Female Therapists in Island Park, NY

Life can be difficult at times. Relationship problems, issues at work, financial or parenting concerns, or feeling stuck or dissatisfied with our life circumstances, all can contribute to depression, anxiety or self-medicating and substance abuse. Whether it is getting rid of your fear, understanding why you are so sad, changing patterns of repeated painful relationships, or eliminatining self-destructive behaviors, the happiness you want and deserve is actually within your control. My approach is solution oriented. My style is collaborative. Patients like the fact that I do more than just listen. I raise questions, get them thinking, make suggestions, and engage actively with clients.

CHANGE YOUR LIFE FOR THE BETTER! Do you need a safe place to talk over problems, reduce stress, heal emotional wounds from past traumas and alleviate anxiety and depressions? We will work together, using and developing your strengths, to overcome life's obstacles. I provide honest feedback, support and new skills to resolve your problems. You will feel better able to cope with your struggles and learn constructive ways to take care of yourself. My goal is to assist you on your journey toward healing and growth, so that you can eventually progress on your own.

Therapy is an opportunity to know ourselves better. Through my work with clients, I tailor my approach to meet each client where they are. Through empathy and collaboration, I help empower my clients to find the answers they are searching for. Henry David Thoreau wrote, "What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters compared to what lives within us." It is my goal to help my clients find "what lives within" them to help them live a more fulfilling life.

As a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years of experience, my practice has focused on various needs of my clients, in both individuals and couples therapy. My practice has been enriched by my experience providing support services to clients of all socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

It takes courage and strength to seek help when life seems overwhelming. Change is possible. My job will be to empower you to help make that happen. You will bring to me your worries and wishes. I will bring to you my over 20 years of experience and my confidence in the process of therapy. Your relationship with your therapist is the key to beginning to feel better. In my warm and comfortable office, we can do our work in an atmosphere of trust and hope.

Are you struggling with intense emotions, overcoming trauma from your past or present, have difficulty motivating yourself to make changes, or not sure how to manage intrusive negative thoughts? Let's work towards goals of developing healthy emotional regulation, discussing trauma and managing the negative effects in thoughts/emotions/behaviors from the trauma, and engaging in MI to work through the various stages of change to engage in healthier new behaviors long term, and find new ways of thinking for a more healthy, positive outlook. I am here for you.

I invite you to take a journey on a "therapeutic pathway" to promote personal health and wellness. Feelings of being overwhelmed, anxious and depressed often present with the many obstacles one faces in every day life. Taking care of one's self both physically and emotionally is essential for healing. I can guide you in a nurturing, empathetic environment by giving you coping skills to reduce negative feelings and provide insight into the challenges you are experiencing. I will help you focus on living a life that is less reactive and more directed.

Welcome, I am so excited you are considering working with me. I believe a good fit between client and therapist is crucial for success. I work with a variety of individuals from adolescence through adults. We may be a good fit if you; have experienced trauma, are a young adult struggling with the quarter life crisis, are experiencing an unhealthy relationship(s) or struggling to set boundaries, are a parent seeking support and education, are an adult with ADHD, are an over thinker/perfectionist, have anxiety, are going through a divorce/separation or break up, or just want to learn to manage emotional discomfort with more ease.

Imagine what life would be like if you started to feel better. It could mean happier relationships, better school or work performance, or the motivation to do the things that you enjoy. I can help. From feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, or relationship issues, I offer a judgement-free space for you to talk and heal. Together, we will explore what is causing the feelings that led you to seek therapy. We will work on healthy coping skills and symptom management techniques that can help you feel well again.

I have experience in working with the young adult/adult population with a variety of different needs. I have worked within both an inpatient and outpatient setting offering support and therapy weekly to meet the needs of my clients. I use a combination of therapeutic modalities with experience in cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and have intensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as well. My training has allowed me to work with people with a number of different diagnoses including Depression, Anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, Adjustment Disorder, Self-injurious behavior and suicidal thinking.

My practice is to assist clients in finding the root issues and bringing it to surface to allow the client to see other sides of the situation to make a healthier choice for them. I work with clients to understand all parts of them and accept themselves. My practice is a judgement-free environment as this will provide clients with a safe place to be honest and not afraid to expose who they are. I use humor to help clients feel at ease and directness to provide clear responses to aid in allowing clients to go deep within their issues.