Life Transitions and More
Therapy for Life Transitions, Trauma & Other Emotional Challenges
When Life Feels Out of Balance
Navigating Major Life Transitions
Relocating, career change, relationship endings or becoming a parent—these shifts can feel destabilizing.
Therapy is not always about having all the questions or answers — or even knowing where to start. Sometimes, the challenges you face do not fit neatly into predefined categories, and that is okay! This space is for those “other concerns” — the moments in life when you feel stuck, unsure, or overwhelmed. Whether you are navigating uncertainty, working through stagnation, or searching for clarity, we’re here to help you uncover a path forward.
Persistent Anxiety, Stress & Burnout
When daily demands drain you, and you struggle to find peace or fulfillment.
Emotional and mental strain due to chronic stress, anxiety and burnout from personal or professional events/experiences can make you feel drained and lead to disconnection from yourself and others. Carrying the weight of stress and anxiety can affect you physically and emotionally, and it’s important to have the tools to help you pause and regulate, even in difficult times. Therapy for stress and overwhelm can help you cultivate that inner peace, restore your confidence, and build emotional resilience.
Healing from Trauma and Unresolved Pain
Past wounds—big or small—impact how we feel today and how we connect with others.
Unresolved pain, unhealed wounds, and trauma can create sneaky and silent patterns or behaviors that can affect how we feel about ourselves and others. They can also influence the way we show up in our relationships and shape how we interact with our environment and life experiences. Trauma therapy and other emotional challenges or life transitions can be beneficial to your journey and offer you the space you need to breathe and process.
Grief, Loss & Unexpected Change
Loss of loved ones, identity shifts, or sudden change creates a need for compassionate support.
Navigating grief, loss, and unexpected life changes can bring about a world of emotions and experiences that can be overwhelming and exhausting to manage alone. Therapy for grief and loss can provide you with a space to feel safe to explore your thoughts and emotions, rebalance yourself, and gain the clarity and tools you need to gently and compassionately hold yourself through these times.
How Therapy Supports You Through These Challenges
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Building Emotional Awareness & Resilience
Identify what’s underneath the surface and learn healthier ways to respond.
It is perfectly normal to start therapy without a defined goal or a clear reason for being here. In fact, “I don’t know” can be one of the most honest and powerful places to begin. Together, we will explore your thoughts and feelings, uncover hidden patterns, and identify areas for growth. Therapy is a collaborative process, and starting without a specific objective allows us the freedom to uncover new perspectives and build a foundation for meaningful change.
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Creating New Patterns & Meaningful Change
Move beyond surviving into thriving
Stagnation can happen at any stage of life — not just during a “midlife crisis” or a so-called “quarter-life crisis.” Feeling “stuck” often stems from repetitive cycles or unresolved past experiences that influence your present. In therapy, we will break down these patterns and examine their roots. By focusing on realistic and attainable goals, we will work together to create momentum and help you move forward with a renewed sense of clarity and purpose.
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Repairing Connection — With Self & Others
Trauma and transitions often interrupt our sense of safety; therapy helps restore it.
When our environment no longer feels like it can ground us or keep us safe, this can cause us to also feel unsafe within. Therapy gives you that space to be held and heard as you navigate the changes you’re experiencing while regaining confidence and clarity. We work together to discover and develop the best tools and practices to support you as you move through trauma or transitions.
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Personalized Treatment for Complex Issues
Not every concern fits a label—get a tailored plan that addresses your experience.
Life transitions can leave you feeling unmoored, whether you are stepping away from the comfortable and familiar or venturing into the unknown. These shifts, while daunting, also offer opportunities for growth and self-discovery. Through life transitions therapy, we will navigate the complexities of these changes, address your fears and uncertainties, and build confidence in your ability to adapt and thrive in uncharted territory.
Reach out to us today for more information
Common Patient Concerns
Who This Is For
Individuals Feeling Stuck in Life’s Transitions
When you’re experiencing stagnancy or feel lost in life, let therapy assist you with moving through this period of stagnancy and gain helpful tools for coping with change.
People Struggling to Move Past Trauma or Loss
Healing trauma and loss is a journey that requires patience, safety, and compassion. Allow therapy to help you navigate your unique journey toward hope and emotional healing.
Anyone Seeking Deeper Emotional Connection and Clarity
Feeling disconnected from yourself, in your relationships, and from your environment? Therapy can help you deepen your understanding of yourself and your needs.
About Me
Nice to Meet You
George Embiricos
Vanderbilt University, B.S. (Child Psychology)
Columbia University’s School of Social Work, M.A. (Advanced Clinical Practice)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker NYS #098331
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Connecticut #15366
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Telehealth Vermont #089.0136376TELE
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Telehealth Florida #TPSW5719
Certified Partner Trauma Therapist NYS #2022-3534
I am a lifelong New Yorker fulfilling my childhood dream of helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and build meaningful connections. I specialize in supporting those struggling with intimacy, relationship issues, addiction recovery, vulnerability, and life transitions. My practice offers a safe and judgment-free space where we can begin the healing process together. My goal is to help you rebuild your emotional wellbeing and move forward toward a healthier, more purposeful life.
With over seven years of experience in clinical practice, I dedicated four years to working at New York City’s Center for Intimacy Recovery, where I helped individuals and groups overcome barriers to connection and emotional closeness. I earned my Master’s Degree in Advanced Clinical Practice from Columbia University’s School of Social Work, graduating at the top of my class. Under the guidance of seasoned therapists with over 30 years of expertise, I have accumulated thousands of hours of hands-on, patient-focused experience. My most recent and impactful work has been treating gambling addiction, for which our society is wildly under-resourced and is just now entering the early stages of what will soon become a nationally problematic epidemic.
Asking for help is not easy, but just by being here, you have taken the first (and often hardest) step. I am committed to creating a space where you feel supported in establishing trust and connection. Together, we will work to help you feel emotionally strong, deeply connected, and in control of your life.
Professional Affiliations & Features
What to Expect When We Work Together
A Safe, Non-Judgmental Environment
You’re welcomed as you are—without pressure or shame.
In our sessions together, you can rest assured that we will always meet you with openness and compassion; we’re not here to judge you. We’re here to support you through every part of your journey.
Evidence-Based, Trauma-Informed Approach
Combining insight with practical tools for sustainable growth.
Healing is a highly personal journey with no one-size-fits-all. We offer the practical tools and support you need to help you create attainable goals and make progress toward those goals for lasting positive change.
Clear Goals and Steady Progress
We’ll set meaningful benchmarks and work at your pace toward renewal.
You guide your sessions while we support you in each step of your healing journey. Every client has their own pace, and we respect that and ensure that we follow your needs first.
Seventy-three percent of people saw the onset of anxiety or fear-related disorders before the age of 25.
Frequently Asked Questions
How It Works
If you have questions before embarking on your journey of self-improvement, here are FAQs we often receive from our clients. We hope they can address early concerns you may have at this time. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any other questions.
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Great question! I am a lifelong New Yorker who is fulfilling his childhood dream of becoming a therapist to help individuals help themselves in all possible ways. My educational background is in learning and understanding the defense mechanisms that we build instinctually as we grow up, largely as a product of the environment around us. I studied Psychology at Vanderbilt University for my undergraduate degree and Advanced Clinical Practice at Columbia University’s School of Social Work to attain my graduate degree.
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I am an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), which entails having graduated with a Master’s Degree in Advanced Clinical Practice, accumulating over 3,000 client-facing hours, and passing multiple state-board licensing examinations.
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I am so glad that you asked. CPTT stands for Certified Partner Trauma Therapist. I am one of few males in the state of New York to have attained this degree after completing multiple courses designed to help therapists aid those experiencing betrayal trauma (e.g. infidelity) and helping these individuals navigate the complex emotions and struggles that arise.
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An individual therapy session lasts for 50 minutes. During our early time meeting one-on-one, we will seek to establish a confidential (this is required and protected by law), trusting, and non-judgmental dialogue. From there, we will begin exploring the issues that first brought you to seek therapy and how they have impacted your past, present, and future.
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This is the most commonly asked question! The answer truly is: It depends on a variety of factors. Are you coming in for a single issue that requires a timely solution, or are you looking to engage in some broader self-reflection and introspection? I can promise that I am not here to waste your time or your money. Our sessions will always include an open. two-way dialogue about progress and re-setting and evolving both short- and longterm goals.
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I put the word “addiction” in quotation marks because I am wary of labeling and/or diagnosing, as this action can often create more issues than it solves. Some ideas to consider when questioning your relationship with a behavior or another individual are: Do you feel in-control? Do you find yourself turning to it when feeling stressed, overwhelmed, etc.? Has it had a negative effect(s) on your personal and/or work life? Do you feel stuck in a cycle? If the answer to any or all of these questions is “yes,” this behavior is absolutely worth examining.
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While I am not in-network with any insurance plans, I provide you with a monthly “Superbill” that includes all relevant information (license number, diagnosis code, etc.) for you to submit to your insurance for out-of-network benefits. Your insurance may reimburse anywhere from around 30-70% of individual sessions.
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Yes! Not only do I offer a free phone consultation, but I believe it to be essential in order to take the initial step in working together. During this call, we will get to know one another while broadly exploring what has brought you to seek therapy and specifically, your being curious about it at this time. Please fill out the form on the bottom of this page or reach out directly to me via phone at 917-410-1203 or email at george@healthierconnections.com.
How I Have Helped Others
“ Therapy is a gift. It is a chance to finally be heard, understood, and supported. “
⎯ Carl R. Rogers
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Reach Out Anytime — You’re Not Alone
Phone, email, or form — take the first step toward a healthier chapter.
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