Couples Therapy in New York
At City Lights Psychology, couples therapy is designed to help partners understand and shift the patterns that create conflict, emotional distance, or disconnection within a relationship.
Licensed Psychologists | In-Person & Virtual Sessions | Flatiron, Manhattan
— Services
Common Relationship Struggles Addressed in Couples Therapy
We provide personalized psychological services designed to support healing, growth, and lasting emotional well-being.
Couples Experiencing Recurring Conflict
Partners who feel stuck in repetitive arguments, unresolved tension, or communication cycles that escalate quickly and leave both individuals feeling misunderstood or emotionally exhausted.
Emotionally Disconnected Couples
Couples who care about each other but feel increasingly distant, disconnected, or emotionally unavailable within the relationship.
High-Functioning & Career-Focused Couples
Professionals and high-achieving couples balancing demanding careers, parenting responsibilities, stress, or burnout that has started affecting emotional connection and communication.
Couples Navigating Trust & Betrayal
Partners working through infidelity, secrecy, emotional withdrawal, or breaches of trust that have impacted emotional safety within the relationship.
Couples Facing Life Transitions
Partners navigating marriage, pregnancy, postpartum changes, fertility challenges, relocation, parenting stress, or major shifts in identity and responsibility.
Non-Traditional & Non-Monogamous Relationships
Couples exploring consensual non-monogamy, relationship restructuring, boundary-setting, or communication challenges within alternative relationship dynamics.
— About Us
Meet Our Couples Therapists in Flatiron, Manhattan
Dr. Stephanie Simon – Clinical Director
Dr. Simon works with couples navigating conflict, emotional disconnection, trust concerns, anxiety within relationships, and major life transitions. Her approach integrates Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFCT), psychodynamic insight, and structured communication work to help couples build stronger emotional connection and stability.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist | Specialized in Couples Therapy, Anxiety & Relationship Dynamics
Dr. Zhaoyi Chen, PsyD, MA
Dr. Chen, PsyD, MA also offers couples therapy, bringing a culturally informed perspective particularly supportive for Asian and bicultural couples navigating relationship conflict, intergenerational dynamics, and identity concerns. She provides sessions in both English and Mandarin Chinese.
Flatiron + Virtual in NY, NJ & FL
— Process
Structured Path To Peace
Understanding Through Connection.
Initial Consultation
First meeting to understand concerns, set goals, and determine if therapy is the right fit.
Clinical Assessment
Collect psychological, emotional, and behavioral data through interviews, questionnaires, and observation.
Diagnosis Formation
Identify mental health conditions based on assessment results and standardized diagnostic criteria.
Personalized care that evolves with you
Your healing journey is unique — and so is the care we provide. Whether you’re looking for talk therapy, psychiatric support, or specialized programs.
- Psychiatry
When medication becomes part of your healing plan, our experienced psychiatric team ensures it’s the right fit — using a deep, data-informed process to personalize your treatment and minimize trial and error.
- Therapy
Our virtual therapy combines trusted methods like CBT and mindfulness with real-world skill-building. It’s a collaborative, flexible process that empowers you to take control of your mental health and stay well long term.
- Teen Support
Teens need support that feels safe, relatable, and respectful. Our therapists help adolescents 13+ navigate life’s big and small challenges — from anxiety and social pressure to school stress and identity. Psychiatry is available if needed.
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— Our Team
Professional Care, Personal Touch
Learn about the skilled team guiding you with understanding, professionalism, and heartfelt commitment to wellness.
David Collins
Psychotherapist
Amanda Clarke
School Psychologist
Michael Harris
Research Psychologist
Megan Foster
Clinical Psychologist
— Booking
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— Phone
+34 567 721 12 35
— Directions
77 Kennedy Road
Soho Manhattan
New York - USA