Therapists in Ithaca, NY

My pronouns are she/her/hers. I live in New York State and am licensed to provide therapy in both California and New York. I am proudly public school educated, and obtained my Masters Degree from San Francisco State University in 2011. My job history includes work in substance abuse treatment settings as well as at a large state university and a small liberal arts college. With over a decade of experience working with adults in therapy, I combine the skills and knowledge I have gained as a therapist with a genuine interest and curiosity in getting to know you as a person, and tailoring our work to your specific wants and needs.

Are you seeking evidence-based psychotherapy to help you achieve your goals or manage your symptoms in the most effective way? If you or your child are struggling with your mood, anxiety, trauma, obsessive or unhelpful thinking patterns, chronic pain, or behaviors you wish to change, I or another qualified therapist at the MindWell Center may be able to help you.

I have worked as a Licensed Psychologist for many years, in private practice, psychiatric hospitals, and residential treatment centers. I have been a teacher of special needs children, college students, and psychiatry residents; and I supervise psychotherapists. I work with individuals of any age, families, and couples. My approach is generally client centered psychodynamic psychotherapy.

Nothing is more important than your Self-Worth." "I'm a psychotherapist who specializes in couples counseling, interpersonal relationships, child/parenting issues, and Internet addiction. My goal is to help my clients create confidence in themselves, satisfying relationships, and a sense of contentment that permeates their lives." www.counselor-ithaca-ny.com

Working as a therapist is often a career that can feel like a calling. The duality of a calling and a profession by which we make our living can bring up important questions of boundaries and balance. Without regular supervision, we risk becoming complacent, avoiding challenges and the possibility of new growth. This can have an adverse impact on our clients, can lead to stagnation and, potentially, burnout. However, through attuned supervision you can have a safe space to explore your own challenges in your clinical practice, build enhanced personal insight, effectiveness and, potentially, new skills.

Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, attachment and relationship issues, or adjustment and life transitions, I can help! I offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate atmosphere, and listen deeply. I look forward to helping you rediscover the strengths you already have inside to achieve a fully authentic life. Together, we will bravely learn to navigate your feelings to help you find renewed clarity and meaning in your life.

My primary therapeutic focus is to help teenagers and adults to develop a stronger sense of self and to develop the coping skills they will need to address issues of anxiety, self esteem and self worth. I use a non-judgmental, trauma informed and holistic approach to help clients develop their ability to self soothe, including using body/movement and grounding techniques. I focus on both personal autonomy and understanding ourselves in relationships, with the goal of moving out of stuck feelings and thoughts to embody a more curious stance of your experiences and the world around you.

I am a licensed master's social worker, with a doctorate in social work from the University of Southern California. I take a family-centered approach to children,s mental and behavioral health challenges. I work with all age groups, from infant and maternal mental health to elder care. I have experience evaluating and treating anxiety, panic, depression, substance use, serious mental illness, personality disorders, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, conduct disorders, and general childhood behavior challenges. I also enjoy providing evidence-based support for families going through separation and co-parenting conflict.

Do you feel drained, overwhelmed, lost, ashamed or stuck? Whatever it is that you are feeling or experiencing, I see you. I would like to offer you the space to reflect, explore and feel heard. I provide psychotherapy in a safe, peaceful setting to help you find stability, gain insight, feel relief, and make change.

My practice focuses on individuals and couples, ranging in age from 18 to elderly. I strive to create a safe environment in which to explore life stressors, patterns of relating with others, and how past experiences impact the present. Areas of professional practice include anxiety/depression, chronic illness including HIV, grief/loss, relationships, sexual issues, separation/divorce, LGBTQ, family planning, career transition, and finances. I have extensive experience with addictions, and work collaboratively with clients, whether the goal is safer substance use, reducing use, or abstinence.

** FOR FASTER FOLLOW UP PLEASE EMAIL ONLY FOR ALL INQUIRIES ** I am a family therapist and a certified trauma specialist. I provide comprehensive family, couples and individual therapy. Regardless of the unique nature of what your struggle might be, I begin my work with the provision of a warm, welcoming and respectful environment for my clients.

Are you seeking evidence-based psychotherapy to help you achieve your goals or manage your symptoms in the most effective way? If you or your child are struggling with your mood, anxiety, trauma, obsessive or unhelpful thinking patterns, chronic pain, or behaviors you wish to change, I or another qualified therapist at MindWell Psychology may be able to help you. MindWell Psychology offers cognitive behavioral therapy, considered the "gold standard" treatment for a variety of conditions, including anxiety, OCD and related disorders, depression, PTSD, ADHD, chronic pain, among others. We work with children, families, and adults.

Over the last 25 years I have been granted the opportunity to provide supportive counseling with amazing individuals, couples and families who were searching for well-being. As we attempt to balance our personal and professional lives it is so very important to have a supportive and nurturing guide. I specialize in working with those living with anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, traumatic brain injury, grief, loss and end of life evolution. Those I have worked with say I am caring, compassionate, open-minded and that I am able to create an inclusive and safe environment for growth and reflection.

Therapy can be a wonderful space to put yourself first! It’s a space where you can finally process some difficult things you may be going through or have gone through in life. A chance to become vulnerable with yourself to lead a fuller, happier life. I’m a compassionate, trauma-informed, culturally humble therapist here to empower and provide a safe space for you as you begin your therapeutic journey. As you allow yourself to be vulnerable, I want to provide support by helping you see your own resilience, strength, and courage. I’m here to listen as you process those difficult things.