Culturally Informed Mental Health Services in NYC
Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lassiter:
Helping People Heal and Thrive in New York City
Race
Gender Identity
Sexual Orientation
Chronic Health Conditions
Creativity (Performers, Artists, Musicians, Actors)
Couples
Activist and Social Justice Warriors
High-achieving Professionals
Black Professionals
Black Lawyers
Black Doctors
Wall Street Financial Professionals
Race Gender Identity Sexual Orientation Chronic Health Conditions Creativity (Performers, Artists, Musicians, Actors) Couples Activist and Social Justice Warriors High-achieving Professionals Black Professionals Black Lawyers Black Doctors Wall Street Financial Professionals
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Specialties
At the core of my practice is the commitment to helping individuals and communities flourish by addressing their unique challenges in a culturally affirming and supportive way.
I specialize in helping:
High-Achieving Professionals, Artists, and Activists
From diverse racial, sexual, and gender identities facing challenges such as burnout, workplace discrimination, isolation, stress, family conflict, anxiety, or mood disorders. Together, we’ll draw strength from your cultural identity to foster healing and help you thrive.
Same-Sex Couples
Struggling to reconnect or communicate effectively. I’ll guide you in building stronger communication skills, enhancing emotional intelligence, and working together as a unified team.
Individuals with Sickle Cell Anemia and Their Loved Ones
Coping with feelings of hopelessness, anxiety, or burnout. I’ll help you develop practical coping strategies to show up for yourself and your loved ones with resilience and compassion.
Some obstacles you may be dealing with:
Burnout
Stress management
Self-doubt
Imposter syndrome
Coping with discrimination
Depression
Anxiety
Coping with being a public figure
Family drama
Toxic relationship patterns
Trauma
Guilt related to success
Religious and spiritual concerns
Chronic pain
Medical illness
Caregiver concerns
Finding a therapist in NYC who truly understands your experiences and offers support without judgment can make all the difference. My goal is to create a safe and affirming space where individuals and couples feel empowered to explore challenges, embrace strengths, and build meaningful lives.
Meet Dr. Lassiter
A psychologist in New York City who will partner with you, help you find solutions, recognize and enhance your strengths.
Having earned a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a focus on culture and health, I now bring lessons from my education, my own life, and over a decade of professional clinical and research experience to guide you on your journey of healing and thriving.
I’m a Black same-gender-loving man born with Sickle Cell Anemia who knows what it’s like to move through life navigating illness, family hurt, discrimination, and toxic relationships. Let me help you thrive despite it all.
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Services Offered
Individual Therapy
One-on-one sessions to help you overcome personal challenges and enhance your mental health.
Relationship Therapy
Specialized couples counseling for same-sex & LGBTQ+ partners, focusing on communication, trust, & intimacy.
Coaching
A structured, collaborative process designed to help you gain clarity, enhance confidence, and achieve personal and professional success.
For those in the New York, NY area seeking compassionate guidance from someone who shares and understands your lived experiences, I offer a space where you can feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Research
that Centers Marginalized Voices
Black LGBT Health in the United States focuses on the mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of health, and considers both risk and resiliency factors for the Black LGBT population.
