Need a Psychomotor Therapist in New York? We Can Help You Feel Better, Right Here.
Have you ever felt like your body and mind are just not talking to each other? Maybe you feel clumsy, or focusing is super hard. We get it. Here in New York, life moves fast. Sometimes, you need a little help to catch up and feel balanced. You need a great therapist in New York.
We are a trusted Psychologist practice right here in the New York area. People in places like the Upper West Side, Greenwich Village, and even out in Queens come to us. They need real help for real problems. We believe in helping the whole person—mind and body together. That’s what a Psychomotor Therapist does. We help you connect your movement, feelings, and thoughts to make life smoother.
Our goal is simple: to be the people New York turns to when they ask, “Who’s the best Psychomotor Therapist near me?” We don’t just offer services; we offer a fresh start. We want to help you find the right path to feeling better.
A Trusted Mental Health Clinic in New York for Whole-Person Care
Choosing the right Mental Health Clinic in New York can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re already stressed or worried about yourself or your child. Our clinic is designed to feel calm, welcoming, and supportive—not clinical or rushed. From the moment you reach out, our focus is on listening, understanding, and guiding you toward the right care. We serve individuals and families across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and beyond, offering both in-person and telehealth options.
As a full-service mental health clinic, we bring together psychologists, psychomotor therapists, psychotherapists, psychiatrists, and psychosocial providers under one roof. This team-based approach means your care is coordinated and thoughtful, whether you need movement-based therapy, testing, talk therapy, or medication support. We believe mental health care works best when the mind and body are treated together, and when you feel known—not rushed—by the people helping you. Our clinic exists to make high-quality mental health care accessible, human, and effective for New Yorkers at every stage of life.
Psychomotor Therapist: Helping Your Mind and Body Connect
What do I do if I can’t sit still or feel like my body is doing its own thing? This is a question we hear a lot, especially from parents in Brooklyn and the Bronx. They worry about their kids, and sometimes even themselves! Finding a therapist who understands this link between movement and emotion is key.
A Psychomotor Therapist looks at how your body moves and how you think and feel. If you have trouble with balance, coordination, or just feeling “off,” it could be a psychomotor issue. This therapist uses activities, exercises, and special games to help fix these links. It’s not just physical work; it’s about helping the mind and body work as a team. This approach is super helpful for Developmental Delays or if you have Behavior Problems that seem linked to movement. If you’re looking to find the best sensorimotor approach for a child, this is a great place to start.
For example, a child struggling in school may not just have a Learning Disability; they might also have small problems with fine motor skills that make writing hard. A Psychomotor Therapist helps with both. We see how the stress of New York life—the noise, the crowds—can mess with anyone’s balance. We help you find your footing again. We are a team of therapists and psychologists ready to support you.
Sensorimotor and Somatic Approaches: Listening to the Body
Sometimes, our bodies hold onto stress and old hurts, even when we try to talk about them. This is where somatic work comes in.
We offer Sensorimotor Therapy because we know that true healing needs a mind-body connection. This is a special type of psychotherapy that focuses on how trauma or stress shows up in your body, not just your head. We are trained in sensorimotor techniques to help you gently release these stored tensions. If you’ve heard about sensorimotor psychotherapy, you know how powerful it can be. Our somatic therapist is here to guide you. This somatic therapy helps you attune to your body’s signals, which is a great skill for managing daily stress.
Our Services
Neuropsychological Testing: Figuring Out How Your Brain Works
Sometimes, you need to know exactly what’s going on inside your head. People often ask, “Why can’t I remember things like I used to?” or “Is this more than just stress?”
That’s where Neuropsychological Testing comes in. It’s like a really detailed check-up for your brain. We look at things like memory, problem-solving, attention, and how fast your brain processes information. This testing is important because it gives us a clear map. This map helps us plan the very best way to help you or your child. We use this testing to understand things like Memory Issues or after a bad head injury. It helps us see the full picture. Our psychologist uses this information to build a plan for your individual needs.
Psychological and Psychiatric Testing: Getting Clear Answers
When things feel overwhelming, it’s easy to feel lost. Maybe you feel sad all the time, or worry keeps you up at night.
We use Psychological and Psychiatric Testing to figure out what kind of help you really need. This testing looks at your feelings, behaviors, and personality. It helps us see if the problem is Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, or something else. Our practice helps many people in Manhattan get a proper diagnosis. Knowing the name of the problem is the first big step to feeling better. We make sure the testing is done right and the results are easy to understand. As a group of therapists and psychologists in New York, we are dedicated to clear results.
TESTING FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN
Customized Neuropsychological Evaluations and Assessments
At Comprehend the Mind, we tailor evaluations and assessments to the specific needs of our patients. Once testing is completed, rather than providing a simple statement of our findings, our team provides detailed reporting and actionable recommendations.
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Psycho-Educational Testing: Help for School Problems
It’s tough when a child is smart but struggles in school. Parents often call us from places like Staten Island wondering, “Why is homework a fight every night?”
Psycho-Educational Testing is key for understanding school challenges. This testing checks things like reading, writing, and math skills alongside learning style and intellectual ability. It’s how we can spot a Learning Disability or figure out the best ways a school can help your child. This testing often goes hand-in-hand with services for ADD and ADHD or when there are Speech / Language Delays and Problems. We give you and the school clear steps to make learning easier and more fun. This work is part of our commitment to excellent mental health care.
Autism Testing: Understanding Your Child’s World
If you think your child sees the world a little differently, Autism Testing can provide real answers. Early testing and understanding are so important.
We provide thorough Autism Testing for families across New York. This helps us know if your child has Autism. This is not about finding something wrong; it’s about understanding how your child learns, communicates, and interacts. A clear diagnosis opens the door to specialized help, like working with a Psychomotor therapist or a Psychosocial therapist, who can make a huge difference in their daily life and happiness.
Therapy for Healing: More Than Just Talking
Healing from stress and trauma is a journey. Our team of therapists and a licensed psychotherapist offers many different ways to walk that path.
We use an approach to therapy that is flexible. For some, psychodynamic work helps, looking back at past relationships and patterns. Our psychodynamic therapy helps you see how yesterday affects today. Other times, something more practical is better, like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
- Trauma Therapy: We are a trauma-informed practice. This means we treat every person with care, knowing that many people have difficult lived experience. We offer EMDR and other focused methods for trauma healing.
- CBT: This is great for managing thoughts and feelings right now. If you have depression or anxiety, CBT can help you change negative thinking loops fast.
- Psychotherapy: Our main goal is good psychotherapy. We believe that for therapy to be effective, it needs a strong therapeutic relationship between you and your therapist.
- Relational Approach: We focus on how you connect with others, and how you connect with yourself.
- AEDP: We have therapists trained in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), which focuses on emotional processing and transformation.
- Talk Therapy: Sometimes you just need good, old-fashioned talk therapy where you can share without being judged.
We offer therapy for adults, and we also work with adults who are facing major life transitions like moving, job changes, or loss. Our team of therapists offers different kinds of support, including group therapy.
Family and Couples Support in the City
The fast pace of New York can put a strain on relationships. We are here for you, whether you come alone or with loved ones. We offer services for individuals and couples.
- Family Therapy: When the whole family is struggling, family therapy can help everyone communicate better and learn to build resilience together.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy: This is a top-rated psychotherapy for couples and families. It helps people understand the deep, unmet emotional needs that cause fighting. Our marriage and family therapist can guide you through this process.
We understand that seeking help can feel like a major life transition. We are here to support you through all of your health challenges.
Helping with Common Problems in New York
The pressure of living in New York City can bring out lots of tough feelings. Dealing with ADD and ADHD in a crowded, noisy city is hard. Trying to raise a child with Autism here takes a lot of support. We get it.
We offer real support for:
- ADD and ADHD: Helping kids and adults focus better and manage their energy. We can teach great coping skills.
- Autism: Providing support, testing, and therapies to help people thrive.
- Learning Disability: Finding ways to learn that match how your brain works best.
- Depression: Giving you tools to lift the sadness and find joy again.
- Anxiety: Helping you calm the worry and feel safe in your own skin.
- Bipolar Disorder: Working with you to manage mood swings and live a stable life.
- Developmental Delays: Catching kids up so they can meet their milestones.
- Speech / Language Delays and Problem: Working with speech problems that often link to psychomotor or developmental issues.
- Behavior Problems: Understanding why the tough behavior is happening and fixing the root cause.
- Memory Issues: Helping you understand and cope with a forgetful mind.
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Giving a safe place to heal from past hurt. Many people who work near Ground Zero or in high-stress Midtown jobs deal with this. We use a trauma informed approach to psychotherapy.
More Ways We Help You Feel Great
We don’t stop with just testing and one type of therapy. We have a full team to help you. Many of our therapists are LCSW or LMHC (Licensed Clinical Psychology or Mental Health Counselors). We also have LMSW professionals who offer support.
- Psychosocial therapist: This therapist helps you with your social life and how you deal with the world around you. They are great for people dealing with Anxiety or Behavior Problems.
- Psychiatrist: Sometimes, medicine is needed to help balance things like Depression or Bipolar Disorder. Our Psychiatrist can help decide if this is the right step for you.
- Psychotherapist: This is a talk therapist. They help you work through feelings, old hurts, and current problems. They are a safe person to talk to about things like PTSD. We are proud to be a mental health professional resource in the city.
- Mental health service: This is the big umbrella. Everything we do—from testing to therapy to seeing a Psychomotor Therapist—falls under providing excellent Mental health service for our New York community. If you are LGBTQ, we are a welcoming and supportive practice.
We are experts, but we talk like real people. We know the challenge of getting around New York—maybe you take the Ferry every day or brave the Subway at rush hour. We want your visit to us to be the easiest part of your week. You might have found us searching on Psychology Today, or maybe through a friend. We offer mental health support you can count on.
Our Expertise in Body-Based Healing
Our psychologists in New York specialize in methods that recognize the deep connection between the mind and body. This body-based focus sets us apart. We believe that true healing for life transitions often requires more than just talking.
For example, our somatic experiencing work is gentle but powerful. It helps the body complete the natural process of releasing trauma energy that got stuck. This can be transformative for those who haven’t found relief with just traditional psychotherapy. We also sometimes use arts therapy as another way to process feelings when words aren’t enough. Our therapist team draws from many forms of counseling psychology to ensure you get the best fit.
We can help with all kinds of life transitions, big and small. The best part is seeing you build resilience and feel strong again.
Ready to see what a difference a great Psychomotor Therapist in New York can make? Would you like to check our availability for an initial consultation?
Dr. Sanam Hafeez
ABOUT US
We’re Known for Making a Difference
Comprehend the Mind founder Dr. Sanam Hafeez works hand in hand with our team of skilled clinicians and staff in our Forest Hills, Queens office. An esteemed authority in her field, Dr. Hafeez is frequently called upon by national media outlets to provide insight and analysis in the fields of neuropsychology, neurodiversity, and emerging issues in mental health.
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