Photo of Cole (Nicole) Schulz, Counselor in Shirley, NY
Cole (Nicole) Schulz
Counselor, LMHC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Shirley, NY 11967  (Online Only)
Specialties include Gender issues, adolescents, anger, trauma, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ, sexuality/intimacy issues, couples/marriage counseling, and addictions.
Thank you for looking at my page and congratulations on taking the first step in the changes you seek. Therapy is an intimate and trusting journey and the most important factor is your comfort level with your therapist. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been in practice for over 22 years. I am an easy listener who enjoys using creative approaches to help you move toward your goals with confidence. My Team, Creative Concepts Counseling, has had great success with both individuals and couples counseling (non-traditional couples especially) and we look forward to working with you. Also offering Clinical Supervision.
Specialties include Gender issues, adolescents, anger, trauma, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ, sexuality/intimacy issues, couples/marriage counseling, and addictions.
Thank you for looking at my page and congratulations on taking the first step in the changes you seek. Therapy is an intimate and trusting journey and the most important factor is your comfort level with your therapist. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been in practice for over 22 years. I am an easy listener who enjoys using creative approaches to help you move toward your goals with confidence. My Team, Creative Concepts Counseling, has had great success with both individuals and couples counseling (non-traditional couples especially) and we look forward to working with you. Also offering Clinical Supervision.
(631) 721-4101 View (631) 721-4101

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Priscilla Karpin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSTIP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Moriches, NY 11940
As a marriage and family therapist, my lens considers the impact of the bigger picture.
I am a psychotherapist that utilizes a systemic and humanistic approach when working with my clients. My areas of expertise include relationship issues, sex therapy, mood and anxiety disorders, depression, perinatal and women's health, and major life transitions. I work with individuals and couples; both monogamous and non-monogamous.
As a marriage and family therapist, my lens considers the impact of the bigger picture.
I am a psychotherapist that utilizes a systemic and humanistic approach when working with my clients. My areas of expertise include relationship issues, sex therapy, mood and anxiety disorders, depression, perinatal and women's health, and major life transitions. I work with individuals and couples; both monogamous and non-monogamous.
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Dr. Mitch and Lisa Marriages/Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Medford, NY 11763
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
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Nella Hahn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, R, Pa
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Moriches, NY 11940
I treat depression/anxiety, sexual trauma, relationship/marital discord, and eating disorders.
I am an experienced and compassionate therapist who helps many individuals feel better about life. I work with people who are not reaching their potential- either professionally or personally. My goal is to provide you with a professional, yet personal atmosphere where you will experience comfort and safety working toward healing and restoration. As an experienced therapist, I guide individuals toward success in different areas of their lives. If you feel you are not reaching your full potential, but are motivated to do so, I will help you achieve your goal.
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I am an experienced and compassionate therapist who helps many individuals feel better about life. I work with people who are not reaching their potential- either professionally or personally. My goal is to provide you with a professional, yet personal atmosphere where you will experience comfort and safety working toward healing and restoration. As an experienced therapist, I guide individuals toward success in different areas of their lives. If you feel you are not reaching your full potential, but are motivated to do so, I will help you achieve your goal.
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Nicole L Zayas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Blue Point, NY 11715  (Online Only)
Are you unsatisfied with your personal, professional, and/or romantic relationships? Do you constantly feel like your falling short in several areas of your life? Have you tried to change certain behaviors but just can’t seem to stick with it? Now more than ever, women and families are overwhelmed trying to do it all and can’t seem to get ahead. At Arriving Full Circle, we are passionate about engaging women who are curious about themselves and the unconscious patterns that are driving behavior. Once we better understand ourselves and our nature, we can learn new skills, habits, and ways of being.
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Kathleen Raiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Medford, NY 11763  (Online Only)
Do you find yourself losing all hope, feeling more overwhelmed possibly even defeated taking on the many forms of life stressors? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, and/or problems in your relationships with others, that are interfering or impacting your life in negative ways? Has this possibly brought on the misuse of Alcohol? If you can identify or relate to any of these and have decided to do something about it, you have come to the right place! Together we can learn to better understand your situations and what you can do about it. Let's restore your hope & discover your strengths to overcome the obstacles.
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Lauren Lara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Holtsville, NY 11742  (Online Only)
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Bob Raymond
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bellport, NY 11713
Life is a series of transitions. We often need help in moving from a place of discomfort to a place of calmness, safety, and satisfaction. The process of psychotherapy can help you get to that better place. I work with individuals, couples, and families with a focus on achieving self-understanding for the purpose of changing situations which are stressful and unpleasant. My practice is all inclusive, treating those seemingly well adjusted yet with nagging underlying dissatisfactions to those experiencing extreme distress, alienation, and shame.
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Michaela Donohue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772
Michaela has experience working with individuals who struggle with a wide range of mental health issues such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, low self esteem, and stress management. Michaela acknowledges that everyone has their own challenges and deserves to be heard. Michaela believes that every individual is different therefore utilizes the therapeutic intervention that will benefit each client the most. Interventions include: CBT, DBT, Executive Functioning skills training, Motivational Interviewing, and more. Michaela provides a relaxed and comfortable space for her clients to feel safe and secure.
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Katherine Orobona
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Yaphank, NY 11980
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Kyle William McEvoy
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
East Moriches, NY 11940
Kyle is the Founder and President of Collaborative, a multidisciplinary clinical community focused on establishing effective, evidence-based treatment founded on an adaptive mentalization-based treatment model. He holds advanced training in mentalization-based and adaptive mentalization-based integrative treatment through the Anna Freud Centre for Children and Families. He specializes in complex attachment and identity-related disorders such as borderline, avoidant, antisocial, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personalities, along with gender-diverse individuals.
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Hayden Cruz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manorville, NY 11949
At East End Mental Health, we believe in the integrative approach to behavioral health and psychiatric care. We offer our clients comprehensive array of treatment options which include individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, psychotherapy groups, psychiatric evaluations, psychopharmacotherapies, and laboratory diagnostic/genetic testing services.
At East End Mental Health, we believe in the integrative approach to behavioral health and psychiatric care. We offer our clients comprehensive array of treatment options which include individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, psychotherapy groups, psychiatric evaluations, psychopharmacotherapies, and laboratory diagnostic/genetic testing services.
(631) 685-2002 View (631) 685-2002
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Lisa Aguilar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Holbrook, NY 11741  (Online Only)
Hi there! First, let me say that I am so proud of you for taking this step toward self-improvement. Whether it’s to address how we cope with everyday stressors, or to explore more deeply rooted issues that keep us from living to our greatest potential, therapy helps us to identify and repair the circumstances that may be holding us back. My foremost priority is to create a safe space for this work, built upon trust, empathy, warmth, absence of judgment, humor, and a focused interest in what makes you, YOU! My personalized approach will target your specific needs which we will uncover together as your story unfolds.
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Tanya Byrnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Moriches, NY 11940  (Online Only)
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. If you are feeling hopeless, frustrated, stressed or anxious I would love to help you out. Most of my clients see me to help navigate through feelings of anxiety, depression, stress and struggles to communicate their thoughts and feelings effectively. I believe that therapy is more about the journey and not just the destination and I would like to help be a part of the journey of finding your best self.
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Nancy L Cerullo, LCSW-R, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772
Reaching out for help can be scary. I aim to make that process a smooth one with support and encouragement. I am a Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience as a therapist. My clients come to me with a wide range of concerns, such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, illness in themselves or a loved one, and much more. What I see time and time again that they have in common is a feeling of powerlessness. Whether it be over their symptoms, their family members, relationships and even themselves. I help them to understand themselves and their circumstances more fully.
Reaching out for help can be scary. I aim to make that process a smooth one with support and encouragement. I am a Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience as a therapist. My clients come to me with a wide range of concerns, such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, illness in themselves or a loved one, and much more. What I see time and time again that they have in common is a feeling of powerlessness. Whether it be over their symptoms, their family members, relationships and even themselves. I help them to understand themselves and their circumstances more fully.
(516) 321-4575 View (516) 321-4575
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Linda McLehose
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, DBT-LBC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772
For over 20 years I have been helping adolescents, adults and couples identify thought patterns and behaviors that are no longer working for them. Using a variety of interventions and strategies, I can help you learn effective coping skills resulting in a meaningful and joyous life. If you are a couple experiencing relationship challenges, I can help you get your relationship back on track by using evidence-based strategies to help deepen your connection and improve communication.
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(631) 894-9592 View (631) 894-9592
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Angelina Graziosi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, BSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772  (Online Only)
In the blink of an eye, the world has changed overnight. You may be struggling with insomnia or moods that upset you and that are damaging your intimate, family, and peer relationships. Recent changes in society and your living situation may have triggered life transitions which have sorely stretched your ability to cope. You may feel stuck in a repetitive cycle, making the same mistakes over and over without understanding why and feeling powerless to make productive and positive changes. Maybe you feel traumatized or that choice has been taken from you and you are grasping at regaining some semblance of normalcy in your life.
In the blink of an eye, the world has changed overnight. You may be struggling with insomnia or moods that upset you and that are damaging your intimate, family, and peer relationships. Recent changes in society and your living situation may have triggered life transitions which have sorely stretched your ability to cope. You may feel stuck in a repetitive cycle, making the same mistakes over and over without understanding why and feeling powerless to make productive and positive changes. Maybe you feel traumatized or that choice has been taken from you and you are grasping at regaining some semblance of normalcy in your life.
(631) 364-7739 View (631) 364-7739
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Country Cottage Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Counselor, MS-LMHC
Verified Verified
Manorville, NY 11949
As your therapist I would like to help you find balance and peace to embrace your true self. My goal is to strengthen your whole person so you can achieve an optimal life. I believe that together, we can build the life you have always wanted. As your therapist, I will collaborate with you to succeed in the treatment that is tailored to your needs. I will work to establish a safe and nurturing environment where you will feel validated, listened to, and heard with kindness and compassion. I look forward to partnering with you if you are seeking positive change in your life."
As your therapist I would like to help you find balance and peace to embrace your true self. My goal is to strengthen your whole person so you can achieve an optimal life. I believe that together, we can build the life you have always wanted. As your therapist, I will collaborate with you to succeed in the treatment that is tailored to your needs. I will work to establish a safe and nurturing environment where you will feel validated, listened to, and heard with kindness and compassion. I look forward to partnering with you if you are seeking positive change in your life."
(631) 449-7179 View (631) 449-7179
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Marcie Bligh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Patchogue, NY 11772  (Online Only)
We are born with the ability to persevere through resiliency when we recognize our strengths as individuals. People seeking therapy often times express feeling "stuck" due to an array of complex emotions and experiences both past and present. We now know through the science behind neuroplasticity that our brains are ever evolving and capable of creating the type of changes to enhance our quality of life and living. Through therapy we look to capture these emotions, thoughts and behaviors to overcome the sense of stagnation, and to begin a new chapter.
We are born with the ability to persevere through resiliency when we recognize our strengths as individuals. People seeking therapy often times express feeling "stuck" due to an array of complex emotions and experiences both past and present. We now know through the science behind neuroplasticity that our brains are ever evolving and capable of creating the type of changes to enhance our quality of life and living. Through therapy we look to capture these emotions, thoughts and behaviors to overcome the sense of stagnation, and to begin a new chapter.
(631) 869-7620 View (631) 869-7620
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Myra Weinstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Patchogue, NY 11772
Our sessions are a safe place to unleash your anxiety, stress, or depression. I connect with my clients easily and take an active role in moving you forward in life-changing ways. Talking with an experienced, caring, and non-judgmental listener helps my clients heal, change and make a difference in their lives. Individuals and couples uncover strategies to recognize and change self-defeating thoughts and behaviors that result in negative outcomes in themselves and their relationships.
Our sessions are a safe place to unleash your anxiety, stress, or depression. I connect with my clients easily and take an active role in moving you forward in life-changing ways. Talking with an experienced, caring, and non-judgmental listener helps my clients heal, change and make a difference in their lives. Individuals and couples uncover strategies to recognize and change self-defeating thoughts and behaviors that result in negative outcomes in themselves and their relationships.
(631) 973-4555 View (631) 973-4555

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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.