Parenting Therapists in Patchogue, NY

I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I love helping people set and reach short and long term goals, experience happiness, and effectively manage and accept negative emotions. I really enjoy helping people to identify, accept, and overcome anxiety. While we all experience anxiety during our lives, it is important to learn the difference between real and imagined dangers, to be able to approach new experiences even if we are scared, and to live a life free from the damaging and smothering aspects of anxiety related disorders.

With 20 years experience as a therapist and a licensed mental health counselor I have gained a variety of skills that allow me to effectively and mindfully help my clients. My goal is to guide my clients to become their best selves, live each day to its fullest, and acquire the strategies we often need to tackle life’s everyday challenges.

My name is Irene Dashiell, I’m a therapist and I have Cerebral Palsy. As a person with a disability I know firsthand what it feels like to be different and how it feels to be treated differently by other people. And that is why I work with kids, teens and young adults who have physical disabilities, ADD/ADHD, autism and anxiety. So I understand why on Monday mornings you push the snooze button five times and don’t want to get out of bed. As a parent or an adult you just feel exhausted, overwhelmed and don’t want to start another week. You just want to wave a magic wand and have a typical life, but that is not your life!

Do you feel that your not living life to its full potential? Is stress, anxiety, or depression dictating you or your child's daily living? Are you a parent who's feeling overwhelmed and looking for support or guidance? If you answered yes to any of those questions, you are at the right place! I can help you; I assure you that no matter how difficult you feel your situation is, I am here to help you make positive changes.

I am a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has engaged in agency and private practice for more than 40 years. I have assisted individuals and families with issues involving self-esteem, relationships, emotional regulation, bereavement, parenting, adoption, life transitions and psychiatric and physical illness. I have also been a clinical instructor and supervisor to students and professionals engaged in the various behavioral health care disciplines. Everyone has a story to tell and my role as a clinician is to help individuals with this sharing.

I have over 15 years experience treating all mental health conditions from anxiety disorders, trauma and phobias to neuropsychiatric conditions and co-occurring developmental disorders and co-occurring medical issues. Additionally, I work with with complex parent-child and family dynamics, sibling issues, behavioral issues, hyperactivity, impulsivity, selective mutism and other communication barriers. I incorporate expressive arts and movement into therapy. All ages/all conditions, In-office & Telepsych. I have a specialized parent-child-interaction-therapy program through in-home video and I offer periodic group treatment.

I work with children, adolescents, families, adults and seniors through individual, family, couples and marital counseling. I work with clients who have been abused, traumatized, neglected and are struggling and attempting to cope with issues of depression, anxiety, ADHD, separation anxiety, anger management, co-dependence, adolescence, preparing and moving to college, family stressors and dynamics, parenting, divorce, co-parenting, school issues, employment issues, job loss, retirement, grief, and alienation.

If you are an individual or couple looking to work with a therapist through video/virtual sessions, you have come to the right place! Our ideal client is committed to making changes and doing the "homework" assigned between sessions to maximize progress. Our goal is to provide a safe and healthy space for healing as we guide and support our clients through some of their most painful experiences; we are mirrors and not fixers. Most of our clients seek us out because they're looking for a practice where their faith can be honored and incorporated into session; this is our jam!

I conduct CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy), TF-CBT (trauma-focused CBT), ABA (behavioral therapy), solution-focused therapy, and structural and strategic family therapy. I love learning about neurobiology and the effects that stress has on the brain. A client can expect to encounter a warm, compassionate, and encouraging soul who has a dry sense of humor and tends to address problems in a straightforward manner.

I look to help individuals who may feel stuck in their lives. Assisting individuals explore potential transitions that may work for them in their lives while hopefully limiting the things that are not working.

Have hope, you can be peaceful and healthy! Through Gestalt Therapy, my background as a NYS Licensed Registered Nurse with a Master's Degree in Human Nutrition and experience and belief in spiritual growth and development, I provide a holistic, safe and non-judgmental approach to counseling. Health is an integration of mind, body, and spirit. Just bring yourself as you are, and this is where we'll begin!

Are you seeking a change in your life? Is it for personal growth or for changing unhealthy relationships and behavioral patterns?

Have you been feeling overwhelmed? anxious? or not like yourself lately? If you’ve been struggling lately, know that you are not alone. The last few years have been challenging for many people due to the ongoing pandemic, which has caused a lot of stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. It's normal to feel overwhelmed and to experience a range of negative emotions during these times. However, with the right support, healing and positive changes can occur. As a Licensed Clinical therapist, I can provide you with a safe and supportive space to explore the patterns and behaviors that may no longer be serving you.

You can’t pour from an empty cup; take care of yourself first. I help anxious people regain control of their lives. My clients struggle like you do. Nothing is permanent in this world, even our troubles. Anxiety is an unseen enemy that is crippling and may be negatively affecting your career, relationships, and personal aspirations. Stress and insecurities can keep you from living your best life. Despite being hardworking, helpful, and outgoing, life continues to knock you down.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor committed to helping my clients heal and thrive. I have over 10 years of experience working with clients impacted by Depression, Anxiety and Trauma. I also have extensive experience supporting clients through life changes and transitions, including relationship changes, changes in family dynamics, and health challenges. My treatment approach is client-centered and rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Together, we will explore practical strategies to challenge cognitive distortions, manage overwhelming emotions, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.

I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor. I'm a trained Cognitive Behavioral Therapist; but I use a variety of approaches depending on my client's needs. I have been in private practice for 9 years. Prior to private practice I worked at Family Service League in Bayshore with all populations. I also worked at Stony Brook University Hospital on the Child Psychiatry Unit working with children from 4-13 years old. I currently work at Stony Brook University and had previously worked at The Juilliard School.

If you are looking for a supportive environment to accomplish your goals, you have come to the right place. I work with a variety of life areas including (but not limited to) Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Stress, Grief, Self-Esteem, Women’s Issues, Life Transitions, Adoption/Family Dynamics. I always emphasize the importance of a collaborative relationship with my clients to develop a unique individualized wellness plan based on the challenges you desire to overcome and goals you wish to achieve.

I guide children, adolescents, and adults to build healthier relationships with themselves and the world around them. I offer an evidence-based therapeutic approach, with a focus on identifying and transforming negative thought patterns and ineffective behaviors that contribute to low self-worth and mental health struggles. I believe in offering clients effective tools and techniques that will empower them to develop confidence, resilience, and internal resources to overcome challenges.

Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or unmotivated? Do you find yourself worrying about the future, reliving the past, or having trouble remaining in the present moment? Have your relationships been strained or have you been feeling disconnected from others? I can help you to clarify your thoughts and feelings, identify unhelpful patterns, and assist you to look deeply into all areas of your life. I have a warm, compassionate, and down to earth style and can empower you to look within yourself to find the tools to implement change. I utilize a person-centered, integrative approach, and draw from mindfulness-based interventions.