Therapists in Nassau County, NY

You deserve to be happy. Life can be difficult. Don't go it alone. Allow me to help you explore the things that are keeping you "stuck," whether it be relationships, career, health or addiction. Sometimes you just need to process feelings with an objective listener, one that can get to the heart of what's really going on and help you to live life in a more satisfying, productive manner. I have been helping individuals, couples and families move through crises and live happier, healthier lives. I can help you, too!

Maybe you've decided to step out of your comfort zone and have begun to look for a professional therapist. I want to commend you for taking that leap into the unknown, I know it's not easy. You may feel that you want to talk to someone other than a family member or friend. Someone impartial and skilled that could help you sort out your feelings or meet new goals. When you come meet with me we will work together to prioritize what is important to you. There will be no labels given to you in my office. Just genuine warmth and compassion. Call today and take the first step in healing.

Therapy is a personal experience and an opportunity to get to know yourself better. Discover strategies to improve your life in a safe, private, comfortable atmosphere. We are all unique individuals; there is no one way to do therapy. I have many years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults that allow me to utilize clinical experience to find the path that helps an individual, couple or family obtain the help they are looking for.

Compassion is one key used in treating children and adolescents with anxiety, depression, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and other difficulties together with their parents. In addition to guiding children to strategies to manage adversity, I teach parents how to reinforce these tactics at home between sessions. With this method, children improve quicker than they would with just one hour per week of treatment.

You have a made a courageous and meaningful step in your life by searching for a therapist. Together we can make your life a beautiful place to live in. It can be a difficult journey but you don't have to do it alone. I work with individuals of all ages and with a wide variety of concerns ranging from Anxiety, Depression to self injurious behaviors and family conflict. I do have an area of expertise: I see adults, young adults and children who are experiences grief and loss.

I am a marriage, family,& child licensed psychotherapist with 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, adolescents & families. In a safe and professional environment, I specialize in troubled relationships, depression, anxiety, addictions & ongoing dissatisfaction with life by combining clinical psychology with spiritual-emotional and nutritional components. Understanding behavioral patterns in a cognitive, practical, emotional & spiritual way leads to the desire to break dysfunctional behavior creating a new healthy pattern & thought process. Through the journey of change you will discover your authentic identity healing the wounds from the past and celebrating your true unique self.

As a psychotherapist I work from a compassionate and empathetic perspective. My work takes in to account the whole person by exploring my client’s life experiences in order to build increased awareness to promote growth and a deeper sense of healing. I help clients to identify undiscovered potential, create positive change, and work through a multitude of issues. Clients come to me to work through anxiety, depression, trauma, educational issues, low self-esteem, times of transition and relationship issues. I work with all types of clients. I frequently work with those struggling with anxiety and various ways in which it manifests.

Dr. Padrone is a NYS Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Psychotherapy for adults, seniors, young adults and couples utilizing psychodynamic, attachment-based, Internal Family Systems and Mindfulness-based approaches. Treatment of anxiety disorders (including panic, OCD, and generalized anxiety), mood disorders (including major depression and bipolar disorders), eating disorders and psychological correlates of chronic pain. Addiction recovery strategies as well as harm reduction approach to substance misuse. Trauma-informed psychotherapy with neuropsychology patient education.

I am a clinical social work therapist with the experience in outpatient mental health counseling. I work with adults from different walks of life, and diverse backgrounds. These patients might struggle with various diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and post-traumatic stress disorder, with grief and chronic pain, and with a history of trauma and oppression. They might face situational stress due to job, family and relationship issues or life-stage transitions.

I am committed with consistent care to help you center yourself to discover who you really are underneath the many layers/masks that keep you from feeling 'whole and complete.' Cofrin Care Counseling connects congruently and sees the unique individual that you are! I am compassionate; my creed is that true 'connection' and communication' cure. I make authentic contact through Higher Consciousness to help you to create change through choices. Herein lies your freedom! Cofrin Counseling caters to all ages and diagnosis. I specialize in Adolescents, Family therapy and Couples Counseling utilizing a Gestalt approach to Psychotherapy.

Your well-being is my ultimate concern. I provide patients with a wide range of psychological and counseling services to suit their needs. Whether you’re an individual, a couple or a family looking for help - my therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist you in the healing process. Using a relaxed and collaborative style, I provide patients with a comfortable and safe environment to discuss issues and symptoms that are impeding upon the quality of life. Get in touch with me today so that you can begin to experience change!

I firmly believe that emotional wellness is critical to the quality of life. My work focuses on treating symptoms related to depression, anxiety, life transitions, decision-making, family and social relationships, loss, and chronic pain. Building a warm therapeutic alliance between a client and therapist is the deciding factor for how successful therapy will be. The therapeutic relationship is not only central to the outcome; it is the only significant factor and one that cannot be impacted by formal training. If I, as your therapist, can tolerate your intense unmanageable feelings, you will eventually learn to do the same.

My clients come to me with a history of family issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, marital and relationship conflicts. They want to learn coping skills to help them reduce anxiety and depression, improve interpersonal relationships, strengthen self-esteem, accept life situations, develop perspective, all while having compassion for themselves and others.

I am known for Caring and Professional PERSONAL, MARRIAGE & RELATIONSHIP Counseling. Life is all about relationships. We shape them, and they shape us - they touch us to our very core! But finding a well-qualified relationship therapist when your relationship is suffering can be very difficult! Many therapists lack the specialized training, experience, or license to work with couples and families. As a result, couples often experience marriage therapy as lukewarm in supporting the goal of life-long commitment. I am licensed as a Marriage & Family Therapist, as well as Clinical Social Worker at the highest level of experience.

I've been in Private Practice in Massapequa for the past 27 years, and am the owner of Counseling Services of Long Island. I am also an Adjunct Professor at a local University. At CSLI, we accept many insurance plans, and provide individual, family, group and specialized counseling for couples. In addition to general practice issues, our specialties include CBT for anxiety, Mindfulness Training/Complementary Therapies, End-of-life/Bereavement program, difficult teens/families, workplace/EAP, and corporate consultation. We also house a very special copyrighted ADHD Program - 'From Distraction to Action' for teens and their parents.

Are you fortunate in so many ways yet you feel sad and empty? Are worry, procrastination and anxiety robbing you of moments of happiness and enjoyment in your life and relationships? We will discover your strengths and use them to help you learn to think, respond emotionally and behave differently, tackling important issues including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, life stressors and trauma. I have a specialty working with emerging adults to address unique challenges they face finding independence, including family dynamics, transition to college and graduate school, and work-life balance.

In addition to being a L.C.S.W., and holding a Ph.D in Social Work, I am a Registered Nurse. As a result of my diverse education, I am competent and experienced to treat clients with medical concerns in addition to treating other issues including lifestyle changes associated with illness, death and dying, coping skills and quality of life for self and/or family members. I also have a breadth of knowledge in the area of divorce including but not limited to coping skills for children, individuals, couples and family members.

I provide individual, couples, and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults who present with a wide range of challenges and therapy goals. Whether you're looking to enhance coping skills, live a healthier lifestyle, improve relationships, address psychological symptoms, adjust to life transitions, or receive guidance and support; my mission is to provide the help you need to build the life you want.

South Shore Counseling and Psychological Services is a private practice with locations in Wantagh, Woodbury, and Amityville, on Long Island. Our talented psychotherapists have a variety of clinical specialties; we work with a wide range of patients of all ages through many presenting issues: anxious disorders, depressive disorders, mood disorders, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, relationship issues, family-of-origin issues, school/college issues, adjustment-related disorders, and Workers' Comp/No Fault cases, among others. We consider it our privilege to be part of our patients' development and healing.