Greenpoint & Telehealth

Adults & Adolescents

Making the decision to start therapy can be difficult and intimidating. I offer a warm and non-judgmental environment in which clients can feel safe and respected in exploring confusing and sometimes painful aspects of their selves, histories, and relationships. My role is to listen and support each client in identifying their unique concerns, and to be an empathic collaborator in discovering areas of difficulty and areas of strength.

My therapeutic approach draws primarily on psychodynamic, relational, and attachment theories to help clients gain awareness and understanding of the patterns that shape their relationships with themselves and others. I also integrate elements of narrative, mindfulness, embodiment, and behavioral approaches based on each client’s specific needs and goals for the work.

My therapeutic perspective is shaped by a deep appreciation of the ways in which family and culture interact with societal norms and structures to inform our how we perceive ourselves and make sense of the world around us. My background in sociology and the arts are tools I use to better conceptualize the depth and diversity of human experience. I see therapy as a creative process that can foster self-understanding and lead to a greater sense of empowerment and agency.

I have experience working with individuals of all ages from various backgrounds navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-doubt, shame, relationship and/or family of origin difficulties, and interpersonal conflict. I have worked extensively with adults, children, and families with complex trauma histories. I also work with couples/relationships and clients grappling with questions around sexuality, gender, and other aspects of their identities.

Olivia Grabar Sage, LMSW has a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Kenyon College.