Taking New Clients!

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Taking New Clients! ⋆˙⟡

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Come as you are, leave who you’re meant to be.

Whether you’re stuck in a spiral of what-ifs, trying to process your past, or just craving a space to explore who you are - this is the place for you.

At The Identity Space, we believe healing should feel human. It’s a space to find yourself - and who you’ve always been underneath the noise.

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Our Mission

Therapy here centers identity as a core part of healing - grounded in care that’s affirming, trauma-informed, & deeply aware of the systems that shape us. We honor all parts of you, including the ones the world has tried to silence.

Read more about Our Mission & Values

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Meet the Founder

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Hey, I’m Deanna!

(she / her)

…your friendly neighborhood queer therapist, born & raised in Queens, NY, and just a down-to-earth human with a therapy license.

I work with LGBTQ+ folks & anyone navigating trauma, OCD, anxiety, perfectionism, or big life transitions.

Whether you're stuck in your head, figuring out who you are, or riding out 2am thought spirals - you’ve come to the right place!

Services Offered

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Earth toned eye with a flower in the middle and the word "EMDR" underneath it. Representing the eye in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy for trauma and PTSD. EMDR is offered by this practice virtually to clients in New York City

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An earth toned rainbow with a swirl design that says "LGBTQ+ Affirming Care" under it. Representing virtual mental health therapy for LGBTQ+ folks in New York that supports identity exploration (gender and sexuality) & is queer affirming.

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Our Team

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Deanna Aliperti, LCSW

Founder | Psychotherapist

(she/her)

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June Rose Cohen, MHC-LP

Psychotherapist

(they/she)

Let’s Chat!

Want to schedule a FREE 15 minute consultation call to see if we’re a good fit? Have any question about working with us?

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