Therapists in West Hurley, NY

I provide a supportive, client-centered experience that fosters personal growth. Treatment areas of focus include depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships and sexuality. My approach is collaborative and trauma-informed with the goal of reducing feelings of fear, shame and judgement.

Bonnie Hirschhorn is a highly skilled therapist with two masters degrees in Art Therapy and in Social Work. She has advanced training in couples therapy, hypnosis, psychodrama, and expressive psychoanalysis. She is NY State Licensed in three areas, as an Art Therapist, Social Worker, Psychoanalyst and is a Certified Imago Couple's Therapist.

Therapy provides the space to challenge self defeating beliefs and see oneself more clearly. I offer a safe and non-judgmental environment. My specialties and areas of interest include helping people overcome feeings of shame, depression and anxiety. I'll support you in your life transitions and when you're feeling afraid or unfulfilled. A lot of my work is around relationship challenges of all kinds. My goal is to help you understand and accept yourself. My goal is also to help you learn how to help yourself.

I work from a relational, trauma-informed perspective that values every individual’s innate wisdom and capacity for growth. I strive to create a nonjudgmental environment that allows you to safely unfold and explore. Together we will work towards better understanding the experiences that formed you and releasing that which no longer serves you. I will support you to discover a sense of possibility while honoring your authentic self.

I have had a full time private practice for 37 years first in NYC and then in Woodstock, N.Y. and work in an eclectic, multi-dimensional, creative way that is grounded in experience, practice, theory and open-mindedness. My training is based in interpersonal and self-psychology, psychoanalytic psychotherapy as well as mindfulness-based psychology. My knowledge of meditation, yoga and dance enables me to understand the complex nature of the mind/body connection as it relates to overall healing.

Now more than ever, people are looking to improve their ability to cope and to deepen their relationships. But you need to find the right person to work with! My clients tell me that they feel really comfortable with me and find me easy to talk with and open up to. I treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance abuse, postpartum depression, teens/young adults and LGBTQIA issues. I’ve worked in many different clinical settings for the past 10 years. I am also a writer and musician. My experience has helped me develop a unique understanding of the complexity of human emotions and interpersonal relationships.

I have been a practicing Social Worker for the last 40 years. I have worked in both private practice and Community Mental Health. I have worked with CISM debriefing for first responders, Crisis Intervention, and Certified in hypnotherapy. I have worked with anxiety disorders, mood disorders and relationship issues. Training with Tara Brach and Joseph Goldstein on mindfulness, and level 1 training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy.

It's hard to say when things 'shifted', but you realize that you barely recognize the person you've been living with. It's both heart wrenching and horrifying to imagine that you and your partner have grown so far apart. You're questioning your relationship - maybe ALL of your relationships. You're a stranger to your partner, and they, to you. What brought us together to begin with? And why can't we work through even the simplest things? At some point maybe you convinced yourself that 'this will pass'. Maybe it started when you got that new job, when your kids were born, when... But now, the distance between you can't be ignored.

With a clinical experience spanning over two decades, well beyond 25 years, I bring an extensive wealth of knowledge and profound insights to the field of behavioral health. My expertise goes beyond a mere understanding of therapeutic resources; it encompasses unwavering compassion for individuals grappling with intricate behavioral health challenges. My commitment is not just to listen, but to wholeheartedly engage with your unique experiences, fostering a deep therapeutic connection. In the intricate landscape of clinical practice, life often resembles a voyage into uncharted territories.

You worry all the time about being judged by other people. You feel disconnected from your body and, at the same time, feel like it’s all you think about. You question what you say, how your body looks, if you’re doing things “right,” and there are so many times where your mind feels like it’s on a hamster wheel that you can’t stop. You feel on edge all day and sometimes even feel like you may be having a heart attack. You don’t feel like you fit in anywhere. You’ve been made fun of before for so many different parts of who you are. You’ve been called weird or have been misunderstood at work, in your family, and even in some of your dating relationships. You’ve struggled to find someone who feels like a good fit romantically, and you’re worried there’s something wrong with you. You want to feel more connected to yourself again…

Let me help you to find clarity, authenticity, and courage in your relationships, your professional life and your personal journey. I provide a free phone consultation where you will be able to explore my background, modalities and experience. I have been treating people clinically for over 25 years. I am passionate about my work and love seeing my clients successfully engage in therapy. Nothing is more exciting to me than watching my clients make powerful life changes.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides comprehensive neuropsychological assessments for children and adolescents, helping to diagnose conditions like ADHD, learning disabilities, and emotional challenges such as depression or anxiety. My assessments are thorough, and child-friendly, and aim to give a complete picture of your child’s cognitive, academic, and emotional functioning.

Beginning therapy can be scary and is a bold step toward making proactive changes in your life. I provide a warm and relaxed atmosphere to explore your emotional life in a safe and supportive space. Aware of the importance of the body, I experience you as a whole person: your words, life themes, affect, posture, and your presence. By experiencing you in your wholeness, I can contextualize what can feel confusing or fragmentary. I can share what I see and understand, helping you raise your self-awareness. This process can harmonize your thoughts and emotions. Insight alone often is not sufficient for healing.

You are looking for a therapist because you want something in your life to change. It might be anxiety, or sadness; lethargy or loneliness; dysfunctional patterns of work or relationship; low self-esteem, conflict over sexual identity or decisions about parenting. I work in an interactive style to deepen self-understanding; resolve conflicts, heal traumas and turn around dysfunctional patterns. I am eclectic in approach, trained psychoanalytically and in gestalt. I also have an avid interest in theater and the arts and believe they have much to teach us about our own behavior and the interpretation of our dreams.

Life is crazy right now. And it’s still important (maybe even more important) to take care of yourself. I’m here to help you do that. Even in the most stressful and unknown of circumstances. (hello, "post" pandemic-life, looking at YOU!). Let’s figure out how to build resilience and thrive… Give no fucks (at least about the things that don’t really matter). And find a healthy, happy balance in your life. Even when everything feels like it’s falling apart...  I help stressed & overwhelmed New Yorkers find space, clarity & calm in this crazy world. Anxiety & depression can make you feel stuck, unfulfilled, and overwhelmed.

I utilize an integrative approach with an emphasis on psychodynamic theory. Treatment is tailored to the best fit for the individual or couple. I specialize in LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, relationship and marital issues, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed therapy. I practice from a sex-positive, direct and non-judgmental perspective. I have helped clients with a range of struggles, including depression, anxiety, personality disorders, sexuality and gender identity, gender transition, body image, navigating polyamory, and finding clarity around life decisions.