Positive Psychology Therapists in 11205

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Deanna Baker
Counselor, LMHC, MSEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205  (Online Only)
I'm a holistic and eclectic therapist that specializes in EMDR, IFS, positive psychology and strength based therapy.
You are ready to face your traumas and learn the tools to overcome distressing symptoms. You need supportive and nonjudgmental guidance to explore your thoughts, feelings, and history. You are looking for a collaborative and solution focused therapeutic dynamic. I'm so happy that our paths have crossed, lets get to work. My office is a safe space where you can explore challenges without any fear of judgement. Therapy can feel daunting but I am ready to be there by your side as we dig deep, connect dots, uncover patterns, and overcome trauma. Today is a great day to begin healing.
I'm a holistic and eclectic therapist that specializes in EMDR, IFS, positive psychology and strength based therapy.
You are ready to face your traumas and learn the tools to overcome distressing symptoms. You need supportive and nonjudgmental guidance to explore your thoughts, feelings, and history. You are looking for a collaborative and solution focused therapeutic dynamic. I'm so happy that our paths have crossed, lets get to work. My office is a safe space where you can explore challenges without any fear of judgement. Therapy can feel daunting but I am ready to be there by your side as we dig deep, connect dots, uncover patterns, and overcome trauma. Today is a great day to begin healing.
(845) 244-5838 View (845) 244-5838
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Cheril Ellingson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11205
I utilize a range of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused, and Strength-Based modalities.
Therapy can teach how to handle life obstacles in a healing, healthy way. I understand it can be scary, daunting, and overwhelming to start this journey. It can be easy to isolate yourself, to shove down the pain, or think you can’t be helped. No matter what your struggle is, you don’t have to go through it alone. Areas of focus include anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, OCD, addiction, grief and loss. As your therapist, I aim to help you feel heard, validated, and empowered.
I utilize a range of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused, and Strength-Based modalities.
Therapy can teach how to handle life obstacles in a healing, healthy way. I understand it can be scary, daunting, and overwhelming to start this journey. It can be easy to isolate yourself, to shove down the pain, or think you can’t be helped. No matter what your struggle is, you don’t have to go through it alone. Areas of focus include anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, OCD, addiction, grief and loss. As your therapist, I aim to help you feel heard, validated, and empowered.
(347) 997-6434 View (347) 997-6434
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Alana Miller
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11205
Everyone deserves to be seen and heard for who they are. I am committed to working with compassion and empathy, to guide my clients towards a greater sense of self-love, understanding, and acceptance. Through non-judgemental deep listening and collaboration, I believe we can all live a more connected, inspired life.
Everyone deserves to be seen and heard for who they are. I am committed to working with compassion and empathy, to guide my clients towards a greater sense of self-love, understanding, and acceptance. Through non-judgemental deep listening and collaboration, I believe we can all live a more connected, inspired life.
(516) 619-2883 View (516) 619-2883
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Hope Springs Psychotherapy - Ladi Agahiu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205  (Online Only)
Our practice welcomes all who question their life's path and doubt themselves, who negotiate cultural identities or life transitions, and those who want a space to be supported as they figure out who they want to be. Our goal is to provide a supportive space for clients to unearth who they truly are. We hope this will allow them the space, grace, and permission to achieve their behavioral, mental, and emotional growth goals.
Our practice welcomes all who question their life's path and doubt themselves, who negotiate cultural identities or life transitions, and those who want a space to be supported as they figure out who they want to be. Our goal is to provide a supportive space for clients to unearth who they truly are. We hope this will allow them the space, grace, and permission to achieve their behavioral, mental, and emotional growth goals.
(646) 798-2583 View (646) 798-2583
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Quincy Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSEd, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205
Feeling stuck, unfulfilled, and overwhelmed can be very debilitating, isolating and feel permanent. These challenges can come up in relationships (love, family) and in your profession. You may have tried just about everything you can think of to address your concerns but still don't know how to move forward and resolve things. I can help you find relief. I have a calm, gentle presence that is perceived by many to be nurturing and inviting.
Feeling stuck, unfulfilled, and overwhelmed can be very debilitating, isolating and feel permanent. These challenges can come up in relationships (love, family) and in your profession. You may have tried just about everything you can think of to address your concerns but still don't know how to move forward and resolve things. I can help you find relief. I have a calm, gentle presence that is perceived by many to be nurturing and inviting.
(347) 809-6153 View (347) 809-6153
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Odile Psychotherapy Service,LCSW,PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MHC-LP, MHC, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to let go of past hurt or are you stuck in the same patterns? Are you struggling to move forward from a past relationship? Do you keep choosing the wrong partner, but you don’t know why? Are you feeling single and ashamed? Are you feeling alone in your pain? Is shame, anger, low self-esteem, resentment, sadness or anxiety holding you back? Do you notice that you’re engaging in the same maladaptive behaviors as your parents? Do you want to better understand who you are and why you cannot break your patterns? Do you need new tools to help you cope with the challenges of life? Allow us the opportunity to support you
Are you struggling to let go of past hurt or are you stuck in the same patterns? Are you struggling to move forward from a past relationship? Do you keep choosing the wrong partner, but you don’t know why? Are you feeling single and ashamed? Are you feeling alone in your pain? Is shame, anger, low self-esteem, resentment, sadness or anxiety holding you back? Do you notice that you’re engaging in the same maladaptive behaviors as your parents? Do you want to better understand who you are and why you cannot break your patterns? Do you need new tools to help you cope with the challenges of life? Allow us the opportunity to support you
(347) 246-4101 View (347) 246-4101
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Hope Springs Psychotherapy - Shanda Oliver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11205
In therapy, my goal is to use a person-centered approach and focus on the issues most pressing to you. I hope to create a warm, welcoming space for my clients and use a collaborative approach to resolve the issues we explore. In my opinion, being solution-focused and identifying strengths and barriers are critical to creating sustainable change.
In therapy, my goal is to use a person-centered approach and focus on the issues most pressing to you. I hope to create a warm, welcoming space for my clients and use a collaborative approach to resolve the issues we explore. In my opinion, being solution-focused and identifying strengths and barriers are critical to creating sustainable change.
(646) 921-6827 View (646) 921-6827
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Naomi Schwenk
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205  (Online Only)
Hi there! I'm Naomi, a mental health therapist dedicated to providing compassionate care to individuals navigating a diverse array of challenges. Imagine a safe space where you're understood and respected, where your unique experiences are honored without judgment. That is the atmosphere I co-create with my clients. Are you grappling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, or other neurodivergent experiences? Perhaps you're navigating intergenerational, cultural, multi-cultural/racial, or queer-related trauma. Whatever your journey entails, I'm here to walk alongside you with empathy and understanding.
Hi there! I'm Naomi, a mental health therapist dedicated to providing compassionate care to individuals navigating a diverse array of challenges. Imagine a safe space where you're understood and respected, where your unique experiences are honored without judgment. That is the atmosphere I co-create with my clients. Are you grappling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, or other neurodivergent experiences? Perhaps you're navigating intergenerational, cultural, multi-cultural/racial, or queer-related trauma. Whatever your journey entails, I'm here to walk alongside you with empathy and understanding.
(929) 207-8298 View (929) 207-8298
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Jennae Phillippe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205  (Online Only)
As a grief therapist, I understand that working through grief may be the hardest and most courageous thing any of us can do. Too many people feel lost in their grief, unsure how to grieve, or unable to let the loss go. My goal is to help clients understand and work through the tasks of grief while honoring the memory of the ones they have lost. I also know that grief can show up in many different types of loss, and so am committed to helping people navigate complex feelings connected to the loss of relationships, loss of jobs, loss of identities, or loss of religion or spirituality as well.
As a grief therapist, I understand that working through grief may be the hardest and most courageous thing any of us can do. Too many people feel lost in their grief, unsure how to grieve, or unable to let the loss go. My goal is to help clients understand and work through the tasks of grief while honoring the memory of the ones they have lost. I also know that grief can show up in many different types of loss, and so am committed to helping people navigate complex feelings connected to the loss of relationships, loss of jobs, loss of identities, or loss of religion or spirituality as well.
(253) 364-1109 View (253) 364-1109
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Susan Lee Bady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWBCD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11205
I am a highly experienced psychotherapist, with a spiritual orientation. I use psychodynamic therapy, hypnosis, meditation and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) to help individuals and couples find their own power. I offer you a safe space, an empathic manner and my active involvement to help you overcome anxiety, depression, relationship problems, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, work difficulties, smoking cessation, medical problems and many other issues I have worked with people from many different backgrounds and am very eclectic in my approach. For those who wish, I will help you explore the meaning of spirituality in your life.
I am a highly experienced psychotherapist, with a spiritual orientation. I use psychodynamic therapy, hypnosis, meditation and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) to help individuals and couples find their own power. I offer you a safe space, an empathic manner and my active involvement to help you overcome anxiety, depression, relationship problems, low self-esteem, trauma, grief, work difficulties, smoking cessation, medical problems and many other issues I have worked with people from many different backgrounds and am very eclectic in my approach. For those who wish, I will help you explore the meaning of spirituality in your life.
(718) 701-8896 View (718) 701-8896
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Malene Austin
Pre-Licensed Professional, CAT-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205
Welcome to a space where your story matters, and your journey is honored. Together, through collaborative sessions and personalized strategies, we'll unlock the door to real change. If you're ready to embark on a path where authenticity and progress converge, I'm here to walk alongside you.
Welcome to a space where your story matters, and your journey is honored. Together, through collaborative sessions and personalized strategies, we'll unlock the door to real change. If you're ready to embark on a path where authenticity and progress converge, I'm here to walk alongside you.
(646) 604-2382 View (646) 604-2382
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Gabrielle Guadalupe - Expansive Therapy
Counselor, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11205
My aim as a mental health counselor is to create an empathetic and curiosity-driven environment for clients to pursue and explore growth, well-being, and authenticity. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that works towards clients’ goals by examining emotions, unconscious beliefs, the mind-body connection, and relational patterns.
My aim as a mental health counselor is to create an empathetic and curiosity-driven environment for clients to pursue and explore growth, well-being, and authenticity. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that works towards clients’ goals by examining emotions, unconscious beliefs, the mind-body connection, and relational patterns.
(929) 545-6618 View (929) 545-6618
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Sara Loughlin
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The path to a life of peace, joy, and harmony lies ahead, and it's ok to need a little help in getting there. The foundation of my practice is based on two core principles: the importance of building a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship, and the belief that life's challenges provide an invaluable opportunity for personal growth. It takes courage to reach out for support and guidance, particularly if you’re going through a tough time; feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, having issues in your relationships, or if you're feeling ready to work through past traumas. Counseling can be transformative for these issues.
The path to a life of peace, joy, and harmony lies ahead, and it's ok to need a little help in getting there. The foundation of my practice is based on two core principles: the importance of building a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship, and the belief that life's challenges provide an invaluable opportunity for personal growth. It takes courage to reach out for support and guidance, particularly if you’re going through a tough time; feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, having issues in your relationships, or if you're feeling ready to work through past traumas. Counseling can be transformative for these issues.
(646) 760-5335 View (646) 760-5335
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Karen Symanowicz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LCPC, LPCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11205  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients. Are you a busy person? Do you feel overwhelmed by the constant demands of your busy life with little room to breathe? Are you frequently stretched thin, trying to meet your personal and professional obligations without letting anything slip? Do you often find yourself on the brink of exhaustion, struggling to maintain the pace of your fast-paced life? Is the relationship with yourself, and your relationships with others suffering? If so, you are in the right place!
Accepting New Clients. Are you a busy person? Do you feel overwhelmed by the constant demands of your busy life with little room to breathe? Are you frequently stretched thin, trying to meet your personal and professional obligations without letting anything slip? Do you often find yourself on the brink of exhaustion, struggling to maintain the pace of your fast-paced life? Is the relationship with yourself, and your relationships with others suffering? If so, you are in the right place!
(646) 332-0703 View (646) 332-0703
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Footprints Mental Health Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11205
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(718) 550-5392 View (718) 550-5392
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The Center for Integrated Grief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, FT
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11205  (Online Only)
Are you seeking relief for loss of a loved one? Do you feel deep in grief? Are you a stressed out caregiver? Coping with chronic illness? Processing feelings in a safe environment can improve your improve your sleep and help you find a feeling of security. I have an advanced certification in grief counseling and am a fellow in Thanatology, the study of death, dying and bereavement. Thanatology encompasses grief models and theories.
Are you seeking relief for loss of a loved one? Do you feel deep in grief? Are you a stressed out caregiver? Coping with chronic illness? Processing feelings in a safe environment can improve your improve your sleep and help you find a feeling of security. I have an advanced certification in grief counseling and am a fellow in Thanatology, the study of death, dying and bereavement. Thanatology encompasses grief models and theories.
(646) 846-9332 View (646) 846-9332
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Sarah Shuster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205
I am currently providing in-person and video sessions for individual therapy and couples work. My therapeutic approach is focused on making room for feelings of relief, self-acceptance, and a sense of inner calm. My clients arrive to therapy because of a tension between their external life feels outs of alignment their inner desires. Or, their relationships a source of pain for them, leaving them feeling stuck, like they are just replaying the same patterns over and over again. My clients have curiosity about their own roles in their dynamics in family relationships, romantic relationships, and friendships.
I am currently providing in-person and video sessions for individual therapy and couples work. My therapeutic approach is focused on making room for feelings of relief, self-acceptance, and a sense of inner calm. My clients arrive to therapy because of a tension between their external life feels outs of alignment their inner desires. Or, their relationships a source of pain for them, leaving them feeling stuck, like they are just replaying the same patterns over and over again. My clients have curiosity about their own roles in their dynamics in family relationships, romantic relationships, and friendships.
(929) 207-8079 View (929) 207-8079
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Mike Rosen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS Ed, RYT, WFR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205
Why were we taught algebra, but never taught about healthy relationships, delightful sex, grief, depression, or loving our bodies? Why do we fall into the same traps we fell into yesterday? Why do we go back to behaviors that we know are bad for us? I work with folks who feel stuck in painful cycles. I have special training in relationships, sex, and grief. I’ll give you tools & hold you accountable. My specialties are relationships, anxiety, grief, men's issues, queer issues, compulsive masturbation, porn literacy, low desire, ED & teens.
Why were we taught algebra, but never taught about healthy relationships, delightful sex, grief, depression, or loving our bodies? Why do we fall into the same traps we fell into yesterday? Why do we go back to behaviors that we know are bad for us? I work with folks who feel stuck in painful cycles. I have special training in relationships, sex, and grief. I’ll give you tools & hold you accountable. My specialties are relationships, anxiety, grief, men's issues, queer issues, compulsive masturbation, porn literacy, low desire, ED & teens.
(518) 765-1107 View (518) 765-1107
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Adwoa Akhu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11205
Greetings, I'm Dr. Adwoa Akhu, a passionate and empathetic psychologist dedicated to guiding individuals toward positive transformation. With a deep understanding of the human experience, I provide a safe space for exploration, healing, and growth. My approach combines spirituality, psychology, and knowledge of the complexity of sexism and racism with compassion in a judgment-free collaboration, fostering resilience and empowering my clients to navigate life's challenges. Let's embark on a journey of self-discovery together, unlocking the potential for a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Greetings, I'm Dr. Adwoa Akhu, a passionate and empathetic psychologist dedicated to guiding individuals toward positive transformation. With a deep understanding of the human experience, I provide a safe space for exploration, healing, and growth. My approach combines spirituality, psychology, and knowledge of the complexity of sexism and racism with compassion in a judgment-free collaboration, fostering resilience and empowering my clients to navigate life's challenges. Let's embark on a journey of self-discovery together, unlocking the potential for a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
(914) 862-7513 View (914) 862-7513
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Jahmeal Blain
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11205  (Online Only)
I assist clients that need assistance with coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues and anger management issues. If you are looking for support with life struggles or need assistance with making connections or understanding different aspects of life.
I assist clients that need assistance with coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues and anger management issues. If you are looking for support with life struggles or need assistance with making connections or understanding different aspects of life.
(347) 573-9153 View (347) 573-9153
Positive Psychology Therapists

How does positive psychology therapy work?

Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.

When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?

If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviors differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?

The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.

Is positive psychology effective in therapy?

Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.