Dr. Min Souther is a warm, thoughtful, and highly trained clinical psychologist at Lotura Psychology Practice. Known for her collaborative style and clinical depth, she provides individual therapy and couples therapy to clients across New York. Her areas of specialization include health anxiety, trauma, ADHD, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and relationship challenges.

Dr. Souther takes an integrative, evidence-based approach to therapy. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to tailor treatment to each client’s needs. Her work is grounded in research and guided by a belief in every client’s potential for healing and growth.

Dr. Souther Offers Specialized Support for Adults and New/Expecting Mothers

Dr. Souther offers specialized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for health anxiety in New York, helping clients overcome persistent worries about illness and physical symptoms. Health anxiety—sometimes referred to as hypochondriasis or illness anxiety disorder—is marked by excessive checking, reassurance-seeking, and a heightened focus on bodily sensations.

Using evidence-based CBT techniques, Dr. Souther helps clients:

• Break the cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors

• Tolerate uncertainty and reduce the urge for constant reassurance

• Challenge catastrophic thinking and build trust in their body

• Reclaim a sense of calm and control over their health-related fears

Perinatal Health Anxiety

Health anxiety often intensifies during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Dr. Souther provides targeted support for individuals navigating:

• Anxiety around fertility, miscarriage, and high-risk pregnancies

• Intrusive thoughts related to the baby’s well-being or personal safety

• Physical symptoms during pregnancy that trigger overwhelming worry

Dr. Souther works with mothers experiencing both typical and high-risk pregnancies, helping them reduce distress and reconnect with the joy of parenthood. Her compassionate, practical approach supports clients in feeling grounded and confident through all stages of the perinatal journey.

CBT for Trauma and PTSD

Dr. Souther provides trauma-informed CBT to support individuals processing traumatic or distressing life events. Her approach helps clients recognize and shift unhelpful thought patterns, reduce anxiety and avoidance, and build practical coping skills. Therapy focuses on symptom relief as well as reclaiming a sense of safety and self-trust.

Couples Therapy Using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Dr. Souther helps couples strengthen their emotional bond and improve communication. EFT is a highly effective, research-backed model for couples therapy. Dr. Souther works with partners to identify negative interaction patterns, deepen emotional understanding, and foster a more secure and supportive relationship.

Therapy for High-Achieving Professionals

Many of Dr. Souther’s clients are high-achieving professionals navigating self-doubt, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and burnout. Her supportive and structured style helps individuals clarify values, quiet their inner critic, and cultivate a healthier relationship with success and productivity.

Education and Clinical Experience

Dr. Souther earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. She completed clinical training at top academic institutions, including Yale School of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, and NYU Langone’s Military Family Center. She also holds a master’s degree from Harvard University and a bachelor’s degree from Duke University.

Dr. Souther is a Limited Permit Psychologist in New York, working under the supervision of a licensed psychologist at Lotura Psychology Practice.

Start Therapy with Dr. Min Souther

Dr. Souther welcomes new clients seeking therapy for anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, or perfectionism. She currently offers teletherapy for clients located in New York.

To learn more or schedule a consultation, please reach out using this email link or our fill out our practice contact form.