Psychodynamic Therapists in Mamaroneck, NY

I am a postdoctoral psychologist with immediate availability at IMPACT - Psychological Services, a group of doctoral-level psychologists who provide high-quality mental health care to children, adolescents, adults, parents, and families. My clinical work is informed by the centrality of the patient-therapist relationship and interpersonal qualities that promote a safe therapeutic space. My approach is warm, curious and tailored to the individual patient. I integrate psychodynamic , cognitive-behavioral, and dialectical-behavior modalities.

I am a clinical psychologist licensed in New York and Connecticut. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families struggling with a variety of emotional, behavioral and relational challenges. I utilize an integrated therapeutic approach to treat the specific needs of the individuals I am working with. Using both psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques, I help my clients improve and repair relationships, process painful experiences, alleviate stress and anxiety, identify and challenge maladaptive thoughts and behaviors and ultimately find the inner strength to live their best lives.

Helping you sleep better is my passion! I am a board-certified (DBSM) clinical psychologist specializing in the assessment and treatment of insomnia and other sleep disorders. I primarily use cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) to help my clients regain the sleep they need. I firmly believe that once sleep difficulties are addressed, other challenges seem less insurmountable, and more resources become available to overcome them. In addition, I help clients with mood disorders, anxiety, stress, adjustment to life transitions, and difficulties in relationships.

I work with adolescents and adults who are seeking to better understand themselves. My orientation is psychodynamic and relational, but my approach is flexible to the individual needs of my client. I believe building a collaborative and trusting relationship is a key component to success in treatment.

I have 20+ years as a psychologist helping clients with anxiety, depression, grief/loss and relationship conflicts. I work with adolescents, college students, adults and couples who are struggling with life's challenges or feeling stuck. I offer a non-judgmental, empathic space where we can sort through your emotions/worries and help you gain new perspectives & coping skills so that you are better able to gain clarity, build resilience and work toward your goals and objectives. With my certification as a Health/Wellness Coach, I offer a holistic perspective to understand/guide you through emotional, cognitive and wellness struggles

In my practice of 30 years I work with adults and couples to help examine and make choices that will help you feel more deeply satisfied in your relationship and work lives. I engage with patients who may be anxious, depressed, in a life transition, in conflict with a partner or child or experiencing a difficult challenge at the moment. I create an environment that is interpersonal, warm and non-judgmental, so that you can feel safe in order to deeply explore your feelings. Anxiety, depression, sadness, anger, irritability, conflict or difficulties in relationships may motivate you to seek therapy.

Entering into the therapeutic process is the best investment we can make in ourselves. I have rich and varied experience working with clients in crisis - experiencing challenges with relationships, self-image, depression, anxiety, uncontrolled mood changes, and past trauma. I work primarily with individuals, couples and families seeking to enhance their quality of life through the guided process of self-exploration, reflection and growth. I have a natural penchant for building relationships and a practical action-oriented approach.

I provide ADHD coaching and psychotherapy to youth (grades 4 and up), adults, couples, and families via in person, phone, or Online. I believe one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself is self-awareness through therapy or coaching. This involves a great deal of self-care and acceptance while you honor your strengths, identify and accept the things you need to work on, and learn strategies and coping skills. Some issues I can provide coaching or therapeutic support for are: ADHD, executive functioning challenges, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief and loss, infertility, social, interpersonal and/or parenting difficulties.

I believe that we are equipped with incredible resilience. While we cannot control the obstacles and challenges that life throws our way, we have a tremendous ability to choose how to react to them. Through the quality of our relationships, mindfulness, and acceptance, we have more power than we realize in improving the quality of our lives. Through my clinical training, I have worked extensively with the LGBTQ community. I have experience counseling individuals, couples, and groups.

I work with college-aged and adult women who are struggling with anxiety/depression, relationship issues, body dissatisfaction, bingeing and overeating, and issues with life transitions. It is my job to ask the right questions and help you to understand yourself and your patterns of behavior better. In addition to being a compassionate and active listener I also like to offer up tangible tools that you can use to begin to make the kinds of changes you want to see in your life. In my food and body relationship work I come from a weight-neutral perspective and work within a HAES (Health at Every Size) framework.

I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist providing Art therapy, Psychotherapy and EMDR. I believe in a therapeutic relationship that creates a safe, empathic and supportive space where you can be heard. I work with children, teens and adults integrating art - making, talk therapy, EMDR, sand tray, mind and body approach. The therapy is tailored and individualized based on your needs.

I feel that the client-therapist relationship is the most important ingredient for a successful therapeutic outcome. Finding the right fit is essential and the first step on your journey. I hope to accompany you on that journey and help guide you to living a fuller, richer life. The right fit, in my experience, is a combination of strong academic and clinical training with an ability to be open, empathetic and understanding. Drawing on over twenty five years of experience working with adolescents, adults and couples, I strive to create a supportive environment where clients feel safe, understood and respected.

I have over twenty years of clinical experience in working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, adjustment issues, and relationship problems as well as others that keep them from living their best selves and finding satisfaction in life. My focus is to help you feel happy and productive. I am a graduate of Columbia University School of social Work and have had extensive training the Westchester Institute for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis.

I am a trained psychotherapist specializing in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. My primary treatment techniques are psychodynamic , cognitive behavioral, and supportive. My approach is warm, thoughtful, and collaborative. I work hard to ensure each of my patients gain the self confidence and coping skills they need to reach their goals. I am always working on improving communication skills within the family and schedule ongoing parent and or family meetings when indicated. I have extensive experience with all of the issues young people face today such as academic stress, social anxiety, divorce, and depression.

Progress begins within the context of a trusting therapeutic relationship. With over 20 years of experience, I have successfully treated individuals of all ages with a wide range of problems. I also work with couples. I strive to provide a warm, compassionate and safe environment in which we can explore your feelings, behaviors and experiences in order to promote self-understanding and help you find emotional relief.

My primary aim in my work is to meet my clients "where they are" by tuning in to their unique concerns and creating an atmosphere where they feel acknowledged and at ease. My style is warm, empathic and engaged which, combined with my acumen as a seasoned clinician, helps adults, children, parents and families feel comfortable and secure. Within this safe space, my clients express their concerns and work to repair and optimize wholesome development with professional recommendations that help to inform a collaborative therapeutic plan.

Sometimes life feels stressful and overwhelming. It may be hard to figure out where to start to feel better. I have spent over 20 years helping people address similar struggles and learn to live happier, less stressful lives. My unique style and warm, supportive manner can help you to better understand yourself and the challenges you face. In a supportive, non-judgmental setting we work together through your own person journey exploring how you have gotten here and how to work with the feelings and obstacles you currently face, developing greater flexibility and resilience along the way.

Elisabeth holds a Masters in Counseling from Manhattan College. Elisabeth works with clients who are facing a range of social, emotional and behavioral problems. She comes from a person centered background in which she tailors the therapeutic process to the specific needs of each individual client. Elisabeth integrates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic therapy in order help clients gain insight, identify maladaptive behaviors and develop healthy coping skills. Elisabeth emphasizes the value of the therapeutic relationship and works to establish an environment in which her clients feel comfortable and safe.