Male Therapists in Plainview, NY

When people come into therapy, there is often a misunderstanding associated with the profession. We are seen as the people to "fix" their problems and issues through counseling. There is usually nothing to "fix", and we are also not able to change others. A client that is seeking assistance in an area of confusion or stress can be certain that they are capable of changing themselves, and we will only act as a guide.

By providing sensitivity and compassion in a confidential setting, I assists my clients in resolving a wide range of personal concerns and psychological challenges, including depression, anxiety, anger, addictions, stress management, adolescent struggles, conflict resolution, social decision-making, school problems, behavior issues, communication barriers, grief/loss, and more. I also has extensive experience in helping families navigate the school system and often works collaboratively with parents and educators to utilize a team approach.

It takes courage to engage in professional counseling and when you do it is important that there is a match with your counselor and the modality used. As a counselor I serve people using mindfulness, meditation, whole person approaches. I also incorporate faith based approaches. I work with counselee's that struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma related issues and a variety of other emotional disturbances. I will help you identify the core issues that resulted in your emotional or personal problems and immediately help to develop strategies to resolve these issues.

You want individualized therapy in a private, comfortable environment. You want only experienced therapists with specific background in working with your unique challenges and issues. You are looking for caring, focused, effective therapists who will develop strategies that will work for you.

NEW! Sliding scale fees for daytime appointments and four FREE sessions with our graduate interns! We provide therapy for personal growth and confidence in a comfortable, supportive atmosphere. Therapy motivates you to reach your highest potential and improve the quality of your life. Treatment is individualized, goals are mutually established, and feedback is given frequently. The supportive, engaging style of therapy encourages self-worth, achievement, relaxation, and better ability to cope with challenges. Visit our website to see all of our therapists.

My ideal client is in need of help in dealing with any of life's issues. These include anxiety, depression, anxiety, stress, self-destructive behavior, sexual difficulties, work related problems and all family conflicts.

Through a supportive and empowering approach, I can help you understand yourself better, clarify your goals and directions, and lead a more fulfilling life. Together, we'll select the tools that can help you overcome the obstacles that stand in the way of achieving what you want, whether it's freeing yourself from debilitating anxiety, finding energy and joy in life, having more satisfying interpersonal relationships, or finding focus and clarity about who you are and what you want for yourself. For children, I'll also help with behavioral issues, ADHD, fears and phobias, and anxiety.

People experiencing anxiety, depression and personal conflicts are riddled with pain and fear. Daily functioning, be it, personal, work or family matters can be a struggle. Sometimes people may say to you "just get over it". This can lead to increased social isolation and lowered self-esteem. Work or academic performance can suffer and relationships can be adversely affected. I, as an experienced psychologist, will work in collaborative effort with you so that these problems can be addressed through a thoughtful and sensitive approach utilizing evidence-based cognitive behavioral psychotherapeutic treatment.

Throughout his clinical and school experience, Dr. Rust has gained extensive training in Child/Adolescent Psychology. He specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Rust often incorporates components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and principles of Behavior Analysis in his eclectic approach. He is exceptionally aware of the social, emotional and behavioral needs of a child and utilizes a “whole child” methodology.

I'm a licensed clinical psychologist and certified school psychologist, specializing in treating children, adolescents, and families using Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in homes, schools and the community. CBT treatment is highly recommended for anxiety, impulse, and conduct disorders. While it is well-established that CBT within real-world settings significantly improves functioning compared to office-based treatment, few professionals accept the challenge! As a professional with 20 years of experience traveling to families throughout Long Island, I understand that intense emotions, troubled relationships and significant avoidance cannot simply be discussed away in therapy, but mindfully experienced and addressed when and where they occur.

I am a psychologist with a number of post-graduate specializations and certifications, though I also maintain a general practice. I have formal training, experience and certifications in hypnotherapy, which has been shown to be helpful with a wide-range of psychotherapy issues and modalities. I also have additional training and experience in addictive disorders, child and adolescent psychotherapy, and elder psychology. I endeavor to provide up to date, research-based procedures, integrating various modalities of treatment (e.g., cognitive-behavioral, systems, interpersonal)to facilitate time-efficient and significant improvement in social and emotional functioning for adults, children and adolescents, individuals, couples and families.

I specialize in working with both individuals and couples. My goal is to provide maximum relief from your emotional distress as quickly as possible. Towards that end, my treatment methods are aimed at helping you to live real life more happily. You can expect to be asked "What is it that you most want to change about your life?". If you are uncertain about what you want to change then sorting out that uncertainty will be our primary initial goal. I am committed to helping you achieve a deeper understanding and an effective remedy to your problem.

Many of my patients are troubled by low self-esteem. We are often hard on ourselves and need to learn to be more accepting of our own limitations. Being compassionate with ourselves goes hand in hand with becoming kinder and more caring with others. The most common emotional disturbances that lead people to seek therapy are anxiety, depression, and anger management problems. The solution to these troubles involve four categories of irrational thinking. They are tyrannical shoulds, poor frustration tolerance ( I can't stand it), awfulizing/catastrophizing, and harsh rating of ourselves (putting ourselves down).

I specialize in working with Anxiety and Panic Disorder as it relates to relationships, career and performance concerns. I also work with many couples, offering marital, pre-marital and, separation counseling. My approach is eclectic and patient-centered, drawing from scientific/ evidence-based treatments such as CBT, ACT, Trauma-informed. Above all, my services are compassionate and inspired at times by mindfulness and other eastern approaches. Therapy is offered conveniently over telehealth on Long Island ( Nassau & Suffolk County) to those in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx and Staten Island.

I SPECIALIZE IN TEENS&ADULTS - Is your child's behavior causing you to stress out? I have extensive experience treating teens and understand the issues that cause them to bottle up, shut down and become defiant. I WELCOME ADULT PATIENTS-Unhappy? Need to talk? Whether your having marital difficulties, issues with your job or family or issues that you can't seem to solve on your own, there is help available for you. As an experienced therapist/educator I have helped my clients develop a more focused understanding of why they are feeling their feelings and how to heal.

It can feel as if you are alone and struggling with your thoughts and emotions, but the right help is out there. The techniques of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy help people better handle the issues they face. Come learn how to change the way you deal with difficult thoughts, overwhelming emotions, troubling behaviors, and conflicts with others in your life. By developing new approaches toward your problems, unhealthy patterns are broken and you become able to start living your best life. Let's work together to help you learn practical skills so that you can build the type of life you want.

Respect and compassion go a long way. It can be tough being vulnerable. My promise to all of my clients is that I will care, take everyone's circumstances seriously, and work hard with you to reach treatment goals. I can help you get long term relief from general anxiety, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), specific phobias, depression, grief, and other related symptoms. Other dynamics such as confidence, self-care, relationships, and developing coping strategies are also addressed within the process.

You can't adjust the wind, but we can adjust the sails; while we may not be able to change the factors that come our way, we can change the ways in which we approach whatever has caused difficulty. This quote encapsulates my sensitive, inviting, and unique approach to psychotherapy. I work with a variety of patients; my specialties are two-fold: therapy for young and emerging adults through a wide range of presenting issues, as well as therapy for psychotherapists, and other helping professionals. Together we will explore, leaving you with a better understanding of yourself.

In our practice, we work with individuals, families and groups. We focus on helping children, teens and young adults with their daily life challenges. Are you struggling to connect with your teen? Is your child having trouble in school or issues with their peers? Our outstanding team of clinicians can address the issues and explore coping strategies to assist now and for future success.