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Head In The Right Direction Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Cold Spring, NY 10516  (Online Only)
Have you ever felt misunderstood, judged, confused, or couldn't find the "right" words to express yourself? What about feeling lonely in a relationship? We have all encountered or experienced these feelings at one point in our lives. Let's have a conversation to explore and unpack all that you seek. I specialize in Marriage & Family dynamics as well as individual and relationship issues. Unpacking all related topics, we will explore the concepts of communication, commitment, intimacy, marriage, premarital relations, divorce, non-traditional couples, and much more.
Have you ever felt misunderstood, judged, confused, or couldn't find the "right" words to express yourself? What about feeling lonely in a relationship? We have all encountered or experienced these feelings at one point in our lives. Let's have a conversation to explore and unpack all that you seek. I specialize in Marriage & Family dynamics as well as individual and relationship issues. Unpacking all related topics, we will explore the concepts of communication, commitment, intimacy, marriage, premarital relations, divorce, non-traditional couples, and much more.
(845) 666-3294 View (845) 666-3294
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Jenny Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cold Spring, NY 10516
I'm glad you've found yourself here. Acknowledging that you need support right now is a tough but necessary first step. Life and relationships can be complex and I find that it is often helpful have a neutral person to offer a listening ear, guidance, and to facilitate a process of gaining more insight about who you are and what you need. My role would be to help you work towards your goals, which may include building self-compassion, identifying and regulating uncomfortable emotions, processing old traumas, changing negative thoughts and patterns, overcoming challenges, strengthening relationships, implementing new coping skills.
I'm glad you've found yourself here. Acknowledging that you need support right now is a tough but necessary first step. Life and relationships can be complex and I find that it is often helpful have a neutral person to offer a listening ear, guidance, and to facilitate a process of gaining more insight about who you are and what you need. My role would be to help you work towards your goals, which may include building self-compassion, identifying and regulating uncomfortable emotions, processing old traumas, changing negative thoughts and patterns, overcoming challenges, strengthening relationships, implementing new coping skills.
(845) 251-4058 View (845) 251-4058
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Cynthia Poorbaugh
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MFA, LP
Verified Verified
Cold Spring, NY 10516
We all have the fundamental need to grow into and express who we are meant to be. However, this natural process can be inhibited by our need to adapt to pressures of family and society, by trauma, or by seemingly unresolvable contradictions in our personality. The goal of therapy is to bring this latent process to life, and to make it more conscious. A good therapeutic relationship will help you to be more receptive to yourself and to notice and honor these inner workings.
We all have the fundamental need to grow into and express who we are meant to be. However, this natural process can be inhibited by our need to adapt to pressures of family and society, by trauma, or by seemingly unresolvable contradictions in our personality. The goal of therapy is to bring this latent process to life, and to make it more conscious. A good therapeutic relationship will help you to be more receptive to yourself and to notice and honor these inner workings.
(646) 699-3948 View (646) 699-3948

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Alan V. Tepp
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Fishkill, NY 12524
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Psychologist with Post Doctoral Training in Child and Adolescent Psychology. I have extensive training and experience working with couples in marital therapy as well as children and adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, attachment issues, grief issues, and anger control difficulties. I often work with people using attachment-based psychotherapy with an emphasis on building relationships. I place much importance upon developing healthy relationships characterized by openness and honesty, coupled with kindness and compassion.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with Post Doctoral Training in Child and Adolescent Psychology. I have extensive training and experience working with couples in marital therapy as well as children and adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, attachment issues, grief issues, and anger control difficulties. I often work with people using attachment-based psychotherapy with an emphasis on building relationships. I place much importance upon developing healthy relationships characterized by openness and honesty, coupled with kindness and compassion.
(914) 265-1202 View (914) 265-1202
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Lucy McLellan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCAT, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beacon, NY 12508
You feel stuck. At this point in your life, you thought you’d have relationships down - your marriage or partnership would feel meaningful, hard but fulfilling. Instead your interactions with your partner, and perhaps your family, friends, or coworkers. leave you feeling misunderstood, frustrated and alone. How the hell are other people able to “click”? This wasn’t how you envisioned how love would feel in your life.
You feel stuck. At this point in your life, you thought you’d have relationships down - your marriage or partnership would feel meaningful, hard but fulfilling. Instead your interactions with your partner, and perhaps your family, friends, or coworkers. leave you feeling misunderstood, frustrated and alone. How the hell are other people able to “click”? This wasn’t how you envisioned how love would feel in your life.
(646) 328-6246 View (646) 328-6246
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Alternative Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Cornwall, NY 12518
Specialty includes marital counseling, family advocacy, individual therapy, substance dependency, anger management, relationship issues, employment issues, anxiety, and depression.
Licensed psychotherapist, certified hypnotist, holistic practitioner, professor, teacher and author, I help you create a balanced plan for healing with focus on body, mind, and spirit. View website: AlternativeCounselingNY.com
Specialty includes marital counseling, family advocacy, individual therapy, substance dependency, anger management, relationship issues, employment issues, anxiety, and depression.
Licensed psychotherapist, certified hypnotist, holistic practitioner, professor, teacher and author, I help you create a balanced plan for healing with focus on body, mind, and spirit. View website: AlternativeCounselingNY.com
(845) 617-4657 View (845) 617-4657
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Christopher L Villani
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mahopac, NY 10541
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.
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.
(914) 303-7937 View (914) 303-7937
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Perseverance Now Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP, SIFI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Putnam Valley, NY 10579
Great to meet you! My name is Briana! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with over 13 years' experience working with adult individuals, couples, and groups. I seek to not only challenge Clients, but to support, empower, and foster growth towards accomplishing their goals. I look to working with people who need support for Trauma, Addiction, Mental Health, Infertility, Conflict Resolution and Communication.
Great to meet you! My name is Briana! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with over 13 years' experience working with adult individuals, couples, and groups. I seek to not only challenge Clients, but to support, empower, and foster growth towards accomplishing their goals. I look to working with people who need support for Trauma, Addiction, Mental Health, Infertility, Conflict Resolution and Communication.
(845) 516-8830 View (845) 516-8830
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Alexa Wolkoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Alexa Wolkoff, LCSW
Verified Verified
Peekskill, NY 10566
Waitlist for new clients
Our thoughts, beliefs and bodies reflect our emotional struggles. We often come to therapy when old ways of coping aren't working anymore- when we long for comfort, relief, or more authentic and deeper connections in our relationships. The whole person needs to be addressed in times of crisis, transition and loss. Healing is a word derived from the German hailjan- “to make whole.” I work with a holistic, acceptance-based and contemplative approach to psychotherapy. Practicing self-compassion and self- acceptance lead to less reactivity and more peaceful, integrated and intentional lives.
Our thoughts, beliefs and bodies reflect our emotional struggles. We often come to therapy when old ways of coping aren't working anymore- when we long for comfort, relief, or more authentic and deeper connections in our relationships. The whole person needs to be addressed in times of crisis, transition and loss. Healing is a word derived from the German hailjan- “to make whole.” I work with a holistic, acceptance-based and contemplative approach to psychotherapy. Practicing self-compassion and self- acceptance lead to less reactivity and more peaceful, integrated and intentional lives.
(646) 798-9046 View (646) 798-9046
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Mark Schiffman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LMT, EFT
Verified Verified
Mahopac Falls, NY 10542
Let me help you release your physical and emotional pain so you can let go of worries, stress, dissatisfaction and sadness. Individualized strategies are developed so that you and your loved ones can reach goals, foster positive energy and maximize potential. I work with both children and adults. Play therapy, behavioral techniques and a safe, nurturing environment is key for a younger population. In addition, compassionate listening, reflective exploration and a non-judgmental, supportive environment is provided for everyone.
Let me help you release your physical and emotional pain so you can let go of worries, stress, dissatisfaction and sadness. Individualized strategies are developed so that you and your loved ones can reach goals, foster positive energy and maximize potential. I work with both children and adults. Play therapy, behavioral techniques and a safe, nurturing environment is key for a younger population. In addition, compassionate listening, reflective exploration and a non-judgmental, supportive environment is provided for everyone.
(914) 265-1079 View (914) 265-1079
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Riverview Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Fishkill, NY 12524
Riverview Psychological Services offers an experienced and dedicated staff of mental health professionals with diverse backgrounds, interests, and skills. We provide therapeutic services and psychological / neuropsychological assessment for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Conveniently located in Fishkill and Carmel, NY, we accept many insurance plans and Medicare. Immediate appointments available. ........................OVER 65 and on Medicare? Ask about NO-COST memory / cognitive testing. You will receive a free report with your results and recommendations to help preserve or improve your thinking skills.
Riverview Psychological Services offers an experienced and dedicated staff of mental health professionals with diverse backgrounds, interests, and skills. We provide therapeutic services and psychological / neuropsychological assessment for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Conveniently located in Fishkill and Carmel, NY, we accept many insurance plans and Medicare. Immediate appointments available. ........................OVER 65 and on Medicare? Ask about NO-COST memory / cognitive testing. You will receive a free report with your results and recommendations to help preserve or improve your thinking skills.
(845) 719-4960 x2 View (845) 719-4960 x2
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Dominique T Dodson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
Newburgh, NY 12550  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Dominique T. Dodson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience practicing with children, adolescents, adults, parents, and families. She provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your life experiences, goals, and potential. She believes that we all have the ability to grow as we develop a deeper understanding of ourselves.
Dominique T. Dodson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience practicing with children, adolescents, adults, parents, and families. She provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your life experiences, goals, and potential. She believes that we all have the ability to grow as we develop a deeper understanding of ourselves.
(845) 415-6056 View (845) 415-6056
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Nicole Iliev
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Wappingers Falls, NY 12590  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with stress related to work or relationships? Are decisions tough and transitions scary? Life is challenging for everyone at times. External and internal roadblocks can affect our actions. In our mind we can replay one event over a dozen times, that plan various outcomes to a single upcoming event, that compare our journey to others, that judge and criticize our thoughts, feelings and actions, that spiral to large (often painful) conclusions from seemingly small events.
Are you struggling with stress related to work or relationships? Are decisions tough and transitions scary? Life is challenging for everyone at times. External and internal roadblocks can affect our actions. In our mind we can replay one event over a dozen times, that plan various outcomes to a single upcoming event, that compare our journey to others, that judge and criticize our thoughts, feelings and actions, that spiral to large (often painful) conclusions from seemingly small events.
(516) 412-6480 View (516) 412-6480
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Hudson Valley Center for Development
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New Windsor, NY 12553
The Hudson Valley Center for Development is a Mt. Sinai associated mental health services practice created in 2007 to meet the emotional needs of adults, children, adolescents, and families in Orange County and the lower Hudson Valley. Our warm and experienced staff provide in person psychotherapy and tele-therapy.
The Hudson Valley Center for Development is a Mt. Sinai associated mental health services practice created in 2007 to meet the emotional needs of adults, children, adolescents, and families in Orange County and the lower Hudson Valley. Our warm and experienced staff provide in person psychotherapy and tele-therapy.
(845) 295-1438 View (845) 295-1438
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Tracyann Podias
MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
New Windsor, NY 12553
I work best with motivated individuals who will work with me and be courageous enough to be honest about their feelings, and fears. My clients are expected to do assignments, readings and offer feedback. I thoroughly enjoy the progress that an individual can make through self-discovery that counseling offers. Ultimately we are the masters of our own lives, and it is by allowing the individual to unlock their own capabilities and potential, that the therapist is truly a success. I offer my listening skills, a non-judgmental approach and respect for individual thoughts and feelings.
I work best with motivated individuals who will work with me and be courageous enough to be honest about their feelings, and fears. My clients are expected to do assignments, readings and offer feedback. I thoroughly enjoy the progress that an individual can make through self-discovery that counseling offers. Ultimately we are the masters of our own lives, and it is by allowing the individual to unlock their own capabilities and potential, that the therapist is truly a success. I offer my listening skills, a non-judgmental approach and respect for individual thoughts and feelings.
(845) 218-7963 View (845) 218-7963
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Scarlett F Torrez
LMHC
Verified Verified
Newburgh, NY 12551  (Online Only)
At a very young age I struggled to find someone I could relate to. I wanted to find someone that I could speak to freely and without judgement. I never found that as a young adult. As an adult I saw the need in my own community for mental health and family dynamics. All I have ever wanted to do and dedicated my entire life to is mental health wellbeing and understanding we all have the resources and the will power to overcome adversities.
At a very young age I struggled to find someone I could relate to. I wanted to find someone that I could speak to freely and without judgement. I never found that as a young adult. As an adult I saw the need in my own community for mental health and family dynamics. All I have ever wanted to do and dedicated my entire life to is mental health wellbeing and understanding we all have the resources and the will power to overcome adversities.
(732) 993-4044 View (732) 993-4044
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Benjamin Hindell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New Windsor, NY 12553
Do you feel as if there is a weight holding you down in life? It may be based in shame and guilt or a feeling of being stuck. What would it feel like to better understand yourself and to move towards a freer and more authentic version of yourself? I pride myself in creating a safe and collaborative environment where we can begin to explore obstacles such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, addiction, and navigating life choices. My focus is to help you meet your goals and sense of potential.
Do you feel as if there is a weight holding you down in life? It may be based in shame and guilt or a feeling of being stuck. What would it feel like to better understand yourself and to move towards a freer and more authentic version of yourself? I pride myself in creating a safe and collaborative environment where we can begin to explore obstacles such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, addiction, and navigating life choices. My focus is to help you meet your goals and sense of potential.
(845) 237-3955 View (845) 237-3955
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Yara Goldstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newburgh, NY 12551
Hello and welcome to my practice. Asking for help is not easy, so I am so glad you are here! Therapists are not a one size fits all and finding the right fit for you, your family, and/or your child is so important for therapy to be successful. My approach with clients is always collaborative, genuine and warm, and I use both empathy and humor. I am client-centered, strengths based, and solutions focused. I utilize multiple therapeutic modalities to correspond with the needs of each individual client, meeting them where they are at.
Hello and welcome to my practice. Asking for help is not easy, so I am so glad you are here! Therapists are not a one size fits all and finding the right fit for you, your family, and/or your child is so important for therapy to be successful. My approach with clients is always collaborative, genuine and warm, and I use both empathy and humor. I am client-centered, strengths based, and solutions focused. I utilize multiple therapeutic modalities to correspond with the needs of each individual client, meeting them where they are at.
(475) 251-4204 View (475) 251-4204
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Yecika Otonichar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bear Mountain, NY 10911  (Online Only)
I am a bilingual therapist with over nine years of experience providing care. I value diversity and believe in the power of collaboration to effect change. After our sessions, I hope you feel more connected to yourself and the world around you. I focus on your needs while working together to achieve your goals and improve your day-to-day living.
I am a bilingual therapist with over nine years of experience providing care. I value diversity and believe in the power of collaboration to effect change. After our sessions, I hope you feel more connected to yourself and the world around you. I focus on your needs while working together to achieve your goals and improve your day-to-day living.
(646) 502-7528 View (646) 502-7528
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Jose J Vasquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
A seasoned Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, I obtained my Master's in Clinical Social Work from the prestigious Fordham University's Advanced Standing Program, specializing in therapy for couples, individuals, and young people. I further honed my expertise with a postgraduate degree from the Albert Ellis Institute.
A seasoned Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, I obtained my Master's in Clinical Social Work from the prestigious Fordham University's Advanced Standing Program, specializing in therapy for couples, individuals, and young people. I further honed my expertise with a postgraduate degree from the Albert Ellis Institute.
(845) 286-4493 View (845) 286-4493

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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.