Couples Counseling Therapists in Ridgewood, NY

Hi there, my name is Beth and I’m a therapist based in Queens, providing virtual services across New York state. I help people develop an integrated and joyful sense of self, specializing in gender and sexuality, BDSM/kink, anxiety, depression, and trauma. My goal in therapy is to help you build a healthy life that feels good, grounded, and free. My practice is both sexuality and gender-affirming with a belief that you are the expert in your own story. I approach therapy as a judgment-free collaboration, using compassion to examine the stressors in your life and curiosity to build connections between the past, present, and future.

I offer a nonjudgmental, empathic, and genuine approach with all of my clients. I bring empathy into every interaction I have with every person & I operate from a radical, social justice, abolitionist, anti-oppressive perspective. I incorporate the Liberation Health Framework into my work, paying close attention to how oppression/systems affect everyone's experiences moving through the world. My identity as a queer mixed race woman of color strongly influences my practice and work with clients. I have experience working with QTPOC communities, disenfranchised & marginalized identities, and folks navigating mental health challenges.

I'm a clinical/health psychologist, inter-faith minister and hypnotherapist with over 30 years of experience working with infants, toddlers, children, teenagers, couples, geriatrics, family, special needs, cultural issues, food, weight issues, viruses, autoimmune diseases & nutritional needs. Anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness, cultural stress, career counseling, parenting, men’s issues are just a few of the specialties I work with. Most of us go through life with uncontrolled thoughts allowing our minds to dictate perceptions and meaning to situations we encounter, often in unproductive and/or distressful ways.

I have worked in a variety of modalities and sectors of the field. I have experience with all age groups in the areas of homelessness, hospital setting, substance use, mental health, school settings, domestic violence, bereavement, family, and individual counseling.

I provide counseling for individuals, couples, and families by creating a positive and caring treatment environment based on specific needs of each client. Using integrative, psychodynamic, CBT and interactive therapeutic methods, I help the client overcome the existing problem, implement behavioral changes, and explore his/her potential more effectively in everyday life. I am working in two locations: in Queens and Manhattan. My both offices is conveniently located in NY and it is easily accessible by public transportation. I have flexible working hours and I am open to scheduling counseling sessions on the weekends and late evenings, as well as any emergency appointments, if needed.

Are you an individual who is experiencing anxiety, prenatal, parenting, trauma, depression, or low self-esteem? I can help! I have experience working with individuals from multicultural backgrounds. In addition, I have worked with individual who have newly arrived from the Carribbean in the U.S. who are trying to assimilate to Westernized culture. Furthermore, I have worked with individuals who have experienced Domestic Violence and their families.

As a strengths-based psychotherapist I work with individuals, couples, and polyamorous and non-traditional family structures using a holistic approach to care. I focus on themes such as gender and sexuality, attachment in sex and relationships, disenfranchised grief and tailor my approach based on my clients' needs.

Welcome! I am a very warm and empathetic therapist who loves to support her clients live their best authentic lives. I will challenge you at times so you can achieve your goals while validating, empowering, and supporting you. I work with a diverse clientele who struggle with anxiety, depression, life stressors, anger, grief and bereavement, relationship issues, work and career issues including stress and burnout. I have experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community and immigration/first-generation. I work with individuals, couples, and families in an open-minded and empathetic safe space.

I believe that you are the architect and the builder of the life you want, and I want to be there to support you in that. I believe that you are more than your current struggles and more than a diagnosis. I believe that every person has the right to grow into the fullest, most expansive version of themself, and that it's never too late to start. I believe that every person has the innate capacity to create whatever lasting changes that they seek, and is deserving of the support they need to do so.

You might experience anxiety, depression, anger, health problems, anger, substance use and other painful difficulties. We have successfully helped our client develop healthier coping skills and master the challenges that impact and affect their current emotional health. Whether working with individuals or couples, the particular intervention we use may vary according to individual or family needs. We work with you in gaining a deeper insight that fosters growth, improves your emotional health, develops the capacity to engage in healthy relationships and provide the tools and skills necessary to live an authentic and satisfying life.

***Email/Text preferred*** We believe that in every challenging moment in life lies the opportunity for change. Change can often be scary and/or difficult however necessary to achieve inner peace, counseling can help move forward the process to achieve mental health. Wellness is key and in our conversations I explore your values during counseling therapy sessions. We do explore all aspects of life that are important including physical, mental, emotional, financial, and spiritual health. Typically our initial counseling sessions conversations are casual, it is a platform to ensure that I am the right fit for you.

I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and sex therapist offering both virtual and in-person psychotherapy and sex therapy sessions. I work from a collaborative, strengths-based, person-centered perspective and specialize in providing a safe, sex-positive space for individuals of all genders and sexual orientations. My style is warm, nonjudgemental, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, and grounded in body liberation.

If you are experiencing barriers prohibiting you from living a fulfilling life. I am here to help you to find out what is holding you back. I am a warm and compassionate listener who helps guide clients to achieve their goals using strength based and resilience counseling. I have extensive experience providing therapeutic support to diverse clientele including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Within my practice, I have successfully addressed various challenges including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, complex trauma, relational trauma, and coping with health diagnoses.

My practice provides the finest quality of therapeutic services to a diverse range of clients without any type of discrimination. Together we can develop strong coping skills in dealing with your drug addiction/ alcoholism problems. To overcome your traumas related to physical, emotional, sexual or religious abuse. To brake away from the debilitating effects of depression, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks and recover the control of your life. We can create a safe place for you to share your deepest fears, concerns and good moments. When dealing with your kids/adolescents, they will want to come to therapy willingly.

Are your kids driving you crazy? Putting a strain on your marriage? Are you the parent of a young adult who can't seem to leave the nest? Do you worry that your kids don't have the wherewithal to make it on their own? Are you a young adult struggling to find your way? Times of transition can be frustrating and painful for families. It's important to know that it can happen to anyone and it is not your fault. There is a pathway out!

Whether you are new to therapy or are returning because your life circumstances have changed, therapy can be an incredible opportunity to learn how to manage your mental health. In a warm and non-judgmental environment, you will find a space to discuss your unique story and the difficulties/concerns that have lead you to start therapy. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self esteem, trauma symptoms, or general difficulties in functioning, you will learn tools to help better manage your life.

No matter where you are in your life, therapy is a way to alleviate stress and build clarity about your feelings. My goal is to collaborate with you to gain insight, build effective coping skills, and get in touch with your intuition. Whether you've had therapy before, or if you want to try something new, it can be difficult to start. I know many people find it hard to meet a therapist they connect with, but it is important you feel safe in the therapeutic space. I aim to support my clients in better understanding how to break out of cycles, overcome obstacles, and build greater self-assurance.

Specializing in supporting women who have faced trauma stemming from domestic violence, separation/divorce, childhood neglect/abuse, and workplace mistreatment, I recognize the profound impact these experiences can have on one's sense of identity and direction. Whether you've lost yourself in these experiences or are discovering yourself anew, my focus is on helping you find meaning in your journey and guiding you toward a positive future. If you're seeking to build confidence in decision-making, establish boundaries, and cultivate a loving relationship with yourself, I'm here to collaborate on your path to healing.

Are you experiencing a life transition or difficulty managing day to day stressors? Are you looking to work through your emotions in a productive, positive, affirming manner that makes you feel stronger? Are you looking to strengthen your relationship with yourself and others?