— About Us—
Who We Are ?
Stephanie Simon, PsyD
Founder & Director | Flatiron + Virtual in NY, NJ & CT
Attachment-Focused Therapy
I’m deeply invested in this work because meaningful change happens through honest conversation, reflection, and an authentic relationship. I bring clinical expertise into the therapy room, along with curiosity, openness, and lived experience. I’ve been in therapy myself, so I understand what it takes to sit in the patient chair and do the work — emotionally, practically, and over time.
I see therapy as a collaborative space where insight and action meet. My role is to offer a thoughtful, grounded perspective while helping you make sense of your own patterns, emotions, and experiences in a way that feels empowering rather than overwhelming.
My Approach
While relief from distress matters, therapy is about more than just symptom management. It’s about strengthening your ability to understand yourself, respond flexibly to challenges, and feel more connected — to your emotions, your values, and your relationships.
Many people come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns that were once adaptive but no longer serve them. Together, we slow things down and look at these patterns with curiosity rather than judgment, creating space for clarity and meaningful change.
My work focuses on helping you relate differently to difficult thoughts, emotions, and experiences — not by pushing them away, but by building the capacity to engage with them skillfully. Therapy isn’t about eliminating discomfort; it’s about developing resilience, confidence, and choice in how you move through it.
Some patients appreciate structure, tools, and clear strategies; others need room to reflect and explore more deeply. Most benefit from a thoughtful blend of both. We’ll shape the work together based on what’s most supportive for you and where you want to go.
Therapeutic Modalities
I draw from a range of modalities and tailor treatment to each patient’s needs, including:
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (Object Relations)
Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals and Couples (EFCT)
Gottman Method for Couples
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
My style is collaborative, flexible, and intentional — whether you’re working through past experiences, navigating current challenges, or exploring new directions in your life. Some sessions focus on insight, others on skills or integration; all are guided by your goals and pace.
Professional Experience
As a doctoral-level clinician, I bring over ten years of clinical experience working with individuals and couples experiencing internal and interpersonal distress. My training at Stanford, the VA medical system, a community mental health clinic serving asylum seekers and refugees, a perinatal mental health clinic, and in private practice has shaped an approach that balances scientific rigor with warmth, depth, and adaptability.
Prior to transitioning to private practice, I served as a clinical psychologist at The Motherhood Center of NY in their Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) where I worked with birthing parents and their partners through emotional challenges during pregnancy and postpartum. There, I honed my clinical training and specialization in perinatal mental health.
Therapy doesn’t require having everything figured out — it simply requires a willingness to begin.
SPECIALTIES
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs)
Miscarriage/loss
Birth trauma
Infertility
NICU families
Infidelity/Attachment trauma
Couples, family & relationship conflict (LGBTQIA+ inclusive)
Consensual non-monogamy
Co-parenting through divorce
Attachment parenting
Trauma/Complex PTSD
EDUCATION
PAU-Stanford PsyD Consortium
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
Pepperdine University
MA in Psychology
University of Wisconsin-Madison
BA in Spanish
BA in Latin American, Caribbean & Iberian Studies
EXPERIENCE
International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)
Externship & Core Skills Trainings in EFT for Couples
The Gottman Institute
Gottman Level 1
Object Relations Institute
Advanced Studies in Object Relations Theory & Clinical Technique
The Motherhood Center of New York
Clinical Psychologist
Pace University
Clinical Supervisor
Postdoctoral Fellowship
The Motherhood Center of New York
Pre-Doctoral Internship
VA Sepuleveda
CLINICAL RESEARCH
Please note:
We are mostly an out-of-network/private pay practice. (Dr. Simon accepts UMR Top Tier). Many insurance plans provide partial reimbursement for out-of-network mental health services. Please contact your insurance company directly to verify your out of network benefits/coverage.
If you have any questions about our practice prior to booking a free phone consultation, please use the space below:
Zhaoyi Chen, PsyD, MA
Flatiron + Virtual in NY, NJ & FL
Life is full of surprises, some joyful, some deeply painful, and sometimes it’s a bit of everything. You may feel overwhelmed by life’s demands, such as work, studies, or family responsibilities; you may feel stuck in repeating patterns or relationships; or it has been a struggle to acknowledge what you truly long for.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I provide psychotherapy in English and Mandarin Chinese. I’m committed to working alongside my clients on this courageous and vulnerable journey of psychotherapy. Together, we’ll work to reconnect with your inner wisdom and authentic self, and empower you to create meaningful changes. With curiosity and empathy, we’ll explore the deeper connections between your current struggles and the needs that lie beneath them.
My therapeutic style is compassionate, interactive, and direct. I listen with openness and without judgment, helping clients not only make sense of their experiences but also develop practical tools to ease emotional distress and foster lasting growth.
SPECIALTIES
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs)
Women’s health
Relationship and family conflict
Asian/BIPOC Mental Health (Mandarin speaking)
Immigration / diaspora experience
Family obligation & filial piety
Intergenerational conflict
Shame, silence, saving face
Bicultural identity / code-switching
Therapy that respects parents and the patient
First-generation or second-generation identity
Psycho-oncology/Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy
Sexual trauma
Developmental/relational trauma
Substance use/Addiction
Credentials
International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy
Externship Training in EFT for Couples
EDUCATION
Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
New York University
Master of Arts in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness
Grinnell College
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Concentration in Global Development Studies
Training
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Elmhurst Hospital
Pre-Doctoral Internship
Jacobi Hospital
Emma Shimony, PsyD, MPH
Flatiron + Virtual in NY & NJ
My goal is to create a warm, collaborative space where clients can build resilience and self-confidence as they navigate life’s challenges. My therapeutic approach is integrative, utilizing Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to meet each client’s unique needs.
With a focus on empowerment, psychoeducation, and practical tools, I work with individuals and couples on a range of concerns. My clinical experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings includes work with Veterans, as well as training in psycho-oncology and community mental health, which informs my dedication to holistic and personalized care. I am committed to fostering an inclusive environment where clients feel validated, supported, and empowered to live in line with their goals and values
SPECIALTIES
- Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs)
- Couples, family and relationship distress
- Women’s mental health
- Obsessive and compulsive disorders
- Anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, panic disorder)
- Perfectionism
- Chronic illness
- Breast cancer/Psycho-oncology
- Emerging adults
- Life & relationship transitions (moving in together, graduations, getting engaged, having children, career changes)
Credentials
International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy
Externship Training in EFT for Couples
EDUCATION
Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Master of Public Health, Global Health Track
Bucknell University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Women’s & Gender Studies
Training
Postdoctoral Fellowships
City Lights Psychology
Silver Therapy Group
Pre-Doctoral Internship
VA New York Harbor Healthcare System, Brooklyn Campus
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