Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Old Bethpage, NY

I believe that every individual has great potential and deserves to live a fulfilling life; I also recognize that difficulties and obstacles are inevitable. My goal for therapy is to create a safe space for my clients to explore how those difficulties and obstacles may affect them — physically, mentally, emotionally, or spiritually — and to use the therapeutic space to practice bringing forward their strengths so that they can see themselves beyond their problems. When you come to me, you’re not just my client. You’re a fellow human with hopes, dreams, vulnerabilities, strengths, weaknesses and ultimately potential.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who understands the difficulty in making the decision to start your therapeutic journey. You're doing great by taking your first step and choosing to see a therapist! As a therapist I believe in creating a safe space where my clients feel like they can learn more about themselves and reach their personal goals. It's also okay if you don't know what those goals look like. Vulnerability is a strength and I like to work from a strength-based approach. I have experience working with families, couples, individuals and children. I am passionate about my work and look forward to learning more about you.

Going through Bariatric Surgery? Frustratrated with the ups and downs of dieting? I get it! Being overweight can have an enormous impact on us not only physically but so often mentally as well. Let's get real- it is never really about the food is it? We manage so much on a daily basis yet this issue remains so hard for us even when we work tirelessly to manage it. We can become so self- critical and simply feel defeated. You are not alone. You may be very surprised to learn how much of the way we think and feel directly impact this process. Truth be told, the answers are not always so obvious.

Life can throw you off track and finding support can be a way of regaining control. Whether you are struggling in a relationship, worried about your future, or stuck in your past...you deserve to be happy in your present!

As a trained psychotherapist, I understand how anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and major transitions can lead us to feel disconnected from ourselves and others. I will work with you with compassion, guiding you to effectively make changes and discover and create new habits that better serve you in creating the life that you want. My goal is to support you during these life changes and assist you with developing the skills to be successful in your journey. I have a passion for working with pregnant women and new parents to help them adjust and manage the stress related to this major life change.

You feel the pressure to be "on" all the time- with the kids, at work, in all of your relationships. You may even be everyone's go to person, always willing to lend a hand. On the inside, it feels like you are drowning from all of the stress. That might look like snapping and being more irritable with your kids or spouse, and then feeling guilty afterwards. Or, having a really hard time setting boundaries because you want to make everyone around you happy. One thing is for sure, you don't want to go on this way and are ready for some relief.

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.

Are you ready to embrace positive changes in your life? Are you looking to help your loved one gain the tools they need to reach their full potential? At SageMind Psychology, our expert therapists offer a warm, nonjudgmental space that is uniquely suited to encourage the personal growth and success of you & your loved ones. We help children, teens, and adults make noticeable differences in their lives. Our team is trauma informed, LBGTQIA+ & neurodiversity affirming, & racial justice allied. Same day appointments are available at sagemindpsychology.com

At The Time is Always Now Therapy Group, Randi Zimmerman, LCSW-R, CEDS-S and her team are ready for you! "What lies before you and what lies behind you are tiny matters compared to what lies within you." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. For those who wish to be the best they can be, to heal and strive and connect, therapy can help you achieve the highest quality of your life. Your unique strengths will be uncovered and cultivated to help you meet the challenges before you. You will be guided and nurtured to achieve and exceed your goals, to take the risks necessary to fulfill your dreams. The time to start is now!

Resilience is essential to overcoming life's obstacles. Stress frequently diverts us from our goals. Using a strength-based, analytic approach I will help you develop self-awareness and the ability to master life's challenges. My aim is to enhance the well being of my clients through a comprehensive assessment and individualized treatment planning.

When you envision the best version of yourself, what does that look like? Its okay, to not be okay. We all require support along the way on our journey. Taking this first step in self-care marks the beginning of an improved lifestyle. You will learn tools to manage emotions more productively. Take back your power.

Do you struggle with finding your balance and maintaining peace? Are you repeating the same negative patterns, feeling stagnant, ashamed, anxious and overwhelmed? I will work with you to build solutions that fit you when you have: the desire to improve any aspect of your life• trouble adjusting to a new situation or life transition• conflicts that keep you from being closer to people you care about• anxiety• depression• lack information or embarrassment about sex• questions about relationships or sexual health..... I hold space for you to discuss and explore personal related topics confidentially without shame and judgement.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, frustrated or stressed? Is it effecting your sleep, work, motivation, personal relationships, or feel like you are stuck in a rut? Is it impacting other areas like your sex life, drinking too much, or turning to other unhealthy outlets? To make it worse, you feel all alone because anyone you talk with passes judgment or says that you are wrong for how you feel. How would it feel to find help from someone who is non-judgmental, will truly understand you, and be there for you every step of the way no matter what?

"You're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." (A.A. Milne). Helping a client become or feel more empowered is a key approach I take in my practice. I focus on helping my clients reflect on personal issues in order to better understand them and make the positive changes they desire to make.

I understand it is not easy to open up and share your thoughts, feelings and the personal details of your life with someone you are meeting for the first time. I will provide you with a comfortable, non-judgmental space and help you through this important first step. You are not alone; I am here to help! I provide a warm, caring, and safe space for you to be who you need to be and feel heard, supported and understood. I start where you are and help you to feel better about yourself and your life. I believe the therapeutic relationship is based on a foundation of trust, safety and respect.

Focus on the step in front of you, not the whole staircase. Do you feel hopeless and trapped in an unhealthy cycle? Do you struggle with being trapped in a self-destructive cycle, due to life experiences that influenced your present day thoughts and perceptions about yourself? Are you someone struggling with an eating disorder or an addiction? When working with me, you don’t have to fix your problems overnight nor feel ashamed of where you are in your recovery. We will focus on the small steps needed to get you closer to where you want to be. Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step.

Let's be honest, things have been stressful lately! And even though you know everyone is going through it, it doesn't bring you much comfort and you may even feel like you are alone with this. You may have already had a lot going on before things changed and now you have that and this compounded together. The weight of it all can get pretty heavy at times and you are trying to be the best you can with everyone around you. You put on your best straight-face and a smile but worry that you're one moment away from losing it. Imagine how great it will feel to let all that go and feel more in control and confident!

Accepting New Clients for Tele-therapy. My style is warm, empathetic, interactive and straight forward. Do you feel certain emotions with life changes and relationships that sometimes feel out of your control? How about feeling alone, pain, or struggling to connect to the best version of you and others? In the good and the bad we need someone to help reconnect for our emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical health. Please reach out for help, I provide VIRTUAL therapy in many areas. Clients state feeling freedom & growth through therapy with me! Check out my website for more details: www.toloveandbeloved.org (copy URL on left)

The decision to begin therapy might be difficult, uncomfortable, or even scary, but that's where I'm here to help. By developing a therapeutic relationship and an environment that is respectful, understanding, and supportive, my goal is to empower clients so they are able to use therapeutic tools in their daily lives. I recognize that we are all different so therefore, I will do what works best for each individual client to best meet their needs. I typically work with adults and adolescents, but I also have 15 years of experience working with children.