Business Details
Expert Mental Health Therapy in Manhattan, NY
We are a psychotherapy group practice dedicated to fostering deep, authentic relationships through attachment-focused, relational therapies. Our team helps individuals and families navigate emotions, identity, and relationships with compassion, practicality, and expertise. Founded on the values of Courtney Rennicke's grandfather, we combine decades of specialized training in mental health with a compassionate, family-centered approach. Our services are tailored to meet the unique needs of adoptive families, adults, children, adolescents, and couples, addressing challenges such as trauma, attachment disruptions, and emotional distress.We prioritize creating a safe, inclusive space where clients can grow, heal, and strengthen relationships through evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, EFT, and DDP. Our team brings years of experience in child and adolescent development, adult mental health, and family dynamics, consistently delivering empathetic guidance and practical solutions.
Services
Adoptive Family Therapy
Adult Mental Health
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Intensive Program
Highlights and features
- We specialize in adoption, trauma, and attachment-focused therapies with decades of combined experience.
- Our team uses evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, EFT, and DDP for personalized care.
- We offer tailored programs for adoptive families, including our Family Intensive Program.
- Our therapists prioritize racial consciousness and LGBTQIA+ affirming practices.
- We provide both in-person and online therapy to accommodate client needs.
What people say
Made all the difference
Stronger relationships
Didn't feel alone
Tools to support
Celebrate identity
Services
Adoptive Family Therapy
Our adoptive family therapy services provide specialized support for families navigating the complexities of adoption. We offer pre- and post-adoption consultations, family intensives, and attachment-focused interventions to build emotional resilience and trust. Through evidence-based approaches like Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), we help families strengthen bonds, address trauma, and create secure environments where children feel safe and supported. Our programs are designed to meet the unique needs of adoptive families, fostering a deep sense of belonging and connection.
Adult Mental Health
Our adult mental health services address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions through personalized therapy. Using modalities like CBT, DBT, and AEDP, we help clients build emotional resilience, process past experiences, and develop coping strategies. Our therapists create a safe space for adults to explore identity, manage stress, and improve relationships, emphasizing self-compassion and practical solutions. This approach empowers clients to navigate challenges with confidence and achieve lasting mental well-being.
Child & Adolescent Therapy
We specialize in child and adolescent therapy for emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Our services include individual and parent-child sessions using evidence-based methods like Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). We help young people build self-esteem, regulate emotions, and improve social skills while supporting parents with adaptive parenting strategies. Our trauma-informed care addresses issues like ADHD, anxiety, and school-related stress, fostering resilience and healthy development.
Couples Counseling
Our couples counseling services focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional intimacy. Using emotion-focused therapy (EFT) and attachment-based approaches, we help partners navigate conflicts, heal from betrayal, and adapt to life transitions together. Sessions address issues like high-conflict dynamics, co-parenting challenges, and intimacy concerns, providing practical tools for conflict resolution and deeper connection. Our goal is to create lasting improvements in relationship satisfaction and partnership resilience.
Family Intensive Program
The Family Intensive Program offers a 5-10 day multidisciplinary approach to family therapy, condensing 4-8 months of treatment into 1-2 weeks. Designed for adoptive families in crisis or those with children having complex trauma histories, this program combines parent-only and dyadic sessions to address attachment disruptions, behavioral challenges, and family dynamics. Through structured interventions and experiential learning, we help families rebuild trust, improve communication, and develop sustainable strategies for long-term healing and connection.
People
Courtney Rennicke
Director
Dr. Rennicke founded the practice inspired by her grandfather's legacy of compassionate care. She specializes in adoption, trauma, and attachment-focused therapy, bringing decades of experience in mental health and family well-being.
Randy Maldonado
Senior Clinical Social Worker
Randy Maldonado specializes in adoptive families, school refusal, and emotion-focused therapy for couples. With extensive clinical experience, he provides expert guidance for families navigating adoption-related challenges and emotional distress.
Bianca Ventura
Client Coordination
Bianca Ventura supports clients with empathy and creativity, fostering a safe environment for exploring identity and cultural richness. She plays a key role in coordinating care and ensuring smooth client experiences.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We offer CBT, DBT, EFT, DDP, and AEDP for individuals, couples, and families, with specialized programs for adoptive families and trauma recovery.
Do you accept insurance?
We are an out-of-network provider. We submit insurance claims on your behalf, but do not accept direct insurance payments.
Are services available online?
Yes, we offer both in-person sessions at our Union Square office and online therapy options for client convenience.
What is your Family Intensive Program?
Our Family Intensive Program is a 5-10 day multidisciplinary approach condensing 4-8 months of therapy into 1-2 weeks for adoptive families with complex needs.
How do I schedule a consultation?
You can schedule a free consultation through our website or by contacting us directly at (212) 203-1105.
What populations do you specialize in?
We specialize in adoptive families, adults with trauma histories, children/adolescents with emotional challenges, and couples seeking relationship improvement.
