Codependency Therapists in Islip Terrace, NY

My ideal client is a person who wants to be empowered to change their life through counseling and education. The issues I am best suited to treat are addictions, codependency, stress management, self esteem, and difficult life transitions.

In life, sometimes the first step is the hardest step to take, and I applaud you for having the courage to do so. It is my passion and purpose to help see my clients through some of their hardest days and lowest points. Throughout our counseling relationship, I will provide you a safe, comfortable, and fully confidential space for you to let your guard down and communicate your thoughts and feelings, free of judgement. Together, we will explore the ways that you can achieve personal growth, reach your goals, and build a more authentic, fulfilling life.

I help individuals with depression reclaim their joy. Many of my clients struggle like you do. Despite being intelligent, independent, and hard-working, life can be hard. When they first come in, many clients feel lost, confused, and unsure if their struggles are real or imagined. They doubt themselves, and resent their inability to change parts of themselves they dislike. They stumble their way through life, questioning every step. They beat themselves up for their failures and inability to succeed as other do. Their symptoms of hopelessness, lack of motivation, and fear of failure gets in the way of the life they want in many ways

You made the right decision to reach out for help. It is never late to learn strategies to improve your life and overall health. I truly believe that we can work together in a positive and a safe environment to find the relief that you have been looking for. I have been working in the field of mental health for about 15 years. I specialize in children, adolescents, adults, life stages issues, anxiety, couples, trauma and grief.

I believe that everyone deserves to be seen/heard, and has the potential for growth. I am passionate about leading people through various transitions in their lives. Using a guided and empathetic approach, I'm ready to empower you through our sessions together, helping you overcome whatever is holding back your full potential - whether it's a mental health issue or general life stressor. I intend on working with you to provide you the tools needed to navigate any issues/stressors that may be impacting your current daily functioning and quality of life.

Sunshine Counseling is a private psychology practice who offer mental health services to individuals experiencing various symptoms and issues. Our practitioners often utilize a Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) approach in order to help our clients learn to identify destructive thought patterns that has negative influences on behavior. We also provide immigration evaluations.

Our sessions are a safe place to unleash your anxiety, stress, or depression. I connect with my clients easily and take an active role in moving you forward in life-changing ways. Talking with an experienced, caring, and non-judgmental listener helps my clients heal, change and make a difference in their lives. Individuals and couples uncover strategies to recognize and change self-defeating thoughts and behaviors that result in negative outcomes in themselves and their relationships.

Finding a therapist that you connect with, who understands you, is the one of the first important steps in your journey of healing and change. I would love the opportunity to help you in that journey. In my twenty years experience, practicing in the mental health field, I have used a cognitive-behavioral approach, coupled with a strengths-based philosophy, to partner with my clients, creating a trusting, non-judgmental environment. Together we can work towards having you let go of destructive thoughts, feelings and experiences that have prevented you from living the life you want.

I'm a licensed Clinical Psychologist with ten years experience counseling children, adolescents, and adults. I use an eclectic approach so that therapy is tailored to fit each individual. I believe that every person can reach their full potential given the right tools, support, and guidance.

There are times in life when it may feel like your world is falling apart, but it is in those moments that you have the ability to pick up the pieces and build something much greater than you could have ever imagined. I believe that people can transform their mindset and create the life they want to live by utilizing the strengths they have within.

My goal as a trauma-certified therapist is to empower my clients to experience increased freedom and healing in their lives. My training in the addiction field has prepared me to treat a variety of mental health disorders, including anxiety, anger, depression, grief, and trauma.

I enjoy helping people overcome the obstacles they are facing in their life through brief, goal directed marital and individual therapy. I have been treating individuals, couples and families for the last 40 years in both private practice as well as in other mental health setting and my experience includes working with preteens, adolescents, young adults and as well as adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety and substance abuse issues. I also have experience teaching parenting classes and on coaching parents to develop new ways to deal with problems their children may be experiencing i.e.,behavioral, academic, mental health concerns.

Natural reactions, such as sadness, anxiety, or anger, shaped by our present and past experiences, can become overwhelming and lead to feeling stuck in a struggle or an unintentional, unhelpful pattern. With respect for the unique experiences that have led to your decision to enter psychotherapy, we will address the issues most important to you, while helping you move toward the aspects of life and relationships you find most meaningful.

My focus is helping individuals recover and discover pathways to understanding, loving, and emotionally-attuned communication. We will talk about strategies to cope with difficult feelings such as stress, anxiety, and depression. The main goal is to develop a structure of online counseling, that works best for you. We will work together to create a therapeutic alliance that is specific to your needs, which can heal and transform your relationship with yourself, in and out of therapy.

I strive to incorporate a strengths based perspective while engaging my clients in a therapeutic relationship. I am committed to assisting my clients and families in reaching their personal goals. I provide a safe and warm environment for all individuals, couples and families, and welcome you into the journey of bettering yourself and your relationships.