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Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, DABP, FAPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Babylon, NY 11702
Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, offers a holistic team approach from an experienced and diverse group of clinical professionals, which include a clinical neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist, clinical social worker, clinical speech language pathologist, licensed mental health counselors, creative art therapists, and nutritionist. We provide our patients with an assessment, treatment, and therapeutic milieu from the initial diagnostic interview through decisive patient intervention and advocacy. Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, serves both adult and pediatric patients.
Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, offers a holistic team approach from an experienced and diverse group of clinical professionals, which include a clinical neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist, clinical social worker, clinical speech language pathologist, licensed mental health counselors, creative art therapists, and nutritionist. We provide our patients with an assessment, treatment, and therapeutic milieu from the initial diagnostic interview through decisive patient intervention and advocacy. Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, serves both adult and pediatric patients.
(631) 387-4005 View (631) 387-4005
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Comprehensive Counseling LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Manhasset, NY 11030
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.
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.
(516) 279-2801 View (516) 279-2801
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Lola Noero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11249
Schedule a free consultation with this link: www.calendly.com/lola-harney Are you living a fulfilling life that energizes you? Have you noticed yourself ending up in the same place, with familiar patterns? “Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed.”-Thich Nhat Hanh. I specialize in couples/relationship communication with advanced training, as well as trauma therapy (completed hours in EMDR training). I see clients in person and remotely. I am the Co-Founder of Manhattan Therapy (manhattantherapy.com)
Schedule a free consultation with this link: www.calendly.com/lola-harney Are you living a fulfilling life that energizes you? Have you noticed yourself ending up in the same place, with familiar patterns? “Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed.”-Thich Nhat Hanh. I specialize in couples/relationship communication with advanced training, as well as trauma therapy (completed hours in EMDR training). I see clients in person and remotely. I am the Co-Founder of Manhattan Therapy (manhattantherapy.com)
(332) 322-6370 View (332) 322-6370
Photo of Tina Puccio, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New York
Tina Puccio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10007
Sono uno psicoterapeuta che aiuta gli adulti a superare le barriere limitanti e raggiungere il loro potenziale ottimale nella loro vita personale e professionale. Il mio approccio clinico affronta problemi come depressione, ansia, dolore, difficoltà relazionali e transizioni di carriera. Paziente e compassionevole incoraggio e motivo i miei clienti attraverso una conversazione impegnativa e diretta. L'equilibrio tra vita e lavoro può essere difficile da gestire. Strumenti adeguati e la possibilità di utilizzare strategie di coping efficaci può aiutarti a interagire con queste situazioni in modo molto più sano.
Sono uno psicoterapeuta che aiuta gli adulti a superare le barriere limitanti e raggiungere il loro potenziale ottimale nella loro vita personale e professionale. Il mio approccio clinico affronta problemi come depressione, ansia, dolore, difficoltà relazionali e transizioni di carriera. Paziente e compassionevole incoraggio e motivo i miei clienti attraverso una conversazione impegnativa e diretta. L'equilibrio tra vita e lavoro può essere difficile da gestire. Strumenti adeguati e la possibilità di utilizzare strategie di coping efficaci può aiutarti a interagire con queste situazioni in modo molto più sano.
(917) 924-8974 View (917) 924-8974
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Mahroo Moshari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10065  (Online Only)
Multicultural therapist in Manhattan with 20+ years of experience in cross-cultural psychology welcomes clients of diverse backgrounds and orientations. Whether you grew up in an individualistic or collectivist society, you may experience difficulty in coping with life’s challenges. Are you experiencing anxiety/panic attacks, depression, self-doubt, identity confusion, feelings of powerlessness, or social anxiety? Do you fear the future? Are you suffering from low self-esteem because your feelings have never been validated due to cultural stigma? Do you want to make a positive change in your life, starting today?
Multicultural therapist in Manhattan with 20+ years of experience in cross-cultural psychology welcomes clients of diverse backgrounds and orientations. Whether you grew up in an individualistic or collectivist society, you may experience difficulty in coping with life’s challenges. Are you experiencing anxiety/panic attacks, depression, self-doubt, identity confusion, feelings of powerlessness, or social anxiety? Do you fear the future? Are you suffering from low self-esteem because your feelings have never been validated due to cultural stigma? Do you want to make a positive change in your life, starting today?
(516) 701-3710 View (516) 701-3710
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Alex S Buckner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10017
I believe that each person wants to find fulfillment in life, and that through the therapeutic relationship, we can work together to achieve this goal. In today's world, there are so many pressures and obstacles that people face on a daily basis. I work to help people identify the factors that affect their lives, assist them in gaining insight into the causes of their problems, and develop real-life solutions to address problematic issues. I use techniques from various types of therapy to achieve this. I work to help people identify their strengths in order to increase resiliency and autonomy and develop growing self-respect.
I believe that each person wants to find fulfillment in life, and that through the therapeutic relationship, we can work together to achieve this goal. In today's world, there are so many pressures and obstacles that people face on a daily basis. I work to help people identify the factors that affect their lives, assist them in gaining insight into the causes of their problems, and develop real-life solutions to address problematic issues. I use techniques from various types of therapy to achieve this. I work to help people identify their strengths in order to increase resiliency and autonomy and develop growing self-respect.
(914) 618-5723 View (914) 618-5723
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Massimo Balestri
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
I treat a wide spectrum of conditions including mood and anxiety disorders (e.g., bipolar and depressive disorders, panic and phobias), ADHD, marital issues and PTSD. My niche is in personality disorders (e.g., borderline and narcissistic personality disorder). I have extensive experience treating trauma sequelas, dissociative disorders and helping individuals overcome grief. My practice also includes treatment of eating disorders in adults (e.g., bulimia) and parasuicidal behaviour. Although my practice is mainly guided by empirical modalities, I tend to approach each client in an eclectic manner to customize treatment as needed.
I treat a wide spectrum of conditions including mood and anxiety disorders (e.g., bipolar and depressive disorders, panic and phobias), ADHD, marital issues and PTSD. My niche is in personality disorders (e.g., borderline and narcissistic personality disorder). I have extensive experience treating trauma sequelas, dissociative disorders and helping individuals overcome grief. My practice also includes treatment of eating disorders in adults (e.g., bulimia) and parasuicidal behaviour. Although my practice is mainly guided by empirical modalities, I tend to approach each client in an eclectic manner to customize treatment as needed.
(914) 350-4086 View (914) 350-4086
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Max Malikow
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13203
2,500 years ago Socrates said, "The unexamined life is not worth living." He believed a good life requires an understanding of why we think, act, and feel as we do. Since relationship is part of psychotherapy, the personalities and philosophies of life of the client and therapist must be compatible. I am well-suited for clients who are curious about human behavior - their own as well as that of others. Before there were psychologists, the issues of life were addressed by philosophers. Thoroughly examining life includes considering ancient wisdom and spiritual reality as well as psychology (the science of mind and behavior).
2,500 years ago Socrates said, "The unexamined life is not worth living." He believed a good life requires an understanding of why we think, act, and feel as we do. Since relationship is part of psychotherapy, the personalities and philosophies of life of the client and therapist must be compatible. I am well-suited for clients who are curious about human behavior - their own as well as that of others. Before there were psychologists, the issues of life were addressed by philosophers. Thoroughly examining life includes considering ancient wisdom and spiritual reality as well as psychology (the science of mind and behavior).
(315) 474-4357 View (315) 474-4357
Photo of Paulina Castillo-Eisenbeis, Marriage & Family Therapist in New York
Paulina Castillo-Eisenbeis
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
I bring to my therapeutic container life experience and training in contemplative science, meditation, depth psychology, trauma, integrative care, marriage, parenting, blended families, career shifts, grief and loss, anxiety and belonging, and issues of diversity and multiculturalism.
At the heart of my work, I collaborate with you in tending to your emotional life, helping you build resilience while cultivating sustainable happiness. I work with individuals, parents, couples, people searching for healthy relationships, anyone seeking to effect change, and people overwhelmed by maladaptive patterns in their lives. Drawing from my training and life experience, we'll work skillfully and compassionately, together, toward achieving your goals. With a profound belief in the capacity for people to transform themselves, I can create a safe place to heal and grow.
I bring to my therapeutic container life experience and training in contemplative science, meditation, depth psychology, trauma, integrative care, marriage, parenting, blended families, career shifts, grief and loss, anxiety and belonging, and issues of diversity and multiculturalism.
At the heart of my work, I collaborate with you in tending to your emotional life, helping you build resilience while cultivating sustainable happiness. I work with individuals, parents, couples, people searching for healthy relationships, anyone seeking to effect change, and people overwhelmed by maladaptive patterns in their lives. Drawing from my training and life experience, we'll work skillfully and compassionately, together, toward achieving your goals. With a profound belief in the capacity for people to transform themselves, I can create a safe place to heal and grow.
(646) 713-2240 View (646) 713-2240
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Maryann Ryan, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
MSN, NPP, PMHNP-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Warwick, NY 10990
Contacting us is the first and most anxiety-producing step.
We strive to address your issues, meet your needs and work with you to meet your goals. We have over 15 years of experience treating ADHD/ADD, Grief, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Psychosis, Dementia, and other related conditions.. Visits are conducted in person or by video. We have interpreters for most languages and ASL available. We want you to feel that you are being heard, that your concerns are being addressed, and that you are treated appropriately.
Contacting us is the first and most anxiety-producing step.
We strive to address your issues, meet your needs and work with you to meet your goals. We have over 15 years of experience treating ADHD/ADD, Grief, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Psychosis, Dementia, and other related conditions.. Visits are conducted in person or by video. We have interpreters for most languages and ASL available. We want you to feel that you are being heard, that your concerns are being addressed, and that you are treated appropriately.
(845) 262-2248 View (845) 262-2248
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WNY Psychotherapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Amherst, NY 14226
This comprehensive program includes psychological evaluations, psycho-educational evaluations and treatment of ADHD, assessment of Autism-Spectrum Disorders as well as assessment and treatment of behavioral/emotional disorders including, but not limited to; Depression, Anxiety, and Oppositional-Defiant Disorder.
Joseph P. Zannoni is the Executive Director of W.N.Y Psychotherapy Services. As an owner since 1988, he works diligently to select private practitioners who are interested in providing high quality, cost effective services utilizing a wide range of treatment modalities for families and individuals in the advancement of emotional health. Our network of providers consists of over twenty independent practitioners with various areas of expertise. Our licensed practitioners include; Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Psychologists, and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners. With diverse backgrounds and specializations we address most patient needs, and provide comprehensive services for children, adults, families and seniors.
This comprehensive program includes psychological evaluations, psycho-educational evaluations and treatment of ADHD, assessment of Autism-Spectrum Disorders as well as assessment and treatment of behavioral/emotional disorders including, but not limited to; Depression, Anxiety, and Oppositional-Defiant Disorder.
Joseph P. Zannoni is the Executive Director of W.N.Y Psychotherapy Services. As an owner since 1988, he works diligently to select private practitioners who are interested in providing high quality, cost effective services utilizing a wide range of treatment modalities for families and individuals in the advancement of emotional health. Our network of providers consists of over twenty independent practitioners with various areas of expertise. Our licensed practitioners include; Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Psychologists, and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners. With diverse backgrounds and specializations we address most patient needs, and provide comprehensive services for children, adults, families and seniors.
(716) 508-4568 View (716) 508-4568
Photo of Jacqueline Szoychen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New York
Jacqueline Szoychen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, R
Verified Verified
Staten Island, NY 10314
I have a long track of success treating people of all ages, in the individual, couples, family, and groups modalities. Special experience working with PTSD, LGBTQ issues and trauma. I also have provided treatment for people in the Autism spectrum. I can provide services in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Hebrew. I have a robust system to provide you with the state of the art Telehealth services.
I have a long track of success treating people of all ages, in the individual, couples, family, and groups modalities. Special experience working with PTSD, LGBTQ issues and trauma. I also have provided treatment for people in the Autism spectrum. I can provide services in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Hebrew. I have a robust system to provide you with the state of the art Telehealth services.
(347) 983-6441 View (347) 983-6441
Photo of Biagio Mastropieri, Psychologist in New York
Biagio Mastropieri
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
Providing a warm, curious, and healthily irreverent environment, I help people cut through feelings of anxiety, sadness, and self-doubt and build a genuine core of self-worth, inner confidence, and peace of mind.
Sometimes, even after we have achieved some of life’s major milestones, we can still wrestle with uncomfortable emotions; feelings of listlessness or the slight ache that something is missing. It may seem as if the world on the outside we have worked so hard to construct isn’t quite what it seems or brings us the happiness we hoped. The gap between what we feel and what we think we should feel can grow. We may experience feelings of self-doubt, shame, loneliness, and notice our relationships have begun to suffer. Where we once shined at work, feelings of boredom, impostor syndrome, or insecurity may plague us. Confusion sets in.
Providing a warm, curious, and healthily irreverent environment, I help people cut through feelings of anxiety, sadness, and self-doubt and build a genuine core of self-worth, inner confidence, and peace of mind.
Sometimes, even after we have achieved some of life’s major milestones, we can still wrestle with uncomfortable emotions; feelings of listlessness or the slight ache that something is missing. It may seem as if the world on the outside we have worked so hard to construct isn’t quite what it seems or brings us the happiness we hoped. The gap between what we feel and what we think we should feel can grow. We may experience feelings of self-doubt, shame, loneliness, and notice our relationships have begun to suffer. Where we once shined at work, feelings of boredom, impostor syndrome, or insecurity may plague us. Confusion sets in.
(347) 682-2754 View (347) 682-2754
Photo of Ranjit Bhagwat, Psychologist in New York
Ranjit Bhagwat
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Albany, NY 12205
Not accepting new clients
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with 15+ years in the field specializing in trauma, post-traumatic stress, and substance use / addiction issues. I have particular experience supporting healthcare providers like physicians, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and other medical/mental healthcare workers or allied professions. Clients who seek my help have often had unusual or extraordinary exposures to traumatic violence, assault, war, genocide, hate crimes, abuse, neglect, and/or other significantly harmful stressors that have had a major impact on their lives.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with 15+ years in the field specializing in trauma, post-traumatic stress, and substance use / addiction issues. I have particular experience supporting healthcare providers like physicians, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and other medical/mental healthcare workers or allied professions. Clients who seek my help have often had unusual or extraordinary exposures to traumatic violence, assault, war, genocide, hate crimes, abuse, neglect, and/or other significantly harmful stressors that have had a major impact on their lives.
(518) 839-2347 View (518) 839-2347
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Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, BCN
Verified Verified
South Salem, NY 10590
Our center provides expert-level integrative care that goes beyond the surface of the issue. We support children, adolescents, teens, adults and families with a variety of mental health issues: ADHD, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, depression, concussion, learning disability, dyslexia, Autism, Lyme Disease, PANS/PANDAS with non-medication therapies. We provide holistic, research-based treatments such as neurofeedback, biofeedback, PEMF, counseling, somatic therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, and parent coaching. PODCAST: www.drroseann.com/podcast FREE Community: www.drroseann.com/community
Our center provides expert-level integrative care that goes beyond the surface of the issue. We support children, adolescents, teens, adults and families with a variety of mental health issues: ADHD, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, depression, concussion, learning disability, dyslexia, Autism, Lyme Disease, PANS/PANDAS with non-medication therapies. We provide holistic, research-based treatments such as neurofeedback, biofeedback, PEMF, counseling, somatic therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, and parent coaching. PODCAST: www.drroseann.com/podcast FREE Community: www.drroseann.com/community
(203) 295-7813 View (203) 295-7813
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Simona Noaghiul Yland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MD, MPH, LMFT
Verified Verified
Huntington, NY 11743
My choices of therapeutic models are specific to depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, BPD, eating disorders, DID, bipolarity, or personality disorders.
Finding the right psychotherapist is challenging and can be a lengthy process. Once the search is completed, and the therapy is under way, it will become rewarding and healing. My approach to psychotherapy is mindful, accepting and supportive. Trained in individual, couple, and family therapy, complex trauma, as well as clinical medicine and public health epidemiology, I provide treatment from an individualized integrative perspective, based on what is most beneficial to each person. My cultural and crosscultural perspectives allow me to also factor in the cultural impact on human behavior.
My choices of therapeutic models are specific to depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, BPD, eating disorders, DID, bipolarity, or personality disorders.
Finding the right psychotherapist is challenging and can be a lengthy process. Once the search is completed, and the therapy is under way, it will become rewarding and healing. My approach to psychotherapy is mindful, accepting and supportive. Trained in individual, couple, and family therapy, complex trauma, as well as clinical medicine and public health epidemiology, I provide treatment from an individualized integrative perspective, based on what is most beneficial to each person. My cultural and crosscultural perspectives allow me to also factor in the cultural impact on human behavior.
(631) 850-3051 View (631) 850-3051
Photo of Anna Marie Skop, Counselor in New York
Anna Marie Skop
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Williamsville, NY 14221
Not accepting new clients
I am a trilingual Licensed Mental Health Therapist (English,French, Spanish) with experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I am trained in trauma resolution, CBT, and DBT. I have been practicing for over 14 years in various clinical and school settings, you can be certain that I will be a great source of support for referrals and advocacy needs. I am a solution-focused, person centered, strength-based and goal focused therapist. I use mostly evidence based practice therapy but my approach is holistic. Because I am solely working at my private practice, you can expect flexible individualized treatment.
I am a trilingual Licensed Mental Health Therapist (English,French, Spanish) with experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I am trained in trauma resolution, CBT, and DBT. I have been practicing for over 14 years in various clinical and school settings, you can be certain that I will be a great source of support for referrals and advocacy needs. I am a solution-focused, person centered, strength-based and goal focused therapist. I use mostly evidence based practice therapy but my approach is holistic. Because I am solely working at my private practice, you can expect flexible individualized treatment.
(716) 708-4595 View (716) 708-4595
Photo of Amelio A D'Onofrio, Psychologist in New York
Amelio A D'Onofrio
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10075
With over 25 years of clinical experience, I've taken this journey many times before with others as they've engaged deeply in freeing themselves from their depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Life is hard. And, sometimes we lose our bearings along the way. There are times when the usual answers aren't enough and we must turn inward to search more deeply for the source of the patterns that keep us stuck and that make us suffer more than we need to. The path out of our darkness requires leaning into it rather than running from it. It requires going through it and doing the work that can lead us to the other side--to a more authentic and fulfilling life.
With over 25 years of clinical experience, I've taken this journey many times before with others as they've engaged deeply in freeing themselves from their depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Life is hard. And, sometimes we lose our bearings along the way. There are times when the usual answers aren't enough and we must turn inward to search more deeply for the source of the patterns that keep us stuck and that make us suffer more than we need to. The path out of our darkness requires leaning into it rather than running from it. It requires going through it and doing the work that can lead us to the other side--to a more authentic and fulfilling life.
(646) 600-9023 View (646) 600-9023
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Christine Cione, LMHC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams and live the life you've imagined. Are you at a crossroads in your life? Are you feeling stuck and wish you could change your perspective? Are you overwhelmed by emotions that make it challenging to navigate through life? You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, past or current traumatic events, or everyday life stressors. If so, you probably are seeking peace of mind, gratitude, hope, inner strength, and healthy coping skills. If this sounds like you, I welcome the opportunity to assist you on your path towards healing.
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams and live the life you've imagined. Are you at a crossroads in your life? Are you feeling stuck and wish you could change your perspective? Are you overwhelmed by emotions that make it challenging to navigate through life? You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, past or current traumatic events, or everyday life stressors. If so, you probably are seeking peace of mind, gratitude, hope, inner strength, and healthy coping skills. If this sounds like you, I welcome the opportunity to assist you on your path towards healing.
(516) 217-2150 View (516) 217-2150
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Aristotle Psychological
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Astoria, NY 11103
I have been a Clinical Psychologist for the past 24 years. I am specialized in treating children, adolescents, adults and couples experiencing various relationship and individual problems. Areas of specialization include: anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and family relational problems. In addition, I specialize in treating children with ADHD/ADD and other learning disabilities. In addition to providing psychotherapy, I also administer psychological and neuropsychological evaluations.
I have been a Clinical Psychologist for the past 24 years. I am specialized in treating children, adolescents, adults and couples experiencing various relationship and individual problems. Areas of specialization include: anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and family relational problems. In addition, I specialize in treating children with ADHD/ADD and other learning disabilities. In addition to providing psychotherapy, I also administer psychological and neuropsychological evaluations.
(347) 836-5378 View (347) 836-5378
Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.