Doran

Mental Health in New York, NY

Therapy in Manhattan for Anxiety, Trauma & Depression

Doran is a welcoming, holistic psychotherapy practice in Chelsea, a short walk from Penn Station. Our licensed therapists see adults in person and online across New York State.

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About Doran

A holistic therapy practice in the heart of Manhattan

Therapy at Doran starts with feeling understood. Founded by Juan Robles-Gil Aleman, our team of mental health counselors and therapists provides integrative, humanistic care that looks at the whole person, not just the symptoms.

We work with adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, grief, relationship strain and big life changes. Whether you are looking for your first therapist or returning to therapy after a break, we will match you with a clinician whose style and training fit what you need.

Services & Conditions We Treat

Trauma

Trauma

Gentle, paced support for childhood, relational and recent trauma, with no pressure to relive everything at once

IFS services

IFS

Internal Family Systems therapy helps you understand the different parts of yourself and lead them with compassion.

EMDR services offered in New York, NY

EMDR

EMDR is a structured, evidence-based approach for processing painful memories and the symptoms they leave behind.

Depression services offered in New York, NY

Depression

Support for low mood, loss of motivation and feeling stuck, built around your goals and your pace.

Anxiety services offered in New York, NY

If worry, panic or constant tension is running your days, an anxiety therapist in NYC can help you understand it and ease it.

Relationship Therapy services offered in New York, NY

Relationship Therapy

Help for partners who want to communicate better, rebuild trust or work through a hard season.

ADHD services offered in New York, NY

ADHD

If difficulty focusing, staying organized or managing daily responsibilities feels overwhelming, ADHD therapy in NYC can help you develop practical strategies to navigate everyday life.

Anger Management services offered in New York, NY

Anger Management

If anger, frustration or emotional reactions are affecting your relationships or daily life, anger management therapy in NYC can help you understand your triggers and build healthier ways to respond.

Grief and Loss Counseling services offered in New York, NY

Grief and Loss Counseling

If you’re struggling with the loss of a loved one or adjusting to a major life change, grief counseling in NYC offers a supportive space to process your emotions and navigate life at your own pace.

LGBTQIA+ services offered in New York, NY

LGBTQIA+

A respectful space for LGBTQ, queer, trans and nonbinary clients, individuals and couples alike.

Ketamine Therapy

Ketamine Therapy

An option for some clients with treatment-resistant anxiety or depression, offered where clinically appropriate after an evaluation.

Mood Disorders services offered in New York, NY

Mood Disorders

If persistent mood changes, sadness or emotional ups and downs are affecting your daily life, mood disorder therapy in NYC can help you better understand your emotions and find healthier ways to manage them.

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Accepted Insurance

We accept most insurance providers. If you have specific questions regarding your coverage, please contact us for additional information.

BlueCross
OSCAR
Cigna Healthcare
Medicare
United Healthcare
Aetna
OPTUM
Oxford Health Plans
Anthem

DORAN

322 8th Ave, Suite 802

New York, NY 10001

Hours Of Operation:

Monday:            8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:            8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:      8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:          8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:                8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday:
Sunday:             8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Do you accept insurance?

Yes. We accept most major plans, including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross, Cigna, Medicare, Optum, Oscar, Oxford and UnitedHealthcare. Contact us and we will help you confirm your coverage.

Yes. You can meet at our Chelsea office or by secure video from anywhere in New York State.

EMDR is a structured therapy that helps the brain process distressing memories. It is commonly used for trauma and PTSD and can also help with anxiety. Your therapist will tell you whether it is a good fit.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy views the mind as made up of different parts, and helps you build a calmer, more compassionate relationship with them.

Yes. We welcome LGBTQ, queer, trans, nonbinary and non-monogamous clients and couples.

Tell us what you are looking for when you book, and we will help match you with a clinician whose training and style fit your needs.

We are open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

What is ethical non-monogamy?

Ethical non-monogamy consists of relationships in which partners willingly participate in connections with more than one partner. Examples of ethical non-monogamy include:

  • Polyamory: multiple romantic connections (with a partner’s consent)
  • Open relationships: outside sexual connections with consent
  • Swinging: consensual sexual relations with multiple couples
  • Throuple: three people in a relationship together 
  • Polygamy: multiple spouses
  • Polyfidelity: a closed group of multiple partners
  • Monogomish: occasional outside partners with consent

The difference between ethical non-monogamy and non-ethical non-monogamy is that in the ethical version, all partners know of other partners and give consent to these relationships.

What are potential challenges associated with ethical non-monogamy?

While many couples choose forms of ethical non-monogamy, there can be challenges associated with this lifestyle. Examples include jealousy, anxiety, depression, grief, regret, anger management concerns, and communication challenges.  

Having agreements in place and completing counseling sessions with all partners involved can help you navigate alternative relationships in a safe, healthy, and effective manner. Working with a therapist can reduce the risk of emotional distress or combat emerging challenges before they become problematic. 

Which mental health solutions are available for ethical non-monogamists?

The compassionate Doran team can help you and your partner(s) form agreements and navigate mental health concerns using:

  • Lifestyle change counseling
  • Psychotherapy 
  • Individual therapy
  • Family therapy 
  • Couples therapy
  • Group therapy 
  • Mindfulness-based therapy
  • Narrative therapy
  • Internal family systems therapy (IFS)
  • Eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy
  • Rational emotive behavioral therapy (REBT)
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

Seeing a therapist routinely for counseling can strengthen your relationship(s) and enhance your and your partner’s overall mental health and well-being. 

Other benefits associated with receiving support for ethical non-monogamous relationships include improved communication, mood enhancements, stronger love and connection, increased intimacy, and greater relationship fulfillment. 

The Doran mental health providers help members of ethical non-monogamous relationships overcome depression or other mental health concerns that may be related (or unrelated) to polyamory and other types of non-monogamy. The Doran team can meet with you in person or via convenient telehealth for therapy, medication management, or other mental health solutions.

Schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment today at Doran by phone or online for help navigating ethical non-monogamy.