Therapists in Centerport, NY

I am a psychotherapist, life coach and consultant with over 24 years of experience in the field of mental health. I completed a Masters of Arts in Counseling Psychology at Lesley University in Cambridge Massachusetts and went on to study and work for The Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy in New York City . I have maintained a private practice in New York for 20 years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, codependency parenting problems ,career challenges grief and loss, loneliness, substance abuse, eating disorders and trauma

I am known for Caring and Professional PERSONAL, MARRIAGE & RELATIONSHIP Counseling. Life is all about relationships. We shape them, and they shape us - they touch us to our very core! But finding a well-qualified relationship therapist when your relationship is suffering can be very difficult! Many therapists lack the specialized training, experience, or license to work with couples and families. As a result, couples often experience marriage therapy as lukewarm in supporting the goal of life-long commitment. I am licensed as a Marriage & Family Therapist, as well as Clinical Social Worker at the highest level of experience.

What is a “mindful parent,” exactly? A mindful parent is the one that asks: how do I know that what I am doing is preparing my child mentally and emotionally for an increasingly complex future? How do I optimize the relationship I have with them right now to better ensure they become an adult that is empowered not entitled, self-reliant and compassionate, curious, and competent in a world of increasing artifice? Those are great questions and, luckily, we have the answers. Developmental research has identified ways you can enhance the parent-child relationship to prepare your child for a more secure, autonomous adulthood.

I work with individuals, couples and families. I have been very successful guiding people through anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, couples conflict, family dynamic challenges. I work with people who are journeying through their recovery, helping them to examine their triggers. The key is always in the patient who has the courage to be open to finding out who they truly are. I consider myself blessed and privileged to work in this field and to be invited into the lives of others in order to assist them in having a better life.

Are you or your child, adolescent or college-aged young adult struggling with anxiety or depression? Is self-esteem or confidence the problem? Let me partner with you to help you or your child be happier, less anxious, and learn solid coping skills. My usual clients are wonderful people who don't realize their powerful potential. Special consideration for foster and adoptive children. I have more than 21 years experience providing mindful, caring, FUN therapy specifically for those aged 5 and over who have anxiety, depression, identity issues, poor self-confidence, school refusal, or other obstacles that interfere with their life.

I work with people navigating changes in their life, specifically around family planning and care (fertility, pregnancy, parenting), and want help managing stress, anxieties, depression, and fears related to these life changes. My work centers on the mental health of pregnant and postpartum people and their families. Psychologically, the perinatal period is a time of tremendous opportunity for growth, reflection, and repair. It can also bring unanticipated emotional experiences that can feel isolating and uncomfortable. My clients are looking for ways to move through pregnancy and parenthood with more confidence and ease.

Has a stressful or traumatic event left you feeling depleted, depressed, anxious, or disconnected from your loved ones? By getting lodged in our bodies, stress makes it very difficult to “just get over it,” or "move on." Moving forward and healing, however, is possible. Even by considering psychotherapy, you are making a very important first step towards regaining control of your life. Your choice to value your mental health is the key to getting back your feelings of agency, self-confidence, and sense of control of our own emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.

Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Having difficulty with school, work, and/or your relationships? We can work together to overcome these challenges. Let us help you develop the skills needed to create a more secure sense of self and greater confidence in your everyday life.

I understand how difficult it can be to decide to seek help for life's obstacles. In my practice, my goal is to help my clients become experts on themselves. Every end is a new beginning. If you're challenged with relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, a trauma history, depression, anxiety or have a child or an adolescent who is struggling with behavioral issues, or just looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation and looking to move in a new direction, I encourage you to let me help you with your experiences. I am dedicated to getting to the root of stuck patterns. There are techniques out there!

I help people to resolve life’s struggles and transform via the creative process. Life's stressors can sometimes induce emotional tension, physical problems and other related symptoms. This impairs our ability to function at our full potential . The purpose of psychotherapy is to provide a comfortable, safe setting where issues are clearly assessed and a plan for resolution is established. As a knowledgable clinician, I provide the best opportunity for successfully accomplishing this goal.

Transform Your Life Through Therapy. For over 15 years, I've cultivated a safe, judgment-free sanctuary for clients to self-discover and heal. As an attuned, compassionate therapist, I gently guide you through your journey. My integrative approach draws from evidenced-based methodologies like CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, Trauma and Attachment Based Therapies, mindfulness practices, and somatic psychotherapy. By rewiring your story, you'll experience a profound transformation that extends far beyond the therapy room.

My primary aim in my work is to meet my clients "where they are" by tuning in to their unique concerns and creating an atmosphere where they feel acknowledged and at ease. My style is warm, empathic and engaged which, combined with my acumen as a seasoned clinician, helps adults, children, parents and families feel comfortable and secure. Within this safe space, my clients express their concerns and work to repair and optimize wholesome development with professional recommendations that help to inform a collaborative therapeutic plan.

Welcome! I am a psychotherapist striving to deliver high-quality therapy that is holistic and tailored to you. My priority is providing a safe and comfortable therapeutic relationship. This foundation is the groundwork that allows my clients to take risks in therapy and discuss what is really getting in the way of the life they want to lead. Therapy with me means going beyond the surface of thoughts and behaviors to access underlying emotions that are often at the root of feeling stuck. As an attachment-based therapist, I help my clients explore their relationships and their emotional and behavioral patterns.

Whether you are seeking to overcome a change, crisis or loss, I'm here to help and guide you through difficult times. When it comes to healing process I create a safe and warm environment that you will be able to freely explore your thoughts and feelings. After identifying harmful thoughts and emotions we would be able work together to change your unwanted behavior and/or outcome. I will try to understand your unique self-experience and assist you to explore the cause of the struggle and develop strategies to manage and cope.

I offer individual therapy, couples, relationship & intimacy counseling, and support groups, as well as clinical supervision for mental health professionals. I am experienced and trained in treating a variety of mental health concerns, including perinatal anxiety, depression, PTSD, and OCD, and couples and sex therapy methods. I also support those with reproductive challenges such as infertility, sexual dysfunction, pregnancy loss, and birth trauma.

Vanessa is a solution-focused psychotherapist licensed in NY, NJ, MA and FL specializing in Narcissistic Abuse and Cult Abuse, whose mission is to help individuals uncover their true potential and move forward toward all of their goals. Her team specializes in working with individuals and couples focusing on the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, eating disorders, marriage or interpersonal relationship problems, alcohol or drug abuse, low self-esteem, or anyone in need of developing new ways to cope with life’s every day challenges. Go to tellatherapist.net or Insta: vanessareiserlcsw TikTok:vanessareiser

Do you feel overwhelmed or insecure? Do you struggle with repeating patterns of negative emotions and relationships? Are you stuck with past and current trauma and utilizing unhealthy means to cope? Do you over-manage yourself or surroundings to have a sense of control? I specialize in helping teens and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, eating disorders, LGBTQ+ issues, work stress, cross-cultural issues, couples, family, and other interpersonal issues. My work emphasizes helping clients understand and overcome their internal blockages, and gain empowerment to make intentional and impactful choices in life.

For over 30 years, I have been collaborating with my clients to address life's challenges with increased ease. I provide a safe environment to work through these challenges and will support your efforts towards growth, change and healing. My interactive style helps modify self defeating patterns which can block your efforts to live more consciously and mindfully. I partner with my clients to enhance self awareness, empower a greater sense of personal choice, navigate personal dilemmas, and achieve greater satisfaction at work and in personal and family relationships and work to heal past and current wounds.

The decision to enter therapy is courageous and important. Removing obstacles (such as anxiety and depression) that prevent well being and overall happiness, creating and enhancing relational experiences, coping with trauma, grief and loss or reaching professional goals are worthy and healthy desires. Whatever the precipitant to ones decision, we all have a need to be respected, heard, understood, and to feel safe, cared for and truly "gotten". It is both my belief and years of experience that tells me these conditions are necessary for long lasting, transformational change to occur. Together, we will actively work on helping you achieve your therapeutic goals