A Place to Slow Down and Find Yourself Again
Thoughtful, collaborative therapy for people who carry a lot and want to feel more grounded and authentic.
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IF YOU’RE HERE, YOU’VE PROBABLY BEEN THINKING ABOUT THERAPY FOR A WHILE
It’s Not Too Late to Begin
Branch Lane is a place for people who manage a great deal in their lives and relationships yet quietly feel overwhelmed and unsure of who they are beneath all they carry. Our clients often describe a private world of pressure and self-criticism. They are high functioning, responsible, thoughtful and wrestling with questions about identity, direction, relationships, and what they truly want. These struggles do not mean you are failing. They are often the mind's way of signaling that something deeper needs attention. You do not have to figure it out alone.
meet your counselors
Erica Oppenheimer
I am a licensed clinical social worker offering therapy for adults who are struggling with anxiety, uncertainty, or a sense of disconnection. Many of the people I work with feel stuck in patterns they can’t fully explain. They may find themselves repeating the same emotional responses or caught in relationships that feel unsatisfying or confusing.
My work is grounded in the belief that symptoms are meaningful. Anxiety, perfectionism, emotional paralysis- these are not just problems to be managed but expressions of something deeper, often rooted in earlier experience or unconscious conflict. In therapy, we create the conditions for those patterns to reveal themselves, so they can be understood and worked through, not just pushed aside.
I offer a space where your thoughts, dreams, and frustrations can be explored freely and with intention. This allows for more lasting change. As we begin to uncover what has remained hidden, many people find that life opens up in new and unexpected ways. The goal is not to become someone else, but to make more sense of who you already are and to find new ways of living that feel more authentic.
LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California, New York, Florida)
Priyanka Parikh
I’m a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience supporting adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, insomnia, and major life transitions. My clinical foundation was shaped within the Veterans Affairs system, where I worked across primary care mental health, PTSD treatment, residential programs, and integrated medical settings.
My therapeutic style is collaborative, steady, and clear. I draw from evidence-based approaches including CBT, CPT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness-based interventions, offering care that is structured enough to support meaningful change while remaining flexible and responsive to each client.
At Branch Lane, I provide a space where clients feel understood and supported as they work toward greater clarity, resilience, and balance. I am deeply committed to culturally responsive, inclusive care and values the full context of each client’s experiences, identities, and story.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Over 10 years of experience in trauma-informed and integrated care settings
Trilingual in English, Gujarati, and Hindi
Robin Chilton
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker who specializes in supporting women through life transitions, motherhood, and the emotional complexities that often accompany change. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, mood concerns, trauma, infertility, loss, perinatal and postpartum mood disorders, and the challenges of parenting across stages of life.
My clinical approach is collaborative, attuned, and grounded in psychodynamic and relational frameworks, while integrating cognitive-behavioral strategies, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. I view symptoms not simply as problems to fix, but as meaningful signals that invite careful listening and understanding. I strive to create a reflective, safe space where clients can explore their emotional patterns and develop insight.
My work is informed by extensive experience in early childhood mental health, trauma-informed care, and family systems. I have served as a lead consultant with New York City child welfare services, providing clinical consultation, training, and case guidance. I have also worked in schools and therapeutic programs supporting children, parents, and families navigating grief, behavioral challenges, and stress from developmental and environmental pressures.
Lead consultant for NYC Child Welfare Services
Extensive experience in trauma-informed care and early childhood mental health
Skilled in integrating psychodynamic, relational, and cognitive-behavioral approaches
We Offer In-Person and Telehealth
Our Therapeutic Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another. It provides practical tools to notice unhelpful thinking patterns, challenge assumptions, and respond to stress, anxiety, or low mood in ways that are more constructive.
Through CBT, you can learn to identify triggers for anxiety, depression, or self-criticism, and develop strategies to cope with challenges in everyday life. By practicing new ways of thinking and acting, you can reduce distress, improve problem-solving, and build habits that support your goals and wellbeing.
CBT is collaborative and goal-focused, making it effective for people seeking relief from anxiety, depression, stress, panic, or difficulties in relationships. It empowers you to take an active role in shaping your thoughts and behaviors, creating sustainable change that extends beyond the therapy room.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps you face the thoughts and feelings that feel impossible to bear, without being controlled by them. It’s about noticing the patterns in your mind and body, recognizing what truly matters to you, and taking steps that align with your values, even when the path feels uncertain or uncomfortable.
This work cultivates a felt sense of being fully present, helping you tune in to your own experience rather than getting lost in judgment or worry. You learn to move with your life instead of against it, responding to challenges with curiosity and intention. Over time, small shifts in attention, choice, and awareness can open a greater sense of flexibility, meaning, and engagement in the life you are living.
Psychoanalysis
Psychoanalysis traces the subtle forces within you that make life feel both ordinary and unexpectedly complicated. Even when you don’t fully understand, it listens to what you say and to what you have not yet found the words for. It creates a space to notice the experiences and desires that have shaped you, revealing patterns and insights in unexpected ways.
This is not about quick fixes or temporary comfort. It is about shifting the way you inhabit yourself and your relationships, bringing clarity, openness, and a deeper sense of connection. The changes are often subtle but profound, beginning in therapy and unfolding in the rhythm of your everyday life.
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Trauma-Informed Therapy is a space where you can finally set down the weight you’ve been carrying. It recognizes that painful experiences leave marks, sometimes subtle, sometimes overwhelming, and that healing comes from being seen, understood, and supported.
Here, you explore the ways past experiences shape your feelings, thoughts, and reactions, at a pace that feels manageable. Gentle guidance and structured approaches, drawn from techniques like Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) help you make sense of what happened and discover strategies for coping with the memories, anxieties, or fears that have followed you.
This work isn’t about rushing or fixing; it’s about coming home to yourself, finding safety within your own mind and body, and learning how to live in a way that feels steady, connected, and more fully your own.
Your story matters, and you don’t have to carry it alone. We work collaboratively with clients to notice patterns, clarify what matters, and make sense of the experiences that have shaped them. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or a period of transition, Branch Lane is here to support you in building a life that feels more grounded and your own.
- Erica Oppenheimer, LCSW
How to Get Started?
Reach Out for a Consultation
Begin with a brief consultation to share what’s been bringing you to therapy, ask questions, and get a feel for how we work. This conversation is a chance to be heard without judgment and to see whether Branch Lane feels like the right fit for you.
Tell Us More About Your Goals
Once you decide to move forward, you’ll receive a short set of intake forms to help us understand your background, current concerns, and what you’re hoping for from therapy. This information allows us to approach your first session with care and intention.
Begin Therapy
Whether you meet with us online or in person, therapy starts by creating a supportive, collaborative space. Together, we work to understand what’s been contributing to your difficulties and develop an approach that supports clarity, steadiness, and meaningful change over time.
You Don’t Have to Navigate This Alone
If you’re ready to better understand what’s been shaping your experience and explore new ways of relating to yourself and your life, we’re here to help. Therapy at Branch Lane offers a thoughtful, collaborative space to begin this work at a pace that feels right for you.
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