About Us
Dr. Tyson Furr - Director
The son of an Experimental and School Psychologist, Dr. Furr grew up in an
environment that encouraged curiosity about and the application of knowledge and the humanities to help individuals attain their goals in life. Dr. Furr has worked in a diverse set of clinical settings, from virtually all parts of society and has taught classes in Mindfulness, Relationships and Social Psychology.
Dr. Furr has helped men and women of all sexual orientation with eating disorders, anxiety disorders, substance abuse, psychotic disorders, marital difficulties and sexual trauma. Dr. Furr has also helped combat veterans overcome Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and remains committed to helping veterans recover and adjust to life after military service.
Dr. Furr graduated with a B.A. in Psychology from the University of California at Santa Cruz, where he participated in conducting research in Social Psychology and studied under the noted Social Psychologist Elliot Aronson. There, Dr. Furr learned the factors of attraction in relationships, the danger of distorted self-justifying when one does not live according to one's values, the powerful influence of environment on individuals behavior, and the importance of awareness of one's bias in social situations...READ MORE
environment that encouraged curiosity about and the application of knowledge and the humanities to help individuals attain their goals in life. Dr. Furr has worked in a diverse set of clinical settings, from virtually all parts of society and has taught classes in Mindfulness, Relationships and Social Psychology.
Dr. Furr has helped men and women of all sexual orientation with eating disorders, anxiety disorders, substance abuse, psychotic disorders, marital difficulties and sexual trauma. Dr. Furr has also helped combat veterans overcome Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and remains committed to helping veterans recover and adjust to life after military service.
Dr. Furr graduated with a B.A. in Psychology from the University of California at Santa Cruz, where he participated in conducting research in Social Psychology and studied under the noted Social Psychologist Elliot Aronson. There, Dr. Furr learned the factors of attraction in relationships, the danger of distorted self-justifying when one does not live according to one's values, the powerful influence of environment on individuals behavior, and the importance of awareness of one's bias in social situations...READ MORE
Dr. Laura Kohberger
Laura Kohberger, Ph.D., is a supervising psychologist at Herald Square Psychology. After graduating with a B.A. in Psychology and Spanish from Wagner College in New York, Dr. Kohberger continued to pursue her graduate studies at the New School for Social Research in New York, first earning her M.A. in general psychology and then her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Kohberger’s specialties include working with individuals suffering from trauma and Posttraumatic stress disorder, adjustment difficulties, depression and anxiety, issues related to grief and loss, interpersonal difficulties, self-esteem and identity concerns, and substance abuse
Dr. Kohberger began her clinical training at Beth Israel Medical Center by working on an inpatient unit for adults. In addition, as a doctoral student she participated as a part of the Brief Psychotherapy Research Program at Beth Israel Medical Center, which provides short-term specialized treatment for various emotional and interpersonal difficulties of a longstanding nature, including problems with anxiety and depression. At the Brief Psychotherapy Research Program, Dr. Kohberger was actively committed to psychotherapy process research in understanding the factors that contribute to therapeutic change and clients experiencing improvement over the course of treatment. For her Dissertation, Dr. Kohberger explored how different therapists’ characteristics and therapeutic interventions contributed to client treatment gains. She specifically investigated how repairing ruptures or difficulties in the therapeutic relationship related to therapeutic change and treatment outcome...READ MORE
Dr. Kohberger began her clinical training at Beth Israel Medical Center by working on an inpatient unit for adults. In addition, as a doctoral student she participated as a part of the Brief Psychotherapy Research Program at Beth Israel Medical Center, which provides short-term specialized treatment for various emotional and interpersonal difficulties of a longstanding nature, including problems with anxiety and depression. At the Brief Psychotherapy Research Program, Dr. Kohberger was actively committed to psychotherapy process research in understanding the factors that contribute to therapeutic change and clients experiencing improvement over the course of treatment. For her Dissertation, Dr. Kohberger explored how different therapists’ characteristics and therapeutic interventions contributed to client treatment gains. She specifically investigated how repairing ruptures or difficulties in the therapeutic relationship related to therapeutic change and treatment outcome...READ MORE
Dr. Jason Styka
Are you feeling sad, down, or exhausted? Do you often feel overwhelmed with worry and fear? Are you feeling stuck in a rut or constantly stressed out? If so, please know that you are not alone! Many of my clients begin therapy with me because they are struggling with persistent and overwhelming feelings of sadness or fear, are struggling in their relationships, or are feeling stressed out and stuck. My clients leave therapy feeling relief from their emotional pain, with deeper insight and specific tools that help them to thrive personally and professionally, and to lead more fulfilling lives.
Whether you are seeking relief from prolonged sadness, overwhelming stress, excessive worry, relationship difficulties, sexuality issues, addiction, or are looking to get unstuck and move forward, I believe I can help. Together, we will work to uncover unhelpful patterns and to develop the skills necessary for you to make positive and lasting changes.
I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for anyone, irrespective of ethnicity or sexual orientation, to explore even the most difficult of topics. Through extensive training in a variety of treatment approaches I have a number of treatment tools at my disposal. Together we will find the tools that will help you to heal.
Whether you are seeking relief from prolonged sadness, overwhelming stress, excessive worry, relationship difficulties, sexuality issues, addiction, or are looking to get unstuck and move forward, I believe I can help. Together, we will work to uncover unhelpful patterns and to develop the skills necessary for you to make positive and lasting changes.
I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for anyone, irrespective of ethnicity or sexual orientation, to explore even the most difficult of topics. Through extensive training in a variety of treatment approaches I have a number of treatment tools at my disposal. Together we will find the tools that will help you to heal.
Dr. Melissa Melkumov
Melissa Melkumov, Psy.D., is a psychologist at Herald Square Psychology. Dr. Melkumov understands that therapy can mean different things for different people. Some people may be seeking help with a specific problem in their life, such as feelings of depression and anxiety. Others may be looking to improve their ability to navigate personal, academic or professional relationships. Yet others may want to explore and better understand their patterns of thoughts and feelings. No matter what is bringing someone to therapy, Dr. Melkumov works with her clients to create a supportive environment where clients feel safe to openly express themselves and address their problems head on. She views therapy as a process in which clients gain valuable insights about themselves and move closer to reaching their personal goals. She considers culture, ethnicity, religious background, gender identity, and sexual orientation to be core aspects of identity and sensitively incorporates these topics into the therapeutic process. Dr. Melkumov has been trained in psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and trauma-focused therapy and she can tailor her approach to an individual’s unique needs. Her specialties include working with individuals suffering from mood and anxiety disorders, trauma/posttraumatic stress disorder, interpersonal difficulties, stressful life transitions, grief, family conflict, self-esteem concerns, relationship issues and anger management. She conducts individual and couples therapy and provides psychodiagnostic and neuropsychological evaluations.
Dr. Melkumov received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and German Language from the University of Michigan. She went on to earn her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University - Post Campus. Her doctoral dissertation was a qualitative study examining the spouses of 9/11 first responders. It was an in depth exploration of first responder culture, the widespread impact of trauma, and resiliency...READ MORE
Dr. Melkumov received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and German Language from the University of Michigan. She went on to earn her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University - Post Campus. Her doctoral dissertation was a qualitative study examining the spouses of 9/11 first responders. It was an in depth exploration of first responder culture, the widespread impact of trauma, and resiliency...READ MORE
Dr. Noel Hunter
Life can be hard…and it can be exciting, fulfilling, rewarding, and meaningful! Trauma, oppression, chronic stress, loneliness, or just feeling like you can't quite measure up - these experiences can be challenging to overcome, interfere with our ability to find joy in life, and make it difficult to connect with others. No one should have to figure it out on their own. I believe that healthy and supportive relationships are the key to building strength, learning to believe in ourselves, moving through our past, and feeling empowered to become the amazing person one already is inside.
As a therapist, I believe that it is important to support the client's uniqueness, help them find their own path in life, and to value each person as an expert on his or her own life. My approach draws on a number of therapeutic modalities and is designed to fit individual needs in a collaborative and person-centered manner. My decade of experience as a personal trainer, prior to becoming a psychologist, has also taught me the profound importance of physical activity and the mind-body connection.
I specialize in working with trauma, dissociation, psychosis, and coming-of-age issues, and have trained in diverse settings with many walks of life. Certifications include: Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment (SMART), Trauma Art Narrative Therapy, and American Red Cross Training in Disaster Mental Health Services. My research and publications have focused on the intersection of dissociation and psychosis, the subjective experience of individuals in emotional distress, and the need for increased awareness of the effects of trauma and oppression. I have taught classes at a number of institutions and currently am teaching at New York University.
As a therapist, I believe that it is important to support the client's uniqueness, help them find their own path in life, and to value each person as an expert on his or her own life. My approach draws on a number of therapeutic modalities and is designed to fit individual needs in a collaborative and person-centered manner. My decade of experience as a personal trainer, prior to becoming a psychologist, has also taught me the profound importance of physical activity and the mind-body connection.
I specialize in working with trauma, dissociation, psychosis, and coming-of-age issues, and have trained in diverse settings with many walks of life. Certifications include: Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment (SMART), Trauma Art Narrative Therapy, and American Red Cross Training in Disaster Mental Health Services. My research and publications have focused on the intersection of dissociation and psychosis, the subjective experience of individuals in emotional distress, and the need for increased awareness of the effects of trauma and oppression. I have taught classes at a number of institutions and currently am teaching at New York University.
Dr. Jaclyn Levy
Jaclyn M. Levy, Ph.D is a Post-doctoral psychology resident at Herald Square Psychology. Dr. Levy approaches psychotherapy through an integrative lens - bringing together interpersonal, attachment-based and behavioral perspectives – with the goal of providing excellent care individually tailored to each person's needs. By building a relationship centered on trust, Dr. Levy creates a safe environment from which each person can begin to explore, heal, and grow – ultimately ready to live the genuine and fulfilling life everyone deserves.
After graduating with a combined B.A./M.A. degree in Psychology from The New School with certificates in Art Therapy and Substance Abuse Counseling (CASAC certified), Dr. Levy continued to pursue her graduate studies at The New School for Social Research, earning her Ph.D in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Levy’s specialties include: working with individuals who have experienced early childhood traumas; parenting skills and concerns; couples counseling; grief and loss; interpersonal struggles; adjustment difficulties, depression and anxiety; self-esteem and identity concerns; and, substance abuse...READ MORE
After graduating with a combined B.A./M.A. degree in Psychology from The New School with certificates in Art Therapy and Substance Abuse Counseling (CASAC certified), Dr. Levy continued to pursue her graduate studies at The New School for Social Research, earning her Ph.D in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Levy’s specialties include: working with individuals who have experienced early childhood traumas; parenting skills and concerns; couples counseling; grief and loss; interpersonal struggles; adjustment difficulties, depression and anxiety; self-esteem and identity concerns; and, substance abuse...READ MORE
Dr. Magamet Borlakov
Magamet R. Borlakov, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist at Herald Square Psychology. Dr. Borlakov understands that therapeutic needs are shaped by a person’s unique cultural worldview and experiences. He considers race, ethnicity, culture, religion, sex, gender,sexual orientation, and class when working to tailor treatment for adult clients. Dr. Borlakov has been trained in psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), humanistic therapy, and motivational interviewing. He has received specialized training in LGBTQ mental health counseling.
Dr. Borlakov earned his B.A. in Psychology and Women’s/Gender Studies from Rutgers University and continued his studies at the New School for Social Research where he earned his M.A. in general psychology. Dr. Borlakov sought out a culturally informed doctoral program and completed his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology in San Francisco. Dr. Borlakov completed his doctoral internship at the James J. Peters Veterans Administration Medical Center in the Bronx, NY. He completed his postdoctoral hours as a psychology fellow in the Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic at the Bellevue Hospital Center in NYC. Dr. Borlakov’s training experiences have included residential substance abuse treatment, neuropsychological assessment, cognitive remediation, individual/group therapies, and community mental health.
Dr. Borlakov’s diverse training experiences and culturally informed clinical approach allow him to provide a therapeutic experience that is empathic, non-judgmental, and safe.
Dr. Borlakov earned his B.A. in Psychology and Women’s/Gender Studies from Rutgers University and continued his studies at the New School for Social Research where he earned his M.A. in general psychology. Dr. Borlakov sought out a culturally informed doctoral program and completed his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology in San Francisco. Dr. Borlakov completed his doctoral internship at the James J. Peters Veterans Administration Medical Center in the Bronx, NY. He completed his postdoctoral hours as a psychology fellow in the Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic at the Bellevue Hospital Center in NYC. Dr. Borlakov’s training experiences have included residential substance abuse treatment, neuropsychological assessment, cognitive remediation, individual/group therapies, and community mental health.
Dr. Borlakov’s diverse training experiences and culturally informed clinical approach allow him to provide a therapeutic experience that is empathic, non-judgmental, and safe.
Dr. Yishai Barkhordari
My clients are met first and foremost with understanding of their needs and who they are. Open-minded curiosity and unconditional caring form the foundation of our work to clearly formulate and best address their needs together.
Sometimes we simply need a few strategies to cope with life's challenges. Other times, something deeper may feel like it is missing, or aspects of our past and present relationships, feelings, and thoughts are at play. Making connections between the past and present in a safe, therapeutic space often reduces the hold that our past may have on us.
For couples, aspects of each partner interact with one another and may at times result in frustrating or challenging interactions, patterns, and experiences. Learning to skillfully identify and address your own and your partner's complex wants, needs, emotions, and reactions is the key to lasting joy and love.
As a post-doctoral psychology resident at Herald Square Psychology, I bring years of clinical experience working with children, college students, and adults from diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds on issues ranging from anxiety, depression, and substance use to sexual orientation, intimacy, and parenting. I earned my B.A. from Yeshiva University, and my M.S. and PhD. degrees from Fordham University.
Sometimes we simply need a few strategies to cope with life's challenges. Other times, something deeper may feel like it is missing, or aspects of our past and present relationships, feelings, and thoughts are at play. Making connections between the past and present in a safe, therapeutic space often reduces the hold that our past may have on us.
For couples, aspects of each partner interact with one another and may at times result in frustrating or challenging interactions, patterns, and experiences. Learning to skillfully identify and address your own and your partner's complex wants, needs, emotions, and reactions is the key to lasting joy and love.
As a post-doctoral psychology resident at Herald Square Psychology, I bring years of clinical experience working with children, college students, and adults from diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds on issues ranging from anxiety, depression, and substance use to sexual orientation, intimacy, and parenting. I earned my B.A. from Yeshiva University, and my M.S. and PhD. degrees from Fordham University.
Dr. Tara Brennan
Tara Brennan, Ph.D. is a post-doctoral psychology fellow at Herald Square Psychology. Her approach to psychotherapy is integrated – dependent on each client’s goals and presenting problems. She has an active, collaborative approach to treatment. Dr. Brennan incorporates treatment interventions from multiple modalities, relying most heavily on Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Psychodynamic approaches. She specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, adult survivors of early trauma, adult ADHD, multicultural issues, life transitions, and sleep difficulties... READ MORE
Dr. Christina Gille
Dr. Gille is a post-doctoral psychology resident at Herald Square Psychology. Dr. Gille completed her undergraduate studies in New York, earning an A.S. in Criminal Justice from Nassau Community College and her B.A. in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Dr. Gille continued on to graduate studies, earning her M.A. and PsyD. in Clinical Forensic Psychology from Alliant International University in San Diego, California...READ MORE
Dr. Vena Budhan
Vena Budhan, Ph.D., earned her doctorate in clinical psychology from Palo Alto University with a concentration in clinical neuroscience and women's health through a consortium program with Stanford University School of Medicine. Prior to pursuing her doctoral studies in the San Francisco Bay Area, Dr. Budhan received her B.A. in psychology from Hofstra University on Long Island and her M.A. in general psychology from The New School for Social Research in New York City. Dr. Budhan’s approach to treatment is integrated and individually tailored to meet the specific immediate and long-term goals of each patient. She incorporates treatment modalities from numerous evidence-based approaches in order to provide the highest quality care... READ MORE
Dr. Michael Zwirblia
Sometimes we encounter challenging moments in our lives that bring us to therapy so that we can find a way to cope or think about the challenge differently. Most importantly, we need a place to feel safe and accepted while we talk through these challenges. The therapeutic relationship is one that supports change, encourages growth and new perspectives, and is a testing ground for new ways of managing and expressing feelings. The change begins in therapy and spreads to other areas of your relationships such that you have the potential to feel more in control, valued, and genuine in your life’s pursuits.
My years of experience that led up to a post-doctoral residency at Herald Square Psychology include helping a wide variety of people in a number of different settings from private practice and a psychiatric unit to community mental health. I have treated children, parents, couples, adults, and clients of many ethnic and racial, gender, and sexual identities with challenges of being in crisis, fearing abandonment and rejection, relationship distress, anxiety, and depression. I earned a bachelor of arts degree from American International College, and a master of science degree and a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Carlos Albizu University in Miami, FL.