WELCOME TO VICTORIA DE PAULA PSYCHOTHERAPY

Break the cycle that keeps you from having the life you deserve.

Close-up of Victoria De Paula, LCSW, a highly-trained therapist in New York City that works with couples, adults and families.

Specialized therapy in Manhattan with a compassionate, dedicated therapist who cares about you, genuinely.

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Warm therapist in NYC who can help with unhealthy habits in dating and relationships.

Meet the Founder

I bring warmth, curiosity, and active direction to therapy, creating a space that is both supportive and gently challenging. Clients describe me as compassionate and direct.

Whether you are seeing me for trauma, anxiety, or couples therapy, I will walk alongside you each step of the way. Whether you have felt frustrated by therapy in the past or you’re seeking help for the first time, I am here to help you make meaningful change.

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What We Do Best

  • Woman looking out a window representing relationship anxiety and attachment insecurity.

    Relationship and Dating Anxiety

    Develop the secure relationships you deserve.

  • Person holding the back of their head representing anxiety and chronic worry.

    OCD Therapy

    Release yourself from the grip of anxiety and intrusive thoughts.

  • Feet standing at the edge of ocean waves representing grounding and healing in trauma therapy.

    EMDR Therapy

    Process painful trauma and heal your nervous system.

  • Woman working on a laptop representing therapy for perfectionism and pressure to achieve and be perfect.

    Perfectionism & High-Functioning Anxiety

    Quiet your inner critic and learn to feel good enough as you are.

  • Two people walking together down a street representing support and connection in LGBTQ+ affirming therapy.

    LGBTQ+ Therapy

    Feel fully seen, supported, and secure in who you are.

  • Man reflecting quietly outdoors symbolizing therapy for men that promotes emotional vulnerability while maintaining strength and masculinity.

    Therapy for Men

    Develop emotional awareness without losing your strength.

Areas of Expertise

Client Testimonials

  • "I've seen 4 therapists over the last decade and Victoria has by far made the greatest impact. Her ability to drill down into the deeper factors has been incredibly impactful. I can see the way I behave, the decisions I make, and I how think and feel about both my life and my relationship, changing on a weekly basis."

    - M.C. (Individual Therapy)

  • "Victoria is the best! She is an insightful and thoughtful therapist and has helped my wife and me hone our communication skills to better navigate life and relationship obstacles as they come. Highly recommend working with Victoria!"

    - A.T. (Couples Therapy)

  • “I was at one of my lowest points when I started seeing Victoria, but now I’m the happiest and healthiest I’ve felt in years. Victoria is compassionate, patient, authentic, intelligent, and incredibly insightful. I truly could not say enough good things about Victoria.”

    - D.F. (Individual Therapy)

Therapy Services We Offer in Chelsea & Online

Individual Therapy

One-one-one, personalized support specific to your goals. Whether you want to work on anxiety and intrusive thoughts, process past trauma to heal your nervous system, or develop better relationships with yourself and others, individual therapy is here to help you figure out your priorities and work toward your specific goals.

Couples Therapy

Specialized couples therapy offered for couples struggling with high conflict, communication issues, sexual intimacy problems, and disconnection. Work with a skilled therapist trained in Emotionally-Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method to get the relief you need for your relationship today.

Family Therapy

Therapy for all kinds of family configurations — families with children over the age of 12, mother-daughter therapy, sibling therapy, and more. Your therapist will work to assess the family dynamic, uncover the patterns that keep you stuck, and establish new ways of interacting for better communication and connection.

Premarital Counseling

Premarital counseling is a great fit for couples who are looking to strengthen their relationship before getting engaged or married. Your therapist will guide you through a detailed relationship check-up assessment to determine your strengths and areas for improvement so that you can go into the next phase of your relationship at your best.

Group Therapy

Join a group of people who are committed to learning new skills and supporting each other as you work to develop better tools for emotion regulation, mindfulness, interpersonal communication, and living according to your values.

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