Therapists in Albany County, NY

Dr. Valler is a psychologist specializing in comprehensive evaluations tailored to each individual, which identifies their own strengths and support needs. At MindWell Psychological Assessment, Dr. Valler evaluates children, adolescents, and young adults for questions of ADHD, Autism, learning disabilities, and co-occurring mental health conditions. She utilizes a multi-factorial approach, which combines evidence-based testing methods with a client's lived experience, to determine appropriate diagnoses and treatment recommendations to support a client's educational and therapeutic journey.

Reaching out for help can be difficult but it's a sign of strength and character. I am happy your here and you want to work on improving life by starting to share in a safe space. The experience I have gathered in the 20 years I have worked with individuals on their goals, will help us maneuver through the challenges you face all while incorporating a client centered approach. We will work together on navigating the obstacles you currently face in a supportive and safe environment..

I am an integrative mind-body practitioner and yoga therapist. Somatic coaching and creative embodied presence practices are my specialties as a compassionate healer. Together we reach into your calm center to welcome and transform stress from life's natural challenges. With new practices you open to creative ways to learn, heal, and perform. As we center with mindful breathing and simple movements you will safely ground, honor and respect what wants to be released. Together we move through places you are stuck and regain a playful approach to becoming who you truly are. All work is in sacred space to establish confidence and care.

Are you feeling anxious and depressed? Having trouble sleeping and having a hard time turning off your anxious thoughts? Are you feeling stuck and trying to figure out what comes next in your life? These feelings can be overwhelming and keep you in limbo. Although your family and friends may be a great support for you, it is sometimes easier to share your thoughts and feelings with someone you don't know intimately. If you are emotionally and physically tired and ready to take the next steps to wellness, let me help.

I work with clients with a wide variety of mental and physical conditions who want to optimize their emotional and physical well-being. This includes people of all ages who have anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, chronic pain and chronic physical conditions that may be exacerbated by stress.

Note- please reach out via email only! Learning how to navigate throughout the different stages of your life can sometimes feel stressful, difficult, overwhelming, confusing, depressing, and more. Learning how to live your life to the fullest while also learning how to cope and manage your mental health can also be a challenge. You may even find yourself having difficulties enjoying your life due to the unpredictable nature of this world. From childhood trauma to life transitions, improving self-worth to navigating a new diagnosis, therapy is an essential tool needed to help you acknowledge, process, accept, and adapt.

Welcome. I work extensively with clients struggling with panic, anxiety, overwhelm, and past trauma. It is possible to work through patterns that hold us back. It is possible to heal. Whether you are here for yourself or your relationship, I'm glad you reached out for help.

Individuals of all ages, nationalities, gender, and sexual orientation are welcomed. The populations I work with include individuals, couples, students as well as  extended and blended families.

Nicole Pingel is a licensed counselor based in New York and is licensed in both New York and Missouri. Nicole welcomes clients who are seeking to create change in their lives through becoming aware of how their life experiences are influencing their current interpretation of the world around them and using this insight to create a new story for themselves. Many of Nicole’s clients present with self-doubt, shame, experiences of depression, anxiety, and difficulties in relationships with themselves or others.

Are you depressed? Anxious? Having trouble dealing with a difficult life transition? Do you find yourself searching for meaning and looking for ways to address the doldrums of life or find your true purpose? I have worked in addiction services, as well as mental health services and have worked with a myriad of persons dealing with a wide range of interpersonal, personal, and social issues.

PERSONAL THERAPY... most any therapist will do if you only want to talk things out and have someone listen without judging. But if you are looking for more, my post-graduate training and advanced credentials in Rational-Emotive-Behavior Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), enable me to teach you how to effectively manage your stress, sleep, unhealthy emotions and self-defeating behaviors--something I've successfully done for myself and thousands of clients for more than 40 years. Please visit website: www.theSTRESSdoc.com BEFORE calling me, anytime, to discuss your needs.

NEW: I will be offering a in-person mindfulness group to begin in February 2024. Email me for more information. I work with adults experiencing a variety of mental health symptoms. Treatment focuses include anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, interpersonal conflicts, and general life stressors. If you are experiencing any of these and are ready for relief, I can help. During sessions I will assist you with processing life events, exploring the root cause of symptoms, healing from emotional pain, and learning effective coping skills. I provide a judgment free space to explore symptoms and learn how to heal.

I work best with people who have the drive and motivation to live a fulfilling life, but continue to find that something just doesn't click. By this, I mean that they may feel constantly hard on themselves, nervous and tense, or haunted by their past. These people know that there is something inside of them that can reach their potential, but they don't know where to start looking for it.

I am honored to help clients of all ages heal from trauma, and develop habits of self-care. I also have experience helping people work through grief and loss, depression and anxiety. I see therapy as a sacred space to express and process feelings, and develop new, adaptive skills. I love watching clients build the lives they want from the inside out.

I am a NYS licensed Mental Health Counselor and certified spiritual director. My practice focuses on adults who may be experiencing loss/grief issues including aging, general bereavement, depression, relationship issues, life transitions and alcohol abuse. I also offer spiritual direction.

Are you struggling with mental health symptoms - anxiety, depression, relationship or family issues, intrusive thoughts, isolation, loneliness, grief or general "stress"? The discomfort may be the result of a short-term situational experience. Or it could be something you have struggled with for years. Counseling or psychotherapy can help you reduce or eliminate the discomfort you are experiencing. Just as people at times experience uncomfortable physical health symptoms, they can also experience uncomfortable mental health symptoms. The good news is, you can regain control over your emotions, your thoughts and your life!

Our clinical areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, martial issues, codependency, self-esteem, women’s issues, substance abuse, harm reduction, grief, and transitional concerns. Through evidenced based approaches, we aim to tailor our treatment approach specific to the needs of each individual. We believe in helping individuals build on their strengths, gain insight, and develop effective coping skills.

I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience. I provide quality services to all age groups.I have an extensive background in child and adolescent services both doing therapy and supervising other therapists. I have worked extensively with ADHD,learning disabilities,adoptive issues ,trauma ,depression,anxiety and neurological conditions including some rare ones. I believe that effective psychotherapy is best provided in a safe atmosphere of mutual collaboration toward goals that include not only symptom reduction but developing a happier,more fufilled life. Since play is the natural mode of communication for children, I offer a play therapy designed to meet the needs of my child patients.Most children quickly feel comfortable in this setting.Here,they can overcome fears,sadness,anger and learn to better control impulses. I view parents as collaboraters and actively seek their input as they are the best source of knowlege about their child.

Challenged by worrying thoughts? Wishing you could control your reactions to life better? Maybe old patterns are repeating and you’re feeling discouraged. You might be thinking: “I thought I took care of this before" or "why aren’t I feeling more confident and secure by now?” If any of this sounds familiar, one thing you know for sure is that something has to change. Making the decision to reach out for help is a bold and empowering step. I'll meet you where you're at and together we'll create a plan to help you achieve the peace and confidence you desire.