Therapists in Plainview, NY

I collaborate with families, couples and individuals to change old unhealthy patterns into mutually beneficial ways of relating. I work with large number of presenting issues including managing depression, anxiety and stress, improving communication in primary relationships. I have worked with adults, children, adolescents, couples and families with various issues including: Depression, Sexual Identity, Increasing Intimacy, Self Esteem, Addiction, Bereavement, Anxiety and many other Relationship Issues.

Mental health counseling demands a level of professionalism and a great deal of dedication. Integrity, genuineness, and a passion for the field of mental health are some of the assets I possess which will allow me to help you achieve your therapeutic goals. I am dedicated to understanding your concerns and identifying a safe way to navigate through them. You will be validated and heard and together we will establish an individualized and collaborative plan that works for you. I utilize a person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and eclectic approach that will cater to your individual needs.

All of us have the "tools" within us to help ourselves. As a psychotherapist, I will help you find those inner "tools" and we will use them to guide you through emotional difficulties, relationship issues and many of the other challenges we face in life.

Issues with your child? Personal struggles? Stressed out or overwhelmed? Feeling depressed or anxious? You don't have to deal with difficulties alone. Yelena Shik for professional consultation. Who would benefit from this service? A child or an adult with symptoms of anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma or another emotional/behavioral problem. A family in distress to help resolving their issues; An adolescent or his/her parents who would like to see a therapist regarding their difficulties; emotional, social-relational, adjustments, etc.; A couple who is working on improvements in their relationship or deciding on breaking up.

How can we remain calm and focused in a world of stress and confusion? How can we work towards not being ruled by fear and anxiety? How can we feel that we have a rightful place in the world? For some people these come naturally. For others guidance and understanding are instrumental in helping us achieve our goal of living a happy, productive life, absent regret and anger. Do you find yourself in one of these categories: Do you feel overwhelmed? Are you worried about things you have no control over? How can one stay strong and focused when everything is perceived as confusing, challenging and collapsing?

Key Insights Neuropsychology and Counseling provides assessment and psychotherapy services for children, adolescents and adults. We specialize in comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for disorders such as ADHD, autism, and learning disorders, as well as brain injuries and neurodegenerative conditions. We also provide counseling for individuals and families, including children of all ages, to treat a range of emotional, behavioral, and social concerns. Other specialties include cognitive remediation, executive and social skills training, chronic pain management, clinical hypnotherapy, and lifestyle behavioral health services.

What is the meaning of my life? Is the goal just to live longer or should I seek a higher purpose? On one hand you seem to be accomplished, driven and determined but of the inside you never feel good enough and the automatic thoughts and voices in your head never cease to remind you that you're just not there yet and falling short. You've been struggling while trying to keep it all together however you find yourself exhausted and with doubts. You're always there for others putting others' needs first while you continue to be last on your list. It's time to change, this feeling has to end, and you will find the meaning of your life!

My goal is to help you achieve a sense of control over your life, your choices, and your relationships. Oftentimes people come to therapy when they feel dissatisfied with some or all areas of their lives and they can't seem to figure out why or what to do about it. Through empathic listening, warmth, humor, and genuine engagement, I help people gain insight into their unique ways of thinking and operating and then work to build up strong, self-affirming thoughts and compassionate feelings to combat negative patterns. Therapy is hard work, but so worth the investment!

You deserve to live a happier and healthier life. Together, we can begin to understand your situation, and then create a plan that will address the issues that are causing you stress. Do you feel overwhelmed with issues that are unmanageable to deal with? Are you unsure about how to achieve your goals? Therapy is a powerful tool utilized to help resolve the problems you are experiencing. It strengthens our coping tools and our sense of self. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, compulsions/addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and developing action plans to address goal setting.

About Comprehensive Counseling LCSWs: Whether you're struggling with a particular issue or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, we can help by providing you with the insight and tools you need to move beyond current obstacles. Comprehensive Counseling LCSWs is an affiliate company of LearnWell. We are a community based mental health practice where a diverse group of New York State licensed mental health professionals draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist clients in achieving their treatment goals. Accessibility, service and professionalism are the key elements of our success.

I am a firm believer that everyone can benefit from therapy. My primary goal is to make each of my client’s therapeutic experiences as comfortable and safe as possible. I have worked with clients of all ages, including children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors. Using a client-centered approach, I work with my clients to develop positive coping skills in order to tackle life’s stressors. I have experience working with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including but not limited to substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders.

Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. My approach in facilitating change, wellness, and personal growth includes using a humanistic lense in therapy. I believe that the client knows best what they are ready to do, and comes to therapy with the desire for change, as well as the skills necessary for personal growth - even if they are currently not accessible. In our work, we will identify your unique strengths and values, and collaborate on envisioning a life that’s meaningful and authentic to you while letting go of who you've been told that you’re supposed to be.

Я психолог, получивший психологическое образоание в МГУ и в Хантер Колледже. Я также закончила институт семейной и детской психотерапии. Я проработала более 30 лет как психотерапевт, руководитель и директор психиатрических клиник в Нью-Йорке. Я работаю со взрослыми и детьми ( начиная с пяти лет), у меня огромный опыт лечения депрессии, тревожных расстройств, хронических психических заболеваний, сексуальных расстройств, семейных проблем. Я работаю с людьми из разных стран и культур, общиной ЛГБТ , у меня большой опыт в семейной терапии, работе с парами( couples therapy). Преподавала в Хантер Колледже, Колумбийском университете.

Здравствуйте,я Кристина Шалашенко, практикующий Гештальт терапевт и ведущая психотерапевтических групп,мои специализации :зависимое и созависимое поведение,возрастные кризисы,клинический подход в Гештальт терапии.Работаю в мед.центре Rehab Family Odessa.Успешно практикую с 2015 года.

Психотерапия это помощь человеку снять стресс, расширить возможности выбора, увидеть новые стратегии поведения, а также восстановить возможность клиента справляться с проблемами самостоятельно. Психотерапевт помогает исправить ошибки воспитания, улучшить качество жизни, сделать карьеру, развить характер, разрулить сложные ситуации и т.д. Из любой ситуации можно найти выход и с психологом этот путь пройти намного проще. Вы сможете обрести опоры и стабильность в вашей жизненной ситуации.

Мне нравится помогать людям преодолевать жизненные трудности. Особое внимание я уделяю похуданию. Я понимаю сложность и разочарование процесса, и я помогу вам поставить реалистичные цели и достичь их. Другая моя специализация связана с утратой, горем и трауром. Потеря любимого человека это особенно травматичное событие. Я помогу вам найти внутреннюю силу и стремление к саморазвитию, чтобы продолжать находить радость в жизни, несмотря на боль вашей утраты.

Психотерапия и психоанализ – это процесс познания себя, искусство и наука, направленные на то, чтобы понять и улучшить свою жизнь, отношения с близкими, и помочь найти свое призвание. Будучи психоаналитиком и психотерапевтом, я работаю с людьми, которые страдают от хронического беспокойства, депрессии, негативного мнения о себе и окружающих, и чувства потерянности в этом мире. Я также работаю с художниками, музыкантами, поэтами, писателями, и другими творческими личностями, помогая им выходить из креативных тупиков и преодолевать кризисы связанные с трудностями создания собственной карьеры.

Я готов работать с Вами над созданием ситуации, в которой доверие, открытость и упорный поиск неизбежно помогут Вам осознать новые возможности и пути для преодоления трудностей. Пусть язык не будет преградой в этом процессе.

The team of doctors therapists & counselors & ABS have decades of experience developing and leading healthcare and social service programs throughout New York and surrounding tri state areas. The clinicians at ABS have helped many 10's of thousands of people overcome extreme impulsive behaviors such as impulsive anger, impulsive aggression, impulsive sexual behavior, impulsive eating, impulsive shopping, impulsive gambling, domestic violence. Your therapy is held in strict confidence.