Mary Kay Zayani

Mary Kay Zayani is a licensed clinical psychotherapist with more than 25 years of experience in counseling and mental health. She is licensed to practice as a clinical social worker in both New York and California and holds a master’s degree in clinical social work from Columbia University in New York.

From a young age she discovered a natural ability to listen, soothe, and comfort others, and she has channeled that talent into a lifelong career supporting people through traumatic events, difficult transitions, and moments when extra motivation or inspiration is needed.

Her clinical work addresses a broad range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, depression and grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family conflicts, addictions and eating disorders, career difficulties and coaching, self-esteem struggles, coping with life changes, and ADHD.

Her therapeutic approach blends strength-based and cognitive-behavioral methods with psychodynamic techniques. In session she offers a neutral, nonjudgmental presence who listens, validates, and encourages clients while helping them stabilize emotions, develop self-soothing skills, and challenge unhelpful core beliefs and cognitive distortions. Rather than telling clients what to do, she supports them in discovering answers and making choices that come from within themselves.