Therapists in Port Chester, NY

My client-centered approach allows for freedom and encourages you to explore and move through your therapeutic process in your own time. My approach provides unconditional positive regard, appreciation, as well as the absence of judgment, and can allow for the reparation of suffering from a wide range of illnesses. My clinical experience focuses on integrating psychotherapy, visual arts practice and engaging the creative power of art for clinical assessment and treatment. My approach meets you where you are with empathy and compassion, while simultaneously helping to create a secure space for you to explore, repair and build.

I'm a Counseling Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Licensed Addictions Counselor, and a Forensic Psychologist. I have spent my career working in child welfare and with complex trauma survivors. I specialize in treating Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. Clinical treatment approaches are based on Person-Centered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Disorders, Traumatology, and Emotion Effect Regulation. You must be committed to changing your life and doing the work required. If not, psychotherapy will not be effective, I assist you in doing the work which is required for symptom reduction.

I provide client centered motivational interviewing. Due to our current state of affairs, I am also supporting individuals struggling with isolation and medical concerns due to pandemic, as well as emerging from this crisis. I have extensive experience with family/adolescent, LGBTQIA+, HIV, geriatric population, drug treatment, sex/food addiction, formally incarcerated/legally involved, and life-coaching and long-term counseling. Excellent engagement skills and outcomes. In field for 20 years. Providing in/out of home counseling, as well as telehealth services. I am a highly supportive, working with and towards your unique goals.

Therapy can help when life becomes overwhelming, when you feel alone in your struggles, or experiencing major life changes. You may find it difficult to talk about your problems with family members or friends, as they may not understand your feelings. My role as a therapist is to empower those facing various issues in their life; assisting clients to cope with difficult situations in a more adaptive way. Being listened to will help you feel understood and that other people care about you and what you have to say. I provide a supportive, caring, non-judgmental, safe, and culturally appropriate atmosphere.

We are professionally trained therapists with diversified competencies, certifications and expertise, to provide the most suitable counseling help. We remain sensitive to your spiritual framework and belief system, whatever they may be. As a counseling group, we are committed to providing affordable and effective counseling to persons of all social and cultural backgrounds. We are happy to say, we accept most health insurances!

Perhaps you're feeling down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. SHIFT Your Journey Mental Health Counseling, is a licensed mental health private practice based in Connecticut (CT) and New York (NY). Our team of dedicated therapists aim to provide a safe and affirming space for communities of color to heal, grow and thrive. Our approach to care is holistic, evidence-based and culturally responsive. This means we explore your full self (background, culture, generational history, etc.), not just your mental health condition/situation.

My clinical focus is developmental trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, mood and addictive disorders. I employ an integrative approach to therapy, designed to reduce intrusive symptoms and improve functioning, and to support overall wellness. Depending on your needs, goals and preferences, we can combine traditional "talk" therapy with QEEG informed Neurofeedback, and EMDR, to aid recovery from adverse life experiences, and move from surviving to engaging more fully in the world. Having significant personal experience in my own life transformation, I will strive to help you uncover and strengthen your own inner resources to support you in facing your unique life challenges.

Rize-Up Together was started by three women of The Bronx who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Rize-Up Together began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.

I am a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York, providing sessions in Spanish and English. I use an individual and dynamic approach to focus on each person's unique needs and life story. My goal is to help the client in the process of healing, to grow strength and resilience, and to find the root problem so that the client has a better understanding of themselves. My strong background as a licensed psychologist has given me experience in working with multicultural environments and all age groups.

My ideal client feels that things may not be working out in their life and would like to talk about it, work on it, resolve and heal. I'm here to help on that journey. You may be dealing with trauma, bereavement, loss, substance abuse, or sexual and psychological abuse, work or school issues, ADHD, relationship/communication problems. During these difficult times, many have unmet needs and feel lonely, depressed and isolated. Most people want release from their emotional pain and greater joy and love in their lives. "My" client is looking to be heard and seen and taken seriously. You want to matter in the world. I hear that.

Life is a journey...a journey full of transitions - highs and lows, twists and turns, everything in between. No matter the struggle, obstacle, or challenge, we can all use some help at times. Whether it's depression, anxiety, interpersonal or other issues, I can be the professional you've been looking for. By providing a safe space where you can truly be yourself, I can provide help to work through the challenges of life and be the best version of you. I believe each person is filled with potential and has noble intentions in their actions. I am culturally sensitive as I have experience working with a variety of populations.

You find yourself alone, unable to share your joys or sorrows with anyone. Holding onto painful feelings, it's challenging to build or sustain relationships, and you're left wondering why. It seems like everyone you meet eventually disappoints you, leaving you feeling isolated. You tell yourself you don't need anyone, but deep down, you know we all crave connection

I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and Psychotherapist that provides each of my clients with a highly-individualized, curated, holistic experience that is goal-oriented. I utilize different modalities that encompass art therapy, CBT, mindfulness, and meditation. I have experience working with a diverse caseload of clients that include children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Each client is unique and therefore, my treatment methodology for each client I serve, is unique.

I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space for self-exploration, discovery, and healing. By utilizing unconditional positive acceptance, my goal is to help clients add to their social and emotional knowledge so they can navigate through difficulties in ways that foster self-esteem, well-being, and growth.

Covid-19 has brought the world of mental health fragility to a new level never seen before. The isolation and loneliness felt by everyone from children to the elderly has caused a rise in depression, anxiety and fear regarding every day life and the future. These strains are unhealthy emotionally and physically and need attention to avoid lasting impressions. The working relationship in therapy is to define underlying issues, stuck thought patterns and transform negative behavior to evolve into a positive and thriving attitude and consequently, life choices. We will join together to create the life you desire, as I help guide you.

With an interactive, warm, and accepting approach I have been helping clients find healthy perceptions of themselves. No single approach is the right one for everyone, and so I have been trained in a range of modalities including motivational interviewing, CBT, and REBT.

My name is Dr. Gina Ferrandino. I am a PsyD. New York and New Jersey Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 30 years of expertise working with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of treatment settings. I first want to tell you that whatever you are going through, for however long, and however significant your problems or symptoms may be, we will work collaboratively to help you successfully navigate through that forest to get from where you are right now to show where and how you want to be.

Our goal is to provide guidance and support for individuals to reach their goals by helping them manage their thoughts and emotions. The therapeutic relationship is essential for a strong counseling alliance. Our role in a therapeutic relationship is to form a dialogue, where I am a nonjudgmental helper rather than an expert. We work with individuals who face a range of social, emotional and behavioral needs. We use a person centered approach, aimed to assist the individuals with their specific needs. I integrate techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and DBT . We accept interns. Se habla Espanol.