You’re here because you want to see real change in your life. We’re here because we believe you deserve more than a cookie-cutter therapeutic experience.
Welcome to Empower Me,
where it’s all about you,
and all about real change that lasts.
Our Story
Together, we’re creating a space where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to move forward — not just in therapy, but in life.
Meet the Team
Founder and Lead Therapist
Jen, as her clients fondly refer to her, started her mental health career with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Queens College, followed by a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Brooklyn College. After graduating, Jen first worked at a non-profit agency, where she completed an internship at a specialized school for emotionally dysregulated children. This is where her love of working with children and adolescents was sparked.
Jen then worked as a play therapist and family therapist for a period of time. She later returned to the school where she had interned, this time as a therapist, and eventually assumed a supervisory role. At this point, demand for Jen to open a private practice grew, and she ultimately left her school-based job to launch her own group practice.
Jen has continued to pursue additional training and certifications over the years, including modalities like CBT and DBT, to expand her skillset and better serve her clients.
Therapist
Lisa attended Hofstra University and received her Masters in School Counseling, then returned to complete an advanced certificate in Mental Health Counseling. Her entry into the world of mental health was through case management. Lisa later interned in a BOCES school, providing clinical therapy to students — and she never left! In the daytime, she’s a school counselor, and in the evenings working with clients at Empower Me.
Lisa works with children, adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, peer struggles, divorce, mood disorders and ADHD. She makes a point of collaborating closely with families to support their children in their struggles.
Lisa takes joy in supporting her clients through their growth every single day.
Jen, as her clients fondly refer to her, started her mental health career with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Queens College, followed by a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Brooklyn College. After graduating, Jen first worked at a non-profit agency, where she completed an internship at a specialized school for emotionally dysregulated children. This is where her love of working with children and adolescents was sparked.
Jen then worked as a play therapist and family therapist for a period of time. She later returned to the school where she had interned, this time as a therapist, and eventually assumed a supervisory role. At this point, demand for Jen to open a private practice grew, and she ultimately left her school-based job to launch her own group practice.
Jen has continued to pursue additional training and certifications over the years, including modalities like CBT and DBT, to expand her skillset and better serve her clients.
Jen, as her clients fondly refer to her, started her mental health career with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Queens College, followed by a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Brooklyn College. After graduating, Jen first worked at a non-profit agency, where she completed an internship at a specialized school for emotionally dysregulated children. This is where her love of working with children and adolescents was sparked.
Jen then worked as a play therapist and family therapist for a period of time. She later returned to the school where she had interned, this time as a therapist, and eventually assumed a supervisory role. At this point, demand for Jen to open a private practice grew, and she ultimately left her school-based job to launch her own group practice.
Jen has continued to pursue additional training and certifications over the years, including modalities like CBT and DBT, to expand her skillset and better serve her clients.
Jen, as her clients fondly refer to her, started her mental health career with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Queens College, followed by a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Brooklyn College. After graduating, Jen first worked at a non-profit agency, where she completed an internship at a specialized school for emotionally dysregulated children. This is where her love of working with children and adolescents was sparked.
Jen then worked as a play therapist and family therapist for a period of time. She later returned to the school where she had interned, this time as a therapist, and eventually assumed a supervisory role. At this point, demand for Jen to open a private practice grew, and she ultimately left her school-based job to launch her own group practice.
Jen has continued to pursue additional training and certifications over the years, including modalities like CBT and DBT, to expand her skillset and better serve her clients.
What we do
Our Approach
At Empower Me, therapy is about more than venting — it’s about growing. We meet clients where they are, equip them with tools to move forward, and walk alongside them as they build confidence, resilience, and stronger relationships. Whether supporting a struggling child, overwhelmed parent, disconnected couple, or growth-oriented adult, we bring heart, skill, and a deep commitment to our clients’ goals.
Because no two situations are alike, we approach each session with a tailored mix of evidence-based modalities to meet each clients’ unique needs. Our holistic approach is a key element of our clients’ success — we work with the broader family system, schools, and communities to ensure that our clients are able to succeed in every aspect of their lives.