Couples Counseling Therapists in Holtsville, NY

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in many areas including: anxiety disorders, depression, alcohol/substance use disorders, addiction, relationship concerns, stress management, and self-esteem issues. I am well versed in technology and games to facilitate in understanding and managing this ever-changing world.

I believe in the inherent value of every person who chooses to seek therapy and I’m committed to sharing their journey with them. I work with individuals, couples and families with depression/mood disorders, anxiety, life transition or adjustment difficulties, communication challenges, interpersonal relationship conflicts, trauma and PTSD and stress reduction. I have extensive experience working with suicidal ideation and self-harm, trauma and mood/behavior dysregulation. In the safety of a supportive space, I will join you or your loved one on a path of learning and healing.

If you are an individual or couple who is living with addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, has experienced one or more traumatic events and/or is in need of couples counseling in an effort to start the healing process and reconnect with your partner/spouse this is a great place to start your journey. Clients are encouraged to remain motivated, actively participate in therapy sessions and complete clinical tasks at home. Clinicians will collaborate with clients to develop treatment plans and monitor progress to assure that our clients are receiving adequate support and assistance towards reaching their goals.

Dr. Brad Lindell is the Executive Director of the Institute for Attentional Disorders. He has provided services to children, adolescents and adults with attentional disorders for 25 years. He has written many articles and lectured on the diagnosis and treatment of attentional disorders. He is a school/clinical psychologist and has worked at the pre-school, elementary and secondary levels. Given his diverse training and experience, Dr. Lindell brings a unique understanding of ADHD children and adolescents from a behavioral, social/emotional and learning perspective. He has worked regularly with parents and teachers in addressing the difficulties associated with ADHD.

After more than a decade of working with children and adolescents as a teachers assistant in nursery schools' and as a camp counselor and group leader, I obtained my Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University.

I provide counseling for individuals, couples, and families with a desire of helping them bring joy back to their relational functioning.

"One size seldom fits all" and the same is true with therapists. Finding a therapist that connects with you and understands your needs is the foundation of your journey for change. Life can get complicated, but working together, we can explore the problems and work toward solutions in a warm, supportive, confidential and most important a nonjudgemental atmosphere. Since one size seldom fits all, I use a variety of behavioral approaches to create a shift in my clients' self awareness.

I have nearly 20 years of experience treating individuals (children and adults), couples, families and groups. My treatment approach is rooted in reducing emotional distress, restoring life balance, improving self-awareness and helping to create more meaningful relationships in your life. I will provide you tools to help reduce and reframe unhealthy and potentially damaging thoughts, resulting in improved comfort with yourself and within your relationships. We will develop a conflict resolution plan to reduce relationship distress and to learn to use your bodily cues as a tool in understanding your own habitual responses.

If you are looking at this, you have made the important decision to actively seek help, which is the first step to dealing with whatever is causing you difficulty in your daily life. Now that you have made the first step, you need to choose a mental health professional who is right for you. I know this can be challenging, but I believe the most important thing in choosing a mental health professional is finding one whom you feel comfortable with and who you believe will be able to help you deal with, manage, and hopefully overcome whatever issue you are facing.

I believe that therapy is the process of self-actualization. It is the fulfillment of our overall need to achieve a healthy mind, body, and spirit. It is the place where one can move safely from a world of uncertainty and self-doubt to realizing the hopes and dreams of the individual in both intra and interpersonal relationships. I am firmly committed to the belief that each one of us deserves the life we have always imagined and it's a privilege to be a part of an individuals journey to that place.

My approach is to assist clients in a direction of greater fulfillment in their lives and to obtain the self-awareness and knowledge that leads to stronger, healthier and more satisfying relationships. I have many years of experience working with adults, couples, teen, children and the aging population. I've worked with people with a wide range of issues such as depression, marital discontent, divorce, self-esteem and anxiety to name a few. I am a member of the American Counseling Association and the American Mental Health Counselors Association.

I strive to incorporate a strengths based perspective while engaging my clients in a therapeutic relationship. I am committed to assisting my clients and families in reaching their personal goals. I provide a safe and warm environment for all individuals, couples and families, and welcome you into the journey of bettering yourself and your relationships.