Psychotherapists
Kristina Wong, PsyD
Clinical Director
Psychologist, NY & CT
Areas of Clinical Focus: Dr. Wong works with children, adolescents, emerging adults and adults, couples, and families. She specializes in anxiety, depression, ADHD, emotional regulation difficulties, life transitions, perinatal and postpartum support, parenting concerns, and relationship challenges. She also has expertise in parent coaching, the SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) program, and the Gottman method for couples counseling.
Therapeutic Approach: Dr. Wong centers her approach on compassion, curiosity, and authenticity. She believes there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to therapy and integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, and family systems perspectives to create personalized, evidence-based treatment that meets each client's unique needs.
Dr. Wong brings a culturally informed perspective to her clinical work, shaped by extensive travel and experiences living abroad. These experiences have deepened her appreciation for the ways culture, identity, family values, and lived experiences influence emotional well-being and relationships. She incorporates this awareness into her work, tailoring treatment to each client’s unique background, values, and needs.
Education and Training: Dr. Wong earned her undergraduate degree with National Honors in Psychology from Boston University before completing her Master's and Doctorate in School-Clinical Psychology at Pace University. During her training, she completed clinical internships at Four Winds Hospital, Aaron School, Mount Sinai, and Maimonides Hospital. She currently serves as a Clinical Supervisor for doctoral-level students at Pace University and Fordham University.
Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Wong enjoys spending time with her husband and children, sharing experiences, learning together, and staying curious about the world around them. She also enjoys keeping her mind and body active through yoga, skiing and snowboarding, tennis, and traveling.
Learn more about Dr. Wong here: Psychology Today | Linkedin
Jeremy Thies, PsyD
Psychologist, NY & CT
Angela Cho, PsyD
Limited Permit Psychologist, NY
Victor DeBianchi, LMSW
Areas of Clinical Focus: Dr. Thies works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. He has particular expertise in working with high-conflict couples, blended families, and families seeking to strengthen communication and connection. A significant focus of his work is supporting men through fatherhood, identity, self-worth, and relationship roles, helping them navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and purpose. Dr. Thies also has clinical interests in addiction counseling and sports performance anxiety for adolescents and adults.
Therapeutic Approach: Dr. Thies takes a collaborative, evidence-based approach to therapy, recognizing that every individual, couple, and family has unique strengths and challenges. He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, family systems therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based relapse prevention, and Gottman Method principles to help clients improve communication, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Education and Training: Dr. Thies earned his bachelor's degree in Psychology from Lehigh University before completing his Master’s and Doctorate in School-Clinical Psychology at Pace University. Dr. Thies completed internships at the Henry Ittleson Center, Maimonides Hospital, and alternative high school settings. He later completed a postdoctoral fellowship in relational psychotherapy through the National Institute for the Psychotherapies, along with advanced training in family and marital counseling.
When he's not working with clients, Dr. Thies enjoys staying active through sports, skiing, tennis, and spending time outdoors with his wife and children. He also values yoga and mindfulness as important practices for maintaining balance in his own life.
Learn more about Dr. Thies here: Psychology Today | Linkedin
Areas of Clinical Focus:
Dr. Cho provides psychological services to children, adolescents, and adults, with particular expertise in supporting ADHD, anxiety, and depression. She conducts comprehensive psychoeducational and psychological evaluations to better understand her client’s cognitive, academic, emotional, behavioral, and developmental functioning. Her clinical experience also includes particular knowledge of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process and special education services, allowing her to help families better understand their child’s learning needs and navigate school-based supports and recommendations.
Therapeutic Approach
Dr. Cho utilizes a person-centered and individualized approach to treatment, recognizing that each client’s experiences, developmental history, and strengths are unique. Her clinical work draws from both cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic principles to develop a deeper understanding of the emotional and relational patterns that may influence an individual’s current functioning. She works alongside her clients to foster greater self-awareness, develop effective coping strategies, and build upon existing strengths. Her goal is to help each individual feel understood and supported while developing the insight and skills necessary to navigate challenges and pursue meaningful growth.
Education and Training
Dr. Cho earned her Doctorate in School Psychology from Adelphi University. She completed her doctoral internship with the New York City Department of Education, where she worked as a school psychologist while simultaneously gaining clinical experience in two private practice settings. Her training in school psychology provided her with a strong foundation in psychological and psychoeducational assessment, intervention, and consultation, as well as a comprehensive understanding of child development and educational systems.
Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Cho enjoys cycling, exploring new coffee shops, and spending
time with her dog and family.
Psychotherapist, NY & NJ
Areas of Clinical Focus: Victor works with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief and bereavement, learning differences, and life transitions. He has specialized experience supporting LGBTQ+ adolescents and their families, helping them foster self-acceptance, strengthen relationships, and navigate identity with confidence and compassion.
Therapeutic Approach: Victor takes a warm, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to therapy, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and creative arts interventions. Drawing on both his clinical training and creative background, he helps clients develop practical coping skills, build emotional insight, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Education and Training: Victor earned his undergraduate degree in Film Production from New York University before receiving his Master of Social Work from NYU. He completed clinical training in both school settings and nonprofit organizations, where he gained experience supporting individuals with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges.
Outside of the office, Victor enjoys reading novels, going to the movies, and spending time with his partner and dog.
Jenna McCutchen, EdS
Psychotherapist, NY
Olivia Charytonowicz, MsEd
Psychology Intern, NY
Adi Globus, MSW
Social Work Intern, NY
Areas of Clinical Focus: Jenna works with children, adolescents, and parents. She specializes in individuals experiencing anxiety, ADHD and executive functioning (EF) challenges, school-related concerns, behavioral challenges, and social-emotional development. In addition to individual and parenting work, Jenna also provides Executive Functioning (EF) coaching, parent consultation, and educational consultation and advocacy for both public and private schools. Jenna also runs social skills groups and our Homework & Habits™ executive functioning groups to support efficient homework time.
Therapeutic Approach: Jenna utilizes evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help children develop healthy coping skills, strengthen emotional resilience, improve problem-solving abilities, and build confidence. Her collaborative, strengths-based approach equips children and families with practical strategies that can be applied both in and outside of therapy.
Education and Training: Jenna earned her undergraduate degree from Virginia Tech, where she participated in research focused on prosocial behavior and resilience in school-aged children, before completing her graduate training in School Psychology at Radford University. She has also trained educators and clinicians in crisis prevention, trauma-informed practices, and threat assessment. Jenna currently continues to develop social-emotional learning programs that support children across school and community settings.
Outside of her professional work, Jenna enjoys running with her run club, practicing yoga, and relaxing with a good beach read.
Areas of Clinical Focus: Olivia works with children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, emotional and behavioral dysregulation, social challenges, executive functioning (EF) difficulties, and neurodevelopmental differences, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and ADHD. Her clinical training in pediatric neuropsychology has also provided specialized experience supporting children with complex medical conditions and their families.
Therapeutic Approach: Olivia takes a strengths-based, developmentally informed approach to therapy, recognizing that every child's needs, abilities, and experiences are unique. She integrates evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and DBT-informed strategies, while partnering closely with caregivers to support meaningful, lasting growth.
Education and Training: Olivia earned her specialized master's degree in Preschool Child Psychology from Fordham University and is currently completing the 5th year of her Ph.D in School Psychology. Her doctoral research on parental stress and emotion regulation further informs her family-centered approach to treatment.
Outside of work, Olivia enjoys hiking, watching documentaries, and exploring new cuisines—especially spicy vegetarian dishes.
Areas of Clinical Focus: Adi works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and new mothers. She supports clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, emotional regulation difficulties, and executive functioning concerns. Adi also works with clients exploring identity and self-esteem to help better understand themselves, their relationships, and the patterns that influence their lives.
Therapeutic Approach: Adi takes a warm, relational, and insight-oriented approach to therapy, integrating psychodynamic and psychoanalytic perspectives with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Drawing on her experience in relationship research, executive functioning (EF) coaching, and diverse cultural experiences, she tailors treatment to each client's unique strengths, values, and goals.
Education and Training: Adi earned her undergraduate degree in Clinical Psychology from Leiden University in the Netherlands, where she also conducted research on the psychological foundations of romantic relationships. She is currently completing her Master of Social Work at New York University, where her training focuses on psychodynamic therapy, CBT, DBT, and gender and sexuality studies. Alongside her clinical training, Adi works as an executive functioning coach for children and young adults.
In her free time, Adi enjoys staying involved in the arts and spending as much time outdoors as possible.
Consultants
Sarah DeSoye, PsyD
Consulting Psychologist, NY & CT
Kara Weiss, MSEd
Educational Consultant &
Reading Specialist
Rebecca Ditkoff, MPH RD CDN
Registered Dietician
Jacqueline Penn, DO
Psychiatrist
Dr. Sarah DeSoye is a licensed clinical psychologist in New York and Connecticut and a certified school psychologist. She provides psychoeducational evaluations and psychotherapy for children, adolescents and their families in private practice and in the school setting. She also supervises professionals and graduate students in testing and assessments. Dr. DeSoye has extensive experience providing consultation to teachers and families regarding various learning disabilities including ADHD.
Dr. DeSoye holds a doctorate degree in school-clinical psychology, a masters degree in special education and completed her studies at Boston College and Pace University. She has worked at Mt. Sinai Hospital, Lincoln Hospital and in schools in Westchester, NY. In her free time Sarah enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, playing tennis and skiing.
Kara, a Certified Elementary, Special Education Teacher and Dyslexia Practitioner has been working in the school setting for the past 8 years. She holds a Masters of Science in Education with a speciality in learning and behavior disorders from CUNY Hunter College. Kara is also certified in the Wilson Reading Program and other multi-sensory programs that specifically work to target language based learning disabilities like dyslexia.
Kara is currently a special education teacher in Westchester, NY working with students with learning disabilities, executive functioning difficulties, ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Prior to working in Westchester, Kara taught 1-5th grade as well as served as the IEP compliance monitor in Fairfield, CT.
Kara also uses standardized assessments to help diagnose learning disabilities and evaluate students’ learning needs. Likewise, she helps families navigate the complexities of special education, including the IEP / 504 process, SRBI practices, current IEP’s, 504’s and overall compliance through parent consultation.
When not teaching, consulting or tutoring, Kara enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 year old daughter, Avery.
Rebecca is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor with over 10 years of experience. Rebecca is licensed in both New York and Connecticut and provides nutrition counseling to individuals in the Tri-state area. Rebecca specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating and digestive issues. Her nutrition philosophy is based on a mind-body approach, rooted in self-care, curiosity and behavior change. She is a proud anti-diet dietitian and utilizes a Health At Every Size® and Intuitive Eating framework. She works collaboratively with each of her clients to help them listen, learn and trust their body’s internal cues and become the expert of their own body, rather than rely on external diet rules. She believes everyone has a right to body respect and autonomy and also believes that food should be enjoyable. She loves sharing exciting and easy meal ideas to help her clients secure their own tools to fuel and satisfy their taste buds, body and mind. She is a native New Yorker and currently lives in Connecticut with her husband, toddler and dog. She enjoys experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, reading on her kindle, listening to podcasts, exploring NYC (as well as other cities) and checking out new local restaurants or cafes.
Dr. Penn is a double board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist, currently practicing and licensed in New York State. She is an attending child and adolescent psychiatrist/Clinical Assistant Professor at New York University Grossman School of Medicine and the Interim Medical Director of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Association for Children's Services. She completed her child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco. She was born and raised in New York City, where she also completed her medical education at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine and my adult psychiatry residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.
Her main areas of focus: anxiety disorders, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, ADHD, trauma, behavioral issues, relationships, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), separation anxiety, self-esteem, family, parenting, interpersonal dynamics, and school issues. If a client has psychosis, substance use, and/or an eating disorder, she can treat on a case-by-case basis.