Therapists in Bohemia, NY

In these uncertain times, our therapy will be a safe place where you can release your anxieties, stress and depression. Choosing a therapist you connect with is the key to success. I take an active role in reaching therapeutic goals that move you forward in life-changing ways. Talking with an experienced, caring, and non-judgemental 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 negativity.

My goal is to provide quality mental health counseling services by creating a supportive, empathetic, and nonjudgmental environment. I assist my clients in recognizing their strengths and empower them to take an active role in creating positive changes in their lives.

Navigating through the course of life and the challenges that arise along the way can become overwhelming to handle alone. Perhaps you or your child is feeling anxious or depressed, having relationship issues, school or work struggles or behavioral challenges. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I am dedicated to providing unique and individualized care for children, adolescents, adults and families with mental health and developmental concerns. I aim to help increase self-awareness as well as mental, emotional and relational well-being and believe that all individuals have capabilities beyond their own beliefs.

I have been a social worker since 2006 and love what I do. I have a lot of experience in trauma and believe in a trauma informed/trauma sensitive approach within my clinical treatment. I treat each client as an individual and do not expect a certain treatment approach to work for all. My style is strength based and client centered. My goal is to support growth and change within each individual whatever that looks like to them.

While everyone’s journey through life is unique, we ultimately all want the same thing…We ALL want to be happy. Unfortunately, happiness doesn't always come easily. Our journey is full of challenges that we have to overcome in order to get back to being happy. We experience sadness and loss. We fall completely in love only to suffer heart break. Some of us go through traumatic events such as combat or a devastating accident. These situations and many more cause us to develop feelings of fear, sadness and frustration which we do our best to manage, but typically do so in an unhealthy and maladapted way.

Sometimes painful life events can damage your ability to have healthy relationships, and a fulfilling life. You don't have to be crippled by anxiety, anger, fear, shame, and intrusive negative thoughts. These symptoms can destroy relationships and isolate you, limiting your ability to feel safe and calm in any environment. Our goal is to help you move past these events, reclaim your life, and feel happy again.

Cheryl Hecht is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a specialty in Health, a sub-specialty in Addictions and a masters in Public Health with a specialty in Community Health. She's also an experienced Problem Gambling Therapist, who focuses on helping you identify your negative emotional/behavioral triggers and support you in developing healthy coping strategies. Emotional health and stability are supported by being able to identify emotional and behavioral triggers and correcting them through assertive communication, and boundary setting. Over time correcting these behaviors will result in better self-esteem and decision making.

I help individuals with depression reclaim their joy. Many of my clients struggle like you do. Despite being intelligent, independent, and hard-working, life can be hard. When they first come in, many clients feel lost, confused, and unsure if their struggles are real or imagined. They doubt themselves, and resent their inability to change parts of themselves they dislike. They stumble their way through life, questioning every step. They beat themselves up for their failures and inability to succeed as other do. Their symptoms of hopelessness, lack of motivation, and fear of failure gets in the way of the life they want in many ways

Are you going through a tough time? Are you so full of anxiety that you find it challenging to navigate through the day? Parents, do you have a child that is struggling to focus at school or control their emotions? Are you hesitant to talk to somebody for fear of being judged? Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Starting a journey in therapy can be scary, however it might just be the best decision of your life. Through experience, I've come to learn that there is nothing more comforting than hearing the words “I understand, I’ve been there or I can relate.”

I work alongside individuals as they process trauma, life transitions and strained relationships. Despite being driven and compassionate, life is difficult and overwhelming because of past experiences. Maybe you have survived a loss, domestic violence, sexual trauma, an invalidating environment or a dysfunctional relationship and are struggling with coping with these experiences. When my clients first come in, they feel they are worthless and overwhelmed by what they have lived through. They encounter intense reminders that get in the way of truly connecting with others. They may even feel they do not have the right to feel safe.

I know life can throw some pretty mean curveballs. Life can get extremely difficult to navigate, causing stress, anxiety, depression, and anger. I would be honored to work with you, to help you make it through these difficult times and get to a better place. I believe that everyone has the inner resources to heal their wounds and improve their lives. As your therapist, I can help you to access these resources and utilize them to achieve your goals. My objective is to help you discover your full potential, and to be the very best version of yourself.

Let's start today and help you find a better journey ahead! Family & Personal Counseling offers Video/Phone Telehealth sessions for individuals, families and couples, and all age groups, for a wide range of issues - individual concerns, relationships, family dynamics, bereavement/grief, lifestyle changes, anxiety and stress reduction, children's issues, depression and weight management. Founded by Ron Villano, LMHC, ASAC, CCH, we help you get things back on track right from the start. We have over 35 providers, all specifically selected, experienced and highly trained. We are ready to work with you!

I believe in creating genuine and authentic relationships through the counseling process. It is important to build trust, and I am patient when my clients decide to take on this next step. It takes courage and strength to reach out for support, and I truly commend you for doing so. My approach to counseling is allowing individuals the opportunity to sit in the driver seat and take control of their destination. I see myself as the passenger where I am able to provide support and guidance, as well as new tools and techniques to assist for a smoother ride.

Are you feeling anxious, depressed or isolated? Do you need a safe, nurturing environment to discuss fears and concerns? Can you use guidance and support through difficult times? Life's hurtles can create stress and anxiety and seeking help can be frightening, I want to congratulate you on taking the first step. Friends and family are an invaluable support, but often you need more. Through a unique blend of solution focused, cognitive behavioral and mindfulness approaches we will work together to work through your challenges and create a path toward a more satisfying life.

I approach therapy as a form of collaboration that can spark change. Whether you are looking to discover the best version of yourself or overcome a challenging experience, we can tailor our time to best meet your needs. Painful thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns can interfere with being able to experience contentment in life. These difficulties can prevent us from attaining our personal or professional goals and often start to damage our relationships with the ones we love. By understanding and becoming aware of your underlying beliefs and emotions, we can explore how to best move towards acceptance and change in your life.

Kathleen is an LMSW who's passion for mental wellbeing is a driving force informing her practice with clients. She is down to earth, insightful and believes in connection and meeting her clients where they are- human to human. She has experience in working with adolescents and young adults in the clinical setting as well as crisis intervention and traumatic grief counseling with individuals of all ages. Kathleen's dream in working in this profession is decreasing shame and stigma by increasing conversation surrounding mental health.

We are all multifaceted individuals with layers of life experience, hopes and dreams. Sometimes we just need someone to listen in a respectful, non-judgmental and empathic way. If you are feeling the stressors of life, family, work and more, please contact me. I would be more than happy to help you sort through it all and break down the life stressors into manageable pieces. Life can be difficult. Relationships, grief, anxiety are just some of the obstacles we may encounter. Let's get started on them now. Learning about ourselves and our own set of core values will guide us toward positive, sustainable outcomes.

I believe in your ability to examine the circumstances of your life, gain awareness, and find answers within yourself. Through an exploration of self and personal ability, I hope to help you become more present, authentic, and accepting of yourself. We will also work together to help move you toward inner trustworthiness and self-actualization, experiencing change in yourself.