Therapists in Bellmore, NY

DENNIS PILIERE L.C.S.W-R has 27 years experience in virtually every area of psychotherapy. He's been the Director of inpatient and outpatient mental health and substance abuse programs as well as Director of Therapeutic Community Settings. His specialties include Substance Abuse,Court Mandated DWI programs, eating disorders, phobias, anger management, individual, couples, and family counseling.

Taking the first step to change what isn't working in your life is a brave move. Allowing me to take the journey with you and to help you change what isn't working will prove rewarding for both of us. You'll find me easy to talk to as I help to harness your strengths, define your wishes and goals and work towards making improvements and finding solutions. It would be a privilege for me to work with you and together, we will help you find your way back to a peaceful, contented life with relationships that are healthier and feel better.

Delve into and explore unconscious motivations while exploring possible methods of improving daily life. Explore reasons for certain emotions, motivations, desires, and behaviors in a Confidential, empathic, and safe environment. Basically you learn why you think, feel and behave as you do.

"Many years of training and experience enable me to help you resolve both inner personal conflicts as well as relationship problems. I will work with you to relieve your symptoms of anxiety and depression as you gain a better understanding of yourself and develop the skills needed to find practical solutions to current problems."

Like many other parents, I’m sure you are prepared for a lot of things when it comes to your child. Scraped knees, fevers, colds, maybe even a broken bone. All things that are stressful, but also things that you know how to handle. But now you’re faced with something that’s different. Something that feels scarier, more unfamiliar. Your child is struggling, they’re in pain. However, this pain is an emotional one and can’t be fixed by a band aid or a quick trip to the doctor. No one talked to you about this and now you don’t know what to do.

Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is the way you think about things. It's remarkable how our own thoughts can work against us creating anxiety, depression and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The happiness that you truly want and deserve is actually within your control! Whether it's getting rid of your fears, understanding why you feel sad, finally having that healthy relationship you have been yearning for, reducing stress, finding balance, or finally being able to answer the question "what will make me happy?".

If you are feeling overwhelmed, sad, anxious, stuck, or unsatisfied in life, therapy can help. No matter what your goals are, therapy helps you identify the obstacles and feel empowered to make positive changes in your life. Through the therapeutic relationship, I hope to build a safe, trusting relationship that will help you on this journey.

Children with ADHD and executive function disorder face the daily struggle of not meeting expectations. Expectations come at them from so many sources: school, home, peers, extra-curricular activities, and more. The constant feeling that they are falling short or disappointing teachers and parents creates enormous stress and impacts their sense of self-worth, thus resulting in depression, anxiety and acting out behaviors. Ever feel like you, as the parent, are at a loss as to why your child is acting out or how to help them to keep up with the demands around them?

Life can be overwhelming. Sometimes we get stuck in negative thinking patterns that affect our drive, our motivation and our overall behaviors. These thoughts can leave us feeling depressed, angry or anxious. Therapy can be an effective way to look at how our thought patterns affect our feelings which affect the way we behave. By working on skills and exploring our thoughts we can work towards regaining emotional health and balance in our life.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years experience I work with diverse issues ranging from depression, trauma, codependency, recovery to name a few. If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired and ready to move into your full potential I am a phone call away!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years of expereince with all age levels. I work in helping to clarify issues, develop self-esteem and improve relationships and personal fulfillment. Specialization in self development, co-dependancy, couples therapy, and parenting of young and adult children. Coping with stress including meditation is also a focus.

I strive to both support and guide those who have the desire to improve the quality of their personal lives and interpersonal relationships. By reflecting on your unique story, I work towards identifying unhelpful thought patterns while understanding damaging behaviors which undermine your ability to thrive and succeed. Through ego supportive/strengths based treatment, a sense of humor and a sincere acceptance of who you are and where you are at in your life journey, I seek to build an empowered alliance which can help improve your overall outlook while simultaneously transforming your circumstance. Good vibes abound during sessions

Are you unhappy or unfulfilled in your life, your marriage, your job? Having difficulty dealing with the stress of infertility, postpartum or parenting? Perhaps you are feeling stressed, tired, anxious, depressed? Or are you thinking about Bariatric surgery and want to explore emotional connection to surgery or need an Evaluation? Let me help you! I am a practicing psychotherapist for over 20 years. I have experience with children, adolescents and adults. Dealing with Depression, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Marriage and Family issues, etc.

I'm a fully licensed professional who, during a successful career directing programs on Long Island and Queens has moved completely into private practice. I continue to update my knowledge. I am compassionate, honest and want to provide you with the tools necessary to overcome any issue, whether from your family of origin, current relationships or work/school related. I offer guidance and healing, teaching you skills necessary to meet the challenges we face in life, from anxiety, depression, alcohol/substance abuse or religious/spiritual conflicts. I treat the whole person (not just the symptoms) and provide practical problem solving and coping methods .

You’ve been struggling to figure out what is going on with your child. Between constant meltdowns at home or calls from school, something is happening with your child and you need to figure out how to help them. As a parent, you feel guilty that you can’t quite figure out what to do, even after being up all night scouring the internet for some new advice on how to help them. Maybe you’re wondering if you stopped working then you'd have more time for everything—your partner, child, and even for yourself. Or maybe you’re feeling guilty that you want to go back to work to be around other adults for a change.

Letting yourself be vulnerable with a stranger can be scary and I commend you for taking the first step. Using a client-centered approach, my goal is to help you explore, set and reach achievable goals by focusing on strengths and increasing your self awareness of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I aim to provide each of my client's with an environment thats safe, and supportive while encouraging growth and self-efficacy.

Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is your own thoughts. It's remarkable how our thoughts work against us creating anxiety, depression, and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The good news is that having the happiness you want and deserve is actually within your control. Whether it is getting rid of your fear, understanding why you are so sad, dreaming of a healthier relationship, or just trying to figure out what will actually make you happy, I am here to help you learn how to take control of your life.

Allowing my clients to feel comfortable and establishing a therapeutic relationship is the first step to success and sets a foundation for positive change. I am passionate about helping individuals find hope and healing. Sessions focus on using the strengths and insight of the individual to empower them on a positive path while providing them with the tools and skills to support their goals.