Therapists in Little Falls, NY

Are you at a loss to understand yourself? Maybe you don't understand why you are depressed, anxious, prone to swings of mood, or having difficulty experiencing satisfying relationships. Do you want to suffer less? Like yourself and your life better? I listen, I care, and I help you understand how your experiences, and your thoughts related to those experiences, relate to your suffering (depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood swings, relationship difficulties, poor self-esteem, anger, shame). We collaborate to ID what you want to change in your life and how to achieve that, while accepting what can't be changed or controlled.

Do you find that the traditional model of therapy isn't for you? Whether this is a result from a medical condition, transportation limitations, childcare needs - no matter what the reason - Cornerstone provides a new option for individuals throughout NYS that have barriers to their emotional needs being met in an office. Our unique mobile counseling model links you with a local counselor that comes right to your home, on your schedule. We pride ourselves in never having a wait list connecting clients with licensed counselors quickly. We aim to have appointments on the calendar within 48 hours after you call or text.

With evening and weekend hours available, I aim to make help accessible to my clients. And with over 35 year of work in the field, I bring that deep experience and wisdom to the work. I feel very effective working with clients on many issues: COUPLES: Infidelity, loss of emotional/intimate closeness, communication problems, anger issues, and parenting. FAMILIES: blended family issues, adoption/fostercare, caregiving decisions, substance abuse concerns. INDIVIDUAL: Anxiety, substance abuse, recovery and relapse prevention, self-esteem, anger management, trauma and its aftermath, depression, relationship issues, adoption issues.

"PSYCHOLOGY WITH A SOUL" Are you seeking change, are you in crisis, does your life seem to be falling apart? I can help you ease the suffering that exists. I work through issues by understanding Relationship: with the self, your family, love relationships, friends and colleagues, and how to sustain them. Another major transitional life issue is finding your purpose and creating a vision of the future, which are the keynotes to happiness. I am informed by a number of techniques: Attachment Focused EMDR. positive, psychodynamic, relational and transpersonal psychology; however, "love in action" is the focal point of the work.

In therapy we will build upon your own inner strength and authentic self to process and heal pain or psychological injuries that may be getting in the way of living a healthy, integrated and fulfilling life. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process: we will work together to navigate and explore any problems or patterns in your life that may be contributing to the challenges that you face. I am not a therapist that will tell you what to do, but I will help you explore all the parts that make up YOU, including the parts of you that are resilient and know the way forward.

A well lived life inevitably presents challenges. It is natural and healthy to seek out support to help you through. I'm honored to welcome individuals, couples and families into therapy where both inner and relational awareness can grow and develop. Our work together will build on your strengths. We'll explore the roots of your distress, where you're stuck, and why. Shedding light on frustrating patterns, disconnection, trauma, depression, anxiety and grief can reveal a path to a deeper more compassionate connection with yourself -- opening up new possibilities for your life and relationships.

Working together to identify goals and treatment outcomes, clients' needs range from crisis intervention to ongoing mental health maintenance, from anxiety management to mindfulness practice development.

Accepting New Clients as of 4/16/24 Life can be tough, with its unpredictable twists and heavy burdens. We all face moments when the weight of our struggles feels overwhelming, leaving us feeling lost, confused, or stuck. During these moments, we need guidance, support, and validation. As an empathetic therapist, I offer a warm and non-judgmental space for you to express your emotions, gain insights into your thoughts and behaviors, and develop healthier coping strategies. Together, we will navigate obstacles, heal emotional wounds, and uncover your inner resilience, to create lasting positive changes.

WELCOME! If you have never felt at completely ease/fully understood by your therapist, or have felt reluctant to try therapy for the first time, I especially encourage you to contact our practice. We love observing relief wash over you as your hope begins to be restored. Our top priority is to hear you, see you, and never judge you before any clinical assessment/recommendation is made/communicated to you. It is my personal promise that you will feel that your personality, strengths, and preferences are known and understood under our care. With that in mind, you can always feel secure and supported when we discuss your challenges.

Have you been contemplating exploring yourself in a deeper way? Do you feel as though you are being blocked in understanding yourself or working toward your goals? I specialize in helping individuals get to the root of what is going on through self-exploration and gaining insight. I approach my work with individuals through a nonjudgemental, open, curious lens. I prefer to view my clients as "fellow travelers", as we are both on this journey together. No one person is immune to the struggles of human existence. I have experience working with college students and adults. I value the unique aspects that each individual brings.

Life holds challenges for all of us but the tumultuous times have created stresses and strains that none of us could have foreseen. I offer a safe and supportive place to work in partnership with people who need help tackling issues, problems or changes. My clients and I discover ways for them to change their lives in positive ways. I have been told that my nonjudgemental, warm, and smart, approach to whatever my clients are experiencing has helped me to develop strong relationships with the people I work with. I believe a sense of humor is essential for insight and perspective. Let's get started moving you to where you want to be.

Has your family experienced a recent loss or significant change in their lives? Do you and your child wish for things to be easier but just aren't sure how to get there? Seeds of Hope would like to help! At Seeds of Hope, you will be met with a genuine atmosphere that hopes to work with your child and family to relieve the stress you are facing.

Our licensed therapists utilize person-centered, evidence-based, trauma-informed care, specializing in helping people grow and heal from trauma and PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, perinatal anxiety and depression, grief, parenting, life transitions, relationship challenges, Veteran trauma, mood disorders, and more. We work with adults and children, offering in-person therapy and remote therapy by phone or video.

Many things can affect the ways we think, feel and interact with the world. Having the courage to call a counselor and say, “I need help”, is a huge step toward inviting change. My part in that journey is helping you develop positive trust based connections in an environment of support and acceptance. I use a strengths based, humanistic approach to meet you where you are in your life. Simply, I bring my authentic self and meet you where you're at.

Hello there. Finding a counselor can be overwhelming, so I appreciate your presence. Research shows that meaningful change in therapy is grounded in a safe, warm, & accepting relationship. That’s why l work to build trust & learn about my clients' inner world. I believe that I can best support you if I understand the contexts of which you are a part & that shaped you—family, work, culture, & other systems. My style is to blend thoughtful questions, gentle challenge, & inner exploration with teaching clients practical skills. My hope is to nurture your innate wisdom, so that you may grow, heal, & flourish on your own terms.

I'm Dariana Pichardo, a dedicated and empathetic social worker and psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience. My passion lies in supporting diverse populations as they navigate mental health issues, trauma, and social adversities. Mindfulness-based meditation forms a cornerstone of my approach, emphasizing the cultivation of present-moment awareness and a non-judgmental acceptance of thoughts and feelings. Through this practice, clients can develop a deeper connection with themselves and navigate life's challenges with greater clarity and resilience. I bring a compassionate approach to my work, forging meaningful connections

Psychotherapy provides the support and structure to facilitate your ability to make positive changes. I work with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, transitions throughout the life span, parenting concerns, stress at work, school or home. I have an interactive style and I evaluate the needs of each client in order to determine the type of approach that would be most useful. With an eclectic approach the work we do may, for example, include psycho-dynamic and insight oriented work, a problem solving focus, behavior modification or stress management. I may suggest "homework" at times such as a relaxation exercise or a relevant reading.

You may be struggling with painful experiences you have been through, or frustrating patterns in your relationships that just seem to keep repeating. I offer a nonjudgmental and supportive space where we can courageously approach past traumas and life experiences together, and work toward more effective, confident navigation of your relationships with yourself and others.

I have been doing counseling and psychotherapy for over thirty years. I enjoy working with individuals and will include their significant others, including spouse, partners, family members, friends and (yes) pets. As I see it, my job as a therapist is to work with you to create an environment in which you will feel emotionally safe, and one in which you can feel OK talking about all aspects of yourself. This allows us to use your personal strengths and resources to resolve your difficultes so you can become more like the person you want to be.