Relational Therapists in Syosset, NY

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Brian Saks
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
My specialties include but are not limited to: depression in adolescents and adults, anxiety disorders, relational conflicts, stress reduction, life transitions, career/school difficulties, and working with the LGBT community.
For many people, facing life's problems can be scary, and asking for help in confronting them seems down right impossible. If you are one of these people, therapy may be beneficial to you. Therapy can help you develop a deeper understanding of these challenging issues as well as a greater understanding of yourself and how you relate to others. By helping you articulate your thoughts and feelings, and gaining a better understanding of your past experiences, we can work together to help you live a more satisfying and meaningful life.
My specialties include but are not limited to: depression in adolescents and adults, anxiety disorders, relational conflicts, stress reduction, life transitions, career/school difficulties, and working with the LGBT community.
For many people, facing life's problems can be scary, and asking for help in confronting them seems down right impossible. If you are one of these people, therapy may be beneficial to you. Therapy can help you develop a deeper understanding of these challenging issues as well as a greater understanding of yourself and how you relate to others. By helping you articulate your thoughts and feelings, and gaining a better understanding of your past experiences, we can work together to help you live a more satisfying and meaningful life.
(631) 257-3145 View (631) 257-3145
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Annette Simon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
My approach is developmental, relational, and psychodynamic.
I believe that certain patterns of behavior that impede personal growth are deeply rooted in our early experiences and relationships. They are largely outside of our awareness. Insight into how these experiences shape our perceptions, views and behaviors are illuminated through our work together within the therapeutic relationship. With clarity and a greater understanding of one's repetitive patterns, lasting change can be achieved as well as a sense of personal empowerment.
My approach is developmental, relational, and psychodynamic.
I believe that certain patterns of behavior that impede personal growth are deeply rooted in our early experiences and relationships. They are largely outside of our awareness. Insight into how these experiences shape our perceptions, views and behaviors are illuminated through our work together within the therapeutic relationship. With clarity and a greater understanding of one's repetitive patterns, lasting change can be achieved as well as a sense of personal empowerment.
(516) 342-4413 View (516) 342-4413
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Silvia Asherian
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
I use an integrative therapy approach of psychodynamic, relational and cognitive-behavioral therapies.
While earning my doctorate in child and school psychology at New York University, I had the opportunity to work in hospitals, schools and private practice providing psychotherapy and administering evaluations to children, adolescents and adults. While I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, I have a passion for working with adolescents/teenagers and young adults and guiding them to raise self-awareness, encourage self-esteem and self-love and ultimately make positive changes to become happier individuals.
I use an integrative therapy approach of psychodynamic, relational and cognitive-behavioral therapies.
While earning my doctorate in child and school psychology at New York University, I had the opportunity to work in hospitals, schools and private practice providing psychotherapy and administering evaluations to children, adolescents and adults. While I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, I have a passion for working with adolescents/teenagers and young adults and guiding them to raise self-awareness, encourage self-esteem and self-love and ultimately make positive changes to become happier individuals.
(516) 535-0502 View (516) 535-0502
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Elana Axelrod
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Syosset, NY 11791
I blend therapeutic approaches, including relational work and CBT (Cognitive behavioral Therapy), to best fit your needs.
We all deserve to have a space that we feel heard, seen and cared for as we work through life’s challenges. It can be overwhelming to watch our loved ones struggle with an issue and feel unable to help. I am here to support you and navigate this new journey together. My strengths as a clinician, center on creating partnerships with clients to address barriers that are stopping them from feeling their best. In our work together, we will explore life’s challenges and celebrate its joys.
I blend therapeutic approaches, including relational work and CBT (Cognitive behavioral Therapy), to best fit your needs.
We all deserve to have a space that we feel heard, seen and cared for as we work through life’s challenges. It can be overwhelming to watch our loved ones struggle with an issue and feel unable to help. I am here to support you and navigate this new journey together. My strengths as a clinician, center on creating partnerships with clients to address barriers that are stopping them from feeling their best. In our work together, we will explore life’s challenges and celebrate its joys.
(631) 557-0649 View (631) 557-0649
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Max Benezra
Counselor, EdM, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Syosset, NY 11791
I work primarily through a relational-psychodynamic lens, while incorporating other modalities as appropriate.
You can't adjust the wind, but we can adjust the sails; while we may not be able to change the factors that come our way, we can change the ways in which we approach whatever has caused difficulty. This quote encapsulates my sensitive, inviting, and unique approach to psychotherapy. I work with a variety of patients; my specialties are two-fold: therapy for young and emerging adults through a wide range of presenting issues, as well as therapy for psychotherapists, and other helping professionals. Together we will explore, leaving you with a better understanding of yourself.
I work primarily through a relational-psychodynamic lens, while incorporating other modalities as appropriate.
You can't adjust the wind, but we can adjust the sails; while we may not be able to change the factors that come our way, we can change the ways in which we approach whatever has caused difficulty. This quote encapsulates my sensitive, inviting, and unique approach to psychotherapy. I work with a variety of patients; my specialties are two-fold: therapy for young and emerging adults through a wide range of presenting issues, as well as therapy for psychotherapists, and other helping professionals. Together we will explore, leaving you with a better understanding of yourself.
(516) 387-6972 View (516) 387-6972
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Innovative Therapy
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
At Innovative Therapy, our patient promise is to be there for you in your journey to a happier you. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain and move forward to where you want to be in your life. Marriage and family therapists provide individual, couple, family, relational and group therapy. Marriage and Family Therapists assess, treat and implement change in the overall, long-term well-being of individuals, couples, families and other relationships. The traditional emphasis on the individual is expanded to include consideration of the nature and roles of individuals in relation to others.
At Innovative Therapy, our patient promise is to be there for you in your journey to a happier you. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain and move forward to where you want to be in your life. Marriage and family therapists provide individual, couple, family, relational and group therapy. Marriage and Family Therapists assess, treat and implement change in the overall, long-term well-being of individuals, couples, families and other relationships. The traditional emphasis on the individual is expanded to include consideration of the nature and roles of individuals in relation to others.
(516) 517-4985 View (516) 517-4985
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Fred Krellenstein
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
I specialize in working with both individuals and couples. My goal is to provide maximum relief from your emotional distress as quickly as possible. Towards that end, my treatment methods are aimed at helping you to live real life more happily. You can expect to be asked "What is it that you most want to change about your life?". If you are uncertain about what you want to change then sorting out that uncertainty will be our primary initial goal. I am committed to helping you achieve a deeper understanding and an effective remedy to your problem.
I specialize in working with both individuals and couples. My goal is to provide maximum relief from your emotional distress as quickly as possible. Towards that end, my treatment methods are aimed at helping you to live real life more happily. You can expect to be asked "What is it that you most want to change about your life?". If you are uncertain about what you want to change then sorting out that uncertainty will be our primary initial goal. I am committed to helping you achieve a deeper understanding and an effective remedy to your problem.
(516) 531-6046 View (516) 531-6046
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Rosara Torrisi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, MEd, CST, PhD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Syosset, NY 11791
I am dedicated to helping people work through life's unique challenges. I am here to assist you in reaching new solutions and working toward your goals. I can support individuals in coping with depression, anxiety, sexual identity or orientation, life skills for young adults, and sexual dysfunction. Couples or those in relationships may be seeking therapy for communication and relationship skills, sexual enrichment, mismatched desire, premarital counseling, or erectile and orgasm difficulties. I am an LGBT-Affirmative, Kink-Aware, and Poly-Inclusive therapist. I was Voted the number 1 Sex Therapist on Long Island for 2015 and 2017.
I am dedicated to helping people work through life's unique challenges. I am here to assist you in reaching new solutions and working toward your goals. I can support individuals in coping with depression, anxiety, sexual identity or orientation, life skills for young adults, and sexual dysfunction. Couples or those in relationships may be seeking therapy for communication and relationship skills, sexual enrichment, mismatched desire, premarital counseling, or erectile and orgasm difficulties. I am an LGBT-Affirmative, Kink-Aware, and Poly-Inclusive therapist. I was Voted the number 1 Sex Therapist on Long Island for 2015 and 2017.
(516) 279-2446 View (516) 279-2446
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Andrea S Gould
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
Is your love or work life in flux? Any life TRANSITION or CHANGE creates ripples, often producing stress and anxiety. Moving from one chapter of life to another asks us to leave our comfort zone. These are especially difficult times with the uncertainty factor challenging for all. Managing transition demands your perspectives, mindset and choices modify accordingly. LEARN what it takes to prepare and shift! A GROWTH mindset helps adjustment, and requires vision, motivation, and support to feel clear and confident. I'll be guiding you with wise compassion. Try a free 15min interview or visit LucidLearning.com for more info.
Is your love or work life in flux? Any life TRANSITION or CHANGE creates ripples, often producing stress and anxiety. Moving from one chapter of life to another asks us to leave our comfort zone. These are especially difficult times with the uncertainty factor challenging for all. Managing transition demands your perspectives, mindset and choices modify accordingly. LEARN what it takes to prepare and shift! A GROWTH mindset helps adjustment, and requires vision, motivation, and support to feel clear and confident. I'll be guiding you with wise compassion. Try a free 15min interview or visit LucidLearning.com for more info.
(631) 576-4106 View (631) 576-4106
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Lindsay Vitale
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Syosset, NY 11791
Hi! Are you a concerned parent looking to find support for your teenager? Has your once happy child become withdrawn, irritable, or anxious? As a parent, I know that there is no worse feeling than watching your child struggle without the ability to fix the problem at hand. Please know that you don't have to face your current struggles alone. I have a deep commitment to working with youth and families. I have specialized training in adolescents, parenting, and trauma.
Hi! Are you a concerned parent looking to find support for your teenager? Has your once happy child become withdrawn, irritable, or anxious? As a parent, I know that there is no worse feeling than watching your child struggle without the ability to fix the problem at hand. Please know that you don't have to face your current struggles alone. I have a deep commitment to working with youth and families. I have specialized training in adolescents, parenting, and trauma.
(631) 250-6356 View (631) 250-6356
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Shelby Alison Saks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11773
Whether you are looking for help with relationship issues or ways to manage the problems of everyday life, choosing a therapist may be one of the most important decisions you can make. My approach to psychotherapy is to design unique strategies to facilitate rapid and positive change in a supportive environment.
Whether you are looking for help with relationship issues or ways to manage the problems of everyday life, choosing a therapist may be one of the most important decisions you can make. My approach to psychotherapy is to design unique strategies to facilitate rapid and positive change in a supportive environment.
(631) 495-5538 View (631) 495-5538
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Jennifer Kornreich
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Syosset, NY 11791
I like to approach therapy as collaborative detective work, solving the riddles that stand in the way of a happier, calmer, more meaningful life. What are the current issues and past experiences contributing to your distress? How can you attain greater awareness and control over your decisions and behavior? These are the puzzles we'll undertake solving together. Research indicates that the connection between you and your therapist is the paramount factor in predicting therapeutic success. I'm not a passive listener; I provide ample feedback and will approach our work together with respect, curiosity and compassion.
I like to approach therapy as collaborative detective work, solving the riddles that stand in the way of a happier, calmer, more meaningful life. What are the current issues and past experiences contributing to your distress? How can you attain greater awareness and control over your decisions and behavior? These are the puzzles we'll undertake solving together. Research indicates that the connection between you and your therapist is the paramount factor in predicting therapeutic success. I'm not a passive listener; I provide ample feedback and will approach our work together with respect, curiosity and compassion.
(631) 714-2001 View (631) 714-2001
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Claudia Alter
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
The decision to begin psychotherapy can be a life-changing one. I approach my practice with this in mind. I work with each person collaboratively to address immediate as well as long-standing issues and concerns with a focus on understanding underlying causes. My goal is to enhance each individuals inherent capacity for growth, development and self-awareness. I also have experience with infertility and reproductive disorders. I am an experienced psychologist and psychoanalyst and work with adults and adolescents.
The decision to begin psychotherapy can be a life-changing one. I approach my practice with this in mind. I work with each person collaboratively to address immediate as well as long-standing issues and concerns with a focus on understanding underlying causes. My goal is to enhance each individuals inherent capacity for growth, development and self-awareness. I also have experience with infertility and reproductive disorders. I am an experienced psychologist and psychoanalyst and work with adults and adolescents.
(631) 406-9154 View (631) 406-9154
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Regina Katz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
Are you struggling with an increase in feelings of anxiety or sadness or just "not feeling right." Do you have a child or adolescent whose mood, behavior or change in eating now concerns you? My ability to quickly develop relationships, assess the situation and set up a treatment plan, will enable us to work together to manage difficult emotions, negative thoughts and destructive behaviors. My goal is to empower you and your family with the skills and tools for better coping. My thirty years of expertise with adolescents and adults and my personalized approach to your improved well-being is my commitment to you and your family.
Are you struggling with an increase in feelings of anxiety or sadness or just "not feeling right." Do you have a child or adolescent whose mood, behavior or change in eating now concerns you? My ability to quickly develop relationships, assess the situation and set up a treatment plan, will enable us to work together to manage difficult emotions, negative thoughts and destructive behaviors. My goal is to empower you and your family with the skills and tools for better coping. My thirty years of expertise with adolescents and adults and my personalized approach to your improved well-being is my commitment to you and your family.
(516) 864-4056 View (516) 864-4056
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Leslie Reed Shields
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11773
My psychotherapy practice is informed by formal training in contemplative and psychodynamic therapies, valuing health and wellness. My framework is a natural outcome of my own ongoing therapeutic work and developing spiritual practice, allowing me to more fluently move between the spiritual language of love and compassion and the psychological language of emotional distress and resiliency. The focus is on the here and now, understanding that your early developmental experiences affect your present feelings, mood, and behavior, often masking your natural capacity for well-being. Those experiencing life changes, challenges, transitions, such as loss and grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, divorce, work-related issues would benefit.
My psychotherapy practice is informed by formal training in contemplative and psychodynamic therapies, valuing health and wellness. My framework is a natural outcome of my own ongoing therapeutic work and developing spiritual practice, allowing me to more fluently move between the spiritual language of love and compassion and the psychological language of emotional distress and resiliency. The focus is on the here and now, understanding that your early developmental experiences affect your present feelings, mood, and behavior, often masking your natural capacity for well-being. Those experiencing life changes, challenges, transitions, such as loss and grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, divorce, work-related issues would benefit.
(516) 252-0595 View (516) 252-0595
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Sharon M Lorber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
Are you tired of feeling frustrated or ineffective in achieving your goals? Are your relationships causing you more pain than pleasure? You do not have to live this way. Consulting with a therapist about upsetting or confusing issues can be very helpful. Please contact me; I would like to help you. Working as a psychotherapist using multiple approaches with individuals, families, and couples, I treat depression, anxiety, addictions, parenting, marital, bereavement, divorce and career issues. With support and compassion, clients are helped to examine their beliefs, feelings and personal relationships and create desired goals.
Are you tired of feeling frustrated or ineffective in achieving your goals? Are your relationships causing you more pain than pleasure? You do not have to live this way. Consulting with a therapist about upsetting or confusing issues can be very helpful. Please contact me; I would like to help you. Working as a psychotherapist using multiple approaches with individuals, families, and couples, I treat depression, anxiety, addictions, parenting, marital, bereavement, divorce and career issues. With support and compassion, clients are helped to examine their beliefs, feelings and personal relationships and create desired goals.
(516) 513-8904 View (516) 513-8904
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Steven Pinto
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC, CAMS-
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
I’m an executive coach, speaker and psychotherapist. I help hard working, ambitious people trade feeling overstressed and overworked for fulfilment and purpose. I’ll show you how to dig deep into your own strengths, bust through internal limits, and grab the steering wheel of your own life. My practical no-nonsense approach gives you the tools you need to become truly self reliant in life. Because when you become self-reliant you get to call the shots. You decide how to spend your time, and who to spend it with. Your life is truly in your hands.
I’m an executive coach, speaker and psychotherapist. I help hard working, ambitious people trade feeling overstressed and overworked for fulfilment and purpose. I’ll show you how to dig deep into your own strengths, bust through internal limits, and grab the steering wheel of your own life. My practical no-nonsense approach gives you the tools you need to become truly self reliant in life. Because when you become self-reliant you get to call the shots. You decide how to spend your time, and who to spend it with. Your life is truly in your hands.
(631) 259-4606 View (631) 259-4606
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Myeong Jin Kim
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
Dr. Kim has had considerable experience providing individual, group, and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, young adults, parents, and families from diverse backgrounds. She has provided psychotherapy for a wide range of concerns, including anger management issues, anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, trauma, inattention, disruptiveness, and social communication disorders. Dr. Kim also specializes in working with individuals and families with an immigration background. She has conducted research on the adjustment experience of recent immigrants to academic environments in the U.S. Finally, Dr. Kim provides both monolingual (English) and bilingual (English/Korean) psychological evaluations. Her areas of assessment include ADHD, Learning Disability, Developmental Disability, Personality assessments.
Dr. Kim has had considerable experience providing individual, group, and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, young adults, parents, and families from diverse backgrounds. She has provided psychotherapy for a wide range of concerns, including anger management issues, anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, trauma, inattention, disruptiveness, and social communication disorders. Dr. Kim also specializes in working with individuals and families with an immigration background. She has conducted research on the adjustment experience of recent immigrants to academic environments in the U.S. Finally, Dr. Kim provides both monolingual (English) and bilingual (English/Korean) psychological evaluations. Her areas of assessment include ADHD, Learning Disability, Developmental Disability, Personality assessments.
(917) 746-6184 View (917) 746-6184
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Louis Morbillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, ACSW
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
If you're reading this you are probably seeking some form of counsel in a difficult time. I would encourage you to consider taking the steps necessary to help yourself now. If you are openminded and willing to engage in a process that can increase self awareness, insight and overall well being - you may be ready to change your life. My goal is to help you develop the skills that can facilitate that change & serve you for a lifetime.
If you're reading this you are probably seeking some form of counsel in a difficult time. I would encourage you to consider taking the steps necessary to help yourself now. If you are openminded and willing to engage in a process that can increase self awareness, insight and overall well being - you may be ready to change your life. My goal is to help you develop the skills that can facilitate that change & serve you for a lifetime.
(516) 323-2034 View (516) 323-2034
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Joanne Cuneo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
Being a parent is one of the most rewarding and challenging jobs you'll ever have. I am a Licensed Social Worker and Parent Coach with over thirty years of experience working with parents and their children. I can help you parent at your very best. Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed with your home environment? From birth through the young adult years, I coach parents through periods of growth and challenges. Discover healthy ways to cope with conflict and the everyday challenges of parenting. I offer one on one personalized Parent Coaching designed to meet the needs of each individual and family.
Being a parent is one of the most rewarding and challenging jobs you'll ever have. I am a Licensed Social Worker and Parent Coach with over thirty years of experience working with parents and their children. I can help you parent at your very best. Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed with your home environment? From birth through the young adult years, I coach parents through periods of growth and challenges. Discover healthy ways to cope with conflict and the everyday challenges of parenting. I offer one on one personalized Parent Coaching designed to meet the needs of each individual and family.
(917) 983-4346 View (917) 983-4346

Relational Therapists

How does relational therapy work?

Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.

Is relational therapy evidence-based?

Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.

How long are people typically in relational therapy?

Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.

Does relational therapy work?

While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.