Therapists in Cold Spring, NY

In my psychotherapy practice, I specialize in eliminating underlying causes of personal and emotional difficulties. With a strong psychodynamic background, I can help you process anxiety and stressors so that they do not interfere with the quality and enjoyment of your life. I work with adults, adolescents,couples and families facing such challenges as depression, anxiety, trauma, infidelity, divorce, grief and loss, self-esteem and relational conflicts.

My goal as your therapist is to ensure an authentic connection is made, where we can fully explore & address the barriers to your personal success- whatever that looks like to you! I partner with my clients & seek to customize my approach based upon the issues/concerns being presented. As a Person Centered Therapist specializing in Cognitive Behaviroal Therapy & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)- Behavior Modification techniques, I have proven success working with clients of all ages dealing with a range of issues from Anxiety, Depression, Loss & Grief, Trauma, Interpersonal, Gender Identity, Life/Role Transitions & more.

Do any of the following statements feel like you? 1: I can't seem to fulfill my short or long term goals. 2: I'm often anxious, even panicky. 3: I'm often depressed. 4: I often feel unappreciated. 5: I'm uncomfortable around people. 6: I pull away when feeling close to someone. 7: My wife/lover & i are not doing well. 8: I have family, friends, a good job, & feel empty and alone. 9: I have difficulty expressing my feelings, & thoughts, to others. 10: I tend to put everyone's feelings before mine, then feel resentful & angry. You are the expert on you let me be your guide on your journey to self-fulfillment and self-realization.

Relationship strain, communication issues, PTSD, anxiety, trauma, mistrust of happiness and feelings of depression are some of the experiences I help you heal from. I work with folks whose past pains are inhibiting present fulfillment within relationships and quality of life. We work together to navigate stressors and responsibilities they are expected to keep up with, while managing past pains to relearn safety on their current path. I treat the person as a whole- meaning in addition to your psyche, I also take into account your environmental, circumstantial, and physical self and how that impacts your mental health overall.

I have experience working with LGBTQ+ couples, military families acclimating to a new deployment, blended families, those processing the loss of a loved one, and those who have experienced trauma. Additionally, I have a passion for working with individuals who have felt misunderstood and those experiencing low self-esteem. I work with couples, families and individuals. I am happy to work with clients age 6 and up.

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.

At each stage, we face different challenges that can be tough to move throughout. I specialize in treating adults during transitions and adjustments through life. Being an adolescent is tough, but what about that decade or a few after? Emerging adults at the crossroads of life, love, and career. Women transforming into mothers, that perinatal and postpartum rollercoaster right into parenting. A difficult health diagnosis where you have to explore what your new life is. At all these crossroads, we can get anxiety and depression, or feel paralyzed with fear or loss, and at anytime, any of these feelings can bubble up and over.

Just making that first phone call to say I need someone to listen can be scary. . Whether it's anxiety, depression, change of life issues, interpersonal conflict, or trauma, therapy is a safe space to talk about ourselves. There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to therapy. Together we can navigate what you need as an individual. As a cancer survivor and mother of three grown children, I have lived a life of grief, anxiety, life transitions, and depression. I am here to help you through your own personal struggles and challenges.

Mihika has worked with clients who struggle with a range of issues such as depression, anxiety, work stress, trauma, attachment, and grief. She has experience working with BIPOC, Asians, immigrants, children, adolescents, and adults. Mihika has interned in a variety of settings including hospitals, factories, and offices to gain an understanding of the unique concerns of diverse populations. She also has experience counseling individuals, couples, and groups.

Every journey toward healing is unique and the decision to seek counseling can be difficult. Healing starts with a choice and is an ongoing process. When we create a deeper, meaningful relationship with ourselves, we can better understand and gain awareness around our actions, thoughts, and behaviors. I am passionate about the work I do and understand the importance of providing a safe space, where you can be heard. We will work together to help you develop a new awareness allowing for change. We will identify existing strengths, assess presenting concerns, and explore new coping methods to replace maladaptive patterns.

Ray has experience in providing individual and group therapy for individuals of various ages and backgrounds. She utilizes an eclectic approach that integrates Psychodynamic, Mindfulness, Person-centered therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and CBT. Ray operates from a multicultural and trauma-informed background, that enables her to meet you where you are. She cultivates a secure environment and therapeutic alliance with warmth and unconditional positive regard.

Blending intuition and compassion I assist clients to gain a better understanding of themselves and their values and to identify patterns that hinder positive experiences and relationships. I am drawn towards a person-centered, experiential approach, in tandem with the application of tangible strategies and coping skills. In my work as a grief counselor, individually and in groups, I draw upon my personal experience moving through complicated grief, bringing the intersection of my clinical skill and lived experience of harnessing the healing benefits of empathic grief support.

Currently accepting new clients! I am a mental health counselor with a limited permit to practice in New York. I have additional training in grief and trauma-informed care and experience in several settings including a psychiatric and rehabilitation hospital, a Buffalo charter school, and agencies. My focus is with adults, families, and couples utilizing an eclectic therapeutic approach in order to successfully meet the needs of a plethora of different and unique presenting issues. I obtained my M.S. from Canisius College and B.A in psychology from Buffalo State University. I am also a member of the American Counseling Association.

Choosing to see a therapist can be a groundbreaking decision. You may be struggling and feel that you have no place to turn. You do. I am here to help you. I will help you work through your issues: your anxiety, pain, depression, grief or whatever issues are preventing you from living a more satisfying life. We will work together to help you on the road to a happier and healthier life.. You have already started the process by taking that first step in seeking counseling.

I believe that every person holds unique life experiences that cumulate to create the story of who they are. These stories provide context to how people express themselves and view the world around them. Within the therapeutic space, I seek to meet clients in a warm, non-judgmental environment, one that is guided by a holistic framework to identify what health and wellness look like for each individual. By incorporating a strengths-based approach and emphasizing acceptance, I focus on collaboratively exploring each person's story to find the balance in accepting what they cannot control and making changes in areas they can.

It takes courage to tell your story, be vulnerable, and practice introspection. But as the old saying goes, “a problem shared is a problem halved.” Whether you’re experiencing challenges in your relationships, family, career, health, or questioning your life path, we’ll work together to find a solution. I’m a Counselor and Life Coach who supports people during life transitions—including marriage, divorce, career changes, motherhood, and grief and loss. Whatever you’re going through, I’ll be a compassionate listener who reframes the situation and so you can see it in a different, more positive, light.

"You're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." (A.A. Milne). Helping a client become or feel more empowered is a key approach I take in my practice. I focus on helping my clients reflect on personal issues in order to better understand them and make the positive changes they desire to make.

Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.

Managing life’s challenges can overwhelm each of us. Whether juggling typical ups and downs or coping with loss, trauma, major upset or crisis, there are times we need compassion, an advocate, a fellow strategist or just someone to listen. Our relationship to ourselves, family, career, or life changes can sometimes seem out of control, leading to depression, anxiety or isolation. Therapy is a tool designed to help manage life’s challenges and bring clarity, perspective and a sense of well-being.