My approach is best described as "skills, not pills." I will help you think about your problems differently and develop strategies to handle them more effectively. I provide psychotherapy to treat a variety of life issues and concerns, including: anxiety, depression, relationship problems, parenting issues, and stress. I'm a very experienced and sex-positive sex therapist. My orientation is as an integration of cognitive-behavioral (CBT) and insight-oriented with a strong mindfulness component. My style is warm and active. I strive to be both compassionate, and honest.

I work well with clients (as couples, or individuals) who sense that their relationships could be much better. I can help you achieve clarity about your relationship's potential, provide a roadmap, and encouragement, for you to realize it. I help people who don't want to lose themselves in relationships, but -- rather -- find their best selves there. I approach my clients with the same kindness and compassion I would want if the situation were reversed. I also work with people who are going through, or have gone through, divorce, via weekend After Divorce workshops (Zoom based). I'm licensed in NY, MA, PA, NJ and NM.

Making a change, even a positive one, can be difficult. Congratulations on making it this far! You’ve come to the right place. I’m an empathic, genuine mental health counselor who is committed to helping clients navigate life transitions, develop interpersonal skills to manage relationship issues, and use tools to overcome challenges with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I believe in the strength of a trusting, therapeutic relationship in combination with practical evidence-based skills to create positive changes within the lives of my clients.

During the Covid-19 pandemic crisis, those who have been impacted by the corona virus outbreak can seek treatment at OTP and receive Teletherapy via Virtual visits. During these uncertain times, individuals are dealing with anxiety, depression and stress due to the unknown. Covid-19 has impacted individual relationships, family relationships, marriages, parenting. Research shows that online therapy works for a broad range of problems and interventions. Virtual visits can be done from any location using a laptop, tablet and or smart phone. Call now and receive support and guidance during these uncertain times.

“ Everyone is fighting their own unique battle... to be free from the past, to live in the present… And to create their best future. So, take heart; you are not alone”... Life can be more difficult than we anticipate at times... veering us onto unpaved roads, throwing us unexpected curveballs; piling way too much on our plates at once. During these times, we all need a helping hand to navigate through our own individual life journey... It would be my honor to guide you through yours; providing a sense of hope, and helping you pave a positive, new pathway forward.

Knowing the path to reaching your full potential in life can often be confusing, especially if you are feeling overwhelmed or depleted. Support in your journey makes an enormous difference in the process of self-discovery and satisfaction. Contact me, and together we can enliven your quest for personal and/or professional growth, moving you toward increased self-awareness and confidence to make the changes you want in your life. Whether you want to feel better on a daily basis, improve your relationships or deepen your connection to yourself, the most important component in therapy is the therapeutic relationship.

It takes a lot of strength to take this first step in seeking support. We often feel stuck, confused, powerless, stressed, etc and don't know what to do or where/who to turn to. It's normal to experience these overwhelming feelings from time to time, but it becomes more difficult to cope when they begin to interfere with your daily life. In our work together, I will help you recognize that all of your feelings are valid, but there are ways in which we can learn to better manage them. We will work together to help you feel the way that you want to feel.

I am an empathetic individual who believes that the process of change, although difficult, aids people in creating a happier and more fulfilling life. I work collaboratively with individuals, families, and couples to develop life goals and support them in realizing their dreams. I utilize a mindfulness based approach to coach those seeking treatment to implement healthy methods to cope with the stress and hardships of the everyday. I specialize in working with those who have struggled with trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic illness, psychiatric disorders, complicated grief, managing anger, problem solving, decision making, gender/sexual identity, and self-esteem issues.

I integrate the most effective approaches to mental health, marital/family, and addiction challenges. I blend traditional with cutting edge and provide concrete tools, practical advice, and spiritual guidance while effecting lasting change and healing. For 23+ years, I have helped countless people struggling with depression, anxiety, ADD, trauma, low self-esteem, anger and management, and with marital, sexuality, family, and parenting challenges. In testimonials I have been described as "having vast knowledge"; "a very down to earth guy who puts you at ease almost instantly; as having "laser-sharp" perceptions; & "an old soul ."

If you are struggling with feelings of being "lost" or are having a hard time navigating your way through significant life changes, then I might be the therapist for you. Often dealing with these changes can lead to feelings of anxiety, low self-esteem, or disempowerment. Clients may also see me with problems relating to relationship/dating concerns, college transitions, eating disorders, body image issues, and grief. In counseling with me, I aim to uplift, encourage, and assist you on your path to peace and wellness. I want nothing more than for you to feel empowered and confident in your ability to achieve your goals.

My hope is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space to offer you the opportunity for self-growth, self-reflection, and develop ultimate balance within yourself. My practice is psychodynamically informed and inspired by a belief that properly guided therapeutic work can provide a sense of freedom when we are motivated and willing to make brave changes. My priority is to build a strong therapeutic connection in order to inspire and support your growth. I specialize in adolescents and adults struggling with mood disorders, substance abuse/misuse disorders, eating disorders, gender identity and sexuality issues, and survivors of trauma.

Even when we have received the ideal nurturing, secure, validating childhood, which can help us to negotiate complexities and challenges we may face later in life, our inner resources can become depleted. The capacity to find joy and comfort may elude us. Rebalancing areas of outer life, and planning steps toward change may be in order. I make time to learn about the myriad ways that using art, energetic, somatic and stress reducing therapies can help each person who comes in, to restore their inner lives as well.

Feeling hopeless and anxious? Lost control of your life? Traumatic experiences, depression, and anxiety steal your focus, impede your goals, and create constant distress. Can't shake that feeling of dread? It’s nearly impossible to find joy in the moment if you’re always waiting for your worst fears to be realized. Living a productive and meaningful life is possible once you conquer the obstacles that have plagued you for so long. Therapy takes courage but you can find peace and tranquility. What’s holding you back from living the life you truly want?

As a therapist, I prioritize getting to know the whole person and deeply value the unique relationship that grows within the therapeutic space. I have a special interest in the Queer community and work from a feminist, body positive orientation. My experience includes an array of settings and treatment modalities from eating disorders, intimate partner violence, intensive in-home family therapy to career counseling.

I specialize in working with couples, marriages, and families. I aim to increase healthier communication, understanding and on building a stronger connection, beginning from the first therapy session. I provide psychotherapy without judgement or blame, in a supportive, empathic and caring environment. I work with individuals, couples and families of diverse backgrounds, ages and sexual orientations. I look to empower people and to help them tap into their inner resources, to develop coping strategies to manage stressful situations, and to find solutions to their relational challenges.

Have you been wanting to make meaningful changes in your life but feel hesitant to start therapy? I know how courageous making this move is, and provide a relaxed, supportive atmosphere as you explore your emotional life. I partner with you to identify your goals for personal growth. Together we create a safe space for you to clarify patterns of behavior and thinking that may be bogging you down. We can look at repeated sources of disappointment or dissatisfaction so that you can grow away from them and into a more vibrant relation to yourself, others, and the world.

This sucks, I get it. You're on here trolling psychology today profiles trying to find a friendly face and a bio that "speaks" to you. Hoping to find a glimmer of hope that makes you believe you won't feel this way forever. I understand and I'm here to help. Do you feel like you're in a slump and can't get out of it? Have you just gone through a big change in your life and don't know what to do next? Do you have a hard time saying "no" to others or ever worry you're living your life for someone else? I have your back to turn this around. I specialize in helping people live authentic lives and manage life transitions.

Dr. Sugar is the founder of Behavioral Psych Studio, a group practice dedicated to providing effective, evidence-based treatment to teens, adults, couples and families struggling with psychological or social issues. Specifically, we use Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies to help clients learn more about themselves and create the lives they want to be living. At BPS we treat people struggling with Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Emotion Dysregulation issues, and Substance Abuse. Likewise, we offer services to parents and teens experiencing high-conflict relationships. We are committed to helping parents gain the knowledge and tools necessary to improve their relationship with their teens.

I am a Clinical Mental Health counselor at South Shore Psychological Care. I earned my B.A. in Fine Art and a minor in Psychology from S.U.N.Y Plattsburgh. I have spent the last ten years aiding military families by using my training in psychology throughout Europe and America. This inspired me to continue my education and complete my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University in Missouri. I utilize Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a Family Systems Approach to help my clients become best versions of them.

I have found that a client-centered approach works best; whatever works for you, be it career coaching, rethinking your perceptions of self and others, negotiating challenges and changes in your life through reframing those perceptions or exploring your personal history, your story, using journaling, dream analysis, mindfulness to understand your relationship patterns. My specialty now is in addressing life transitions and the feelings these changes engender. My focus is in learning to stay present, to be aware of feeling states, and to move toward clarity and forgiveness in order to reset the dynamics that surround depression, anxiety, anger, trauma.