Hi!
Please meet some members of our tenant community!
Asterisk Tenants
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Ally Barlow, LCSW
ALLY BARLOW THERAPY
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 15+ years of experience. I offer psychotherapy, sex therapy, sleep therapy, & EMDR to individuals virtually & in person. I support clients of all genders, sexualities, & relationship styles. My work is grounded in intersectional feminism & anti-oppression.
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Christine Dempsey, LMHC
CHRISTINE DEMPSEY MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING
Christine (she/they) is a licensed mental health counselor in NY who uses mindfulness-based modalities, such as CBT, DBT & ACT, to help people stuck in difficult thought, emotional and behavioral patterns develop increased self-awareness, psychological flexibility, and live with greater intention and meaning.
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Leah Damour, LCAT, DBT-C, ATR-BC
ART THERAPY WITH LEAH
Leah (she) is a Licensed Creative Arts therapist working with teens and adults. She uses multiple types of therapy including Art Therapy, DBT therapy, and Person-centered therapy. Let's untangle things together!
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Charles Thompson-Shealy, LCSW
CENOTE THERAPY
Charles (he/they) is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in Internal Family Systems and liberation-centered approaches, most often working with queer and trans communities, particularly communities of color. He incorporates creative activities and dialogue for healing.
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Sascha Goldhor
PRIMA MATERIA THERAPY
I offer depth-oriented, relational psychotherapy for adults in NY & CA. I specialize in supporting folks through grief + loss experiences, life transitions, questions of identity + sexuality, career struggles, and codependency. My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirmative and in solidarity with BIPOC.
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Emma Leister
AUTHENTICALLY NOURISHED
Emma (she/her) is an anti-diet, fat positive dietitian who provides nutrition therapy to teens and adults with eating disorders and body image concerns. She believes that all bodies are worthy of exceptional treatment in healthcare and society and that all foods and eating styles are morally neutral.
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Shannon Cruz-Herr, LCSW
SHANNON CRUZ-HERR, LCSW, PSYCHOTHERAPY
I offer psychotherapy to individuals and couples. I bring 12+ years of experience and an unwavering commitment to providing therapy that is rooted in anti-oppression and affirming for all. I have extensive experience working with LGBTQIA folks, relationship issues and trauma.
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Katie Hauser, LCSW
SEX POSITIVE THERAPY NYC/HUDSON VALLEY
Katie Hauser (they/she) is a sex-positive psychotherapist with a focus on somatic healing and relationships. Katie works with a variety of people in the queer, BDSM and ENM communities, and anyone seeking an open, embracing approach to therapy and meaningful exploration.
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S. Leigh Thompson
Strategist, facilitator, thought partner, and joyful troublemaker
Asterisk Co-Owner
Leigh (he/they) supports communities organizations and individuals building creative pathways, radical tools, & strategies for liberation.
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Elizabeth Wade Smith, Psy.D.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience using mindfulness based therapies to help improve clients' emotion management skills and to access their innate capacity for healing. I integrate internal family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy with the major meditative traditions.
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Sandy Silverman, LCSW
I see individuals and couples in psychotherapy. I have 30 years of experience working with anxiety, depression, complex trauma, and loss. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgemental and unique relationship with each person I see. Many of my clients are members of the LGBTQI community.
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Kristin Thomson Bader, LMFT
I’m a psychotherapist specializing in individuals and couples facing issues around substance use, anxiety and trauma. Fostering a safe space for exploration, discovery and recovery, my approach is collaborative and non-judgmental. I offer virtual and in-person sessions at The Asterisk.
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"I feel lucky to be part of the Asterisk community. There's a feeling of warmth, care and acceptance here that is very special."
Sascha Goldhor, Prima Materia Therapy
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"For anyone considering joining the Asterisk, you’ll find more than just a workspace—you’ll find a community that encourages you to thrive."
Jodi Loeb, The Seeing Circle
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"Every time I walk into The Asterisk I breathe a sigh of relief. I know I'm in a supportive community, and that helps me do my best work."
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"The Asterisk is a calming, welcoming, community-oriented space. It provides a safe and inspiring atmosphere to engage in important, healing work."
Robert Dietrich, Saugerties Mental Health Counseling PLLC
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"Leigh and Charlie have created a wonderful and unique environment with The Asterisk! It's great to be in a space with fellow therapists and healers who are interested in meeting and learning about each other."
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“I have found a wonderful sense of community and collaboration at the Asterisk. These are difficult times and there is nothing quite like working in an open, accepting and community-minded environment.”
Sandy Silverman, LCSW
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"The Asterisk is truly a beautiful space full of beautiful people here to make a difference in this cold world. Come join us!"
Tomicia Nicole Spencer, Well Rise Reiki
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"The Asterisk is clearly a place to be seen, heard, and supported. I'm so glad to be part of this community! "
Leah Damour, Art Therapy with Leah