Couples Counseling Therapists in Palenville, NY

Clients that want to make changes in their lives but are unsure or frightened of how to do so. I can help you set and reach goals for the future with encouragement, guidance and support. Part of this is understanding why and how you find yourself here. People who struggle with self esteem issues, learning to make healthy choices in their lives. It’s thrilling to watch a person find their voice, and feel good about themselves. People who struggle with addiction and alcoholism and understanding where those issues began, with sobriety. There is no shame in addiction or alcoholism in my practice.

I help high-achieving women connect with their vitality, happiness and joy by guiding them to release old trauma and painful emotions that are keeping them stuck. My technique is based in creative arts therapy and trauma-informed care that include a playful, holistic approach to healing that leads to a sense of safety and comfort in your own skin. I also love working with couples who want to deepen their intimacy and connection, improve communication and learn how to play together as a team. Couples therapy will help strengthen your bond and set you up for a harmonious and successful long lasting relationship.

I have worked in community mental health since 2006 with a wide variety of clients who deal with mental illness, personality disorders, relationship issues and general life stressors. My client base ranges in age from childhood through adulthood and includes families, couples and groups.

You may experience debilitating symptoms,or go through a stressful life transition, or simply feel stuck in your creative endeavors. The foundation of any change, healing and growth is an exploration of these symptoms. I provide a safe and confidential space that will allow you to build a new relationship to yourself and to others.Depression, anxiety or near-psychotic episodes are not the end of the road but a wake-up call to tend to your inner life!

The decision to begin therapy is a courageous one often made when feeling stuck, vulnerable, or in emotional distress. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe and supportive space, where your thoughts and feelings can be expressed openly and freely, and a deepening awareness can lead to developing a meaningful and lasting understanding of your unique way of being in the world. In my experience change occurs in the context of relationship. Within the therapeutic relationship, new ways of being can be experienced, leading to a more creative, open way of living.

My goal is to support and guide my clients towards a happier, fulfilled self. My treatment methods focus on your strengths and goals. You create your own story and together we can therapeutically build a working relationship that allows for you to achieve the best self that you seek. My passion lies with working with young adults, adults.

I see psychotherapy as a way to alleviate emotional pain and to help you live a more expansive, satisfying and meaningful life. Central to the work of psychotherapy is a collaborative and safe working relationship. I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental and unique relationship with each person. I have an interactive style, listening closely, asking questions and sharing my observations while also creating the space for quiet reflection.

Accepting new clients! Navigating the challenges that arise in all stages of life can be eased through opening ourselves to support and making space for exploring and developing our own inherent strengths, resources, and skills. In acknowledging and honoring ourselves as competent, powerful, and capable, we can create positive change. I provide compassionate support, validation, and understanding in this work, collaborating with you to intentionally and effectively address your needs and goals, while fostering a positive sense of self- worth, efficacy, and empowerment.

I live and work in Woodstock, NY. Over the years I have seen a diversity of individuals, including couples, young people struggling to realize themselves, and those with the other challenges that we meet in our daily lives. I respect and appreciate the differences among those who meet with me. I have a good sense of humor and think that laughter, even under the most painful of circumstances can be helpful.

I have been working with clients as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2021, and I come from a primarily solution-focused narrative approach. As a systemic therapist I understand that although we are individuals, we are part of larger support systems that affect our mental health. Whether you are an individual, family, or part of a relationship, we will work together to emphasize your strengths and progress toward your goals. My belief is that you are the expert in your life and I am here to help you unlock the tools you already have inside while building skills and healthier strategies for the stress you experience.

People come to therapy for a variety of different reasons. Some individuals embark on a therapeutic process with specific goals in mind or because they have recently been impacted by particularly challenging life events. Others may pursue therapy and specifically creative arts psychotherapy as an on-going process toward deeper self-knowledge, growth, and healing. I offer individuals and couples an approach that is holistic, client-centered, non-judgmental and creative through traditional talk therapy, creative arts infused therapy, and often a synthesis of the two.

My name is Robin Murray. I am a licensed clinical social worker and a certified psychoanalytic psychotherapist in New York and Massachusetts. I have an office in Hudson, New York and New York City. Psychotherapy can help in subtle but profound ways. My work with patients struggling with relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, persistent mental illness, trauma, addiction, social stigma has taught me about resiliency and healing. Working as a psychotherapist involves academic training, continuing education and a fundamental belief in our capacity to grow, change and recover.

I believe successful counseling experiences begin through relationship. Prior to transitioning to the field of counseling I worked extensively within the criminal justice system. I thought that I might have an opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of individuals who have faced various challenges in life. I use individually tailored counseling tools such as brief psychodynamic exploration, mindfulness training, emotional freedom techniques (EFT), narrative, breathwork, goal setting, and solution focus to offer clients an opportunity to look deep within themselves for answers to life’s questions.

With evening and weekend hours available, I aim to make help accessible to my clients. And with over 35 year of work in the field, I bring that deep experience and wisdom to the work. I feel very effective working with clients on many issues: COUPLES: Infidelity, loss of emotional/intimate closeness, communication problems, anger issues, and parenting. FAMILIES: blended family issues, adoption/fostercare, caregiving decisions, substance abuse concerns. INDIVIDUAL: Anxiety, substance abuse, recovery and relapse prevention, self-esteem, anger management, trauma and its aftermath, depression, relationship issues, adoption issues.

Limited space available for new couples clients. Do you want to improve your communications within a relationship or work on other couples issues? Are you experiencing anxiety or depression; or perhaps you're going through a life, relationship or career transition? Is there a part of you that wants to make things happen for yourself, to create change, to make things better? I am ready to provide a safe and empathetic space for you to explore the many possibilities that are out there for you, and "try on" new ways of experiencing yourself in the world.

I am an LMHC with experience in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, dually diagnosed, and a variety of other mental health needs. I have a Master’s in Counseling/Community Psychology with a certification in Forensic Mental Health. My work experience includes crisis services, psychiatric Emergency Room, and incarcerated adults. I am a Certified Anger Management Specialist through the NAMA, and provide Impaired Driving Assessments through the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS).

You are looking for a therapist because you want something in your life to change. It might be anxiety, or sadness; lethargy or loneliness; dysfunctional patterns of work or relationship; low self-esteem, conflict over sexual identity or decisions about parenting. I work in an interactive style to deepen self-understanding; resolve conflicts, heal traumas and turn around dysfunctional patterns. I am eclectic in approach, trained psychoanalytically and in gestalt. I also have an avid interest in theater and the arts and believe they have much to teach us about our own behavior and the interpretation of our dreams.

Life can be messy. Therapy can be a way to help you navigate the challenges and begin to understand why you may feel stuck or what might be causing your important relationships to suffer. Starting therapy can be both daunting and exciting, and finding the right therapist is key. Together, we will create a space of trust and connection. We will explore what feels most pressing for you right now, as well as look back at old patterns and early dynamics that may be holding you back from greater happiness and ease. My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and non-judgmental.

Feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Not satisfied with your relationship? Tired of having the same arguments? Want to finally move forward and make some changes? For couples and families, I will help you resolve conflicts and communicate more effectively. We can work on issues such as setting clearer boundaries, restoring trust and dealing with separation/divorce. For teens: Clashing with family members? Friend stress? School challenges? As a family therapist, I bring years of experience working with young people. I help find ways to feel less anxious, upset, frustrated.