Therapists in Great Neck, NY

As a mental health counselor, I create a warm, supportive environment where an individual can express their feelings in detail without feeling judged or criticized. I believe in treatment being tailored to the individuals specific needs. I do this by developing an understanding of your background so I can better assist your present concerns. Specializing in client centered psychotherapy and rational emotive cognitive behavioral therapy, I assist my patients in overcoming obstacles, developing strategies to reach personal goals, and creating effective coping skills to help manage stressful situations.

All of us have the "tools" within us to help ourselves. As a psychotherapist, I will help you find those inner "tools" and we will use them to guide you through emotional difficulties, relationship issues and many of the other challenges we face in life.

If you are reading this, it is likely that you are searching for change. Something new to impact your life. You might be searching for a way to feel and live your life differently. You might be seeking more satisfying relationships. Many are looking for relief from painful feelings and experiences. Maybe you are desiring more meaningful perspectives on stressful situations and relationship conflicts. In striving to achieve any of these ends, you cannot underestimate the impact of processing your feelings and communicating your experiences through a discussion like you have never had prior to coming in.

I am a licensed Psychologist with over 30 years of experience treating clients who span all age groups. I have advanced training beyond my Ph.D. that includes a certificate in Psychotherapy from Adelphi University. I view the therapeutic process as a collaborative one in which the client and I work together to explore current concerns, past experiences as they may relate to patterns of behavior, roadblocks to achieving one's goals, leading to an enhanced awareness of one's personal control. Building resilience is the key to coping with the challenges and transitions that life brings.

HOW? H: Honesty. O: Open-mindedness. W: Willingness. Equanimity of Great Neck Plaza and the Center for Anger and Conflict Management offers programs to reduce the level of anger and anxiety. We focus on the five part anger episode: Triggers. Appraisal of the trigger(s). The anger Experience. The anger Expression. The Outcome of the anger episode. We also focus on the Toxic Thoughts that creating your Feelings. Your Physiology, what your body is telling you when you experience a Trigger. Your Action Urges, and to be Non-Judgmental, Non-Determining and Non-Meaning. This program is recognized by Criminal & Family Courts.

With 40 years of experience treating children and adolescents, I help families anticipate and navigate the struggles of growing up. When families face divorce, trauma, moving homes or school districts, or simply want to stay on a healthy track, I work with children and their parents to confront challenges and create solutions. I promote positive social and emotional development, and believe in helping my patients build their self-confidence, social skills, and improve their peer and family relationships through open and clear communication.

Since 1978 I have provided and supervised psychotherapy to approximately ten thousand individuals of all ages with social anxiety. The result of this process has been the development of The Berent Treatment Methodology, which has adapted to the specific needs of social anxiety sufferers, rather than fitting the problem of social anxiety into the narrow confines of existing modalities. Treatment integrates physiological, behavioral, cognitive, and emotional dynamics. The Berent Treatment Methodology is effective for: public speaking anxiety disorder, fear of being noticeably nervous as in erythrophobia and hyper-hidrosis, performance anxiety, selective mutism, pervasive social avoidance, and dependent personality.

I work with individuals and couples who are struggling with some aspect of daily living - relationships, family, job; or who face a crisis such as illness or loss. I work to help clients understand the emotions, beliefs, and behaviors that may contribute to their difficulties. Strategies that have been adaptive or protective at an earlier time may no longer be needed and may interfere with life satisfaction. I have a flexible approach designed to strengthen coping skills and to foster resilience. My work involves both careful listening and active collaboration, with a focus on each person's unique history.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with a variety of problems including anxiety, depression, adhd, and interpersonal issues. I also treat families in conflict. I have found that most clients have mixed feelings about making changes in their lives. Increasing motivation to change is usually the first goal of therapy. This is best accomplished through the formation of a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship.

As a psychotherapist I work from a compassionate and empathetic perspective. My work takes in to account the whole person by exploring my client’s life experiences in order to build increased awareness to promote growth and a deeper sense of healing. I help clients to identify undiscovered potential, create positive change, and work through a multitude of issues. Clients come to me to work through anxiety, depression, trauma, educational issues, low self-esteem, times of transition and relationship issues. I work with all types of clients. I frequently work with those struggling with anxiety and various ways in which it manifests.

Hi, I'm Gayle. If you're feeling alone, overwhelmed, or just plain stuck, you might not want to talk to your friends about it or you might worry that your family won't understand. That's where I come in: I believe in the power of listening and the resilience of people. I can help you dig in, move forward, and get un-stuck! I specialize in couples counseling, anxiety and depression, and life transitions, and whether you're in crisis or just need some guidance, I can help.

I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience treating children, adolescents, young adults and adults. I provide a warm and safe atmosphere for you and or your family members to express their thoughts and feelings. As a result of my broad training and experience, I have successfully treated clients facing challenging life events, such as failing relationships, anxieties and parent child management concerns. I incorporate the therapeutic process with a collaborative team effort. Our work together will allow you to increase self awareness, insight and coping skills. All in an effort to approach life with more success and happiness.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of behavioral, mood, and anxiety issues, including depression, panic, social anxiety, ADHD, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. I also work with individuals to cope more effectively with life stressors and to grieve the situations that cannot be altered. The therapy process is collaborative; I listen intently to my clients symptoms and, empathically and non-judgmentally, I help them work through their pain to achieve their goals.

Do you need someone to listen, help you sort out ideas, or resolve a problem? Especially during this challenging time there is a higher need for having a safe place to express, and release emotions. I am currently offering therapy sessions through tele-health via video or phone. This is at the convenience, and privacy of your own home. I make it a priority to foster a safe, non-judgmental, and comfortable environment where you can openly discuss difficult feelings. I believe a key factor in the success of therapy is the bond between therapist & patient. I work hard at providing compassion, trust, and a safe place for healing.

If difficult and painful emotions are becoming overwhelming and beginning to interfere with your life, there is hope. At times we can feel stuck in a cycle of dealing with the same problems that don't seem to get better. I work with adults and teens experiencing anxiety, depression and struggle due to long-standing issues or perhaps a recent crisis. You may be dealing with major life changes, work or school problems, relationship/family conflict or other upsetting issues. With skilled and compassionate therapy, it is possible to find a way out of the pain--towards greater peace and happiness.

****Currently accepting new clients*** Are you feeling stuck in life? You keep trying to get out of the same unhealthy patterns but just can't seem to shake those old habits? I help people like you understand their behavioral patterns and help develop an actionable plan to make positive changes. I also help people overcome chronic anxiety that keeps them from reaching their full potential in life. Do you find yourself overthinking and over-analyzing a problem? Do you find it difficult to detach yourself from what-if thoughts? I help clients overcome anxiety via clear and precise steps.

Envisioning a rich and rewarding life can be challenging when you are overcome by either longstanding or daily problems. Certain beliefs and behaviors help to navigate the complexities of life but sometimes overwhelming emotions prevail. Depression, anxiety, panic disorders, and interpersonal problems may develop but with the right therapist you can overcome these obstacles.

South Shore Counseling and Psychological Services is a private practice with locations in Great Neck, Wantagh, and Amityville, on Long Island. Our talented psychotherapists have a variety of clinical specialties; we work with a wide range of patients of all ages through many presenting issues: anxious disorders, depressive disorders, mood disorders, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, relationship issues, family-of-origin issues, school/college issues, adjustment-related disorders, and Workers' Comp/No Fault cases, among others. We consider it our privilege to be part of our patients' development and healing.