NYSHIP | NY State Empire Plan Therapists in Great Neck Plaza, NY

My name is Emily Hodgson, and I'm a MHC-LP Psychotherapist at Center Rock Mental Health Counseling. I aim to provide a warm, patient, empathetic, and culturally affirming environment so that people feel comfortable enough to become vulnerable. I also seek to develop a trusting, collaborative, and empowering counseling relationship with all of the people that I work with through both individual and group counseling.

My name is Corina Quel, and I am an MHC-LP Psychotherapist at Center Rock Mental Health Counseling. If you are an adult experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, or difficulty with life transitions, then I am here to help. While focusing on your strengths, I provide guidance in establishing boundaries to maintain healthy relationships and help you develop coping skills to manage stressors. I also work with immigrants who are discovering their purpose learning to set boundaries, and navigating identity or relationship changes. In session, I offer a safe space while providing compassion, empathy, and respect.

Life's journey of fluctuations with unexpected & painful circumstances can leave us experiencing prolonged sadness, pervasive anxiety, and overwhelming stress. My passion as a therapist is to provide an authentic and empathic space for you to process and navigate your emotions, while enhancing your strengths & self-worth. I take a holistic approach to therapy. With more than 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist, I work with those who struggle with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, work-related stressors, and marital/couple's issues. I am also dedicated to working with clients who have experienced trauma and symptoms of PTSD.

Healing can happen with the courage to understand one’s own life story. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey toward prioritizing emotional well-being, promoting healthier behaviors and routines, and fostering self-compassion. This journey often includes examining the dynamic challenges that impact our relationships. As each person presents with a unique set of strengths and challenges, I strive to personalize treatment to meet your personal goals, build upon your strengths, and help you feel in control of your life. Most importantly, I prioritize doing this work in a warm and supportive environment.

I am passionate about creating a warm, safe, and inclusive atmosphere for all persons. I empower individuals to feel seen and freely express themselves throughout our work together. In my clinical work, I collaborate with clients to identify their personal goals and strengths, deepen insight, and navigate various life experiences. With all clients, I aim to cultivate acceptance and self-compassion. My hope is for all clients, including those who have endured trauma, to feel safe in their body and supported in their experience. I am patient, humble, and continuously inspired by the opportunity to sit with others on their journey.

I believe that the therapeutic journey is one that begins with stepping out of one's comfort zone and welcoming change. I make diligent efforts to create a safe space for my clients to openly talk about vulnerable issues. I work hard to build a strong alliance with my clients as well as a space that reflects my nonjudgmental and supportive stance. I specialize in working with pre-teens, teens, and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts, trauma and PTSD, adjustment issues, and self-esteem problems. I also provide therapy for issues that relate to family conflict and divorce.

I create a safe and nonjudgmental space where my clients feel at ease to work on their personal journey toward change. Oftentimes, it is what is not being said that becomes the focus of the session. Therefore, I help my clients develop a voice and find a way to effectively express their pain and struggles. I believe anxiety, fear, and pain are often obstacles to an individual’s growth. These emotions, along with one’s unhelpful thoughts and problematic behaviors, can be barriers to change. Therefore, I assist my clients in identifying therapeutic goals that are focused on freeing oneself from these roadblocks & barriers.