Intuitive Healing Therapists

Mary Rothfusz, MHC, MA
Staff Therapist
Pronouns: she/her

Mary is passionate about helping clients navigate life changes and challenges, especially in the areas of chronic pain, women’s health, and BIPOC experiences. With certifications in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Breathworks training from the UK, she integrates mindfulness and somatic therapies to support holistic healing. Mary believes in the transformative power of building community and supportive relationships, co-creating a safe and authentic space where clients can explore their emotions and personal growth.

In her practice, she draws from her extensive experience working with mindfulness, movement therapies, and trauma-informed care to address anxiety, depression, and the impact of life transitions. Mary’s multicultural and intersectional approach makes her particularly attuned to the diverse experiences of her clients, ensuring that each person feels seen and valued in their unique identity.

Mary holds a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University and a Master's in Psychology from City College. Outside of her therapeutic work, she enjoys reading, meditation, and the vibrant energy of New York City.

Joseph Orsini, MHC, MS
Staff Therapist
Pronouns: he/him

Joseph is a compassionate, caring, and driven therapist who believes in the importance of collaboration and trust in therapy. He is focused on improving the lives of his clients through a flexible style of counseling. Joseph believes in the power of therapy and its many benefits. With a focus on creative approaches to counseling, he provides engaging counseling through various mediums including art, media, and mindful activities. Likewise, he is trained in existential and holistic therapies that focus on addressing trauma on both a macro and micro level. 

Joseph provides services focused on trauma and specializes in the treatment of PTSD, Anxiety, and Depression. Having trained in trauma-focused therapies he utilizes a holistic approach that mixes Trauma-Informed Mindfulness, CBT, and Art Therapy to name a few facets of his practice. Through collaboration with his clients, Joseph creates treatment plans that aim to reduce symptoms of trauma and to process what has occurred in a comfortable and safe environment. 

Joseph graduated with a BA in Psychology from Temple University and his MS in Professional Counseling from Carlow University. He interned and worked part time at Pittsburgh Action Against Rape and worked as a Survivor Advocate at Columbia University where he specialized in the treatment and advocacy of survivors of sexual and domestic violence post graduate schooling. As well, Joseph has worked as a family therapist for adjudicated youth and a counselor for formerly homeless elders which has allowed him opportunities to address both familial and income based trauma. These opportunities helped him hone his therapeutic skills with a variety of clients and techniques.

Outside of his practice, Joseph is a devoted husband, artist, and dungeon master. His art is driven by his passion for the eclectic and he primarily works in charcoal. As a dungeon master he holds weekly games of Dungeons and Dragons with a group of fellow New Yorkers.

Joseph is committed to improving the lives of his clients and providing an environment focused on healing and change. Through his holistic approach that focuses on the mind/body connection, he works collaboratively with his clients to help them achieve their goals. He recognizes the courage and strength it takes to start and follow through with therapy. He is excited to meet you and help you along this journey, for those who wander are not always lost. 

Brianna Hawk, MHC, MA
Staff Therapist
Pronouns: she/her

Brianna believes that the curiosity we hold for ourselves and the other people in our lives is a key component to living a life that feels fulfilling, hopeful, and enriching. 

Brianna’s therapeutic approach stems from the concept of mutuality. Mutuality is an empathic and open mindset that Brianna both inhabits and practices in order to better understand the relationship she has to herself and the people that she shares spaces with. 

Brianna offers a holistic and psychodynamic approach to therapy, using tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Buddhist Psychology, Mindfulness, Somatics, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Brianna looks for the unique nuances that each client possesses and aims to facilitate a space where clients can feel brave to confront their concerns, symptoms, and fears all while working to envision a path forward that feels manageable, satisfying, and even exciting.  Brianna works with adolescents and adults experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress, and chronic pain. Brianna also helps clients with navigating relationship challenges, feelings of discontentment, identity development, self-worth, creativity, perfectionism, and communication and attachment related concerns. 

Brianna holds a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. Brianna's inspiration to become a therapist originated from participating in dance and movement related therapies growing up and throughout her young adulthood. In addition, Brianna is a yoga, somatics, and mindfulness teacher and will often utilize tools from these modalities to help clients develop the skills necessary to find comfort and sanctuary in their physical bodies. Brianna believes that these techniques are powerful ways to deepen the therapeutic process, integrate unresolved trauma, and develop new insights and resources for living in alignment with your most authentic self.

Rachel Chada, MHC, MA, EdM
Staff Therapist
Pronouns: she/her

Rachel is a passionate queer therapist dedicated to making therapy a warm and inviting space for each of her clients. Trust isn’t built in just one session, but over time, you can expect to feel comfortable bringing your whole self into the room without fear of judgment. 

Rachel appreciates working collaboratively with couples and individuals wishing to navigate difficult life transitions, identity, sex and sexuality, workplace stress, trauma, and the impact of each on our mental health. Rachel integrates psychodynamic theory with social justice frameworks. In therapy with Rachel, you’ll explore the unconscious motivations that inform your actions while gaining a deeper understanding of the systems of oppression in which we exist. Coming from a background in comedy, Rachel is open to creative approaches to therapy and welcomes humor into the therapy space. 

Rachel completed her MSEd in Mental Health Counseling from Hunter College and trained in LGBTQ+ affirming therapy prior to joining the Intuitive Healing team. Outside of her work as a therapist, Rachel is a performer, a home cook, a Bravo devotee, and a proud cat mom.

Jewels Tauzin, Advanced Clinical Fellow
Staff Therapist
Pronouns: she/her

Jewels has a passion for supporting others in their journeys as they build a life that feels authentic and true to the deepest parts of themselves. She knows that creating a life that feels both safe and fulfilling is hard work, and is often hindered by patterns we formed in traumatic circumstances that once kept us safe, but no longer serve us. 

With an emphasis in Acceptance Therapy and Inner Child Work, Jewels is particularly passionate about supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community as they heal and move toward security in their sexual orientation and gender identities. She also enjoys supporting clients navigating chronic illness, trauma, and codependency. Jewels does this by fostering an environment where her clients can process feelings and thoughts, even the smallest of which can be significant portals to deeper healing in therapy. She hopes to create a therapeutic relationship where her clients feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to therapy and in turn to offer a space that is embodied, playful, warm, and safe. 

Jewels is completing her Masters in Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University and holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and Religious Studies from Barnard College, Columbia University. When not with clients, she can be found walking on the West Side Highway, practicing yoga, or listening to The National. 

Anya Ahuja, Advanced Clinical Fellow
Staff Therapist
Pronouns: she/her

Anya believes that fulfillment comes from self-understanding. Anya is passionate about accompanying clients in their journeys of inner work and empowering them to dig deep. She believes that with self-knowledge, grace, and compassion, we can cultivate the abundant and beautiful lives we want.

Specifically, Anya is passionate about the path of recovery. Drugs, alcohol, and other process addictions can feel deeply isolating and hopeless. With her warm, attuned, and understanding approach, Anya wants to help clients determine what recovery means to them.  She maintains faith in each of her clients’ ability to transform their own lives. Working towards progress, rather than perfection, Anya is passionate about helping clients determine where the addiction ends and the true self begins.

Whether in the throes of addiction or deep into recovery, Anya works collaboratively with a client to fight for continued happiness, joy, and freedom. She also supports clients with other process addictions, such as eating disorders and workaholism, and enjoys working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, and stage-of-life issues of 20’s and 30’s. With radical compassion and a generous humor, Anya supports clients in developing a strong sense of self and cultivating an ongoing connection with a higher purpose.

Anya’s approach is rooted in a psychodynamic theoretical foundation and integrates focus on attachment theory and parts work. She uses her intuition and sensitivity to connect with clients, and to empower them on this journey of greater self-understanding.

With her multicultural background, Anya intimately understands feeling anxiously apart from others. Her goal is to help clients form a secure attachment to themselves, and to feel at home within themselves, wherever they are. 

Anya is currently completing her Masters in Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University and holds a Bachelor of Arts in English, Psychology, and Jewish Studies from Georgetown University. Prior to joining Intuitive Healing, Anya worked as an investment banker in New York City. Outside of session, Anya can be found on traveling adventures with her golden retriever, Moose; planning her next ski trip, playing tennis, or listening to Taylor Swift.

Milou Haskin, MHC, MA
Staff Therapist
Pronouns: she/her

Milou is passionate about helping others cultivate a well of inner resources and tools to navigate the challenges of life. With a background in mindfulness and Buddhist practice, she brings a depth of presence and genuineness to each session. She believes that it is from this space of authenticity and connection within supportive relationships that healing is possible. 

Milou takes a holistic and psychodynamic approach to therapy, pulling tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Polyvagal Theory, Buddhist Psychology, and Mindfulness to support individuals navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, self-worth, relational, and identity challenges. She enjoys supporting clients navigating their 20’s and 30’s as well as those working on their relationships with others. She is particularly passionate about working with mixed-race individuals, those who identify as 1st generation, and survivors of sexual abuse. 

Whether you have a spiritual practice or not at all, she works collaboratively with you to tailor therapy to your individual needs. As a multicultural therapist, she values bringing a culturally sensitive and liberationist framework that welcomes all aspects of your identity into the room. 

Milou holds a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Denver. She is a Certified Mindfulness Instructor (MNDFL) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (Evergreen Certifications). When she’s not in the office she loves traveling, going on meditation retreats, getting lost in museums, and attempting to learn the names of all the plants in Prospect Park. 

Kate Jamison, MHC, MA
Staff Therapist
Pronouns: she/they

Meet Kate Jamison, a proud queer therapist committed to bringing warmth and authenticity into the therapy room. Their expertise in LGBTQ+ affirmative mental healthcare and supporting folks with disordered eating was honed at NYU’s Counseling for Mental Health & Wellness Program.

Drawing from relational and emotionally-focused approaches, Kate conducts her work through an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and neurodivergence-affirmative perspective. Recognizing the systemic roots of many presenting problems, Kate validates the past experiences of clients who have felt like therapy wasn’t for them and recognizes the roles of privilege and politics in mental health. In her therapy space, clients are radically accepted, valued, and empowered to explore their strengths and inner resources.

Specializing in queer and trans-affirmative care, OCD, and eating disorders, Kate collaborates with individuals, couples, and families. They have successfully guided clients in developing emotional regulation skills, coping tools for anxiety, building meaningful relationships, and processing and healing from trauma. Kate focuses on supporting clients in building self-compassion and gaining insight, often incorporating parts of strengths-based and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Receiving honest feedback from clients is invaluable to Kate’s work. She develops treatment goals with her clients aimed at improving their quality of life. Kate's background in social services equips her with knowledge of resources that she often shares with clients to help them advocate for themselves and their loved ones.

Kate's commitment to mental healthcare and social justice extends beyond the therapy space. With a background in nonprofit work and a focus on societal impacts on mental health, Kate advocates for queer-affirmative practices and strives to enhance understanding of mental health across diverse communities.

Outside of sessions, Kate enjoys experimenting with makeup looks, expressing herself with watercolors, and looking for new favorite coffee shops and bakeries.

In essence, Kate's work is grounded in the belief that every individual possesses the innate capacity for growth, resilience, and healing. Recognizing the courage it takes to prioritize mental health, Kate would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey to building a brighter path forward.

Nicolette Illiano, Advanced Clinical Fellow
Staff Therapist
Pronouns: she/her

Nicolette believes genuine healing begins with the brave choice of stepping into the therapy room. Her passion lies in creating a safe, supportive space and fostering collaborative relationships where clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood as they explore their inner worlds.

With a focus on attachment theory, inner child healing, parts work, mindfulness, and somatic techniques, Nicolette brings a holistic and integrative approach to counseling, rooted in the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and soul. Emphasizing the importance of nervous system regulation, she recognizes that feeling safe in our bodies is essential for creating a sense of safety in the world around us.

Working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, complex trauma, abandonment, grief, and relational and familial issues, Nicolette’s goal is to empower her clients to feel in control and grounded in their lives. She believes that by compassionately exploring our past, we can initiate healing in the present and make lasting changes for the future.

Nicolette’s counseling style is warm, down to earth, and realistic - while she can’t promise that the path to healing will be easy, she promises to walk with you side by side and find the pieces of light along the way.

Nicolette is currently completing her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at St. Bonaventure University and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Quinnipiac University. She loves a good beach day, quality cup of coffee, long walks and workouts, and hanging out with her pup, Pretzel.

Lane Rogers, Advanced Clinical Fellow
Staff Therapist
Pronouns: she/her

Lane is inspired by the human capacity for growth, healing and change at all stages of life. She knows it can be easy to feel stuck in patterns that leave you feeling frustrated and disempowered. Therapy is a powerful tool for individuals to reconnect with themselves and become “unstuck.”

Lane takes a psychodynamic and experiential approach to counseling, where she partners with clients to explore their inner world and how past experiences may be shaping current challenges. Lane believes in the power of humor, spontaneity and an authentic collaborative relationship between therapist and client as tools to foster healing. She is passionate about creating a safe and non-judgmental environment for clients to explore all parts of themselves and to develop self-compassion and a deeper understanding of self.

Lane is currently completing her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University, and she holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan. Lane also has extensive experience working in various corporate Human Resources roles and uses this experience to inform her work supporting individuals navigating burnout, anxiety, career transitions and demanding professional environments. Lane's other areas of interest include life transitions, dating, relationship & intimacy issues, trauma and body image. 

In her free time, Lane enjoys trying new restaurants with friends, live music and playing tennis. Lane looks forward to hearing from you and embarking on this courageous journey together.

Kimmy Wu, MHC, MA
Staff Therapist
Pronouns: she/her

Kimmy is a passionate Taiwanese-American psychotherapist and mental health advocate who provides trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and sex and kink-affirming therapy services. She approaches therapy with an intersectional and psychodynamic framework to help individuals and couples from all walks of life navigate life transitions and face challenges related to self-worth, perfectionism, identity, shame, sexuality, career, relationships, and overall well-being. 

Kimmy believes that the foundation for effective therapy is a brave space that embodies curiosity, safety, compassion, empathy, accountability, and, most importantly, hope. While she acknowledges that therapy isn’t going to be comfortable at all times, she meets her clients’ discomfort with a nuanced balance of mindfulness and comradery. 

Kimmy received her M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University. She previously held a career in corporate marketing, hospitality, and nonprofit work. As an immigrant and career changer, her life journey of shifts and pivots informs her belief in humans’ capacity for change and growth—which plays a significant role in her belief in your potential and resilience. 

If you are seeking a therapeutic partner to foster deeper explorations of your life experiences, reach out to Kimmy today! 

Lydia Bell, MHC, MA
Staff Therapist
Pronouns: she/her

Lydia is a warm and engaged therapist with a background in art and dance. She believes in a process-oriented approach to therapy, in which therapist and client collaborate to uncover unconscious patterns and motivations. Whether you are anxious, depressed, struggling with a life transition, or just trying out therapy, Lydia will provide an open space for shared curiosity. 

Lydia works from a psychodynamic perspective, incorporating childhood experiences, relational dynamics, dreams, cultural/social factors, and any other material the client brings into the room. She has a personal interest in seeing people from creative backgrounds, new parents, and clients navigating intersectional identities and/or relationships. Lydia has immediate availability for sessions with adults and couples. 

Lydia received her Masters in Mental Counseling from Brooklyn College and completed her clinical internship at the Training Institute for Mental Health, a psychoanalytic institute. She is from the Pacific Northwest originally and has made Brooklyn her home for the past 15 years. 

Joyce Quitasol, MHC, MA
Staff Therapist
pronouns: she/her

Joyce believes in the transformative power of safe, supportive relationships. She brings warmth and curiosity into the therapeutic space to co-create a client-centered experience that fosters opportunities for growth and change. 

Joyce is devoted to providing a down to earth, non-judgmental space to foster self-acceptance and honor an individual’s protective defenses. As with all her meaningful relationships, she prioritizes open communication and empathy with her clients. She will hold the space for them to place their pain, joy, anger, laughter, confusion, and tears with respect for each person’s emotional process. She uses a personalized, holistic approach to understand and guide each client towards building new skills to make mindful choices that feel right for them.

She has worked with clients in managing anxiety, depression, mid-life transitions, male identity, and LGBTQ+ identity. Joyce has a personal interest in issues relating to intergenerational conflict, parenthood, divorce, and relational struggles. She takes her time to understand her clients from a multicultural perspective, exploring factors such as racial/ethnic expectations, gender roles, and early childhood relationships as they ponder, “Who is my authentic self?” and “How do I want to show up in future relationships?”

Joyce holds a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biopsychology from Vassar College. She is a native New Yorker who enjoys the small town/big city life of her Brooklyn neighborhood. In her free time Joyce hones her ceramics skills, dances to 80’s music, and takes every opportunity to try new bakeries with her family.

Eileen Chiu, LMHC, MA, EdM
Staff Therapist
Clinical Supervisor
pronouns: she/her

Eileen is passionate about practicing and encouraging self-expression and self-kindness. She believes that people do not necessarily need to walk in the exact same shoes to practice and experience empathy and compassion. Eileen is bilingual, and has an international and multicultural background, which has cultivated her curiosity and ability to adapt to new diverse perspectives and concepts. She believes in second chances and in providing a safe, collaborative and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their capacity for recovery and healing. Eileen strives to help clients transform experiences that may feel bad into powerful triggers for growth. Eileen is passionate about helping clients find their voice and intentionality, and create more moments of meaningfulness in their lives. She also believes that it is natural to experience some resistance along the therapeutic journey. Eileen views this is an opportunity for her and the client to build the tools together to navigate this difficult space in a nurturing and empowering way.

Eileen has extensive experience working in different settings and with adults, couples, and families from all walks of life. Eileen has a professional investment in, among them, clients going through significant life changes; healing with trauma, pain and grief; building healthy lifestyles; developing racial and cultural identity; processing and improving relationship and intimacy issues; and recovery with increased self-esteem / self-confidence.

Eileen holds an Ed.M. in Mental Health Counseling and an M.A. in Psychological Counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University. Eileen’s hobbies includes being on her musical instruments, talking to her two fur babies, swimming, and exploring a new waterfall!

Lily Boyar, MA, MHC
Staff Therapist
pronouns: she/her

Lily strongly believes in the benefit and impact of therapy, but she knows that beginning the process can sometimes feel intimidating. She is best known for her ability to connect and build rapport with clients quickly and provide relief and understanding. She helps clients separate their symptoms from their sense of identity and self worth. Lily is skilled at identifying patterns, translating complex information into simple truths, and getting to the heart of the matter. 

Lily is warm and relational, direct, curious, and uses humor and metaphor with clients. She is passionate about helping people feel seen, illuminating their strengths and empowering them to develop solutions to the challenges they face in their lives. She approaches therapy collaboratively and tailors her approach to each individual. Lily is comfortable with a variety of client concerns but she is especially interested in helping couples communicate more intentionally, guiding men in exploring healthy expressions of masculinity, supporting individuals in exploring and developing their unique identity from their community, and helping people cope with life transitions and heal from past trauma. 

As a therapist, Lily believes much of the way we have internalized the world and our beliefs about ourselves stem from early childhood experiences, attachment patterns, as well as socialized and societal factors. She balances uncovering the past with understanding what is here and now, and discussing cultural considerations. She believes therapy can be a catalyst for change, and that the relationship between therapist and client can be healing and transformative. Lily is committed to a social justice approach and providing culturally informed, non-oppressive therapy.

Lily is originally from the San Francisco Bay Area. She received her undergraduate degree from Northeastern University in Boston before beginning her career in Recruiting. She later went on to pursue a Masters in Counseling Psychology from The Wright Institute in Berkeley, California. When she isn’t working, Lily enjoys learning about other cultures, hosting her family and friends for a home cooked meal, and exploring comedy, film, food and art in the city.

Katarina Williams, MHC, MA
Staff Therapist
pronouns: she/her

Kat creates a safe space for self-discovery, healing, and growth, guiding you to connect with your true self, explore your inner world, and understand your relationships. She specializes in body image, perfectionism, anxiety, codependency, and relationships helping you find your voice, coexist with uncertainty, build healthy boundaries, and cultivate self-compassion. Through transformative work, Kat empowers you to live authentically and experience fulfilling relationships, most importantly the one you have with yourself. She also helps couples cultivate greater emotional intimacy to build secure partnerships.

Kat brings a passionate and collaborative stance to therapy, believing the answers you have been searching for externally lie within you. She gently challenges limiting beliefs and encourages healthier communication, while ensuring your full acceptance and autonomy. Her hope is that you can rediscover your intuition and make choices for a truly aligned life. Her work is grounded in psychodynamic, emotion-focused, and mind-body approaches.

Kat holds a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairfield University and is trained in Jungian Sand Tray levels 1-3. Her previous background is in corporate Human Resources as well as experience working with teens in eating disorder recovery. Outside of her work, she enjoys exploring the city’s cozy cafes or rewatching her favorite romantic comedy with a cup of tea.

Adrian Acevedo, MHC, MA
Staff Therapist
pronouns: she/her

Come in, get comfortable—you are welcome here! Adrian’s primary aim in working with you is to create a warm and collaborative space where you’re invited to come as you are. Together, you will explore your values and the characteristics of your authentic self, and consider how you can bring these more fully into all areas of your life. Adrian utilizes a relational approach to therapy that is both compassionate and challenging. This means she deeply values the connection between you, and will also help push you at times to see patterns that limit your thriving, impact your relationships, and keep you from being fully present and engaged in your life. Adrian’s therapeutic style will help you explore your past history and relationships as you seek to identify core beliefs that influence your sense of self and how you move through the world. Together, you will also work to build emotional awareness and regulation skills, engaging with difficult emotions while grounding yourself in the present using mindfulness practices. 

Adrian specializes in counseling individuals from diverse backgrounds who struggle with anxiety, negative self-image, and difficult life transitions. She enjoys working with clients to explore personal identity and complex family of origin and relationship issues, and helps them pursue healthier ways of being. She also has extensive experience working with New York City youth and enjoys supporting adolescent clients as they navigate the unique challenges of their life stage. Adrian is dedicated to providing antiracist and culturally affirming therapy to all clients, recognizing the many strengths to be found in positive cultural identity, as well as the impacts of oppression and marginalization on clients’ life experiences. 

Beginning therapy can feel overwhelming—Adrian will be here to partner with you every step of the way. She seeks to embody the values of hospitality, humility, curiosity, and acceptance for every person she has the privilege of getting to know in this space. Adrian has always been passionate and curious about people—how they become the way they are, how they relate to one another, and how they change. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Delaware, where she received her B.A. in Interpersonal Communication as well as a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. After returning home to New York City, she completed her Masters in Mental Health Counseling at Hunter College. She is excited to continue providing therapy to new and longtime New Yorkers from all walks of life. In her spare time, Adrian loves spending time outside, cooking for her friends and loved ones, arranging flowers, and enjoying time at home with her husband and their fluffy cat, Beso.

Ilana Pilcz, MHC, MA
Staff Therapist
pronouns: she/her

Connection is the essence of a meaningful life - connection with self and connection with others. Ilana works collaboratively, from a place of grounded openness and non-judgment, to help you understand yourself better. This will allow you to connect deeply, create positive change, find balance, and step into your most authentic you.  No one gets through this beautifully complicated life unscathed. Ilana is passionate about helping you develop resilience, self-acceptance, and self-awareness as we explore your past, help you live in your present, and maximize your future.  

Through her MA in Counseling at Northwestern University, Ilana has a theoretical foundation in psychodynamic theory and integrates a strong focus on attachment with a particular interest in mindfulness. As a relational therapist, she believes that the process of therapy must be customized to fit the unique needs of each person and that the trust, safety, and connection built through the therapeutic relationship is central to any goal. An ally to all, she strives to approach each client with cultural humility, curiosity, and multicultural awareness.

Through her undergraduate degree in music from Berklee College of Music and a decade of performing experience, she has acquired an active and creative approach. Ilana has worked extensively as a professional organizer, collaborating closely with individuals, couples, and families to help them streamline their space, consciously let go of what was not serving them, and realize their potential. This rich and varied background gives her a unique creative lens, a depth of empathy, and a finely tuned ability to intuitively understand others.

 Ilana sees adults, couples and individuals, at Intuitive Healing Psychotherapy Practice. She has completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and has found a niche in couples work. Ilana believes in integrating an eclectic blend of healing tools and has completed Sandplay Training levels 1-3.

Alex Mammadyarov, LMHC, MA, EdM
Clinical Supervisor
pronouns: she/her

Alex Mammadyarov is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in private practice and a graduate of Teachers College, Columbia University. Working from a psychodynamic and relational perspective, Alex companions individuals as they uncover the deep layers of the past and forge a clearing toward more authentic and fulfilling lives. Alex maintains her own practice while continuing to provide supervision at Intuitive Healing - her professional home of nearly three years. Alex believes that everything we need is already inside of us. She is passionate about helping clinicians connect to their unique and intuitive voices in the room. Alex’s primary specialty is loss and grief and she is currently writing her first book on the subject.