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Kristine Augustine
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Islip, NY 11751
I am a licensed mental health counselor who works with young adults, children, teens, and adults struggling with personal or relational issues utilizing individualized therapeutic strategies. I specialize in working with young adults, children, and adults struggling with separation or school/college related anxiety, social phobias, life transitions, oppositional behaviors, family/interpersonal conflict, family changes, loss, anxiety, communication challenges, and depression. I have worked in practice for more than 15 years and enjoy working with people motivated to feel better and seek help and look forward to meeting you.
I am a licensed mental health counselor who works with young adults, children, teens, and adults struggling with personal or relational issues utilizing individualized therapeutic strategies. I specialize in working with young adults, children, and adults struggling with separation or school/college related anxiety, social phobias, life transitions, oppositional behaviors, family/interpersonal conflict, family changes, loss, anxiety, communication challenges, and depression. I have worked in practice for more than 15 years and enjoy working with people motivated to feel better and seek help and look forward to meeting you.
(631) 540-1729 View (631) 540-1729
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Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jamaica, NY 11412
Waitlist for new clients
With cultural sensitivity and compassion, we are client-centered and use eclectic interventions: Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Structured Family Recovery Counseling, Family Systems Therapy, (FST), Play Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy to achieve the best results.
These past two years have been difficult and everyone needs a safe place to talk about how they feel. Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling provides that safe place. We are dedicated, licensed professions who want to help you get through these difficult times and adjust to the new normal. Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling provides compassionate, professional counseling services from Therapists dedicated to helping you heal and grow. We are a grass roots practice with courteous staff and affordable pricing.
With cultural sensitivity and compassion, we are client-centered and use eclectic interventions: Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Structured Family Recovery Counseling, Family Systems Therapy, (FST), Play Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy to achieve the best results.
These past two years have been difficult and everyone needs a safe place to talk about how they feel. Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling provides that safe place. We are dedicated, licensed professions who want to help you get through these difficult times and adjust to the new normal. Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling provides compassionate, professional counseling services from Therapists dedicated to helping you heal and grow. We are a grass roots practice with courteous staff and affordable pricing.
(718) 790-4538 View (718) 790-4538
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Tressa Zwetsch Lloyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hamburg, NY 14075
Waitlist for new clients
My research experience at UB Dept of Psychiatry has focused on Depression, Asthma in Children and Family Relationships.
My core belief is that you know what's right for you and how to achieve the balance you're looking for in your life. Sometimes, each of us may need someone to offer insights and tools to help. Just like a personal trainer helps to strengthen the body, my job is to help you strengthen your mind and spirit so that you're better equipped to achieve your goals and overcome obstacles.
My research experience at UB Dept of Psychiatry has focused on Depression, Asthma in Children and Family Relationships.
My core belief is that you know what's right for you and how to achieve the balance you're looking for in your life. Sometimes, each of us may need someone to offer insights and tools to help. Just like a personal trainer helps to strengthen the body, my job is to help you strengthen your mind and spirit so that you're better equipped to achieve your goals and overcome obstacles.
(716) 209-3959 View (716) 209-3959
Anna Lorusso-Moramarco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Staten Island, NY 10310
I firmly believe clinicians can provide good treatment if they approach the therapeutic work with compassion, patience, empathy, skills & commitment to growth. In treatment, there can not be effective emotional connectedness without understanding. I attempt to enter my clients inner worlds not solely from an impassive theoretical arena but to actually walk, see & feel their pains and traumas. Hold my hand, TOGETHER we can successfully walk through this journey. My practice delves into client stressors such as depression, anxiety, family issues & social problems as well as specializing in traumatic issues such as incest, rape, panic disorders, PTSD, grief & loss.
I firmly believe clinicians can provide good treatment if they approach the therapeutic work with compassion, patience, empathy, skills & commitment to growth. In treatment, there can not be effective emotional connectedness without understanding. I attempt to enter my clients inner worlds not solely from an impassive theoretical arena but to actually walk, see & feel their pains and traumas. Hold my hand, TOGETHER we can successfully walk through this journey. My practice delves into client stressors such as depression, anxiety, family issues & social problems as well as specializing in traumatic issues such as incest, rape, panic disorders, PTSD, grief & loss.
(718) 838-9377 View (718) 838-9377
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Melissa Pennica
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10018
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies, as well as Bachelor's Degrees in both Psychology and Sociology. I strive to provide clients with the space to explore life's obstacles in a nonjudgmental environment. Whether it is relational hardships, family concerns, or individual stressors, I believe that everyone can benefit from the space that therapy can provide to work through these issues. I work with clients to explore issues from all angles, while providing a listening ear and the helpful tools to work through the issues they are grappling with.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies, as well as Bachelor's Degrees in both Psychology and Sociology. I strive to provide clients with the space to explore life's obstacles in a nonjudgmental environment. Whether it is relational hardships, family concerns, or individual stressors, I believe that everyone can benefit from the space that therapy can provide to work through these issues. I work with clients to explore issues from all angles, while providing a listening ear and the helpful tools to work through the issues they are grappling with.
(646) 762-6346 View (646) 762-6346
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Diane L Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellmore, NY 11710
Exploring difficult relationships with partners, spouses, family and colleagues is a primary focus.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years of expereince with all age levels. I work in helping to clarify issues, develop self-esteem and improve relationships and personal fulfillment. Specialization in self development, co-dependancy, couples therapy, and parenting of young and adult children. Coping with stress including meditation is also a focus.
Exploring difficult relationships with partners, spouses, family and colleagues is a primary focus.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years of expereince with all age levels. I work in helping to clarify issues, develop self-esteem and improve relationships and personal fulfillment. Specialization in self development, co-dependancy, couples therapy, and parenting of young and adult children. Coping with stress including meditation is also a focus.
(516) 986-3836 View (516) 986-3836
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James Brendan Ryan
Counselor, LMHC, CAS, NCC, DCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Hartford, NY 13413
I have over 30 years experience working with children and adolescents. I have worked in adolescent inpatient settings as a therapist and Psychologist. I have also worked with adults in outpatient clinic settings. I have had good success working with clients with anger control issues and ADHD features. I have lots of experience working with clients with depression and suicidal ideation. I have also done family therapy as well. I also have over 20 years experience coaching a variety sports at the high school level.
I have over 30 years experience working with children and adolescents. I have worked in adolescent inpatient settings as a therapist and Psychologist. I have also worked with adults in outpatient clinic settings. I have had good success working with clients with anger control issues and ADHD features. I have lots of experience working with clients with depression and suicidal ideation. I have also done family therapy as well. I also have over 20 years experience coaching a variety sports at the high school level.
(315) 235-1587 View (315) 235-1587
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Melissa Pennica
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10018
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies, as well as Bachelor's Degrees in both Psychology and Sociology. I strive to provide clients with the space to explore life's obstacles in a nonjudgmental environment. Whether it is relational hardships, family concerns, or individual stressors, I believe that everyone can benefit from the space that therapy can provide to work through these issues. I work with clients to explore issues from all angles, while providing a listening ear and the helpful tools to work through the issues they are grappling with.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies, as well as Bachelor's Degrees in both Psychology and Sociology. I strive to provide clients with the space to explore life's obstacles in a nonjudgmental environment. Whether it is relational hardships, family concerns, or individual stressors, I believe that everyone can benefit from the space that therapy can provide to work through these issues. I work with clients to explore issues from all angles, while providing a listening ear and the helpful tools to work through the issues they are grappling with.
(646) 863-4764 View (646) 863-4764
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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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Yolanda Carrion
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Freeport, NY 11520
I specialize in Individual, family and couple counseling. Depression, anxiety, relationship issues, codependency issues, addiction, PTSD issues treated. Sexual identity issues/gay/lesbian issues treated. Spanish speaking. Wheelchair accessible
I specialize in Individual, family and couple counseling. Depression, anxiety, relationship issues, codependency issues, addiction, PTSD issues treated. Sexual identity issues/gay/lesbian issues treated. Spanish speaking. Wheelchair accessible
(516) 252-3439 View (516) 252-3439
Radhalisa Zarzuela
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Radhalisa utilizes an anti-oppressive lens, along with Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to foster an open healing space.
Radhalisa Zarzuela is a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Bachelor’s degree is Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a Master’s degree from New York University- Steinhardt in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness. Radhalisa has an array of experience working with survivors of intimate-partner and domestic violence, teen dating violence, and other forms of gendered-based trauma. Radhalisa has also worked with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and personality disorders.
Radhalisa utilizes an anti-oppressive lens, along with Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to foster an open healing space.
Radhalisa Zarzuela is a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Bachelor’s degree is Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a Master’s degree from New York University- Steinhardt in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness. Radhalisa has an array of experience working with survivors of intimate-partner and domestic violence, teen dating violence, and other forms of gendered-based trauma. Radhalisa has also worked with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and personality disorders.
(718) 957-1817 View (718) 957-1817
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Rachel R Pokorney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010  (Online Only)
Not Accepting New Patients Until August 2024 I am an easy to relate to therapist who has an uncanny ability to balance warmth and validation with being genuine and direct. I will collaborate with you to determine the way of relating, therapeutic style, and specific therapy interventions that make you feel most comfortable and are the most successful. I will use my expert training and education, using a growth oriented approach, to help you recover from depression, manage anxiety, improve your relationships (work, family, friendships, and romantic), and cope with general life stressors.
Not Accepting New Patients Until August 2024 I am an easy to relate to therapist who has an uncanny ability to balance warmth and validation with being genuine and direct. I will collaborate with you to determine the way of relating, therapeutic style, and specific therapy interventions that make you feel most comfortable and are the most successful. I will use my expert training and education, using a growth oriented approach, to help you recover from depression, manage anxiety, improve your relationships (work, family, friendships, and romantic), and cope with general life stressors.
(332) 239-1655 View (332) 239-1655
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Courtney Carey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
Have you wondered if you would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. As a senior therapist at Greenwich Psychology Group, I enjoy working with children and adolescents that may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral or family issues. You can talk to me about anything; nothing will surprise me. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
Have you wondered if you would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. As a senior therapist at Greenwich Psychology Group, I enjoy working with children and adolescents that may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral or family issues. You can talk to me about anything; nothing will surprise me. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
(347) 252-9013 View (347) 252-9013
Noah Malowitzky
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Staten Island, NY 10314
Specialization in family, adult and adolescent therapy.
As you navigate life's ups and downs, therapy can be a soothing process that makes the ride smoother. Talking to someone trained and professional allows you to share your inner most thoughts and feelings in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. As you learn to relinquish old patterns of behavior and adopt new coping skills, you will feel more confident and secure. Your life will take on a new depth and richness that you can call your own.
Specialization in family, adult and adolescent therapy.
As you navigate life's ups and downs, therapy can be a soothing process that makes the ride smoother. Talking to someone trained and professional allows you to share your inner most thoughts and feelings in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. As you learn to relinquish old patterns of behavior and adopt new coping skills, you will feel more confident and secure. Your life will take on a new depth and richness that you can call your own.
(347) 527-4746 View (347) 527-4746
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Stefani Rinde-Oberferst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
Stefani is an experienced dedicated and dynamic social worker, psychotherapist, life coach, and educator with over thirty years of clinical experience. Stefani’s areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, family of origin and relationship issues, grief and loss, stress management, anxiety, and depression. She is a well-rounded social worker and pulls from several different modalities including CBT, mindfulness and, strength-based therapy. Stefani is adept at gaining trust, rebuilding family dynamics and, developing sustainable solutions.
Stefani is an experienced dedicated and dynamic social worker, psychotherapist, life coach, and educator with over thirty years of clinical experience. Stefani’s areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, family of origin and relationship issues, grief and loss, stress management, anxiety, and depression. She is a well-rounded social worker and pulls from several different modalities including CBT, mindfulness and, strength-based therapy. Stefani is adept at gaining trust, rebuilding family dynamics and, developing sustainable solutions.
(646) 779-2651 View (646) 779-2651
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Sherry Hansen LCSW-R
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR, PC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Sayville, NY 11796
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.
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.
(631) 672-7713 View (631) 672-7713
Heart and Soul Counseling, LCSW, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
West Babylon, NY 11704
Heart and Soul Counseling, LCSW, PC is a progressive, comprehensive mental health center that offers psychotherapy, medication management, genetic testing and drama workshops in office. We offer individual, couples and family counseling to all populations including veterans, trauma victims, LGBTQI, older adults, teens and children. We take most insurances, Medicaid managed plans and Medicare. Some providers are Spanish speaking. We are pet friendly. We offer three office locations in Babylon, Wantagh and East Quogue, NY. We have over 30 years experience in the field of mental health.
Heart and Soul Counseling, LCSW, PC is a progressive, comprehensive mental health center that offers psychotherapy, medication management, genetic testing and drama workshops in office. We offer individual, couples and family counseling to all populations including veterans, trauma victims, LGBTQI, older adults, teens and children. We take most insurances, Medicaid managed plans and Medicare. Some providers are Spanish speaking. We are pet friendly. We offer three office locations in Babylon, Wantagh and East Quogue, NY. We have over 30 years experience in the field of mental health.
(631) 392-6107 View (631) 392-6107
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Hope Services, LLC
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11234
The goal of the initial assessment session is to determine the appropriateness of admission for the client, to begin to develop an understanding of the presenting problems, and to answer any questions that the client and/or family has regarding the therapy process.
Our individual therapies include play, creative arts and talk therapy for children and adolescents struggling with functioning in their families, school, community, and social/interpersonal relationships. Cognitive Behavioral / Behavior Modification interventions are also provided. Hope Services, LLC is located in the Mill Basin section of Brooklyn, New York. We are a dynamic, innovative, pragmatic and professional outpatient mental health service program with a patient-centered treatment model that is geared toward providing services to the multicultural community within which it operates. With a specialty in providing treatment to children and adolescents (ages 5-18), Hope Services, LLC also accepts and treats adults. We are therefore dedicated to the mental and behavioral healthcare of children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. We offer a safe, therapeutic, comfortable, and respectful environment. Additional Languages Spoken: French, Haitian Creole.
The goal of the initial assessment session is to determine the appropriateness of admission for the client, to begin to develop an understanding of the presenting problems, and to answer any questions that the client and/or family has regarding the therapy process.
Our individual therapies include play, creative arts and talk therapy for children and adolescents struggling with functioning in their families, school, community, and social/interpersonal relationships. Cognitive Behavioral / Behavior Modification interventions are also provided. Hope Services, LLC is located in the Mill Basin section of Brooklyn, New York. We are a dynamic, innovative, pragmatic and professional outpatient mental health service program with a patient-centered treatment model that is geared toward providing services to the multicultural community within which it operates. With a specialty in providing treatment to children and adolescents (ages 5-18), Hope Services, LLC also accepts and treats adults. We are therefore dedicated to the mental and behavioral healthcare of children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. We offer a safe, therapeutic, comfortable, and respectful environment. Additional Languages Spoken: French, Haitian Creole.
(347) 609-7854 View (347) 609-7854
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Rochelle Mary Gooding
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Holbrook, NY 11741
Waitlist for new clients
As well as working with individual in displacement, court mandated care, post-hospitalization care and family counseling.
My counseling approach is unique to each individual, working towards building a strong foundation of trust and support, setting goals and identifying coping strategies to navigate everyday life experiences.
As well as working with individual in displacement, court mandated care, post-hospitalization care and family counseling.
My counseling approach is unique to each individual, working towards building a strong foundation of trust and support, setting goals and identifying coping strategies to navigate everyday life experiences.
(631) 888-9108 View (631) 888-9108
Louis R Infante
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Not Verified Not Verified
Staten Island, NY 10308
If you're someone who is dealing with anxiety, depression, grieving, financial strains, marital/family issues, behavioral issues with your children, identity issues, or employment issues - You and I may be a great fit to work together. I invite you to think of therapy as a process where we will identify your unique issue, and go down the road of discovery to help you understand your beliefs, values and systems around your current lifestyle. As we develop deeper understanding of your unique view of the world we can then cultivate a life you're excited about and achieve freedom from these problems/situations you feel stuck in.
If you're someone who is dealing with anxiety, depression, grieving, financial strains, marital/family issues, behavioral issues with your children, identity issues, or employment issues - You and I may be a great fit to work together. I invite you to think of therapy as a process where we will identify your unique issue, and go down the road of discovery to help you understand your beliefs, values and systems around your current lifestyle. As we develop deeper understanding of your unique view of the world we can then cultivate a life you're excited about and achieve freedom from these problems/situations you feel stuck in.
(718) 400-6317 View (718) 400-6317
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.