Therapists in Bohemia, NY

What happens when you sit at home at night and the world quiets down around you? Do you feel uncomfortable in your own skin? Do you feel as though you’re not at ease with where you are in life? So many of us struggle with this uneasiness inside of us that we don’t know exactly how to handle. The uneasiness leads us to make decisions that end up being counterproductive in our life. Whether it comes down to anxiety, addiction, codependency, impulsive shopping/eating or any other destructive behavior, we can help you work through these experiences and accomplish all your goals!

I have over 15 years experience treating all mental health conditions from anxiety disorders, trauma and phobias to neuropsychiatric conditions and co-occurring developmental disorders and co-occurring medical issues. Additionally, I work with with complex parent-child and family dynamics, sibling issues, behavioral issues, hyperactivity, impulsivity, selective mutism and other communication barriers. I incorporate expressive arts and movement into therapy. All ages/all conditions, In-office & Telepsych. I have a specialized parent-child-interaction-therapy program through in-home video and I offer periodic group treatment.

"Helping Hearts, Helping Homes" reflects that your inner self and your happiness extends into all areas of your life. Positive approach and ability to mitigate daily adversities, attracts more positive events into our lives. Believing in yourself & staying focused, generates tremendous opportunities, success, peace, happiness and inner balance. Psychological well being promotes strong relationships, happy children, marriages and families. We can ALL attain these goals. It is a matter of a first step...a step towards self transformation. Empower yourself to live a life free of personal turmoils, foster positive space for your goals & get ready to begin your life!

I have over 30 years experience in the mental health field. I have extensive knowledge and experience working with people suffering from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, schizophrenia, OCD, trauma, PTSD, domestic violence, complicated grief and relationship issues. For 17 years I have worked in a day treatment program where I provided individual, group and family counseling targeting clients suffering with range of issues from ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorders, physical/sexual abuse and substance abuse. Only Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Self-Pay with South Carolina residents.

Rachel’s clinical experience furthermore includes treating areas like mood and personality disorders, self-harm and suicidal ideation/behaviors, relational conflicts, career counseling as well as processing traumatic experiences. Working from a person-centered foundation, Rachel helps clients hold on to their sense of hope through life’s challenges and teaches therapeutic techniques to assist in stabilizing one’s mental health. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy are examples of treatment modalities Rachel utilizes for such needs.

I have been a certified social worker for twenty eight years. I provide therapy to adolescents and adults in individual, couple therapy and family sessions. As a therapist I often address clients with Major Depression, family stress, anxiety issues or substance abuse addiction. I address these issues on phone sessions or therapy face to face sessions. It is imperative for a therapist to be aware of various symptoms and needs for people to make goals to address these concerns actively.

Do you feel like you struggle in your day to day life? Do you experience difficulty managing your emotions? Having difficulty managing life stressors such as work, relationships, self-image, and life in general? I understand even though you may have answered yes to any of these questions above, you may still be hesitant about making changes. Change can be scary, but it can also be beautiful and rewarding. Our goal in therapy would be to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in life.

Every client is different, I work hard to establish individualized plans of care. My approach is client-centered, as I am of the belief that all people have the capacity to help themselves. When working with a couple, my approach is to assist in helping to identify patterns of communication and behavior that couples are typically not conscious of and are generally unproductive in a relationship. This begins with my view that regardless of what is going on, both individuals are contributing towards how things currently are. If both individuals are motivated towards improving the relationship, success is guaranteed.

Sometimes life hits us hard. If you are dealing with a big transition, depression, anxiety, inattention, irritability or struggling to find hope, I’m here to say you are not alone and you can feel better. I help families, couples, adolescents, and adults learn how to manage diverse mental health challenges. We can build a collaborative environment to approach your goals and build skills to healthily cope with your troubles. As a person who has struggled with mental health issues in the past, I look forward to giving back and helping others work through their struggles.

As an LMSW, I have a background in providing care to children, adolescents, and adults in various capacities. I believe that healing is not linear and it is “When we start working together that the real healing takes place “. I believe in utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques as a means to combat unwanted emotions and experiences within our everyday lives. I provide a safe and comforting environment that promotes free expression during your sessions.