Therapists in Plainview, NY

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore and resolve challenges that are roadblocks to being your best self. Addressing concerns including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, behavioral issues, and relationship problems. I work with individuals, couples and families from a strength-based approach to pursue healthy choices and healing connections, Experienced educational and behavioral consultant.

I am a LCMHC in New York and a Canadian registered psychotherapist of Ontario. My job is to interpret and apply current theory and empirically validated treatments in an ethical manner with the goal of relieving your distress. I believe when working with clients, that it is important to attend to the affect, cognition, and behavior of the individual to identify any characteristics of psychopathology. The goal of therapy is to help you express, alter, and understand what is causing your distress. Many considerations are weighed to formulate your treatment plan based on your clinical needs.

My name is Deb Viola and I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker. We are a group of compassionate, caring and professional therapists. We have been assisting individuals and couples in creating a healthier and happier life. We have had success in empowering clients to implement positive change in their lives. Through thoughtful understanding and compassion, we can help you make your desired life a reality. We work with clients to identify conflicts, negative patterns and sources of stress in their lives and help facilitate self-awareness and positive change. ** During these challenging times we offer Telehealth.

My approach is person centered and psychodynamic. I use evidence-based therapeutic practices with a foundation in existential therapy. Together, we can uncover the "why," so you may live with any "how."

We have both male and female clinicians. Don't hesitate to ask! I believe being compassionate, open-minded, and culturally competent allows me to understand the stressors in a person's day-to-day life. I have an ample amount of experience with children and adolescents, as well as families, individuals, and couples. Yes, this process will take work, but I know that together, you can make it through anything whether it be anxiety, depression, or self-esteem. I use an eclectic approach to counseling which utilizes various theories and techniques. If something doesn't work for you, we will collaborate to find something that does.

***Email/Text preferred*** We believe that in every challenging moment in life lies the opportunity for change. Change can often be scary and/or difficult however necessary to achieve inner peace, counseling can help move forward the process to achieve mental health. Wellness is key and in our conversations I explore your values during counseling therapy sessions. We do explore all aspects of life that are important including physical, mental, emotional, financial, and spiritual health. Typically our initial counseling sessions conversations are casual, it is a platform to ensure that I am the right fit for you.

While everyone’s journey through life is unique, we ultimately all want the same thing…We ALL want to be happy. Unfortunately, happiness doesn't always come easily. Our journey is full of challenges that we have to overcome in order to get back to being happy. We experience sadness and loss. We fall completely in love only to suffer heart break. Some of us go through traumatic events such as combat or a devastating accident. These situations and many more cause us to develop feelings of fear, sadness and frustration which we do our best to manage, but typically do so in an unhealthy and maladapted way.

My name is Deb Viola and I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker. We are a group of compassionate, caring and professional therapists. We have been assisting individuals and couples in creating a healthier and happier life. We have had success in empowering clients to implement positive change in their lives. Through thoughtful understanding and compassion, we can help you make your desired life a reality. We work with clients to identify conflicts, negative patterns and sources of stress in their lives and help facilitate self-awareness and positive change. ** During this challenging time Telehealth is available!

Have you ever wished that you could talk with someone about your deepest troubles and worries without being judged? Do you want to have someone who can help you untangle your emotions while feeling safe and accepted at the same time? Do you feel lost in a world where everyone else "has it together?" I assure you that everyone at some point in their lives would benefit from therapy. No issue is too big or too small- if something has been on your mind and you cannot resolve it no matter how hard you try, you've come to the right place.

Deirdre built First Step Therapy & Wellness Group from the ground up and has been hands on every step of the way. Her work ethic is indisputable and she is completely invested in creating a cohesive work environment adhering to values such as mutual respect and equality. She believes healthy doses of restraint combined with self discipline are key components to her success both personally and professionally. Deirdre is highly regarded by her peers and is a long-standing staple within the community where she is committed to creating a safe secure environment for her clients and colleagues. Ms. Holland currently maintains an established private practice

Hello, I'm Zaina! As a therapist, I aim to create a space to foster introspection, inner child healing, and self-compassion through the collaborative effort of both the therapist and client. My style of treatment focuses on helping clients find patterns in their emotions, thoughts, and beliefs in order to gain insight into their current self. Our work together aims for you to explore how reactions to present-day circumstances may be influenced by past events. I may also implement trauma focused or behavioral approaches that focus on processing, healing, and developing coping skills.

The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it is my greatest passion in life.

Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Syerra received her masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Hofstra University. Through her time in school and working with clients, she has leaned towards a postmodern perspective in therapy that focuses on the strength of her clients, the here and now, and the realistic steps that can be taken towards the goals and changes which have been collaboratively devised.

About Comprehensive Counseling LCSWs: Whether you're struggling with a particular issue or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, we can help by providing you with the insight and tools you need to move beyond current obstacles. Comprehensive Counseling LCSWs is an affiliate company of LearnWell. We are a community based mental health practice where a diverse group of New York State licensed mental health professionals draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist clients in achieving their treatment goals. Accessibility, service and professionalism are the key elements of our success.

At the heart of making positive changes in our life is examining our thought processes and beliefs about ourselves, our relationships and the world around us in general. Whether you are seeking individual or couples counseling, navigating current challenges, struggling with past trauma or difficult emotions, your mental fitness is foundational to your success.

Are you ready to start a new chapter of your life? It’s challenging to feel sad, anxious, indecisive, and unbalanced. Sometimes it’s just exhausting and lonely. Whether you want to find happiness again, feel confident, control your behaviors, and see your path, it’s possible! I like to think of life as a book. You have pages of experience that influence your life, but you can turn to a new page and live the life you want. I have helped people with their career paths, move towards abstinence from addictive behaviors, and break the cycle of feeling depressed and anxious for fulfillment and confidence.

Are you struggling with maladapting to life challenges? Has anxiety and depression tried to control your life? If you answered yes to these questions, with your permission, I would like to journey with you and help you develop your own inner peace and tranquility. Through evidence-based practices including cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing and dialectical behavioral techniques, I will provide you with a safe, trusting and nonjudgmental environment to help you create the life you want to live.