Richard Sussman(He/Him/His)

Richard Sussman is a warm, highly experienced therapist who works with both individuals and couples seeking greater self-awareness, emotional healing, and personal growth. He specializes in helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, infidelity, anger, grief, low self-esteem and life transitions. His clients often express how stress, shame, or a lack of self-acceptance have impacted their ability to feel present, fulfilled and connected.

Richard uniquely integrates Western psychotherapy with Eastern practices and principles, including mindfulness and meditation. Drawing on decades of professional experience and the study of contemplative practices, he guides clients to not only address current challenges, but to also develop a deeper relationship with the present moment and themselves. He believes that true healing happens when we learn to meet ourselves and each other with compassion, awareness and acceptance.

With a compassionate, practical, grounding and insightful therapeutic style, Rich offers a safe, supportive space where you can explore difficult emotions, let go of blame, shame and guilt, and connect with your vitality and inherent wholeness. His approach is collaborative and non-judgmental, helping you turn breakdowns into breakthroughs.

Rich earned his Master’s degree in Social Work and has decades of experience in both psychotherapy and mindfulness-based practices. He offers in-person sessions at his Upper West Side NYC and Weston, CT offices and online therapy for clients anywhere in NY and CT.