Therapists for Adults in East Syracuse, NY
I understand how difficult it can be for some to ask for help. Whether you're considering entering therapy for the first time, or have prior experience, the first priority is on developing a sense of safety in the therapy session. Once a trusting connection is developed, I allow the client to identify their own goals. I believe therapy is about change, but the type of change we work toward and the pace with which we work, is determined by the client. I provide support and guidance in this process.
I understand how difficult it can be for some to ask for help. Whether you're considering entering therapy for the first time, or have prior experience, the first priority is on developing a sense of safety in the therapy session. Once a trusting connection is developed, I allow the client to identify their own goals. I believe therapy is about change, but the type of change we work toward and the pace with which we work, is determined by the client. I provide support and guidance in this process.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adolescents, adults and families.
My primary goal focuses on providing a warm, safe and supportive environment that is essential in the therapeutic process. This will allow for exploration and dialogue regarding individual challenges and how to navigate through them in a way that will promote personal growth and change.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adolescents, adults and families.
My primary goal focuses on providing a warm, safe and supportive environment that is essential in the therapeutic process. This will allow for exploration and dialogue regarding individual challenges and how to navigate through them in a way that will promote personal growth and change.
My ideal clients love to learn. We figure things out together, develop a clean understanding of presenting issues, and then figure out a treatment strategy that feels supportive to their individual needs.
My ideal clients love to learn. We figure things out together, develop a clean understanding of presenting issues, and then figure out a treatment strategy that feels supportive to their individual needs.
You may be feeling stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed. You may also feel misunderstood, unheard and have trouble communicating with those you love. I work with clients on these very issues, in addition to helping clients manage anxiety, break unhelpful cycles and address relationship issues. My clients are those that want to break old patterns, find a healthy and holistic balance, and improve upon their relationships with themselves and others.
You may be feeling stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed. You may also feel misunderstood, unheard and have trouble communicating with those you love. I work with clients on these very issues, in addition to helping clients manage anxiety, break unhelpful cycles and address relationship issues. My clients are those that want to break old patterns, find a healthy and holistic balance, and improve upon their relationships with themselves and others.
Eastside Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
East Syracuse, NY 13057
We are a group practice with therapists who possess are variety of skills and expertise to focus on helping children and adults with a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, LGTBQ+ issues, grief, life transitions and more.
We are Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Mental Health Counselors with a combined 30+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. We provide treatment through a variety of modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy.
We are a group practice with therapists who possess are variety of skills and expertise to focus on helping children and adults with a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, LGTBQ+ issues, grief, life transitions and more.
We are Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Mental Health Counselors with a combined 30+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. We provide treatment through a variety of modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy.
Sara Freer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, PMH-C
4 Endorsed
East Syracuse, NY 13057
Waitlist for new clients
Have you noticed that you haven’t been feeling like yourself lately? Is it harder to get through your day-to-day tasks because you can’t muster the energy for them? Do your relationships feel as though they have suffered? Have you struggled with your mental health before/during/after pregnancy or miscarriage? I specialize in treating depression, relationship issues, perinatal mental health, and anxiety through a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Have you noticed that you haven’t been feeling like yourself lately? Is it harder to get through your day-to-day tasks because you can’t muster the energy for them? Do your relationships feel as though they have suffered? Have you struggled with your mental health before/during/after pregnancy or miscarriage? I specialize in treating depression, relationship issues, perinatal mental health, and anxiety through a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, emotional regulation difficulties, low self-esteem, life transitions, family and peer relationship challenges and behavioral concerns.
With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. My goal is to help you understand yourself better, overcome challenges, and achieve your personal goals.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, I am here to support you at your own pace.
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, emotional regulation difficulties, low self-esteem, life transitions, family and peer relationship challenges and behavioral concerns.
With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. My goal is to help you understand yourself better, overcome challenges, and achieve your personal goals.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, I am here to support you at your own pace.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who supports adults in gaining clarity, reducing emotional distress, and creating meaningful change within a supportive and nonjudgmental space.
My work is grounded in a Person Centered approach, meeting you where you are and prioritizing a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship. I work with adults 18 and older and specialize in life transitions, anxiety, depression, ADHD, self esteem concerns, and grief and loss.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who supports adults in gaining clarity, reducing emotional distress, and creating meaningful change within a supportive and nonjudgmental space.
My work is grounded in a Person Centered approach, meeting you where you are and prioritizing a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship. I work with adults 18 and older and specialize in life transitions, anxiety, depression, ADHD, self esteem concerns, and grief and loss.
Over the past 35 years, I've had the privilege of working with individuals in a multitude of environments from residential facilities to outpatient community mental health clinics. My experience has taught me the importance of respecting one's humanity through the use of a compassionate, nonjudgemental, and supportive approach. It is my firm belief that we all have the capacity for change. There is an inherent resilient nature within us that can be strengthened and utilized to achieve goals. My practice is directed toward empowering individuals to build on their strengths. I value "seeing the person and not the diagnosis".
Over the past 35 years, I've had the privilege of working with individuals in a multitude of environments from residential facilities to outpatient community mental health clinics. My experience has taught me the importance of respecting one's humanity through the use of a compassionate, nonjudgemental, and supportive approach. It is my firm belief that we all have the capacity for change. There is an inherent resilient nature within us that can be strengthened and utilized to achieve goals. My practice is directed toward empowering individuals to build on their strengths. I value "seeing the person and not the diagnosis".
I have experience working with adults with a range of struggles and challenges, especially anxiety, depression, trauma, and addictions.
Now credentialed with Fidelis!
Fully trained in EMDR Therapy! “Will I ever get over this?” We’ve all thought that at least once in our lives. Whether you currently suffer from something that happened a week ago or ten years ago, you don’t have to deal with it on your own. I am here to help you find hope, peace, and healing for yourself as we work together to resolve whatever it is that you’re struggling with.
I have experience working with adults with a range of struggles and challenges, especially anxiety, depression, trauma, and addictions.
Now credentialed with Fidelis!
Fully trained in EMDR Therapy! “Will I ever get over this?” We’ve all thought that at least once in our lives. Whether you currently suffer from something that happened a week ago or ten years ago, you don’t have to deal with it on your own. I am here to help you find hope, peace, and healing for yourself as we work together to resolve whatever it is that you’re struggling with.
Ready to turn 'roommates' into lovers? Has your body become unfamiliar and you're struggling to feel confident in the bedroom? Experienced changes in your health that are affecting your enjoyment of sex and intimacy? I help people rediscover self-pleasure, intimacy, passion, and genuine closeness. My sessions are built for people who are ready for meaningful conversations and real, lasting change. (Please contact me through my website, not PsychologyToday)
If you’re eager to feel comfortable as a sexual being and/or build a relationship full of love and deep connection, let’s get to work. Click the link in my bio to reach out!
Ready to turn 'roommates' into lovers? Has your body become unfamiliar and you're struggling to feel confident in the bedroom? Experienced changes in your health that are affecting your enjoyment of sex and intimacy? I help people rediscover self-pleasure, intimacy, passion, and genuine closeness. My sessions are built for people who are ready for meaningful conversations and real, lasting change. (Please contact me through my website, not PsychologyToday)
If you’re eager to feel comfortable as a sexual being and/or build a relationship full of love and deep connection, let’s get to work. Click the link in my bio to reach out!
Clients often report not feeling like an adult as they now try to manage their own relationships with parenting, partnering and themselves.
I provide mental health support and treatment to clients who experience symptoms due to anxiety, depression and trauma. I work using a variety of therapy modalities but gravitate toward helping clients understand their nervous system, childhood family system and how these dynamics can impact current functioning.
Clients often report not feeling like an adult as they now try to manage their own relationships with parenting, partnering and themselves.
I provide mental health support and treatment to clients who experience symptoms due to anxiety, depression and trauma. I work using a variety of therapy modalities but gravitate toward helping clients understand their nervous system, childhood family system and how these dynamics can impact current functioning.
I provide long and short term therapy for adults.
My areas of specialty include substance abuse, anger management, impulse control/compulsions, co-dependency, personality disorder, anxiety disorder, adult children of alcoholics, domestic/partner violence, depression, grief/loss, self-esteem, and stress management,
I provide long and short term therapy for adults.
My areas of specialty include substance abuse, anger management, impulse control/compulsions, co-dependency, personality disorder, anxiety disorder, adult children of alcoholics, domestic/partner violence, depression, grief/loss, self-esteem, and stress management,
At Fortitude Counseling, we provide evidence-based therapy for teens, adults, couples, and families.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. I provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. Together, we'll work through stress, trauma, relationship challenges, burnout, self-esteem, grief, emotional regulation, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, personalized, and grounded in evidence-based practices to help you build insight, healthier coping skills, and greater self-acceptance so you can create a life that feels more meaningful, balanced, and fulfilling.
At Fortitude Counseling, we provide evidence-based therapy for teens, adults, couples, and families.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. I provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. Together, we'll work through stress, trauma, relationship challenges, burnout, self-esteem, grief, emotional regulation, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, personalized, and grounded in evidence-based practices to help you build insight, healthier coping skills, and greater self-acceptance so you can create a life that feels more meaningful, balanced, and fulfilling.
Hello and welcome! If you've been feeling overwhelmed or out of sorts lately you are not alone, and you're in the right place. I know it can be intimidating to ask for help, but therapy can provide a safe haven to work things through that otherwise feel too big or too challenging. I’m here to work alongside you to get life moving in the direction you'd like to be going. My specialties are anxiety, stress management, life transitions, and chronic medical conditions (including pain). Clients I work with learn new ways to navigate and move through these concerns to come out feeling confident in their ability to cope and self-regulate.
Hello and welcome! If you've been feeling overwhelmed or out of sorts lately you are not alone, and you're in the right place. I know it can be intimidating to ask for help, but therapy can provide a safe haven to work things through that otherwise feel too big or too challenging. I’m here to work alongside you to get life moving in the direction you'd like to be going. My specialties are anxiety, stress management, life transitions, and chronic medical conditions (including pain). Clients I work with learn new ways to navigate and move through these concerns to come out feeling confident in their ability to cope and self-regulate.
Roderick (Rj)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
1 Endorsed
East Syracuse, NY 13057
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults, teens, and children who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation challenges, or life transitions.
I specialize in working with adults, teens, and children experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation challenges, and life transitions. Using a person-centered, trauma-informed approach, I integrate EMDR and DBT to help clients build coping skills, process trauma, and create lasting emotional balance in a supportive, collaborative space.
I work with adults, teens, and children who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation challenges, or life transitions.
I specialize in working with adults, teens, and children experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation challenges, and life transitions. Using a person-centered, trauma-informed approach, I integrate EMDR and DBT to help clients build coping skills, process trauma, and create lasting emotional balance in a supportive, collaborative space.
If you live with anxiety, depression, or struggle with grief you may be used to pushing through your days while feeling tense, overwhelmed, or stuck in your own thoughts. On the outside, you might appear capable and composed, while internally your mind feels busy, your body feels on edge, or it’s hard to fully relax.
In therapy, we will slow things down. We will create a safe space to understand what your mind is trying to communicate and learn ways to respond to it with more ease and compassion. The goal isn’t to eliminate anxiety, depression or grief, but to help it feel more manageable so it no longer runs your life.
If you live with anxiety, depression, or struggle with grief you may be used to pushing through your days while feeling tense, overwhelmed, or stuck in your own thoughts. On the outside, you might appear capable and composed, while internally your mind feels busy, your body feels on edge, or it’s hard to fully relax.
In therapy, we will slow things down. We will create a safe space to understand what your mind is trying to communicate and learn ways to respond to it with more ease and compassion. The goal isn’t to eliminate anxiety, depression or grief, but to help it feel more manageable so it no longer runs your life.
Hi there! I am a licensed mental health counselor. I specialize in helping individuals cope with the hardships of everyday life. My passion has always been helping people. Being able to make a difference in the way my clients view themselves and the world around them is the most rewarding part of what I do. Psychology and, more importantly, being a therapist is what I love and helping people improve their mental health is why I love it.
Hi there! I am a licensed mental health counselor. I specialize in helping individuals cope with the hardships of everyday life. My passion has always been helping people. Being able to make a difference in the way my clients view themselves and the world around them is the most rewarding part of what I do. Psychology and, more importantly, being a therapist is what I love and helping people improve their mental health is why I love it.
You've got it together...mostly. You're a rock star at your job, you're amazing to your partner, and you love the heck out of your kids, so why does the little voice in your head STILL say "Not good enough"? You do ALL the things for everyone who needs you (because you definitely feel guilty if you don't), and on the days you're overwhelmed and running on fumes? You'll continue to push through, because saying "no" feels like letting someone down. You can't remember the last time you did something for yourself, since "self-care" sounds like selfish and "burn out" is something you passed miles ago.
You've got it together...mostly. You're a rock star at your job, you're amazing to your partner, and you love the heck out of your kids, so why does the little voice in your head STILL say "Not good enough"? You do ALL the things for everyone who needs you (because you definitely feel guilty if you don't), and on the days you're overwhelmed and running on fumes? You'll continue to push through, because saying "no" feels like letting someone down. You can't remember the last time you did something for yourself, since "self-care" sounds like selfish and "burn out" is something you passed miles ago.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who has had the privilege to work closely with adults, adolescents, and children for over 10 years.
I am specially trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to treat individuals engaging in self harm behaviors (cutting, substance abuse, emotional eating) and/or have severe relationship conflict. I primarily utilize Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat many issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and grief/loss.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who has had the privilege to work closely with adults, adolescents, and children for over 10 years.
I am specially trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to treat individuals engaging in self harm behaviors (cutting, substance abuse, emotional eating) and/or have severe relationship conflict. I primarily utilize Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat many issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and grief/loss.
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FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.