About Us
Gara Steinfeld, M.A. Ed.M, LMHC, LPC, CSAt, EMDR certified, Certified eating disorder coach, somatic experiencing practitioner in training
When asked what made me choose this career I say “I didn’t choose it- it chose me”.
I studied psychology at Florida State University, never changing my major once. I also studied criminology. Many of these classes were my favorite because they focused on deviance and the people who don’t conform to the straight and narrow. These are my people. Because choosing authenticity and healing is rebellious.
The courage it takes to let go of dysfunctional behaviors and addictions is insurmountable. I am more proud of my healing than I am my two master’s degrees from an Ivy League school.
I studied holistic wellness at NYU and received a master’s degree in counseling psychology and a masters degree in education from Columbia University. I also studied mindfulness at a mindful recovery center in Thailand, Gestalt at Esalen Institute, trauma treatment with Bessel Van Der Kolk at Kripalu, Pia Mellody’s Post Induction Therapy, and sex addiction with IITAP (the international institute for trauma and addiction professionals). I am currently participating in the Somatic Experiencing Training. The list goes on.
My approach is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and empowering.
I am not the type of therapist that is going to simply say “how does that make you feel” and nod silently as you talk the entire session completely disconnected from your body and then send you on your way. Nope. That’s not what you’re going to get here so if that’s what you’re looking for, you got the wrong one.
I am going to hold you accountable, tell you the truth in a loving, easily digestible way so that we can address and heal unresolved childhood wounds. There is a somatic component to this work, meaning that we include the body (this is where trauma is stored and where we experience emotions as sensations). It’s experiential in nature, meaning sometimes we get a little weird and you may find yourself talking to an empty chair or your “inner child”. I promise there’s a method to the madness.
Arielle Lazar, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, EMDR Certified
Arielle is a Master’s level clinician and licensed clinical social worker specializing in treating addiction, PTSD/CPTSD, dissociation, anxiety, depression, and codependency. She also supports clients recovering from compulsive sexuality and betrayal trauma. She received her MSW from Barry University’s School of Social Work in Miami, FL, where she was educated in the neurobiological infrastructure of trauma. She completed her clinical practicum in co-occurring disorders in inpatient residential and partial hospitalization treatment programs. She is currently pursuing certification in the multidimensional trauma model training through AAPSET (The association of partners of sex addicts trauma specialist)
Arielle uses trauma-focused modalities, such as EMDR, Inner-Child Work, Gestalt, and DBT. Her training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) has provided Arielle with the ability to help her clients access the innate healing nature of their bodies and subconscious in ways that conventional talk therapy cannot.
Her aim is to use her skills to help her clients tap into the power within and sustain a healthier way of being. Arielle believes that therapy is not about delving into the past in detail but uncovering the ways the past has continued to live inside us and show up in the present. Arielle will work with you where you’re at and provide a unique experience that is specific to your needs. Sometimes this means getting uncomfortable and facing some painful thoughts and feelings, but you will never leave her office feeling dysregulated or unsupported. Her approach is sincere, warm-hearted, and authentic. She will provide you with a secure space to uncover, understand, and truly heal.
Samantha necolettos, lmhc, licensed mental health counselor, certified trauma professional, emdr trained
I view therapy as a sacred space for healing, self-discovery, and meaningful connection. While my clinical focus is rooted in trauma, my work also extends into relationships; the ones we have with others, and just as importantly, the one we have with ourselves.
At the core of my approach is the therapeutic relationship itself. I believe in building a strong, trusting connection where clients feel seen and supported. I will sit with you in the realness of your emotions; no fixing, no rushing, just presence. I’ll gently challenge when it’s time, and I’ll always make sure you know you don’t have to do the hard work alone.
Therapy has been a powerful part of my own development; it’s shaped not only how I show up as a therapist, but also how I relate to myself and the world around me. I know the vulnerability it takes to begin this work, and I bring that awareness and care into every session.
In my practice, I draw from a range of modalities including EMDR, Gestalt therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered therapy, and Somatic therapy. I integrate somatic therapy to help my clients move beyond insight and into embodied healing because our stories live not just in our minds, but in our bodies. Whether we’re working with the inner child, exploring attachment wounds, or connecting with parts of you that feel difficult or disconnected from, the body is always invited into the conversation.
I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lynn University and have experience working in partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) settings. My work in those environments, particularly with individuals navigating substance use and co-occurring mental health issues, has deepened my understanding of addiction, resilience, and the complexity of the human experience.
Connection is the heart of my work; connection to self, to others, and to the present moment. My goal is always to meet you where you are, help you uncover what feels true for you, and offer steady, compassionate support as you step into the meaningful (and often challenging) process of healing. If you’re looking for a therapist who will walk alongside you with warmth, curiosity, and clinical depth, I’d be honored to work with you.