Parenting Therapists in Great Neck, NY

I believe in the power of our therapeutic relationship, the ultimate yet genuine collaborative problem solving process. Together we will create positive change. I draw from my diverse psychology experiences, spanning schools, hospitals, day treatment programs, assessment centers, community mental health clinics, and private practice to tailor my interventions to meet your unique needs. My focus is providing concrete life skills while working through underlying issues and improving our everyday relationships. I view relationships as essential for helping to create change. The office has a room for testing and therapy and another for play therapy and PCIT.

Seeking help is not always easy, but I have found that most patients end up feeling relieved and more optimistic once they have taken that first step. As a therapist, I try my best to make you feel comfortable and understood. I work in a supportive, interactive, and collaborative manner and it is my goal to help you develop tools, right from the start, to help you manage your situation as we continue to get to know one another. I have over 15-years experience working with adults, adolescents and young families with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, difficult transitions, stress, and parenting challenges.

Feeling overwhelmed by your child’s behavior? Wondering why they're acting out in school or at home? Confused about what to do or how to respond during their outbursts? Are you overwhelmed by the daily tasks of being a parent ? Are you figuring out motherhood? Not sure how to respond to your newborn baby and how to best support them?

I bring flexibility, compassion, and optimism to my work as a clinical psychologist. With specialized training in Body Focused Repetitive Disorders (trichotillomania/hair pulling & skin picking), Autism, and different anxiety conditions, I will help you feel understood and supported as we collaborate to come up with an action plan to move forward. My goal is help you reduce suffering and feelings of isolation and anxiety, and actualize a full and meaningful life. Recognizing that treatment is not a one-size-fits-all experience, our work together will be tailored to address your unique struggles and goals.

Is your child struggling with issues related to academic difficulty, organizational skills, or inattentiveness? Consultation with a certified professional can be instrumental in identifying specific areas of strength and weakness, as well as provide coping strategies and skills to better manage such challenges, and help identify appropriate educational accommodations. I am a Licensed Child-Clinical Psychologist specializing in assessments and neuropsychological evaluations for children from 24 months across the lifespan. I work with children and families impacted by Developmental Disorders, ADHD, and Learning Disorders.

I am a clinical therapist and professor who practices in New York and Massachusetts. Many times, challenges, pain, loss, and even suffering hold just as much a place in our lives as happiness, joy, peace and triumph. Utilizing best-practices and empirical knowledge, my hope is for our journey to be an intricate process of joining and receiving; discovering and growing; learning and practicing. My approach is integrative, taking into consideration all the systems within you, including race, culture and environment. I aim to hold a warm and supportive space wherein empowerment, balance and growth can be achieved.

As you are reading this, you maybe feeling overwhelmed. Maybe you are experiencing a strained relationship, or feeling stagnant in your career, or dealing with a current crisis such as a job loss or a painful loss of a loved one. Perhaps you are dealing with the stress and never ending anxiety of being a caregiver to an elderly parent , or a child with special needs. Whatever your challenges are, they may have prevented you from having a "peace of mind". Together, we will uncover and address the barriers that have stopped you from reaching peacefulness and fulfilment.

Seeking help is hard. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has practiced for decades focusing on assisting Individuals of any age, couples and families. I utilize insight oriented and cognitive behavioral techniques, psycho-education, as well as many other therapeutic concepts to promote a supportive atmosphere so that my clients gain acceptance and control over their issues. People are not the same, neither is their treatment. When facing hard times, it's a good idea to ask for help.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed? Are you experiencing family difficulties with a spouse and/or significant other, children, adolescents, parents? Are you struggling with a painful loss? Are you experiencing distress in your job or with colleagues? Is your child/adolescent struggling with school related issues or social pressures? Is your child/adolescent exhibiting signs of distress, anxiety, depression? Are your child's/adolescent's behavioral issues making parenting more difficult?

Life is a journey filled with many different challenges that can be overwhelming and distressing. My goal is to be there with you in finding new ways of coping with such difficulties. I became a therapist because of my passion to connect deeply with people and help with self exploration and growth. I believe that such a connection can relieve many obstacles and improve emotional well being. I am trained in evidence-based clinical treatments for individuals, couples, and families going through daily struggles such as interpersonal conflicts, marital conflicts, parent -child difficulties, high anxiety, depression, and more.

As a psychotherapist, I provide individuals with a safe space where they will be carefully listened to and understood. Specializing in psychodynamics, I provide my patients with a warm therapeutic relationship where we will explore past experiences that may be related to current emotional distress in several life areas (relationships, family, career, parenting , eating issues/body image, health and self esteem). We will explore your presenting symptoms not as a "disease" or a "problem" but rather an insight into understanding the self and your needs in a more compassionate way. I also offer supervision to mental health professionals.

Life has no shortage of stressors; therapy is an opportunity to process challenges which can lead to self-discovery and growth. Whether it’s anxiety, relationship problems, diminished self-worth, mood difficulties, school-related obstacles, parenting issues, life transitions or the like, I am committed to utilizing a personalized approach, tailoring my work and interventions to focus on each individual client – with their particular struggles and strengths. As such, I help clients become better equipped to effect change – large or small - leading to better relationships, more fulfillment and improved feelings of self-worth.

I have found that the most important factor in any successful therapy is the chemistry between therapist and the people he/she works with. I use the therapeutic relationship to understand what problems an individual faces outside the office, what blocks them from accomplishing what they want for themselves. A therapeutic relationship is often one of the most intimate and private relationships one can have. I try to help people develop their own sense of agency to gain control over their lives. I believe people want to be seen and heard. I enjoy being able to provide that for them.

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.

For over 25 years, I have provided forensic consultation to New York State and Federal courts on criminal, family, and civil matters. Also, I see patients on a regular basis for neuropsychological testing to evaluate the effects of brain trauma, learning disabilities, and ADD on everyday living. In addition, sex offender work-ups (which include computer-based testing and clinical polygraph) are offered through my practice (NY Forensic) for the purpose of risk assessment and dispositional recommendations for the court.

I bring warmth, compassion, humor and empathy to the therapeutic relationship, and I honor and prioritize the development of trust as a necessary foundation for successful treatment. I will create a comfortable atmosphere where you can feel safe and empowered to share your thoughts and feelings freely without fear of judgment. In working with me, you will be able to identify your strengths, gain a deep understanding of the themes in your life, and gain insight into past event, relationship patterns, and unhealthy coping skills that may be keeping them stuck.

I believe that the essence of therapy is to provide the tools necessary to make changes that can help someone improve their life or the lives of those around them. Therapy can be short-term or long-term, there are always effective strategies. I provide a safe and comfortable setting to facilitate growth and self awareness. I teach coping skills that will lead to lasting independence. In addition, I urge my clients over time to become introspective, explore their actions, and to eradicate unhealthy behavioral patterns.

Life is filled with difficult challenges and changes and there are times when we all need a little help coping with worry, sadness and the stresses of life. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Therapist and have for years worked extensively with individuals, couples and families through both the typical struggles of life as well as serious life crises. I have a specific interest in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, relationship issues and illness. I also work with women with postpartum depression and parenting issues. My style is interactive, supportive and collaborative.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, family therapy & parent guidance. I also offer group therapy for children & adolescents as well as parenting groups. I strive to develop a strong working relationship with my clients and provide a trusting, empathetic, non-judgemental environment believing that the therapeutic relationship is paramount for successful outcomes. I specialize in treating various issues, including but not limited to, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, behavior problems, family conflicts, and trauma. Please contact me at 516-456-1155 to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions.