Strength-Based Therapists in Nassau County, NY
Bryan Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
I uses a strength-based motivational perspective to encourage clients to achieve their personal goals.
I specialize in helping children, teens and adults with anxiety, depression, family or school issues, concerns with self-esteem or with social skills. These specific issues impact many individuals everyday for their own personal reasons. These difficulties can impact an individuals personal life and their work life.
I uses a strength-based motivational perspective to encourage clients to achieve their personal goals.
I specialize in helping children, teens and adults with anxiety, depression, family or school issues, concerns with self-esteem or with social skills. These specific issues impact many individuals everyday for their own personal reasons. These difficulties can impact an individuals personal life and their work life.
Nadine Merriweather
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11581 (Online Only)
I use a strength-based approach incorporating different techniques to support you with accomplishing your goals, you just need to be willing to do the work.
“It is only in our darkest hours that we may discover the true strength of the brilliant light within ourselves that can never, ever, be dimmed”- Doe Zantemata. We all experience issues or difficult times in our lives, but we do not have to go through it alone. It is okay not to be okay and get the help we need to bring out the light within us in coping with everyday issues.
I use a strength-based approach incorporating different techniques to support you with accomplishing your goals, you just need to be willing to do the work.
“It is only in our darkest hours that we may discover the true strength of the brilliant light within ourselves that can never, ever, be dimmed”- Doe Zantemata. We all experience issues or difficult times in our lives, but we do not have to go through it alone. It is okay not to be okay and get the help we need to bring out the light within us in coping with everyday issues.
Dr. Marcia P Chichester
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hicksville, NY 11801
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore and resolve challenges that are roadblocks to being your best self. Addressing concerns including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, behavioral issues, and relationship problems. I work with individuals, couples and families from a strength-based approach to pursue healthy choices and healing connections, Experienced educational and behavioral consultant.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore and resolve challenges that are roadblocks to being your best self. Addressing concerns including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, behavioral issues, and relationship problems. I work with individuals, couples and families from a strength-based approach to pursue healthy choices and healing connections, Experienced educational and behavioral consultant.
Melissa Laks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
Navigating through life can be overwhelming or challenging. There might be times where you, or your child may struggle with anxiety, depression, school issues, relationships, life transitions, or with navigating the challenges of adulthood. My goal is to meet you where you are, and for us to work together to develop goals and work towards growth. As a clinician I strive to develop a therapeutic relationship with all my clients and families, that supports self-exploration and empowerment. I utilize a strength-based perspective to increase self-awareness/esteem and enhance coping skills to help in difficult situations.
Navigating through life can be overwhelming or challenging. There might be times where you, or your child may struggle with anxiety, depression, school issues, relationships, life transitions, or with navigating the challenges of adulthood. My goal is to meet you where you are, and for us to work together to develop goals and work towards growth. As a clinician I strive to develop a therapeutic relationship with all my clients and families, that supports self-exploration and empowerment. I utilize a strength-based perspective to increase self-awareness/esteem and enhance coping skills to help in difficult situations.
Hiba Khan
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainview, NY 11803
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who understands the difficulty in making the decision to start your therapeutic journey. You're doing great by taking your first step and choosing to see a therapist! As a therapist I believe in creating a safe space where my clients feel like they can learn more about themselves and reach their personal goals. It's also okay if you don't know what those goals look like. Vulnerability is a strength and I like to work from a strength-based approach. I have experience working with families, couples, individuals and children. I am passionate about my work and look forward to learning more about you.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who understands the difficulty in making the decision to start your therapeutic journey. You're doing great by taking your first step and choosing to see a therapist! As a therapist I believe in creating a safe space where my clients feel like they can learn more about themselves and reach their personal goals. It's also okay if you don't know what those goals look like. Vulnerability is a strength and I like to work from a strength-based approach. I have experience working with families, couples, individuals and children. I am passionate about my work and look forward to learning more about you.
Dr. Garrett Ingram
PhD, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Hewlett, NY 11557 (Online Only)
I provide counseling for individuals, couples, and families with a desire of helping them bring joy back to their relational functioning.
I provide counseling for individuals, couples, and families with a desire of helping them bring joy back to their relational functioning.
Patricia H Hidalgo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMHC
Verified Verified
Locust Valley, NY 11560 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with children and families of diverse backgrounds. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental and open space for individuals of all ages to explore and address issues related to past and present challenges.
I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with children and families of diverse backgrounds. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental and open space for individuals of all ages to explore and address issues related to past and present challenges.
Christina DeVivo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
Hey, I'm Christina (she/her/hers)! In sessions, I utilize a strength-based perspective employing tenets of cognitive-behavioral therapy that focuses on mindfulness and helps my clients create personalized coping skills while increasing self-awareness. I enjoy working with adolescents, teens, and adults who experience depression, anxiety, substance use, and difficulty navigating life transitions. I believe that therapy works best when there is a strong therapeutic rapport between therapist and client that is essential to embracing a client's true self.
Hey, I'm Christina (she/her/hers)! In sessions, I utilize a strength-based perspective employing tenets of cognitive-behavioral therapy that focuses on mindfulness and helps my clients create personalized coping skills while increasing self-awareness. I enjoy working with adolescents, teens, and adults who experience depression, anxiety, substance use, and difficulty navigating life transitions. I believe that therapy works best when there is a strong therapeutic rapport between therapist and client that is essential to embracing a client's true self.
Renee Maggiore
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
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 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.
Elyse Rubio At Helping Hands Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Are you struggling with an issue in your life? Feel alone and like there is no one to talk to? Are you afraid that if you speak to family and friends they will judge you? Whatever you are struggling with, you dont have to go through it alone. I utilize various client centered interventions with a strength-based approach. Through personal and professional experience I have discovered a passion for working with individuals to enhance self-awareness, build stronger relationships and improve the family experience. When one member of the family is suffering it impacts the entire family.
Are you struggling with an issue in your life? Feel alone and like there is no one to talk to? Are you afraid that if you speak to family and friends they will judge you? Whatever you are struggling with, you dont have to go through it alone. I utilize various client centered interventions with a strength-based approach. Through personal and professional experience I have discovered a passion for working with individuals to enhance self-awareness, build stronger relationships and improve the family experience. When one member of the family is suffering it impacts the entire family.
Corey Wilbur
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck? Do you want to make a change, but not sure where to begin? I am here to tell you that healing and happiness are possible. You deserve to live a life that brings you happiness. I want to help you find the solutions and life changes you are seeking, while supporting and encouraging you in a safe space. Life is too short to surrender to negative thoughts, feelings and relationships that make us depressed, stressed, anxious and hopeless. I am here to offer those vital skills necessary to heal, grow, and reach your fullest potential.
Are you feeling stuck? Do you want to make a change, but not sure where to begin? I am here to tell you that healing and happiness are possible. You deserve to live a life that brings you happiness. I want to help you find the solutions and life changes you are seeking, while supporting and encouraging you in a safe space. Life is too short to surrender to negative thoughts, feelings and relationships that make us depressed, stressed, anxious and hopeless. I am here to offer those vital skills necessary to heal, grow, and reach your fullest potential.
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Angeleta L Boyce
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Floral Park, NY 11001
“Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.” – Arnold Schwarzenegger
“Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.” – Arnold Schwarzenegger
Samantha Schlussel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566 (Online Only)
I provide uniquely individualized treatment to meet the needs of each client with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a Strength-Based Approach.
Finding the right therapist can be challenging. If you are tired of struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem or feel unfulfilled in your relationships, allow me to help you manage these difficulties. My goal in our work together is to help you reach your potential and build lasting solutions. I am a Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work who provides psychotherapy to teenagers, adults, and couples. I have professional experience working in an outpatient substance abuse agency, a mental health clinic, and the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District.
I provide uniquely individualized treatment to meet the needs of each client with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a Strength-Based Approach.
Finding the right therapist can be challenging. If you are tired of struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem or feel unfulfilled in your relationships, allow me to help you manage these difficulties. My goal in our work together is to help you reach your potential and build lasting solutions. I am a Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work who provides psychotherapy to teenagers, adults, and couples. I have professional experience working in an outpatient substance abuse agency, a mental health clinic, and the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District.
Frances J Alkire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynbrook, NY 11563
I invite you to take a journey on a "therapeutic pathway" to promote personal health and wellness. Feelings of being overwhelmed, anxious and depressed often present with the many obstacles one faces in every day life. Taking care of one's self both physically and emotionally is essential for healing. I can guide you in a nurturing, empathetic environment by giving you coping skills to reduce negative feelings and provide insight into the challenges you are experiencing. I will help you focus on living a life that is less reactive and more directed.
I invite you to take a journey on a "therapeutic pathway" to promote personal health and wellness. Feelings of being overwhelmed, anxious and depressed often present with the many obstacles one faces in every day life. Taking care of one's self both physically and emotionally is essential for healing. I can guide you in a nurturing, empathetic environment by giving you coping skills to reduce negative feelings and provide insight into the challenges you are experiencing. I will help you focus on living a life that is less reactive and more directed.
Joseph Bush
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
By using an eclectic approach, I can incorporate methods and strategies from a Strength-Based, Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness to provide you with a skillset to succeed.
People begin to heal when they feel heard. This is the first step on your journey to healing. Have you been surrounded by feelings of anxiety, stress or depression? Have you experienced grief or loss in your life? Have you encountered a traumatic event? You do not have to go through this alone. In my sessions, I strive to create a non-judgmental and empathetic environment where you can safely explore these challenges. At first these hurdles seem impossible to overcome, but by working together we can make individualized, achievable goals that will provide the tools for you to conquer these barriers.
By using an eclectic approach, I can incorporate methods and strategies from a Strength-Based, Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness to provide you with a skillset to succeed.
People begin to heal when they feel heard. This is the first step on your journey to healing. Have you been surrounded by feelings of anxiety, stress or depression? Have you experienced grief or loss in your life? Have you encountered a traumatic event? You do not have to go through this alone. In my sessions, I strive to create a non-judgmental and empathetic environment where you can safely explore these challenges. At first these hurdles seem impossible to overcome, but by working together we can make individualized, achievable goals that will provide the tools for you to conquer these barriers.
Jaclyn DiMarco, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Do you experience thoughts that are difficult to manage? Do your thoughts take up a lot of room in your mind making it difficult to focus on daily tasks? Whether your thoughts are from anxiety, depression, or something else entirely, as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker my goal is to provide a warm, supportive, non- judgmental environment where we will work collaboratively to achieve manageability. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who may be struggling with day-to-day stressors, life transitions, and adverse feelings and thoughts.
Do you experience thoughts that are difficult to manage? Do your thoughts take up a lot of room in your mind making it difficult to focus on daily tasks? Whether your thoughts are from anxiety, depression, or something else entirely, as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker my goal is to provide a warm, supportive, non- judgmental environment where we will work collaboratively to achieve manageability. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who may be struggling with day-to-day stressors, life transitions, and adverse feelings and thoughts.
Rebecca Ruben-Miller
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MS
Verified Verified
Lynbrook, NY 11563
I practice through a trauma-informed lens using a strength-based approach.
I am a Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Counselor who works with teens and adults. I earned my Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. I work with individual survivors of physical and sexual trauma as well as their loved ones. Additionally, I work with individuals coping with other forms of trauma, anxiety, depression, and stress management as it relates to a variety of stressors and experiences.
I practice through a trauma-informed lens using a strength-based approach.
I am a Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Counselor who works with teens and adults. I earned my Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. I work with individual survivors of physical and sexual trauma as well as their loved ones. Additionally, I work with individuals coping with other forms of trauma, anxiety, depression, and stress management as it relates to a variety of stressors and experiences.
Kenald Bernard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530 (Online Only)
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I am a genuine, empathetic and passionate therapist. I work with all genders and races with acknowledgment to cultural competence and sensitivity. For adolescent clients I incorporate the parents/guardians to assure effective change. I believe that we all have the ability to change or improve in any situation. I utilize strength based approaches providing validation towards empowerment and positive change. My principle focus is "Changing the way you see things and the things you see will change". Counseling is a significant step towards self-actualization which can benefit a person with increase self-awareness, self-care and future endeavors.
I am a genuine, empathetic and passionate therapist. I work with all genders and races with acknowledgment to cultural competence and sensitivity. For adolescent clients I incorporate the parents/guardians to assure effective change. I believe that we all have the ability to change or improve in any situation. I utilize strength based approaches providing validation towards empowerment and positive change. My principle focus is "Changing the way you see things and the things you see will change". Counseling is a significant step towards self-actualization which can benefit a person with increase self-awareness, self-care and future endeavors.
Cynthia Y Terrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Freeport, NY 11520 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and chaplain based in New York with 25 years of experience working with people to effectuate positive change in their lives as they confront various life challenges. In my experience I have worked with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, grief and life changing situations. My treatment approach to assisting clients is client centered, solution and strength based, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Theory, Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and chaplain based in New York with 25 years of experience working with people to effectuate positive change in their lives as they confront various life challenges. In my experience I have worked with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, grief and life changing situations. My treatment approach to assisting clients is client centered, solution and strength based, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Theory, Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing.
Julien Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Woodbury, NY 11797
We can lose ourselves juggling countless responsibilities and daily stressors- therapy can provide a dedicated space each week to prioritize self-care and self-awareness. I work closely with adults and adolescents to create a space where they feel their most authentic self is always welcome! I enjoy helping raise clients self esteem in our work together through strength based approaches. I believe it is important to remember, “You are allowed to be both a masterpiece and a work in progress simultaneously!" I aim to empower my clients while offering support and guidance as we process their experiences.
We can lose ourselves juggling countless responsibilities and daily stressors- therapy can provide a dedicated space each week to prioritize self-care and self-awareness. I work closely with adults and adolescents to create a space where they feel their most authentic self is always welcome! I enjoy helping raise clients self esteem in our work together through strength based approaches. I believe it is important to remember, “You are allowed to be both a masterpiece and a work in progress simultaneously!" I aim to empower my clients while offering support and guidance as we process their experiences.
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Strength-Based Therapists
How does strength-based therapy work?
During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.
Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?
Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.
How long does strength-based therapy last?
There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.
How effective is strength-based therapy?
Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.