EMDR Therapists in Cold Spring, NY

Hello. I am a psychotherapist licensed in New York and New Jersey. I have over 25 years of experience and I am trained in EMDR and DBT. I would love to guide you in working through whatever it is that is weighing you down, distracting you, troubling you and getting in the way of fully enjoying your life.

Transitions are difficult and overwhelming at any age. You feel stuck, and unable to think clearly. Many days you are experiencing anxiety, depression, mood swings, and irritability. Past traumas and the heavy weight of life are being triggered and getting in the way of your best self. Picture what it would look like to have a more positive, and stress-free life where you can move forward. I work with children and adults through issues that are causing anger, mood swings and problems with friends and relationships.

It is always my goal to connect with clients in the most authentic way possible. My approach is holistic and compassionate, while being direct. I want to support my clients and their journey by empowering them to pursue deep truths and challenges of recovery. I specialize in treating clients with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I am passionate about assisting clients through relationship issues, life transitions, and workplace induced stress.

I work with emerging adults (ages 18-29) and professionals seeking to explore depression, anxiety, gender and sexuality, single-event, systemic and interpersonal trauma, self-esteem, creativity, and career and academic planning. We might be a good match if you often find yourself focused on the distressing feelings, body sensations, and thoughts that form in response to trauma and life’s challenges. Maybe you want to incorporate a mind/body approach to mental health, explore your attachment style, or learn new coping tools.

My goal as a therapist is to partner with my clients to help them improve their quality of life. I am a licensed mental health counselor, a certified school counselor, and have been trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). With over twenty years of experience working in school, agency, and private practice settings, I have extensive familiarity with diverse populations of children, adolescents, and adults. Using a client-centered approach to counseling and therapy, I want my clients to feel supported, empowered, and encouraged to take an active role in their treatment.

Many people create lives which appear to be enviable but are not able to enjoy them. Others appear to have assembled all the pieces for success and happiness but repeatedly sabotage themselves. Why? I believe the answer often involves safety issues that are not understood. While the person is objectively safe, psychologically they are not. And when the brain is presented with a choice between happiness and survival, it chooses survival. The result may be blocked capacity for joy or a penchant for chaotic choices that subvert professional success and loving relationship. The prime mover of these patterns is rooted in personal memory.

If you are struggling in any area of your life it is worth exploring in therapy. Many of my clients have dealt with and worked through issues related to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, fear of change, anger management, loss of a job or loved one, addiction, and trauma. I use a strengths-based approach to focus on the unique strengths and challenges of each individual that I am working with. Regardless of your struggles, I will work with you to identify positive, healthy ways of coping to overcome difficulties and increase satisfaction.

I am a very experienced trauma therapist, specializing in treating young adults suffering from PTSD, abuse in narcissistic relationships, codependency, break ups, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ issues, divorce, and work place problems, using cognitive behavioral work, EMDR and IFS. My approach is eclectic and interactive, blending a combination of techniques. Non-judgment and warmth in a holistic frame describes my style. I also am trained in ADHD coaching, NLP, hypnosis, and other modalities designed for you to develop better coping skills. This is not a cookie cutter approach. It is a treatment custom made to meet your needs.

Hello and Welcome. I'm so glad you are here. We live in a world with a multitude of pressures and stressors. Many of us often feel stuck and overwhelmed by those pressures. You are not alone, and there is help. We all have parts of ourselves that we want to work on, whether that is an anxious part, a self-critical part, a part that can say mean things, or is highly reactive. All of your parts are welcome here in therapy. I understand and appreciate the interconnection of mind, body, and spirit and the importance of helping you nurture all aspects of you.

My name is Anna, and I am a therapist specializing in PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and the more general impacts of trauma in the many ways it shows up. I work with those that are struggling to meet their goals or find peace due to past struggles, attachment injuries, dysfunctional relationships, and related moods including anxiety or depression. I've been trained in EMDR, CPT for PTSD and Attachment Theory based couples therapy. I also completed some training in DBT, which helps those struggling with intense emotions and tumultuous personal relationships.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) offering services to children, adolescents and adults. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with trauma, substance abuse disorders, domestic violence, sexual abuse/ assault, variety of mental health disorders and addressing everyday life challenges.

I implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among clients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. It is essential to keep in mind that therapy is not a magic pill or a quick fix: therapy is a healing process that necessitates participation and investment from the client and clinician alike. But in the end, making small changes to self-defeating behavior and coping with feelings of sadness, fear, and pain can bring life-altering results.

I applaud you for your courage in exploring therapy. My specializations are anxiety, depression, addiction, recovery, grief, loss, career counseling, LGBTQ+ issues, stress management, relationships, divorce, self-esteem, and trauma. I employ a Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral approach, emphasizing the reality that what we tell ourselves affects both how we feel and our actions. I also like to integrate the Psychodynamic perspective, exploring how our early experiences affect the now, and a Solution-Focused modality to help clients problem solve. Ultimately, I create a safe, non-judgmental, and trusting environment. Just be.