Grief Therapists in Albany, NY

Do you feel like your emotions control you? Life overwhelming? Maybe you're grieving or struggling with feelings of fear and loss. You can discover tools that will help you understand these emotions, as well as your strengths and you don't have to struggle with it on your own. Working with you, I will incorporate skills that I have gathered from my past experiences in public health, end-of-life care, gender-affirming care, and a Health at Every Size philosophy. If you have ever felt marginalized because of who you are, know that everyone deserves to find peace and affirmation and we can work together to achieve that.

Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Receiving her masters in social work at The University at Albany in 2018, Laurissa has 6 years of experience specializing with adolescents, young adults and adults struggling with substance abuse and recovery, mental illness, and prevention programming in licensed residential and outpatient settings. She values learning and exploring the most up-to-date practices to provide competent care for her clients.

My therapeutic style is active and engaged. I provide clients with empowering tools to become self-efficient in society, relationships, work and life. We will work together to find the treatment type that is best for you.

We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start...and we will answer your call TODAY. We have 5 locations on Long Island and offer Telehealth to all of New York State.

We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start...and we will answer your call TODAY. We have 5 locations in Long Island and offer Telehealth to all of New York State.

People arrive at a therapist's office, having tried their best way of getting along in the world, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and so forth. A universal reason for seeking help is distress in a primary relationship. In therapy, I help individuals understand how past relationships with parents, siblings and significant others impacts relationship troubles in the here and now. A trusting therapeutic relationship offers an opportunity for exploration of one's own mind at the deepest level - healing, new pathways of relating, greater authenticity, vitality & living a life that's true to one's self.

We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start...and we will answer your call TODAY. We have 5 locations on Long Island and offer Telehealth to all of New York State.

What changes do you want to make in your life? Would you like to be a better parent/partner/friend? End a destructive relationship? Stop negative thinking? Set boundaries? The list is endless...I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who works with my clients to help them reach their fullest potential by tapping into their individual strengths and encouraging personal growth. When you are ready and motivated to commit to your wellbeing and to therapy, then I am ready to partner with you in your journey to growth and/or healing.

As a Mind/Body oriented Therapist, I understand that our emotions, behaviors, and physical body are sensitive to the stressors we face; we can literally FEEL anxiety, depression, and strong emotions. These stressors can affect our whole selves, often manifesting in negative thinking patterns and/or physical sensations of stress. Whether you are having trouble managing stress, and/or experiencing grief, loss, difficult emotions, relationship issues, anxiety/panic, or you feel like you've lost yourself somewhere along the way, working with your mind AND body through integrated psychotherapy, can help.

"The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction not a destination." - Carl Rogers --- In my practice I provide a relationship that nurtures personal growth. I am a mental health counselor and art psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience. I offer a comfortable, supportive environment to help address issues such as anxiety, depression, change, grief and loss. My holistic approach incorporates mindfulness, meditation and the mind-body connection.

My approach towards helping you is to create a supportive space to bring you comfort to your current experiences.I believe it's necessary to accept where you are and to understand where you want to go. I have 20+ years of experience providing treatment and consultations with reputable organizations. I invite you in to talk to explore the changes in your life that may facilitate healthy growth.

I specialize in couples therapy and individual therapy with adults. My 25+ years experience includes working with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and issues of aging. I have done extensive work in the areas of grief and loss, relationship issues, life transitions, family conflict, and parenting. In addition, I provide clinical supervision for therapists for a minimal fee. Creating a safe, secure therapeutic environment is my top priority for the work we'll be doing together. My schedule includes in-person appointments in an office setting in Delmar, NY and remote sessions via phone, Skype, FaceTime; weekend sessions available.

I deeply respect your wanting to address something in your life that keeps you from feeling happy and whole. Maybe it's a recent event or loss, or a troubled relationship, or maybe a past pain that continues to hurt. Perhaps you are feeling a lack of purpose, or a lack of connection with who you really are. The role of a pastoral counselor is to be a compassionate listener and guide - someone who can sit with you as you explore a deeper self-understanding, reflect back to you your insights, discuss options and goals, then assist you in designing an effective path of healing and change. I am honored to offer you my support.

Our licensed therapists utilize person-centered, evidence-based, trauma-informed care, specializing in helping people grow and heal from trauma and PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, perinatal anxiety and depression, grief, parenting, life transitions, relationship challenges, Veteran trauma, mood disorders, and more. We work with adults and children, offering in-person therapy and remote therapy by phone or video.

At some point, we all experience tough times. Coping skills falter, feelings may be intense, and we can’t visualize the way forward. If this is where you find yourself, I can help. My practice focuses on clients navigating periods of distress or unexpected change. If you're dealing with loss, life transition, or simply a “rough patch”, I offer support and guidance. My approach is flexible, welcoming, and compassionate. We sort things through together. You'll find that coping skills improve, emotions become manageable, and you understand yourself better. Most importantly, you’ll gain an increased sense of hope.

Are you feeling exhausted or disconnected from yourself and your life around you? Have you been impacted by a traumatic event? Have you recently lost a loved one, a relationship, or had a significant and unexpected change in your life? Do you notice that you are using substances or engaging in other behaviors that are impacting your personal, professional, and financial life? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed with navigating loss, managing anxiety and moving past trauma. Healing and living the life you envisioned for yourself is possible.

I offer a warm, non-confrontational space to work on substance abuse, family dynamics, relationship issues, life transitions, grief and loss, and mood disorders. I utilize many evidence-based therapy interventions and provide empathy and compassion, combined with feedback and skill-building, to help people regain hope and feel better. I utilize a customized therapy experience that consists of person-centered, evidence-based therapy modalities.

I specializes in adults and adolescents presenting with neurodiversity, history of trauma, grief and loss, children/adolescents of Alcoholics/substance abusers, those with anxiety or depression, and those having difficulty with interpersonal relationships. I offer a variety of individualized modalities, including DBT, CBT, interpersonal therapies, mindfulness and movement techniques to foster more self-awareness in the therapeutic process and beyond. I also have experience working in schools, particularly supporting family of origin issues related to addiction, as well as working with adults, adolescents, and the LGBTQIA+ community.

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!