Forensic Psychology Therapists in Jericho, NY

For over 25 years, I have provided forensic consultation to New York State and Federal courts on criminal, family, and civil matters. Also, I see patients on a regular basis for neuropsychological testing to evaluate the effects of brain trauma, learning disabilities, and ADD on everyday living. In addition, sex offender work-ups (which include computer-based testing and clinical polygraph) are offered through my practice (NY Forensic) for the purpose of risk assessment and dispositional recommendations for the court.

Everyone deserves to live a fulfilled life consisting of freedom, happiness, inner piece and growth. As a psychotherapist, I work collaboratively with my clients to achieve these goals in order for them to live a happier life. My goal is to instill hope in my clients and guide them towards self-acceptance. My work with clients involves building the therapeutic relationship through empathy, unconditional positive regards, mindfulness and creativity. By providing clients with safe and non-judgmental environment we work towards exploring and resolving personal conflicts to help the client achieve growth and live a meaningful life.

As a licensed mental health counselor, I am here to help you navigate your journey towards emotional well-being and personal growth. With a deep understanding of the challenges individuals face, I specialize in providing comprehensive and compassionate care to support your unique needs. My primary focus lies in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that explores the intricate relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Through collaborative sessions, I work with you to identify and challenge negative thinking patterns, helping you develop healthier perspectives and coping strategies.

I have experience treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders, personality disorders and more. I trained using the cognitive-behavioral approach but have incorporated elements of other approaches in order to develop a comprehensive therapeutic style. I have provided counseling for people from all walks of life. I practice with cultural humility meaning I aim to fully understand all the facets of one’s identity and how they interact with the world around them. All clients may have their own stories but they all work towards a similar goal: to lead a happier and healthier life. We will work together to get to that point.

I am a caring straight shooting therapist best for the person who wants direction and honesty to effect quick change in themselves and their lives. I have a long history of helping people who are struggling with various issues in life. My experience is extremely diversified and seasoned. My abilities come from lots of education and an abundance of my own life experience. I utilize various modalities of treatment and integrate whatever will work best for my patients. I will help you to effect positive changes in your life if you are willing to work and accept change. I am a strong believer in God and I utilize spiritual direction .

I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) board certified Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I conduct Immigration Evaluations for: VAWA, Hardship Waiver, U Visa, T Visa, and Asylum cases. I work closely with individuals, families, and their attorneys that are seeking legal haven in the USA for a better, safer, and brighter future. I have had years of experience with individual and group counseling in culturally diverse, multi­disciplinary, fast-­paced, and often demanding environments. I am licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Florida and am able to see clients via telehealth in these states.

Life is not always easy. Sometimes it throws challenges our way that we feel like we can't handle. Starting therapy is tough. Living day to day life can also be exhausting. Just being human alone is exhausting, but even harder when we put pressure on ourselves to live up to a certain unrealistic expectation. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker with advanced training from The Training Institute for Mental Health in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. I have worked with children and families for over 25 years. I specialize in working with adults and teens who are struggling with anxiety, depression and trauma.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that provides individual, family, and couples therapy through a variety of different techniques and modalities that suit your precise needs. I see counseling as a collaborative process between client and therapist. I believe in working to identify people's inner strengths and external resources with an eye toward increasing healing, health, inner freedom, and peace. I am a great believer that laughter can be both medicinal and therapeutic.

Long Island Neuropsychological Services, PLLC is a group neuropsychology practice offering psychotherapy and neuropsychological services to children and adults on Long Island. The group maintains an emphasis on ADHD and learning disorder assessment, concussion, brain injury, and cognitive/psychological change related to trauma or work injury. Offices are located in Hauppauge, NY and Roslyn Heights, NY.

In my years as a mental health counselor in both private practices and residential facilities, I have gained extensive experience working with a wide range of clients and diagnoses. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, interpersonal/family complications, or addiction, we can explore them together and develop the tools needed to conquer them.

I center my work with the Hispanic population and conduct sessions in Spanish and English. In my practice, I serve adults, adolescents, children, families and couples for over 20 years. My professional orientation is client-centered and problem solving/solution focused – integrating cognitive and family systems approaches. I offer brief, intermittent and longer term treatments, individual, couples, and family therapy. Referral problems typically include mood disorders, relationship, parenting, family, adolescent behavior and adjustment problems, trauma and abuse issues, anxiety disorders, loss and bereavement and marital issues and post-divorce adjustment.

No one goes through life without facing stressors or hardships, but with the right help, clients can develop and learn the skills they need to deal with these stressors and hardships successfully. As a therapist, my goal is to come into a client’s life and help them do the work to make their lives easier, and their stressors seem more manageable. When a client reaches out for therapy, they are typically wanting to improve some aspect of their life, or make a positive change. It is always my priority to make sure my clients leave treatment feeling as though they are making progress towards a goal.

The most therapeutic element in psychotherapy is the relationship between us. You invite me into your interior self which is a special, even sacred, place hiring me as a guide during this phase of your life's journey. Ultimately, our goal is to do things better by initiating new ways of being or putting aside some of the old. Therapy is not escape; it is not blame. It is about better facing the challenges of life, helping ourselves find our way through where we now are, and sometimes it's also about finding our way back to ourselves.

Searching for a therapist can often feel overwhelming when you already feel sad, hopeless or lost. It takes courage to consider that something in your life is not working, that you could use help. Therapy allows you to get acquainted with yourself and the world you inhabit in a new way. Through this expanded field of view, you are better equipped to make choices that will help you achieve. During our time together, I will walk beside you as we navigate the newness around us. We will work on various techniques and learn new skills to help you cope with the vast and sudden changes.

Professional - Doctoral Level - Theologically Sensitive - TeleHealth Friendly - Diagnostician & Therapist: Dr. Maddux offers tools for escaping bothersome thoughts, behaviors & reactions so you can reclaim self-control, fresh perspectives, stable relationships, energy & hope. I also understand that faith is important. I completed postdoctoral Theology & Ministry education at Princeton Theological Seminary to ethically combine faith-based tools & evidence-based psychotherapies, such as CBT & ERP. My style is time-limited & practical. Get a "Game Plan" for reaching your social, emotional & relationship goals.

You deserve to live a happier and healthier life. Together, we can begin the exploration of understanding where you are and where you want to be. Together, we can uncover your strengths and help you learn new skills that will allow you to cope more effectively. I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 17 years of clinical experience working in community-based mental health clinics, forensic settings, public schools, and higher education settings. My experience is with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with various behavioral, mental health, substance abuse, and relational issues.

Are you wondering if there is a better, easier, happier way to live life? Are you struggling with your child's behavior, academic success, or with parental strategies? Are you looking to discover your own identity and improve your self-esteem? Have you suffered a trauma and and are struggling to get past it? What if you could strengthen your relationships with family and friends? You are not alone and you are in the right place. Apple Psychological is a group of caring professionals who together with you, embark on a journey toward discovery, truth, and fulfilment causing you to feel relief, contentment, and ease in your life.