Hazel Clark
I would describe myself as compassionate, genuine, and down-to-earth. I believe therapy should be a safe space where you can show up as you are, talk openly without judgment, and feel supported while working toward meaningful change. My approach is collaborative and holistic. I believe that understanding where your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors come from can help you better understand yourself and create lasting change. I integrate approaches such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic and attachment-based work to help clients manage anxiety and stress, improve self-esteem, navigate relationships and life transitions, establish healthy boundaries, and develop healthier ways of coping. Most importantly, I want my clients to feel that they have a therapist who genuinely listens, meets them where they are, and walks alongside them as they work toward becoming the person they want to be.
First session
The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and begin understanding what brought you to therapy. We will talk about your current concerns, what you would like to work on, and what you hope to gain from the therapeutic process. I also want you to have the opportunity to ask questions and get a sense of whether we are a good fit. I know that starting therapy can feel uncomfortable or intimidating, especially if it is your first time. My goal is for you to leave your first session feeling heard, respected, and more comfortable with the therapy process. You do not have to have everything figured out before coming to therapy. We will work together to identify where to begin and what feels most important to you. My approach is individualized because no two people experience their challenges in exactly the same way. I consider your unique experiences, relationships, goals, strengths, and circumstances when developing our work together. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I use a combination of therapeutic techniques based on your individual needs.
Strengths
One of my greatest strengths as a therapist is my ability to create a warm, genuine, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable being themselves. I bring empathy and compassion to each session while also being honest and intentional about helping clients recognize patterns, gain insight, and make meaningful changes. I meet clients where they are and tailor my approach to their individual needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. What makes me stand out is the balance I bring between emotional support and practical guidance. I want my clients to feel heard and understood, but I also want them to leave sessions with greater clarity, new perspectives, and tools they can apply to their everyday lives. I believe that meaningful therapy involves building a genuine therapeutic relationship while helping clients develop a stronger understanding of themselves, their relationships, and the life they want to create.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is an adult who may be struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem, relationship concerns, life transitions, or difficulty navigating the demands of everyday life. They may appear to have things together on the outside while internally feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, uncertain, or stuck in patterns of overthinking and self-doubt. They are interested in understanding themselves on a deeper level and want more than simply managing their symptoms—they want to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. My ideal clients are open to a collaborative approach to therapy and are willing to explore their thoughts, emotions, relationships, and behaviors in a safe and supportive environment. They may be working on developing healthier boundaries, improving communication, strengthening their self-worth, managing stress more effectively, or building healthier relationships with themselves and others. I work best with clients who are willing to be honest, curious about themselves, and take an active role in their growth while having a therapist who provides both compassion and practical guidance along the way.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to help clients recognize the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we identify unhelpful thinking patterns, challenge thoughts that may be contributing to anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem, and develop healthier and more balanced ways of responding to life’s challenges. Clients learn practical strategies they can use both during and between sessions.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I incorporate DBT skills to help clients strengthen emotional regulation, distress tolerance, communication, and interpersonal effectiveness. We focus on helping clients understand and manage intense emotions without feeling overwhelmed or reacting in ways that may not serve them. DBT provides practical tools that clients can use to navigate stressful situations, relationships, and difficult emotions more effectively.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I use mindfulness to help clients become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, and behaviors without immediately judging or reacting to them. Through grounding, breathing, and present-moment awareness, clients can learn to slow down, reduce emotional reactivity, and respond to situations with greater intention. Mindfulness can also support greater self-awareness, emotional balance, and connection between the mind and body.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- New YorkLicense 012865