The Provisional Life Part II: The Causes & Construction
By Hailey Shafir, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS A couple of months ago...
Our mission at Keep Counsel is to meet you where you are in your journey of self-discovery. We want to help you reach that version of yourself you’ve been looking for.
If you’re feeling lost, overwhelmed, or stuck—whether in your personal life, relationships, or daily routine—Keep Counsel is here to help. We believe everyone deserves a path toward becoming their best selves, overcoming obstacles, and uncovering the valuable insights hidden within their emotions. Our goal is to help guide you on this journey of healing, resilience, and self-discovery.
Keep Counsel offers individual, couples, and family counseling to support you wherever you are on your journey toward wellness. By partnering with a variety of insurance providers, we strive to make high-quality mental health care accessible and affordable.
At Keep Counsel, our therapists bring a wealth of knowledge, training, and personal connection to every session. Each of our team members specializes in unique approaches to mental health care, ensuring we meet your specific needs with evidence-based therapeutics interventions and serve as your guide to reaching the new version of yourself.
Melissa is a bilingual (Spanish and English) and bi-cultural clinical social worker trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Art Therapy, Mindfulness, and Movement and Embodiment practices like dance and yoga.
Jarrett Blaize, MSW, LCSW, earned his Master’s Degree of Social Work with a Specialization in Child Welfare: Children, Youth, and Families from the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College.
Skilled in DBT, Family dynamics, Parenting Skills and Executive Functioning. Trained in Polyvagal Therapy and specializing with Anxiety, ADHD and Mens Issues.
Trained in Multi-Systemic Therapy and Family Structural Therapy. Specializes in Couples Counseling, Premarital Counseling, and Parenting Support.
Practice Owner and Expert in Couples Counseling, specializing in ADHD, Anxiety and Couples conflicts for Adult Men.
Specializes in Women Issues, Couples Conflicts, Anxiety, Depression and the LGBTQ+ community. Stefanie has worked with family systems and high crisis adolescents.
Explore our monthly workshops and events designed to help you build skills, gain insights, and connect with others. From mindfulness training to family communication workshops, there’s something for everyone.
Hear from our clients about their experiences at Keep Counsel. Their stories reflect our dedication to providing effective, compassionate care that makes a difference.
April London2025-05-06Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wondering therapists with great therapeutic approaches. Breea Bruce2025-03-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Max is an incredible supervisor. I gained so much confidence and knowledge in my time with him. His insight and guidance is truly so so valuable. Highly highly recommend!!!! Melissa McGovern2025-03-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Max has been a very organized and supportive clinical supervisor through my licensing process. I highly recommend to those working towards full licensure, and also those wanting to develop their clinical skills. Anika Mattson2025-03-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I currently receive supervision with Max and find his expertise extremely helpful as a new clinician. Max fosters a supportive environment meeting where you are at clinically and challenging professional growth. Joseph R2025-03-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Max's supervision was instrumental in challenging me to reach my potential. He provided the direction I needed when I felt uncertain. He encouraged me to explore and develop my own therapeutic style while also giving me suggestions from his own experience. Max truly cares about his supervisees both as professionals and as people. I could not be more thankful for his mentorship. Dylan Newton2025-03-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Supervision with Max was a great experience. He was always there to offer support and guidance. Even if it wasn’t during your scheduled meeting Max was always flexible with making time later in the day to go over an issue if needed. He was always a great advocate and helped challenge you in different ways to grow as a clinician. Even after I have finished my licensure/supervision he is still a great support that I can reach out to in order to talk about work or a client situation. I highly recommend supervision with him. You won’t regret it! Alliene Knight2025-03-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Max has a remarkable ability to balance professionalism with genuine care. He has helped me work through challenges with both practical tools and deep emotional support. His expertise and empathy have made a significantly positive impact on my mental health, and I'm incredibly grateful for his guidance. I highly recommend his services to anyone seeking thoughtful, effective therapy. Sabrina Burgos2025-03-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. “Max is a great listener and creates a really comfortable space to talk. I always felt understood and walked away with a new perspective. I’m really grateful for the time I spent working with him. Joshua Weinfeld2025-03-06Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What can I say? Finding a therapist was daunting, so many choices, so many ways it could have gone. I started out with a tangible situation that I was struggling with. Something that seemed like it should have had a simple resolution. But as I unpacked it, it wasn’t so simple. When I met Max, I immediately felt like I was talking with somebody who had not just compassion for my struggle, but enough humor to help me not feel the weight of the world on my shoulders. Life is going to come at you fast, it’s better when you have someone you can trust to help you through it.
By Hailey Shafir, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS A couple of months ago...