Meet our Team
Iryna Litvinova, LMSW
Clinician, Psychotherapist
Trauma-informed, Somatic Therapy
The most important aspect of successful therapy is a trusting relationship between client and therapist. To that end I strive to foster an environment that is safe, reliable, and non-judgmental in which no subject, thought, or emotion is barred from talking about. My approach is based in psychodynamic psychotherapy, which means in session, while we start in the present, we also explore how past experiences and unconscious processes may influence our current emotions and behaviors. I also incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness elements, depending on the specific needs and preferences of each client.
I work with adults to address concerns including depression, anxiety, childhood and sexual trauma, and relationship issues. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and welcome clients exploring sexuality and identity. I offer therapy in English, Ukrainian and Russian.
Iryna completed her Graduate Degree through Fordham University in NYC and holds a law degree from the Zaporizhzhia National Technical University in Ukraine.
Pronouns: she/her/hers
AREAS OF FOCUS & EXPERTISE
Abuse (emotional, physical, sexual, psychological, narcissistic)
Anxiety Disorders, Panic Disorders
Mood Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Bi-polar
Dissociative Disorders (spectrum)
Existential Crisis, Grief & Loss
Gender Dysphoria, Gender related issues, Trans-specific Care
Life Transitions, Adjustment difficulties
Personality Disorders
Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders
Trauma & Stressor-related Disorders
THERAPY APPROACHES
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Gender-affirming treatment & Care Coordination
Psychodynamic, Humanistic & Relational Approach
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Sex positive therapist
Somatic-focused therapies
Trauma-Informed, Trauma-Trained
SPECIFIC POPULATIONS SERVED
Young adults (18+)
Adults
Aged & disabled (65+)
LGBTQIA+/GNC/NB/Alt./Trans
ENM/CNM/Open/Sex Positive
REVIEWS
“I am happy to endorse Iryna as an outstanding therapist. Her empathy, expertise, and dedication create a safe and supportive environment and provide excellent collaborative care to our shared patients.”
- Dr. Eric Yarbough
“From being a Former lawyer in Ukraine to become a therapist in NYC, Iryna does not fail to impress in her perseverance & commitment to her work. She is decent, honest, dedicated, and unlikely to stop growing. I highly recommend working with Iryna!”
- Dr. Warden Prescott
“From the moment that I crossed paths professionally with Iryna, it became more and more evident that I was working with a highly self-aware, bold, compassionate, and trauma-informed therapist. If you like mind-body approaches to healing from trauma, Iryna is the therapist for you!”
- Anonymous
EDUCATION
Fordham Graduate School of Social Service Master of Social Work, New York, NY
Zaporizhzhia National Technical University Master of Legal Studies, Zaporizhzhia UKraine
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Self-employed Health & Wellness Coach New York, NY, June 2015 - Present
Karen Horney Clinic - Psychotherapist/ Fellow
Eclectic Psychotherapy of New York - Psychotherapist
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center Social Work Intern
Episcopal Charities of New York Social Work Intern
Core Basics Physical Therapy and Wellness Corrective Exercise Specialist New York, NY - September 2017 - April 2019
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Association for Psychoanalysis in Clinical Social Work
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
Licensed Master Social Worker, NY
Psychodynamic psychotherapy, PPSC
Trauma-Focused CBT Web 2.0
200-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher, Yoga Works
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certification
ADDITIONAL LANGUAGES
English (fluent, advanced proficiency)
Ukrainian (fluent, advanced proficiency)
Russian (fluent, advanced proficiency)