Family Systems Therapists in Lagrangeville, NY

Welcome! My name is Vienna and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I believe that each of us are unique and have something special to offer the world. I help my clients to get to know and accept all parts of themselves so they can show up in their fullness. My mission is to help you remember who you are and develop everlasting self-love so you can confidently shine & carry out your unique purpose in this life. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other issues, I firmly believe that knowing ourselves and loving ourselves is the foundation for healing all wounds and making the world a better place.

I am a licensed clinical social worker, who uses CBT, REBT and others modalities to assist individual, group, children, adolescents, and families to assist each person with the individual treatment needed. I work with individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, behavior challenges, and family conflicts. I provide therapy with an unyielding level of respect for the individual path and circumstances of every person who I have the privilege of helping. My approach, honed over decades of experience, consists of nurturing and instilling a social, mental, and emotional environment that will empower a state of wellness in my client.

For over 30 years as a licensed clinical social worker, I have worked with individuals, couples, adolescents and children. I have a family systems approach to seeing each person as a part of a whole dynamic unit. This is especially valuable in working with couples. My clients have successfully worked through a variety of issues including marital problems, parenting problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, family illness and self esteem. My work with couples has been particularly rewarding in enhancing communication. Call me for a free consultation to discuss your particular concerns, and ways I can be helpful to you.

If you are currently reading my profile, there are probably issues that are causing problems in your life. I have over 25 years of experience, working with adults, couples, adolescents and families. I am an excellent listener and can help with many problems including depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma, grief/loss, relationship issues, substance abuse and codependency. My therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and family systems. I strive to create a relaxed relationship where my patients can feel comfortable examining their lives and subsequently find helpful ways to alleviate their problems.

Great to meet you! Dr. Monique Lilakos, DSW, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 24 years of experience. She works with individuals across the lifespan, with a focus on adolescents, young adults, and family therapy. Many of her clients have found great success managing life challenges. Dr. Monique is particularly sensitive to clients facing issues related to mental health, finding resources, anxiety, depression trauma, and family wellness. Dr. Monique’s approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment Theory and Family Systems Theory.

We all face common struggles of loneliness, depression, sadness, anxiety, conflict in relationships and stress related to work and finances, among others. After years of treating children, adults, couples and families as a Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist, I know that by embracing and exploring our struggles we can use the power of our wisdom to find solutions, enhance our growth, access our potential, and experience contentment and joy in our lives. I provide individual therapy and couple's therapy to those wanting to discover solutions to specific problems, but also, those seeking greater satisfaction and contentment in their lives.

I approach my work with clients from a deep conviction that all people have the ability to elicit lasting change, find internal calm, and make more skillful decisions if given the right tools. I believe in the ability of each of us to shift our perceived setbacks and struggles into opportunities for growth and learning. I see my role with clients as a non-judgmental witness, curious co-collaborator, and vessel for authenticity.

Can I change my life? If this is a question you have asked yourself then you are in the right place. Asking for help is what tells us we are ready for change. If you are affected by symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief or how to manage relationships and daily challenges you are not alone.

If you are seeking to regain who you once were, uncover who you know you could be, become who you want to be, build on who you already are, or all the above, we can do that together. Life is something that just is; we are what happens in it. I work with you to reclaim what may seem out of your control, to step back into the driver's seat of your own life. We all struggle at times and it is not about how strong or weak we are, but how much support we have.

Has your family experienced a recent loss or significant change in their lives? Do you and your child wish for things to be easier but just aren't sure how to get there? Seeds of Hope would like to help! At Seeds of Hope, you will be met with a genuine atmosphere that hopes to work with your child and family to relieve the stress you are facing.

At Recovery & Wellness Mental Health Counseling Services, PLLC, we specialize in substance use and impaired driver services. We serve individuals who are facing legal problems related to DWI, DWAI, DWAI drugs, possession charges, etc., by providing a substance use or impaired driver assessment and follow up. We also help partners and families of those experiencing alcohol or drug problems with codependency, marital and family problems. As Substance Abuse Professionals, we provide assessment, education, and treatment for DOT and other employees who have been referred to a SAP following a positive test for alcohol or other drugs.

I'm so happy that you're here, reaching out during difficult times is so important. I have experience working with life transitions, anxiety, depression, and those on the autism spectrum. Working on interpersonal skills and self esteem is something I feel is so important for everyone to be the best version of themselves, and so I try to work it in with all clients. Using a collaborative effort, I work alongside my clients to help them reach their goals. It's important to me that you feel comfortable with every step we take.