Relationship Focused Care

So much of what matters to most of us, are our relationships.

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Our NYC-based mental health practice provides specialized support for relationship-related concerns, helping you navigate challenges like communication issues, trust, intimacy, and conflict resolution. For many of us, we don’t grow up in spaces where we are either modeled or experience healthy ways of managing disagreements, conflict and needs in our relationships. As a result, we can struggle to navigate this in our adult friendships, romantic partners, work relationships, families and communities. Our licensed therapists are trained to address a variety of relationship dynamics, using both in the moment, practical strategies as well as creating space to understand what is holding us back from having deep connections. Whether you're facing specific challenges or seeking to improve overall relationship satisfaction, our services are here to help you achieve meaningful, lasting change.

Strengthen Communication Skills: Poor communication is a common issue in relationships. Our NYC-based therapy can teach effective communication techniques to foster understanding, reduce and effectively resolve conflict.
Healing After Betrayal or Loss of Trust: Our licensed therapists are skilled in helping clients rebuild trust and reconnect after breaches of loyalty, which aren’t always romantic and providing structured guidance to heal and move forward.
Guidance for Life Transitions: There are often large shifts in our relationships during major life transitions, our therapists can help you understand and work through those changes in real time.
Support for Non-Traditional and LGBTQ+ Relationships: Living in NYC, we understand the diverse range of relationships. Our therapists are culturally competent and LGBTQ+ affirming, offering insights that honor your unique experiences.
Navigate Family and Interpersonal Conflicts: Relationship therapy in NYC isn’t just for couples. It can help with family conflicts, friendships, and workplace relationships, providing tools for healthier, more positive interactions.

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About Allay Therapy

A Safe Space to Explore and Heal

Our therapy practice provides an individualized approach to therapy. Our therapists work together with patients to identify their unique concerns and needs - including: anxiety and panic disorders, LGBTQ+ affirming care, relationships, dating, life changes, trauma, depression, boundaries, self esteem and couples counseling. Our mission is in our name: Allay: which means "to lessen in intensity or severity; to calm".

“I want people to feel calm, hopeful, and safe.” — Megan Wakeley, LCSW

Our Mission & Story

Our Mission
& Story

At Allay Therapy, our mission is to create a safe, compassionate, and welcoming space for personal growth, healing, and transformation. Allay Therapy is a NYC based private practice. Our story is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves support tailored to their unique journey, and we are dedicated to empowering clients through empathetic, client-centered therapy.

Founded to bridge the gap between traditional therapy and holistic well-being, we focus on building trust, fostering connection, and providing tools that inspire positive, lasting change. Allay Therapy is honored to be part of your wellness journey.

Our Team

Eliza Ng, LMSW

(She/Her)

Hi, I’m Eliza, and I'll partner with you as you pursue emotional balance and self-discovery. Life can distort our sense of self-worth, blurring the lines between the value we bring to the world and our inherent confidence and identity. My goal is to help you sift through these challenging experiences to gain self-compassion and clarity.

I hold a master’s from the Silberman School of Social Work and have over ten years of experience in building equity, inclusion, and leadership programs, especially for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals. Using Psychodynamic, CBT, somatic, and anti-oppressive approaches, we’ll work together as you leave behind unhelpful patterns and find a path to healing and fulfillment.

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Taylor Washing, LMSW

(She/Her)

Hi, I’m Taylor Washing and I believe in creating a safe, collaborative, and judgment-free space to explore your inner world with empathy and care. I hold a Master’s from Columbia University and have provided therapy to both adults and teenagers in hospital and school settings. My background also includes working with nonprofits that support LGBTQ+ and immigrant communities, as well as survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. These experiences shape my commitment to affirming, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care.

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KJ Quick, LMSW

(He/They)

Hi there, I’m KJ! As your therapist, I will bring a collaborative, creative, and strengths-based approach to therapy. Rooted in psychodynamic, relational, and trauma-informed modalities, my work centers on building a space where you can show up as your full self—messy, questioning, overwhelmed, hopeful and be met with care and curiosity.

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Hi, I'm Megan

(She/Her)

and I am the founder of Allay Therapy. Prior to entering private practice, I worked for nearly a decade in a variety of community based organizations, ranging from LGBTQ+ focused work to youth development and housing services.

I earned my Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work at the Silberman School of Social Work through Hunter College. I hold an additional Master’s Degree in General Psychology with a Research Emphasis from the University of North Florida.

I have obtained post graduate trainings in CBT, psychoanalytic theory, psychodynamic therapy and EMDR, all of which I incorporate into my work. Additionally, I find relational and person-centered approaches to be helpful in establishing a space in which you can feel safe enough to begin to address your concerns. I work in an affirming and collaborative approach, finding a balance between holding a space where you can begin to truly hear yourself and providing direct feedback.

I also work with clients in Massachusetts, South Carolina and Florida, https://www.flhealthsource.gov/telehealth/

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Testimonials

"Megan is warm, trustworthy, and very easy to communicate with. Working with her has been a pleasure!"
— DS
"Welcoming presence and thoughtful sessions"
— DR
"It can be so nerve-wracking trying to find a therapist, but Megan will put you immediately at ease. She creates such a calming space, which is crucial when dealing with hard topics. I feel accepted and not judged by her. So grateful I found her!"
— AM
"Megan has been such a positive force in my life as I navigate through my journey of healing. She provides a safe, comforting space where I always feel supported and validated in my emotions. I always look forward to speaking with her."
— SK
"Megan is warm, trustworthy, and very easy to communicate with. Working with her has been a pleasure!"
— DS
"Welcoming presence and thoughtful sessions"
— DR
"It can be so nerve-wracking trying to find a therapist, but Megan will put you immediately at ease. She creates such a calming space, which is crucial when dealing with hard topics. I feel accepted and not judged by her. So grateful I found her!"
— AM
"Megan has been such a positive force in my life as I navigate through my journey of healing. She provides a safe, comforting space where I always feel supported and validated in my emotions. I always look forward to speaking with her."
— SK
"Megan is warm, trustworthy, and very easy to communicate with. Working with her has been a pleasure!"
— DS
"Welcoming presence and thoughtful sessions"
— DR
"It can be so nerve-wracking trying to find a therapist, but Megan will put you immediately at ease. She creates such a calming space, which is crucial when dealing with hard topics. I feel accepted and not judged by her. So grateful I found her!"
— AM
"Megan has been such a positive force in my life as I navigate through my journey of healing. She provides a safe, comforting space where I always feel supported and validated in my emotions. I always look forward to speaking with her."
— SK
"Megan is warm, trustworthy, and very easy to communicate with. Working with her has been a pleasure!"
— DS
"Welcoming presence and thoughtful sessions"
— DR
"It can be so nerve-wracking trying to find a therapist, but Megan will put you immediately at ease. She creates such a calming space, which is crucial when dealing with hard topics. I feel accepted and not judged by her. So grateful I found her!"
— AM
"Megan has been such a positive force in my life as I navigate through my journey of healing. She provides a safe, comforting space where I always feel supported and validated in my emotions. I always look forward to speaking with her."
— SK

"Megan is warm, trustworthy, and very easy to communicate with. Working with her has been a pleasure!"
— DS
"Welcoming presence and thoughtful sessions"
— DR
"It can be so nerve-wracking trying to find a therapist, but Megan will put you immediately at ease. She creates such a calming space, which is crucial when dealing with hard topics. I feel accepted and not judged by her. So grateful I found her!"
— AM
"Megan has been such a positive force in my life as I navigate through my journey of healing. She provides a safe, comforting space where I always feel supported and validated in my emotions. I always look forward to speaking with her."
— SK
"Megan is warm, trustworthy, and very easy to communicate with. Working with her has been a pleasure!"
— DS
"Welcoming presence and thoughtful sessions"
— DR
"It can be so nerve-wracking trying to find a therapist, but Megan will put you immediately at ease. She creates such a calming space, which is crucial when dealing with hard topics. I feel accepted and not judged by her. So grateful I found her!"
— AM
"Megan has been such a positive force in my life as I navigate through my journey of healing. She provides a safe, comforting space where I always feel supported and validated in my emotions. I always look forward to speaking with her."
— SK
"Megan is warm, trustworthy, and very easy to communicate with. Working with her has been a pleasure!"
— DS
"Welcoming presence and thoughtful sessions"
— DR
"It can be so nerve-wracking trying to find a therapist, but Megan will put you immediately at ease. She creates such a calming space, which is crucial when dealing with hard topics. I feel accepted and not judged by her. So grateful I found her!"
— AM
"Megan has been such a positive force in my life as I navigate through my journey of healing. She provides a safe, comforting space where I always feel supported and validated in my emotions. I always look forward to speaking with her."
— SK
"Megan is warm, trustworthy, and very easy to communicate with. Working with her has been a pleasure!"
— DS
"Welcoming presence and thoughtful sessions"
— DR
"It can be so nerve-wracking trying to find a therapist, but Megan will put you immediately at ease. She creates such a calming space, which is crucial when dealing with hard topics. I feel accepted and not judged by her. So grateful I found her!"
— AM
"Megan has been such a positive force in my life as I navigate through my journey of healing. She provides a safe, comforting space where I always feel supported and validated in my emotions. I always look forward to speaking with her."
— SK