Therapists in Mahopac Falls, NY

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.

I love to learn and continue to attend trainings in many different therapeutic techniques and strategies. I believe that therapy should be individualized and truly believe that the therapeutic relationship itself will foster the greatest results. My true passion is giving individuals the tools they need to better manage all of the different roles they play in their own lives. Depending upon the client, I tend to use mostly DBT and CBT related therapeutic techniques.

Perhaps you realize that you are not where you want to be. Perhaps you feel that you are not living as fully as you might. Perhaps you are not sure what is wrong; you just know that you could be doing better. My role is to help you sort it out and identify the thoughts and behaviors that have you stuck, change you self-limiting beliefs and remove the barriers to living your best life.

I am a psychodynamic therapist with a collaborative, warm, and relational style. What that means is I don't just sit back and listen; rather, I will work with you to provide support and feedback to help you address your unique challenges. I specialize in treating anxiety, trauma (I offer EMDR) and/or addictive behaviors and I also work with individuals navigating sexual and relationships issues. I am licensed to work with clients in NY and NJ and offer sessions in-person or remotely.

Therapy is often a place of navigating change. You may be coping with a transitional period of your life, or you may be trying to make changes but don’t know where to start. You might start questioning who you are, where you’re going, and how you can possibly get there. Life gets overwhelming as everything seems to attack you all at once. Relationships never seem to work out. Productivity and self care is a never-ending balancing act. Anxiety and fear prevent you from becoming the best version of yourself. The things that have helped you survive or protected you from pain in the past may now be holding you back, or vice versa.

I'm a NY/CT licensed therapist with expertise in PTSD/trauma, disordered eating, and anxiety. Getting help is a brave step, but you don't have to do it alone! My practice is welcoming and inclusive no matter who you are. I work with my clients at their own pace to create a supportive space to reach meaningful and lasting change. My style is warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental. Whether you’re looking to work on self-esteem, heal body image, or recover from trauma, we'll work together to find the best approach for your needs.

I am passionate about relationship dynamics, sexuality, sexual orientation, gender identity, communication and intimacy with a focus on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I counsel individuals, couples and moresomes on creative relationship structures such as consensual non-monogamy. I also work extensively with mood related challenges, including anxiety, depression and OCD, as well as career transitions. As a member of the polyamorous, LGBTQ, and burner communities, I share my extensive personal and professional experience with clients.

I am a psychodynamic therapist with a collaborative, warm and relational style. What that means is I don't just sit back and listen; rather, I will work with you to provide support and feedback to help you address your unique challenges. I specialize in treating anxiety, trauma (I offer EMDR), and/or addictive behaviors and I also work with individuals navigating sexual and relationships issues. I am licensed to work with clients in NY and NJ and offer in-person or remote sessions.

Everyone has a story and it is my privilege to be invited into yours. My unique blend of warmth and tenacity set me apart as a therapist and allow me to work with clients towards meaningful change. I value the relationships I form with clients and my goal is to make everyone I work with feel safe, respected and accepted for who they are. My practice is shaped by a combination of formal education and hands-on experience, including training in psychoanalysis, couples counseling, ExRP, play therapy and family therapy.

Seeking a therapist is the first step towards taking control of your life. Maybe you’re feeling pain, stress, frustration, or hopeless. You’re tired of pretending to be happy and sacrificing your own needs for the needs of others. Sometimes, you’re balancing so much you’re not sure what to tackle first.

I understand how challenging it can be to develop a trusting relationship with a new therapist. I am extremely patient with my clients and put in a great deal of effort in building a comfortable working relationship while supporting your personal growth and mental health resiliency. My practice provides a warm and friendly space for children (age 6-12), adolescents (12-17), and adults (18+) to address a wide variety of issues, ranging from depression, anxiety, and trauma to those struggling with relationship challenges and adjustment difficulties.

I specialize in helping young adults with anxiety, depression and past trauma. Your emotional and mental health are fundamental to the rest of your wellbeing. If you're trying to make it all work, while dealing with difficult emotions, uncertainty and lack of support, you're not alone. My aim is to help you develop the tools to heal from the past, manage your stress, and move forward feeling confident and connected. When you have the right supports in place you can build a strong foundation for your future and live a life aligned with your values and aspirations.

As a therapist, I strive to create a safe and affirming environment to support my clients in their journey towards emotional growth and healing. Together, we will explore past experiences and relationships to gain insight into how they impact the lens through which you see the world. We will identify patterns and behaviors hindering your growth and build upon existing strengths to move towards long term change.

Everyone deserves to live a life that leaves them excited to wake up every morning. You are not excluded from this. Healing from pain is possible. Healing from trauma is possible. Feeling free from the anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns you are experiencing is possible. Beautiful things always grow in dark places. Let's find a new light within you together.

Are you struggling with difficult family dynamics or a lack of support from your environment? Are you finding that the tools that you have turned to cope, like substance use and avoidance, has taken hold of your life? Are you feeling exhausted or constrained by treatment that sees your experience as a disease and dispenses formulaic solutions? You are not your symptoms and you deserve care from someone who wants to join you, sees you as the multi-layered complex person you are and supports your vision of healing in mind.

OUT of NETWORK with insurance. Everyone has a story and I want to hear yours. I help clients develop self-awareness and self-empowerment so that you can heal your relationship with yourself and be in charge of your own life. I work from a fundamentally nonjudgmental lens and I view clients holistically, taking in all of the parts and pieces that make you who you are. I will never see you as a diagnosis. Goodness of fit is critical and I will personalize therapy to meet your unique needs. You might come in with one concern in mind, only to find out it's all connected! I believe humor and unconventional thinking will take us far.

Now accepting new clients in my practice as of 12/18/23 - If you've experienced trauma that caused you to suppress, avoid, and close yourself off from the world - to deny your needs & make yourself small - I feel you. I tried coping with trauma by turning against myself, and it only increased the shame and isolation. I'm sure there's a part of you who is curious about finding another way, who realizes you are more than your struggles. Together, we can experiment with changing your relationship to your anxiety, OCD, trauma, and identity concerns, so you can reconnect with what you need to live a rich and fulfilling life.

As a mental health researcher and expert in culture and identity conflicts, my therapy work starts with making space for your unique lived experiences, identities, and how you show up in your different worlds. I am trained in a range of evidence-based therapy techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. I help my patients learn about themselves, explore issues that have led to emotional distress, and teach skills to manage the situations at hand. Therapy can involve exploring your past, present, and future challenges and pursuing an emotional growth to handle it all.

Most folks I collaborate with are navigating the aftermath of trauma or adverse experiences, seeking pathways to healing. They confront challenges such as C-PTSD, eating concerns/body image issues, and codependency, with the aim of identifying triggers and managing unwanted behaviors more effectively. Their journey is towards processing past traumas, fostering resilience, and reclaiming their lives. They aspire to convert their pain into strength, nurturing healthier relationships with both themselves and the surrounding world.