Therapists in Amityville, NY

Are turbulent emotions and constant unease steering your life off course? Imagine a journey where you reclaim control, unraveling the complexities of your thoughts and feelings. Let's embark on this transformative path together, creating a sanctuary for your emotions. Together, we'll unravel your triggers and craft a personalized roadmap to propel you forward. As you triumph over challenges, we'll celebrate every milestone, making each step a testament to your resilience. Embrace the power to shape your emotional landscape and pave the way for a brighter, more fulfilling tomorrow.

Are you struggling, in your relationships with others, as a parent or in your career? I work with individuals of all ages to learn to better manage stress and other challenging experiences. My goal is to help my clients identify their personal strengths and build skills to better deal with problems in their life.

Are you tired of feeling like you're not showing up as your best self? As a Sports and Mental Health Counselor and Performance Coach, I recognize the vital role your mental and emotional well-being plays in your overall health. I understand firsthand how challenging it can be to prioritize your mental health and I'm here to help. Drawing from my own experience as a former Division I and professional football player, I intimately understand the physical and mental demands required to excel both on and off the field or court.

Trained in CBT, prefer to use a rational living approach with behavior modification and assist the client. Use DBT, CBT, Behavioral approach in Psychotherapy to achieve practical results, measurable and beneficial to the client. Short term treatment focus on result oriented approach with focus on cognitive or insight or behavioral modification is my style. Specialist in children, work with families and a fair mix of all age groups. I accept major health insurances & accept private pay. ANGER MANAGEMENT, AUTISM, ADHD, MOOD DISORDERS, ANXIETY SUBSTANCE ABUSE, ALCOHOL DOMESTIC RELATIONS/VIOLENCE ISSUES AND FORENSIC EVALUATIONS HANDLED AS WELL.

Therapy should not only focus on relieving your symptoms and distress but is also about building greater capacities for dealing with life's inevitable stresses and anxieties. I believe it is important to actively collaborate with you to find out what it is you want from therapy and to periodically evaluate the progress toward these goals. I look to tailor each person's therapy to their specific presenting problems and goals so that they will be able to feel better and feel more capable in facing life's challenges.

As a licensed and board certified clinician, I find that all aspects of experiences impact my clients as they do myself. My background in psychology and social work give me a unique perspective. I have worked as an educator in the public schools, provided services at a tier 3 hospital and continue to work in the non-profit sector. Each experience enhances my expertise in addressing serious issues that may be presented. Couples counseling, anger management, drug and substance abuse are some of the main areas that are addressed. We look for the underlying causes primarily Depression, Anxiety and mental health concerns.

Are these questions you have asked yourself lately: "Why am I feeling this stressed?", "Why is it hard for me to manage life now?", "How do I handle this life issue?" Facing the challenges of life can be overwhelming. Feelings such as anxiety, depression, anger, and hopelessness can be normal reactions to abnormal situations in your life, despite it not seeming that way. Having someone to support you along the way can make all the difference. I would like to help you on your personal journey and work with you to answer these questions and more. You can have the knowledge, confidence, and ability to change your life for the better.

I SPECIALIZE IN TEENS&ADULTS - Is your child's behavior causing you to stress out? I have extensive experience treating teens and understand the issues that cause them to bottle up, shut down and become defiant. I WELCOME ADULT PATIENTS-Unhappy? Need to talk? Whether your having marital difficulties, issues with your job or family or issues that you can't seem to solve on your own, there is help available for you. As an experienced therapist/educator I have helped my clients develop a more focused understanding of why they are feeling their feelings and how to heal.

Selected by NASW as Nassau County's "Social Worker of the Year for 2013", I have been providing quick symptom relief and comprehensive healing for 32 years. As I believe in "different strokes for different folks," I utilize Havening, EMDR, and DNMS to achieve these results. Clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and panic attacks have all benefitted. I also provide counseling for alcohol and substance abusers where I specialize in relapse prevention. Child and adolescent issues are also actively addressed, along with parenting concerns. Relief is available for those experiencing grief and other trauma i.e. car crash victims.

Therapy should not only focus on relieving your symptoms and distress but is also about building greater capacities for dealing with life's inevitable stresses and anxieties. I believe it is important to actively collaborate with you to find out what it is you want from therapy and to periodically evaluate the progress toward these goals. I look to tailor each person's therapy to their specific presenting problems and goals so that they will be able to feel better and feel more capable in facing life's challenges.

As a licensed mental health counselor with over fifteen years in the counseling field, I understand the importance of living a life filled with joy. I believe that the key to a successful therapeutic relationship is in the connection made between therapist and client. My hope is that I can connect with you and that we can work in a safe and supportive environment to help you deal with any issues of concern in your life. I am here to support you in finding your true self and to help you find what brings the most meaning into your life.

For nearly a decade, I have been working with clients struggling with varying degrees of mental health issues. I specialize in both childhood and adult trauma, as well as the various coexisting conditions that often coincide with it - including but not limited to: domestic violence, depression, anxiety, gender identity issues, sexuality, self-harm, suicidality, anger and aggression, familial and relationship issues, and substance use. Alongside my focus on trauma and domestic violence, I separately specialize in the treatment of anxiety and depression, all while working closely with the LGBTQ+ community.