Female Therapists in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY
My ideal client is a person overcoming anxiety, depression, parenting, relationships, self-esteem, or life transition. Their goals are to lead a successful and fulfilling life in order to gain inner peace.
My ideal client is a person overcoming anxiety, depression, parenting, relationships, self-esteem, or life transition. Their goals are to lead a successful and fulfilling life in order to gain inner peace.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, mood swings, trauma, or major life transitions. Change is always possible and support is within reach. As a DBT-informed therapist, we will work together and help you better understand your emotions, learned behaviors and thought patterns while developing coping tools, self-understanding and acceptance instead of shame and harmful self-talk. Whether this involves a recent event or dealing with long-standing patterns, you can take that important first step today. Together, we’ll work toward healing, growth, and meaningful change—at your pace, in a space where you're truly heard.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, mood swings, trauma, or major life transitions. Change is always possible and support is within reach. As a DBT-informed therapist, we will work together and help you better understand your emotions, learned behaviors and thought patterns while developing coping tools, self-understanding and acceptance instead of shame and harmful self-talk. Whether this involves a recent event or dealing with long-standing patterns, you can take that important first step today. Together, we’ll work toward healing, growth, and meaningful change—at your pace, in a space where you're truly heard.
I believe that each person is unique and special and has a basic right to happiness, peace, and mental health. When a client enters into a therapeutic relationship, they are to be treated with warmth and respect. Psychotherapy is a safe place in which to explore feelings and experiences with a professional guide. The client determines the goal and the psychologist assists the client on their journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
I believe that each person is unique and special and has a basic right to happiness, peace, and mental health. When a client enters into a therapeutic relationship, they are to be treated with warmth and respect. Psychotherapy is a safe place in which to explore feelings and experiences with a professional guide. The client determines the goal and the psychologist assists the client on their journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
Depression, anxiety, and trauma can leave you feeling emotionally stuck. My extensive training in the treatment of trauma will assist you in recognizing the impact of trauma on you life and help you gain the skills to reduce depression and anxiety in order to move towards a more peaceful life. I provide a safe, warm, welcoming environment to help you heal. You can expect an honest, respectful, and compassionate experience in therapy that is individualized to your needs.
Depression, anxiety, and trauma can leave you feeling emotionally stuck. My extensive training in the treatment of trauma will assist you in recognizing the impact of trauma on you life and help you gain the skills to reduce depression and anxiety in order to move towards a more peaceful life. I provide a safe, warm, welcoming environment to help you heal. You can expect an honest, respectful, and compassionate experience in therapy that is individualized to your needs.
As a clinical Social Worker I empathize with my clients on the daily struggles of life and the continuation of growth that is sometimes undoubtedly difficult to manage. I provide a safe, trusting, supportive and nonjudgmental environment where together we can explore and work on reaching your goals. I have extensive training in working with children and teens. I use an eclectic approach and understand that every client is unique. I am trained in trauma informed therapy, crisis Intervention, CBT and DBT. I am also a certified Alcohol and Substance abuse counselor.
As a clinical Social Worker I empathize with my clients on the daily struggles of life and the continuation of growth that is sometimes undoubtedly difficult to manage. I provide a safe, trusting, supportive and nonjudgmental environment where together we can explore and work on reaching your goals. I have extensive training in working with children and teens. I use an eclectic approach and understand that every client is unique. I am trained in trauma informed therapy, crisis Intervention, CBT and DBT. I am also a certified Alcohol and Substance abuse counselor.
Because our journey through life can be beautiful and difficult all at the same time, looking for support to navigate challenges and change can be the most important and most rewarding step to take in the process of improving our quality of life.
Because our journey through life can be beautiful and difficult all at the same time, looking for support to navigate challenges and change can be the most important and most rewarding step to take in the process of improving our quality of life.
Therapy is so much more than talking about your feelings while someone nods from across the room. It is a collaborative and supportive relationship that challenges you, encourages you, and walks beside you as you grow. I believe therapy should feel like a partnership, one where you feel safe enough to be honest, supported enough to be vulnerable, and empowered enough to make meaningful change. No two stories are the same, which is why I tailor my approach to meet each client exactly where they are. I support children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, stress, low self esteem, and relationship concerns.
Therapy is so much more than talking about your feelings while someone nods from across the room. It is a collaborative and supportive relationship that challenges you, encourages you, and walks beside you as you grow. I believe therapy should feel like a partnership, one where you feel safe enough to be honest, supported enough to be vulnerable, and empowered enough to make meaningful change. No two stories are the same, which is why I tailor my approach to meet each client exactly where they are. I support children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, stress, low self esteem, and relationship concerns.
Imagine being able to come up with more than one reason to be grateful? Or grateful for much of anything at all, truly, rather than a laundry list of gratitudes that you think you "should" be grateful for. All those "shoulds". Reminding yourself everyday that what you're doing is not what you "should" be doing. You "shouldn't" think like this or you "shouldn't" feel like that. You begin to disapprove of yourself even, thinking that your undeserving of your own pain. You can see how these unrealistic expectations and the harsh judments you place on yourself, could lead you directly towards a place of suffering & self sabotage.
Imagine being able to come up with more than one reason to be grateful? Or grateful for much of anything at all, truly, rather than a laundry list of gratitudes that you think you "should" be grateful for. All those "shoulds". Reminding yourself everyday that what you're doing is not what you "should" be doing. You "shouldn't" think like this or you "shouldn't" feel like that. You begin to disapprove of yourself even, thinking that your undeserving of your own pain. You can see how these unrealistic expectations and the harsh judments you place on yourself, could lead you directly towards a place of suffering & self sabotage.
I am a dedicated mental health practitioner with experience in treating individuals who have encountered a vast array of symptoms, extensive diagnoses and concerns related to complications of life. In practice, my objective is to provide clients with support and encouragement in a therapeutic environment while guiding individuals to foster personal growth. I am equipped to incorporate American Sign Language and other forms of nonverbal communication when it is deemed appropriate. I strive to offer an environment in which clients feel comfortable and confident in themselves and with the therapeutic services they receive.
I am a dedicated mental health practitioner with experience in treating individuals who have encountered a vast array of symptoms, extensive diagnoses and concerns related to complications of life. In practice, my objective is to provide clients with support and encouragement in a therapeutic environment while guiding individuals to foster personal growth. I am equipped to incorporate American Sign Language and other forms of nonverbal communication when it is deemed appropriate. I strive to offer an environment in which clients feel comfortable and confident in themselves and with the therapeutic services they receive.
As an LCSW with more than 30 years of clinical experience, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use challenges. My work has spanned hospital and community settings, where I’ve witnessed how emotional pain often reflects a person’s deeper story—the experiences, relationships, and patterns that shape who we are. I believe therapy is a place to explore those stories with care, curiosity, and respect.
As an LCSW with more than 30 years of clinical experience, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use challenges. My work has spanned hospital and community settings, where I’ve witnessed how emotional pain often reflects a person’s deeper story—the experiences, relationships, and patterns that shape who we are. I believe therapy is a place to explore those stories with care, curiosity, and respect.
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I am a marriage and family therapist that focuses on maturational challenges faced throughout the life span. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing challenges with adjusting to a new family or life dynamic. My approach considers the whole person. I believe the mind, body, and spirit are one unit. I will give you a safe space to, explore, process, heal and thrive.
I am a marriage and family therapist that focuses on maturational challenges faced throughout the life span. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing challenges with adjusting to a new family or life dynamic. My approach considers the whole person. I believe the mind, body, and spirit are one unit. I will give you a safe space to, explore, process, heal and thrive.
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a deep commitment to supporting individuals on their mental health journeys. With a primary focus in mental health care, I integrate Motivational Interviewing into my therapy sessions to help clients build insight, strengthen motivation, and make meaningful changes in their lives.
My holistic approach blends clinical expertise with systems-level awareness to ensure clients receive comprehensive, thoughtful support.
I am passionate about creating a safe, collaborative space where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped to thrive.
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a deep commitment to supporting individuals on their mental health journeys. With a primary focus in mental health care, I integrate Motivational Interviewing into my therapy sessions to help clients build insight, strengthen motivation, and make meaningful changes in their lives.
My holistic approach blends clinical expertise with systems-level awareness to ensure clients receive comprehensive, thoughtful support.
I am passionate about creating a safe, collaborative space where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped to thrive.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or like no one truly understands what you're going through? You're not alone—and you don’t have to face it on your own. I'm Amanda, a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), and I am part of the team at Lighthouse Integrative Counseling Services, where I support children, teens, and adults through a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. These may include anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, life transitions, and more.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or like no one truly understands what you're going through? You're not alone—and you don’t have to face it on your own. I'm Amanda, a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), and I am part of the team at Lighthouse Integrative Counseling Services, where I support children, teens, and adults through a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. These may include anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, life transitions, and more.
I draw on my family therapy training to support individual adults through life transitions. I am currently only accepting telehealth clients seeking help with managing relationship dynamics. My work centers on identity exploration, especially where immigrant values and Western culture intersect.
I draw on my family therapy training to support individual adults through life transitions. I am currently only accepting telehealth clients seeking help with managing relationship dynamics. My work centers on identity exploration, especially where immigrant values and Western culture intersect.
Whether your struggles are ongoing or new, whether it involves you or your loved ones, I am here to offer a safe, professional and caring environment in which to strategize solutions and improve well-being. You are not alone in spousal conflict, parenting struggles or anxiety and depression. From time to time, our life cycles present many challenges. It's helpful to talk over these challenges with a qualified professional to sort things out, stop the arguing, and to live the lives we were meant to enjoy! Reach out for FaceTime or Zoom sessions today!
Whether your struggles are ongoing or new, whether it involves you or your loved ones, I am here to offer a safe, professional and caring environment in which to strategize solutions and improve well-being. You are not alone in spousal conflict, parenting struggles or anxiety and depression. From time to time, our life cycles present many challenges. It's helpful to talk over these challenges with a qualified professional to sort things out, stop the arguing, and to live the lives we were meant to enjoy! Reach out for FaceTime or Zoom sessions today!
There is hope and help. Entering therapy is a courageous act and first step towards a more fulfilling life. You will feel safe, supported and never judged, in a confidential environment, as we work together to achieve your goals. I can help you to gain a better understanding of yourself, increase self esteem, decrease anxiety and depression, cope with life's transitions, find direction, heal from a loss or trauma, gain recovery from an addiction, become a more effective parent and or partner or to gain positive coping skills.
There is hope and help. Entering therapy is a courageous act and first step towards a more fulfilling life. You will feel safe, supported and never judged, in a confidential environment, as we work together to achieve your goals. I can help you to gain a better understanding of yourself, increase self esteem, decrease anxiety and depression, cope with life's transitions, find direction, heal from a loss or trauma, gain recovery from an addiction, become a more effective parent and or partner or to gain positive coping skills.
I support queer and BIPOC thought leaders, founders, physicians, and creatives who’ve risen into cultural and economic worlds they never expected—yet still depend on the shape-shifting and self-abandonment that once kept them safe. Outwardly, you’re high-functioning; inwardly, you feel overwhelmed, numb, anxious, or disconnected from what you want. You’ve succeeded in demanding environments, but the pressure, tension, and constant performing are putting unsustainable pressure on your body, your relationships, and your performance. You want clarity, relief, and a way of living that feels authentic—not constructed.
I support queer and BIPOC thought leaders, founders, physicians, and creatives who’ve risen into cultural and economic worlds they never expected—yet still depend on the shape-shifting and self-abandonment that once kept them safe. Outwardly, you’re high-functioning; inwardly, you feel overwhelmed, numb, anxious, or disconnected from what you want. You’ve succeeded in demanding environments, but the pressure, tension, and constant performing are putting unsustainable pressure on your body, your relationships, and your performance. You want clarity, relief, and a way of living that feels authentic—not constructed.
Life can be stressful and challenging at times. Sometimes we need the guidance, empathy and support of a skilled therapist to help us through difficult times. I am a warm, dynamic and seasoned individual, family and couples therapist trained at the Ackerman Institute. My goal is to help my clients identify feelings, thoughts or behaviors which may affect their interpersonal relationships, self esteem or personal goals. I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples which helps identify negative patterns and creates greater trust, understanding and intimacy.
Life can be stressful and challenging at times. Sometimes we need the guidance, empathy and support of a skilled therapist to help us through difficult times. I am a warm, dynamic and seasoned individual, family and couples therapist trained at the Ackerman Institute. My goal is to help my clients identify feelings, thoughts or behaviors which may affect their interpersonal relationships, self esteem or personal goals. I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples which helps identify negative patterns and creates greater trust, understanding and intimacy.
I am an experienced, caring compassionate Social Worker. I provide in-person and virtual psychotherapy to children 10+, adolescents, and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, Spectrum Disorder, ADHD.
I am an experienced, caring compassionate Social Worker. I provide in-person and virtual psychotherapy to children 10+, adolescents, and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, Spectrum Disorder, ADHD.
Accepting New Clients. Rhea Spina is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist, Reiki Master, and Vibrational Sound Therapist. Some of Rhea's specialties include working with teens & young adults, substance use and recovery, anxiety, life transitions and transpersonal psychology/spirituality. She also offers consultation and guided insight services. Located at the serene Holistic Center for Soulful Living, Rhea's therapeutic approach seamlessly integrates complementary and alternative modalities. She works to foster awareness and overall well-being.
Accepting New Clients. Rhea Spina is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapist, Reiki Master, and Vibrational Sound Therapist. Some of Rhea's specialties include working with teens & young adults, substance use and recovery, anxiety, life transitions and transpersonal psychology/spirituality. She also offers consultation and guided insight services. Located at the serene Holistic Center for Soulful Living, Rhea's therapeutic approach seamlessly integrates complementary and alternative modalities. She works to foster awareness and overall well-being.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.