Therapists in Thornwood, NY

My name is Yaj (soft j). I am an Attachment-based Relationship Coach in Humboldt County, CA (former LMFT in NY for 17 years), working online and in my home office. Since 2001, my clients - couples & individuals - seek relief from chronic patterns of conflict and negativity in relationships. My work offers reparative relational experiences in 75-minute couple sessions (60 min for individuals), and skill training for life at home. When people show up willing to be open, even when it's hard, they discover a decrease in the suffering struggle and create safety and closeness in relationship.

Are you feeling stuck? Do the same arguments and struggles keep coming up? We are all trying to connect- with ourselves and with other people. Individuals and couples often seek therapy when the old ways of relating don't work. As an Advanced Imago Clinician, my expertise is relationships. My approach is based on a client's strength which provides a solid foundation for change and growth. I can help transform your relational conflict into healing and connection. With DBT experience, I offer mindfulness practices and simple skills to foster new ways of navigating this complex world and reclaim a full and happy life.

I love working with those who know they are ready for change. Many seek to create a life that they can proudly call their own. Perhaps you have tried many times, or you are just now realizing you're not living the life you want. I have worked for years with people wanting to create their best life, and have found a uniquely collaborative way of working that removes internal barriers while changing ways of relating to others, so that a happier, healthier life is more than just possible, it becomes a living reality.

Throughout the 50 years I have been helping clients improve their lives, the resilience of the human spirit continually amazes me. I see therapy as a collaboration: my job is to listen carefully to the issues and concerns that worry and frustrate you and your job is to present your concerns to me. Together we will develop a working relationship with the goal of helping you overcome your problems and fears. It is my pleasure to join you in this journey.

Hello and welcome to my profile. By now I would assume that you've read several profiles on the "Psychology Today" site and by this point they are probably all sounding astonishingly similar. That's got to be frustrating. I hope that the following information concerning my practice doesn't have the same effect. Let me be brief: I work with a multitude of issues and problems that relate to: couples, anxiety, depression and anger management. I also work with addictions including eating disorders. My approach can help you work through unconscious conflict (repeating patterns again and again without understanding why) as well as compulsive behaviors such as drinking, thought ruminating and habitual behaviors that are difficult to control.I can help you 'evolve' out of your particular problem. I am supportive and reality based while I can always find humor in the worst and the best of times. Together we can turn this all around and get you to where you want to be.

“Someone I loved once gave me a box of darkness. It took years to realize that this, too, was a gift.”-Mary Oliver / My belief is that healing takes place in relationships. As your therapist, it is my hope that the journey we embark on together through your individual story, will offer you a solid foundation for healing, growth and positive change. I bring an authentic, humorous, empathetic warmth while also challenging you too show up fully and bring your most present self. Through our therapeutic relationship and with you, the expert of your own life at the helm, we will access your many strengths to navigate each given moment.

Have you experienced the death or loss of a family member or close friend? Have you experienced crime, such as sexual assault or sexual abuse as a child? Have you been harmed by parents, siblings, friends, people in authority, acquaintances and/or strangers? Crime, harm and loss can be traumatic and life-altering. It can feel like there is nowhere safe and no one to turn to or trust. My approach is client-centered, non-judgmental, gentle and nurturing. During our work together you will explore and discover inner strengths and resources that will help you heal and feel empowered.

WE ARE NOW OFFERING IN PERSON AND TELEHEALTH SERVICES. For over 36 years, I have helped people of all ages overcome trauma, anxiety, depression and substance abuse. I am an experienced trauma therapist that utilizes a specialized technique (EMDR). I am LGBTQ affirming.

Starting therapy is never easy. It can be intimidating which is why I am here to guide you on your journey to achieving your goals and self-discovery. I am devoted and eager to help individuals collectively work through their issues and overcome ones emotional pain and trauma. You deserve the opportunity to live life on your own terms while building meaningful and healthy relationships. You deserve to be attuned with your higher self and much more!

Born in Bronx New York, I graduated Columbia University in 1989 with an MS in Social Work and became a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist helping individuals and couples thrive. I also use DBT and ACT to create a Psychodynamic Counseling approach. If you struggle with communication in personal and work relationships I provide you with techniques to help change negative behaviors like blame and reactivity into sensitivity and compassion toward the self and others. Mood shifts and alcohol and other drug use is also addressed as it influences the stability of your mood. I will provide a free consultation at your convenience.

We are here to help. We have been helping people learn how to make the changes they want since 2008. Feeling lost in life? Increasingly anxious? Relationship woes? Worried about your child or teen? You are not alone. There are other people out here going through the same things too. This is temporary. Please reach out to us. You can call our front desk, email, or reach us through chat or message through our website. A licensed therapist will get back to you. We are in network with most insurance plans, so hopefully that helps you make this important decision easier.

If you feel stuck, hope for more meaning, vitality, or joy in relationships or work, I invite you to contact me. Together, we'll engage in a process that can help you to not just survive, but to flourish: to find and strengthen your truest, best self, gain clarity, and take up your life with more confidence, connection, and energy. Discovery of new possibilities in both small and large matters brings relief from suffering. I'll listen intently, ask questions that make you think, help you to safely sort out your feelings, and work very hard to deserve your trust.

I support individuals who struggle with relationships, who have difficulty advocating for themselves and who are transitioning through challenging times. We will explore and validate how your attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors helped you survive earlier stressors but currently limit you. We will bring a greater awareness and a deeper understanding of your feelings. Over time, you will be able to release defensive habits that prevent access to your true nature - authenticity, integrity, and passion. I am here to support your journey of healing and growth so you can create the life that you long for.

Do you feel "stuck" and unable to find meaning, connection, and joy in your work or relationships? Are you troubled by sadness, depression, anxiety, or loneliness? Are you dealing with a chronic illness or disability? Or do you simply want to make your life better or achieve new goals or visions? Come experience the benefits of a warm, caring therapist with over 30 years of experience to help you navigate your most complex life challenges.

As a therapist, I strive to provide a warm, empathic space for healing while honoring your needs and priorities. My first objective with all clients is to develop a therapeutic alliance with you based on trust and empathy. In our time together, I will help you feel empowered to overcome the challenges you may face. I am committed to helping you discover your resilience and cultivate lasting emotional well-being. My style is collaborative and strengths-based, and I believe everyone has a unique experience.

Life’s transitions, especially during young adulthood, can be challenging. Feelings of isolation and a lack of belonging can cause immense suffering. With nearly two decades of experience working with adolescents and young adults, I’m dedicated to guiding individuals through the complexities of transitioning into adulthood. Through collaborative and client-centered methods, I aid clients in making positive changes by examining and working through unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors.

When you feel safe and supported in the therapeutic environment, the partnership you develop with a therapist can bring about gains that will change the trajectory of your life in significant and deeply rewarding ways.

I specialize in working with adults and young adults dealing with depression and/or anxiety managing life's challenges. Relationship issues, life transitions and goal attainment are common themes that I work with people on. I enjoy working with people to identify and create goals that satisfy them and bring them joy and personal satisfaction.

We have been helping people learn how to make the changes they want since 2008. Relationship woes? Existential Angst? Have a troubled teen or child in trouble? Feel stuck your life? You are not alone. There are other people out here going through this too. This is temporary. We will reach out to you, discuss your needs, and pair you with a therapist familiar with your needs. Together, you will meet, identify issues, collaborate to create a plan, follow through with some reasonable interventions, and figure out ways to make the changes last.