Therapists in Garden City, NY

At Innovative Therapy, our patient promise is to be there for you in your journey to a happier you. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain and move forward to where you want to be in your life. Marriage and family therapists provide individual, couple, family, relational and group therapy. Marriage and Family Therapists assess, treat and implement change in the overall, long-term well-being of individuals, couples, families and other relationships. The traditional emphasis on the individual is expanded to include consideration of the nature and roles of individuals in relation to others.

Dr. Angela Fung is a licensed mental health counselor and adjunct instructor in the Master’s Program for Counseling for Mental Health & Wellness at New York University. She finds great joy in walking alongside her clients through a meaningful journey of healing and behavioral transformation. Angela’s many years of working with individuals, couples, and groups have shaped her approach to client centered counseling and compassionate care.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in the State of New York and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Arizona. I specialize in treating Eating Disorders, trauma, addictions, anxiety and depression. I work collaboratively with a team of professionals who specialize in eating disorders; including therapists, nutritionists, medical doctors and Dr. Jeffrey DeSarbo, Psychiatrist, Founder and Medical Director of ED-180. I am a Trauma-Informed Therapist; Certified in EMDR and an Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapist.

I help people from all walks of life reduce feelings of overwhelm and discomfort by growing their confidence, achieving their personal goals and being able to bring their best selves to their relationships. Life can be challenging--and we are not meant to go through it without a good support system. I will be part of that support for you, and most importantly, show you how to realize your own internal strengths that you can tap into whenever life throws you a curve ball. You already have everything you need and I can show you how to find it.

As Garden City Living Magazine’s Mental Health Expert, I specialize in improving how couples talk to each other. I’ve developed a unique approach called “Mindful Communication.” In our first few sessions, I take you through the top ten blocks to intimacy I created for you to spot where you’re stuck. Then we review the Ground Rules - 10 dos and don’ts in your conversations going forward so you get on the same page about what’s acceptable and what’s not in how you talk to each other. Once we have this solid foundation, I coach you through real time conversations to make you expert communicators and empathizes - key to reviving love.

I am a caring straight shooting therapist best for the person who wants direction and honesty to effect quick change in themselves and their lives. I have a long history of helping people who are struggling with various issues in life. My experience is extremely diversified and seasoned. My abilities come from lots of education and an abundance of my own life experience. I utilize various modalities of treatment and integrate whatever will work best for my patients. I will help you to effect positive changes in your life if you are willing to work and accept change. I am a strong believer in God and I utilize spiritual direction .

You deserve to live a happier and healthier life. Together, we can begin to understand your situation, and then create a plan that will address the issues that are causing you stress. Do you feel overwhelmed with issues that are unmanageable to deal with? Are you unsure about how to achieve your goals? Therapy is a powerful tool utilized to help resolve the problems you are experiencing. It strengthens our coping tools and our sense of self. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, compulsions/addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and developing action plans to address goal setting.

I believe that you, as a unique individual, have a deep well of strengths and talents which you may sometimes struggle to fully access due to any number of difficulties and roadblocks you have encountered in your lifetime. These roadblocks can interfere with any aspect of your life, whether it be finding and maintaining a truly meaningful relationship, identifying and pursuing a satisfying career, dealing with the seemingly unbearable loss of someone you love, or simply attaining a feeling of inner calm from which you can more successfully face all the challenges in your life.

At times it may seem as if we're at odds with our mind. The thoughts and feelings we experience seem overwhelming. We can convince ourselves we're undeserving of contentment, love, happiness, success, acceptance, etc. Where does that come from and why is it so easy to believe? For those of us in the LGBTQIA+ community, there are added layers we need to work through, making it difficult for us to thrive. Therapy can play a meaningful role by providing a space to work through the layers, confront our hurtful thoughts and feelings, unburden ourselves of the past, and truly learn to thrive.

People come to me because of some degree of dissatisfaction or unhappiness in their lives. They may have any number of concerns including: irritibility, frustration, worry, or depression, or physical symptoms such as restlessness, difficulty sleeping, pain or discomfort. They may know pretty well why they feel the way they do, or they may feel thoroughly confused. My focus is not limited only to treating symptoms, but also to making one's life and relationships really work. I am unwavering in my commitment to facilitating an authentic and lasting satisfaction in the lives of my patients and clients.

Trying your best? Taking good care of your emotional well being, is almost as important as your body. Are you motivated to change and grow? You need the right person to help you reach your goals? I practice what I preach. “See me”and “hear me”. “Make it safe”. Often this is the beginning of what is missing in relationships. It's hard to ask for help. Being in a relationship is tricky. I appreciate people who are brave to say: "I need help with my life.", "I want to change my life.", & "I am unhappy.". I can help transform your hopes into action. You CAN change your life....if you have the will and desire to do so.

Have dedicated my life in accompanying people on their voyages of self-exploration to reach inner peace. Through interweaving traditional approaches with psycho-spiritual disciplines, the following theories and modalities serve as the foundation for my work: the Voice Dialogue Method, Quantum Physics theory, Hypnotherapy, Art, Movement, Dream Work and Energetics. Please tune in to my podcast called Awareness Sucks to familiarize yourself with my approach.

Patience. Tolerance. Acceptance. Love. These are the watchwords for relationships. characteristics do you experience with romantic partners, family members, friends, and co-workers? Does your love relationship exist with high conflict and stress? Compulsive behaviors, addictions, trauma, secrets, and betrayal hurt. They may go un-addressed or unnoticed until a crisis hits or tensions grow large. You don't need to live with this hurt or wait for crisis. Productive communication, intimacy, and sex are at the heart of relationship health. Recovery and healing bring greater joy and depth to all these areas of your life and relationships.

I am a Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years experience in the field, which includes providing counseling to adults, children and couples. As a member of the incredible staff of Long Island Psychology, our primary focus is ensuring our clients' comfort in treatment while developing a therapeutic plan that is tailored to their needs and strengths. I have helped guide individuals in overcoming challenges related to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma/PTSD, codependency, addictive behaviors, gender dysphoria, grief, family conflict as well as many other issues that stem from biological and environmental sources.

Wellness, sex, and relationships play a vital role in our everyday lives so let's work together to achieve your individual goals and relationship satisfaction. My dedication and passion for guiding clients and supervisees is unmatched as I not only help you survive, but thrive. My treatment and supervision specializations include trauma, anxiety, sex and intimacy, sexual dysfunctions, sexuality exploration, gender diversity, and relationships. My experience in counselor education, counseling supervision, and research supports counselors-in-training seeking personal growth, multicultural competency, and professional development.

Trust is the foundation of any successful relationship. Without it, communication breaks down and conflict rears its head. Through Hal’s decades of experience, he has cultivated strategies and techniques to help couples rebuild trust and strengthen their bond. He has mentored couples counselors over thirty years and has himself been a couples counselor since 1978. One of Hal's key teachings is the importance of vulnerability in a relationship. He encourages couples to open up and share some of their deepest fears and insecurities, Creating a safe space enabling partners to feel understood. Turning those hopeless feelings into hope.

There is nothing wrong with you for feeling afraid, anxious, depressed, angry, depleted of energy, numb, lost, and confused. In fact, your courage and your willingness to be vulnerable are what make you resilient. Your body is responding to its environment, and that’s normal. It is sending you messages and we are going to decipher those messages together. Be so kind to yourself as you are about to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing.

Welcome! My name is Cathy and I am here for you. It takes courage and vulnerability to seek out support. I can offer you a safe place to breathe and explore issues that you are finding challenging. We will work together towards a more empowering place of calm/happiness, particularly during this unprecedented pandemic.

Are you or your family suffering from past trauma? Do you suffer from depression or anxiety? Do you come from a chaotic home life or suffer from substance abuse? Whatever is bothering you, there is hope. If you are motivated to change and have a goal of leading a fulfilled, productive, happy life then you have already made the first step to making that happen by reading this. I believe that everyone can be happy and live up to their full potential if they are open to change. So, if you are looking to heal the wounds that the world has inflicted on you, let me help you.