break generational cycles and traumas

  • Increase self awareness and feel empowered

  • Reconnect with your purpose and passion

  • Practical, actionable steps and tools to live life on your terms

LEt’s TALK

Schedule a free 15 minute consultation call, where we will address what brings you to therapy, goals, and any questions you may have. If you are ready to book your first session, you may do so during the call! However, there is absolutely no pressure to commit. Looking forward to hearing from you!

FAQS

  • Sessions for individual counseling are range from $175 - $250 for 50 minutes. Payments are accepted via cash, check, debit/credit card. Sliding scales may be considered based on annual income for clients experiencing financial hardship. Please reach out for more information!

  • “Out-of-network” mental health services may be covered in part or in full by your health insurance plan. Consider asking your provider these questions:

    • Do I have "out-of-network" mental health insurance benefits?

    • What is my deductible and has it been met?

    • What is my "co-insurance"?

    • How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover?

    • What is the coverage amount per session?

    • Is approval required from my primary care doctor?

    Please note that in instances where out-of-network benefits are covered, you will be responsible for payment at the time of service and your insurance will reimburse your expenses.

  • Insurance companies mandate a diagnosis, oversee your health records and may seek access to your information while in therapy. In addition to meeting a deductible, there may also be limits to the number of sessions covered per year regardless of your circumstances. You may be limited to in-network providers which can narrow your chances of finding the right fit for you. In considering these aspects in using insurance, paying out-of-pocket may be a better fit for some. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

  • We offer weekly therapy sessions, and will work with you to find a consistent time slot that works with your schedule. Meeting on a weekly basis will give us space to develop a therapeutic relationship; research has shown that the most important factor in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. Strengthening the therapeutic relationship will create a space in which you should feel comfortable being vulnerable.

  • Yes, we offer remote therapy to individuals residing in the state of New York.

    Many insurances have made special accommodations for tele-therapy and mental health benefits due to COVID-19, check with your provider to stay up-to-date about your benefits.

    Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about remote therapy and other related concerns!

  • Yes, absolutely! Studies have shown that virtual therapy is just as effective as in person therapy. Virtual therapy also gives you the convenience of taking sessions from your home or even office without having to commute. Therapy can seamlessly fit into your schedule.

  • Yes, we offer in person therapy to individuals in the Greater New York Area who are vaccinated. Our office is located at 185 Madison Ave., New York, NY 10016.