Anxiety Therapists in Kerhonkson, NY

Good therapy focuses on helping people overcome obstacles to living a productive and fulfilling life -- whether in relationships, work, or creative self-expression. As a psychotherapist in practice for 25+ years, my aim is to create an environment where patients can learn about themselves, grow, and, most important, change. My work has been guided by my social work background and psychoanalytic training, and has been deeply influenced by my connection to dance and the arts. I work with people of all ages and backgrounds who struggle with anxiety, depression, personality problems, bereavement, life-threatening illnesses, and family/relationship issues.

As owner of Hinton Counseling Services, LCSW PLLC, a fresh and innovative approach to therapy, I provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions for children, adolescents and families seeking to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression and urges to self-harm amongst a host of emotional disturbances creating challenges in everyday life. I offer teletherapy, as well as mobile therapy in addition to traditional counseling methods in the following counties; Ulster, Sullivan, and Orange. Appointments can be made via contact information provided. Individual teletherapy sessions are available outside of the named counties.

After 33 years of experience, I remain honored to help people with the most difficult challenges. Getting in there and making sure you leave my office with new thoughts and connections assures time well spent. Take your time and choose your therapist carefully…but do it!

In addition to individual work, I facilitate psychodrama groups and women's retreats. What if the stories you have heard or told about yourself could be reimagined? As a creative psychotherapist, I help folks struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and the demands of perfectionism to identify narratives that no longer serve them and seek out new and hopeful perspectives. I support my clients in seeking authentic expression and in processing relationships. Regardless of the stories you hold, either from family or society, you are deserving of peace and happiness.

Trained in a psychoanalytic paradigm, I believe that past experiences profoundly influence how we manage our fears and anxieties and thus impact the quality of our relationships with others and the world around us, i.e., they affect the ways in which we are able to shape our lives in the present. While this belief fundamentally guides my thinking and informs my treatment approach, I am versed in a variety of techniques rooted in other traditions and am comfortable treating a wide range of clinical issues. I also have extensive experience conducting neuropsychological, psycho-educational, and personality assessments.

You worry all the time about being judged by other people. You feel disconnected from your body and, at the same time, feel like it’s all you think about. You question what you say, how your body looks, if you’re doing things “right,” and there are so many times where your mind feels like it’s on a hamster wheel that you can’t stop. You feel on edge all day and sometimes even feel like you may be having a heart attack. You don’t feel like you fit in anywhere. You’ve been made fun of before for so many different parts of who you are. You’ve been called weird or have been misunderstood at work, in your family, and even in some of your dating relationships. You’ve struggled to find someone who feels like a good fit romantically, and you’re worried there’s something wrong with you. You want to feel more connected to yourself again…

There is something so valuable about every person having a space that is their own, and to feel safe enough to say and feel whatever comes up for them in that space. I work from these core beliefs: That curiosity leads to understanding, creativity + play can heal, and comfort is something many of us could use more of these days.

Hi, I’m glad you’re here! I am an EMDR trained therapist who specializes in working children, teens, and adults in the areas of trauma, dissociation, anxiety, depression, self-harm, and emotion dysregulation. Many people struggle with painful or traumatic life experiences. As your therapist, my goal is to create a validating, secure space to process and resolve these memories.

I work relationally and collaboratively with clients to identify and move beyond limitations and challenges, be it patterns in behavior, relationships or communication that may be barriers to a more authentic self. I believe intrinsic to this process is the discovery/strengthening of inner resources to increase mind/body resilience. I integrate components of psychodynamic/cognitive behavior therapies. Mindfulness is an integral part of my approach. I am interested in incorporating the body’s wisdom into therapy, particularly how it intersects with spiritual/psychological awareness that fosters healing/personal growth.

Children, adolescents and adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and personality disorders have been my patients, and my teachers. I have been fortunate and had the opportunity to serve in a variety of settings including inpatient psychiatric and substance abuse treatment as well as my current position at a local non-profit agency. I work from a trauma-informed stance, utilizing motivational interviewing, mindfulness, play, and CBT/DBT informed therapies. With extensive experience, and a unique understanding of substance misuse, I can offer patients diverse paths to recovery, from abstinence to harm reduction.

Life can be hard! My approach to therapy is to share with you a safe, non-judgmental space which we can build a strong therapeutic relationship so that together we can explore the challenges you face and develop a way to make changes and choices in your life so that your life is easier. I use a mix of evidence-based practices and approaches including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I will support you through our collaborative work in addressing harm, coping strategies, and facilitating healing. Through collaboration and support I will help empower you to understand your feelings and behavior.

Developmental and life transitions can often cause anxiety, depression or lead to feelings of hopelessness and confusion. However crisis can also be an opportunity for growth and healing, a catalyst for positive change in our lives. By creating a space for self-exploration, free from judgment and pressure, I can help you to discover and develop your strengths, develop advanced coping skills to manage conflicts and develop a compassionate understanding of your vulnerabilities. We will work together to identify and change self-defeating patterns helping you to feel more productive in your life and satisfied with your relationships.