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Ellen Brady (Fka Recker)

Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC

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Sayville, NY 11782
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If you're an adult dealing with a life transition (e.g., college, marriage, parenthood, loss of spouse/partner, relationship challenge), I want to help you. If you are experiencing distressing symptoms of loss of identity related to learning you are donor-conceived (DC), a late-discovery adoptee (LDA) or not parent expected (NPE) / misattributed parentage and you want to work through your identity issues, I can help you. If your emotional struggles are tied to a life event or you don't know why you feel this way; if you feel overwhelmed, tired and confused and just want someone to help, let's talk it through.
I am a supportive therapist, skilled at eliciting and holding your painful feelings. I will help you identify confusing or painful emotions and unmet needs, and I will explain the psychological factors underlying your distress. Together we will build the important life skills you need to feel better.
When you become a client, I will use warmth, empathy and critical analysis to help you move from the pain or unhappiness that brings you to therapy to self-realization and resolution of your problems. We will explore your deepest thoughts and emotions together and determine the best way to reconcile them so you feel more peaceful and self-aware.
Call or Ellen Brady (Fka Recker) now for a free 15 minute consultation - (631) 483-7926

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Sayville, NY 11782

(631) 483-7926
I specialize in Life Transitions, Relationship Issues and NPEs, Donor-conceived, late-discovery adoptee 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (631) 483-7926
Photo of Ellen Brady (Fka Recker), Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Sayville, NY 11782

(631) 483-7926
I specialize in Life Transitions, Relationship Issues and NPEs, Donor-conceived, late-discovery adoptee 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Alma
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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If I'm not in-network with your insurance provider, I can help you get reimbursed through your out-of-network coverage, if applicable. Ask me how!
Photo of Ellen Brady (Fka Recker), Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Ellen Brady (Fka Recker)
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (631) 483-7926
"
If I'm not in-network with your insurance provider, I can help you get reimbursed through your out-of-network coverage, if applicable. Ask me how!
Photo of Ellen Brady (Fka Recker), Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Ellen Brady (Fka Recker)
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (631) 483-7926

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 009133 Ellen Recker
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 8 years
  • Attended Columbia University, EdM, Graduated 1995
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I have extensive training and experience in treating clients struggling with fertility issues and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders
Photo of Ellen Brady (Fka Recker), Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Ellen Brady (Fka Recker)
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (631) 483-7926
"
I have extensive training and experience in treating clients struggling with fertility issues and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders
Photo of Ellen Brady (Fka Recker), Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Ellen Brady (Fka Recker)
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (631) 483-7926

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • NPEs, Donor-conceived, late-discovery adoptee

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Codependency
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I have expertise with clients who unexpectedly learn that one of their parents is not a biological relative: NPEs, MPEs. LDAs, DCs. I guide clients through the shock, loss of identity, introduction to new family members (or not), ruptures in existing family relationships, and identity reintegration. I understand the depth of disruption this discovery causes in every part of my clients' lives.
Photo of Ellen Brady (Fka Recker), Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Ellen Brady (Fka Recker)
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (631) 483-7926
"
I have expertise with clients who unexpectedly learn that one of their parents is not a biological relative: NPEs, MPEs. LDAs, DCs. I guide clients through the shock, loss of identity, introduction to new family members (or not), ruptures in existing family relationships, and identity reintegration. I understand the depth of disruption this discovery causes in every part of my clients' lives.
Photo of Ellen Brady (Fka Recker), Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Ellen Brady (Fka Recker)
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (631) 483-7926

2 Endorsements

Jennifer Kay
Jennifer Kay
Mental Health CounselorLMHCPMH-C CCTP
Ellen is an incredibly knowledgable psychotherapist and builds rapport very naturally while helping her clients achieve their goals.
Lauren Hunter, LCSW, PMH-C Birth trauma specialist
Lauren Hunter, LCSW, PMH-C Birth trauma specialist
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWPMH-C
Ellen is a warm, nurturing and talented psychotherapist. Her approach with clients is her shining light. Ellen will listen to you with her whole heart and then provide concrete and meaningful strategies to address your goals.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Ellen Brady (Fka Recker)
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (631) 483-7926
Photo of Ellen Brady (Fka Recker), Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Ellen Brady (Fka Recker)
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (631) 483-7926

Location

Primary Location

Sayville, NY 11782

(631) 483-7926
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Ellen Brady (Fka Recker)
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (631) 483-7926
Photo of Ellen Brady (Fka Recker), Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Ellen Brady (Fka Recker)
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (631) 483-7926