Female Therapists in Central Valley, NY
These are especially difficult times. We live in a world of uncertainty. In this world, we want to orient toward well-being. This dynamic requires constant adjustments. We want to recognize what is wholesome and keep it around. We also want to recognize what is unwholesome and not invite it around. Part of our work will be to develop our ability to hold difficult feelings and experiences without being swept out to sea. We want to learn to hold them with a little more kindness and care. You will often hear me refer to the "holding environment" which is physiological - body/breath, and attitudinal - heart/mind.
These are especially difficult times. We live in a world of uncertainty. In this world, we want to orient toward well-being. This dynamic requires constant adjustments. We want to recognize what is wholesome and keep it around. We also want to recognize what is unwholesome and not invite it around. Part of our work will be to develop our ability to hold difficult feelings and experiences without being swept out to sea. We want to learn to hold them with a little more kindness and care. You will often hear me refer to the "holding environment" which is physiological - body/breath, and attitudinal - heart/mind.
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Donna Deming
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACHP-SW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Mills, NY 10930 (Online Only)
Sometimes we get stuck and can't move forward because of the way we feel about ourselves. We may beat ourselves up for mistakes we made in the past and when we think about the future we are filled with fear and doomsday scenarios. Therapy can help you identify your distorted thinking patterns and free you from feeling trapped. Sometimes we get stuck in comparing ourselves to others and this leaves us feeling like we are "less than." or somehow "fatally flawed." Therapy can help you develop self-compassion leaving you more peaceful inside and accepting of yourself leading to increased moments of joy.
Sometimes we get stuck and can't move forward because of the way we feel about ourselves. We may beat ourselves up for mistakes we made in the past and when we think about the future we are filled with fear and doomsday scenarios. Therapy can help you identify your distorted thinking patterns and free you from feeling trapped. Sometimes we get stuck in comparing ourselves to others and this leaves us feeling like we are "less than." or somehow "fatally flawed." Therapy can help you develop self-compassion leaving you more peaceful inside and accepting of yourself leading to increased moments of joy.
There are times in our lives when we feel lost, stuck, unhappy, or powerless. Sometimes we are unsure how we feel, or why we feel this way. Other times we are unsure or confused by what to do about it. Making the decision to start therapy can be an intimidating experience, and I truly appreciate the opportunity to partner with you in creating a safe, empathetic and comfortable environment in which to assist you with gaining a deeper understanding of yourself, as well as the skills and understanding needed to face life’s challenges with a sense of competence, confidence, and self-compassion.
There are times in our lives when we feel lost, stuck, unhappy, or powerless. Sometimes we are unsure how we feel, or why we feel this way. Other times we are unsure or confused by what to do about it. Making the decision to start therapy can be an intimidating experience, and I truly appreciate the opportunity to partner with you in creating a safe, empathetic and comfortable environment in which to assist you with gaining a deeper understanding of yourself, as well as the skills and understanding needed to face life’s challenges with a sense of competence, confidence, and self-compassion.
Are you struggling with something? Anything at all? Well then, you’re looking in the right place. I believe therapy should be a part of everyone's self-exploration and self-care process. Happiness and wellness comes from so many aspects of a person’s life. Until those parts are balanced and fulfilled, then struggles may exist. Whether it’s cognitive, social, romantic, spiritual, behavioral, or any other part of your existence, it’s important to me. My goal as a therapist is to help you become the best and happiest version of yourself. I’ll be right by your side, supporting you in every step of your process.
Are you struggling with something? Anything at all? Well then, you’re looking in the right place. I believe therapy should be a part of everyone's self-exploration and self-care process. Happiness and wellness comes from so many aspects of a person’s life. Until those parts are balanced and fulfilled, then struggles may exist. Whether it’s cognitive, social, romantic, spiritual, behavioral, or any other part of your existence, it’s important to me. My goal as a therapist is to help you become the best and happiest version of yourself. I’ll be right by your side, supporting you in every step of your process.
As a therapist, my mission is to deepen the conversations we have with ourselves, creating opportunities for growth. By deepening our relationships with Self, we can gain better perspective on our choices — how we got to this moment, as well as how to move forward. Through a therapeutic, strength-based partnership in a welcoming, supportive, and judgment-free environment, we will explore your potential and move toward a place of authenticity and contentment. I specialize in adults and adolescents who struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, shame, eating disorders, body-image, parenting, marital problems and attachment issues.
As a therapist, my mission is to deepen the conversations we have with ourselves, creating opportunities for growth. By deepening our relationships with Self, we can gain better perspective on our choices — how we got to this moment, as well as how to move forward. Through a therapeutic, strength-based partnership in a welcoming, supportive, and judgment-free environment, we will explore your potential and move toward a place of authenticity and contentment. I specialize in adults and adolescents who struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, shame, eating disorders, body-image, parenting, marital problems and attachment issues.
Mileidy Paula
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harriman, NY 10926
Waitlist for new clients
Are you going through a sudden life transition and are feeling lost or overwhelmed? Are you consumed with worry, fear and anxious thoughts that take up your time, energy and keep you up at night? Are you feeling unsure of what's next? I can help support you as you navigate this transition. My goal is to create a non-judgmental and supportive environment to help process life’s challenges. Let me help you quiet down your inner critic and offer a safe space to process and explore your inner world. Let's connect and get started on working towards your happiness.
Are you going through a sudden life transition and are feeling lost or overwhelmed? Are you consumed with worry, fear and anxious thoughts that take up your time, energy and keep you up at night? Are you feeling unsure of what's next? I can help support you as you navigate this transition. My goal is to create a non-judgmental and supportive environment to help process life’s challenges. Let me help you quiet down your inner critic and offer a safe space to process and explore your inner world. Let's connect and get started on working towards your happiness.
Gabrielle Fassman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, NY 10950
My hope is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space to offer you the opportunity for self-growth, self-reflection, and develop ultimate balance within yourself. My practice is psychodynamically informed and inspired by a belief that properly guided therapeutic work can provide a sense of freedom when we are motivated and willing to make brave changes. My priority is to build a strong therapeutic connection in order to inspire and support your growth. I specialize in adolescents and adults struggling with mood disorders, substance abuse/misuse disorders, eating disorders, gender identity and sexuality issues, and survivors of trauma.
My hope is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space to offer you the opportunity for self-growth, self-reflection, and develop ultimate balance within yourself. My practice is psychodynamically informed and inspired by a belief that properly guided therapeutic work can provide a sense of freedom when we are motivated and willing to make brave changes. My priority is to build a strong therapeutic connection in order to inspire and support your growth. I specialize in adolescents and adults struggling with mood disorders, substance abuse/misuse disorders, eating disorders, gender identity and sexuality issues, and survivors of trauma.
My practice is virtual only at this time. I have +20 years of experience in working with clients who are struggling with loss, experiencing depression, attentional difficulties, stress and anxiety, trauma, and problematic relationships. My approach is best described as spiritually integrated psychotherapy within a secure and supportive environment. We will work together to help you not just survive but thrive amidst life's numerous challenges and to help you to remember your true nature: a spiritual being having a human experience. Ho’oponopono.
My practice is virtual only at this time. I have +20 years of experience in working with clients who are struggling with loss, experiencing depression, attentional difficulties, stress and anxiety, trauma, and problematic relationships. My approach is best described as spiritually integrated psychotherapy within a secure and supportive environment. We will work together to help you not just survive but thrive amidst life's numerous challenges and to help you to remember your true nature: a spiritual being having a human experience. Ho’oponopono.
My areas of specialty are psychological evaluations and therapy with children, adolescents and their parents. I have over 25 years experience which include pre-doctoral experience working with children, adolescents and adults. My post-doctoral experience include providing individual therapy for adult psychiatric patients in long term care facilities and more recently with the developmentally disabled population. I have also done individual and group therapy with sexually traumatized and at risk adolescent girls.
In addition to training, one of the qualities of a good psychologist is his/her personality.
My areas of specialty are psychological evaluations and therapy with children, adolescents and their parents. I have over 25 years experience which include pre-doctoral experience working with children, adolescents and adults. My post-doctoral experience include providing individual therapy for adult psychiatric patients in long term care facilities and more recently with the developmentally disabled population. I have also done individual and group therapy with sexually traumatized and at risk adolescent girls.
In addition to training, one of the qualities of a good psychologist is his/her personality.
Heather L Callahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Highland Mills, NY 10930 (Online Only)
Therapy is a safe space to share your experience and gain insight and guidance, learning tangible skills to help improve your situation. Therapy is a chance to develop, heal and learn more about who you are and what makes you- YOU. Let me help you find your "why" and build the life you wish for yourself.
Therapy is a safe space to share your experience and gain insight and guidance, learning tangible skills to help improve your situation. Therapy is a chance to develop, heal and learn more about who you are and what makes you- YOU. Let me help you find your "why" and build the life you wish for yourself.
People decide to begin therapy for a variety of reasons. Many have had painful or traumatic experiences that they are unable to move past. Some feel stuck in unhelpful thought patterns or behaviors, or struggle to find fulfillment in relationships or at work. Others may feel burdened with excessive worry, or with feelings of low self worth and inadequacy. I believe that recovery involves healing of the mind and body, and I am trained in several modalities, including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), eating disorder treatment, and suicide prevention.
People decide to begin therapy for a variety of reasons. Many have had painful or traumatic experiences that they are unable to move past. Some feel stuck in unhelpful thought patterns or behaviors, or struggle to find fulfillment in relationships or at work. Others may feel burdened with excessive worry, or with feelings of low self worth and inadequacy. I believe that recovery involves healing of the mind and body, and I am trained in several modalities, including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), eating disorder treatment, and suicide prevention.
Jessica C. Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Monroe, NY 10950
Therapy is a partnership on your journey to find balance and peace. Together, we'll experience a close and meaningful therapeutic relationship, which is the ultimate foundation for successful therapy. Through my years of practice, I've worked intently to create a safe, peaceful and comfortable space for clients to connect with themselves on a deeper level. My approach is strengths-based, nonjudgmental and tailored to your specific needs. Each session, you will learn techniques to help you tackle the daily challenges of life and I'll be there to support you each step of the way.
Therapy is a partnership on your journey to find balance and peace. Together, we'll experience a close and meaningful therapeutic relationship, which is the ultimate foundation for successful therapy. Through my years of practice, I've worked intently to create a safe, peaceful and comfortable space for clients to connect with themselves on a deeper level. My approach is strengths-based, nonjudgmental and tailored to your specific needs. Each session, you will learn techniques to help you tackle the daily challenges of life and I'll be there to support you each step of the way.
Samantha Kleinman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monroe, NY 10950 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Samantha Kleinman and I have been a clinical social worker for more than 25 years. I have a dynamic and eclectic approach to therapy. It is important to be able to utilize multiple areas of practice to appropriately meet a client's needs. My specialties include Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and short-term solution-focused therapy. My therapeutic approach is person-centered therapy. The most common therapeutic techniques I implement are cognitive behavioral therapy along with motivational interviewing.
Hi, my name is Samantha Kleinman and I have been a clinical social worker for more than 25 years. I have a dynamic and eclectic approach to therapy. It is important to be able to utilize multiple areas of practice to appropriately meet a client's needs. My specialties include Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and short-term solution-focused therapy. My therapeutic approach is person-centered therapy. The most common therapeutic techniques I implement are cognitive behavioral therapy along with motivational interviewing.
I am a LCSW-R who works with individuals, couples and families to promote more peaceful and fulfilling relationships. I work primarily from a family systems perspective which looks at how family relationships inform the way we view ourselves and relate to others. Reconnecting with each other and learning to communicate more effectively is an integral part of therapy. I am especially passionate about working with couples, utilizing my training in RLT (see relationallife.com for further info), which effectively resolves issues and helps couples rebuild their relationships to be more connected, loving and joy filled.
I am a LCSW-R who works with individuals, couples and families to promote more peaceful and fulfilling relationships. I work primarily from a family systems perspective which looks at how family relationships inform the way we view ourselves and relate to others. Reconnecting with each other and learning to communicate more effectively is an integral part of therapy. I am especially passionate about working with couples, utilizing my training in RLT (see relationallife.com for further info), which effectively resolves issues and helps couples rebuild their relationships to be more connected, loving and joy filled.
As your therapist, my philosophy is rooted in helping. I provide safety, support, guidance, education and life skills. I specialize in substance use disorder & recovery. I work with anxiety, depression, compulsive overeating, life transitions, anger management, individual & couples counseling. I keep it simple using CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing & ACT modalities.
As your therapist, my philosophy is rooted in helping. I provide safety, support, guidance, education and life skills. I specialize in substance use disorder & recovery. I work with anxiety, depression, compulsive overeating, life transitions, anger management, individual & couples counseling. I keep it simple using CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing & ACT modalities.
Jordan Boston LMHC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Mills, NY 10930 (Online Only)
Ready to give therapy a try? I know that seeking help can be a difficult decision, and there is no greater importance than finding the right fit for you and your needs. Together, we will work towards navigating relationship difficulties, life transitions, complex traumas, mood dysregulation, substance use, and overall improving your daily functioning. You can expect to be met by unwavering support and tailored interventions to address your goals. My practice is centered around a non-judgmental perspective, and I often use a healthy dose of humor in our sessions to lighten the mood and make therapy a more enjoyable experience.
Ready to give therapy a try? I know that seeking help can be a difficult decision, and there is no greater importance than finding the right fit for you and your needs. Together, we will work towards navigating relationship difficulties, life transitions, complex traumas, mood dysregulation, substance use, and overall improving your daily functioning. You can expect to be met by unwavering support and tailored interventions to address your goals. My practice is centered around a non-judgmental perspective, and I often use a healthy dose of humor in our sessions to lighten the mood and make therapy a more enjoyable experience.
I am a New York licensed creative arts therapist and a board-certified dance/movement therapist with over 15 years experience, working in a variety of clinical settings, and private practice. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, loss/bereavement, trauma, and autism spectrum as well as behavioral disorders. I am also certified in integrative somatic trauma therapy, trauma informed yoga, breath work, mindfulness and meditation. I provide group, individual, and family therapy at my practice.
I am a New York licensed creative arts therapist and a board-certified dance/movement therapist with over 15 years experience, working in a variety of clinical settings, and private practice. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, loss/bereavement, trauma, and autism spectrum as well as behavioral disorders. I am also certified in integrative somatic trauma therapy, trauma informed yoga, breath work, mindfulness and meditation. I provide group, individual, and family therapy at my practice.
Engaging in the therapeutic process can add great value to your life, including a deeper understanding of yourself and having the space to identify areas for growth. It is a unique space for you, separate from your everyday life; a calming place to enter, to breathe, and take time to identify your thoughts and feelings in such a busy and fast-paced world. I aim to provide highly individualized treatment, in a non-judgmental and empowering way. treatment, in a non-judgmental and empowering way. I am passionate about working together, to provide an outlet of support, and allow for a space to heal, and build insight for growth.
Engaging in the therapeutic process can add great value to your life, including a deeper understanding of yourself and having the space to identify areas for growth. It is a unique space for you, separate from your everyday life; a calming place to enter, to breathe, and take time to identify your thoughts and feelings in such a busy and fast-paced world. I aim to provide highly individualized treatment, in a non-judgmental and empowering way. treatment, in a non-judgmental and empowering way. I am passionate about working together, to provide an outlet of support, and allow for a space to heal, and build insight for growth.
I whole-heartedly believe in the concept of “Feel then Heal.” Together, we can explore what is going on that is preventing you from living the life you want to live and cultivate solutions that realistically fit your life. I take a strength-based approach to counseling and believe you already possess the answers you need to become the best version of yourself, and that it is simply my job to help you find them. We can explore the thought patterns that may be preventing you from being able to move towards your goals and actively begin thinking about situations in a more positive way.
I whole-heartedly believe in the concept of “Feel then Heal.” Together, we can explore what is going on that is preventing you from living the life you want to live and cultivate solutions that realistically fit your life. I take a strength-based approach to counseling and believe you already possess the answers you need to become the best version of yourself, and that it is simply my job to help you find them. We can explore the thought patterns that may be preventing you from being able to move towards your goals and actively begin thinking about situations in a more positive way.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as 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 ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
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—both men and women—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.