Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapists in Arlington, NY

Welcome! My practice focuses on supporting new Mom’s, parents, couples and individuals navigating the dating world. I’m also trained and certified in grief and loss and have experience supporting people moving through neonatal, newborn or child loss, loss of a parent, spouse, life partner or pet. I also have some experience in treating those moving through a diagnosis of prolonged grief. In addition, I have a special interest in supporting individuals and couples with ADHD and especially navigating ADHD within a relationship and I enjoy supporting folks around navigating the complexities of open and polyamorous relationships.

“Healing doesn’t mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives.” Healing from trauma is a journey; a journey I would be honored to be on with you. My experience is working with children, adolescents and adults who may have suffered from a trauma in their life, such as physical, sexual or emotional abuse, domestic violence, chronic illnesses, etc. I also work with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety and transitions in their lives. I work with moms in both pre- and postpartum, as well as throughout to work with the challenges that accompany motherhood.

I am a licensed clinical social worker, who uses CBT, REBT and others modalities to assist individual, group, children, adolescents, and families to assist each person with the individual treatment needed. I work with individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, behavior challenges, and family conflicts. I provide therapy with an unyielding level of respect for the individual path and circumstances of every person who I have the privilege of helping. My approach, honed over decades of experience, consists of nurturing and instilling a social, mental, and emotional environment that will empower a state of wellness in my client.

I am an advocate for women. I strive to support all types of women through transitional life issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, pregnancy loss, body image and addiction.

Clients come to me for current concerns, acute circumstances or to resolve issues related to longstanding challenges. "Integrative Psychiatry" involves a dynamic partnership with a focus on each client's individual needs, meaningful collaboration, a holistic/preventive perspective, therapy and the option for medication management. We all have unique goals, styles of learning and timelines for care and recovery. As a practitioner I value my clients' current situation and offer brief psychotherapy as well as ongoing therapy with or without pharmacological treatments.

At times, life can feel like one big transition. Right when you overcome one challenge, another always seems to pops up. It can feel overwhelming to handle it all, whether you are a stay at home mom in the throughs of toddlerhood or a homeschool mom trying to navigate health challenges for your family members or a career driven mom trying to balance it all. The one thing I’ve learned over the years is that if you aren’t taking care of yourself physically (your health), spiritually (having a faith practice), and relationally (making time for in person connections), life can feel a whole lot more challenging than it should.

Seeking therapy doesn’t mean that there is “something wrong with you”. Perhaps you are looking for support in dealing with everyday stressors, are experiencing a major life crisis, seeking clarity in your life, looking to work through complex emotions or looking to address negative patterns in your life. Whatever your reason, you are taking a courageous first step and I hope to assist you in your journey.

My practice is with couples and adult individuals. Some of the clients I work with have sexual concerns and/or relational problems. I have worked with all kinds of couples who have been together two weeks to fifty years including same sex and heterosexual couples. I am an active therapist and tailor interventions to your style. Each person is unique,and I don't believe that one size fits all. I also believe in the power of humor. And in the power of appreciation of ourselves, respect and acceptance of each other with all our human imperfections.. NOTE DURING THE VIRUS CRISIS, i CAN MEET WITH YOU BY VIDEO THROUGH ZOOM

Are you seeking relief for loss of a loved one? Do you feel deep in grief? Are you a stressed out caregiver? Coping with chronic illness? Processing feelings in a safe environment can improve your improve your sleep and help you find a feeling of security. I have an advanced certification in grief counseling and am a fellow in Thanatology, the study of death, dying and bereavement. Thanatology encompasses grief models and theories.

Rita Lombardi is a Board Certified License Mental Health Counselor from NYS- and she is a License in Psychology -University of Buenos Aires, Argentina; bilingual in both English and Spanish. Ms Lombardi began her career in 1988 as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a concentration in Psychoanalysis and Psychodrama, as well as Behavioral techniques and Counseling. She is running over 35 years of experience as a Private Practice Professional .

I believe all individuals have the capacity for change and can develop the tools to discover their purpose. I strive to create a space for clients where they explore what keeps them stuck in their old patterns, learning to make changes that allow them to discover personal meaning. I appreciate the strength and vulnerability it takes to engage in the therapeutic process.

Imagine your life when you feel good and hopeful. I can support you in your journey to turn that dream into reality. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma or your relationship we can work through your issues in a step-by-step process that will help you feel more at peace, confident and passionate about life again. I provide a healing environment in which you can safely explore your feelings.

What happened to your spark? Your whole life feels like a dry husk of disappointment and dead ends. Somewhere along the way, your dreams started slipping away from you. Do you even remember what they were? Before all the compromises and sacrifice you made supporting everyone else. If you were to do it all over again, what would you change? Do this little thought experiment with me. Let's pretend. If you could wave a magic wand and remove all the obstacles in your life, what would you do? How would you spend your time? Who would you spend your time with? What would you create? How would you contribute?

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents and families. I practice from a person centered approach, with the goal of creating safety, connection and healing with you and your family. My experience and passion is in helping those who experience trauma, depression, anxiety, emotional disturbance and family discord.

If you are facing stress, life transitions, or pain and seek support and strategies to help with participation in daily routines, physical and mental well-being, coping skills, relationships with others, and overall growth, we can help you. We love to help those with disabilities or have a family member with a disability. We also would love to help other healthcare workers, first responders, and caretakers/DSP's to support their mental health, routines, prevent burn out in their professional, and physical well-being. We want everyone seeking support find what they love to do or help them get back to doing what they love.

Embarking on the journey of therapy takes courage and self-awareness. It's a path of self-discovery, where you navigate your innermost thoughts and emotions in a safe and supportive environment. You are in the right place if you are looking for a compassionate and understanding therapist, like myself, who will empower you to explore your vulnerabilities, confront challenges, and foster personal growth. Remember, seeking help is not a sign of weakness, but rather a brave step towards healing and becoming the best version of yourself.

Life is full of challenges, from high school bullies, through relationships and major milestones, there are so many times it is helpful to have someone to bounce life's oppositions at. I am seasoned in working with people of all walks of life, during so many of life challenges. Open to working with couples, as they face challenges in their relationship; as well as individuals going through challenges in life with family, work, or their own personal relationships. I am an experience provider to support lgbtqia+ clients as they explore their journey of better understanding themselves and cope with the challenges around them.

Accepting New Clients - Welcome here! Lets connect. Many of my clients are trying to cope with impacts of adverse experiences and/or major transitions, which continue to impact their daily lives. My clients are often dealing with varying levels of anxiety, sadness and disconnection, which can affect their ability to sustain relationships; feel fulfilled or successful in their endeavors; set boundaries; find joy or revel in the fullness of a life which integrates their whole self. When working with these clients, I take a relational approach to the counselling space, as we seek to co-create transformative experiences.