I’m Tyler Mafi (he/him)

I am a queer, trans, multicultural psychotherapist who came to NYC by way of sunny SoCal.

I named my practice Mafi Psychotherapy to honor my last name, a symbol of my paternal lineage from Tonga. My experience being raised in a multicultural, mixed family shapes my understanding of the world and my approach to therapy. To me, the Mafi name reflects all that is passed down through generations - the pain, resilience, joy, trauma, and healing.

The cultures and communities we grow up within play a pivotal role in our development, influencing our beliefs, our experiences, and our understanding of the world and ourselves. However, these beliefs don’t always align with our intuitive values. In my experience, true authenticity comes about by shedding any outdated beliefs, and acting in accordance with the values we wish to live by.

I support my clients in getting to know themselves, connecting with their intuition, finding emotional freedom, and moving towards greater alignment in life. I aim to create a space where individuals can explore their mental health in the context of their own unique cultural background, positionality, and community connections.

In my spare time, you can find me enjoying an iced oat latte, rewatching my favorite horror films, reading a mystery novel, and enjoying quality time with my senior pup, Molly.