Relationship Issues Therapists in Malta, NY

Hi there, I'm Sarah. Are you struggling to manage anxiety or overwhelm? Do you notice an impact on how difficult it feels to get through a week, or even a day? I help folks tackle anxiety in the many ways it manifests and the situations in which it may arise. I specialize in helping folks who are having trouble managing social anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, or anxiety across situations. I also specialize in adjusting to life changes and transitions, challenging relationships or communication issues, and navigating a new identity or sense of self. I also understand that these challenges often intersect with one another too.

I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, have a history of trauma, or are adjusting to life changes and stressors. If you are ready to do something different because what you have been doing isn't working anymore, I may have something new to offer you. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is an important aspect of mental health treatment, and I will work to develop a positive rapport with you. I encourage open communication about how our work together is going for you. I want to ensure you are getting the most out of our sessions together.

Our main focus and hope is to help you relieve the stress and suffering you are experiencing that brought you to this search. Most importantly, we will help you find the source of your problem. Together, we will change the direction of your life. We only ask for the opportunity to work with you and support you through your troubles so that you find happiness in your life.

Navigating through life’s ups and downs may seem impossible at times. Whether it be working through relationship issues, regulating our emotions, or coping with change, it can be helpful to have someone on your side. I hope to be that person for you. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and their families in schools, residential care, and community-based counseling. I have helped individuals process through traumatic experiences, learn and practice healthier coping strategies, and implement positive communication and social skills all in order to improve their lives and relationships with others.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults who seek healing within the therapeutic relationship, and are ready to join with me on the journey to self-understanding, acceptance, appreciation, and love. Together, we will work to understand oneself through the context of past experiences, social and societal influences, and re-writing a more compassionate understanding of oneself. There is no wrong way to be yourself. Through warmth, compassion, reflection, education, and tools, we will work towards healing together.

Healing is rarely a linear process, and no one should have to address life's many challenges alone. I hope to assist you in navigating these challenges, and I believe this starts with building and maintaining a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship. My goal is to provide a safe space for you to express yourself, free of judgment. I am passionate about empowering others to learn healthy coping and communication skills, manage stress and anxiety, address traumatic experiences, and improve relationships with both oneself and others.

Do you feel like your emotions control you? Life overwhelming? Maybe you're grieving or struggling with feelings of fear and loss. You can discover tools that will help you understand these emotions, as well as your strengths and you don't have to struggle with it on your own. Working with you, I will incorporate skills that I have gathered from my past experiences in public health, end-of-life care, gender-affirming care, and a Health at Every Size philosophy. If you have ever felt marginalized because of who you are, know that everyone deserves to find peace and affirmation and we can work together to achieve that.

The importance of relationships within our daily lives is often overlooked or forgotten when we struggle. Focusing on relationships, I use personal interaction to promote healing inside and outside of the therapeutic setting. Through the use of video conferencing, I work with individuals and couples who struggle in areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief, as well as family and couples relational dynamics. My treatment style integrates compassion, support, and humor to build resiliency through self-regulation, encourage growth, and promote self-discovery.

Therapy can address difficult situations but it is also helpful with normal problems in the normal course of life. I believe therapy helps to relieve painful and uncomfortable feelings and it can be a journey of self discovery and awareness that will lead to a more fulfilling life. People begin working with me when they are having difficulty adjusting to a current life situation and others seek to address their struggles with depression, anxiety, or relationships.

Saratoga Counseling Solutions is an outpatient therapy center. We see adolescents, adults, children and offer individual, family and couples counseling. We have 9 skilled Licensed Mental Health Counselors and are located in Saratoga Springs. We offer both face to face and telehealth sessions. Please check out our website. We accept most insurances.

Appointments are weekdays 8am-2pm. Are you feeling unfulfilled by the quality of your life and your relationships? Are you stuck and unable to move forward? What if you could change the way you operate and relate to others, and the way you are perceived. What if I told you that you could have less emotional baggage, less anxiety, less depression and healthier relationships. Change is never easy, but by acknowledging that there is a problem and then asking for help, you CAN make it happen. I am here to help you create positive and lasting changes to your life.

Do you struggle with overthinking, anxiety you can't resolve, or managing the every day stressors of life? Are you exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, or having trouble managing your relationships? And speaking of relationships- are you trying to figure out how to be the best parent, spouse, step-parent, etc. you can be, but never feel good enough? Are you a step-parent who cannot seem to keep your peace with your spouse, step-child, bio parent, or others involved? I am here to walk alongside you on your journey towards healing and growth.

My concentration is to help you become your best self through accessing helpful coping skills for primary stressors, or diagnoses that have created life challenges. Please call for new patient appointment availability.

As life’s stressors being to build coping on your own can become challenging. Without proper support stress related to relationships, job/school issues, family and financial obligations can negatively impact your emotional wellbeing. In therapy, you can learn effective approaches to coping, support processing your emotions, help solving problems and making healthy decisions for yourself and your family. Children and teens struggling with peer, academic, behavioral or self-esteem issues can learn social, emotional and educational skills which can facilitate better success and a more positive self-image.

Do you find yourself feeling sad, lonely, depressed, anxious and isolated? Do you find yourself asking "how did I get here in my life?" The truth is we all ask ourselves this question in different ways. My goal is too help you find your way back to a life that you enjoy. After major life changes, some we created, and others that we could not control, we are left to pick up the pieces of our lives and put our lives back together again. However, the pieces never quite fit back together in the same way. The picture looks different. The experience feels different.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (NY 009187). I provide individual psychotherapy for adults and family based therapy for adolescents. My therapeutic approach is growth oriented and evidence-based. I integrate best practice interventions from contemporary psychodynamic, family systems and skills based therapies. I completed my postgraduate hours for licensure at a community mental health clinic in the Mohawk Valley, where I treated families impacted by addiction and adult survivors of complex trauma.  I opened my private practice in 2018 and am associated with Forest Licensed Clinical Services

Whether you have struggles with anxiety, depression, work/family stress, life transitions, or other mental health concerns you will find a sensitive, caring and respectful environment to meet your treatment needs.

No one wants to be in pain or feel suffering. Working together with a counselor, as a collaborative team, you can start to feel a little less pain and struggle a little less. I hope working with me you will see my warm nature and sincere presence creates an atmosphere for healing and growth. There is hope to feel better!

Everyone faces the struggles of being human, but you don’t have to struggle alone. I am a fellow traveler in life’s adventure here to support you through the difficult navigation of the peaks, valleys, and everything in between. My practice is holistic and person centered. I approach my work with a warm, non-judgmental, and curious point of view.