Clarity changes everything.

If you’re stuck in patterns you don’t want, feeling scared or worried, not feeling good about yourself, experiencing challenges in relationships or struggles with your kids, this is for you.

I work with people who are motivated to improve their lives, who want to take action and feel better. That might mean finding your footing in a relationship, moving out on your own, setting new goals, or simply feeling more like yourself again.

Life demands a lot: clarity in your thinking, steadiness in your relationships, and the ability to navigate change without losing yourself in the process. Therapy offers a place to think things through.

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About Mattanya

Person-centered therapy approach with training in CBT, DBT, EFT and Attachment Therapy

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I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC-D) in New York State, with decades of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I’ve worked with people navigating everything from intense personal crises to quiet but painful questions about identity, direction, and connection.

My background includes providing therapy at an inner city clinic, where I work with individuals facing homelessness, addiction, and trauma—including ex-military and others who carry heavy stories. I also work in community therapy centers, offering support for the everyday challenges that arise in healthy families.

With more than 20 years of experience in educational settings, I also work with children and their parents to create safe, structured, and emotionally supportive environments for growth.

In therapy, I create a space where you feel seen, supported, and ready to make change. Whether you’re navigating a big transition, working through complicated emotions, or trying to improve your relationships, I’m here to help you think more clearly, feel more confident, and live a more fulfilling life.

Core Values

  • Being seen, with care and sensitivity

  • Focus on strengths and positivity

  • Structure and strategy

  • Strictly confidential

Services

  • Supporting individuals dealing with:

    • Anxiety and panic attacks

    • Self esteem and depression

    • OCD, impulsive behaviors and addictions

    • Struggles with identity and direction

    • Relationship challenges

    • Facing life transitions, such as moving out of your parents’ home, starting a job, building independence, and other life changes

  • Are you dealing with pain or disappointment in your relationship? Get support with:

    • Improving communication and connection

    • Managing stress around transitions (marriage, parenting, etc.)

    • Expanding the skills to listen and be heard

    • Understanding yourself and your partner better

    • Making space to figure out what you want in the relationship

  • Supporting parent-child relationships with:

    • Sessions that involve both parents and children

    • Tools for emotional regulation and building connection

    • Helping children feel safer by helping parents feel more confident

    • Emotional development through playful, attuned interactions

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FAQs

Do you offer in-person sessions?
Yes. In-person sessions are available in Brooklyn, New York.

Do you offer remote sessions?
Yes. Although in-person are recommended, I do offer sessions via secure video, which allows for flexibility and convenience while maintaining privacy and connection.

Do you work with children?
Yes, in the context of parent-child sessions. The most effective therapy for children usually includes active involvement and support from parents.

What’s the fee?
$250 per 45-minute session.

What if I’m not sure if therapy is right for me?
Reach out. Many people feel uncertain before they start. We’ll have a 15-20 minute initial consultation (at no charge) to explore what you’re looking for and whether it’s a good fit.

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A Note About Therapy

Therapy isn’t just about talking.

People come to therapy feeling:

  • Stuck or discouraged

  • Lost in their relationships or unsure how to move forward

  • Tired of their own patterns

  • Overwhelmed, frustrated, lonely or afraid

Over time, they start to:

  • Understand themselves more clearly

  • Make meaningful changes in their behavior and relationships

  • Communicate more openly and effectively

  • Feel more confident, connected, and capable

I’ll meet you where you are—whether you need space to talk things through, or a sounding board to help you think through next steps. You’ll get both support and challenge.

Progress, in Their Words

  • “On paper, everything in my life looked fine. I was working, social, doing all the things…but inside, I was constantly anxious. My mind wouldn't stop racing, and I always felt like I was failing at something. Therapy with Mattanya helped me understand what was happening, and more importantly, gave me tools to stop spiraling. I can breathe again.”

  • "I never thought I’d be the type of person who needed therapy. I was getting through the day, doing what needed to be done, but I felt numb and disconnected from everything. Working with Mattanya helped me name that for what it was. He didn’t try to fix me. He helped me find clarity, notice what was still working, and slowly reconnect with myself. I feel more like a person again."

  • "Thank you from the bottom of our hearts (all three of us) for your dedication, care, and understanding. Every parent wishes that there should be someone in their child's day who is really interested in him! I feel blessed that [name omitted] has you in yeshiva!"

  • "Working with Mattanya gave me the clarity I didn’t realize I was missing. I came in feeling overwhelmed and stuck, like I was on autopilot and constantly second-guessing myself. Week by week, he helped me slow down, think things through, and actually start making decisions I could trust. He never pushed but he also never let me stay in a rut. I finally feel like I’m steering my own life."

  • "Dear Mattanya, I really enjoyed our sessions together and I hope to continue next year, or in the summer, or both. I learned how to deal with home-missing, how to play badminton, and I enjoyed playing with you—soccer, badminton, basketball, horse. I also liked the times we just stayed downstairs and talked, painted or drew, or played balloon bowling and bubble volleyball. Thank you so much!"

  • "My wife and I used to fight constantly, just avoid talking altogether. Mattanya helped us understand not just what we were fighting about, but why. He created a space where we both felt heard, but also challenged us to grow. We’re communicating better, reconnecting more often, and actually laughing together again."

  • "Dear Mattanya, we enjoy our son's enthusiasm and joy every time he gets to spend time with you. We already see such a positive change in his attitude. Thank you."

  • "I came to Mattanya when I was at my wits’ end with my child’s behavior. I thought he would just fix the problem but instead he helped me show up differently as a parent. The shift was subtle but powerful. Our home feels calmer, my child feels safer, and I know how to support my kid without losing myself."

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