Female Therapists in Commack, NY

Your life is an ongoing journey and it's time to make yourself a priority. Are you not living the life you dreamed of? Or do you often feel frustrated that your relationships, home life, and career are less than satisfying? Have you ever wondered what is stopping you from feeling happier, more confident, and in control of your future? We live in a society so busy that we can barely hear ourselves think. Its rare that anyone feels truly heard and listened to. I can help you to learn to lead a more authentic, self-actualizing life that works for you. Perhaps you're looking to take steps towards healing, but are unsure where to start.

If you look the right way, you can see that the whole world is a garden. - Frances Hodgson Burnett. I strive to create a positive, non-judgmental, and welcoming experience by avoiding a 'one size fits all' approach to counseling. My approach is one that is compassionate and empathetic to every situation. I believe in emphasizing your needs as the main priority through a considerate and personalized lens.

My approach to therapy draws from various modalities to ensure all my clients' specific needs are met. Through compassion and empathy I aim to meet my clients where they are at. While holding a non-judgmental space, my clients are able to safely explore and reflect on their life experiences and how to navigate them.

I am a Licensed Psychotherapist who specializes in working with adults who may be grappling with issues of emotional, behavioral, and interpersonal wellbeing. If you are feeling lost, stuck, depressed, or overwhelmed, there is no reason for you to struggle alone. I offer a warm, safe, and supportive environment where we can work together to identify and overcome the obstacles that may be keeping you from getting where you want to be.

As a therapist, it is my goal to establish a validating and empathetic environment, so that you may feel supported throughout this part of your journey while making you feel seen and heard. My practice encompasses a variety of modalities, including Trauma-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, etc. Above all, I tailor my approach to each individual's specific needs. I also hold an M.A. in Clinical Art Therapy, which I utilize when necessary. I find that it is vital to assist individuals in comprehending the mechanisms that drive our minds and bodies to respond to stimuli in different ways.

Mindset is not a fixed trait rather it is our perception and attitudes towards the world. Hence by empowering mindset, you can make significant changes in your life. Amita Marks, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist specializing in depression, anxiety, Trichotillomania, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Adjustment Disorder, Anger management, relationship issues, and stress management. Helping clients believe in themselves, become more attuned to their thoughts, focus on their strengths, re-frame faulty thought process, and utilize mind over mood, affords her enormous gratification.

I am here to support, guide, & help you navigate through life's struggles. I started my career as a Student Assistance Counselor to help children/adolescents navigate their school career, address mental health issues, & cope with daily life. I believe there is no one else that understands you better than you! Therefore, I enjoy working alongside my clients in the treatment process in an environment of non-judgmental understanding. I use a combination of therapies, including person-centered, solution focused, CBT, & trauma informed therapy. If you are struggling, I can help you navigate the murky waters & come out feeling refreshed.

My ideal client is a person who wants to be empowered to change their life through counseling and education. The issues I am best suited to treat are addictions, codependency, stress management, self esteem, and difficult life transitions.

Life can feel unmanageable at times, with obstacles such as anxiety, depression, and addiction. However, I can help you process and grow through the trials and tribulations of life, and learn to love yourself again.

Do you feel like you struggle in your day to day life? Do you experience difficulty managing your emotions? Having difficulty managing life stressors such as work, relationships, self-image, and life in general? I understand even though you may have answered yes to any of these questions above, you may still be hesitant about making changes. Change can be scary, but it can also be beautiful and rewarding. Our goal in therapy would be to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in life.

ʏᴏᴜ ᴅᴇsᴇʀᴠᴇ ᴀ ʟɪғᴇ ᴛʜᴀᴛ ʟᴇᴀᴠᴇs ʏᴏᴜ ᴇxᴄɪᴛᴇᴅ ᴛᴏ ᴡᴀᴋᴇ ᴜᴘ ᴇᴀᴄʜ ᴍᴏʀɴɪɴɢ. Life is too valuable to be stuck in unhealthy relationships, haunted by the pain of your trauma or feeling paralyzed by intense emotions. I am a Trauma Informed Life Coach, as well as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 7 years experience working with trauma. I believe you can be freed of your emotional pain by turning that pain into power and begin to live life on life’s terms. I will help you work through your symptoms, find solutions to your problems and assist you in your healing, which will allow you to live the life you’ve always dreamed of living.

I'm a licensed psychologist who specializes in treating adults of all ages with anxiety, depression, insomnia, grief, and loss as well as working with people in the LGBTQ+ community. By using a cognitive-behavioral approach, I collaboratively work with clients to target the symptoms that are interfering with their daily lives and use their strengths to help them reach their goals. My role as your psychologist is to support and guide you through these difficult moments while exploring new ways to adapt to life's challenges.

My area of special interest is working with tweens/adolescents, young adults and families dealing with anxiety, ADHD, personality disorders, self esteem issues, peer relationships, and divorce. I believe it is vital to create a safe space and assist clients to make positive decisions that will allow for gratifying experiences and healthy relationship connections. Together, as a team, I work with my clients to set goals, work on skills and discover a plan that is specifically designed to meet their needs.

Making the decision to see a therapist is not easy. However, it is a time of growth, self-realization and change. I believe you are the expert on you and I will walk alongside you in your journey to healing, self-exploration and self-actualization. Change can be hard and finding a therapist you connect with to go on this journey with can also be hard. I offer a free phone consultation to see if we are a good match for one another.

Life is complicated. Sometimes, in our ever-changing world, we may find that we would benefit from support in navigating and improving upon various dimensions of ourselves and our day-to-day life that can impact our functioning. I offer professional support in a warm, safe environment to assist you in garnering insight into your feelings, exploring your strengths, working towards goals, and finding needed answers.