Attachment-based Therapists in South Hempstead, NY

Do you feel lost and stuck in your life or relationships? Do you find it hard to move on from your past mistakes? Has depression and anxiety caused you to miss out on the life you want to live? Do you look in the mirror and not recognize the person looking back at you? Life can be very unpredictable, causing us to question our life decisions. Unfortunately, many people come to a point where they want to let go of the pain of their past but become lost in finding the motivation to take the first step. We will work through how significant events in your life have shaped how you see yourself and the world around you.

Sometimes we get to a place in our lives where we realize that we feel stuck. We want to take that next step in life, but feel like we just can't get there. We try different things, but nothing seems to work, at least, not the way we need it to. It also hurts to have a picture in our mind of what we want our lives to be, only to look around and see that we are far from having it. You might feel that you can relate to some of these experiences. You are not alone. Many people share these feelings. I'm interested in working with you, to help you have more of the life that you want.

I became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the purpose of helping people as they navigate through life’s many ups and downs. I am passionate about helping clients increase their self-awareness and recognize their inner strengths. I aim to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for clients to feel supported and validated. I utilize a client-centered approach to therapy, tailored to suit the needs of my client. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Strength-Based Therapy.

I am a psychodynamically trained psychologist with broad life experience who will approach your treatment with a mixture of theoretically based therapy and common sense. My background in the health care field - nursing degree from Georgetown University and clinical work at Sloan Kettering Cancer Center- contributes to my understanding of mental health difficulties as a combination of biological, social, and psychological factors. I will approach your treatment in a comprehensive manner with an emphasis on what works best for you.

Our journey through life can often bring about challenges which can impact our mental wellness. It is in these moments that we learn the most about ourselves, and identify potential learning experiences that can promote personal growth. My goal as your therapist is to embark on this journey with you, establish a healthy psychotherapeutic working relationship, and create a safe environment to assist with meeting your personal goals out of therapy. I have extensive experience treating trauma, depression, mood disorders, phase of life transitions and complications, grief, relationship difficulties, ADHD, and general mental health.

Therapy is an exciting time of growth, self-realization and change. I can help you on your journey of healing, self-exploration and self-actualization. I completed my master's degree from NYU and have post-graduate training and extensive clinical experience working with eating disorders but work with a wide variety of mental health concerns. I am a former clinical director of a residential eating disorder facility and I will collaborate with your treatment team if you are seeking eating disorder treatment. I offer a free phone consultation to see how I can help you reach your personal goals.

Have you ever experienced an event that completely changed your view of the world? Do you feel afraid, alone and unsure of where to turn? Are you experiencing intrusive thoughts, when you least expect it or even nightmares? Trauma has lasting physical and emotional effects that can leave you tired, jumpy, anxious, feeling ashamed, exposed, insecure and wondering who you can trust. Do you find yourself wondering why you haven't found the love you want in your relationships? Do you believe no matter what you say or do for your significant other, it's never the "right thing" or "good enough"?

You feel the pressure to be "on" all the time- with the kids, at work, in all of your relationships. You may even be everyone's go to person, always willing to lend a hand. On the inside, it feels like you are drowning from all of the stress. That might look like snapping and being more irritable with your kids or spouse, and then feeling guilty afterwards. Or, having a really hard time setting boundaries because you want to make everyone around you happy. One thing is for sure, you don't want to go on this way and are ready for some relief.

I am a Clinical Social worker with 20 years experience. I enjoy working with adults, couples and women on issues of mental health, substance use, co-dependency and trauma. We will work together to identify attachment patterns and past trauma, that may hold you back in the present. I utilize a strengths based approach to help you identify your strengths and goals and how you want to proceed.

I Graduated from Molloy College and Fordham University. Currently on Board of Social Work at Molloy College. Received Masters of Social Work from Fordham University with specialization in children and families. My private practice includes individual and family modalities which focuses on overall healing. The practice uses traditional cognitive behavioral therapies and techniques while integrating holistic methods to treat Addiction, Anxiety, Depression and Life Stressors.

I provide psychotherapy for adolescents and adults struggling with life's issues such as relationships, loss, coping with stress and substance abuse. My experience includes working with both individuals and families dealing with anxiety, depression and other mental health disorders. My goal is to engage my clients in a safe and supportive environment in order to develop a trusting working relationship.

Hi - Margaret Doherty here! Transitions in our lives can bring up a lot of different emotions. Some of these emotions can be conflicting if the transition “should” be happy. My work focuses on individuals and couples as they navigate through these transitions. There are ways to process it, work through it and allow you to show up authentically for yourself and your relationships. Your emotions are valid and your reactions are safety mechanisms learned through your survival of your experiences. My goal is to help you navigate through these changes, learn about yourself and build a meaningful life.

Life is full of challenges! And while we work through and overcome many obstacles that come our way, there are times when we feel too overwhelmed to manage them on our own. Challenges can take many forms, whether as trauma, anxiety, depression, regular self-criticism, shame, processing a loss, or conflict with someone important in our lives. These forms of suffering deserve kindness, understanding, and support. The right guidance can help us move through and decrease these symptoms so we can feel greater contentment and connection.

Whether therapy is a new step for you or a path you stepped off from and are trying to return to, I commend you for making the move. Therapy is an opportunity to increase self- awareness, build skills, nurture healing and live a more authentic life. Our work will be informed by the expert in the room: you. Feelings of anxiety, depression, stress and isolation are at an all-time high. Ingrained, unproductive thoughts and behaviors, old patterns, new fears may have caused disruptions in your life, and you are now ready to face them. Thru therapy you will not be doing it alone.

Has your relationship lost that “spark” that it once had? Do you and your partner find yourselves in the same cycle of fighting over seemingly meaningless things? Do you find yourself constantly on edge over things your partner says or does? Does it feel like there isn’t any romance, intimacy, or sex anymore? Do you feel stuck and hopeless? It can feel like you’re with a different person or someone that you don’t even know anymore. The arguments seem to happen more frequently and feel more intense. This leads to resentment and anger, which only continues the argumentative cycle. Being in this place can feel hopeless and hurtful.

Welcome! As a parent and a specialist working with individuals who struggle with life challenges and ADHD, I understand the often tremendous difficulty involved in raising a child with ADHD and/or struggling with your own ADHD diagnosis. It is certainly a situation that requires fortitude, perseverance and sometimes a village of professionals, friends, and family to impact change in a positive way. I am here to offer guidance with respect to what you need to be successful in dealing with yourself or your child’s ADHD; which will include the latest scientific knowledge and guidance for best outcomes.

Now accepting new Clients! There is no perfect being, relationship or parent. Once we get rid of damaging expectations in which we impose on ourselves or that have been imposed on us by others we began to understand who we are. Building or rebuilding a relationship with yourself enables you the ability to experience more meaningful romantic, familial and peer relationships. You are not expected to be perfect, you are expected to show up! Let’s work to get you to a place where you are mentally and physically motivated to be present in your presence.

Dr. Angela Fung is a licensed mental health counselor and adjunct instructor in the Master’s Program for Counseling for Mental Health & Wellness at New York University. She finds great joy in walking alongside her clients through a meaningful journey of healing and behavioral transformation. Angela’s many years of working with individuals, couples, and groups have shaped her approach to client centered counseling and compassionate care.

I believe therapeutic change and progress evolve through the combination of a non-judgmental, insight oriented approach and the development of a therapeutic relationship. With self understanding we gain insight into repetitive cycles that often contribute to sadness, anxiety, and relationship conflicts. In my work with clients I place emphasis on the strength of the intuitive, centered self. Throughout my training and postdoctoral work, I have had the privilege to gain experience in a variety of settings ranging from private practice, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, a residential treatment center, and outpatient clinics.