Therapists in 10803
Pamela Stramiello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with postgraduate training who has been in private practice in NYC and Westchester for 22 years. I work with adults, individuals and couples, and I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression and relationship issues. My orientation is psychodynamic but I utilize an eclectic approach and various treatment modalities, depending on the personality of the individual and the issues presented. Whether you are interested in short term focused therapy or a more comprehensive exploratory therapy, I will use my expertise to help you reach your therapeutic goals at a pace that is comfortable for you.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with postgraduate training who has been in private practice in NYC and Westchester for 22 years. I work with adults, individuals and couples, and I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression and relationship issues. My orientation is psychodynamic but I utilize an eclectic approach and various treatment modalities, depending on the personality of the individual and the issues presented. Whether you are interested in short term focused therapy or a more comprehensive exploratory therapy, I will use my expertise to help you reach your therapeutic goals at a pace that is comfortable for you.
Dr. Ferdinand A Madaki
PhD, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803 (Online Only)
I am passionate in helping clients explore the disparity between where they are now and where they want to be with their desired goals in life. I provide empathic listening, compassionate presence, and nonjudgmental support to my clients. I subscribe to the core values of trust, respect, empathy, warmth, and genuineness, which have been shown to elicit insight, healing, change, and growth in clients. My culturally sensitive approach makes me aware and appreciative of the layers of difference among the multiculturally diverse populations I work with.
I am passionate in helping clients explore the disparity between where they are now and where they want to be with their desired goals in life. I provide empathic listening, compassionate presence, and nonjudgmental support to my clients. I subscribe to the core values of trust, respect, empathy, warmth, and genuineness, which have been shown to elicit insight, healing, change, and growth in clients. My culturally sensitive approach makes me aware and appreciative of the layers of difference among the multiculturally diverse populations I work with.
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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.