Therapists in Chappaqua, NY

I'm a Jungian-oriented Board Certified Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor & Registered Art Therapist in the states of CT, IL, NY, PA, TX. I specialize in relationships, adult attachment anxiety, codependency, childhood trauma (emotional neglect, alcoholism, narcissistic parenting), and major life transitions (times in a person's life which call for deep self-evaluation). I use humor, empathy, and alternative methods of healing to help you find your own path in life! While life is at times a Tragi-Comedy, we can walk through the fire and free ourselves from the grips of anxiety, inner criticism and fear of loss.

I believe that people have the capacity for change. Often it is difficult to find the tools on our own to heal. We are blocked by destructive patterns brought on my traumatic events and simple life experiences that create automatic thoughts and beliefs. By creating awareness of this I can guide people to find their own accountability and gain control of their life so that they can ultimately align with the person they would like to be. I can provide a holistic approach to mental health that provides my clients with mindfulness, movement and nutrition in an effort to empower my clients to feel their best.

I provide compassionate treatment for Moms and families affected by perinatal mood & anxiety disorders. In addition I support women of all ages with mental health challenges and life transitions. I use a several techniques and tools, focusing on the individual needs of each client. These include CBT, mindfulness, positive psychology, REBT and psychodynamic therapy. I reassure clients that they are not alone and they will recover. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to share difficult emotions and experiences. My passion is helping clients find their inner strength and resilience.

Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.

Having been in practice for over 30 years I have found that connections are an important part of the helping process. I work with individuals, couples and families utilizing family history, current situational processes as well as personal strengths and coping skills to address issues of concern. I believe all individuals have the capacity to make changes in their lives and will work on helping each individual gain a better understanding of his/her needs and behaviors to attain those goals.

I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.

Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.

There’s no handbook that truly prepares you for parenting, and it can be even more complex if your child or adolescent has anxiety or behavioral challenges. As a parent, it can be incredibly difficult to see your child in distress, and not knowing how to respond in these moments can leave you feeling confused and powerless. If your child’s anxiety is stopping them from participating in everyday activities, or if you are a parent struggling with how to manage your child’s behavior, you and your child can gain the support and tools you need to make a positive change.

I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.

Pleasantville Psychology Group is a comprehensive mental health practice that provides compassionate psychotherapy and evaluation services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families who are struggling with concerns such as: depression, anxiety, panic, ADHD, learning difficulties, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, isolation, relationship issues, family conflict and balancing life and work demands.

My clinical training is in the area of Cognitive-Behaviorism & Task-Centered Therapy; I practice short-term Dimensional Solution-Based Therapy (DSBT). I am of the belief that DSBT psychotherapy is one of the most effective tools for change - as long as you are willing to make a change. The idea & responsibility for change can be overpowering. I see my role, as a Psychotherapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist, as a way to help you identify patterns in your life that you want to modify - act on...and act on them now. (Now working with a extended network of: Life Coaches, Energy Healers, Reiki & Yoga Masters & Recovery Coaches).

The therapist search is confusing and overwhelming so, good job for getting it started – keep going! Life is bumpy and we all need tools and a supportive ear to help get us through the rough parts. I’m an easy to talk to therapist with a sense of humor, and I aim to create a warm and open space to start figuring it out. Together, we’ll look at current symptoms and goals and collaborate on the direction of therapy. And, if I don’t end up being a good fit, I will do my best to help you find someone you might click with better— having a good therapeutic relationship is key to the process. I can see clients in person or telehealth.

My approach is to not only develop a warm relationship with every client, based on trust, honesty, and understanding; but to also apply treatment methods that work and help improve your quality of life. I believe therapy can help every person reduce negative thoughts and emotions, improve relationships, and increase personal insight and awareness. Most people who are looking for a therapist are searching for an ally and someone who can help them get relief as soon as possible. I work with every client to develop attainable goals and bring about the change you have been looking for.

Finding a therapist you connect with can be a difficult process. I value the step you have taken towards finding one who will be the best fit for you. With every client, I create a nonjudgmental environment with warmth, humor and commitment, where you can be heard. Therapy with me is a dedicated space just for you, where I fully encourage your authentic self to be seen. You will grow and make new meaning out of your experiences, even in the situations which can cause great distress.

Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears. While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.

Dr. Lauren Dobbs is a clinical psychologist specializing in assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults. She has experience in outpatient, private practice, academic, and residential settings. She has provided therapeutic and evaluation services for those with learning disorders, executive functioning deficits, mood and anxiety disorders, high-risk and acting-out behaviors, and trauma-related disorders. She has extensive training in conducting psychological evaluations aimed at diagnosing learning disorders, ADHD, and developmental disorders, and is proficient in evaluating social and emotional functioning.

My private practice is dedicated to working with children and adolescents, helping them learn how to express their emotions and gain control over their behaviors. I use principals of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and psyco-dynamic relations to teach young people to overcome difficulties from anxiety, depression, and other issues. For children dealing with pressures such as divorce, friendship difficulties and academic stress I offer a safe environment for them to give voice to their concerns and develop a problem solving plan. During the entire process I provide critical parental feedback.