Therapists in Plainview, NY

Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is the way you think about things. It's remarkable how our own thoughts can work against us creating anxiety, depression and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. There is great relief in the realization that the happiness you truly want and deserve is actually within your control! Whether your goal is diminishing your fears, gaining a better understanding of why you feel so sad, finally having the healthy relationship you have been yearning for, reducing stress, finding balance, or finally being able to answer that question, "What will make me happy?"

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.

Some people come to therapy to process trauma. Some people have stressful jobs, difficulties in school, or other life challenges and want to unlock coping skills. Some people are worried or sad or both and do not know why or how to feel better. As a licensed clinical social worker, I use my clinical experience and training to guide you in your self-exploration. I believe that people deserve to enjoy life and to suffer less. I can provide you with an objective professional perspective and I will listen, empower, and support you on your journey.

Working with adolescents and young adults has always been my passion. As a former school counselor, I use my knowledge of the school system in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy to guide teens throughout their educational experience. With specializations in ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and LGBTQ, I work closely with each individual client to determine goals and create a realistic long-term plan.

In a safe and respectful setting, utilizing traditional and holistic therapies, you can develop skills that bring you into greater partnership with you. As you come to truly know and understand your own unique journey, you will be led to skills that benefit the whole of you. When you feel comfortable within yourself, inner calm becomes readily accessible. Relationships that are sticky become fluid and more enjoyable. Whatever your personal issues, learning to understand and trust your own unique experience becomes the heart of a life well-lived. This is true for adults who see me individually, for couples, and with older kids/teens.

Humans have a natural need to show up and be celebrated for who they truly are. My job is to help you better understand yourself, your choices, and your process. Together, we will identify the internal narratives, subconscious programming, and behaviors that are not in alignment with your authentic self.

Everyones initial thought and direction is to ensure that everything goes well for them in all areas of their lives - family and community. Unfortunately, during social interaction and general communication there is no guarantee that all will go well. Their feelings can be hurt, cognitive functioning adversely affected, all of which can lead to the display of unacceptable behavior. Our defenses can become weak. Assistance can be sought to enable the individual to get through those mishaps. The care which I can offer clients will enable them to work on their needs, attain goals to become once again positively functional.

My ideal client is trying to understand not only the root causes that created a less than optimal life functioning emotionally, socially, occupationally, academically, or intrafamilially, but the actual cognitive behavioral steps to remedy the problem. I believe most problems we encounter in our everyday lives can be improved upon and transformed into a life we have chosen.

We all want better relationships and struggle to understand each other. It is an honor to know and work with couples, families and people of all ages to build flexible thinking skills to help you find peace in the many transitions in life. You have abilities and confidence in yourself and we take the time to grow into that space where you want to be.

Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is the way you think about things. It's remarkable how our own thoughts can work against us creating anxiety, depression and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The happiness that you truly want and deserve is actually within your control! Whether it's getting rid of your fears, understanding why you feel sad, finally having that healthy relationship you have been yearning for, reducing stress, finding balance, or finally being able to answer the question "what will make me happy?".

I became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the purpose of helping people as they navigate through life’s many ups and downs. I am passionate about helping clients increase their self-awareness and recognize their inner strengths. I aim to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for clients to feel supported and validated. I utilize a client-centered approach to therapy, tailored to suit the needs of my client. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Strength-Based Therapy.

I am a caring straight shooting therapist best for the person who wants direction and honesty to effect quick change in themselves and their lives. I have a long history of helping people who are struggling with various issues in life. My experience is extremely diversified and seasoned. My abilities come from lots of education and an abundance of my own life experience. I utilize various modalities of treatment and integrate whatever will work best for my patients. I will help you to effect positive changes in your life if you are willing to work and accept change. I am a strong believer in God and I utilize spiritual direction .

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.

I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker offering individual, couples and family psychotherapy. I work with children, teens and adults. My style of is warm, non-judgmental and interactive. I strive to create an environment that feels safe where deep, meaningful work can occur. I utilize a varied approach; the style of my work is informed by my training in various modalities of psychotherapy and tailored to the client’s needs. I received a Master's degree in Social Work from New York University in 2002, and have worked extensively throughout the NYC hospital system, schools, courts, and outpatient mental health centers.

Making contact with our more authentic emotions and needs can be frightening, leading us to avoid them through behaviors such as numbing out, shutting down, addiction, dissociation, and many forms of self-injury. Navigating these stormy seas within ourselves can feel impossible to do on ones own. We're not meant to do it alone. Your hopes and fears, and unique experiences deserve to fall upon the ears of an empathetic and attuned listener who can help you find your bearings and begin the work of transcending impasses and breaking painful patterns in order to move towards the experience of greater transformation and aliveness.

Are you feeling tired, lost, and unsure about decisions? Have you encountered thoughts of helplessness? Are you ready to reclaim your purpose and take back control of your life? Navigating challenges are not meant to be alone, working in collaboration can get you one step closer to reaching positive well-being. Are you and your partner facing conflicts? If facing strains in intimacy, communication and understanding, a change in perspective and an effort in restoration can lead to healthy replenishment.

Are you living the life you want? Is your relationship a source of pain for you? Are you arguing more, trusting less, or finding yourself not looking forward to spending time together? Maybe your relationship feels stuck, like you're just replaying the same disagreement over and over again. Do you not like the person you are when you're in a relationship or wonder why you keep repeating patterns in the type of person you date? Human beings are wired for connection, yet somehow the people we are closest with also seem to cause us the most pain.