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Gary Bruschi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021
These experiences combine with developmental phases of life (marriage, parenting, empty nest, retirement, etc.
I have found that the most important factor in any successful therapy is the chemistry between therapist and the people he/she works with. I use the therapeutic relationship to understand what problems an individual faces outside the office, what blocks them from accomplishing what they want for themselves. A therapeutic relationship is often one of the most intimate and private relationships one can have. I try to help people develop their own sense of agency to gain control over their lives. I believe people want to be seen and heard. I enjoy being able to provide that for them.
These experiences combine with developmental phases of life (marriage, parenting, empty nest, retirement, etc.
I have found that the most important factor in any successful therapy is the chemistry between therapist and the people he/she works with. I use the therapeutic relationship to understand what problems an individual faces outside the office, what blocks them from accomplishing what they want for themselves. A therapeutic relationship is often one of the most intimate and private relationships one can have. I try to help people develop their own sense of agency to gain control over their lives. I believe people want to be seen and heard. I enjoy being able to provide that for them.
(516) 346-5369 View (516) 346-5369
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Dr. Teresa Taylor Williams
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
I invite you to engage with a highly trained, experienced and empathetic partner in assisting in addressing behavioral issues, marital or partnership challenges, issues related to emerging adults (13-34), aging, discrimination, family issues, women and gender issues and college student challenges.
My ideal client is an adolescent who is experiencing social-emotional challenges, peer pressures, parental conflict or someone needing someone to talk to which would lead to the need to service and counsel parents who are struggling with communication issues and conflicts in the home which would lead to working with the family to regain understanding, learn how to treat and speak with each other and engage me to bring a sense of normalcy into the total relationship. I also am honored to work with women struggling with the aftermath of a broken relationship, dealing with the stresses of work and family.
I invite you to engage with a highly trained, experienced and empathetic partner in assisting in addressing behavioral issues, marital or partnership challenges, issues related to emerging adults (13-34), aging, discrimination, family issues, women and gender issues and college student challenges.
My ideal client is an adolescent who is experiencing social-emotional challenges, peer pressures, parental conflict or someone needing someone to talk to which would lead to the need to service and counsel parents who are struggling with communication issues and conflicts in the home which would lead to working with the family to regain understanding, learn how to treat and speak with each other and engage me to bring a sense of normalcy into the total relationship. I also am honored to work with women struggling with the aftermath of a broken relationship, dealing with the stresses of work and family.
(646) 437-8459 View (646) 437-8459
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Julie Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021
In a safe and respectful setting, utilizing traditional and holistic therapies, you can develop skills that bring you into greater partnership with you. As you come to truly know and understand your own unique journey, you will be led to skills that benefit the whole of you. When you feel comfortable within yourself, inner calm becomes readily accessible. Relationships that are sticky become fluid and more enjoyable. Whatever your personal issues, learning to understand and trust your own unique experience becomes the heart of a life well-lived. This is true for adults who see me individually, for couples, and with older kids/teens.
In a safe and respectful setting, utilizing traditional and holistic therapies, you can develop skills that bring you into greater partnership with you. As you come to truly know and understand your own unique journey, you will be led to skills that benefit the whole of you. When you feel comfortable within yourself, inner calm becomes readily accessible. Relationships that are sticky become fluid and more enjoyable. Whatever your personal issues, learning to understand and trust your own unique experience becomes the heart of a life well-lived. This is true for adults who see me individually, for couples, and with older kids/teens.
(516) 504-1881 View (516) 504-1881
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Leslie E Popoff
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
I am a licensed Psychologist with over 30 years of experience treating clients who span all age groups. I have advanced training beyond my Ph.D. that includes a certificate in Psychotherapy from Adelphi University. I view the therapeutic process as a collaborative one in which the client and I work together to explore current concerns, past experiences as they may relate to patterns of behavior, roadblocks to achieving one's goals, leading to an enhanced awareness of one's personal control. Building resilience is the key to coping with the challenges and transitions that life brings.
I am a licensed Psychologist with over 30 years of experience treating clients who span all age groups. I have advanced training beyond my Ph.D. that includes a certificate in Psychotherapy from Adelphi University. I view the therapeutic process as a collaborative one in which the client and I work together to explore current concerns, past experiences as they may relate to patterns of behavior, roadblocks to achieving one's goals, leading to an enhanced awareness of one's personal control. Building resilience is the key to coping with the challenges and transitions that life brings.
(516) 613-3011 View (516) 613-3011
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Judith Merbaum
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
Life is filled with joy and pain. An emotionally healthy person is able to utilize internal resources to maximize the joy and navigate the pain. For many people, the most significant gratification in life comes from engaging in successful work and satisfying interpersonal relationships. I am interested in working with people to resolve the obstacles that keep them from achieving these goals.
Life is filled with joy and pain. An emotionally healthy person is able to utilize internal resources to maximize the joy and navigate the pain. For many people, the most significant gratification in life comes from engaging in successful work and satisfying interpersonal relationships. I am interested in working with people to resolve the obstacles that keep them from achieving these goals.
(516) 469-3833 View (516) 469-3833
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Zelda Schemaille
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
If you have a desire for growth and discovery and can appreciate the value of process-oriented and relational therapy, then I may be the right therapist for you. I will engage you in a way that allows for energetic shifts, so that you have the ability to solve your own problems and remove the blocks to peace and happiness.
If you have a desire for growth and discovery and can appreciate the value of process-oriented and relational therapy, then I may be the right therapist for you. I will engage you in a way that allows for energetic shifts, so that you have the ability to solve your own problems and remove the blocks to peace and happiness.
(516) 336-9945 View (516) 336-9945
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Zina Rutkin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021
Change is always possible. I work from a strengths-based perspective, and I believe that the work of psychotherapy is to help people access untapped resources toward health and vitality. Someone suffering from depression is just that-a person with depression, not a "depressed person"--depression needn't define you. When you walk into my office, we will explore the roadblocks in your life that keep you from moving forward, and make a plan for getting past them.
Change is always possible. I work from a strengths-based perspective, and I believe that the work of psychotherapy is to help people access untapped resources toward health and vitality. Someone suffering from depression is just that-a person with depression, not a "depressed person"--depression needn't define you. When you walk into my office, we will explore the roadblocks in your life that keep you from moving forward, and make a plan for getting past them.
(516) 279-2372 View (516) 279-2372
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Elaine Abramovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021
As a psychotherapist and healer for many years it has been my privilege to offer and provide help and comfort to people in distress. Experience has taught me that we all struggle to recover from the pains of the past, deal with the challenges of the present and the insecurities of the future, in our efforts to live the best lives that we can. This often seems very difficult if not impossible to accomplish alone. A strong and nurturing therapeutic relationship is a powerful and stable foundation for dealing with these challenges to our well-being, especially in these very troubling and uncertain times.
As a psychotherapist and healer for many years it has been my privilege to offer and provide help and comfort to people in distress. Experience has taught me that we all struggle to recover from the pains of the past, deal with the challenges of the present and the insecurities of the future, in our efforts to live the best lives that we can. This often seems very difficult if not impossible to accomplish alone. A strong and nurturing therapeutic relationship is a powerful and stable foundation for dealing with these challenges to our well-being, especially in these very troubling and uncertain times.
(516) 701-3271 View (516) 701-3271
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Barbara M. Kaplan, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11021
I have always been passionate about my work and derive a tremendous satisfaction helping others. If you are feeling lost, alone and confused, you may not want to share that with others, yet therapy provides a safe haven. Working together on your goals can result in tremendous comfort and relief. It's risky to feel vulnerable but hopeful that you are working towards resolving what needs to be repaired in your most meaningful relationships. I'll be there to hear what concerns you, in your own words without judgment and join you in all celebrations along the way.
I have always been passionate about my work and derive a tremendous satisfaction helping others. If you are feeling lost, alone and confused, you may not want to share that with others, yet therapy provides a safe haven. Working together on your goals can result in tremendous comfort and relief. It's risky to feel vulnerable but hopeful that you are working towards resolving what needs to be repaired in your most meaningful relationships. I'll be there to hear what concerns you, in your own words without judgment and join you in all celebrations along the way.
(917) 832-1757 View (917) 832-1757
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Junhong (June) Cao
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021
I invite you to schedule a free phone call for 15 minutes to answer your questions and concerns, discuss your insurance, and make a recommendation based on your needs. Whether you feel stuck, stressed, or unhappy for too long, I will assist you to identify your goals and figure out the way to change. I am a psychologist who speaks Chinese Mandarin and English in New York with more than 15 years of experience, I have the highest level of doctoral training to help people from different ethnic groups and LGBTQ+ community to overcome the challenges and live the best life possible.
I invite you to schedule a free phone call for 15 minutes to answer your questions and concerns, discuss your insurance, and make a recommendation based on your needs. Whether you feel stuck, stressed, or unhappy for too long, I will assist you to identify your goals and figure out the way to change. I am a psychologist who speaks Chinese Mandarin and English in New York with more than 15 years of experience, I have the highest level of doctoral training to help people from different ethnic groups and LGBTQ+ community to overcome the challenges and live the best life possible.
(347) 542-8226 View (347) 542-8226
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Karen Starr
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11021
As a licensed clinical psychologist and certified psychoanalyst, I facilitate my clients' efforts toward self-reflection, help them gain a clearer understanding of their life experiences, and bring awareness to their patterns of relating. Although I am also trained in CBT, my orientation is primarily psychodynamic; it promotes self-exploration and insight, along with productive behavior change. I take an active and engaged role with my clients by asking questions, offering alternative perspectives, and suggesting new ways of thinking about issues that may be getting in the way of living a more satisfying life.
As a licensed clinical psychologist and certified psychoanalyst, I facilitate my clients' efforts toward self-reflection, help them gain a clearer understanding of their life experiences, and bring awareness to their patterns of relating. Although I am also trained in CBT, my orientation is primarily psychodynamic; it promotes self-exploration and insight, along with productive behavior change. I take an active and engaged role with my clients by asking questions, offering alternative perspectives, and suggesting new ways of thinking about issues that may be getting in the way of living a more satisfying life.
(516) 482-1259 View (516) 482-1259
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Daniel Gensler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021
I help young people, couples, families and adults with problems in living through brief and long-term therapy as well and through psychoeducational evaluations. Until my recent move from New York to Cambridge, Massachusetts, I ran an externship in working with children and adolescents for many years. I have supervised, taught, presented, and published; I have seen such a variety of problems that I am reluctant to say that I specialize. I approach people as individuals rather than as diagnostic categories, and don't assume a single treatment approach for everyone. The relationship we build is our best tool for making a difference.
I help young people, couples, families and adults with problems in living through brief and long-term therapy as well and through psychoeducational evaluations. Until my recent move from New York to Cambridge, Massachusetts, I ran an externship in working with children and adolescents for many years. I have supervised, taught, presented, and published; I have seen such a variety of problems that I am reluctant to say that I specialize. I approach people as individuals rather than as diagnostic categories, and don't assume a single treatment approach for everyone. The relationship we build is our best tool for making a difference.
(339) 675-2151 View (339) 675-2151
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Dr. Kalli Feldman (Centered Living Psychological Services)
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in NYC with well over a decade of experience empowering and supporting women through life transitions, losses, and breaking distressing energy draining cycles. Are you struggling in relationships, harshly self-critical, unsure of next steps in building the life you want, a new or seasoned parent and feeling triggered and overwhelmed, or experiencing a recent change or loss? Our work together will help you better attune to yourself and build a life that feels centered, authentic, full and joyful.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in NYC with well over a decade of experience empowering and supporting women through life transitions, losses, and breaking distressing energy draining cycles. Are you struggling in relationships, harshly self-critical, unsure of next steps in building the life you want, a new or seasoned parent and feeling triggered and overwhelmed, or experiencing a recent change or loss? Our work together will help you better attune to yourself and build a life that feels centered, authentic, full and joyful.
(929) 732-7432 View (929) 732-7432
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David Todd Goldberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021
Hi. My name is David Goldberg, LCSW. I have 18 years of experience working with patients in an outpatient psychiatry setting as well as school health. I have worked with individuals who have chronic mental health issues including depression, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, adhd, bipolar disorder, psychosis, personality disorders as well as co occurring disorders. I am passionate about helping others make changes and improve their lives through support and guidance. I provide a safe therapeutic environment for my patients where they can feel comfortable expressing their innermost thoughts and feelings without being judged.
Hi. My name is David Goldberg, LCSW. I have 18 years of experience working with patients in an outpatient psychiatry setting as well as school health. I have worked with individuals who have chronic mental health issues including depression, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, adhd, bipolar disorder, psychosis, personality disorders as well as co occurring disorders. I am passionate about helping others make changes and improve their lives through support and guidance. I provide a safe therapeutic environment for my patients where they can feel comfortable expressing their innermost thoughts and feelings without being judged.
(516) 604-3453 View (516) 604-3453
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Barbara Cara Castro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021
Feeling overwhelmed? Are you having trouble understanding why you feel sad, depressed, or anxious? Feeling isolated? Feeling as though others don’t understand what you are experiencing. Or are you having difficulty communicating in your relationships and you're not sure where to turn? Life may seem difficult to manage and cope with mental health concerns. There are times when you feel better but the uncomfortable feelings always seem to return. Please contact me so that we may discuss how therapy can assist you to living your best life so that you can consistently feel in control of your emotions, feelings, behavior and mood state.
Feeling overwhelmed? Are you having trouble understanding why you feel sad, depressed, or anxious? Feeling isolated? Feeling as though others don’t understand what you are experiencing. Or are you having difficulty communicating in your relationships and you're not sure where to turn? Life may seem difficult to manage and cope with mental health concerns. There are times when you feel better but the uncomfortable feelings always seem to return. Please contact me so that we may discuss how therapy can assist you to living your best life so that you can consistently feel in control of your emotions, feelings, behavior and mood state.
(516) 447-3170 View (516) 447-3170
Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.