Therapists in Albany, NY

I am a NYS Licensed Mental Health Counselor who earned her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University at Albany in 2011. I have a broad range of experience working with children, families, couples, and adults. Through client-centered, behavioral, and solution-focused therapies, I counsel patients on how to handle critical life issues and work toward achieving their goals. My approach to counseling reflects my passion for helping individuals discover their own personal strength and life path.

Is the stress of life becoming difficult to manage? Maybe you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed. Or maybe you would like to understand your reactions and relationships better. It is a sign of strength to reach out for help when facing a challenge. My clients come to therapy with many types of goals including dealing with life stresses and making decisions, feelings of sadness or anxiety, understanding their identity better, relationship and sexual concerns, grief and loss, and managing medical problems. Together, we identify realistic ways to make key changes that get them on the path to feeling better.

Dr. Neil Cervera is a licensed New York State Psychotherapist, who received his doctorate from New York University. Dr. Cervera has been in practice for more than 30 years. In addition, he is a Research Assistant Professor Emeritus in the School of Social Welfare at the University at Albany. He is a specialist in the areas of Infertility Therapy and Child and Family issues. His areas of specialization include: Infertility and Adoption issues; Depression and Anxiety; Relationship and Communication problems; Coping with life transitions such as divorce, remarriage or alternate lifestyles; Smoking cessation; Stress management; Child/adolescent and parent problems;

We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.

We provide support to anyone regardless of religion, ethnic background or economic status. Our business hours are Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-7:00pm, with sessions offered remotely or in-person, located at 600 New Scotland Ave in Albany NY. More information can be found on our website: www.jfsneny.org or schedule a session today: jfsneny.clientsecure.me

Your life has profound meaning and strong sense of purpose, that transcends any limitations experienced or imagined. It is alright, and a sign of strength to ask for help and lean on support. Dr. Simon is always available to help.

The beauty of therapy is its ability to provide a safe space, unbiased, listening ears, and dedicated time to focus on you. I believe the therapeutic relationship is central. It creates the foundation necessary to promote mental and emotional growth and well-being. Therefore, each session we will work to build an alliance, which will become instrumental for making progress and attaining your identified goals. Come as you are.

Are you depressed? Anxious? Having trouble dealing with a difficult life transition? Do you find yourself searching for meaning and looking for ways to address the doldrums of life or find your true purpose? I have worked in addiction services, as well as mental health services and have worked with a myriad of persons dealing with a wide range of interpersonal, personal, and social issues.

We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.

Jessica Van Wormer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a certified School Social Worker in New York State. She has worked with pre-teens, adolescents and adults in academic settings, residential facilities and healthcare settings. She provides support and treatment to those struggling with life transitions, mental health obstacles, chronic illness, grief, emotional and behavioral challenges, low self-esteem and relationship issues.

Puspita Sen, LMHC, CASAC/ICADC, CH ~ Puspita is a highly effective, compassionate and dedicated clinician with twelve years of active clinical experience. She is a culturally competent clinician and works collaboratively with her patients while focusing on their strengths to empower them to bring healing and joy in to their lives. Her clinical advice, "No matter how good or bad you think your life is, wake up everyday and be thankful for being the way you are, you are a unique kind of wonderful and make the most of it."

I’m passionate in helping people better understand how their nervous systems work and affect their emotional well-being. I’m also passionate about helping people understand how a dysregulated nervous system leads to development of mental health conditions. It’s important for an individual to determine the focus of treatment and what they need to happen in order to consider enacting a change process. Sometimes someone just needs an active listener they can use as a sound board and to mirror back their experience. Empathy and validation are the cornerstone to my approach.

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I have dedicated myself to working with adults, adolescents and children that identify as having serious and persistent mental health illness. Throughout my career, I have advocated and worked to support family reunification throughout New York State. I am well versed in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness strategies. I truly believe that the use of strength based clinical approaches promotes resiliency.

My professional experience is with individuals who are newly sober/struggling with addiction, as well as their families in need of support. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with clients suffering from depression, grief, relationship concerns, anxiety, and those who are caregiving elderly parents. I am available to conduct drug and alcohol interventions, if needed, and see clients of all ages.

Please feel free to check out my Introduction Video at https://youtu.be/ytYmG-2v4c4 to learn more about me as practitioner and person. Clients often come to therapy, initially, with symptoms of anxiety, significant stress, exhaustion, depression, anger, etc. I am here to listen while the Client talks through current and past issues that have led to the onset of these symptoms. The goal is 1) for me to offer education (about symptoms, causes, patterns, coping, wellness, communication, etc.), and 2) for the client to discover the answers they have inside of themselves and develop confidence in ones' self.

We are all given a blank sheet in the beginning. What we choose to put on this blank sheet determines our outcome. Through life we are shaped by our surroundings, interactions and family. But not all of us are given the tools to write our own stories. Nature created us, but nurture guides us. As a clinician, I work with my clients to help build their awareness of how their learned subconscious understandings of life have impacted how they engage, interact and understand others.

Do you find yourself constantly thinking or doing; Telling yourself one day if I achieve enough maybe I’ll be happier? Are you ready to connect to yourself in deeper ways, to trust yourself, to embrace who you are, to find, create, and live a joyful life? You are worthy of living a life that makes you feel happy, hopeful, and excited. You deserve to feel confident in yourself and who you are! My hope as a therapist is to support you in living a meaningful and enjoyable life. I would enjoy working in a partnership with you to begin your journey towards healing.

Finding a therapist that is a good fit for you, especially now, can be extremely challenging! At the same time, that's exactly what I believe makes therapy effective, having a good working relationship between therapist and client. I believe that the most important aspect of participating in therapy is that the client feels seen, understood, and supported. Whether your goals are to develop healthy relationships or work on coping skills for intense emotions, I hope to be able to be a guiding light on your own personal journey.

I work with adults experiencing a variety of mental health symptoms. Treatment focuses include anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, interpersonal conflicts, and general life stressors. If you are experiencing any of these and are ready for relief, I can help. During sessions I will assist you with processing life events, exploring the root cause of symptoms, healing from emotional pain, and learning effective coping skills. I provide a judgment free space to explore symptoms and learn how to heal.