Therapy & Testing That Start With You
Aspire Psychotherapy offers affirming, expert care for children, teens, and adults across New York—including NYC and Upstate.
Led by Dr. Anya Scolaro, Psy.D., and Brie Scolaro, LCSW, our queer-owned practice creates a healing space for all—grounded in community and care.
Therapy in NYC for Anxiety, Stress, OCD & Life Transitions
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Therapy for Anxiety, Stress & Overthinking in NYC
Struggling to quiet your mind? Our NYC-based therapists specialize in treating anxiety, perfectionism, and chronic stress using CBT and affirming care for adults, teens, and LGBTQ+ clients.
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Exposure Therapy for OCD, Phobias & Social Anxiety in NY
We offer exposure-based therapy for OCD, social anxiety, panic, and phobias. Whether you’re managing compulsions or avoiding key parts of life due to fear, we use evidence-based treatment—including ERP for OCD—to help you face what feels overwhelming and reclaim your freedom.
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Psychological Testing & ADHD Evaluations in NYC
Get answers with comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for ADHD, Autism, learning differences, and emotional challenges. We specialize in testing for children, teens, and adults—including assessments for school or workplace accommodations, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
What Our Clients Across New York Are Saying
From anxiety therapy to psychological testing, clients across New York share how Aspire helped them find clarity, relief, and support.
“After suffering my whole life and then having what I’d constitute as a mental breakdown, I’m living generally an anxiety free life without using medication. I thought this would never happen. Dr. Scolaro is amazing and I couldn’t be more thankful for her compassion and knowledge. Give it a shot with them!” - Client, NYC
“Brie was fantastic! They were kind, empathetic, and patient. They also gave me multiple tangible strategies to address my anxiety in different situations. I can’t recommend them enough if you’re looking for support!” -Client, NYC
As Featured In
Our work has been featured in national media and is trusted by professionals across New York—from anxiety therapy and exposure treatment to psychological testing.
Meet Our Directors
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Dr. Anya Scolaro, Psy.D. – Clinical Psychologist in NY
Clinical Director and licensed psychologist specializing in anxiety, OCD, and psychological testing. Dr. Scolaro leads Aspire’s therapy and evaluation services with evidence-based care for clients across New York.
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Brie Scolaro, LCSW – Therapist & Co-Director
Licensed psychotherapist and Co-Director of Aspire Psychotherapy. Brie specializes in anxiety, identity, and performance therapy, offering affirming care for professionals, students, and LGBTQ+ clients in New York and New Jersey.
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About Aspire – Therapy & Testing in New York
Aspire Psychotherapy is co-led by Dr. Anya Scolaro and Brie Scolaro, LCSW. We provide therapy and psychological testing with no waitlist, offering affirming care in English, Spanish, Mandarin, and Russian across New York and New Jersey.
Curious About Therapy or Psychological Testing?
New to therapy or curious about psychological testing? Our Getting Started Guide walks you through how Aspire works, what to expect in your first steps, and how to know if we’re the right fit—for you or your child.
Our Office Locations
We offer telehealth and hybrid therapy sessions at two locations in New York State. Reach out today to schedule your consultation and start seeing your therapist remotely or in-person.
Upstate New York Office
Healing Arts Center, 3457 Main St Floor 2, Stone Ridge, NY 12484
Upper East Side Office
312 E 85th St Suite 1A, New York, NY 10028