An integrative approach to mental health.
After completing Masters in social work degree, I worked with women and teens providing trauma informed therapy. For the last 6 years, I have worked as a behavioral health provider for CNN and Warner Bros.
- In Person & Online Therapy
- 280 Dobbs Ferry Rd, Suite 303, White Plains, NY 10607 | (914) 505-7855
About Me
Meet the professional providers
Our Founders
Nina Chaifetz, LCSW-R
Nina is a licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her Master’s degree in Social Work from New York University in 1995. Over the last 20 years, she has worked in a variety of settings with children and adults. Nina maintains certifications in Holistic Health Counseling, Gestalt Therapy, and as a Daring Way™ Facilitator. As a therapist, Nina helps adults and couples to move through life’s challenges with a greater sense of ease. She specializes in treating issues related to anxiety, depression, life transitions and relationships. In addition to being a founder of Therapy With Archana Psychotherapy, Nina provides clinical supervision in our practice and also facilitates SoulCollage® groups with clients. Nina is intensively training in DBT and brings her DBT knowledge into her work with clients. She has an integrative approach and incorporates mindfulness, nutrition and lifestyle considerations to create healthier emotional and physical well-being. She loves to travel, enjoys nature, and spending quality time with her friends and family.
Robin Friedman, LCSW-R
Robin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her graduate degree from Hunter College School of Social Work in 1996. Over the past 20 years, she has worked with people of all ages, from children and adolescents to adults and older persons, individually and in groups. Robin specializes in treating individuals presenting with complex trauma. She is a seasoned clinician whose orientation is shaped by her experience as a Certified Gestalt Therapist and a Certified EMDR practitioner. Robin is also intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and is the Team Lead for Therapy With Archana’ DBT program. Additionally, Robin is a DBT Skills trainer and facilitates adult and teen DBT skills groups. Using an integrative approach infused with mindfulness skills teaching, Robin specializes in helping survivors work through traumatic events including early childhood traumas. Robin loves to spend time with her family and her dogs, as well as hike and garden, and give of her time volunteering in her community.
Our Teams
Nicole Wagner, LCSW-R
Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20+ years of experience. She received her Master’s degree from Hunter College School of Social Work in 1998. As part of Therapy With Archana Psychotherapy, Nicole works with individuals and couples utilizing a variety of modalities. Nicole specializes in anxiety and depression, trauma, relationship issues and maternal mental health. Nicole has been trained in treating Complex PTSD and is intensively trained in DBT, currently co-leading our Adult DBT Skills Group. Most recently, Nicole has focused her work on training in Integrative Relationship Therapy. Prior to joining Therapy With Archana Psychotherapy, Nicole spent many years working with new mothers as a Certified Postpartum Doula. She also worked for many years with children and families as a Social Worker in school-based mental health programs. Born and raised in the Midwest, Nicole now lives in the Hudson Valley with her husband and two daughters. In her free time she enjoys being in nature, traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Brittany Gentilcore, LMHC
Brittany graduated with her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Pace University in 2021. Prior to joining the staff of Therapy With Archana Psychotherapy, Brittany interned with Therapy With Archana where she provided therapy and counseling services to a wide range of clients including adults and adolescents. Brittany’s focus with clients includes addressing issues related to trauma, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, depression, OCD, stress, grief, as well as relational and social issues. Additionally, Brittany is intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and provides comprehensive DBT therapy, as well as facilitates DBT groups. Prior to her work at Therapy With Archana, Brittany worked with adolescents helping them to express their thoughts and feelings verbally and through art. Brittany is passionate about her work in the mental health field and is excited to continue to incorporate her knowledge and skills into practice. When she is not working, Brittany loves to read, sing, be in nature, and spend quality time with her dog, family, and friends.
