Dr. Lerner is a clinical and forensic psychologist, author, speaker, and emotional wellness consultant who focuses on helping people through challenging experiences. He is president of Lerner Psychological Services, P.C. in Melville, New York. As chairman & CEO of The National Center for Emotional Wellness, Inc., Dr. Lerner regularly provides practical information, training and support for organizations and corporations, educational institutions, healthcare providers and first responders around the world. Dr. Lerner specializes in the evaluation of law enforcement candidates and the confidential care of all first responders.

The Landing Meadows Mental Health Counseling (MHC) is an integrative group practice using strength based and person centered approaches to therapy to help people identify and work towards achieving their life goals.

Taking those first steps towards seeking help is no easy task, so take a brief moment to congratulate yourself on your initial efforts! Throughout my years of experience, it has been my mission to assist individuals to improve their emotional lives and to help them find the peace they are seeking. I have extensive experience working with adults, teens and children. I have successfully helped individuals struggling with relationship issues, addictions, anxiety, depression, parenting issues and various family/life conflicts.

Sometimes life brings us challenges we aren’t always prepared for, struggling with a new diagnosis, adjusting to a life transition, difficulties associated with care taking, loss of a loved one or facing loss and grief. I offer support to motivate clients, broaden their coping skills and encourage them to reach their highest potential. I use a compassionate and client centered approach and treat each client and family individually. We will work collaboratively to identify your goals and create a plan to develop new strategies to manage life's challenges.

Anxiety, worry, depression, feeling lost and out of control can affect us at different times in our lives, but when these feelings become overwhelming, or are interfering with leading a happy, productive life, we search for help and answers. I commend you on taking the first step toward wholeness. Together we will work on building the necessary tools and skills utilizing evidence-based theraputic approaches. The goal is to empower you to work through your current issue and any future ones. We will start from where you are now and work towards where you are determined to go.

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. According to Maya Angelou – “Courage: the most important of all the virtues because without courage, you can’t practice any other virtue consistently.” John F. Kennedy stated, “Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction.” Here at Mindful Therapy Group we will help you find your direction and believe in your purpose. We will give you the tools and help teach you to build the life that you want. Lou Holtz, “It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it.”

As your therapist, I will help you share your story to better understand how it may be presenting problems for you in the present, as "There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you”(Maya Angelou). You may have patterns of handling relationships/situations & want to get unstuck from your usual patterns. We will practice new ways of thinking & doing in a non-judgmental and safe atmosphere. Whatever you are facing, I am here to help you through it. I have flexible hours to help people via telehealth, particularly for overwhelmed parents. I work around you/your child's hectic schedules.

Do you feel unsatisfied with the direction of your life and the quality of your relationships? Do you feel stuck or lonely? Perhaps your persistent worries are narrowing your life? My goal is to empower adolescents, adults and couples to heal and grow into the people they would like to become, and to thrive in their lives and relationships. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, school-related difficulties, parenting issues, trauma, grief, and marriage/relationship issues. We will work collaboratively to identify your goals and create a plan to develop new strategies to manage life challenges.

At times life can be challanging & reaching out for support & assistance is necessary. Counseling is a way to have a non-judgemental professional help you manage your particular stresses & learn ways to cope. Whether its addressing past struggles or managing current ones appropriate treatment can help. You can improve relationships, overall health, focus & live happier! Bettina has several years of experience providing counseling.She is a mother, friend, & a real person who has the professional education & experience to assist you. Daytime, evenings appts provided via tele-therapy (online/video counseling) for individuals or couples

Life can be easier! Learn specific tools in each session to reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and simply work through life's challenges. Over the last 10 years I have guided many individuals, families, couples, and groups to a new state of understanding and personal growth in their lives. I specialize in helping adults and children struggling with issues related to anxiety, panic attacks, depression, school refusal, divorce, and PTSD.. My style of counseling fosters personal growth and family cohesion in a warm, friendly, and safe environment.

I consider it a great privilege to help my clients with their most personal struggles and it is with this mind-set that I seek to provide a safe and compassionate space to begin our work together. As a clinical social work therapist for over 18 years, I have enjoyed helping many children, adolescents and adults cope with issues such as anxiety, OCD, depression, low self-esteem, and family discord. Working from a strength-based perspective, I utilize a range of treatment modalities including CBT, DBT and mindfulness to help my clients reach their goals.

Are you struggling with self defeating thoughts, feelings or behaviors that bring you down and you can't seem to find your way out? Are your relationships troubled and disappointing? Do your fears and worries get in the way of being your most creative and productive self? Are you ready to make positive changes? My practice of 20+ years focuses on treating children, adolescents and adults who may be experiencing any of the above. My areas of specialty include but are not limited to the treatment of depression, anxiety, relationship problems, school difficulties, parenting and OCD.

The current COVID-19 Pandemic has changed our lives on so many levels. It has brought with it its own set of challenges that we may not have been prepared for. If you find yourself struggling during this time, you are not alone. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. I have worked with people just like you, who feel overwhelmed day to day. People who would love to reduce these negative emotions and start to feel in control again and re-energized. Let's take a look at the things that are making you feel this way and let's work on them

In the Buddhist tradition it is noted: "all that we are is the result of what we have thought. The mind is everything. What we think we become". This quote reflects my psychological approach to the problems people bring to me. My approach is as pragmatic as it is philosophical, as caring as it is confrontative and as serious as it is humorous. This may sound contradictory but life is not linear and therapy is a microcosm of life. The relationship that develops between a therapist and the client is the heart of the engine of change that defines therapy.

My personal philosophy in life is that you can do anything you set your mind to when you have the support and faith to spur you forward. Without support or a belief system, I believe it’s harder if not impossible to be a better/matured version of yourself. If you have felt stuck or felt unmotivated by life's present challenges or past hurts and pains or just overwhelmed by it all, You have a place to find that comfort, guidance, and solutions, where it was believed there, were not.

I am passionate about uniting with clients through painful and difficult seasons of their life. Many of us live each day with a lack of contentment, a nagging sense that we are not enough, but this does not have to become the norm. Challenges may arise that are difficult to overcome. Counseling is a way to develop better ways to cope with life in the present, heal wounds from the past, let go of worries for the future and help you overcome these barriers that stand in your way. I help clients gain insight by providing a supportive and caring environment, while also challenging my clients as my counsel is to always move forward.

Therapy can be a powerful force when one is ready and willing to bring about change and healing. As a therapist, I will work collaboratively with you to ensure that we identify and build on strengths, explore different pathways in managing challenges, and work on creating a more positive, and gratifying life. I work with children, adolescents, and adults on a wide range of topics that includes managing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, major life changes, and childhood trauma. I am rooted in psychodynamic psychotherapy however, I tailor my therapeutic treatments based on your individual needs.

Are you feeling anxious, sad, disappointed or overwhelmed? Do you need support in overcoming a significant obstacle in your personal or professional life or in making a major life decision? By providing a safe, caring and understanding therapeutic relationship, I will assist you in this journey. We will openly explore your difficulties, discuss techniques for coping with feelings, reach new resolutions, achieve solutions, establish and reach goals and improve your life and relationships with others. We'll use coping strategies to change unhelpful thoughts, behaviors and actions so that you can live a fulfilling, healthy and joy-filled life.

Welcome! Today is a really big day for you. You made a decision to make a change in your life for the better. You are to be congratulated and supported for this. Making these changes can get very complicated along the way. Are you ready to take the necessary steps to be the change you are looking for? Do you want to exceed your own expectations in your life? Are you focused, humble and willing to consider the thoughtful input of others in order to achieve your goals? If your answer is "yes" to these questions - then let's begin! One thing to consider... nothing changes if nothing changes.

"Every day begins with an act of courage and hope". I am so happy today you found my page.