Hi, I’m Lexi Haft
Therapist by training. Human by nature. The heart behind Wellhouse.
If you've ever felt like you're holding it all together on the outside while quietly falling apart on the inside, you're exactly in the right place.
I work with individuals who are overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply unsure of how to move forward. Many of my clients are deep feelers, high achievers, and caretakers. People who give so much to everyone else that they've forgotten how to come back to themselves.
Together we'll draw from mindfulness, self compassion, and somatic practices to help you feel more at home in yourself and in your life.
My Background
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Master of Science, Mental Health Counseling, CUNY Hunter College
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Loyola Marymount University
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Health at Every Size®: A Weight-Inclusive Paradigm for Eating Disorders Treatment, Body Image Issues, Recovery and Harm-Reduction.
Body Image and Eating Disorders in Women
Emotional Eating & Body Image: Trauma-Informed, Weight-Inclusive Strategies to Address Chronic Dieting, Binge Eating & More, PESI
Foundations of Trauma Informed Therapy Practices, Elevate Continuing Education
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Tools & Techniques for Building Psychological Flexibility, Elevate Continuing Education
In Sickness and In Health: Romantic Relationships in the Context of Eating Disorders Treatment, The Renfrew Center
Internal Family Systems for Grief and Loss, Shifting Tides Psychotherapy
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My happy place: the beach— I was born and raised in Southern CA!
My favorite quote: “Be where your feet are.”
My guilty pleasure: Watching anything Bravo reality TV.
My favorite kind of book: Psychological thrillers! I love a good plot twist.
My morning essential: Using my ice roller from The Skinny Confidential—it’s a non-negotiable.
My go-to treat: A warm chocolate chip cookie
My Story
I started my career in fitness and nutrition because I believed that feeling good in your body was the key to feeling good in your life. I loved helping people feel stronger, more capable, and more connected to themselves.
Over time, I began to notice that physical progress did not always create the sense of ease people were looking for. Someone could be doing all the “right” things and still feel anxious, unfulfilled, disconnected, or not good enough. The goals changed, but the pressure underneath them often stayed the same.
That realization led me toward therapy and shaped the work I do today. I became interested in what happens beneath the surface: the beliefs we carry, the roles we learn to play, the relationships that shape us, and the inner voice that can become difficult to hear when we are focused on meeting everyone else’s expectations.
I created Wellhouse as a space for people to slow down, understand themselves more deeply, and reconnect with who they are beneath the pressure to perform, please, or have everything figured out.
To me, wellness is not about becoming a better, more put-together version of yourself. It is about reconnecting with your own needs, trusting your own voice, and creating a life that actually feels like yours.
That is the heart of Wellhouse.
My Approach
RELATIONAL
Healing happens in relationship. I bring my full, authentic self into every session, creating a space where you feel truly safe, seen, and supported. Together we'll explore how your past and present shape the way you relate to yourself and others, building trust, insight, and deeper connection along the way.
HOLISTIC
You are not just a mind or just a body. You are a whole, beautifully complex person. My approach weaves together mindfulness, self compassion, and somatic awareness to support healing that goes beyond the surface and reaches the parts of you that need it most.
EMOTIONS-FOCUSED
Your emotions aren't the problem. They're the messengers. I'll help you slow down, tune in, and get to the root of what you're really feeling beneath the surface. When we learn to honor our emotions, real and lasting change becomes possible.
My Specialties
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When your mind won't quiet down and your body feels like it's running on empty, it's hard to imagine feeling any other way. Together we'll explore the patterns and triggers keeping you stuck, and build personalized tools to help you feel more grounded, present, and at ease.
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Your relationship with your body and with food deserves to feel peaceful, not like a constant battle. In a compassionate, weight inclusive space, we'll explore the deeper emotions and experiences that have shaped how you see yourself, and begin building a kinder, more trusting relationship with your body.
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Relationships have a way of bringing up our deepest fears and oldest patterns. Whether you're navigating conflict, struggling with boundaries, or feeling disconnected from a partner, therapy offers a space to better understand your needs and show up more fully in your relationships.
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Trauma leaves its mark in ways that aren't always visible but are deeply felt. In our work together, we'll gently explore the impact of your experiences at a pace that always feels safe, moving toward healing that is grounded, empowering, and rooted in compassion.
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Change can feel destabilizing even when it's a change you chose. Whether you're navigating a breakup, a career shift, a move, or simply a season of uncertainty, therapy can help you process the transition and reconnect with your truest sense of self.
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Low self worth has a quiet way of shaping everything. Your choices, your relationships, the way you speak to yourself when no one is listening. Together we'll uncover the beliefs that have been holding you back and begin rewriting your story, one rooted in self trust, compassion, and genuine confidence.
In-Person & Virtual Offerings
Murray Hill Office
285 Lexington Ave, Suite 2A
New York, NY 10016
Financial District Office
225 Broadway, Suite 2070
New York, NY 10007
Schedule a Free Call!
You don't need to know exactly what you need or have the perfect words to explain it. You just need to reach out.
A free 15 minute consultation is a low pressure way to connect, share a little about what's been going on, and get a feel for whether working together feels right. No commitment. No expectations. Just a real conversation.
