Children (6 to 10) Therapists in 11768

Change and growth are tough. My goal as your therapist is to aide you to move from being stuck in your life to creating a life that is in alignment with your true self. I would be honored to assist you and/or your child in gaining the skills and insight necessary for your growth.

If you want to solve your personal problems, control your headaches, or other symptoms of stress, anxiety or depression, deal more effectively with your loved ones, friends and coworkers, then I would like to help. If you are self-motivated, sensitive, desire to improve yourself,and value personal responsibility, then I believe you are well suited to the type of help provide. If you not interested in clever explanations that only allow you to blame others, and do not lead you to a happier, more enlightened and effective life, then we are already on the same wavelength

Sometimes, life gets complicated and working with a professional can help set you in the direction you want to go. Together we can explore the problems and work toward solutions in a warm, supportive, confidential atmosphere. I have over 15 years of clinical experience. My practice includes working with adults, children, and adolescents. I have helped my clients to cope with and manage stress, anxiety, and depression. I focus on making treatment not only meaningful, but also affordable. With someone you can really talk to, solutions will start to take shape.

I am a New York State licensed mental health counselor with extensive experience working with young children through adolescents and parents. I offer services to families at the office, in the home or at school to provide counseling to best facilitate positive changes and coordinate efforts of all those involved with the youngsters' success. I have two Masters Degrees and use a cognitive behavioral approach to counseling. Special areas of expertise include: anxiety disorders, loss or grief issues, impulse control disorders, problems related to dealing with divorce and separation and parenting skills.

Is your child, adolescent, teen or young adult experiencing emotional difficulties that are affecting daily life? Is your child struggling with grief, identity, school performance stress, anxiety and/or past trauma? Life can be difficult for children and teens who are trying to make sense of the world while also building their own identities. With supportive counseling children and teens can gain the confidence needed to thrive into their next life transition and demonstrate ability to effectively cope with what life throws in their direction.

Often times the most challenging periods of life are when we are in transition or beginning a new chapter. Are you a young adult, maybe beginning college or not sure of next steps to take. Perhaps you’re feeling overwhelmed at all the new expectations, social dynamics, freedom and responsibilities. Parenthood is another huge life transition. Perhaps you are pregnant, newly postpartum or your child is going through a difficult time? Anxiety & depression are common feelings during such times. How are you coping? I would love to help you explore and grow as you move through this moment in your life!

As someone with over twenty-five years of experience with all facets of mental health, as well as substance abuse, I am both well-versed & well-rounded therapeutically. I seek to provide my clients with an open, supportive, and non-judgmental modality of therapy. I seek to encourage authenticity, individuation while providing both long & short terms goals for successful outcomes with clients. Utilizing a simple approach to therapy, which seems to be extremely effective, is to stay where my clients lead & or need me to go...until a solid foundation of trust and commitment are established.

Anxiety and depression can make life difficult to tackle at times. Let me help you to think differently, by providing the support you need to move out of your comfort zone. Build your self-awareness of what needs to change and accept ownership. Learn to identify your triggers to improve how you feel while learning new skills to communicate with others. I am able to work with the individual, couple or family that wants to set new goals for a healthier future. I provide straightforward guidance that will change your life & improve your relationship with your partner or family, now is the time to take the first BIG step into therapy.

Are you looking to cultivate a deeper sense of calm? Are you finding that pervasive anxiety has taken control of your life? Are your child's anxious and avoidant behaviors creating an impossible dynamic in your family? In a time where we are expected to perform our roles, whatever they may be, with perfection, precision and speed, and our children are smothered with the unrelenting demands of this increasingly chaotic world, anxiety can become a constant and undesired companion. The time and attention it takes to gain greater understanding of ourselves and our children can feel overwhelming and out of reach.

Has a stressful or traumatic event left you feeling depleted, depressed, anxious, or disconnected from your loved ones? By getting lodged in our bodies, stress makes it very difficult to “just get over it,” or "move on." Moving forward and healing, however, is possible. Even by considering psychotherapy, you are making a very important first step towards regaining control of your life. Your choice to value your mental health is the key to getting back your feelings of agency, self-confidence, and sense of control of our own emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.

In private practice for over 25 years, I have provided services to children, adolescents, adults and couples who are struggling with inner turmoil and the challenges of everyday life. I believe it is only by truly listenning to the bullied child, the nervous young man, the recently divorced woman, or the parents of an anorexic teen that a therapist can understand and provide the support and treatment that truly helps.

Taking the first step to make changes in your life is the beginning of a new path to enhancing your well-being. Are you stressed, anxious, experiencing trauma, a recent loss or developing an eating disorder or depression? I have helped numerous individuals, including children, teens, for more than 30 years to learn effective coping strategies and become more resilient in the face of life's challenges.

We take the greatest pride in ensuring that no individual is left without access to care by always responding to new patient inquiries immediately and accommodating the financial needs of our clients.  The well-being of our clients and the individuals of the communities we serve are our top priority.  No person should have to be without a supportive professional when they find themselves in a situation where reaching out for help is of the utmost importance.

You have taken an important first step towards making positive and lasting change for yourself and your family. Using a safe and supportive approach I can help your child work through difficulties and experience more joy and connection.

Life presents with numerous challenges. As children, teens, and young adults are learning about themselves and the world, seeking support to navigate life's stressors can assist in creating a happy and fulfilling life. I utilize an empathetic and active therapeutic approach. I work with client's to identify their core values and establish meaningful life goals. We will discuss your life events while generating thought and behavioral strategies to cope with current and future life stressors.

Keri Schumacher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in private practice providing child and adolescent services since 2012. She has received training in evidenced-based practices in the child traumatic stress field, particularly in Psychological First Aid (PFA), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Structured Psychotherapy for Adolescents Responding to Chronic Stress (SPARCS) and Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP). Ms. Schumacher primarily treats children, adolescents and young adults.

My theoretical orientation is integrative, which means I use a combination of humanistic, solution-focused, person-centered, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness based /contemplative approaches, stress management, and insight oriented techniques-depending on the needs of the client. I understand how critical the relationship between client and therapist is to the success of the therapeutic experience. As such, my hope always is to provide a warm, empathetic, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment-one in which my clients will feel safe and encouraged to build trust and work towards self-empowerment. To that end, I employ a collaborative, strengths-oriented approach.

TODAY is the day to start improving your emotional wellness. I believe therapy is a vehicle to become emotionally secure, balanced, fulfilled and happy. My promise to you is to create a safe space to unfold, unravel and rebuild. We will explore the sources of negativity in your life and practice coping skills to heal by finding your happiness! Please note, I am a proud member of a practice, Cunningham Counseling Services, and we offer multiple services listed below. Not all ‘specialties’ listed are unique to me but it is my mission to connect you to the best therapist for your healing & happiness!

Emily is a Licensed Master of Social Work who obtained her Master’s degree from Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College. She has experience working with clients of all ages, however is drawn to working with children and adolescents. Emily has experience working in the school setting, hospital setting, and for non profit organizations. Emily strives to help her clients build healthy coping skills, improve self esteem and empower them to progress towards reaching their mental health goals. Emily’s passion for helping others shines through with authenticity and compassion.