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Alison Cunningham-Goldberg, MPS, ATR-BC, LCAT

Alison Cunningham-Goldberg, is a New York Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) and Registered Board-Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) with sixteen-years of experience providing psychotherapy for children, teens, adults, and couples.

In addition to providing treatment, Alison supervises and mentors therapists-in-training affiliated with the American Art Therapy Association and Pratt Institute. Alison has contributed to research on autism and dementia care, and has presented her work at national conferences. Alison has received numerous honors, including the Pratt Circle Award for academic excellence. Her artwork has been featured in juried exhibitions, including Beneath the Surface at Pictor Gallery in NYC (2025).

Alison began her clinical career at Bronx Psychiatric Center, where she facilitated trauma-informed groups and individual therapy services for adults. Following her tenure, she was employed at Good Shepherd Services where she provided intensive, strength-based services for children and families. Before launching per private practice, Alison honed her skills as an Associate Therapist at a group practice in Tribeca where she treated children, teens, adults and couples.

Alison holds postgraduate training at the Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research (IPTAR) in the Children and Adolescent Program, in addition to training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, psychoanalytic and psychodynamic psychotherapy, and Dance/Movement Therapy.

Alison holds a Master’s Degree in Professional Studies in Arts Therapy & Creativity Development from Pratt Institute, and wrote her Masters Thesis on the relationship between drawing and communication in children with autism. Alison completed post-baccalaureate coursework in Biology, Psychology, and Studio Art at Hunter College (CUNY), and earned her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Drew University. Prior to her clinical work, Alison as a restauranteur, and co-owned a booming restaurant in NYC.

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Children & Teens

Sometimes, children and teens face difficulties that go beyond the support a family or school can provide. This is where Child and Teen Therapy can help.

I offer a safe, structured and creative environment for children and teens that is inviting and skills-based. I use developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions that address the mental, behavioral, and emotional challenges and collaborate with family members.

My mission is to provide grounded, and compassionate psychotherapy rooted in trauma-informed practice. Through relational, creative, and skills-based approaches, I help children and adults heal from early trauma, manage anxiety, and build emotional resilience.

Adults & Couples

Many of the adults and couples that I work with are high-functioning and capable. They show up for others. They meet expectations. But inside, they may feel exhausted, unsure of themselves, or stuck in patterns that began long ago.

Therapy with me is not about fixing you. It’s about helping you feel more at home in yourself. Together, we work at a pace that feels safe. You’ll gain practical tools while gently exploring the roots of patterns that no longer serve you.