Therapists in Staten Island, NY

My practice "Culturally Competent Compassionate Counseling" seeks to respect, encourage and support the pursuit of personal growth and fulfillment of all individuals, regardless of age, race, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. Life is trying in the best of times. My job as your therapist is to listen without judgement, support your pursuit of your self identified goals and gently challenge you to live your best life. In addition to my private practice, I am also an E A P professional and Administrator on the Office of Mental Health CIRT Team at South Beach Psychiatric Center.

Hi! Welcome to your first step on your self-awareness journey! I have worked in multiple clinical settings, including but not limited to ACS, homeless shelters, foster care, preventive services, teen pregnancy, outpatient therapy, the LGTBQI community, and juvenile justice. My professional experience has provided me with skills and knowledge of the effects that trauma, family, government systems, bullying, and poverty can have on an individual's day-to-day functioning. I am a firm believer in getting to the root of the problem with an emphasis on a collaborative approach to achieve and maintain long-term goals.

Have you felt stressed, anxious, grief stricken, panicky, or depressed? Are relationships causing you conflict and it's as if no one understands you? You have made the first step to bettering yourself and I appreciate you. I am here to provide my experience, training and empathic approach to give you the tools to overcome your challenges. We will do this together. My almost 2 decades of being a psychotherapist has taught me great patience, compassion, empathy and understanding of our unique situations. I am looking forward to helping you overcome your difficulties in life and spreading your wings of emotional and inner freedom!

TELEHEALTH SERVICES AVAILABLE. I have experience working in both acute and community based mental health programs. I have expertise in helping both clients and families to function optimally in their environment.

We all face challenges throughout life. How we react and grow from these challenges is what is important. Family and friends are great supports but can't always help us find resolution. I will help you to solve problems, explore real life solutions, and identify strategies that fit the way you think and feel.

I am currently offering tele therapy (Virtual Therapy) for those who need it given this moment of crisis we are all living through. I am a clinical psychologist who has extensive experience working with children and families. I have worked for many years with children and adults suffering from various mental health issues including but not limited to ADHD, Oppositional Defiance, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Dx, and Substance Abuse.

"I Will Not Fear." These are words that empower my clients to battle and overcome anxiety. You are not your own enemy; anxiety is the enemy. Change the way you relate to your feelings and you will change your relationship with anxiety and depression now, not next year. My approach is Solution Focused,letting go of the past and not fearing the future.

Dr. Blanchfield is available for in person and Virtual sessions via Skype/Zoom. She is approved by the NYC18-B Family Court program and is an experienced counselor for Family Court issues I.e. Separation, Divorce and Therapeutic Visitation. She is a Certified Parental Coordinator for separating/divorced families for the past 10 years and has provided Supervised Reunification therapy for alienated parents and their children. She specializes in Parental Alienation Syndrome. Anger Management therapy sessions are also available. She has a new Podcast called Doctor Lisa's World and you can listen to the Podcast at drlisa.newpodcity.com.

I work with individuals providing a client centered approach to make sure that they are comfortable in treatment and can carry the skills that we work on in sessions into the outside environment. I want to make sure that clients feel heard and supported on their journey toward overall wellness.

I have a Graduate degree from NYU and was recognized for Excellence in Community Services. As a Psychotherapist and Licensed Board Certified Creative Arts Therapist, I am committed to assisting in your mental wellness. Together, we will enter into a therapeutic relationship and explore your issues and goals working towards healing and growth in the relaxed and safe environment of my office. Our collaborative efforts will facilitate improved communication, self esteem and help acquire the coping skills to recognize your full potential. Utilizing this dynamic approach, you will find the healing power within to facilitate positive change, restore and improve emotional, cognitive, and spiritual health.

If you, or someone you love, are struggling with past trauma, health issues, substance use, domestic violence, family conflict, stress, or Anxiety and Depression, it can be overwhelming to manage on your own without support. Trust, respect, and empathy are foundational in therapy. I strive to create an accepting and supportive environment to build a therapeutic relationship where you feel heard and validated.

If you're someone who is dealing with anxiety, depression, grieving, financial strains, marital/family issues, behavioral issues with your children, identity issues, or employment issues - You and I may be a great fit to work together. I invite you to think of therapy as a process where we will identify your unique issue, and go down the road of discovery to help you understand your beliefs, values and systems around your current lifestyle. As we develop deeper understanding of your unique view of the world we can then cultivate a life you're excited about and achieve freedom from these problems/situations you feel stuck in.

Esoterics Counseling was founded by a Black male therapist to provide quality mental health care by credentialed practitioners who recognize the unique challenges, transitions, and actualities of navigating life as a marginalized individual. We provide mental health support through a decidedly anti-racist and queer -friendly perspective while embedding cultural humility, awareness, and responsiveness into our practice. We strive to build a therapeutic alliance based less on diagnosis and more on uncovering effective strategies to assist with clarity, agency, and purpose. Insurance accepted through Alma or Headway only.

I firmly believe clinicians can provide good treatment if they approach the therapeutic work with compassion, patience, empathy, skills & commitment to growth. In treatment, there can not be effective emotional connectedness without understanding. I attempt to enter my clients inner worlds not solely from an impassive theoretical arena but to actually walk, see & feel their pains and traumas. Hold my hand, TOGETHER we can successfully walk through this journey. My practice delves into client stressors such as depression, anxiety, family issues & social problems as well as specializing in traumatic issues such as incest, rape, panic disorders, PTSD, grief & loss.

Ever feel like you're on a treadmill and going nowhere fast? That no matter what you do or how hard you try you just can't get past life's challenges? There are many moments in life that will cause anxiety, stress, aggravation, sadness, and despair. No matter your age, sex, or profession these symptoms can throw the best of us into a tail spin. The bottom line is that we're human and these are natural occurrences. Talking them out with someone who is willing to listen is the beginning of regaining a sense of stability and wellness.

I am a seasoned bilingual clinician, clinical supervisor, and graduate instructor. My experience in early childhood centers, family counseling programs, hospitals, and hospice covered the developmental spectrum of all ages. My therapeutic approach is humanistic and relational. I received my master's degree from Columbia University School of Social Work in 1999. I speak Cantonese and Mandarin fluently.

IN OFFICE & TELEHEALTH SESSIONS AVAILABLE. The characteristics of an effective seasoned clinician oftentimes is one who appreciates the importance of both empathy and commitment in being a therapist. My practice specializes in the treatment of adolescents and adults who present with behavioral and emotional problems caused or made worse by substance misuse. This work often involves family members in order to compile a comprehensive assessment and develop effective solutions to the presenting problems. I believe these factors coupled with motivation of the client makes for a situation filled with hope and possibility of change.

We all have the capacity to make positive changes in our lives, and it is during the time of crisis when the most change can occur. Everyday stressors, relationship conflicts, work and school challenges, loss of a loved one; these events can overwhelm and challenge us in many ways. Adjusting to new experiences is difficult. Depression, anxiety, self doubt and resentment can set in. Therapy helps develop and strenghten our ability to cope, to manage these feelings. It helps us uncover negative patterns and behaviors, but most important it helps bolster our existing strengths and potential for change.

In life, we all experience both positive and negative life events that affect our mental health and well-being. It's not just the actual experiences that we encounter, but how we come out of those experiences as the best version of ourselves that creates space for even more growth and maturity, no matter how big or small the event/experience is. Therapy is an ongoing process that takes dedication and an open mind. Our mental health directly correlates to our physical, emotional and spiritual health. It starts with the mind. How we interpret and receive things is essential in understanding who we are and who we want to be.