MEET THE TEAM
Meet Our NYC Therapists
We’re humans first, therapists second. Our warm, engaged therapists offer support for anxiety, relationships, burnout, trauma, self-worth, and life transitions.
Not sure who feels right? We’ll personally match you based on your needs, personality, preferences, schedule, insurance, and budget.
OUR TEAM
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Mikayla Bogart, MFT-LP
Specialties: Relationships, attachment styles, cycle/hormone awareness, navigating transition, eating & body-image, perfectionism, self-worth, burnout, sex/intimacy, spirituality
Best for: Women, men and couples who are ready to understand the patterns keeping them stuck, commit to meaningful change, and create more fulfilling relationships, deeper self-trust, and a life that feels aligned with what they truly want.
Vibe: Warm, grounded, curious, collaborative, and honestMikayla begins seeing virtual clients in NYS on September 15th, with weekday and evening availability. Join her waitlist by scheduling a free consultation.
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Danielle Barish, LMSW
Specialties: Relationships, attachment, sex & intimacy, anxiety, self-worth, perfectionism, boundaries, identity, life transitions, body image, emotion regulation
Best for: Gen Z and Millennials who want to better understand their relationship patterns, communicate more openly, set healthier boundaries, and feel more connected to their partners, families, friends, and themselves.
Vibe: Warm, curious, collaborative, and real, with a mix of depth and humor
Danielle begins seeing virtual clients in NYS September 15th, with weekday and evening availability. Join her waitlist by scheduling a free consultation.
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ClaraGrace Pavelka, LMSW
Specialties: Anxiety, body image, disordered eating, perfectionism, self-worth, burnout, emotional regulation
Best for: College students, young adults, and women who want to understand the patterns keeping them stuck while developing healthier and more sustainable ways of coping.
Vibe: Gentle, warm, affirming, and practical
Availability: Evening availability
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Kate van der Merwe, LMSW
Specialties: Anxiety, body image, perfectionism, trauma, relationship dynamics, life transitions
Best for: College students and adults who are tired of performing, holding everything together, or struggling silently beneath the surface.
Vibe: Warm, intuitive, active, and engaged, with compassion and a willingness to help you go deeper
Availability: WAITLIST ONLY
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Whitney Vairin, LMSW
Specialties: Self-worth, burnout, identity, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationship dynamics, life transitions
Best for: Teenagers, college students, and high-functioning adults who appear fine on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or emotionally exhausted underneath.
Vibe: Steady, reflective, grounded, and deeply attuned
Availability: WAITLIST ONLY
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Olivia Parsons, MFT-LP
Specialties: Couples therapy, relationship patterns, anxiety, burnout, communication, life transitions
Best for: Individuals and couples who want to understand recurring patterns, improve communication, and feel more grounded in their relationships.
Vibe: Warm, structured, insightful, and practical
Availability: Limited weekday appointments, virtually
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Tara Cooney
Specialties: Anxiety, corporate burnout, chronic stress, relationship dynamics, identity, life transitions
Best for: Adults and young professionals who feel overwhelmed by work, relationships, or major transitions and want to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Vibe: Calm, thoughtful, authentic, and insight-oriented
Availability: Contact us for current availability
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Olivia Newman
Specialties: Anxiety, overthinking, burnout, body image, relationship dynamics, life transitions
Best for: College students, young adults, couples, over-thinkers, and overachievers who want to understand recurring patterns and develop greater self-trust.
Vibe: Warm, collaborative, curious, and validating, with a soft but strong presenceAvailability: Contact us for current availability
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Emma Hodge, MSt
Specialties: Self-worth, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, burnout, identity, high achievement
Best for: Teenagers, college students, and young professionals who feel defined by achievement and want space to slow down, drop the mask, and reconnect with themselves.
Vibe: Warm, reflective, insightful, and narrative-minded
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Melissa Gluck, Ph.D.
Specialties: Relationship patterns, attachment, self-worth, trauma, grief and loss, family dynamics, people-pleasing, life transitions
Best for: NYC professionals who want to better understand themselves, shift recurring relationship patterns, and build stronger self-trust.
Vibe: Warm, direct, down-to-earth, and collaborative, with real talk, humor, and deep emotional insight
Availability: Limited weekday appointments
Not sure who to choose?
If you’re not sure who’s the best fit (we know how overwhelming finding a new therapist can be), fill out our quick inquiry form, and we’ll recommend someone based on your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our NYC Therapists
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During your free consultation, we’ll learn what you want to work on and what you’re looking for in a therapist. We consider each clinician’s specialties, personality, therapy style, availability, insurance participation, and fee. You’ll be personally matched with a therapist who fits your needs and preferences, never randomly assigned.
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That’s completely okay. You don’t need to choose a therapist before contacting us. Tell us what you’re experiencing, the kind of support you want, and any preferences you have. We’ll recommend the NYC therapist on our team who we believe offers the strongest clinical and personal fit.
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Yes. The relationship between you and your therapist is an important part of successful therapy. If the connection doesn’t feel right, we encourage you to tell us. We can help you transition to another therapist within Gluck Psychology Collective whose personality, approach, or area of expertise may be a better fit.
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Yes. Our therapists offer in-person therapy at our Flatiron office in Manhattan and virtual therapy for clients located throughout New York State.
Availability varies by clinician, so we’ll consider your location, schedule, and preferred session format when recommending a therapist.
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Olivia Parsons, Kate van der Merwe, Whitney Vairin, and ClaraGrace Pavelka are in-network with Aetna.
Reduced-rate therapy is available with our clinical fellows, including Emma Hodge, Olivia Newman, and Tara Cooney.
We also offer private-pay and out-of-network therapy options at different fee levels.
Check out our Rates + Insurance info here.
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A psychologist has doctoral-level training in psychology. An LMSW is a licensed master social worker who provides psychotherapy under clinical supervision. An MFT-LP has graduate training in marriage and family therapy and practices under a limited permit while completing licensure requirements.
Clinical fellows are advanced therapists-in-training who provide reduced-rate therapy under close supervision from licensed clinicians.
The best credential for you depends on your needs, but therapist fit is always more important than the letters after someone’s name.
FIND YOUR THERAPIST
Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all—and neither are we.
At Gluck Psychology Collective, each therapist brings their own personality, specialties, therapeutic style, and areas of expertise. Whether you're looking for support with anxiety, relationships, burnout, trauma, life transitions, or personal growth, we want you to find someone who feels like the right fit.