About the Practice

Specializing in work with LGBTQIA+ young, middle-aged and older adults

Photo of the Gotham Well Being consultation office: a creme-colored cushioned chair with a brown cushion, next to a window that has a gold-ish toned curtain pulled back.

“A strong therapeutic alliance is one of the most important predictors of positive treatment outcomes and adherence to healthcare professional recommendations.”

 –Dorothy E Stubbe, The Therapeutic Alliance: The Fundamental Element of Psychotherapy

The rapport clients and therapists build together is what makes therapy so successful. That’s why we take our time developing a unique relationship grounded in mutual respect, empathy, and a nonjudgmental attitude. Every client is unique with unique needs, and our job is to make sure you are seen as the individual you are and receive the treatment you deserve.

  • The work begins with curiosity. Curiosity leads to understanding, compassion, and empathy.  These are the core tenets of our work and we take them seriously. When these elements have been achieved, it becomes easier to share your story with us.

  • Our team relies on various theoretical frameworks including: Psychodynamic-relational Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Humanistic, Person-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused therapies. We remain true to our ethics and provide services that are within our scope of practice. If you require specialized forms of care, we will connect you to that help.

    • Addiction

    • ADHD

    • Anxiety

    • Body Image

    • Depression

    • Family Conflict

    • Grief

    • Life Transitions

    • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

    • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy

    • Personality Disorders

    • Racial Identity

    • School Issues

    • Self-Harming

    • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied

    • Sexual Addiction

    • Substance Use

    • Suicidal Ideation

    • Transgender

    • Trauma and PTSD

    • And more

  • GWB’s founder, Scott Zotto, is an out and proud clinician with more than 25 years experience advocating, organizing, and treating the LGBTQIA+ community. GWB is committed to supporting the community through its work with individuals, couples, and groups. We will focus on your issues while incorporating our understanding of the sociopolitical elements acting on your life. Identity development is a core component to our work together and we strive to create an accepting environment that recognizes all identities. 

  • GWB recognizes and supports many relationships including:
    • non-traditional couples
    • polyamorous relationships (multiple partners)
    • open relationships
    • Living Apart Together (LAT)
    • platonic partnerships
    • same-sex/queer couples (and families)
    • blended families; and
    • partners with significant age/financial gaps.
    Our individualized approach means we will work to address the issues impacting your relationship so that you can improve your connection and achieve health, happiness, and longevity.

  • Whether you’re pursuing college, in college, or transitioning to life after college, we can help. Young adults experience twice the rates of anxiety and depression as teens. They often feel a lack of a sense of meaning or purpose. Sometimes, they believe the world around them is unraveling, and struggle with a pervasive sense of loneliness. For more information about the issues young adults face today, check out this report by Making Caring Common here On Edge: Understanding and Preventing Young Adults’ Mental Health Challenges.

    Ask about our non-clinical  Gen Z Etiquette Coaching for adolescents and young adults who are experiencing difficulties acclimating to their jobs and achieving work-life harmony.

  • Timing may be everything. That’s why we try to meet your scheduling needs. Ask us about late night, early morning, and weekend appointment availability. Special rates may apply.