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New York, Psychologist #025643; New Jersey, Psychologist #35SI00702400; Illinois, Psychologist #071.010599; North Carolina, Psychologist #6535; PsyPact, Psychologist #14381
Dr. Cynthia Shaw is a NY-based, PsyPact clinical psychologist and group practice owner. As an existential therapist, she specializes in grief and disenfranchised loss, such as chronic illness; low self-esteem and identity development; forming and maintaining genuine and authentic relationships, and meaning-making. She has additional expertise working with corporate professionals and lawyers, and enjoys working with those looking to better understand themselves and live a life that is connected, fulfilling, and purposeful.
If you're looking for a therapist to encourage you to take deep breaths then you're in the wrong place. I often work with perceptive individuals, nostalgic souls, inquisitive minds, and growth-thirsty individuals looking for a therapist who can truly understand them. A blend of empathy, genuineness, and directness, I pride myself on cultivating a therapeutic relationship that is honest, transparent, compassionate, and humorous. Through depth-oriented processing, our therapy will allow you the time and space to reflect on large life questions, personal values and beliefs, who you are in relationships, and how you can live a life that is sincere and satisfying.
Doctor of Psychology l The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, 2020; Masts of Psychology l The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, 2017; Bachelors of Psychology l Wagner College, 2015
White
White culture
English
Buddhism, Taoism, Hinduism, Non-religious (Agnosticism, Atheism, Secular), Judaism, Christianity
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Virtual Only
Existential questioning, Grief and/or loss, Self esteem/self worth
Aging, Anxiety, Cancer, Chronic illness or pain, Dating, Depression, Life transitions, Medical trauma, Midlife stress, Panic attacks, Physical disabilities, Schizophrenia spectrum, Social anxiety, Spirituality, Stress, Suicidal thoughts, Trauma
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive, Laid back, Direct
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Art therapy, Depth psychotherapy, Ecotherapy (nature therapy), Narrative, Strength-based therapy, Trauma-focused, Mindfulness based
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$295
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Individual Session
$350
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Couples Session
$350
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Family Session
Offers sliding scale spots
Dr. Shaw is an empathetic and intuitive therapist with a deep understanding of the human psyche. She is thoughtful in her approach and recognizes the benefit of an individualized therapy for her clients. Above all, Dr. Shaw values the safety and well being of the individuals with whom she works.
Cynthia is an insightful, supportive therapist who truly cares about her clients and the work she does. Her authenticity, combined with her skills and knowledge, can help her clients learn to show up as their most authentic, aligned selves too. Cynthia’s ability to find balance between validating and bringing a sense of lightness can help with navigating the more difficult topics that come up in therapy. Cynthia will create a space of acceptance and encouragement while also challenging you when you need it, to help you create long-term change and develop a sense of meaning in your life.
Dr. Shaw is the type of psychologist others should be seeking if they want to do meaningful, compassionate, life -changing insight oriented work. Rather than stray from the complex, she seeks it. The human experience is endlessly complex and Dr. Shaw is more than up to helping you navigate through life's difficult phases, experiences, and seasons. She consistently provides the highest level of care with heart.
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