Adults Therapists in Williston Park, NY

I believe that we all have inner strengths which can be used to achieve personal goals. My focus as a therapist is to establish a trusting, empathic, connection with clients through which they feel listened to, respected and understood. Together we explore patterns, thoughts, feelings, behaviors which interfere with growth and change. Within a safe, confidential,interactive environment, inner capabilities are released and more effective options discovered.

I enjoy working with individuals and couples across the life cycle: young adults dealing with anxiety, self-esteem issues or relationship stress in these uncertain times; couples long married and looking to enhance their relationship; and 'baby boomers' facing their own transitions while being 'sandwiched' between the needs of adult children and aging parents. I believe in our capacity for personal growth individually and in our closest relationships throughout life. In a safe, confidential environment you are invited to engage in the empowering process of therapy. My therapeutic style is warm, empathic and interactive.

I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor and a certified school counselor with many years of experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and young adults using an evidence-based approach. Areas of expertise include anxiety and mood disorders, chronic illness adjustment, pain management, and medical non-adherence. My practice includes individual therapy and group therapy. I work with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, stress from daily life, depression, and difficulties within relationships. My approach is warm, compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive.

In addition to the psychological issues for which people typically seek help in order to facilitate personal change and growth, during this challenging time, I will also be offering clients stress management strategies to help to cope with the anxiety and stress generated by this health crisis. I utilize a variety of cognitive-behavioral interventions as well as relaxation and mindfulness techniques. The emphasis is to help to people to establish healthier habits and more positive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Personal strengths and obstacles that affect progress towards achieving one's goals will be systematically addressed.

Are you unhappy with your life or in your relationships? Would you like to make improvements in your mood, self esteem or sexual life? I am a seasoned therapist who has worked successfully with individuals, groups, and couples. In addition to helping people with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem and empowerment, I have recently been specializing in relationship and sex therapy. I use various modalities and work to develop a relationship with my clients to help them make changes they desire in their lives. I work with clients to build a trusting relationship wherin the theraputic work can develop.

Insightful. Experienced. Knowledgeable. Reflective. The search for the right counselor can be a daunting task. When you've found the right professional, you'll know from the feelings of comfort, warmth, and welcome that envelope you. I believe we are all puppets on a string, living this life to learn better ways to love and treat each other with kindness, respect and compassion. There is light at the end of the tunnel, and I do believe it all works out in the end, however, it is impossible to do it alone. Together, we can build sessions that inspire, and encourage.

As stated in an invitation from the US Air Force in Washington, DC, " You have been recognized as a true innovator in the field of Family Therapy." Capt. C.J. Because of my expertise I have also been invited to teach therapy in Germany, Finland, Switzerland and throughout the US.

My style and beliefs are to create a safe environment within which individuals, couples, and families can explore their issues and challenges. I do this using brief solution focused therapy embedded in a narrative view. This means that I assist people in seeing their lives in more healthy ways as they overcome the challenges in their lives. This occurs in an atmosphere of empowerment and growth.

I provide relationship coaching to support, empower, and teach couples how to be happy together again. So many couples are simply missing the tools needed to create the healthy relationship they want. Partners need to know the "rules" of healthy communication, fighting constructively, and repairing the breaks that occur between them. When you understand why couples fight and how unresolved conflicts snowball into deep resentment and unhappiness, you're able to help reverse it. I believe teaching the underlying principles allows each partner to trust the process and invest in making changes.

Therapy is an exciting time of growth, self-realization and change. I can help you on your journey of healing, self-exploration and self-actualization. I completed my master's degree from NYU and have post-graduate training and extensive clinical experience working with eating disorders but work with a wide variety of mental health concerns. I am a former clinical director of a residential eating disorder facility and I will collaborate with your treatment team if you are seeking eating disorder treatment. I offer a free phone consultation to see how I can help you reach your personal goals.

People say I'm easy to talk to. I work to ensure that my clients receive the most thoughtful, supportive, and empathetic treatment in a safe and comfortable environment. I use a welcoming, nonjudgmental, and accepting style to better understand YOU and your concerns. Therapy offers an opportunity to explore, grow, and ultimately learn to cope with challenging life situations and feelings. Maybe you'd like to reduce your anxiety, depression, or heal from a difficult relationship. Perhaps you'd like to improve your self-esteem or let go of limiting beliefs. We'll work together to address your individual goals.

Let's be honest, things have been stressful lately! And even though you know everyone is going through it, it doesn't bring you much comfort and you may even feel like you are alone with this. You may have already had a lot going on before things changed and now you have that and this compounded together. The weight of it all can get pretty heavy at times and you are trying to be the best you can with everyone around you. You put on your best straight-face and a smile but worry that you're one moment away from losing it. Imagine how great it will feel to let all that go and feel more in control and confident!

Maybe recently your life hasn’t been going the way you envisioned. Maybe you are struggling with a new challenging situation in the face of a big change. Maybe a relatively small issue has become what your daily life is now centered on. Or, maybe you can’t put your finger on what is bothering you, but you haven’t been yourself lately. It can feel like “no one knows how this feels”, or “things could get worse”, but it can also feel like “I’ve already wasted so much time”. You are here and I want to be the first person to welcome you in taking the first step toward finding whatever it is you are looking for.

Are you looking to attain healthier relationships with loved ones, friends and co workers or yourself but do not know what is contributing to these setbacks? If your anxiety, depression or negative thinking patterns have become unmanageable, we can work together to find out how to make life better. The therapy session will be specific to your needs at a pace which is comfortable for you. We are all works in progress and can all benefit from learning new ways of handling our thoughts and behaviors.