Chronic Illness Therapists in Ravena, NY

My approach with my clients is collaborative, interactive, and respectful. I am an eclectic therapist because trauma affects each individual differently. I view the client as the expert on his/her journey and myself as a consultant or guide. I focus on releasing the shame and pain of the trauma/abuse using tools and approaches with which the client is most comfortable. Together we create as safe a space as possible so that this work may occur. I am a strong believer in skill building, empowerment and visibility as antidotes to shame, secrecy and victimization.

I appreciate that we, as humans, do the best we can with whatever resources are available. My function, as a therapist, is to be an additional resource -- of support, emotional safety, and connection. Our sessions will focus on exploring your individual experience and increasing your awareness of your self and how you operate in your world. I believe that having a safe environment and willing partner with whom to examine the full spectrum of how you are in your context - with all its inherent possibilities and limitations - facilitates agency and personal growth. It can also provide a sense of wholeness and corresponding relief.

Hi, I'm Ben. I'm a licensed mental health counselor in Delmar. What continues to amaze me as a therapist is how resilient people are. I've worked with people going through traumatic experiences and I've seen them go on to live meaningful, fulfilling lives. I strongly believe people can overcome the immense obstacles life throws their way. I have a particular interest in working with younger men (20's and 30's), as they face unique challenges and historically have been less likely to seek help.

I am a licensed therapist providing online counseling to individual, and families in both North Carolina and New York. For the last nine years I have supplied professional therapy for people with mental health, medical and substance diagnoses.

Challenged by worrying thoughts? Wishing you could control your reactions to life better? Maybe old patterns are repeating and you’re feeling discouraged. You might be thinking: “I thought I took care of this before" or "why aren’t I feeling more confident and secure by now?” If any of this sounds familiar, one thing you know for sure is that something has to change. Making the decision to reach out for help is a bold and empowering step. I'll meet you where you're at and together we'll create a plan to help you achieve the peace and confidence you desire.

Immediate availability! I focus on treating anxiety; depression; trauma; alcohol and substance abuse; gambling and other addictions; aging; gender identity; and relationship issues. Navigating life’s challenges can leave us feeling unsure of how to move forward, or that we are not our best selves, or that we are not living in a way we want to be living. Each of our paths through life are different, and each of our challenges are different. Some of us have challenges at work or at home that we aren't handling well. For some, past experiences can complicate how we live our current lives.

At Libertas Mind Neurohealth and Infusion center, we understand the profound toll chronic pain has on mood, and mental health. Created by interventional pain specialist, Dr.Jason Steindler DO, to address the psychological aspect of sufffering, Libertas mind offers therapies to enhance your recovery inlcuding ketamine assisted psychotherapy, ketamine, Spravato and stellate ganglion blocks.

My counseling style is warm and interactive. I strive to provide all my clients with the respect, sensitivity and compassion they deserve.

I have over 25 years working with children and adults dealing with mental health problems. and other problems of living and challenges that include but are not limited to behavior / oppositional problems, school problems, relationship and addiction problems, poor anger management, grief and loss, chronic pain and trauma. I am experienced in conducting comprehensive suicide risk assessments. I also offer supervised visits for non- custodial parents. I am experienced working with individuals with a diversity of issues and backgrounds. I offer individualized treatment plans that are tailored to the clients challenges and needs.

I believe in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship - as a site for activation, reflection, examination, change, and corrective emotional experiences. So often the very things that have helped protect us throughout our lives also create barriers and challenges. Therapy offers us a space to slow down and explore these defenses and patterns, and to develop healthier alternatives. We will work collaboratively to reach mutual understanding, honest emotional expression, and to acknowledge and nourish your true self, in all of its complexity - which will hopefully lead to a more authentic, vibrant, fulfilling life.

I work best with patients who feel stuck, confused, lost, guilty, scared and frustrated. These are common feelings that tend to surface most when we face challenges and limitations in life. My goal is to help you better understand yourself so that you can make choices to bring peace and a greater sense of meaning to your days. I value building a strong relationship with my patients and will work collaboratively to create a treatment plan that fits with your goals.

Do you feel as though your past hurts trigger your reactions in your current life? Do you wish you had more happiness in your life? I would like to help you in your journey through life by helping you learn coping skills and releasing the past.

For as long as I can recall, my singular purpose in life has been to alleviate the pain and suffering of others by equipping them with the essential tools to find peace. My goal is for you to depart from my office with an improved sense of well-being compared to when you first entered. I specialize in addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, chronic illness/chronic pain, oncology, grief, and trauma, catering to the needs of children, teenagers, and young adults. As a clinician, I bring a warm and lighthearted approach, establishing a safe and comfortable atmosphere for my clients.

I offer a compassionate, highly supportive, solution-focused style of therapy. I am a Solution-Focused Brief Therapist (SFBT), who helps individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, chronic illness and caregiver fatigue. You can expect to feel safe, heard and understood as you work together to seek growth and positive change. I’m happy to work with adults, ages 18 and over. I’m LGBTQIA+ friendly and affirming and I am open to working with all races/ethnicities. I prefer to take a Solutions-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) approach. SFBT incorporates positive psychology principles and practices.

Navigating life's most challenging moments requires empathy, support, and a gentle guiding hand. I specialize in aiding individuals coping with grief, significant life transitions, or the complexities of terminal/chronic illness. My aim is to foster a safe and nurturing space where healing, growth, and resilience can flourish. I enjoy working with adults of all ages, particularly those in mid-life and older as they navigate life’s transitions, including adult children leaving/returning to the family home, retirement, downsizing, chronic or life altering illness, and death and non-death losses.

My goal as an integrated heath care professional is to treat the whole body; so patients can experience changes in sensation, perception, thought or behavior corresponding to his or their mental or physical health needs. My success in treating chronic illness is founded in the idea that all therapeutic relationships are a partnership of patient and clinician in restoring the body to health. The use of Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy can address a variety of physical and mental health issues in a shorter time; with longer lasting effects.

Are you having a difficult time each day wanting to feel better? Are you struggling with the aging process, caregiving for a sick loved one, or chronic illness? Do you have wide fluctuations in your mood? If you find yourself saying yes to any of the above questions, give me a call for a free 15-minute consultation.

To me, as a therapist, it is essential to develop a safe, nonjudgmental, honest, and supportive space for each and every client to unpack, process and move forward. I work with children ages 3-18 years, adults, and families facing various challenges and diagnoses.