Melissa Millian Katz, LCSW
Online Therapy in New York & Connecticut for Adults, Teens & Families
You Don’t Have To Navigate This Alone
Maybe you’ve been holding it together for everyone else, but inside, you’re exhausted.
Maybe you’ve tried to “think positive” or “just push through,” yet the anxiety or sadness keeps showing up. Or maybe you’ve noticed your teen pulling away, your partner feeling distant, or your own sense of self fading under the weight of everything you’re managing.
If you’ve been wondering, “Is this just how life is going to feel from now on?” The short answer is no, it doesn’t have to be.
I’m Melissa Millian Katz, a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist offering online therapy in New York and Connecticut. I help adults, teens, and families who want to feel more confident, connected, and steady, even when life throws you curveballs.
My clients often share that our sessions feel different than working with other therapists: warmer, more human, and less like they’re being “analyzed.” Therapy with me is about feeling safe enough to share what’s really going on, and supported enough to start making changes that matter.
Why People Seek Me Out
Everyone arrives in therapy carrying their own story, but certain themes come up again and again. Many of the people I meet are:
- Living with overwhelm, anxiety, or chronic worry
- Moving through sadness, grief, or depression
- Coping with cancer or chronic illness—whether as a patient or a caregiver
- Parents stretched thin, whether with newborns, juggling work and family, navigating teen struggles, or adjusting to an empty nest
- Teens working through self-esteem challenges, school pressure, or friendship worries
- Women feeling anxious, burned out, stuck, or unfulfilled in their roles as mothers, partners, or professionals
- Men experiencing anxiety or depression, questioning their future, or feeling uncertain in their roles as fathers and partners
Sometimes it’s one big life event that brings you here. Other times, it’s the build up of too many responsibilities, too many sleepless nights, and too many “I’m fine” responses when you’re anything but fine. Whatever brought you here, the first step is knowing you don’t have to keep doing this on your own.
If you’re curious about my approach and whether we’re a good fit, I’m always happy to talk.
Testimonials
My Approach To Therapy
Therapy is most effective when you feel truly understood. I don’t sit behind a clipboard or listen in total silence for an hour. I show up as a real person, curious about your life and what has brought you to this place.
My clients often tell me that sessions with me don’t feel like therapy they’ve had before; there’s no cold distance or rigid agenda. Instead, you’ll find an open, comfortable space where you can speak freely, and where I’ll meet you with empathy, curiosity, and honesty.
In my work I draw from:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) — to help you challenge negative thought patterns and build healthier coping skills
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) — to support emotional regulation, resilience, and relationships
- Psychodynamic talk therapy — to explore how past experiences shape present challenges and possibilities
We’ll adapt these tools to fit you, whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, parenting struggles, or relationship issues. Whatever brings you to therapy can be fit into a treatment plan that makes sense for your life right now.
Who I Work With
Parents
Parents
Teens
Teens
Chronic Illness & Cancer
Chronic Illness & Cancer
Women’s Mental Health
Women’s Mental Health
Men’s Mental Health
Men’s Mental Health
Why Clients Choose To Work With Me
You have options when it comes to therapy. So the big question is, why work with me?
Real Connection
Clients often say, “I can’t believe I found someone who really gets me.”
Comfort and Safety
You can share without fear of judgment, even the thoughts you’ve never told anyone. This includes men looking for a safe space to talk openly about stress, relationships, and life changes.
Experience and empathy
I bring not just clinical expertise, but also the lived experience of parenting, navigating family challenges, and facing health issues.
Flexible online sessions
Whether you’re in Westchester, Greenwich, Stamford, or anywhere in New York or Connecticut, therapy is just a secure video call away.
Getting Started Is Simple
1
Reach out for a free 15-minute consultation
Let’s talk about what’s going on and see if we’re a good fit to work together.
2
Schedule your first online session
Once we’re assured it’s a match, I’ll send you a secure link so we can chat via video. There’s no commuting and no waiting rooms to manage.
3
Begin your therapy journey
Therapy is a process that takes time but is deeply rewarding. We’ll work together on how to achieve the changes you desire for your life at a pace that feels right.
You Don’t Need To Have It All Figured Out Before You Start
You might be coming to therapy with a clear idea of what you want to work on, or you might just know you can’t keep feeling this way. Either way, you can start from exactly where you are, even if all you can say is, I’m tired and I need help.
Therapy with me gives you room to breathe, to untangle the thoughts you’ve been carrying, and to be met with understanding instead of judgment. Whether you’re here for yourself, your teen, or your family, we’ll take this one step at a time, together.
If you’re looking for a psychotherapist near me, need an anxiety therapist in New York, or want to explore online therapy in Connecticut, I invite you to reach out today.
Ready To Start? Let’s Talk
If you’re looking for a therapist who understands what you’re going through, someone warm, thoughtful, and experienced, I’d be honored to connect with you. Schedule a free consultation and let’s talk about what’s going on, what you’ve been carrying, and what healing could look like for you.