Therapists in Mattydale, NY

Are you seeking cognitive, behavioral, and other powerful tools to transform your life? I am a certified level-4 TEAM-CBT advanced therapist who undergoes weekly training at FGI where I learn the skills and tools for transformative healing. With TEAM-CBT, I connect deeply with you to help fully understand your unhelpful patterns and stuck areas. I then help address your motivation for change. When wanting to change and willing to take the steps necessary for change, I teach you the tools that bring about your desired results. I work with adults & young adults treating anxiety, depression, unhealthy habits, & relationship issues.

My client focus is working with those who hope to repair relationships past or present, have a desire to uncover past trauma and a curiosity or willingness to be open about life shaping experiences throughout their childhood and early adolescence. I aim to support clients who wish to bring their authentic self to the space, hone their inner strength, and wish to be a more confident version of themselves. Goals may include but are not limited to; cultivate strong and positive relationships, increase self-esteem and self-worth, find inner strength and power, as well as discover new life passions through the creative arts therapies.

Jessica is certified in Family Therapy & Couples Therapy; I am a supportive and kink-affirming therapist and I love helping couples (and individuals) learn to effectively communicate, create intimacy and connection, reignite chemistry and provide sex education; because the sexual life you desire doesn't have to be out of reach! I am comfortable hearing about those spicy desires so that I can empower you to share them with your partner(s) in a safe and non-judgmental way. I specialize in couples counseling & sex therapy. There is nothing taboo or off limits to anything you share with me, as your psychological safety is my priority.

Practicing with genuineness and compassion to partner with you where you are. An eclectic but person centered approach, I support all paths to recovery including child centered play therapy for ages 3+, support for children, adolescents, and adults. Creating a therapeutic alliance that is welcoming and trusting, I can provide support in the areas of mood disorders, trauma, children impacted by substance use, fostering healthy homes for family, addressing behavioral concerns, grief, interpersonal relationships, and women's wellness. I offer individual, group, and couples counseling.

Now Currently Accepting New Clients. Are you struggling with who to call or where to turn right now? I understand that reaching out to talk to someone about your personal struggles or life challenges can be difficult and I am committed to provide you the support you need to promote personal growth through this unprecedented time. I am located on the beautiful Sinclair property in Skaneateles, offering a safe, quiet and discrete place of peace and tranquility. You are not alone, I will be by your side, helping you develop better clarity, understanding and direction. Please visit my website for more details on the services I offer.

Imagine having everything you need to be the "best" you, but not knowing how to fully access it. This word "resilience" has become such a popular term and it can be amazing to help us cope with life, if we know how it truly works and how to access it. I specialize in youth and adult anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma and much more. Although most of these issues can cause problems in daily life. These problems are manageable and I am willing to help you create the narrative of your best self.

People seek help for variety of reasons including but not limited to finding effective and adaptive ways to cope with thoughts and feelings that are coming up now, but are from situations that they lived through in their past. Some of those thoughts and feelings could manifest in behaviors that can be problematic or and hold them back from living their best and enjoy their lives. Most people just want to feel content, happy, be successful, get along with their love ones, and friends and family members. I see youths, young adults and their families who struggle with depression, anxiety, thought disorder, OCD, ADHD, trauma etc

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you” -Maya Angelou Are you considering sharing your story? Yet feel like no one is listening? Well you have come to the right place, Candace listens because she cares. Candace is a LMFT, passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families, and offers a safe and warm environment where her clients are free to explore and grow holistically. Her goal is to empower people spiritually, mentally, and emotionally.

OFFERING ONLINE VIDEO & PHONE APPTS., & I AM TAKING NEW CLIENTS! I am a Clinical Psychotherapist & Social Work Practitioner with 9 yrs. of experience (academic & professional). I consistently find unique solutions for the issues my clients face and I am fully knowledgeable of the current thinking on human service conduct and practice. I am committed to a person-centered, systemic approach that promotes independence and well-being for those under my care. I am direct, authentic, compassionate, creative, and simple in my approach. I like to go deep in my collaborative work with my clients, yet I don't take myself too seriously.

Have you struggled with self-esteem, social anxiety and communicating boundaries? Do you feel as though you are trapped in a constant cycle of executive dysfunction and feel as though you just can't keep up with life the way it seems others do? Do you feel that your mood is up and down and are exhausted by navigating life and relationships? If so, you are not alone. My approach to therapy is one that is person centered. Building the self concept and increasing awareness of needs can support in improving executive functioning, building and maintaining healthy relationships and finding a sense of meaning and belonging in your life.

I am dedicated to helping my clients achieve the goals they wish to accomplish. My clients describe me as warm and honest. I use interventions that offer symptom relief and a means to improve emotional connections to the individual and others. I have over 16 years of experience treating LGBTQIA populations, depression, sexual health-related issues, anxiety disorders, PTSD, bipolar disorder, chronic pain, and other medical/ health Issues. I offer telehealth psychotherapy and sex therapy at my NYC and VA locations and in-person for one week each month at my VA location. Please get in touch with me for a free 15-minute.

Would you like to experience more joy in your life and relationships? I can help you get unstuck, stop living from fear, learn how to trust again, regain or improve your self-esteem, and simply work on feeling better. I offer sessions in the more-than-human world, out in the fresh air, supported by nature in a private space and/or in the wonderful healing presence of horses. SpiritedScience® programs offer solace in the spirit(s) of nature and are especially appropriate for those who may not thrive in a conventional psychotherapy setting. I also offer virtual sessions for those who cannot or prefer not to travel to the farm.

Life is hard. Time flies by and you often feel you no longer can keep up with daily life. You feel like you aren’t being your authentic self and have no time left for you by the end of the day. Everyone else’s needs come first and you have difficulty saying no or setting limits that feel good. Your relationships struggle. Your emotions often feel out of control and unmanageable. Loved ones make comments that you’re too “sensitive” or “dramatic”. Your daily life is suffering and you no longer know how to reach your goals, you may no longer even know what your goals are. You just know you’re unhappy and something needs to change.

Imagine that a miracle happens overnight. When you wake up, you are living as your ideal self. What is the first thing you and others will notice about you? What role will you play in creating your miracle cure? How can we work together to make this your reality? Creating a trusting therapeutic relationship is the first step. Whether you want to decrease isolation, increase connections with friends & family, or help to find the right solution, I am here. My specialty is finding the root of the problem, exposing it to the sunlight, and helping it move from the place it has been stuck to stuck to create room for growth and healing.

"Where were you when I needed to hear this some time ago!" Ericka focuses on quality life changing therapeutic experiences. Ericka believes in meeting people where they are at and providing them with the support and tools necessary to expand their strengths while managing their weaknesses. Ericka's warm and inviting personality makes therapy feel like a conversation between two best friends. Clients who express a commitment to the therapeutic process, insight into their current challenges, and are open to change are most ideal for Ericka's therapeutic orientation.

Sometimes life can be be very hard and you can feel like no one cares or is willing to listen. We've all been there, but I'm here to tell you that there is help available. I offer short term and long term therapy, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and a person centric/strength-based approach to provide a non-judgmental atmosphere for you to work on your problems. I am a veteran of 24 years, and have over 14 years experience as a first responder/law enforcement. I have training in trauma and grief counseling as well.

I am genuine with my clients, and prioritize developing a relationship in which they feel consistently supported and challenged. I have been practicing short and long-term therapy since 2006, and work collaboratively with my clients to guide them to a better understanding of the presenting issue, to highlight their strengths and resources, and to help them to identify other ways of approaching complex problems. Psychotherapy can be the first step towards developing insight into our problems, allowing for symptom relief and for creating more possibilities for meaningful experiences in our lives.

Are you experiencing higher levels of anxiety or stress? Do you feel frustrated and stuck? Do you want change but don't know what kind of change or how to get there? Are you going through a life transition? Do you question whether your life can have more meaning? Or maybe you find yourself repeating the same pattern over and over and don’t know how to change it?

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Fellow, AAMFT with 40+ years experience. Special expertise in working with couples, and individual adults. Training in psychodynamic therapy, systems' and behavioral therapy. Extensive expertise: couples therapy, depression, grief, loss, trauma, abuse and affair recovery, and divorce recovery. Columnist for "Syracuse Post Standard" newspaper "Shrink Rap", 2007- 2014. Featured in PBS Documentary entitled "Pain Runs Deep: Relationship Violence". Interview on NPR, WCNY, and "Brides" Magazine, 2023 and 2024. Recently inducted into Marquis "Who's Who in America", March 2024.