Marriage Counseling Therapists in Chappaqua, NY
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Deborah S Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified
Verified
Working with many different kinds of difficulties including depression, anxiety and phobias, I have special training in eating disorders, family and
marital
therapy and trauma and dissociation.
If you are reading this page, you are probably in some kind of crisis or difficulty you have not been able to sort out by yourself. Although this can be uncomfortable, it also provides great possibilities for change. As a trained therapist with over 30 years of experience, I have a broad array of experiences and tools to help you effect the changes you want to make in a way that is gentle and respectful. Although it may seem impossible, individual change, changing a troubled relationship or getting your family back on track are all within reach.

Elyse Beyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified
Verified
I work with adults and teens, couples and families seeking help with overcoming issues in everyday life having to do with
marital
and parenting concerns, issues surrounding divorce and separation, relationship issues, life transitions, school and work, low self esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, social anxiety and behavioral problems. I engage with my clients in a professional, warm, caring and empathic manner, helping people to make positive changes in their lives. I offer support and guidance to overcome unsuccessful and self-defeating patterns and help you learn more about yourself in order to make successful positive changes towards personal growth.

Kathy L Grummon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Psychotherapy can benefit people facing a range of challenges. Currently, I see adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship or interpersonal difficulties, and sometimes with health/illness issues. I see many people experiencing distress and other symptoms associated with life transitions such as adolescence,
marriage
, new parenthood or challenges in family planning, divorce, professional or personal role redefinition, retirement, and aging. I provide counseling to individuals and couples struggling with the shifting roles and demands of these complicated times.

Pilar B Wellansky
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My work with couples and families includes working with the entire family, working with couples on
marital
difficulties or working with parents to help them cope with stressful parenting issues.
I am a New York State licensed psychologist who specializes in anxiety, depression & mood disorders, stress management, and relationship issues. Since 2000, my private practice in Pleasantville has been dedicated to helping individuals, families and couples lead fulfilling lives with satisfying relationships. I have a Master's degree in School Psychology and a Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) from Yeshiva University. I work with children, adolescents and adults. Although I do not accept any insurance plan directly, I do send out monthly insurance-friendly receipts that can be submitted to your insurance company.
Trudie Goldmann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed Psychologist with over 20 years experience working with adults and older adolescents. I currently see people struggling with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship and interpersonal issues. I see many people who experience stress and symptoms associated with life transitions, such as adolescence,
marriage
/divorce, new parenthood, chronic illness, unemployment/underemployment, retirement and aging.I believe therapy is a collaboration to which I bring warmth, curiosity, a non-judgmental nature and an appreciation of individual differences.

Shari Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience as a practicing therapist. I offer a safe therapeutic environment for older adolescents and adults dealing with a wide range of issues that include depression, anxiety, bereavement, couples/
marital
discord, trauma, addiction, chronic and terminal illness, and life transitions. I work with individuals, couples and groups.

Steffani Brandenburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified
Verified
I come from a relational, holistic, strength-based perspective. My practice of over 30 years has taught me that psychotherapy is a blend of art and science. Compassion, creativity, and attuned listening coupled with well researched therapies and holistic thinking (mind-body-spirit) defines my practice. Throughout my career I have been dedicated to helping people overcome obstacles so that they can lead authentic and fulfilling lives. Treatment specialization includes: Therapy for depression and anxiety, pre-
marital
counseling,
marriage
/relationship concerns including loss of emotional/sexual intimacy, infidelity, women's sexual health concerns, issues specific to the LGBTQ community

Matthew E Korner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I provide treatment for anxiety and depression; relationship and
marriage
difficulties; struggles with school, work, or career related anxiety; LGBTQ+ and identity development issues; chronic pain; adjustment to medical illness or injury; challenges brought on by aging; parenting issues; anger management.
Connecting with people in meaningful ways is central to the process of healing. I help by listening carefully and without judgement, working with you to understand challenges you face in the world, challenges that may emerge as we engage in our therapeutic process. My interest is in partnering with you to create a space where you come to develop a deeper, broader, more flexible experience of yourself, where you come to feel more aligned with the world outside.
Not accepting new clients

Dennis Thornton
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I have developed expertise in such areas as: chronic pain and medical illnesses, relationship issues,
marital
and couples counseling, parenting concerns, stress management and relaxation techniques, life transitions and coaching and addictions.
Isn't it frustrating to be confronted with life issues that can cause hardship and emotional pain. That despite your best efforts a more desirable outcome seems illusive. Sometimes, we all need a helping hand to identify and initiate more effective life strategies. I can help you promote desirable changes with either long standing personal issues or more acute ones that have been brought on by circumstances or unfortunate life events. No matter what the situation, the opportunity for positive change is always present.

Amy W Bernstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MAT, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
Those people who are looking for a well seasoned therapist who is client focused and realizes that health insurance too often dictates health care. My training covers EMDR,Cognitive Behavioral therapy, DBT,
Marriage
and Family Systems/Bowinen therapy, Modern Psychoanalysis, Drug and Alcohol treatment, Child and Adolescent behavior. I treat individuals, couples and families. My practice speciality covers depression, anxiety, life transistions, child/adolescentconcerns(working directly with every school system), illness, grief, LBGT issues, and
marriage
transistions.....I believe we are more than just the problem at hand. Therapy is a commitment, together we work for change.

Andrea D Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
I have over 25 years experience treating individuals,couples and groups. My techniques vary according to the needs of my clients. I offer brief treatment with focus on a specific issue; long term psychodynamic psychotherapy for greater self understanding;and EMDR for traumas.I specialize in relationship and couple issues and offer
marital
and supportive group therapy. I am a stress reduction specialist creating programs using mindfulness techniques and my cd JOURNEY TO INNER PEACE:Meditation and relaxation exercises for healthy living.

Normajean Cefarelli
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified
Verified
As a doctoral level
marriage
and family therapist, I have the highest level of clinical and academic training.
You may have wondered whether therapy could be helpful to you. I offer a complimentary phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, crisis management, anger issues, couples, and family issues. I have extensive experience working with individuals and families using CBT, mindfulness, and family system interventions. I work to create a virtual safe haven where we can explore your challenges. In addition to seeing clients virtually at Zackson Psychology Group, I am a virtual professor and clinical supervisor at New York University.

Hayley Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
The therapy I offer is a collaborative partnership based in curiosity, respect, and empathy. I believe in empowering, honoring, and celebrating your authentic self. With my guidance we will explore the intersecting layers of your identity to understand how to make positive, healthy changes that will allow you to achieve your goals. My clients often begin therapy as they need support managing mood symptoms or disorders (anxiety, depression), attention difficulties, gender/sexuality concerns, family dynamics, life transitions and events,
marital
and premarital conflict, trauma, peer relationships, and school issues.

Samantha Schnell
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
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.

Alexis M De Braganca
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
My work as a therapist focuses on helping adolescent and adult clients coping with life changes and difficult circumstances leading the individual to a variety of protective yet self-defeating responses. I am experienced in treating substance abuse, eating disorders and other compulsive behaviors, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I take a hands-on, eclectic and team approach with the individual and their unique support systems towards attaining their goals of treatment; as well as to restore mental health and wellness, and balance in their lives and relationships.

Sarah Stern
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Feeling down? Stressed? Going through a transition? Struggling with relationships? Whether you are coping with an immediate stressor, looking to change long-standing bahaviors or gain greater self-awareness, as a licensed psychologist, I am here to help. I believe the foundation for successful therapy lies in a supportive, non-judgmental and empathic therapeutic relationship through which one can explore and understand relationship dynamics, emotional themes, and maladaptive behaviors and thought patterns with the goal of increasing self-awareness and creating a fuller, happier life. I approach therapy from a positive perspective and try to harness each individuals strengths to build skills and create change.

Pleasantville Psychology Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
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.

Audra Tolbert-Martin, LPC, LMHC, ATR
Licensed Professional Counselor, MFA, MA, LPC, LMHC, ATR
Verified
Verified
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.

Carrie Allison Van Schaick
Counselor, Carrie Van Schaick, LMHC
Verified
Verified
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.

Shirley Azoulai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My clients often tell me that they have worked with others in the past that did not understand them and express great relief that they have found their way to me. I am here for you and I am ready to help. Whatever you are going through I believe I can offer you the guidance and understanding that you are searching for. I have years of experience working with people just like you who need to be heard and not judged, people who want change and results that will improve their lives. You will find that I am perceptive and empathetic and get to the heart of the matter quickly. Take a look at my 5 star reviews on Google & ZocDoc.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.