Family Therapy in 10518
I am a psychotherapist who has been in private practice in for over 20 years. My professional experiences have given me a deep appreciation for our innate capacity to not only survive, but to transform difficult life events in ways that foster understanding, healing, and personal growth. For some, psychotherapy can provide a safe and nurturing environment in which to learn healthy coping strategies to better deal with the stressors of daily living. For others, it can provide a unique opportunity to work on a deeper level to address core issues related to family of origin, trauma, sexuality, and addiction.
I am a psychotherapist who has been in private practice in for over 20 years. My professional experiences have given me a deep appreciation for our innate capacity to not only survive, but to transform difficult life events in ways that foster understanding, healing, and personal growth. For some, psychotherapy can provide a safe and nurturing environment in which to learn healthy coping strategies to better deal with the stressors of daily living. For others, it can provide a unique opportunity to work on a deeper level to address core issues related to family of origin, trauma, sexuality, and addiction.
Ray DiStephan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cross River, NY 10518 (Online Only)
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NYS for the past 30 years. I have extensive experience with adults, adolescents, families and couples. I completed my Masters in Social Work at Hunter College School of Social Work in 1994. My goal is to build a trusting relationship with each client and to meet them where they are and understand what they are hoping to accomplish in our meetings. I believe a good working relationship is critical to a successful therapeutic intervention.You will be heard, validated and challenged at the end of our time. The focus will always be on you and your goals for our meetings.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NYS for the past 30 years. I have extensive experience with adults, adolescents, families and couples. I completed my Masters in Social Work at Hunter College School of Social Work in 1994. My goal is to build a trusting relationship with each client and to meet them where they are and understand what they are hoping to accomplish in our meetings. I believe a good working relationship is critical to a successful therapeutic intervention.You will be heard, validated and challenged at the end of our time. The focus will always be on you and your goals for our meetings.
Rebecca Gould Walkley
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC, CGP, SEP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cross River, NY 10518 (Online Only)
I invite you to a safe and welcoming space where we can work collaboratively in a shared experience with the help of evidence based therapies that are helpful for emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, relationship with self, relief from trauma (past or present), and living your life fully present. ______ I am trauma treatment trained and integrate treatment with Talk therapy, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, and being fully present with you.
I invite you to a safe and welcoming space where we can work collaboratively in a shared experience with the help of evidence based therapies that are helpful for emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, relationship with self, relief from trauma (past or present), and living your life fully present. ______ I am trauma treatment trained and integrate treatment with Talk therapy, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, and being fully present with you.
Tara Winter-DiGirolamo Psychotherapist
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, RDT, LCAT
Verified Verified
Cross River, NY 10518
I work with people of all ages who are dealing with anxiety, feelings of low self-worth and life transitions. My goal is to make you feel supported, validated and empowered. In addition to talk therapy, Drama Therapy and aspects of Yoga can be added to the session in order to find new ways of releasing internal and external conflicts. Each session will be geared toward a client’s individual needs.
I work with people of all ages who are dealing with anxiety, feelings of low self-worth and life transitions. My goal is to make you feel supported, validated and empowered. In addition to talk therapy, Drama Therapy and aspects of Yoga can be added to the session in order to find new ways of releasing internal and external conflicts. Each session will be geared toward a client’s individual needs.
Westchester Creative Arts Therapy, PLLC
Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cross River, NY 10518
Talking about loss, pain, and grief is a struggle. Art Therapy offers a spontaneous and compassionate way to address that struggle in a safe and healing environment.
Talking about loss, pain, and grief is a struggle. Art Therapy offers a spontaneous and compassionate way to address that struggle in a safe and healing environment.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.