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Natalie Gordon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13206
Waitlist for new clients
My early training included psychodynamic and family systems approaches, and I have experience with other approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy.
I see therapy as providing an emotionally safe place for clients to reflect on whatever they are experiencing, to feel understood, and to receive help identifying ways to feel more settled internally and more able to manage life problems assertively. I have worked for over 35 years with clients from all kinds of circumstances and with a wide range of relationship and mental health difficulties. Whether they are seeking brief or long-term therapy, alone or with a partner or family members, I welcome clients of all ages.
My early training included psychodynamic and family systems approaches, and I have experience with other approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy.
I see therapy as providing an emotionally safe place for clients to reflect on whatever they are experiencing, to feel understood, and to receive help identifying ways to feel more settled internally and more able to manage life problems assertively. I have worked for over 35 years with clients from all kinds of circumstances and with a wide range of relationship and mental health difficulties. Whether they are seeking brief or long-term therapy, alone or with a partner or family members, I welcome clients of all ages.
(315) 364-0960 View (315) 364-0960
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Jodi Benjaminson, LCSW-R
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13203
In my 28 years as a psychotherapist, it continues to be a humbling experience to witness my clients transform into the person they never believed they could be. I understand how difficult it is to come into therapy and why it is so important for me to build a safe and trusting relationship with you. I take a down to earth and respectful therapeutic approach to create a welcoming and healing environment. I am committed to helping my clients become the best version of themselves by tailoring my theraputic approach to fit the unique needs of each individual, couple or family.
In my 28 years as a psychotherapist, it continues to be a humbling experience to witness my clients transform into the person they never believed they could be. I understand how difficult it is to come into therapy and why it is so important for me to build a safe and trusting relationship with you. I take a down to earth and respectful therapeutic approach to create a welcoming and healing environment. I am committed to helping my clients become the best version of themselves by tailoring my theraputic approach to fit the unique needs of each individual, couple or family.
(315) 870-1410 View (315) 870-1410
Linda Terrazas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , CASAC
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13219
My work focuses on helping clients heal from complex trauma, overcome family problems, co-dependency, substance abuse, unhealthy relationships and various mental health issues including anxiety, mood disorders and adjustment difficulties.
I’m Linda and professionally I am both a clinical social worker as well as a credentialed alcohol substance abuse counselor (CASAC). I enjoy working with adults as they move through various life stages, managing difficult emotions, struggling with relationships, decision making or substance use/abuse. I also assist clients in completing assessments for Emotional Support Animals. My goal is to assist people in leading their best lives while managing their feelings effectively. Clients will be provided skills to feel more confident and better able to manage their range of issues.
My work focuses on helping clients heal from complex trauma, overcome family problems, co-dependency, substance abuse, unhealthy relationships and various mental health issues including anxiety, mood disorders and adjustment difficulties.
I’m Linda and professionally I am both a clinical social worker as well as a credentialed alcohol substance abuse counselor (CASAC). I enjoy working with adults as they move through various life stages, managing difficult emotions, struggling with relationships, decision making or substance use/abuse. I also assist clients in completing assessments for Emotional Support Animals. My goal is to assist people in leading their best lives while managing their feelings effectively. Clients will be provided skills to feel more confident and better able to manage their range of issues.
(315) 320-6080 View (315) 320-6080
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Harriet Marcia Casey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCC
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13215  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have a grounded and well rounded approach to many problems, including: Depression & Anxiety Addictions & Recovery Family Issues & Parenting Struggles.
I offer a caring and compassionate place to do your healing work. I have over thirty years of experience working with adults, adolescents and children. My goal is to help you find the tools you need to bring harmony and balance to your life.
I have a grounded and well rounded approach to many problems, including: Depression & Anxiety Addictions & Recovery Family Issues & Parenting Struggles.
I offer a caring and compassionate place to do your healing work. I have over thirty years of experience working with adults, adolescents and children. My goal is to help you find the tools you need to bring harmony and balance to your life.
(315) 895-1494 View (315) 895-1494
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Lauren Ippoliti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13210
I am certified in Imago Therapy, am training to become an AASECT certified sex therapist and am informed in my relational work by Internal Family Systems, Terry Real’s Relational Life Model and The Gottman Method.
Intimate relationships are an opportunity for great love, enrichment of our lives and true partnership. The challenges we face in modern-day society and the lack of training we receive often equate to great difficulties within some of our most important relationships. I love relational work because we have an opportunity to create meaningful, loving and supporting relationships, but only if we have the tools to do so. Imago Relationship Therapy provides tools, a perspective shift and a roadmap. This is courageous work, that can significantly impact yourself, your relationships and those around you.
I am certified in Imago Therapy, am training to become an AASECT certified sex therapist and am informed in my relational work by Internal Family Systems, Terry Real’s Relational Life Model and The Gottman Method.
Intimate relationships are an opportunity for great love, enrichment of our lives and true partnership. The challenges we face in modern-day society and the lack of training we receive often equate to great difficulties within some of our most important relationships. I love relational work because we have an opportunity to create meaningful, loving and supporting relationships, but only if we have the tools to do so. Imago Relationship Therapy provides tools, a perspective shift and a roadmap. This is courageous work, that can significantly impact yourself, your relationships and those around you.
(315) 756-3979 View (315) 756-3979
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Jennifer Figueroa
MFT-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13206  (Online Only)
I provide specialized expertise in working with young to middle-aged couples who have been dealing with a range of issues: anxiety, depression, relationships, mood disorders, natural transitions (e.g. marriage, career changes) & trauma that is having a negative impact on their relationships. I have worked with clients of diverse backgrounds. My therapeutic work is eclectic with individualized, interactive therapy. I graduated from Long Island University with a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Bachelor's in Psychology.
I provide specialized expertise in working with young to middle-aged couples who have been dealing with a range of issues: anxiety, depression, relationships, mood disorders, natural transitions (e.g. marriage, career changes) & trauma that is having a negative impact on their relationships. I have worked with clients of diverse backgrounds. My therapeutic work is eclectic with individualized, interactive therapy. I graduated from Long Island University with a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Bachelor's in Psychology.
(680) 201-5520 View (680) 201-5520
Wendy J Carman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13204
I am a psychotherapist with 35 years experience in providing individual/family therapy to adults and adolescents. I value working with a diversity of people and in my work I utilize various treatment modalities tailored to meet each individual's unique needs. I believe therapy should be interactive, collaborative and goal oriented. I have experience working with a wide range of issues including trauma, depression, anxiety/stress, sexual abuse, domestic violence, grief/loss and relationship concerns.
I am a psychotherapist with 35 years experience in providing individual/family therapy to adults and adolescents. I value working with a diversity of people and in my work I utilize various treatment modalities tailored to meet each individual's unique needs. I believe therapy should be interactive, collaborative and goal oriented. I have experience working with a wide range of issues including trauma, depression, anxiety/stress, sexual abuse, domestic violence, grief/loss and relationship concerns.
(315) 233-1212 View (315) 233-1212
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Rebecca King
MD
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13206
I am set up for telepsych meetings. I am an experienced therapist who works with adults. I have a specialty in family and interpersonal relation problems. Persistent negative experiences can cascade anyone into emotional difficulty that feels overwhelming. My style listens to your personal experiences, helps you find ways create new experiences and communicate effectively where needed. Feeling supported, heard and validated are profoundly empowering and if not present in your current relationships is extremely emotionally painful and destructive. Goals:Courage to define your own integrity, recreate yourself and overcome.
I am set up for telepsych meetings. I am an experienced therapist who works with adults. I have a specialty in family and interpersonal relation problems. Persistent negative experiences can cascade anyone into emotional difficulty that feels overwhelming. My style listens to your personal experiences, helps you find ways create new experiences and communicate effectively where needed. Feeling supported, heard and validated are profoundly empowering and if not present in your current relationships is extremely emotionally painful and destructive. Goals:Courage to define your own integrity, recreate yourself and overcome.
(315) 790-6540 View (315) 790-6540
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Donna Dallal-Ferne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13214
As a family therapist, I work with individual, couples, families, and other relationships.
People seek therapy because of the challenges that come to them through times of transition. If you want to focus on healing without having to worry about a third party monitoring your personal struggles and demanding a diagnosis, I am happy to partner with you directly, creating terms that we negotiate together. Healing is likely the most important task that you'll tend to in your adult life. I will guide you in that process without pathologizing or labeling you. Becoming the fullest expression of yourself is a worthwhile and deeply personal task, not to be compromised by political systems.
As a family therapist, I work with individual, couples, families, and other relationships.
People seek therapy because of the challenges that come to them through times of transition. If you want to focus on healing without having to worry about a third party monitoring your personal struggles and demanding a diagnosis, I am happy to partner with you directly, creating terms that we negotiate together. Healing is likely the most important task that you'll tend to in your adult life. I will guide you in that process without pathologizing or labeling you. Becoming the fullest expression of yourself is a worthwhile and deeply personal task, not to be compromised by political systems.
(315) 538-3160 View (315) 538-3160
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Sanctuary Mental Health Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, RPT, CCPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13206
We typically take an indirect and playful approach and tailor it to the child's needs within both their own family system and their world outside of that.
At The Sanctuary, we work with people of all ages. We believe that all people have infinite worth, so before working with us, know that is our view of you and/or your child already. Our clinicians have been classically trained in many of the greats (IFS, CBT, DBT, play therapy, etc.). The director has additional training in death and dying. With that being said, "Out of all of my credentials as a therapist, my most significant is that I'm a card carrying member of the human race" (Lori Gottlieb). Initially, our aims are to get to know you or your child from a strengths perspective and building a positive rapport.
We typically take an indirect and playful approach and tailor it to the child's needs within both their own family system and their world outside of that.
At The Sanctuary, we work with people of all ages. We believe that all people have infinite worth, so before working with us, know that is our view of you and/or your child already. Our clinicians have been classically trained in many of the greats (IFS, CBT, DBT, play therapy, etc.). The director has additional training in death and dying. With that being said, "Out of all of my credentials as a therapist, my most significant is that I'm a card carrying member of the human race" (Lori Gottlieb). Initially, our aims are to get to know you or your child from a strengths perspective and building a positive rapport.
(315) 277-6703 View (315) 277-6703
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Harvest House Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13224
We are here to help you, your marriage, and your family.
Harvest House is a dream that was born out of a passion for promoting healthy relationships in families, marriages, and individuals as they work toward hope and healing. You don’t have to be going through a difficult personal time, suffering from anxiety, or grieving in order to take advantage of all we have to offer. Therapy is designed to help you find insight, support, and new strategies for life's struggles. With the potentiality to gain benefits such as personal responsibility, self-awareness, objectivity, healthy communication skills, and healthy boundaries, there is little reason to wait any longer.
We are here to help you, your marriage, and your family.
Harvest House is a dream that was born out of a passion for promoting healthy relationships in families, marriages, and individuals as they work toward hope and healing. You don’t have to be going through a difficult personal time, suffering from anxiety, or grieving in order to take advantage of all we have to offer. Therapy is designed to help you find insight, support, and new strategies for life's struggles. With the potentiality to gain benefits such as personal responsibility, self-awareness, objectivity, healthy communication skills, and healthy boundaries, there is little reason to wait any longer.
(315) 800-0011 View (315) 800-0011
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Ginger Anson
MA, MEd, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13210  (Online Only)
Imagine that a miracle happens overnight. When you wake up, you are living as your ideal self. What is the first thing you and others will notice about you? What role will you play in creating your miracle cure? How can we work together to make this your reality? Creating a trusting therapeutic relationship is the first step. Whether you want to decrease isolation, increase connections with friends & family, or help to find the right solution, I am here. My specialty is finding the root of the problem, exposing it to the sunlight, and helping it move from the place it has been stuck to stuck to create room for growth and healing.
Imagine that a miracle happens overnight. When you wake up, you are living as your ideal self. What is the first thing you and others will notice about you? What role will you play in creating your miracle cure? How can we work together to make this your reality? Creating a trusting therapeutic relationship is the first step. Whether you want to decrease isolation, increase connections with friends & family, or help to find the right solution, I am here. My specialty is finding the root of the problem, exposing it to the sunlight, and helping it move from the place it has been stuck to stuck to create room for growth and healing.
(315) 897-8135 View (315) 897-8135
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Renee Kelley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13207  (Online Only)
I use a Family Systems approach while working with individuals, children and families, with the understanding that our earliest family/relational experiences impact our current functioning.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with daily life stressors, life transitions or challenging family dynamics? I'm here to help! Together, we will work to align where you are today with where you want to be. I work with individuals, couples and families to overcome life's challenges and live happier, well-rounded lives. My therapeutic style is warm, curious, non-judgmental with sprinkles of humor that match to you.
I use a Family Systems approach while working with individuals, children and families, with the understanding that our earliest family/relational experiences impact our current functioning.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with daily life stressors, life transitions or challenging family dynamics? I'm here to help! Together, we will work to align where you are today with where you want to be. I work with individuals, couples and families to overcome life's challenges and live happier, well-rounded lives. My therapeutic style is warm, curious, non-judgmental with sprinkles of humor that match to you.
(315) 979-8645 View (315) 979-8645
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Shane K Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13206
Change is a phenomenon that we all face. We will repeat painful patterns over and over in effort to avoid change. I believe that everyone has the power to create positive change in their lives and relationships. Often times a therapeutic alliance can facilitate that change in a safe environment. If you believe you are ready to grow as an individual, couple, or family, I would be honored to assist you in your journey.
Change is a phenomenon that we all face. We will repeat painful patterns over and over in effort to avoid change. I believe that everyone has the power to create positive change in their lives and relationships. Often times a therapeutic alliance can facilitate that change in a safe environment. If you believe you are ready to grow as an individual, couple, or family, I would be honored to assist you in your journey.
(315) 359-5200 View (315) 359-5200
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Erica Brier-Kennedy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CASAC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13214
Through all of life’s challenges, sometimes we just need a safe and confidential space to process emotions and relationships as we navigate life’s complexities. If you’re a young adult struggling with self-confidence, a family looking for a therapist to help with an addiction issue, a new mom who might be feeling anxious or depressed, or a teen who has lost someone they love, I’m here to support you through this time. I have over 10 years of experience providing both long term and short-term individual, couple, and family therapy for all ages.
Through all of life’s challenges, sometimes we just need a safe and confidential space to process emotions and relationships as we navigate life’s complexities. If you’re a young adult struggling with self-confidence, a family looking for a therapist to help with an addiction issue, a new mom who might be feeling anxious or depressed, or a teen who has lost someone they love, I’m here to support you through this time. I have over 10 years of experience providing both long term and short-term individual, couple, and family therapy for all ages.
(518) 405-6928 View (518) 405-6928
Craig W Snyder
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13210  (Online Only)
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who works intensively with individuals, couples, families and children. I have over thirty-five years of experience and supervise both other therapists and graduate students in their therapeutic work. Families of all types are welcome, as are children of all ages. Couples who have endured long-standing conflicts often recover and find their way back together again. My goal is to help you discover the source of pain and relationship troubles, resolve trauma, and create a more loving and happy life.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who works intensively with individuals, couples, families and children. I have over thirty-five years of experience and supervise both other therapists and graduate students in their therapeutic work. Families of all types are welcome, as are children of all ages. Couples who have endured long-standing conflicts often recover and find their way back together again. My goal is to help you discover the source of pain and relationship troubles, resolve trauma, and create a more loving and happy life.
(315) 707-4331 View (315) 707-4331
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Susan Hart Presley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13206  (Online Only)
I treat anxiety, depression, narcissism, couples, adults and more with science and care. I focus on comfort, precision and thoroughness to strengthen the dynamics and boundaries of life, event and issue strategies. Learn specific skills and understand how education, career, boundaries and justice combine to express themselves into human behavior and thought. All ages, experiences, education and careers, individual, marriage, family, career, sport, and court. Decades as a therapist, teacher, coach, and in investigation and research. Best performance outcomes in a diversity of settings and factors. CBT if desired. Private.
I treat anxiety, depression, narcissism, couples, adults and more with science and care. I focus on comfort, precision and thoroughness to strengthen the dynamics and boundaries of life, event and issue strategies. Learn specific skills and understand how education, career, boundaries and justice combine to express themselves into human behavior and thought. All ages, experiences, education and careers, individual, marriage, family, career, sport, and court. Decades as a therapist, teacher, coach, and in investigation and research. Best performance outcomes in a diversity of settings and factors. CBT if desired. Private.
(315) 302-1750 View (315) 302-1750
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Sameerah Owens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13201
I offer individual, group and family sessions.
I work with individuals from all walks of life and all ages to assist them in creating the changes they want in their lives and relationships with themselves and others. I believe that each client is unique and deserves treatment that is based on love and kindness and honors that uniqueness.Our faith is the vehicle that can bring us closer to those changes and help us find meaning and fulfillment. Areas of particular focus in my practice include trauma, learning disabilities, parent-child issues, athletic performance problems, and navigating life transitions a longtime athlete and coach; I’m experienced in the challenges of athletes
I offer individual, group and family sessions.
I work with individuals from all walks of life and all ages to assist them in creating the changes they want in their lives and relationships with themselves and others. I believe that each client is unique and deserves treatment that is based on love and kindness and honors that uniqueness.Our faith is the vehicle that can bring us closer to those changes and help us find meaning and fulfillment. Areas of particular focus in my practice include trauma, learning disabilities, parent-child issues, athletic performance problems, and navigating life transitions a longtime athlete and coach; I’m experienced in the challenges of athletes
(315) 776-7341 View (315) 776-7341
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Giles Sieburg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13219  (Online Only)
As a Marriage and Family Therapist and Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, I believe that therapy is a journey that can provide valuable perspective and facilitate healing. In my sessions, I aim to create a supportive and safe environment where my clients can work to reclaim their lives from fear, pain, and hopelessness. By exploring the systems, families, and relationships that shape their experiences, my clients can gain insight into their inner selves and learn how to cope with past traumas and current stressors. Together, we can work towards moving forward rather than remaining stuck.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist and Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, I believe that therapy is a journey that can provide valuable perspective and facilitate healing. In my sessions, I aim to create a supportive and safe environment where my clients can work to reclaim their lives from fear, pain, and hopelessness. By exploring the systems, families, and relationships that shape their experiences, my clients can gain insight into their inner selves and learn how to cope with past traumas and current stressors. Together, we can work towards moving forward rather than remaining stuck.
(315) 888-4609 View (315) 888-4609
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Jackqueline Anne Merulla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13206
Are you ready to explore family dynamics and have healthy relationships? Our childhood traumas can follow us into adult relationships making us feel like we have bad luck in relationships or that we pick the wrong friends or romantic partners. Being able to process those past traumas in a safe environment can allow us to set boundaries and pick up on warning signs of people who may not be good for us or possibly even dangerous. Teenagers who are at least 16 years of age are welcome if they are ready to explore family dynamics and are ready to prepare for healthy relationships.
Are you ready to explore family dynamics and have healthy relationships? Our childhood traumas can follow us into adult relationships making us feel like we have bad luck in relationships or that we pick the wrong friends or romantic partners. Being able to process those past traumas in a safe environment can allow us to set boundaries and pick up on warning signs of people who may not be good for us or possibly even dangerous. Teenagers who are at least 16 years of age are welcome if they are ready to explore family dynamics and are ready to prepare for healthy relationships.
(315) 288-7584 View (315) 288-7584
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.