Counselors near Patchogue, NY

Biography: My name is Maritza. I've been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 10 years, and have been working with veterans, spouses, and staff. I have over 20 years of counseling experience. Prior to licensing my experience I worked with domestic violence survivors, individuals in shelter placement, seniors and children. I am a down-to-earth counselor. My strongest attribute is my ability to connect to others. I utilize numerous modalities including but not limited to Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Mindfulness, Supportive therapy and Narrative therapy techniques in my counseling sessions. I always tell my colleagues that I speak English. I like for my clients to feel comfortable and not feel as they are speaking to a robot or a counselor that utilizes ivy league vernacular. I am a spiritual individual and I am guided during my counseling sessions with the purpose of helping others get through the obstacles that they are facing in their lives. Counseling is the beginning of your healing journey, it can be painful along the way. If you're committed and willing to begin your journey of healing, I will support you in finding ways you can make sense and cope with your experience. I will respond as expeditiously as possible to all messages. On rare occasions, I may not be available but will follow up with emergencies as they arise. Flexibility is key and I am confident that we will be able to work together to find the best day and time for us to work and meet. I am available for phone and video sessions only. If you find yourself in a mental health crisis, a counselor with more availability will be a better fit due to my time constraints. I appreciate your reading my profile and look forward to working together. I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. - Maya Angelou

Biography: I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist in New York. I have been working online and in private practice for over 14 years. I help individuals, couples, families, and groups. I am effective in dealing with issues related to PTSD, depression, anxiety, stress, transitions, life skills, disabilities, career goals, military life, family, marital and couples struggles, etc. I am glad that you've made the first step by reaching out for help. I want you to know that this is a safe place where you can be open and talk without the fear of judgment. My counseling style is eclectic and tailored to your situation and what works best for you. I am empathetic, compassionate, and caring about your overall well-being. I offer workable therapeutic goals and specialize in person-centered, family systems, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused therapy methods. During the therapeutic process, I can help you organize your thoughts and sort things out so that you can ease your emotional distress and work towards overcoming your life struggles. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage. I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in Colorado with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York and Israel with 18 years of professional psychotherapy experience. I enjoy working with people who are motivated to gain self awareness and work towards making changes to better their lives. I believe in a client-centered approach to therapy, and in helping you connect with the inner resources that are already there. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started. I look forward to our journey towards growth and healing together.

Biography: Hi I'm Meghan, an LCPC based in Brooklyn! I specialize in supporting clients through a variety of challenges including stress, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, and the grieving process. My therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI), tailored to each individual's needs. I value openness and humor, and I believe in fostering a warm and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their emotions and experiences.

Biography: I believe that everyone deserves the chance to be happy, unfortunately challenges in life prevent us from achieving the happiness that we seek. My goal is to help others achieve their happiness. My name is Dennies Libert I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New York. I have practiced as a Psychotherapist for the past 13 years. I have also worked with individuals and families to address adjustment issues. I also have experiences working with adult men and women with self-esteem issues, substance abuse issues, anger, depression and trauma. I am client centered and my therapeutic approached includes the use of use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I received my master's degree in Social Work from the Yeshiva University in New York City in 2003. My counseling style is warm and engaging. I create a supportive caring atmosphere in my work to foster trust and comfort as I am aware how difficult it could be to be vulnerable and talk about personal issues that affects all of us. SPECIALTIES *Depression *Anxiety *Life stressors *Grief *Self-esteem issues I also have experience in Trauma, Parenting issues, ADHD, Anger management, LGBT, relationship issues, Anger management, Mood Disorders. Years of Experience: 13 LICENSING LCSW #078991 (Expires: 2023-04-30) ________________________________________

Biography: I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York with over 15 years of professional work experience across ages and modalities. Beyond my counselor's training, I expect to complete my PhD in Clinical Psychology by end of 2023. My collective training in mental health is vast and includes providing services to children (foster care), adults, couples and families, law enforcement, elite athletes (NBA and NFL), VIP's, executives and veterans. In addition to my academic training, I also offer unique perspectives to my counseling as a man of color, as a Marine Corps veteran, as a retired blue-collar worker and as a father of two beautiful men (now in their 30's). I mention these experiences because I want men to know that I care about what they experience at work, military or at home. I understand that many times our roles in life can get in the way of really living. And because many men grow up without a father in a culturally complex world, figuring it out on your own can be truly bruising. Still, most of my clinical experience has been working with women, who are the typical first line of defense in single-parent homes. Here is where I have gained most of my experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & depression. Philosophically, I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. Finally, I also have a Bachelor's degree and years of experience in Pastoral Counseling for those who wish to receive Bible-based counseling.

Biography: I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 5 years of professional work experience. As a social worker in hospital settings, I have experience working with clients living with chronic health conditions, including substance misuse. I have helped clients coping with addictions, grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, confidence issues, and managing life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. I hope to create a warm, safe environment for you to share your story with me. I believe in a strengths based approach to therapy. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am a licensed psychotherapist in New York with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with caretaking issues, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, pet loss, work stress, life transitions, and women's issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am happy to take this first step with you on your journey towards personal and professional fulfillment.

Biography: I am licensed in North Carolina and New York with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, and those who experience a loss of motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss as well as other life and mental health issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I look forward to assisting you in your process of healing and feeling better.

Biography: One of my favorite opening lines is from the spiritual classic, The Road Less Traveled, by M. Scott Peck. It reads, simply, "Life is difficult." Somehow, most of us expect that it won't be. Or that if it is, we should be able to handle it effortlessly. We criticize ourselves for feeling very human things like loneliness, confusion, anxiety, anger, boredom and depression when things don't go the way we hoped. Unfortunately, life does not come with a user's manual for how to work with the hard stuff. And yet these very difficulties, the roadblocks at which we find ourselves, are often opportunities in disguise. I see counseling as an opportunity. First and most important, it is a chance to be heard. Things often begin to shift when we can share our inner thoughts and feelings with someone who is really paying attention. I have worked with many people who come up with their own answers when they are able to hear their deepest selves, sometimes for the first time. Counseling is also a chance to learn new life skills. If I had name what I think the most important life skill is, it would be this: psychological flexibility. This means the ability to respond flexibly to yourself, to others and to life. How to get there? By working bit by bit on the following: articulating what matters most to you in life; developing the behaviors that will move you in that direction; handling stumbling blocks along the way; and learning how to respond skillfully to difficult thoughts and feelings that are part of being human. I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. The psychological approaches that best inform the way I work are: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Human Givens Approach to Emotional Health and Clear Thinking, and Attachment Theory. The following people have greatly influenced my thinking: Dan Siegel, Stephen Porges, Russ Harris, Karen Horney, Rick Hanson, Mark Tyrell, Milton Erickson, Michael Yapko, Peter Levine, and Pat Ogden. In addition, I am a Registered Yoga Teacher, as well as a Licensed Clinical Massage Therapist. This means I bring a mind-body approach to counseling, including, if you are interested, instruction in basic calming yoga poses and breathing exercises. If this resonates with you, or you are curious to know more, feel free to contact me at any time!

Biography: I am an individual and family therapist licensed ( LCSW) in New York State. I have 14 years of experience working for agencies and schools along with my own private practice. My experience ranges from working in preventive services with children and their families to counseling individuals in an adult mental health day program. I also had a contract with a NY public school system to support student needs. Much of my private practice involved working with adults who came for support for issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, eating disorders, relationship issues and parenting concerns. I have also worked with individuals who have experienced post traumatic stress disorder, sexual abuse, emotional abuse and neglect. I received my Masters degree at Fordham University in Tarrytown, NY where I received clinical training in individual counseling and family systems. I often use a cognitive-behavioral approach with my clients. Additionally, I have experience with and am open to other therapeutic methods such as humanistic and integrative therapy. Each client has their own story to tell and I support people in making meaning out of their own narrative. Since each person I work with comes with a unique history, challenges and reasons for seeking support; I create individual treatment plans with input from each client. These plans are adjusted as their needs change along with their own life experiences and transitions. I will take my cues from you, as we work together on goals that best suit your needs at any given point in time. Trust is a vital part of the client-therapist relationship. I follow the ethics of my profession which include the dignity and worth of each human being, and the importance of integrity. This means strictly adhering to client-therapist confidentiality. I do my utmost to create a safe space for my clients to share their thoughts and feelings. Finally, as people work on personal growth, I emphasize using mindfulness to appreciate the here and now and enjoying the present. For some this may mean meditation, while others feel most at peace in nature. You, the client, decides what has meaning in your life. I look forward to supporting you in achieving the personal growth you seek using the strengths you already possess .

Biography: I am an individual and couples therapist licensed in New York, with over 20 years of clinical experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety and relationship issues. I have also helped clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety and relationship issues. I have also helped those who have experienced trauma and emotional abuse. I am considered to be warm and compassionate, and my style is working interactively with clients. My approach combines humanistic, psychodynamic and goal-oriented therapy with a wide range of client issues, and a diverse client base. I have worked with chronic mental illness, including anxiety, depression, personality and eating disorders. In addition to self-esteem issues, life transitions and chronic illness. My goal is to establish a meaningful alliance, and collaborate wih you to develop better coping skills and more satisfying relaionships. I look forward to working with you!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am a licensed clinical social worker licensed in New York with over 20 years of experience working as a social worker in the military community. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, and various addictions. I also helped many people who have experienced sexual, physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and client centered counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: Hi there! My name is Jill Markowitz and I have been practicing for the last 5 years as a LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor). I have experience working with various populations - the LGBTQ+ community as well as with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief and a difficult time with life transitions. My role as your therapist is twofold; a) to listen to your concerns and provide you with a safe space to speak about your thoughts and feelings without feeling judged and b) provide you with new tools for your toolbox that you can carry with you even after we stop working together. My ultimate goal throughout this process is to get you to talk through all of your thoughts and feelings, help you be able to understand them better and get you to a better place mentally, emotionally and physically. When I start working with a new client, I let them know that throughout this process, I view them as the experts in their own lives, relying on them to provide me with insight into themselves, and together with my clinical knowledge, we can work together on reaching the goals we set forth. Therapy is a collaborative venture, one that is a process and takes time to see change. Additionally, there might be some moments where you come upon difficult truths about yourself or your situation. Just keep in mind this is all part of the journey we are on together. I look forward to working to with you and helping you work through whatever obstacles are currently in your way!

Biography: I believe that everyone deserves time and a safe space for self-care, where individuals can be heard without judgement. I also believe that everyone deserves to work through concerns while feeling supported when making difficult decisions. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have been working in mental health for almost 20 years. I have worked with people who have been diagnosed with: Bi-polar, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD, and life-limiting medical illnesses, as well as people dealing with grief, phobias, relationship and school issues. I have worked in community, inpatient, outpatient and hospital settings. I like to utilize a variety of treatment modalities because I have found that a "one size fits all" approach to mental health, is about as relatable to most people as a one size fits all bathing suit. I am proud of you for reaching out and I look forward to working with you.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & bipolar disorder. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues & intimacy related issues. I am a sex therapist under supervision, working toward AASECT certification. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: Hi! I am a licensed Mental Health Clinician in New York with 4 years of professional work experience. I graduated with my Masters in 2017 and have since worked with the severely mentally ill population with issues such as depression, stress, anxiety, substance use and anger management in a correctional setting. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines many different types of therapy such as cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, psychodynamic, mindfulness, solution focused and motivational interviewing. I feel it is important to use all of the above to tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you and I want to be here to help you learn how to use those strengths to your advantage to improve your overall quality of life. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I generally check messages here a few times per day Sunday through Thursday and respond as quickly as I can. I do appreciate your patience when it takes a bit longer at times, as I may be tending to other clients or professional/personal responsibilities. I look forward to working with you!

Biography: Not feeling like yourself lately? Do you know where you want to be in life, but can't quite figure out how to get there? Is stress, relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, or past trauma keeping you from reaching your full potential? Congratulations! You took the first step and that brought you here! The hard part is over. Let's figure this out together. I have always had a passion for helping people become the best version of themselves. I have been practicing in the field for over 6 years and have worked with individuals facing various life issues and challenges from anxiety and depression to PTSD and substance use disorder. It takes a lot of courage to ask for help. I am here to guide you through the next steps of your journey with warmth and compassion. My goal is to give you the tools to achieve all of your goals, both big and small. Take the next step and let's see what we can accomplish together!

Biography: I am a LMHC in the WNY region. I received my Master's from Canisius University in Buffalo, NY and I have been a counselor for 9 years. I have experience working in group and individual therapy, with focus on psychoeducation to coping skills training. I have experience working with a range of issues from anxiety and depression, trauma, unhealthy relationships, and LGBTQ+. I have practiced with various approaches of counseling, from CBT and DBT, to mindfulness and meditation, to art and music therapy. I personalize my therapeutic approach to each individual's needs and interests. On a personal level I believe myself to be a warm and approachable person which helps clients to feel comfortable and welcome. I also enjoy the use of humor and real life experiences to facilitate an effective working relationship. Making the decision to talk to a counselor may not be an easy or comfortable decision, but if you are ready to take that step I am happy to meet you wherever you're at in that process!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients cope with addictions, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: Jan has been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2006. She worked in the substance use treatment for 25 + yrs.. She is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. Jan worked with people with dual diagnosis since 2003. She has experience working with people with depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, HIV. Jan believes in helping people live their best lives, using strengths and coping skills to manage stressors and moods. She believes in treating people as humans. We all deserve compassion and second chances. Some people need many second chances to live their best lives. In life, it is important to be kind and warm. Using cognitive behavioral therapy, Jan helps people cope and thrive, in spite of life's problems. She is not religious, but likes the philosophies from Buddhism. She welcomes everyone from all walks of life. She has worked with people with ex-offender histories, as well as people who are gender non-conforming. She counseled people who are in the midst of career changes. From Jan: " I look forward to working hard with you to change your life for the better. I am excited to help shape your evolution from a chrysalis to a butterfly!"

Biography: I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York state with approximately twenty years of experience in working with multicultural individuals dealing with wide range of challenges. I am passionate about helping others become the best version of who they are meant to be. I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families focusing on mending relationships, stress, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, women's issues, and life coaching. I believe every individual is unique, so I tailor my person-centered approach from a variety of modalities; including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Holistic approach. I like to focus more on the present and help you be able to move forward to a better, happier and healthier life. I have extensive experience with working with individuals of all different ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds. Coming from a multicultural background I pay special attention to the cultural context. I am especially passionate about working with clients from culturally diverse backgrounds, and providing linguistically sensitive, culturally appropriate, and multicultural focused treatments tailored to your background and presenting concerns. I am a strong believer in positive thinking. I am all about moving forward. I would like to know your past; however, I don't like to dwell on it. I would like to help you move forward so you can enjoy your present and look forward to your future. With lots of empathy and dash of humor, I can help you overcome anything!

Biography: Hello! My name is Nicole and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with four years of experience. I focus on collaborating with clients and meeting them where they are at in their journey. Using a strength-based trauma informed approach to therapy I work with clients to find and master skills that can help make life a little better. I earned my Masters in Social Work from New York University and a law degree from Rutgers University. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I have worked with a wide variety of clients from all different ages, backgrounds and orientations, in different settings including, but not limited to schools and outpatient clinics. My experience includes working with adults with severe mental illness, children and families with trauma and those experiencing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety, Depression and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). My expertise includes working with teenagers with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Motivational Interviewing. Before I became a therapist, I was a lawyer working in the nonprofit world representing children in abuse and neglect cases, advocating for adults facing evictions and helping individuals obtain restraining orders from abusers or divorces. I have always been dedicated to helping people find their way during difficult times. I approach counseling from a holistic point of view to help clients get the services and support they need. My style is warm, honest, and non-judgmental. I welcome the opportunity to work together.

Biography: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Psychotherapy Privilege (LCSW-R) and Credentialed Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Counselor Advanced Level (CASAC Advanced Level) in New York State. I have more than 10 years' experience counseling individuals of varying ages from diverse socio-economic backgrounds with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance dependencies, relationship issues, stress management, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe effective therapy is based on client need and I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. My approach combines cognitive behavioral therapies, psycho-education and mindfulness. It takes courage to reach-out for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first step towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I am looking forward to working with you!

Biography: I'm Sasha, a licensed Mental Health therapist from Brooklyn with 9 years of professional work experience with mental health. I integrate personal & familial experiences, to build connections that provide authentic therapy to you. I support clients with learning how to manage and cope with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, professional development, trauma and abuse, motivation/self esteem, and confidence building. I truly believe that you are the expert of your own story and that you already have many strengths that will aid you in challenging feelings, thoughts, environments, experiences, people and things that no longer serve you. It takes courage to choose to create a more fulfilling and happier life. Together, with commitment and efforts, you will begin seeing changes in your life. I am here to support & be an empowering guide to you in your wellness journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, & anger management. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I'm a licensed clinical social worker in New York with experience and interest in issues around anxiety, depression, relationships, as well as aspects of identity including ethnicity, immigration, gender, and sexual orientation. Over a decade of practice experience in governmental, agency and non-profit sector working with diverse clientele with a broad range and severity of clinical issues. My counseling style is warm and relational. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I enjoy engaging individuals seeking a supportive, active, direct, honest collaboration. My goal is to help you understand your feelings and identify patterns in order to have more enlivened, loving connections with others and also with yourself. My therapeutic style combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling. Ultimately it is a holistic, multicultural and integrative approach that starts where you are at. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to help you in building the life you want.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 40 years of professional work experience. I have a lot of experience in helping clients with relationship issues, intimacy related issues, I also have experience working with mid-life crisis. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: Hello! It is my pleasure to begin this therapeutic journey with you. I am licensed in the State of New York as a Mental Health Clinician and I am also a Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor. I believe that each individual is unique and an expert on themselves. I utilize a client centered approach to therapy as well as tailoring therapy and corresponding techniques based on a client's unique personality, desires, and goals for treatment. I have found that utilizing multiple therapeutic approaches allows for individuality within treatment. I typically utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT); Motivational Interviewing (MI); Solution Focused Therapy, and Existential therapy to be particularly helpful in working with clients. I have been drawn to the field of psychology and human behavior from an early age and have pursued this field with great passion. I believe that the therapeutic process is effective in providing self-insight, wisdom and knowledge. It is my understanding that all behavior is purposeful and allows an individual to obtain personal needs and desires. Sometimes, these behaviors may be maladaptive and cause an individual distress. Through the therapeutic process we explore these and discover ways in which an individual can live a rewarding, meaningful life. Therapy also provides a platform for processing difficult emotions and experiences in an effective and productive way. I look forward to beginning this journey with you. I look forward to hearing from you soon! Melanie Gerber, LMHC; CASAC

Biography: Yael received her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. She is trained in all facets of mental health, delivering exceptional and individualized care to all of her clients. Yael's technical training is concentrated in personality, anxiety, eating, and trauma related disorders. She also provides tailored counseling to all who face bereavement, parenting, and LGBTQ+ concerns.

Biography: Hello! My name is Cassie and I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 4 years of experience working in the hospital setting working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families. I earned my Master of Social Work from The University of South Carolina in 2018. Prior to that I completed my bachelor's degree in Counseling Psychology with a minor in children and families from Johnson and Wales University in Providence RI. I have extensive training and expertise working with eating disorders and providing Emotion-Focused Family Therapy and Family-Based Therapy in a higher level of care setting and outpatient setting. I also have training and expertise working with children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with OCD, body image, crisis management, self-harm behaviors, anxiety, depression, behavioral regulation difficulties, and trauma. I believe in meeting the family and individual client where they are at and utilizing a mixture of approaches from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive processing therapy. I hope to provide an empathetic and open environment for clients to get the support they need.

Biography: I am licensed clinical social worker in New York with 15 years of experience in the field of mental health and healing. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and you did it!

Biography: Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, currently licensed in both Florida and New York. I received my MSW from New York University in 2011 and have been working in the field of mental health ever since. I have a broad range of experiences working with clients of a variety of ages and situations. I have extensive experience with Depression, Anxiety, stress management and chronic health issues. Most recently, I have worked with Hospice patients and their families to provide support around death and decline while living with a terminal illness. Finding a therapist that you can trust is the first step in starting the journey of therapy. I love to connect with people and provide support though the therapeutic relationship. I have a client focused, easygoing and open minded approach. My hope is to make sure that you feel understood, validated and heard. I look forward to working together to achieve your goals!

Biography: Hi, my name is Henrietta, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as a certified addiction counselor and have over 11 years of experience working as a therapist and addiction counselor. I believe in building a therapeutic relationship between client and therapist to ensure a positive outcome. I use several therapeutic modalities, depending on the need. These modalities are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solutions Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy and Psychotherapy. My style of therapy is warm and interactive. I believe in meeting the client where they are and start building on the therapeutic relationship. I am available to help you and encourage you as you begin the process of empowerment. I look forward to working with you!!!

Biography: As a seasoned clinician in New York, I come to you with more than twenty years of experience practicing in the field of mental health, where I have served both in large health care systems and smaller community-based organizations. In these environments, I have been privileged to work with individuals and families who faced emotional and psychological struggles, depression, anxiety and stress related to career, family, life/role transitions and conflicts. Additionally, those challenged with coping with chronic/terminal illnesses, varying degrees of trauma and mental health disturbances were also among those whom I have served. So whether it is one of the previously mentioned stressors you face, or you are just not feeling like yourself because of the pandemic we are living with, I can help you navigate through them and work to regain a better, healthier you. Given the insurmountable loss, whether it is loss of loved ones or loss of routine, we are prone to, or may have experienced, reactions and essentially may be reconsidering the way we live our lives. Often stress not only impacts our mental health, but also our physical health. Realizing that achieving wellness can take time, my goal is to collaborate with you at every encounter to accomplish your goal. Overall, I pride myself on being a good listener, is compassionate and empathetic. It takes a tremendous amount of courage to seek professional help and an even greater amount to make change. In closing, I am committed to working with you on your healing path, empowering you and supporting you on your journey to living a more fulfilling life.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & family conflicts. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: Welcome! I am a licensed Psychoanalyst and focus on the therapeutic relationship as an essential tool to promote emotional growth and healthy functioning. This approach supports clients to help identify the cause of fears of behaviors that are disrupting their life and develop strategies to increase healthy functioning. My style is eclectic, interactive , non-judgmental and meet the client where they are at now and where they want to go. As a psychoanalyst, I am sensitive to the influences of past experiences on present challenges and work closely with client to reframe the narrative of their life in order for them to become their best selves and lead a more authentic life. I believe you are the expert of your own story and that you have many strengths to assist you in overcoming issues they currently challenge you. Some of my specialties include working with the LGBTQIA community; and young adult (20+) and older adult population with varying issues. I am committed to maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive practice which serves as a safe harbor for LGBTQIA people and people of the global majority. I look forward to supporting you on your therapeutic journey! My hours are generally Mon-Wed a.m. 9-4:00 p.m. I prefer video sessions only in order to provide effective therapy. I look forward to working with you!

Biography: I have been a practicing Social Worker for the last 40 years. I have worked in both private practice and Community Mental Health. I recognize that by the time someone seeks counseling they have tried other alternatives and are truly looking for answers, help, and/or direction that they have not been able to get. Therapy/counseling is an important decision and the work should be a positive experience (although it is work) that helps us get to a higher level in our lives. I have worked with CISM debriefing for first responders, been trained in hypnotherapy, Accelerated Resolution of Trauma, Solution Focused and both short and longer term modalities. I am available to offer my experience and training, to work together to help find answers, resolution and new ways of being in life.

Biography: Hello. My name is Scott, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based out of New York with over 15 years of experience working in the Mental Health field as well as providing Individual, Couples, and Family Counseling in clinics, hospital settings, correctional facilities, and individual homes. I have worked with people of all ages, focused on a variety of areas, including anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, relationship issues, family conflict, communication, parenting issues, trauma, Schizophrenia, career planning, as well as general life changes and uncertainty. I attempt to provide warm, safe, non-judgemental, yet focused discussions that aim to support your desired goals and future plans. I hope that we can work together on navigating the next steps in your life. Additional days and times are available on request.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 10 years of professional therapy experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, life changes, issues with body image and weight loss, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. My therapeutic style is fairly laid back and more personable while upholding professional guidelines and practices. My approach often, but not always, includes relating back to childhood roles and family dynamics as a way to help individuals understand how those things sometimes inform how one views themselves and informs choices one makes. At times, I will focus on patterns in a persons life in an effort to find the common denominator. I do not help answer "why" questions....but I do help answer "how" questions. "Why" questions are accusatory but "how" questions are inquisitive. For example, asking yourself, "Why did I do that when I knew it was going to be bad for me?" Only serves to accuse you of doing something wrong. Asking yourself, "How did I manage to convince myself to do that when I knew it was going to be bad for me" is a great way to explore all the things that informed your decision. When we know how we did something, we can then figure out how to do things differently. No matter what, I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking this first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, & depression. I provide EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness therapy to help clients address their treatment goals. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 16 years of professional work experience. I graduated from New York University School of Social Work while working full-time as a Child Welfare Case Worker. While working in child welfare, I obtained my certification in Solution Based Focused Therapy. I also received training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Person Centered Therapy. Every client is unique, therefore, I'm able to shift therapeutic modalities based upon the needs of my clients. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am privileged that you have selected me as your counselor and psychotherapist. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of New York, with over 20 years of professional work experience, and also hold a permanent certification in School Psychology. This document is to inform you about my background and to ensure that you understand our professional relationship. I work with adults in individual therapy, couples, as well as children and their families in a variety of settings including a virtual (telehealth) office. I support LGTBQIA2S+ clients. I may consult with school districts for the purpose of wrap around care and educational history when working with children. Most of my sessions are now provided virtually. My style is integrative; I draw from various theoretical schools of thought and utilize dimensions of therapeutic healing since different approaches are applicable to different people in different situations. My goal is to provide professional, respectful, and nonjudgmental services to help you achieve your personal goals surrounding any challenges you may be facing regarding stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, motivation, social anxiety, self esteem, or confidence. My approach is client-centered with solution-focused techniques and sometimes behavior modification through goal-oriented problem-solving. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) as well as therapy for trauma and/or grief/loss are also modalities that are utilized such as DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy). Trauma informed practices and teaching mindfulness /conscious awareness, are highly valued in my practice. I believe in each person's journey, which is unique to you. There are no finite time constraints or provisions written in stone which will guarantee success. However, please know that your effort means something! The fact that you are here, speaks volumes. Progress takes time, and there are no guarantees of exactly what you will experience as a result of being in therapy, due to each individual level of response, commitment and effort into the journey. Anger, sadness, and disappointment can arise from the process, these feelings can be addressed and integrated as part of the healing journey. We will collaborate, to identify your personal goals that can projected into some short term time periods, utilizing various techniques and strategies. My orientation and approaches to sessions vary depending upon your needs, and my areas of specialty facilitate self-awareness, self-acceptance, and relational growth; this is client-centered and never imposed. While working with children and behavioral challenges, I specialize in functional behavior plans to complement a strategy for helping the family to change, eliminate, or decrease dysfunctional family patterns. Specializing also in humanistic and transpersonal psychology, my practice offers techniques to connect and integrate Mind, Body, Spirit, and Soul. Some of these methods include traditional and nontraditional, complimentary/integrative, healing modalities such as various forms of Meditation, Integrated Energy Therapy (IET) and Shamanism or other belief systems as preferred and chosen by the client. I look forward to working with you, and tailoring our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I have over 25 years of professional work experience. I have an extensive counseling and therapeutic background. I am a New York State Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Board Certified Pastoral Counselor. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I provide value sensitive care in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York with 3 years of professional work experience. Before that, I worked for over 5 years in the mental health field. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: .Hi! My name is Laura White. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York. I have been active in the field since 1980, when I worked as a Research Assistant at Suffolk County Jail. It was then that I decided Social Work would become an integral part of my life. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, a Masters in Social Work, additional Masters-level coursework in Gerontology, and I am Certified for EMDR, Level One, 2001. I use a Person-Centered approach as well as Family Systems, Socratic Method, Motivational Interviewing, and CBT. I have a strong belief that we need to locate the positives in our lives, and build our self esteem from there. I work with all Ages, Religions, Cultures, and LGBTQ. I work with patients who have Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, PTSD, Addictions, Eating Disorders, Social Anxiety, Relationship and Family Issues, Sexual, Physical and Emotional Abuse, LGBTQ issues, Pain and Medical/Disability Issues, ADHD, Employment, Home Health, Cancer and other Disabling Illnesses, and End of Life Issues. In my family, we have lost three parents to Cancer, so my experience is both personal as well as professional. I understand Caregiver Stress. Lastly, if referrals need to be made, I research the area and make the appropriate referrals, for medication, rehabs, etc. My approach is supportive, and goal-oriented. I have a varied background in Social Work, and have been active for 40 years. I look forward to working with new patients. I am available nights and weekends. Thank you!

Biography: I am a clinical social worker licensed in New York, with over 30 years of clinical experience. I earned my master's and doctorate degrees in social work from Adelphi University in New York State. I have worked with people from diverse backgrounds and a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress, relationship problems, and parenting challenges. I also helped many people who have experienced trauma and abuse. My therapeutic philosophy is humanistic , person-centered, and strengths oriented. I do not believe in a "one size fits all" approach. I draw on many theories and integrate several practice models to best address the individual concerns of every client. I will work with you to tailor a treatment plan that fits your unique needs and preferences. If you decide to seek therapy or counseling, I look forward to working with you and helping you achieve your goals.

Biography: Hi! I'm Lyndzi. I'm a licensed mental health counselor in New York State with 4 years of clinical experience. Prior to starting my work in clinical mental health, I worked as a school counselor for 3 years. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, LGBTQIA+ related issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with over 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and we will work together on a treatment plan to meet your specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage. I am happy you have made the decision to get started.

Biography: Hi, I am a modern psychotherapist and social worker based in New York City with 10 years of experience working in nonprofit organizations and the healthcare industry. I've worked with teens, post-grad-to-pre-parenthood adults as well as the geriatric population who are challenged by depression, anxiety, trauma, triggering events and major life transitions. First off, I want to applaud you for taking the first step to sign up for therapy. You're probably here because you're feeling anxious, stuck, isolated, lost and worried whether if it's because of your job, future, relationships and/or current events. Or maybe, you're just curious. My approach is relatable, collaborative, solution focused, and strength based drawing heavily from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I believe you're the expert of your story and we will always take the conversation as far as you want it to go. Remember, therapy isn't about the severity of your problems or ability to solve them; it's an opportunity to see things differently. Throughout this journey of healing and growth, we will deeply explore your thoughts, feelings, experiences and relationships to discover unconscious patterns of behavior. Ultimately, my goal is to provide you with an individualized therapy experience that's genuine, positive, respectful, and safe so that you can walk away feeling invigorated and empowered. I look forward to connecting with you!