About
Meet Brett Terrien,
Licensed Therapist Supporting Recovery and Mental Wellness
For over two decades, I’ve had the privilege of supporting diverse communities and complex journeys. My practice warmly welcomes LGBTQ+ individuals, artists, medical professionals, and people exploring alternative relationship styles such as polyamory and consensual non-monogamy. Here, you’ll find a judgment-free space where you can authentically discuss any aspect of your life – including topics that might feel taboo elsewhere.
My Approach
to Healing
I believe in combining traditional therapeutic methods with alternative treatments for anxiety and depression, creating a holistic approach that addresses both immediate concerns and deeper patterns. If you’re struggling with low self-esteem and anxiety, we’ll work together to build your confidence and develop practical tools for managing daily challenges.
Specialized
Support for Your
Unique Journey
My expertise centers on helping clients navigate relationship difficulties, whether that’s finding meaningful connections, healing from past hurts, or processing significant losses. If you’re someone who lives primarily in your head and wants to develop a deeper emotional awareness, we’ll collaborate to bridge that gap. Through online therapy options that fit your schedule, we’ll work on building self-worth and creating lasting change. I offer flexible online therapy options, including a limited number of evening appointments, to accommodate your schedule. All virtual sessions take place through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform, ensuring your privacy and comfort. In-person therapy is available at my office in Manhattan.
Areas of Focus
Relationships & Intimacy
Supportive relationship therapy embracing emotional healing, sexual expression, and diverse relationship styles.
Supportive relationship therapy embracing emotional healing, sexual expression, and diverse relationship styles.
- Emotionally focused couples therapy
- Kink, BDSM, and Fetish
- Monogamy, consensual non-monogamy, and polyamory
- Healing from breakups and relationship trauma
Personal Growth & Empowerment
Practical tools for building self-esteem, managing anxiety, and supporting emotional well-being.
Practical tools for building self-esteem, managing anxiety, and supporting emotional well-being.
- Ways to increase self-esteem through practical exercises
- Anxiety management and emotional regulation
- Depression and mood support
Specialized Support
Inclusive therapy supporting recovery, creative and LGBTQ+ identities, and sex worker affirmation.
Inclusive therapy supporting recovery, creative and LGBTQ+ identities, and sex worker affirmation.
- Substance use therapy and recovery
- Sex worker affirming counseling
- Artist and performer specific challenges
- LGBTQ+ experiences
Additional Areas of Support
Compassionate support for navigating neurodiversity, health, identity, transitions, career, and family life.
Compassionate support for navigating neurodiversity, health, identity, transitions, career, and family life.
- ADHD management
- Chronic illness coping
- Cultural diversity issues
- Grief and loss
- Life transitions
- Career challenges
- Family dynamics
Compassionate, Practical Therapy for Lasting Growth
What to Expect from our Work Together.
What to Expect from our Work Together.
My approach to therapy combines empathy with practical strategies. Through our sessions, we’ll focus on:
- Building your confidence and self-worth
- Developing effective coping strategies
- Creating deeper emotional awareness
- Strengthening relationships with yourself and others
- Working through trauma and past experiences
Professional Background
- Brett P. Terrien, LMHC, P.C. – Private Practice, 2011–Present
- Psychotherapist, Rasi Associates, 2004-2011
- Psychotherapist, JRI Health Sidney Borum Health Center (Fenway Health), 2002-2004
- HIV/AIDS Substance Abuse/Mental Health Residential Program Director, Vinfen, 2000-2002
- MA, Applied Psychology, New York University, 2000
- Grief and Bereavement Therapist, CenterBridge, The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Center, New York, 1999-2000
- BFA, Photography, Mass College of Art and Design, 1995
What my clients say about me and my work
Ready to Begin?
Taking the first step toward change can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re seeking self-esteem counseling, support for anxiety or depression, or help with relationships, I’m here to support your journey. Let’s connect to see if we’re a good fit for working together.