Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Mastic, NY
Dr. John G Woolley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mastic, NY 11950 (Online Only)
Living with mental or emotional health issues can be overwhelming for anyone. For more than 20 years I have helped individuals from various backgrounds and cultures who have experienced life challenges. As a dedicated and motivated Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York State with experience helping older adults, the mentally ill, people with substance use disorders, the disabled, immigrants, the chronically ill, and hospice, I have utilized clinical and cross-cultural therapeutic modalities to empower and motivate positive change in people to live their best possible lives.
Living with mental or emotional health issues can be overwhelming for anyone. For more than 20 years I have helped individuals from various backgrounds and cultures who have experienced life challenges. As a dedicated and motivated Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York State with experience helping older adults, the mentally ill, people with substance use disorders, the disabled, immigrants, the chronically ill, and hospice, I have utilized clinical and cross-cultural therapeutic modalities to empower and motivate positive change in people to live their best possible lives.
Dr. Michelle D. Raysor
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CRC, CASAC
Verified Verified
Mastic, NY 11950
One of the hardest things for many individuals is to make the decision to seek therapy. As a Licensed Mental Heath Counselor/Therapist it is a privilege to be afforded the opportunity to be a part of someone's process as he or she starts to break free from some of the limitations imposed on them by their own past, or the pain of their early relationships and experiences, to find their way, uncover their goals, and start to reveal who they really are. it is honestly one of the most rewarding reasons I am committed to the process of change produced through therapy.
One of the hardest things for many individuals is to make the decision to seek therapy. As a Licensed Mental Heath Counselor/Therapist it is a privilege to be afforded the opportunity to be a part of someone's process as he or she starts to break free from some of the limitations imposed on them by their own past, or the pain of their early relationships and experiences, to find their way, uncover their goals, and start to reveal who they really are. it is honestly one of the most rewarding reasons I am committed to the process of change produced through therapy.
Aiyana Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mastic, NY 11950 (Online Only)
Do any of the following resonate with you? You feel lost in life. You feel unable to do your day-to-day tasks. You've lost the happy moments you used to have in your life. You're struggling to motivate yourself to do anything. You wish you could just switch it all off and unplug from what's happening. If so, I'm here to help. Being in a state of mental pain and fustration can feel like you are getting ready to lose it. And sometimes you do. It can feel exhausting and emotionally draining. Mental Health Counseling can help you to regain a sense of mental peace and calm, helping you to get your life back to normal.
Do any of the following resonate with you? You feel lost in life. You feel unable to do your day-to-day tasks. You've lost the happy moments you used to have in your life. You're struggling to motivate yourself to do anything. You wish you could just switch it all off and unplug from what's happening. If so, I'm here to help. Being in a state of mental pain and fustration can feel like you are getting ready to lose it. And sometimes you do. It can feel exhausting and emotionally draining. Mental Health Counseling can help you to regain a sense of mental peace and calm, helping you to get your life back to normal.
Daisha Nesbitt
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mastic, NY 11950 (Online Only)
Email to work with our interns 10 sessions/ $10 per session! For you, your child, or family-What would you like to overcome? Let’s collaborate to facilitate transformation by helping you understand emotions, learn coping skills, increase confidence, heal from trauma, relieve anxiety, reduce depressive cycles, find balance in new life dynamics and feel empowered. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, adventurer and corny joke lover I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults and families who are ready to make changes in their lives. I am person centered, direct, strength based, and encourage my clients to be themselves.
Email to work with our interns 10 sessions/ $10 per session! For you, your child, or family-What would you like to overcome? Let’s collaborate to facilitate transformation by helping you understand emotions, learn coping skills, increase confidence, heal from trauma, relieve anxiety, reduce depressive cycles, find balance in new life dynamics and feel empowered. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, adventurer and corny joke lover I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults and families who are ready to make changes in their lives. I am person centered, direct, strength based, and encourage my clients to be themselves.
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Caylla Cunningham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Patchogue, NY 11772 (Online Only)
My name is Caylla, I am a Licensed Master Social Worker practicing in New York. I am passionate about helping others reach their potential and lead fulfilling lives. Life can be stressful for all of us, but together we can develop individualized coping skills and tools that will help you navigate life’s difficulties. I have experience working with adolescents and adults with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities.
My name is Caylla, I am a Licensed Master Social Worker practicing in New York. I am passionate about helping others reach their potential and lead fulfilling lives. Life can be stressful for all of us, but together we can develop individualized coping skills and tools that will help you navigate life’s difficulties. I have experience working with adolescents and adults with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities.
Risa Levenson
Psychologist, PhD, CH
Verified Verified
Wading River, NY 11792
Finding "our calm space" within in a very chaotic world is so important. Life will always throw challenges in our way, how we meet those challenges is very important to who we are as individuals. Find your "calm space". Learn to be your own best friend. Find healthy reciprocal relationships that will be with you for life. Understand that though you are hurting now, you are strong and resilient. There is always some discomfort in positive change. Turn off the social media often. Learn how to be mindful...learn how hypnotherapy (hypnosis + therapy) can change how you feel both physically and emotionally. Look forward!
Finding "our calm space" within in a very chaotic world is so important. Life will always throw challenges in our way, how we meet those challenges is very important to who we are as individuals. Find your "calm space". Learn to be your own best friend. Find healthy reciprocal relationships that will be with you for life. Understand that though you are hurting now, you are strong and resilient. There is always some discomfort in positive change. Turn off the social media often. Learn how to be mindful...learn how hypnotherapy (hypnosis + therapy) can change how you feel both physically and emotionally. Look forward!
Katie Newman
Master Social Work, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772
Katie specializes in providing assistance to clients with a wide range of mental health diagnosis, such as Eating Disorders, Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, Intimate Partner Violence/Domestic Violence, and Social-Relational problems. She enjoys using multiple interventions that best suit her client’s specific needs, such as CBT/DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Systemic Therapy, and Couples/Marriage Therapy. Katie always makes sure to ensure her clients feel secure throughout their therapeutic experience with her, and makes it her mission to help them continue to grow and thrive in their everyday lives.
Katie specializes in providing assistance to clients with a wide range of mental health diagnosis, such as Eating Disorders, Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, Intimate Partner Violence/Domestic Violence, and Social-Relational problems. She enjoys using multiple interventions that best suit her client’s specific needs, such as CBT/DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Systemic Therapy, and Couples/Marriage Therapy. Katie always makes sure to ensure her clients feel secure throughout their therapeutic experience with her, and makes it her mission to help them continue to grow and thrive in their everyday lives.
Dr. Eric Michael Urevich
Licensed Master Social Worker, DSW, LMSW, MS, CASAC
Verified Verified
Ronkonkoma, NY 11749
Children, Adolescents and Adults today are facing challenges that are often extremely complicated, confusing and overwhelming. From the harmful aspects of social media impacting children to the economic and physical stress on parents working to keep their family healthy and thriving, things just seem more difficult. Families Together Resource Center is here to provide the support and resources needed to help make life for you, your child and/or your family more manageable, peaceful and fulfilling.
Children, Adolescents and Adults today are facing challenges that are often extremely complicated, confusing and overwhelming. From the harmful aspects of social media impacting children to the economic and physical stress on parents working to keep their family healthy and thriving, things just seem more difficult. Families Together Resource Center is here to provide the support and resources needed to help make life for you, your child and/or your family more manageable, peaceful and fulfilling.
Kristen L Hoey
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Coram, NY 11727 (Online Only)
Sometimes life can get difficult or overwhelming, and it is during those times that reaching out to someone who is understanding and supportive can help get us back on track. I've had the privilege of being that someone to many people throughout the past 20 years. I have extensive experience and education in the field of therapeutic counseling, helping others to overcome the mental and emotional difficulties that hold them back from reaching their goals. I love working together with my clients, building a relationship in which they feel safe to talk about their deepest cares and concerns.
Sometimes life can get difficult or overwhelming, and it is during those times that reaching out to someone who is understanding and supportive can help get us back on track. I've had the privilege of being that someone to many people throughout the past 20 years. I have extensive experience and education in the field of therapeutic counseling, helping others to overcome the mental and emotional difficulties that hold them back from reaching their goals. I love working together with my clients, building a relationship in which they feel safe to talk about their deepest cares and concerns.
Nadine Wilches
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772
I have over 15 years experience treating all mental health conditions from anxiety disorders, trauma and phobias to neuropsychiatric conditions and co-occurring developmental disorders and co-occurring medical issues. Additionally, I work with with complex parent-child and family dynamics, sibling issues, behavioral issues, hyperactivity, impulsivity, selective mutism and other communication barriers. I incorporate expressive arts and movement into therapy. All ages/all conditions, In-office & Telepsych. I have a specialized parent-child-interaction-therapy program through in-home video and I offer periodic group treatment.
I have over 15 years experience treating all mental health conditions from anxiety disorders, trauma and phobias to neuropsychiatric conditions and co-occurring developmental disorders and co-occurring medical issues. Additionally, I work with with complex parent-child and family dynamics, sibling issues, behavioral issues, hyperactivity, impulsivity, selective mutism and other communication barriers. I incorporate expressive arts and movement into therapy. All ages/all conditions, In-office & Telepsych. I have a specialized parent-child-interaction-therapy program through in-home video and I offer periodic group treatment.
Charity Enwere
DNP, A-GNP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookhaven, NY 11719 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Charity Enwere, and my passion is helping you stay healthy and happy. With my deep understanding of chronic illnesses and sleep issues, I'm here to guide you to feeling your absolute best. As a seasoned Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at NYC Health and Hospital Corporation and Hope Care, PC, I've got the skills to give you a complete health check-up and create a health plan just for you. Over the past decade, I've been on a learning journey in nursing, which led me to earn my Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) from Walden University.
Hi, I'm Charity Enwere, and my passion is helping you stay healthy and happy. With my deep understanding of chronic illnesses and sleep issues, I'm here to guide you to feeling your absolute best. As a seasoned Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at NYC Health and Hospital Corporation and Hope Care, PC, I've got the skills to give you a complete health check-up and create a health plan just for you. Over the past decade, I've been on a learning journey in nursing, which led me to earn my Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) from Walden University.
Feel Alive Therapy LCSW P.C.
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I'm Brianna, a Licensed Master Social Worker. I am an Adelphi University graduate receiving my BSW in 2018 and my MSW in 2019. I have experience working in schools, non-profits, and medical settings. I spent two years working as an in-home therapist servicing youth with severe emotional and behavioral disturbances and now currently work full-time in the field of substance use. I’ve worked with many different populations including ages ranging from adolescents to geriatrics, LGBTQ+, family caregivers, substance abuse, and victims of domestic violence & sexual assault, just to name a few.
Hello! I'm Brianna, a Licensed Master Social Worker. I am an Adelphi University graduate receiving my BSW in 2018 and my MSW in 2019. I have experience working in schools, non-profits, and medical settings. I spent two years working as an in-home therapist servicing youth with severe emotional and behavioral disturbances and now currently work full-time in the field of substance use. I’ve worked with many different populations including ages ranging from adolescents to geriatrics, LGBTQ+, family caregivers, substance abuse, and victims of domestic violence & sexual assault, just to name a few.
Kevin J. Roche, LMHC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medford, NY 11763 (Online Only)
Clients describe my style as relaxed and conversational. I have extensive experience with CBT, DBT, and Self Compassion therapy models and my focus is sharing strategies from these models in clear and uncomplicated ways. I focus on building a relationship with my clients so they feel safe to talk about what's going on without throwing a bunch of clinical jargon at them. This can be tough work, my goal is to provide a meaningful experience and help you figure things out.
Clients describe my style as relaxed and conversational. I have extensive experience with CBT, DBT, and Self Compassion therapy models and my focus is sharing strategies from these models in clear and uncomplicated ways. I focus on building a relationship with my clients so they feel safe to talk about what's going on without throwing a bunch of clinical jargon at them. This can be tough work, my goal is to provide a meaningful experience and help you figure things out.
Jessica Leeb
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Patchogue, NY 11772
Therapy can be challenging and difficult, while at the same time rewarding and gratifying. My goal is to help you live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Therapy can be challenging and difficult, while at the same time rewarding and gratifying. My goal is to help you live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Jeanne M Power
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Patchogue, NY 11772
I specialize in areas of addiction, codependency, relationships, depression and anxiety. Together we will work towards accepting your value and worth, allowing you to achieve emotional stability and independence. We will address behaviors and/or coping mechanisms including addictions, that no longer serve you. We’ll work to uncover your true essence and power and will help you move forward into a happier, healthier version of yourself.
I specialize in areas of addiction, codependency, relationships, depression and anxiety. Together we will work towards accepting your value and worth, allowing you to achieve emotional stability and independence. We will address behaviors and/or coping mechanisms including addictions, that no longer serve you. We’ll work to uncover your true essence and power and will help you move forward into a happier, healthier version of yourself.
Andrew Persaud
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772
I implement an approach focusing on the therapeutic alliance and working with clients at their comfort level. I ensure to provide a warm and non-judgmental environment during sessions and emphasize making clients feel secure and understood. I have experience helping clients who seek therapy for issues regarding their identity, including sexual orientation, gender identity, and ethnic and racial identity.
I implement an approach focusing on the therapeutic alliance and working with clients at their comfort level. I ensure to provide a warm and non-judgmental environment during sessions and emphasize making clients feel secure and understood. I have experience helping clients who seek therapy for issues regarding their identity, including sexual orientation, gender identity, and ethnic and racial identity.
Prof. Demi Kostouros
Counselor, LMHC, RBT, Lcoach, Couples, ADHD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wading River, NY 11792
Struggling in your relationship? Whether you're dealing with the aftermath of infidelity, facing communication, trust and intimacy issues, feeling like your partner doesn't understand you, or dealing with a divorce, we' re here! What sets us apart is our structured approach. We'll start with weekly sessions, then transition to biweekly, and eventually monthly meetings. Plus, after your "graduation", we'll have two check-ins per year to ensure those healthy habits stick. In between sessions, we'll assign tasks to work on your relationship, and you'll have access to us outside of appointments for advice and support.
Struggling in your relationship? Whether you're dealing with the aftermath of infidelity, facing communication, trust and intimacy issues, feeling like your partner doesn't understand you, or dealing with a divorce, we' re here! What sets us apart is our structured approach. We'll start with weekly sessions, then transition to biweekly, and eventually monthly meetings. Plus, after your "graduation", we'll have two check-ins per year to ensure those healthy habits stick. In between sessions, we'll assign tasks to work on your relationship, and you'll have access to us outside of appointments for advice and support.
Kyle William McEvoy
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
East Moriches, NY 11940
Kyle is the Founder and President of Collaborative, a multidisciplinary clinical community focused on establishing effective, evidence-based treatment founded on an adaptive mentalization-based treatment model. He holds advanced training in mentalization-based and adaptive mentalization-based integrative treatment through the Anna Freud Centre for Children and Families. He specializes in complex attachment and identity-related disorders such as borderline, avoidant, antisocial, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personalities, along with gender-diverse individuals.
Kyle is the Founder and President of Collaborative, a multidisciplinary clinical community focused on establishing effective, evidence-based treatment founded on an adaptive mentalization-based treatment model. He holds advanced training in mentalization-based and adaptive mentalization-based integrative treatment through the Anna Freud Centre for Children and Families. He specializes in complex attachment and identity-related disorders such as borderline, avoidant, antisocial, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personalities, along with gender-diverse individuals.
Mary Alyce Rogers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westhampton, NY 11977
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I am a Liscensed Clinical Social Worker in practice for over 20 years. I love what I do, and I am grateful and humbled by every opportunity I have to work with a new client. This is truly my calling.I work with clients with so many different issues, it would be difficult to list them all here. What my clients have in common, and what I admire most, is their courage in taking the first step toward change, and ultimately a better, more fulfilling life.
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I am a Liscensed Clinical Social Worker in practice for over 20 years. I love what I do, and I am grateful and humbled by every opportunity I have to work with a new client. This is truly my calling.I work with clients with so many different issues, it would be difficult to list them all here. What my clients have in common, and what I admire most, is their courage in taking the first step toward change, and ultimately a better, more fulfilling life.
Kerrie Ryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker offering individual and group therapy. I earned a Master’s degree from Adelphi University and I have a postgraduate certificate in addictions. I have over ten years of experience in the mental health and substance use fields. I have worked in case management for those with co-occurring disorders and have experience in crisis intervention. I work with adolescents and adults with specialties in anxiety, coping skills, infertility, rebuilding self-esteem and women’s issues.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker offering individual and group therapy. I earned a Master’s degree from Adelphi University and I have a postgraduate certificate in addictions. I have over ten years of experience in the mental health and substance use fields. I have worked in case management for those with co-occurring disorders and have experience in crisis intervention. I work with adolescents and adults with specialties in anxiety, coping skills, infertility, rebuilding self-esteem and women’s issues.
Culturally Sensitive Therapists
How does culturally sensitive therapy work?
A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.
How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?
Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?
While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.
Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?
Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.