I really enjoyed working with Prabha, and felt very seen and validated in her caring-yet-candid presence. She and I were able to swiftly work through some deep-seated issues and mindsets around fear and scarcity using EMDR. I had not experienced EMDR before, but found it to be a very efficient modality which allowed access into (and through) outdated storied and old traumas. Prabha is a very refreshing therapist in that she's not afraid to provide her frank appraisal of your situation, based on what she's hearing from you. She provides plenty of space for you and your process, but also isn't afraid to reflect back a clear point of view. I have no patience for clinicians who are overly passive, and I've struggled with this in the past- I don't need to hear banal reflections like "that sounds hard;" I'm already aware! Prabha is NOT like this, and will tell it like it is, which I really appreciate. I definitely recommend working with her if you're curious about EMDR, and if you're looking for a true thought partner to help you work through your situation. read more

I do not recommend Prabha's practice if a callous and unkind demeanor would reduce the quality of your experience. I had a terrible, terrible onboarding experience. I had scheduled an EMDR session, for which in hindsight I see now that I should have observed her cold/short communication as a harbinger of things to come. Fast forward to the day of my appointment, and a very rare emergency caused me to be meaningfully late to our first appointment. Not a great introduction on my part, I know... so I did everything I could to show respect and apologize to Prabha. I emailed first 15 minutes before my start time with notice of my long delay and sincerest apologies, and also provided my forms electronically in advance to allow her time to review. I didn't get a reply, but instead a stern email about my absence. I kindly replied to this new message apologizing again and asking her if she's read my two messages sent before (advance notice of delay and forms). No reply from her on this either. I send one more message asking if we can at least finish the meeting slot via Zoom, which I understood her practice to also offer, so we could at least finish my on boarding this way. In the meantime, I also pre-paid at this point for my meeting, despite not yet being asked to pay. I'm going out of my way because I felt really bad about having been late. In this message, I also asked alternatively if the other time she had originally offered for the same day might still be available for us to hold as a backup. After all the above, I get a series of diatribes and lectures from her, scolding me, with lots of repetition, for my tenacity in being late, for asking for a different time, for asking for a late Zoom change, and dictating I need to pay twice for such a change even if the time were available. I was really, really turned off by this, but decided after a few days that given my invested time in this already, I'd give one more go at this after she asked if I want to schedule again. Keep in mind I fully paid for my first session already, despite being completely ignored and receiving no service, and I didn't so much as mention or complain about this. I sent her a reply after her further unkind emails that came later, and do my best to ignore how I had been treated to-date, and still tried to offer a "I truly respect your time despite what happened" message at the end, to which she latched onto again, indicating I clearly didn't respect her time, otherwise I wouldn't have asked to change the venue, I wouldn't have asked if another time was available, and so on. Bottom line: I was wrong and made a mistake. But the treatment I received was despicable and showed the true colors I believe one can expect here. She never so much as acknowledged her own neglect and oversight in missing my sent emails in advance, and in fact had the tenacity to proclaim they went to her spam folder, which was a rather disappointing lie, given they were replies to the same email thread for which she received every single message I sent, and even replied to all within 1-2 hours of receipt. For someone providing various forms of therapy, this was far from therapeutic. I suspect from the other reviews she must be good at what she does. But like the soup kitchen on Seinfeld, sometimes you have to pay a heavy price for quality. In this case, receiving poor treatment seeking treatment. read more

Extraordinary. Prabha is profoundly perceptive, clear, knowledgeable, and professional - yet human, warm and without 'psychobabble pretense'. While I've had many good therapists, Prabha is a cut above the rest. Truly top-notch. read more

To say that Prahba is one of the best things that has happened in our relationship is an understatement. My husband (boyfriend at the time) and I started seeing Prahba in the early stages of our relationship. We fought about the same things over and over and risked building a relationship led by resentment and never ending arguments (something that that I believe is fairly common in most relationships). Prahba gave us the tools to listen to one another and work through the hurdles that most relationships would avoid early on. Prahba's goal has always been to be our support system but not our crutch. We've leaned in when we needed it and taken breaks when we felt strong. If you are willing to face the hard demons in your life, change behavior for the better and be open to feedback -- you've landed in good hands. My husband and I have now been together for 6 years and have a wonderful one year old son. Life is not perfect, we still argue :) but we have the tools to do so with love and care along the way. read more

12/10 would recommend Prabha met me where I was and proceeded to work with me and help me lift myself up. I would not be here if not for Prabha and her guidance. I am more than glad to have been a client. If you're thinking about seeing a therapist, go to Prabha. read more

Making the decision to see Prabha Milstein for EMDR therapy was one of the best choices I've made in my life. She's a very compassionate, patient, and skilled psychiatrist. With Prabha's help I found the roots of my problem, and together we created tools to fix them. Prabha's compassion cannot be understated, it's a lot easier to venture into the unknown with a compassionate person by your side. I felt like I was moving forward in some way or another after each session. Prabha was very empathetic when working with me and was mindful of the time we spent, she'd even steer the session away from tough places as it was coming to close. Working with Prabha gave me a greater understanding of who I am as a person. I recommend EMDR therapy, it works and if you're going to take that journey, I highly recommend you take it with a psychiatrist that's as compassionate and empathetic as Prabha Milstein. read more

Prabha Milstein is a great therapist who moves things forward and gets results. Prabha is not someone who insists you come in every week for the rest of your life , while she passively sits there listening as you go over the same material. She has a directness that gets straight to the issue and then she provides tools to help make lasting changes. We used EMDR which took me out of denial and propelled me into clarity , action and healing. I cannot speak highly enough of her. She is empathetic , humorous and tough! If you are really committed to making changes, go see her. read more

Prabha Milstein - professional & sincere, 100% would recommend. I was going through a rough patch in life and needed counseling to help me get through it, because I sure didn't feel like I could do it alone. However, I hesitated seeking professional help, as I had bad previous experiences with other therapists who seemed either not to care or had round-about jargon that left me feeling like they weren't actually paying attention. Prabha's straightforward, real, look you in the eyes, get-down-to-it approach was exactly the kind of support I needed to pick myself back up (lost my job) and make hard decisions towards happiness (deciding to move on to a new beginning). I was able to get over my fears and I follow my dream to move to Berlin, Germany. 8 months into my stay here, I'm glad I made the choice and the experience has been great so far. Thanks! read more

This review is long overdue. Because of therapy with Prahba, I feel more mentally healthy than I have at any other point in my life. I worked with Prahba a year+ ago and I am still feeling the benefits of her therapy now. I was in an emotionally and physically abusive relationship at the time I sought therapy. With her help, I was able to see the relationship clearly and gain the power to leave safely. And once I left the abuse, she helped me unwire my trauma (via EMDR & roll playing to name a few techniques). I went from having unpredictable panic attacks & suicidal ideation, to feeling a sense of mental health & control I didn't know was possible. She provides the perfect balance of autonomy and guidance with each session. This is no stereotypical sterile therapy environment; prepare for an unorthodox, warm, at times mutually-sharing space. I felt gently challenged & held accountable, yet empathized with and protected. Leaving a yelp review review just does not feel like an adequate thank you. Prahba, I cannot thank you enough. You saved me. read more

Prabha is a great therapist. She is honest and direct while still being empathetic. I look for therapists that will help me progress, instead of just letting me wallow for an hour. Prabha's style works well for me, as she helps me get right down to business and understand what underlying beliefs are unhelpful to me, and how to shift these beliefs. She helped me process a difficult breakup and helped me to feel more empowered moving forward. I will continue to use Prabha as a therapist and mentor, I'm grateful to have found her! read more

You know you have a good therapist when you stick with her for...7 years! Prabha has all the skills necessary to make a positive difference in my life. And she's fun. Thank you! read more

Prabha is incredible! She creates A very welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. She makes sure to connect with you. She helped me get through a huge transition. read more

Prabha is awesome. She is like the loving, embracing mother I never had, and was instrumental in helping me work through some core attachment stuff I was going through in my relationship at the time. That work with her was the gateway into where I am now in my ability to be aware of my attachment patterns and to be in relationship with myself and others in a kinder, more accepting, more sustainable way --a place a wasn't sure I'd ever get to. Very warm, sincere, deeply cares about her clients... and pretty hilarious too. read more

I worked with Prabha to end an unhealthy relationship in a healthy way, that led to a rich friendship. Prabha has a strong, no nonsense approach, that worked well with my strong personality, while being compassionate and kind at the same time. She is a great therapist for someone who is intelligent and insightful, but needs help getting out of their own way. read more

I have seen quite a few therapists in my 30 years, but none have helped me grow and progress faster and more effectively than Prabha Milstein. She is able to be straight-forward and constructive while also being thoughtful and caring, which is a rare balance in anyone, but especially in a therapist. She is real. I never got the feeling she was limited to a particular theory of practice or that she was trying to figure me out or test me. She made me feel like I was having a conversation with a really well-informed, intelligent person who cared deeply for my well-being. Every time I walked out of her office my outlook was brighter. The only reason I stopped seeing her was because I had to move across the country. I wish I could have taken her with me! I would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone who is looking to make progress in their life. read more

I felt like I reached the Holy Grail when I met Prabha. She is caring, compassionate, really REAL and gets right down to it. I have never felt more safe or capable in therapy, and I attribute it to her amazingly perceptive talk therapy and use of EMDR. If you're ready to get your life in order - and really uncover some miraculous truths, see Prabha. I cannot recommend her highly enough. read more

Ms Milstein has been a tremendous help to me. I was in a situation that was literally draining my energy, enthusiasm for life and overall attitude. I was really on a downhill slope ready to collide. I had tried talking to others but they were of no help. Ms Milstein listened attentively, asked relavent, thought provoking questions and showed a genuine interest in trying to guide me to a healthier mental state. Looking at the situation now I see that what she did was to form a partnership with me that had a unified, focused goal of helping me get well and strong again. She was committed to my needs! She made me contribute and was tough, but in a compassionate and realistic way, after all don't we ultimately all have to fix ourselves. Sometimes however, we need the help of a competent, capable professional like Ms Milstein to get us on the path. She earned my trust almost immediately, and effectively convinced me of what now seems obvious, I had to be the actively involved and committed to our common goal. Be prepared to work with her and just not sit there hoping for magic. Through her I was able to get my life back. I am actually happy, strong and enthusiastic again. I felt her fees were extremly fair. They were a small investment considering the results. read more

Prabha is a very empathic and sincere therapist and I would definately recommend her to friends and family in a heartbeat. She was instrumental in helping me work through a tragic event I experienced through the use of EMDR, compassionate support and kind skilled discussions. You can rest assured that Prabha will always have your best interest in mind and work as a partner with you through out the entire process. I am truely thankful for all the work we went through together and not only consider her my therapist but my friend. read more

Prabha has been seeing my daughter for a year and half. I couldn't be happier with the progress she has made since she has been under Prabha's care. She taught my daughter coping skills, as well as how to love and value herself. Prabha is caring and supportive, but she is tough when she needs to be. It's because she really cares about her clients. She has gone above and beyond to help my daughter get through her issues. I would highly recommend Prabha to anyone looking for an exceptional therapist. read more

I started seeing Prabha last year and I feel like my life wouldn't be the same with out her insight and help. She has taught me coping skills and really truly cares about what comes out of my mouth. I have been to therapists who just nod and don't give feedback, it felt cold. With Prahba I feel listened to and know that with the skills she has taught me that I can live in a healthier mind set. She brought out a side of me that was buried and I will forever be thankful for that. read more

I first started seeing Prabha about a year ago now, and I can't believe how many life transitions she has helped me to understand and reflect on. She does this great thing where she doesn't TELL you what to think, she gets YOU to think and find out what you need for yourself. She's very gifted and knows how to use her insight in a positive and supportive manner. She is also open and friendly without seeming fake or disingenuous. I've felt that she has knowledge in a variety of therapeutic avenues, as well as pertinent life experience that defines her style and comes across like the PERSON you can feel comfortable confiding in. read more

I am very thankful for the work Prabha did to bring my marriage back together. Prabha is a great listener and is caring. She provides a safe environment to open up without feeling judged in any way. Her laugh can really cheer you up when you're in a bad mood. Prabha is flexible and was even able to work with us from the other side of the world through skype. Thank you Prabha for all your work and changing our lives around for the better. read more

I'm impressed that we were able to do so much in such a short amount of time. She really believes in healing. Some therapists seem ok to keep seeing you every week. Prabha's goal is to graduate us to the next level. She's honest, incredibly competent, insightful, and funny too. read more

Prabha is wonderful. She is extremely easy to speak to and is a great listener! I was fortunate to have found her by a recommendation. She gives advice to you straight and she is very honest which is what you need when you have a crowded mind. You will not be disappointed with Prabha. 5 stars all the way. Thank you, Prabha for everything! read more

I worked with Prabha to identify and address some really difficult issues brought up by my partner's gender transition. Prabha helped me to be gentle and to resist judging myself and my partner for the healthy and necessary changes that were afoot in our lives. She's a passionate and fearless advocate for her clients, which I deeply appreciate. I recommend her services with NO reservations whatsoever. read more