Vanessa is a solution-focused psychotherapist licensed in NY, NJ, and MA whose mission is to help individuals uncover their true potential and move forward toward all of their goals. She specializes in working with individuals, couples, and groups focusing on the treatment of NARCISSISTIC ABUSE, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, eating disorders, marriage or interpersonal relationship problems, alcohol or drug abuse, low self-esteem, or anyone in need of developing new ways to cope with life’s everyday challenges. Vanessa is trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She is also certified in teletherapy. Vanessa worked at The Bronx High School of Science, and High School of American Studies so she has extensive experience working with youth, holding her Educational Service Certificates in the states of New York and New Jersey.

Education:

Bachelor of Science – SUNY Empire State
Masters of Social Work – University of Southern California

Post-Graduate Training:
New York University – Clinical and Advanced Clinical Certificates

Professional Affiliations:
National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
Board Member for the Center for Safety and Change (CFSC)
Founder of Rockland Pride Center

Experience with Teens:

Clinical Social Worker at The Bronx High School of Science
Clinical Social Worker at The High School of American Studies

Autumn Walker, MSW, LSW, is a Licensed Social Worker specializing in trauma-focused, evidence-based care for children, adolescents, and families, with a particular emphasis on supporting survivors of narcissistic abuse. She holds a Master’s in Social Work from Rutgers University and is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) as well as certified in the KIPS parenting intervention.

With extensive experience in intensive in-community therapy, Autumn provides culturally responsive, client-centered care to clients impacted by trauma, narcissistic abuse, family conflict, and emotional or behavioral challenges. She is skilled in crisis assessment, treatment planning, and resilience-building, with a proven track record of helping clients achieve emotional regulation, strengthen coping skills, and navigate the complex dynamics of narcissistic abuse to foster healing and empowerment.

Autumn has worked with multiple community-based organizations, collaborating with Mobile Response, Care Management Organizations, schools, and healthcare providers to ensure integrated trauma-informed support. Her background also includes healthcare administration and managed care, equipping her with a strong understanding of compliance, documentation, and interdisciplinary systems of care.

In addition to her clinical work, Autumn is the Founder and CEO of With A Purpose for Women, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women, girls, and families through mental health resources, self-esteem programs, and academic-based financial assistance. She also leads initiatives such as the Teen to Queen Summit, which equips young women with tools for resilience, leadership, and personal growth.

Passionate about advocacy and education, Autumn integrates her professional expertise in addressing narcissistic abuse and trauma with her lived values of compassion, empowerment, and cultural humility. She continues to expand her impact through therapy, community engagement, and nonprofit leadership, dedicated to helping individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive after trauma.

Natalie Ayala LMSW, is a trauma-informed clinician who earned her Master’s Degree from Adelphi University. Passionatley dedicated to helping survivors of narcissistic abuse reclaim their power, voice, and sense of self. As a survivor herself, Natalie brings a rare depth of empathy, clinical skill, and lived understanding to her practice; creating a space where clients feel truly seen, validated, and safe to heal.

With extensive experience across some of the most challenging environments in mental health, Natalie has worked in high-acuity medical and psychiatric emergency departments as well as outpatient settings. She has supported individuals navigating complex trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, severe mental illness, and life transitions. Her background in gerontology further strengthens her ability to meet clients with compassion and insight across every stage of life.

Natalie specializes in narcissistic abuse recovery, offering a highly personalized, empowering approach that integrates evidence-based trauma treatment with deep validation of the survivor experience. She helps clients break free from cycles of gaslighting, confusion, and self-doubt; guiding them to rebuild boundaries, restore self-trust, and step fully into their strength and authenticity.

Whether you’re just beginning to recognize the patterns of narcissistic abuse or are further along in your healing journey, Natalie creates a collaborative therapeutic space where real transformation becomes possible. Her clients consistently describe her as warm, insightful, and deeply affirming; someone who not only understands the pain but also knows the path forward.