Therapy is an opportunity, on a regularly scheduled basis, to express your fears and your frustrations freely, without judgment.

Having a therapist means you have someone to talk to about your worries, who is trained to listen to what you say, and also listen to what you are missing.

At Inside Psychotherapy, we work with you to challenge your most deeply held beliefs that may have served you at one point, but no longer do. We will help you reframe how think of your circumstances when necessary, and come up with solutions at a pace that feels comfortable for you. And we will do it with compassion, empathy, and often a little humor.

Need support? You’ve come to the right place.
Call us or message us or schedule online. Your choice!

An Eclectic Approach to Psychotherapy in NYC

We use a variety of modalities as we partner with you on your path to wellness.

We will partner with you on your path to healing.

Alena Gerst, LCSW, NYC psychotherapist

Change is hard work. Building a trusting relationship with your therapist is one of the most potent components of your personalized path to wellness.

If you’ve tried self-help books, listened to podcasts, or participated in webinars, classes, and retreats, but you are still struggling, you may benefit from individual psychotherapy.

Therapists at Inside Psychotherapy are warm, calm, and skilled. You will discover and develop tools to help you when you are feeling overwhelmed with the problems of life. And before you know it, you will feel better.

Get Started in 3 Easy Steps

Call, Email of schedule a fee consult online with Alena Gerst, LCSW

1. Reach Out

Message us, call us, or schedule an initial 20 minute consultation directly to our calendars.

Let's Chat

2. Let’s get to know each other

We will learn about your goals for therapy and answer your questions.

Begin Sessions

3. We’ll dive in together

Whether you’re meeting in person, online, or hybrid, your therapy journey begins!