Female Therapists in Centereach, NY
Taking the first step toward healing requires incredible courage, and I’m honored to be part of your journey. I understand that seeking therapy can feel daunting, but you're not alone—I’m here to support you through every step of the process. My mission is to provide a safe, welcoming, and confidential space where you can explore your challenges without fear of judgment. I believe that healing comes from acknowledging where change is needed, and I’m here to help you create the life you deserve. Together, we’ll work through your emotions and develop effective coping strategies that align with your goals for a more fulfilling life
Taking the first step toward healing requires incredible courage, and I’m honored to be part of your journey. I understand that seeking therapy can feel daunting, but you're not alone—I’m here to support you through every step of the process. My mission is to provide a safe, welcoming, and confidential space where you can explore your challenges without fear of judgment. I believe that healing comes from acknowledging where change is needed, and I’m here to help you create the life you deserve. Together, we’ll work through your emotions and develop effective coping strategies that align with your goals for a more fulfilling life
Hi there! I am so proud of you for starting the process of being the best version of you! Some of my main focuses are on maintaining a respectful, ethical, inclusive, and empathetic environment with individualized treatment for all clients. I have worked with clients in individual and group settings dealing with an expansive range of concerns from behavioral issues, mood and personality disorders, co-occurring diagnoses, comorbid diagnoses, etc. This experience has assisted me in fine-tuning a cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and solution-focused approach.
Hi there! I am so proud of you for starting the process of being the best version of you! Some of my main focuses are on maintaining a respectful, ethical, inclusive, and empathetic environment with individualized treatment for all clients. I have worked with clients in individual and group settings dealing with an expansive range of concerns from behavioral issues, mood and personality disorders, co-occurring diagnoses, comorbid diagnoses, etc. This experience has assisted me in fine-tuning a cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and solution-focused approach.
My approach is centered around creating a collaborative and safe space where individuals, couples, and families can explore their feelings, challenges, and goals without fear of judgment. I believe that healing and growth thrive in an environment of trust, and I am here to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s ups and downs.
My approach is centered around creating a collaborative and safe space where individuals, couples, and families can explore their feelings, challenges, and goals without fear of judgment. I believe that healing and growth thrive in an environment of trust, and I am here to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s ups and downs.
Hi there! My name is Melissa and welcome to our Conscious Psychotherapy, LCSW, P.C. profile! At our practice we are dedicated to helping people overcome the barriers that are keeping them from living the life they want to live. AND here’s the best part, simply by becoming aware that there is an area of need in your life, you’ve already taken the first step in the process. The progress has already begun! At Conscious Psychotherapy, we use an integrative approach using multiple treatment methods to fit each individual’s unique situation and needs.
Hi there! My name is Melissa and welcome to our Conscious Psychotherapy, LCSW, P.C. profile! At our practice we are dedicated to helping people overcome the barriers that are keeping them from living the life they want to live. AND here’s the best part, simply by becoming aware that there is an area of need in your life, you’ve already taken the first step in the process. The progress has already begun! At Conscious Psychotherapy, we use an integrative approach using multiple treatment methods to fit each individual’s unique situation and needs.
Do you find yourself confused as to why you do the things that you do? Do you often question yourself? Do you feel as if something is off or different about you? Life experiences, trauma & mental health disorders left untreated or processed can manifest in different ways. It can create anxiety, social anxiety, depression, isolation, weight gain, weight loss, sleeping disturbances, feelings of irritability or even crying spells.
Do you find yourself confused as to why you do the things that you do? Do you often question yourself? Do you feel as if something is off or different about you? Life experiences, trauma & mental health disorders left untreated or processed can manifest in different ways. It can create anxiety, social anxiety, depression, isolation, weight gain, weight loss, sleeping disturbances, feelings of irritability or even crying spells.
I believe in providing a safe environment; free from judgement with an open-minded approach. I strive to provide the best therapeutic experience possible by making therapy fun while providing strong empathy to make the experience an enjoyable one for every client. I aim, with each client, to make them feel heard and to understand they are not alone. I collaborate with my clients to join them on their journey to self-compassion and personal growth while providing techniques to assist in day to day life.
I believe in providing a safe environment; free from judgement with an open-minded approach. I strive to provide the best therapeutic experience possible by making therapy fun while providing strong empathy to make the experience an enjoyable one for every client. I aim, with each client, to make them feel heard and to understand they are not alone. I collaborate with my clients to join them on their journey to self-compassion and personal growth while providing techniques to assist in day to day life.
Do you feel like you’re in a constant struggle with worry, low motivation, panic, unpredictable moods, or with your past? Is the daily struggle dragging down your quality of life like an anchor? Are you in a relationship where you feel you’re not being heard, or you’re tired of the same issues coming up, or someone has been unfaithful and you agonize over how could you ever rebuild what you two had before? I approach every client with an open mind without assumptions about your life. I will help relieve those struggles, forming a trusting, collaborative relationship with you on this journey towards peace.
Do you feel like you’re in a constant struggle with worry, low motivation, panic, unpredictable moods, or with your past? Is the daily struggle dragging down your quality of life like an anchor? Are you in a relationship where you feel you’re not being heard, or you’re tired of the same issues coming up, or someone has been unfaithful and you agonize over how could you ever rebuild what you two had before? I approach every client with an open mind without assumptions about your life. I will help relieve those struggles, forming a trusting, collaborative relationship with you on this journey towards peace.
I'm Trish J. Nauss, LCSW-R, founder of A Different View Psychotherapy, Unique Therapy for the Unique You! Through the healing power of psychotherapy, I provide a unique journey of healing to individuals, couples & families. I treat Anxiety, Past Trauma, Life Transitions/adjustment issues, Relationship /Couples/Marital/ Pre-Marital Issues & other areas that you can find more details about on my website. I’m trained in & use CBT combined with other methods, strategies & approaches tailored to you personally. I’m trained in mindfulness which I use along with a client-centered approach combined with empowerment & self-esteem building.
I'm Trish J. Nauss, LCSW-R, founder of A Different View Psychotherapy, Unique Therapy for the Unique You! Through the healing power of psychotherapy, I provide a unique journey of healing to individuals, couples & families. I treat Anxiety, Past Trauma, Life Transitions/adjustment issues, Relationship /Couples/Marital/ Pre-Marital Issues & other areas that you can find more details about on my website. I’m trained in & use CBT combined with other methods, strategies & approaches tailored to you personally. I’m trained in mindfulness which I use along with a client-centered approach combined with empowerment & self-esteem building.
I provide an empathetic and safe space where my clients can reveal anything without fear of judgement. I specialize in treating anxiety and depression and I do this by helping my clients to reframe negative thoughts. I also provide suggestions on a variety of tools and coping skills that may be beneficial. In addition, I have experience working with clients with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. This requires a bit of a different approach than other anxiety disorders, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) where you stay present in the moment and allow the thoughts rather than avoid or fight them.
I provide an empathetic and safe space where my clients can reveal anything without fear of judgement. I specialize in treating anxiety and depression and I do this by helping my clients to reframe negative thoughts. I also provide suggestions on a variety of tools and coping skills that may be beneficial. In addition, I have experience working with clients with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. This requires a bit of a different approach than other anxiety disorders, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) where you stay present in the moment and allow the thoughts rather than avoid or fight them.
I am pleased to address everyone via this network. Over the years I have done a great deal of positive work with, individuals,couples diversified groups, drug and alcohol, children, the elderly, and women/womens issues.
I do pre and post operative assessments for gastric bypass individuals.
My practice is dedicated to maximizing the individuals I work with in all areas of their life, to produce absolute positivity and eliminate negative behaviors/conflicts.
I practive from a cognitive point of view. I welcome all persons and take medicare and most forms of insurance.
I am pleased to address everyone via this network. Over the years I have done a great deal of positive work with, individuals,couples diversified groups, drug and alcohol, children, the elderly, and women/womens issues.
I do pre and post operative assessments for gastric bypass individuals.
My practice is dedicated to maximizing the individuals I work with in all areas of their life, to produce absolute positivity and eliminate negative behaviors/conflicts.
I practive from a cognitive point of view. I welcome all persons and take medicare and most forms of insurance.
Congratulations on taking the important first step towards mental wellness. It is an incredible leap of faith to entrust your life stories and struggles to a stranger. This is why I work with the focus of collaboration with my clients so that you feel safe to explore your experiences without being pushed too hard in areas you may not be ready for. We will figure that out together. I specialize in treating adults, individuals and couples, struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues.
Congratulations on taking the important first step towards mental wellness. It is an incredible leap of faith to entrust your life stories and struggles to a stranger. This is why I work with the focus of collaboration with my clients so that you feel safe to explore your experiences without being pushed too hard in areas you may not be ready for. We will figure that out together. I specialize in treating adults, individuals and couples, struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with 17 years of experience working primarily with families, children and adolescents, I bring a deep understanding of development, family systems, and evidence-based care. I help clients reach their goals of feeling confident, emotionally balanced, and capable of handling life’s challenges, both now and in the future. My clients seek to improve communication, self-esteem, and overall well-being, not just reduce symptoms but create lasting change.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with 17 years of experience working primarily with families, children and adolescents, I bring a deep understanding of development, family systems, and evidence-based care. I help clients reach their goals of feeling confident, emotionally balanced, and capable of handling life’s challenges, both now and in the future. My clients seek to improve communication, self-esteem, and overall well-being, not just reduce symptoms but create lasting change.
I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, identity, and relationship concerns. My approach is grounded in attachment theory, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, and CBT. I aim to create a space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered—where insight leads to action, and painful patterns can shift toward more adaptive, fulfilling ways of relating.
I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, identity, and relationship concerns. My approach is grounded in attachment theory, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, and CBT. I aim to create a space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered—where insight leads to action, and painful patterns can shift toward more adaptive, fulfilling ways of relating.
Hi there! My name is Paola, a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish), I’m passionate about helping individuals who feel caught between worlds — navigating anxiety, cultural expectations, and life transitions. Many of my clients are high-functioning but silently struggling to balance family, work, and their own well-being. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by self-doubt, relationship stress, or pressure to “hold it all together,” I offer a warm, empathetic space where your story is seen and valued. Healing starts with being understood in your language — and on your terms.
Hi there! My name is Paola, a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish), I’m passionate about helping individuals who feel caught between worlds — navigating anxiety, cultural expectations, and life transitions. Many of my clients are high-functioning but silently struggling to balance family, work, and their own well-being. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by self-doubt, relationship stress, or pressure to “hold it all together,” I offer a warm, empathetic space where your story is seen and valued. Healing starts with being understood in your language — and on your terms.
Do you struggle to balance the expectations of your parents with your own desire and aspirations, leading to conflict and feeling guilty? Are you feeling caught between two cultures and struggling between your identity and societal expectations, leading to feeling worry and self doubt? Feeling obligated to meet our family's expectations leads to immense pressure and believing we're not good enough when we fall short. Let's empower you to cultivate self-worth and shed the burden of guilt. Fostering a sense of confidence and belonging, let's liberate you to pursue your passions and identity unapologetically.
Do you struggle to balance the expectations of your parents with your own desire and aspirations, leading to conflict and feeling guilty? Are you feeling caught between two cultures and struggling between your identity and societal expectations, leading to feeling worry and self doubt? Feeling obligated to meet our family's expectations leads to immense pressure and believing we're not good enough when we fall short. Let's empower you to cultivate self-worth and shed the burden of guilt. Fostering a sense of confidence and belonging, let's liberate you to pursue your passions and identity unapologetically.
Restore your strength and resilience. Maximize your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual ability. Affirm your inner greatness. Children, teens, adults, military veterans, their families, substance abusers, and the seriously and persistently mentally ill receive help. I am a certified Gottman Seven Principles of Marriage Program Educator, and a NYS Impaired Driver Assessment and Evaluation Provider. Receive the mature experience of a former preschool teacher, home school teacher, police detective, patrol supervisor, bereavement coordinator, college Psychology instructor, substance abuse counselor, and mental health therapist.
Restore your strength and resilience. Maximize your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual ability. Affirm your inner greatness. Children, teens, adults, military veterans, their families, substance abusers, and the seriously and persistently mentally ill receive help. I am a certified Gottman Seven Principles of Marriage Program Educator, and a NYS Impaired Driver Assessment and Evaluation Provider. Receive the mature experience of a former preschool teacher, home school teacher, police detective, patrol supervisor, bereavement coordinator, college Psychology instructor, substance abuse counselor, and mental health therapist.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like you’ve lost your sense of self? Maybe you struggle with intense emotions, feel emotionally drained in your relationships, or carry a deep sense of emptiness that you can’t explain. You’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I work with both teens and adults to help them feel comfortable to share what's on their mind, without fear of judgement. My goal is to offer support, guidance, and practical tools to help you start living the life that feels right for you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like you’ve lost your sense of self? Maybe you struggle with intense emotions, feel emotionally drained in your relationships, or carry a deep sense of emptiness that you can’t explain. You’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I work with both teens and adults to help them feel comfortable to share what's on their mind, without fear of judgement. My goal is to offer support, guidance, and practical tools to help you start living the life that feels right for you.
Virginia speaks English and Spanish, she looks forward to helping you express your life's journey and assisting you in developing productive ways to handle depression, stress, anxiety, disappointments and trauma. As needed Spiritual Mentoring is offered since Virginia is an Ordained Minister under the Order of Melchizedek. Please be aware that I do not accept criminal, custody and do not accept CPS court cases.
Virginia speaks English and Spanish, she looks forward to helping you express your life's journey and assisting you in developing productive ways to handle depression, stress, anxiety, disappointments and trauma. As needed Spiritual Mentoring is offered since Virginia is an Ordained Minister under the Order of Melchizedek. Please be aware that I do not accept criminal, custody and do not accept CPS court cases.
Not sure if therapy is for you? That’s okay. Maybe life feels overwhelming, or you’re struggling in ways you can’t quite put into words. You might be used to handling things on your own, telling yourself, I should be able to deal with this. But here’s the thing—you don’t have to do it alone.
Not sure if therapy is for you? That’s okay. Maybe life feels overwhelming, or you’re struggling in ways you can’t quite put into words. You might be used to handling things on your own, telling yourself, I should be able to deal with this. But here’s the thing—you don’t have to do it alone.
Dr. Donna Riley Office of Licensed Clinical Social Work, PLLC, is a group of independent clinical social workers serving Long Islanders' mental, emotional, and spiritual needs under the umbrella of Dr. Donna Riley Office of Licensed Clinical Social Work, PLLC. Our independent social workers have a client-centered approach with an empathic presence that creates a safe space for individuals, couples, groups, and families.
We believe every person can live a happy, healthy life. Every individual possesses innate strengths to overcome adversity, trauma, and stress. However, many of us need appropriate support and guidance to achieve.
Dr. Donna Riley Office of Licensed Clinical Social Work, PLLC, is a group of independent clinical social workers serving Long Islanders' mental, emotional, and spiritual needs under the umbrella of Dr. Donna Riley Office of Licensed Clinical Social Work, PLLC. Our independent social workers have a client-centered approach with an empathic presence that creates a safe space for individuals, couples, groups, and families.
We believe every person can live a happy, healthy life. Every individual possesses innate strengths to overcome adversity, trauma, and stress. However, many of us need appropriate support and guidance to achieve.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.