Therapists in 11716
Marlene Citarelli Villegas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bohemia, NY 11716
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with families, couples, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, parenting stressors, and painful family dynamics. My goal is to provide a warm and empathic therapeutic space where you feel heard and supported in your journey towards emotional growth and healing. I am bilingual and can provide services in Spanish and English.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with families, couples, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, parenting stressors, and painful family dynamics. My goal is to provide a warm and empathic therapeutic space where you feel heard and supported in your journey towards emotional growth and healing. I am bilingual and can provide services in Spanish and English.
Elev8ted Perspectives Consultation Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, MACM, MSSA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bohemia, NY 11716
Elev8te Your Mind..Your Thoughts Will Follow encapsulates our ethos perfectly, much like the process of working out. Just as the theme suggests, we believe that by elevating your mindset, your thoughts will naturally align with positive outcomes, similar to how regular workouts enhance physical well-being. Our approach to therapy mirrors this philosophy, focusing on uplifting your mental and emotional state to foster growth and transformation. Through our services, including dealing with intergenerational trauma and offering both faith-based and secular therapy, we aim to elevate your consciousness and empower you.
Elev8te Your Mind..Your Thoughts Will Follow encapsulates our ethos perfectly, much like the process of working out. Just as the theme suggests, we believe that by elevating your mindset, your thoughts will naturally align with positive outcomes, similar to how regular workouts enhance physical well-being. Our approach to therapy mirrors this philosophy, focusing on uplifting your mental and emotional state to foster growth and transformation. Through our services, including dealing with intergenerational trauma and offering both faith-based and secular therapy, we aim to elevate your consciousness and empower you.
Cara Romano
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bohemia, NY 11716
There are times in life where you may feel unequipped to deal with life's challenges, where you find old solutions and coping strategies do not solve the problem anymore, and may be in need of a different perspective. Therapy can be a wonderful resource for clients to get to know themselves better, adapt healthier coping skills and reach their goals and full potential to live a more fulfilling life. My goal as a counselor is to provide a safe and welcoming atmosphere for clients to feel secure and supported on their journey towards self-fulfillment.
There are times in life where you may feel unequipped to deal with life's challenges, where you find old solutions and coping strategies do not solve the problem anymore, and may be in need of a different perspective. Therapy can be a wonderful resource for clients to get to know themselves better, adapt healthier coping skills and reach their goals and full potential to live a more fulfilling life. My goal as a counselor is to provide a safe and welcoming atmosphere for clients to feel secure and supported on their journey towards self-fulfillment.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.