Mengtian Dong (she/they)

“Mengtian does an amazing job at asking the right questions. I have nothing but good things to say about her. She was amazing and extremely helpful.”

Working with Mengtian [pronounced Mung-tian] …

Together we will build a space where you feel understood and empowered to make the changes you desire. Exploring your challenging thoughts, emotions and behaviors, let’s uncover why you feel lost, stuck, and unsatisfied in your life. 

By learning how to connect with yourself and others in a more authentic and liberating way, you can turn insights into meaningful, values-driven actions that lead to greater fulfillment in all of your relationships.

I work well with professionals, college students, international, and LGBTQ+ individuals coping with anxiety, depression, perfectionism, family conflicts, OCD, PTSD and complex trauma, grief and loneliness. 

I also provide couples counseling to partners to improve communication, resolve conflict, address sexual issues and develop a more fulfilling and meaningful relationship.

As an Asian queer woman, I enjoy empowering my clients to understand their intersectionality, challenge social expectations and achieve their goals. I know what it is like to experience the hurt and the joy of redefining yourself on your own terms and finding your people.

If you’re a master of hiding your true self, and are getting tired of it, I can help. In our work together, you will re-discover the freedom of self-expression to your heart’s content without overwhelming feelings of shame, guilt, anger, or loneliness.

Let us find and celebrate you.

我希望随着我们的咨询，你能够感受到被看见，被接住，能够更自由地行走在咨询室以外的空间里。让我们一起，找到你。

Education and Experience…

I received a Master’s degree in Counseling and Mental Health Wellness and an Advanced Certificate in LGBT Health, Education, and Social Services from New York University. I have provided individual and group therapy in various settings, including community clinics, high schools and university counseling centers.

Being extensively trained in relational psychodynamic approach for the past few years, I hold a deep faith in the healing power of therapeutic relationships. I incorporate techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and grounding exercises (muscle relaxation, diaphragmatic breathing, etc.) into our sessions as needed. I have also received Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) training from the Beck Institute and bereavement counseling training from Calvary Hospital.

Prior to becoming a therapist, I was a comprehensive sexuality education trainer and completed my Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Renmin University of China.

I can’t wait to get to know you.

Call 646-586-3311 to schedule your free, 15 minute consultation.

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