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Grunblatt Psychology & Counseling Offices
Psychologist, PhD, CGP, FAGPA, RPT-S, Diplom
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401
During the Corona virus pandemic I provide tele-mental health services for individual, group, children and family services. I run many groups especially for those helping others at this difficult time. Do you feel controlled by your anxiety? Does your anxiety get triggered easily and quickly especially especially at this time? I can help you understand what triggers your your anxiety and makes it feel so insurmountable. Together we'll work on reducing the impact of your triggers and ultimately your anxiety, call or email me now so we can get started right away.
During the Corona virus pandemic I provide tele-mental health services for individual, group, children and family services. I run many groups especially for those helping others at this difficult time. Do you feel controlled by your anxiety? Does your anxiety get triggered easily and quickly especially especially at this time? I can help you understand what triggers your your anxiety and makes it feel so insurmountable. Together we'll work on reducing the impact of your triggers and ultimately your anxiety, call or email me now so we can get started right away.
(845) 331-3001 View (845) 331-3001
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Evie Closi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401
My experience includes those with trauma, anxiety, depression, behavior concerns, marital and family strain, mood/personality disorders and substance abuse.
If you are looking for a space where you are safe to be yourself, then you have come to the right place. My goal is to provide a place where we can speak openly and honestly with no fear of judgement. When we meet, you will have the professional support of someone who is grounded and can relate to a variety of struggles. Even though you may be feeling alone, unsupported or misunderstood, know that I will be here to help you through this difficult period.
My experience includes those with trauma, anxiety, depression, behavior concerns, marital and family strain, mood/personality disorders and substance abuse.
If you are looking for a space where you are safe to be yourself, then you have come to the right place. My goal is to provide a place where we can speak openly and honestly with no fear of judgement. When we meet, you will have the professional support of someone who is grounded and can relate to a variety of struggles. Even though you may be feeling alone, unsupported or misunderstood, know that I will be here to help you through this difficult period.
(845) 443-7753 View (845) 443-7753
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Stephanie Kresser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingston, NY 12401  (Online Only)
With a specialization in family dynamics, anxiety, depression, and relationships, I utilize a range of therapeutic approaches tailored to your unique needs.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges? Do you feel overwhelmed by family dynamics or in need of better self-care strategies? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate these difficulties with compassion, empathy, and expert guidance.
With a specialization in family dynamics, anxiety, depression, and relationships, I utilize a range of therapeutic approaches tailored to your unique needs.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges? Do you feel overwhelmed by family dynamics or in need of better self-care strategies? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate these difficulties with compassion, empathy, and expert guidance.
(845) 409-8434 View (845) 409-8434
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Brian Aiken
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC, LP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kingston, NY 12401
Having recently completed an intensive year of psychodynamic and family systems training at the Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy in Manhattan, I have become versed in the principles of Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Gender and Sexuality Studies, Attachment Theory, Intergenerational Trauma, and frameworks of Neuroscience.
I offer compassionate support to those facing mood disorders, existential issues, sexuality, family issues, spirituality concerns, life path issues, trauma, anxiety, and a range of psychological and personal challenges. I seek to connect with clients in a patient and exploratory manner, providing insight and relief for those who seek it. I offer EMDR. Genuineness, authenticity, and acceptance are central to my practice and I strive to bring this into every moment. I am based out of Kingston and offer in-person sessions and telehealth. I work with teens (18+) and adults of all ages.
Having recently completed an intensive year of psychodynamic and family systems training at the Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy in Manhattan, I have become versed in the principles of Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Gender and Sexuality Studies, Attachment Theory, Intergenerational Trauma, and frameworks of Neuroscience.
I offer compassionate support to those facing mood disorders, existential issues, sexuality, family issues, spirituality concerns, life path issues, trauma, anxiety, and a range of psychological and personal challenges. I seek to connect with clients in a patient and exploratory manner, providing insight and relief for those who seek it. I offer EMDR. Genuineness, authenticity, and acceptance are central to my practice and I strive to bring this into every moment. I am based out of Kingston and offer in-person sessions and telehealth. I work with teens (18+) and adults of all ages.
(845) 385-1763 View (845) 385-1763
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William J Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401
Throughout my career I have been trained in a good number of different disciplines including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, (DBT), and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, (REBT), and have been privileged to employ them to treat a wide array of presenting concerns in individual, family, and collateral therapy.
Has a teen or young adult in your life become a cause for concern? Be it behavioral, attitudinal, decision making or a lack thereof, for over 20 years I have specialized in assisting teens, young adults, and their families with identifying the causes of their greatest challenges. I then provide support and understanding in a safe environment as we work together in overcoming them. I create with my clients a mutual understanding of the family's overarching dynamics and then guide the foci of treatment toward healing, achieving mutually agreed upon goals, and improving overall functioning.
Throughout my career I have been trained in a good number of different disciplines including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, (DBT), and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, (REBT), and have been privileged to employ them to treat a wide array of presenting concerns in individual, family, and collateral therapy.
Has a teen or young adult in your life become a cause for concern? Be it behavioral, attitudinal, decision making or a lack thereof, for over 20 years I have specialized in assisting teens, young adults, and their families with identifying the causes of their greatest challenges. I then provide support and understanding in a safe environment as we work together in overcoming them. I create with my clients a mutual understanding of the family's overarching dynamics and then guide the foci of treatment toward healing, achieving mutually agreed upon goals, and improving overall functioning.
(914) 275-0712 View (914) 275-0712
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Sarahrose Hogan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kingston, NY 12401
Please feel free to contact me to discuss how I can support your family.
I became a therapist following a dream to help people navigate life. I specialize in work with children and adolescents, and young adults. I've received extensive post graduate training in treatments I believe in and have seen be effective. Research shows that therapy success of treatment is built on fostering a supportive relationship between client and therapist. I am specifically passionate about helping those that have experience trauma, are in the neurodiverse community, and those in the LGBTQIA+ community.
Please feel free to contact me to discuss how I can support your family.
I became a therapist following a dream to help people navigate life. I specialize in work with children and adolescents, and young adults. I've received extensive post graduate training in treatments I believe in and have seen be effective. Research shows that therapy success of treatment is built on fostering a supportive relationship between client and therapist. I am specifically passionate about helping those that have experience trauma, are in the neurodiverse community, and those in the LGBTQIA+ community.
(845) 250-5857 View (845) 250-5857
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Marc Sand
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401
I provide individual, couples and family therapy.
Feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Not satisfied with your relationship? Tired of having the same arguments? Want to finally move forward and make some changes? For couples and families, I will help you resolve conflicts and communicate more effectively. We can work on issues such as setting clearer boundaries, restoring trust and dealing with separation/divorce. For teens: Clashing with family members? Friend stress? School challenges? As a family therapist, I bring years of experience working with young people. I help find ways to feel less anxious, upset, frustrated.
I provide individual, couples and family therapy.
Feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Not satisfied with your relationship? Tired of having the same arguments? Want to finally move forward and make some changes? For couples and families, I will help you resolve conflicts and communicate more effectively. We can work on issues such as setting clearer boundaries, restoring trust and dealing with separation/divorce. For teens: Clashing with family members? Friend stress? School challenges? As a family therapist, I bring years of experience working with young people. I help find ways to feel less anxious, upset, frustrated.
(845) 443-7557 View (845) 443-7557
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Donna Boundy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, -, R
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401
With evening and weekend hours available, I aim to make help accessible to my clients. And with over 35 year of work in the field, I bring that deep experience and wisdom to the work. I feel very effective working with clients on many issues: COUPLES: Infidelity, loss of emotional/intimate closeness, communication problems, anger issues, and parenting. FAMILIES: blended family issues, adoption/fostercare, caregiving decisions, substance abuse concerns. INDIVIDUAL: Anxiety, substance abuse, recovery and relapse prevention, self-esteem, anger management, trauma and its aftermath, depression, relationship issues, adoption issues.
With evening and weekend hours available, I aim to make help accessible to my clients. And with over 35 year of work in the field, I bring that deep experience and wisdom to the work. I feel very effective working with clients on many issues: COUPLES: Infidelity, loss of emotional/intimate closeness, communication problems, anger issues, and parenting. FAMILIES: blended family issues, adoption/fostercare, caregiving decisions, substance abuse concerns. INDIVIDUAL: Anxiety, substance abuse, recovery and relapse prevention, self-esteem, anger management, trauma and its aftermath, depression, relationship issues, adoption issues.
(845) 943-0883 View (845) 943-0883
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Courtney Letus
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401  (Online Only)
I work with clients to address many behavioral health challenges, such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders, ADHD, relationship issues, trauma, life adjustments, substance use, coping skills and family conflict.
I am a compassionate and empathetic Clinical Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State who has been practicing since 2019. I obtained my Master’s Degree from State University of New York at New Paltz. My clinical approach involves validating and supporting my clients to create the change that is needed in their lives to be more positive and successful.
I work with clients to address many behavioral health challenges, such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders, ADHD, relationship issues, trauma, life adjustments, substance use, coping skills and family conflict.
I am a compassionate and empathetic Clinical Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State who has been practicing since 2019. I obtained my Master’s Degree from State University of New York at New Paltz. My clinical approach involves validating and supporting my clients to create the change that is needed in their lives to be more positive and successful.
(845) 377-3682 View (845) 377-3682
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Richard A Gordon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401
I have worked with people with a broad range of problems, ranging problems with anxiety, depression and related disturbances of mood, issues with relationship to food or alcohol, or difficulties in marital and family relationships. In order to improve my ability to help people I have taken of trainings in variety of therapeutic approaches ranging from cognitive-behavioral techniques to family and couples therapy. Over the years I have worked with many people who suffer from eating disorders, and have been successful in helping a number of them. My approach remains focused on problems in interpersonal relationships.
I have worked with people with a broad range of problems, ranging problems with anxiety, depression and related disturbances of mood, issues with relationship to food or alcohol, or difficulties in marital and family relationships. In order to improve my ability to help people I have taken of trainings in variety of therapeutic approaches ranging from cognitive-behavioral techniques to family and couples therapy. Over the years I have worked with many people who suffer from eating disorders, and have been successful in helping a number of them. My approach remains focused on problems in interpersonal relationships.
(845) 443-7381 View (845) 443-7381
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Sarah Gugluizza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kingston, NY 12401  (Online Only)
Our reactions to the world are influenced by our experiences. For me it’s meant transitioning from city life in Brooklyn & NYC to quieter moves upstate in the Hudson Valley; it’s meant growing from a young adult into family life & active mother of 3; and changing gears to be able to support and treat youngsters and adults in a way that best serves each of them. I've spent most of my career servicing children, teens and their families in emotional, behavioral, academic & psychiatric capacities. I've supported kids and teens through mental illness, trauma, developmental delays, learning issues,
Our reactions to the world are influenced by our experiences. For me it’s meant transitioning from city life in Brooklyn & NYC to quieter moves upstate in the Hudson Valley; it’s meant growing from a young adult into family life & active mother of 3; and changing gears to be able to support and treat youngsters and adults in a way that best serves each of them. I've spent most of my career servicing children, teens and their families in emotional, behavioral, academic & psychiatric capacities. I've supported kids and teens through mental illness, trauma, developmental delays, learning issues,
(347) 759-0218 View (347) 759-0218
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Christopher Michael Dennehy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR, M-CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingston, NY 12401
I'm specifically trained in Individual, Couples and Family Gestalt Psychotherapy, accentuated by cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing strategies, Family Systems theory, rational emotive theory, client centered and solution focused strategies.
If you are seeking to regain who you once were, uncover who you know you could be, become who you want to be, build on who you already are, or all the above, we can do that together. Life is something that just is; we are what happens in it. I work with you to reclaim what may seem out of your control, to step back into the driver's seat of your own life. We all struggle at times and it is not about how strong or weak we are, but how much support we have.
I'm specifically trained in Individual, Couples and Family Gestalt Psychotherapy, accentuated by cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing strategies, Family Systems theory, rational emotive theory, client centered and solution focused strategies.
If you are seeking to regain who you once were, uncover who you know you could be, become who you want to be, build on who you already are, or all the above, we can do that together. Life is something that just is; we are what happens in it. I work with you to reclaim what may seem out of your control, to step back into the driver's seat of your own life. We all struggle at times and it is not about how strong or weak we are, but how much support we have.
(845) 535-4310 View (845) 535-4310
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Kate Buncher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401  (Online Only)
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
I work from a relational, trauma-informed perspective that values every individual’s innate wisdom and capacity for growth. I strive to create a nonjudgmental environment that allows you to safely unfold and explore. Together we will work towards better understanding the experiences that formed you and releasing that which no longer serves you. I will support you to discover a sense of possibility while honoring your authentic self.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
I work from a relational, trauma-informed perspective that values every individual’s innate wisdom and capacity for growth. I strive to create a nonjudgmental environment that allows you to safely unfold and explore. Together we will work towards better understanding the experiences that formed you and releasing that which no longer serves you. I will support you to discover a sense of possibility while honoring your authentic self.
(845) 547-7263 View (845) 547-7263
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Alanna Eileen Debany
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401  (Online Only)
I offer individual and family counseling.
Starting therapy can be a difficult and scary task which is why I bring compassion and warmth to the therapeutic relationship. Engaging in therapy is a bold and courageous step towards increasing your awareness of yourself so you can live a more empowered life and be who it is you want to be.
I offer individual and family counseling.
Starting therapy can be a difficult and scary task which is why I bring compassion and warmth to the therapeutic relationship. Engaging in therapy is a bold and courageous step towards increasing your awareness of yourself so you can live a more empowered life and be who it is you want to be.
(845) 203-8621 View (845) 203-8621
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Moving Mountains Occupational Therapy, PC
Occupational Therapist, MS, OTR/L
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401
If you are tired of just "talk" therapy or seeking something less conventional and more holistic, and want tangible tools and strategies to help you or your family member, OT can help you.
If you are facing stress, life transitions, or pain and seek support and strategies to help with participation in daily routines, physical and mental well-being, coping skills, relationships with others, and overall growth, we can help you. We love to help those with disabilities or have a family member with a disability. We also would love to help other healthcare workers, first responders, and caretakers/DSP's to support their mental health, routines, prevent burn out in their professional, and physical well-being. We want everyone seeking support find what they love to do or help them get back to doing what they love.
If you are tired of just "talk" therapy or seeking something less conventional and more holistic, and want tangible tools and strategies to help you or your family member, OT can help you.
If you are facing stress, life transitions, or pain and seek support and strategies to help with participation in daily routines, physical and mental well-being, coping skills, relationships with others, and overall growth, we can help you. We love to help those with disabilities or have a family member with a disability. We also would love to help other healthcare workers, first responders, and caretakers/DSP's to support their mental health, routines, prevent burn out in their professional, and physical well-being. We want everyone seeking support find what they love to do or help them get back to doing what they love.
(845) 402-2539 View (845) 402-2539
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Jill K Sosiewicz
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingston, NY 12401
Whether you're in college, managing perinatal, interpersonal, or family stress, or looking to build introspection, I'd love to offer you support.
Discussing the challenges you've been through is a vulnerable place, but also one that can be full of growth and clarity. I work with children, teens, and adults dealing with some of life's big transitions. I utilize an integrative approach to create a safe, trauma informed space to build regulation skills, communication skills, and process trauma. I have a background in working with adult survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, college students, and children in foster care birth to 21. Trauma and transitions are each taxing in their own profound ways, but each can lead to change. I'm here to hold that space with you.
Whether you're in college, managing perinatal, interpersonal, or family stress, or looking to build introspection, I'd love to offer you support.
Discussing the challenges you've been through is a vulnerable place, but also one that can be full of growth and clarity. I work with children, teens, and adults dealing with some of life's big transitions. I utilize an integrative approach to create a safe, trauma informed space to build regulation skills, communication skills, and process trauma. I have a background in working with adult survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, college students, and children in foster care birth to 21. Trauma and transitions are each taxing in their own profound ways, but each can lead to change. I'm here to hold that space with you.
(845) 516-6424 View (845) 516-6424
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Maria Romani De Goes
Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401  (Online Only)
My primary aim is to assist you, your partner, and your family in achieving your goals.
Greetings! I strongly believe that every person has an inner wisdom that can be accessed in difficult times. However, certain experiences in life challenge us to remember or learn tools to access such wisdom. My clients may face difficulties such as anxiety, depression, conflicts within families or couples, and more while navigating through experiences such as identity exploration, migration, acculturation, parenting, divorce, and bereavement. However, with the right support and assistance, individuals can transform these difficulties into strengths, fulfillment, and a sense of connection with themselves and others.
My primary aim is to assist you, your partner, and your family in achieving your goals.
Greetings! I strongly believe that every person has an inner wisdom that can be accessed in difficult times. However, certain experiences in life challenge us to remember or learn tools to access such wisdom. My clients may face difficulties such as anxiety, depression, conflicts within families or couples, and more while navigating through experiences such as identity exploration, migration, acculturation, parenting, divorce, and bereavement. However, with the right support and assistance, individuals can transform these difficulties into strengths, fulfillment, and a sense of connection with themselves and others.
(646) 759-9621 View (646) 759-9621
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Heather L. Barton
MSW
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401  (Online Only)
My goal is to empower you to feel more confident in your parenting and to strengthen the connections within your family, fostering a space of love and understanding.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the day-to-day challenges of parenting a neurodivergent child? If your home has become a battleground over simple routines like getting ready for school, mealtimes, or bedtime, and you’re carrying the weight of guilt, frustration, and exhaustion, you’re not alone. I understand that the constant push and pull can leave you feeling drained and unsure of your next steps. In our work together, I’ll help you develop clear communication strategies to ease the tension and build a more peaceful home environment. It is possible. Family after family I work with experience these results!
My goal is to empower you to feel more confident in your parenting and to strengthen the connections within your family, fostering a space of love and understanding.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the day-to-day challenges of parenting a neurodivergent child? If your home has become a battleground over simple routines like getting ready for school, mealtimes, or bedtime, and you’re carrying the weight of guilt, frustration, and exhaustion, you’re not alone. I understand that the constant push and pull can leave you feeling drained and unsure of your next steps. In our work together, I’ll help you develop clear communication strategies to ease the tension and build a more peaceful home environment. It is possible. Family after family I work with experience these results!
(845) 209-2453 View (845) 209-2453
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Deirdre Malinske
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingston, NY 12401  (Online Only)
I'm skilled in work that includes experienced trauma from oppression, family, intimate partners, sexual assault, and emotional abuse.
My goal is to help you create deeper wells of safety, strength, and joy through non-judgmental understanding of yourself and your environments, and exploring new patterns, experiences, and meanings. This can support you in changing, coping, and thriving where you want to. I approach my work with humility, respect, and a genuine desire to connect. I see therapy as a way to help ourselves navigate the complex web of personal, social, and relational dynamics that shape our lives. These dynamics can be helpful and harmful, and are often interlocking and rooted in ways we have learned to keep ourselves safe and find our joy.
I'm skilled in work that includes experienced trauma from oppression, family, intimate partners, sexual assault, and emotional abuse.
My goal is to help you create deeper wells of safety, strength, and joy through non-judgmental understanding of yourself and your environments, and exploring new patterns, experiences, and meanings. This can support you in changing, coping, and thriving where you want to. I approach my work with humility, respect, and a genuine desire to connect. I see therapy as a way to help ourselves navigate the complex web of personal, social, and relational dynamics that shape our lives. These dynamics can be helpful and harmful, and are often interlocking and rooted in ways we have learned to keep ourselves safe and find our joy.
(845) 447-0359 View (845) 447-0359
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Rebecca Land
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Kingston, NY 12401  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My goal is to foster a sense of safety for clients to speak openly about who they are and how they feel. I am interested in the way our lives and relationships are touched by our past experiences, our fears, and our desires. I provide individual psychotherapy, couple’s, and solution focused treatment. My style is direct, warm, and (dare I say) funny. I draw from clinical training in psychodynamic psychotherapy and family systems theory.
My goal is to foster a sense of safety for clients to speak openly about who they are and how they feel. I am interested in the way our lives and relationships are touched by our past experiences, our fears, and our desires. I provide individual psychotherapy, couple’s, and solution focused treatment. My style is direct, warm, and (dare I say) funny. I draw from clinical training in psychodynamic psychotherapy and family systems theory.
(917) 727-5601 View (917) 727-5601
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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.