Therapist serving Long Island & New York

Personalized therapy rooted in elevated wellness.

Your Healing Journey Starts with a Conversation

Life can have a funny way of catching us off guard. A relationship ends. A big milestone arrives — and doesn’t feel the way we thought it would. We just start to realize that the ways we’ve been “getting by” aren’t actually helping us move forward.

Talk was created to meet those exact moments.

We believe therapy isn’t just about fixing what feels broken — it’s about uncovering what’s already whole. Whether you're navigating a major life transition or simply searching for clarity, this is a space designed to help you reset, reflect, and reconnect.

We know that taking the first step can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to let you know that you don’t need to have it all figured out before reaching out. You’re not too late, too early, or too much.

You’re here — and that’s more than enough.

Do you constantly find yourself feeling overwhelmed or just exhausted? Maybe you're coping with anxiety, managing burnout, or grieving a loss. Maybe you’ve been “keeping it together” on the outside while quietly unraveling inside. Or maybe you just want to feel more like yourself again.

You don’t need a diagnosis to know something feels off.

At Talk, we work with individuals throughout New York in all paths of life — people who are often the go-to person for others but are now looking for a space of their own. A space to talk, breathe, feel, and move forward.

Let’s Begin Where You Are

If you’re asking yourself this question, it means you’re ready for something more.

Remember, you don’t have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Many of our clients come to us feeling “mostly okay,” but craving clarity, calmness, and connection. You may be feeling stuck in your relationships, overwhelmed by life changes, or simply ready for a deeper understanding of yourself.

And the truth is: there’s no right reason to begin therapy. Just your reason.

The good news is, we make it easy to start: just a conversation about what’s going on, what you’re looking for, and how we can help.

We’re excited to assist you in discovering your own resilience, insight, and agency.

Is Therapy Right for Me?

Talk: Therapy That’s Made for You

Our approach at Talk is bespoke and integrative, blending proven modalities with a deep respect for your lived experience. There’s no rigid protocol here — just care, curiosity, and collaboration.

We know that healing isn't a straight line, and our role in this process is to walk beside you, hold space for your story, and help you find your own answers.

We believe that well-being extends far beyond the absence of distress. We are here to support you in your journey to elevated wellness, helping you not just to cope, but to truly thrive.

We know it is a true privilege to walk alongside our clients as they shed what no longer serves them and step into their fullest potential.

Meet Amanda

Amanda Pflumm, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals through challenge, change, and growth. Her clinical background includes work in emergency psychiatry, crisis intervention, individual therapy, and mindfulness-based care.

She founded Talk to offer a modern, approachable therapy experience — one that’s warm, grounded, and truly individualized.

Amanda’s style is collaborative, direct, and deeply empathetic. She prioritizes creating a space where clients feel safe to explore every part of their story without pressure, shame, or performance. Because therapy isn’t about perfection. It’s about honesty, curiosity, and healing in your own time.

Some of Amanda’s specialties include: