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Welcome to Artful Couples Therapy online counseling in NYC!



What is Artful Couples Therapy?

Artful Couples Therapy is a private psychotherapy practice in New York City. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist treating individuals, couples, and families experiencing relational distress. I specialize in couples therapy, and offer committed-relationship counseling, pre-marital counseling, and marriage counseling.

My Approach

Couples therapy is an intimate process that involves more than skill--it requires artistry. Your relationship is unique, nuanced, and complicated. You may need someone to help you navigate issues specific to your relationship or marriage. My job is to gently untangle the complex web you have woven.

My work as a Marriage and Family Therapist is informed by decades of experience in the professional performing arts. After enjoying a rich career as a singer, writer, producer, and voiceover actor, I transitioned to the field of mental health. Skills I honed in the theatre—active listening, trust-building, and authentic communication—are the basis of productive therapeutic relationships and serve my patients well.

Relationships are not linear, and neither is couples therapy. The best place to start is in the here and now. Addressing what is happening in the moment leads to understanding, empathy, possibility, change, and a healthier future.

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About Ivy Austin



Credentials

LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New York State. #002193

NPI #1396404281

Current Work

Adjunct Professor; Supervisor of Mft Graduate Interns at Parnes Clinic

Yeshiva University, Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, New York

Psychotherapist; Supervisor of Mft Graduate Interns; Couples Therapy

Metropolitan Center for Mental Health

Mental Health Counseling Staff

Manhattan School of Music

Education and Training

M.S. Marriage and Family Therapy

Manhattan College

Post-baccalaureate Pre-medical Courses

Columbia University School of General Studies

b.a. Biology/Biological Sciences

Colgate University

Divorce Mediation

Center for Mediation & Training

Suicide Prevention Training

Metropolitan Center for Mental Health

Emotionally Focused Therapy Externship

K. de Bruin, Certified ICEEFT Supervisor and Trainer

Kestenberg Movement Profile

M. Johnson PhD, Certified KMP Analyst

Trauma Systems Therapy

Family Services of Westchester

Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1

Manhattan College School of Health Professions

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More About Artful Couples Therapy


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Relax, You Are In Good Hands

Starting couples therapy is a brave undertaking. I am certain the thought of airing out your dirty laundry in front of a complete stranger makes you feel uncomfortable and overwhelmed. Please take a breath, and try to relax. Helping couples is what I do, and making you comfortable is my job.

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Goals

This is your therapy, and we work to achieve your goals. I am here to support you, your partner, and your family as you move forward. I will help you clarify and establish practical and realistic goals. If your desire is to heal and enhance your relationship, that is what we will work on. If you have a specific issue causing you distress, that is what we will address.

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It Takes Two

You each have your own unique version of the facts related to why your relationship has deteriorated. You each believe you are right. Communication has broken down, and emotions are running high. Chances are, you are blaming all this dysfunction on your partner. But, there are two sides to every story.

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Contact Information

Email:

info@artfulcouplestherapy.com

Phone:

(888) 601-3303

To request an appointment, please call, email, or click the button below.

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Online Services


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15 min | Free

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Individual Therapy

45 min | $175

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1 hr | $225

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Frequently Asked Questions


What is an LMFT?

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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, like psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, and psychiatric nurses, are recognized as “core” mental health professionals. As an LMFT, I am trained in psychotherapy and family systems theory. I address a wide range of emotional and psychological issues including, but not limited to, depression; anxiety; relational distress; premarital and marital conflict; intimacy issues; parent-child relationships; communication problems; child and adolescent behavior issues; substance abuse; mood disorders; eating disorders; short and long-term mental health issues; grief and loss; and separation and divorce.

What therapy modality do you practice?

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I take an eclectic approach to therapy. I integrate concepts and select techniques from a variety of evidence-based therapy modalities. A multifaceted approach allows me to address the unique needs of each individual, couple, or family. I think holistically, and take into account your emotional, physical, social, and spiritual needs.

Is Artful Couples Therapy only for artists?

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You don’t have to be an artist to come to Artful Couples Therapy. However, my background has made me especially sensitive to struggles experienced by creative and performing artists, including financial instability; performance anxiety; gender and beauty constructs; self-esteem issues; ageism; sexism; the audition/rejection cycle; incompatible schedules; touring; career transitions; and separating the status of one’s arts career from one’s identity.

Do you take insurance?

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I do not take insurance. I will provide you with a receipt to submit to your insurance carrier for out-of-network reimbursement.

Do you ever meet with people in person?

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Artful Couples Therapy is an online psychotherapy practice.

How do I pay for teleheath therapy sessions?

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I try to make it as easy as possible for my clients. Most people use Venmo or PayPal. If you prefer another app, that can be arranged.

What is your cancellation policy?

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When we begin working together, I will ask for your credit card information to keep on file. I require a minimum of 24 hours’ notice for cancellations and rescheduling. If you cancel with less than 24 hours’ notice, or you are a no-show, your card will be charged in full for the session.

What if my partner doesn’t want to attend couples counseling?

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Very often, one person in a couple desires couples therapy while the partner resists. That’s why I recommend a 15-minute video consultation, at no charge. You will each have an opportunity to speak to the issues and learn about the couples therapy process.

How long does couples therapy take?

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It depends on the issues at hand, as well as your finances. I work with couples for periods ranging from three months to two years. We can discuss and design a schedule that fits your needs.



Thank you to the artists!


Art Credits

  1. Le Mariage Mélancolique (1921) by Charles Martin
  2. Musician (1918) by Charles Demuth
  3. Dancer (1880) by Edgar Degas
  4. Starry Night Over the Rhone (1888) by Vincent Van Gogh
  5. Brooding Woman (1891) by Paul Gauguin
  6. Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Wase (1924) by George Wesley Bellows
  7. Help (1914-1918) by David Henry Souter
  8. Dancing Couple in the Snow (1928) by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
  9. At Eternity's Gate (1890) by Vincent Van Gogh
  10. Sirmione (1913) by John Singer Sargent
  11. Myself: Portrait Landscape (1890) by Henri Rousseau
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