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Brian Cobb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ithaca, NY 14850  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients... May I support you in managing your strengths and resources to feel empowered to cope with life challenges? Together, in a compassionate, safe, collaborative environment, we will create a positive path towards your well-being and success, whether you’re on a healing journey or looking to gain more achievements. I have over 16 years of experience working with individuals, families, couples and groups. I work with everyone across the lifespan from ages 5 years on up.
Accepting New Clients... May I support you in managing your strengths and resources to feel empowered to cope with life challenges? Together, in a compassionate, safe, collaborative environment, we will create a positive path towards your well-being and success, whether you’re on a healing journey or looking to gain more achievements. I have over 16 years of experience working with individuals, families, couples and groups. I work with everyone across the lifespan from ages 5 years on up.
(607) 600-8946 View (607) 600-8946
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Paul F Pickett
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Ithaca, NY 14850
Despite all of your efforts to make changes in your life you may still be unhappy, discouraged, or lost. We often develop ways in life to distance ourselves from our emotional pain. While these strategies undoubtedly can provide temporary relief, they never heal the origin of our underlying pain in any profound way. In my opinion, meaningful change comes from honestly addressing and healing the core issue(s) of our lives. As we all know, honestly facing ourselves can be a tricky and difficult process. It takes courage, determination, and a willingness to be open and vulnerable to heal. This can be very difficult to do alone.
Despite all of your efforts to make changes in your life you may still be unhappy, discouraged, or lost. We often develop ways in life to distance ourselves from our emotional pain. While these strategies undoubtedly can provide temporary relief, they never heal the origin of our underlying pain in any profound way. In my opinion, meaningful change comes from honestly addressing and healing the core issue(s) of our lives. As we all know, honestly facing ourselves can be a tricky and difficult process. It takes courage, determination, and a willingness to be open and vulnerable to heal. This can be very difficult to do alone.
(315) 985-4260 View (315) 985-4260
Photo of Krysta Stepanovsky-Bidwell, MA, MHC-LP
Krysta Stepanovsky-Bidwell
MA, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Ithaca, NY 14850  (Online Only)
Have you noticed that you are unsettled, confused, and have difficulty pinpointing what’s happening on the inside, while feeling uncertainty about what direction you should take? Is there a feeling that something is holding you back from achieving happiness or that you are existing and not living?
Have you noticed that you are unsettled, confused, and have difficulty pinpointing what’s happening on the inside, while feeling uncertainty about what direction you should take? Is there a feeling that something is holding you back from achieving happiness or that you are existing and not living?
(631) 641-8182 View (631) 641-8182
Photo of Kara Bax, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Kara Bax
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ithaca, NY 14850
I specialize in working with clients experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, codependency, relationship conflicts. family-of-origin issues, and addiction issues, including substance use, food, pornography, and sex. I provide a welcoming, warm, non-judgemental space for clients to be themselves and feel better. I enjoy helping clients learn healthy relationship skills, emotional regulation, CBT and DBT skills, and inner-child work.
I specialize in working with clients experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, codependency, relationship conflicts. family-of-origin issues, and addiction issues, including substance use, food, pornography, and sex. I provide a welcoming, warm, non-judgemental space for clients to be themselves and feel better. I enjoy helping clients learn healthy relationship skills, emotional regulation, CBT and DBT skills, and inner-child work.
(518) 855-6610 View (518) 855-6610
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Laura Landau, LCSW-R,CASAC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ithaca, NY 14850
Therapy begins within a trusted, emotional connection where your unique story can truly be heard. I'm dedicated to helping you sort out your feelings and circumstances, to examine difficult relationships. I will teach you effective coping skills, strategies to better handle stress and distress. We will utilize new tools to address problem behavior patterns, unhealthy relationships and to problem solve. I utilize a nuanced, crafted combination of evidenced-based therapies: Mindfulness, Supportive, Relational, Psychodynamic, Motivational, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Modern Analytic and Family Treatments.
Therapy begins within a trusted, emotional connection where your unique story can truly be heard. I'm dedicated to helping you sort out your feelings and circumstances, to examine difficult relationships. I will teach you effective coping skills, strategies to better handle stress and distress. We will utilize new tools to address problem behavior patterns, unhealthy relationships and to problem solve. I utilize a nuanced, crafted combination of evidenced-based therapies: Mindfulness, Supportive, Relational, Psychodynamic, Motivational, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Modern Analytic and Family Treatments.
(347) 410-8782 View (347) 410-8782
Photo of Tamara Kingsley, MSW, LCSW-R, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Tamara Kingsley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Ithaca, NY 14850
Not accepting new clients
I provide experienced, confidential help with relationships, anxiety, depression, addictions, and self-care.
I provide experienced, confidential help with relationships, anxiety, depression, addictions, and self-care.
(607) 284-5760 View (607) 284-5760
Gambling Therapists

How do gambling rehabilitation programs work?

There are both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs. However, for some individuals, an outpatient facility may not offer enough hands-on care, and for other individuals, an inpatient facility may be too much. Both types of care have knowledgeable health professionals including physicians (in the case of residential programs), psychologists, counselors, psychotherapists, and recovered mentors.

How do gambling 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Abstinence and maintenance are key for 12-step gambling disorder programs. Individuals in a 12-step group rely on each other for support and accountability. In addition, there is often a spiritual element to these programs, whereby belief in a higher power can help the individual overcome their tendencies. If an individual genuinely wants to cease gambling, attending a 12-step program along with regular psychotherapy can be highly effective.

How long does therapy take for gambling disorder?

Recovering from gambling disorder takes time and effort. There’s no precise timeline for treatment, but a person can see change if they stick with therapy and if they have the will and desire to stop. Treatment for gambling disorder requires honesty in therapy, a commitment to understanding triggers, as well as the development of coping skills. Making lifestyle changes is also important, such as staying away from lotteries, online gambling, and casinos.

Is relapse a problem for those with a gambling disorder?

Gambling disorder is often chronic and can be life-long; therefore relapse may present a problem for some individuals. But effective treatment can bring a person’s life under control. To remain healthy and on track, the individual may need to regularly check in with their support group or psychotherapist. Frequently refreshing their tools of recovery can be helpful.