Multicultural Therapists in Astoria, NY

Often times we find ourselves feeling frustrated with relationships, either at home or at work. Perhaps we are in transition, adjusting to major life events such as the loss of a job, loss of a significant person, or caring for an aging parent. Depression, anxiety and stress can get in the way of living a more full, productive and satisfying life. Utilizing a supportive, non-judgmental, collaborative and engaged therapeutic relationship, I can help you understand those internal barriers, with the goal of relieving those symptoms.

The yearning for belonging, understanding and acceptance is part of the human experience. When one feels mistranslated, misunderstood, displaced and "other-ized", our bodies can send us signals that something is wrong. Perhaps it can show up with anxiety, depression, isolation, or feelings of hopelessness. I can imagine it is hard to show up and ask for help. There is no shame or judgment in asking for help. I am here to make space for your messy and complex human experience.

Feeling stuck? Life stress can make you feel down, anxious, angry, defeated, hopeless and helpless. Life stressors and the accompanying emotions can keep you up at night, cause a loss of appetite, and irritability. Ideally, you want to “get over it,” but for some reason, it has been getting worse and affecting you, your relationships with family and friends, and even at work. Then you find yourself wondering, “What’s wrong with me?”

Have you had a rough year? Is “rough” an enormous understatement? Loneliness, money worries, fretting over what the future holds... You’re not alone in feeling a bit lost, down, and anxious, considering everything that’s happened in just this past year. But just by reading this, you’ve taken an incredibly important step. You’ve taken a step towards personal growth and increased well-being, and you deserve all of the support you can get along the way. I would love to meet you, and together, we can come up with a plan to make our time as beneficial as it can be for you.

(*not currently accepting new clients) Depression, anxiety and trauma can interfere with our relationships, creativity, spontaneity and work. I utilize a collaborative, individualized approach to treating these issues, and teach practical coping skills using a blend of warmth, focus, compassion and humor.

At times in our lives, we may encounter challenging circumstances or a series of stressful life events that can be taxing and troublesome for anyone to navigate. Psychotherapy can help you build on your existing areas of strength, work through challenges that you are facing, and help you work to bring about changes you would like to make to improve your quality of life. In our clinical sessions, a therapeutically safe and empathic environment is provided as we work together on addressing your personal goals.

The first step is realizing you’re facing a challenge that needs your attention and can't be ignored. The second step is realizing that you need assistance processing and fully understanding it. The third and last step is deciding to make a change in your life by starting a therapeutic relationship with an effective and experienced psychotherapist.

Mental Health and Substance Use Counselor eager to apply contemporary approaches to practice, assessment, and treatment. I am pleased to announce that I am now accepting clients for Telehealth individual, couples, and family Psychotherapy and consultation services with United Healthcare, Cigna, Oscar Health, and Oxford insurance through Headway. I offer free 15 minute Telehealth phone and video consultation to explore presenting issues and appropriate services. If you have any referrals or questions on rates/services, I can be contacted at JoMelendez.Telehealth@gmail.com. Hope to hear from you soon!

The Psychotherapy and Counseling Center offers psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. Our director, Zoia Sizgoric, LCSW, has over 20 years experience in helping others just like you reach their goals. We focus on your strengths and offer support and guidance to help you overcome difficult times in your life. We provide treatment for depression, anxiety/phobias, trauma, domestic violence, ADHD, behavioral problems, anger management, eating disorders, difficulties at work, and marital or family problems. We also make referrals to community psychiatrists as needed.

Let's work together to overcome the stressors that have been burdening your life. Therapy by no means solves all the issues we face day to day. What I do is help you find the strength that you have always had, but has been buried by hardship. This happens to all of us at some point, and it is at that moment that we need help. Help is the service I provide, and am happy to do so. So, let's work together to find your strength, and overcome your adversity.

Perhaps you're struggling with a significant life difficulty, or perhaps things are going ok, but you feel that something is missing. As you have come to a point that you have considered to make a change, whether it be a change in yourself, your relationship with others, or another area of your life, it is important to enter into a therapeutic relationship characterized by safety, trust, and professionalism. Our experienced team of clinicians is specialized in: anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger, grief & bereavement, addiction, relationship issues, dating coaching, jealousy, work & career issues, stress & burnout.

Navigating life’s difficulties can be challenging, especially during this time of physical and emotional isolation. I honor all as unique individuals and value your life experiences. Prior to counseling, my background was in music where I maintained a professional position in the arts for over 20 years. I can relate to the many challenges artists face on a deeper level and I understand the pain and frustration that comes with being creative and sensitive. I value the importance of cultivating a strong therapeutic relationship so we can collaborate in finding the tools within yourself to move towards positive growth and change.

Are you feeling as if everything in your life is spiraling downward? Perhaps you are tired, sad, lonely, having difficulties concentrating and focusing. Are you having difficulty coping with an event that occurred in your past? You may be feeling fearful or mistrustful of others as a result of this past event. Do you feel anxious and find yourself constantly worrying about things? Is your relationship with your significant other plagued with constant fighting? Do you feel like no matter what you do, nothing ever gets better? Do you feel like giving up? I am here to let you know, that you are not alone, and there is help.

I am a bilingual Clinical Social Worker, with over 20 years of experience both as a therapist and clinical supervisor, treating anxiety, depression, PTSD and other life issues. I understand that seeking help can be a difficult step. I will listen to your concerns attentively and with care to define your expectations and goals for treatment. I believe lives can be improved, and my optimism stems from witnessing clients change relational interactions, emotional responses, and creating more satisfying life's narratives. My approach is guided by psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, problem-solving principles.

Hello, I am a warm and dedicated therapist interested in helping you cope with relationship problems, anxiety, depression, trauma and acculturation issues. I am also interested in helping you adjust to a new struggle or stage of life. I have been working in mental health for 20+ years and I am down to earth and solution-focused. I will help you identify a goal and work with you step-by-step to achieve that goal.

I believe that we all possess the ability to gain a deeper understanding of ourselves, which can serve as a guide in helping us to overcome long-standing or temporary upsetting obstacles in life. I have worked as a clinician in diverse settings;I'm currently receiving post-graduate training at the William Alanson White Institute 2016-2019.I provide psychotherapy in Spanish and English to children/adolescents, families, and also adults. I specialize in treating trauma related issues, difficulties with depression and/or anxiety that can, at times, create problems in different environments (work, school, at home) and within relationships.

Every person is different. Using a client-centered approach, I work with your individual needs and focus for therapy. Sometimes clients may seek change in their lives, want to process experiences or understand themselves better. Whether you are sad about the past or worried about the future, I am well versed in multiple therapeutic modalities to be able to help.

If you, or someone you know is going through a tough time, talking to someone is one of the best possible things you can do. One of the advantages of talking to a counselor is that they do not know your friends, your family and they do not have opinions about how you should be living your life. It can be easier to open up and tell me things you might not tell other people. You do not have to worry about being judged.

In life we can experience chaos and turmoil that can make us feel lost. In psychotherapy I work with individuals interested in self improvement & creating a life in which they feel satisfied & fulfilled. My approach is client-focused & I use interventions from my training in self-psychology psychoanalysis, psychodynamic theory & skills-building therapy modalities. I have successfully helped clients to identify the life they would like to live and change their patterns to accomplish the goals they strive for. My clients improve their ability to manage emotions, heal from past traumas, increase self-awareness, & improve self-love!

Do you wonder what your life would be like if you didn't let fear, worry, and self-doubt hold you back? If you could just stop over thinking and analyzing everything you might actually have a life! All the ways you hold stress in your mind and body wear you down. You've tried so many ways to feel better. You've scoured the internet, talked to friends, and sometimes you and manage to calm down; but each day feels like a repeat of the last and you are tired. I understand how awful it feels and I know how badly you want it to go away. Please know that it isn't your fault and that your life will be better.