Helpers need help too.
Therapy for Mount Sinai Residents, PAs, & Attending Physicians — In-Network with UMR.
Comprehensive Mental Health Support for Medical Residents and Other Healthcare Professionals in NYC
The medical field is both highly rewarding and exceptionally demanding. The intense pressures that healthcare professionals face often lead to emotional strain and a sense of depletion. Whether you're a nurse, attending, medical resident, therapist or other healthcare worker, balancing the demands of your profession with personal well-being can feel overwhelming.
I provide specialized therapy to healthcare professionals in New York City. Having worked as a preceptor, wellness advisor, and medical social worker at Mount Sinai, a large academic hospital and medical school, I understand the complexities that healthcare professionals encounter. My experience leading support groups for medical students, medical residents and fellows at Mt Sinai Hospital provided me with unique insights into the mental health challenges of those in the medical community.
Why Therapy for Healthcare Professionals?
Burnout and emotional fatigue are common among healthcare workers due to the long hours, personal sacrifices, and emotional toll of caring for others. You may feel like you’ve lost your sense of self or identity in the process. Many in the field struggle with
Burnout and Mental Fatigue: Exhaustion from consistently providing care, which leaves little room for personal recovery.
Training-Related Stress: The unique pressures of residency: long call hours, hierarchy, and the high-stakes transition into attending-level responsibility.
Imposter Syndrome: Doubts about your own abilities, despite your training and accomplishments.
Emotional Strain: Witnessing patient suffering and the emotional toll it takes on your mental health.
Relationship Strain: The significant time demands of the medical profession can make it difficult to maintain personal relationships.
Lack of Recognition: Feeling underappreciated for your hard work and the personal sacrifices you've made for your career.
Support Tailored to Every Stage of Training
Whether you're a medical student navigating your first clinical rotations, a resident managing the demands of long shifts and steep learning curves, a fellow deepening your subspecialty, or an attending physician balancing clinical leadership with your own well-being, therapy can meet you where you are. I've worked directly with residents and fellows through occupational wellness groups at Mount Sinai, giving me firsthand insight into what training-level stress actually looks like, not just in theory, but in practice.
Benefits of Working with a Specialist
My experience in the healthcare system allows me to deliver care that speaks directly to the pressures and challenges you face in your profession. Whether you're struggling with work-life balance, dealing with feelings of burnout, or seeking support for personal growth, I’m here to help.
As a part of my commitment to healthcare professionals, Mount Sinai employees and their dependents are eligible for therapy with a $0 co-pay, making it easier to access the care you need without financial barriers.
Take the First Step Toward Mental Well-Being
If you’re ready to prioritize your mental health and restore balance in your life, contact me today. Therapy can help you process your experiences, develop effective coping mechanisms, and prevent future burnout. Start your healing journey by scheduling an appointment or learning more about how I can help.