Therapists in Melville, NY

Many people struggle with anxiety everyday. This daily struggle makes everyday activities difficult and sometimes seem impossible. I specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) which helps people understand their anxiety and how to change their anxious thoughts and behaviors. CBT is an effective form of treatment for a wide range of psychological disorders such as Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Social Phobia, School Phobia, Test Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Adjustment Disorders, and Depression. CBT teaches a person the coping techniques necessary to live a healthy and balanced life.

Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is the way you think about things. It's remarkable how our own thoughts can work against us creating anxiety, depression and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The happiness that you truly want and deserve is actually within your control! Whether it's getting rid of your fears, understanding why you feel sad, finally having that healthy relationship you have been yearning for, reducing stress, finding balance, or finally being able to answer the question "what will make me happy?".

"Every day begins with an act of courage and hope". I am so happy today you found my page.

I provide individual and couples psychotherapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), and KAP (Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy). I have over 20 years of experience working in clinical & academic settings. I address the following concerns: anxiety, depression, relationships, PTSD/trauma, education/career, grief/loss, marriage/family, separation/divorce, parenting, adoption/fertility, and disabilities. I presented research at the American Psychological Association, and I keep abreast of changes in the field. As a professor, I taught a myriad of graduate courses including psychotherapy, psychological testing, and ethics.

The decision to begin therapy can be an emotional one. I am sensitive to the concerns people have about therapy and provide a non-intimidating, supportive and empowering environment for self-exploration and change. I encourage my clients to become active participants in their own lives and to create opportunities for themselves that lead to life enhancing change. Therapy is a challenging but rewarding process and we can work together toward positive outcomes.

Life's struggles and challenges can often be overwhelming to such a degree that you may sometimes feel stuck and doubtful that change is possible. I have spent many years dedicated to helping people feel more empowered to overcome unhealthy thinking patterns and behaviors, heal from painful experiences, develop more meaningful and satisfying relationships, and identify and enhance their strengths. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families with various psychologically distressing problems and issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, social phobia, educational and career challenges, grief, and marital and family conflict.

I believe that we are primarily social beings and that our relationships, past and present, continuously impact our growth as individuals. Humans are highly resilient, and we tend to persevere through negative experiences. However, certain relationships can have long-lasting negative consequences on how we see ourselves and engage with the people in our lives. When this happens, people often find themselves in a dysfunctional and frustrating pattern of maladaptive thinking and behavior that results in persistent interpersonal struggles.

I believe that the work of therapy is about developing a healthy relationship with oneself and with other people in your community in order to live a good and meaningful life. By providing a safe and non-judgmental environment, I can help you achieve this goal. I primarily work with women before, during and after pregnancy regarding issues of infertility and postpartum; with individuals, couples, families and small groups. My main practice is home-based.

I work closely with individuals, couples, and families who are looking to improve the quality of their personal lives and relationships. Often, feelings of anxiety, sadness, or hopelessness can either result from or lead to difficulties in the quality of our interpersonal relationships. My therapeutic approach is a strength-based and solution-focused model of support that is geared toward identifying strategies to help people better manage their own personal emotions, while simultaneously strengthening their bonds with partners and other loved ones.

Are you feeling anxious and uncertain about the future? Let's work together to create positive change. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience working with teenagers, college aged students, and adults. I am a warm, sensitive, inquisitive, and knowledgable professional who is dedicated to providing the best possible treatment. I have helped people overcome difficulties with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, obsessions and compulsions, eating disorders, faulty coping mechanisms, parenting, infidelity, and relationship conflict.

I am a psychologist with a number of post-graduate specializations and certifications, though I also maintain a general practice. I have formal training, experience and certifications in hypnotherapy, which has been shown to be helpful with a wide-range of psychotherapy issues and modalities. I also have additional training and experience in addictive disorders, child and adolescent psychotherapy, and elder psychology. I endeavor to provide up to date, research-based procedures, integrating various modalities of treatment (e.g., cognitive-behavioral, systems, interpersonal)to facilitate time-efficient and significant improvement in social and emotional functioning for adults, children and adolescents, individuals, couples and families.

At times life can be challanging & reaching out for support & assistance is necessary. Counseling is a way to have a non-judgemental professional help you manage your particular stresses & learn ways to cope. Whether its addressing past struggles or managing current ones appropriate treatment can help. You can improve relationships, overall health, focus & live happier! Bettina has several years of experience providing counseling.She is a mother, friend, & a real person who has the professional education & experience to assist you. Daytime, evenings appts provided via tele-therapy (online/video counseling) for individuals or couples

My name is Roy Berman, L.C.S.W., B.C.D. , C.A.S.A.C., C.S.A.T. I have been a psychotherapist over forty years and I was clinically trained at Columbia University School of Social Work. I also have over two thousand hours of training in the addictions. My areas of specialty are alcoholism, substance abuse, gambling, sex addiction, compulsive over-eating, co-dependency and how these disorders affect the family. I am a psychodynamic and interactive psychotherapist. I actively get involved with my clients, constantly offering feedback and interpretation, not afraid to actively participate in the therapeutic process.

I believe that the therapeutic relationship is an integral part to the healing journey. I work hard at creating trust and safety with those that I work with by providing an honest, authentic, and nonjudgmental presence. It is my goal to accept whatever a person may bring to therapy while also seeing the possibility of change. I work with adults to help them navigate challenges along their journey to parenthood.  I help them cope with the emotional and mental load of trying to conceive; manage feelings of grief, loss, anxiety, and depression; to heal from trauma; adjust to motherhood; and so much more.

Selected by NASW as Nassau County's "Social Worker of the Year for 2013", I have been providing quick symptom relief and comprehensive healing for 32 years. As I believe in "different strokes for different folks," I utilize Havening, EMDR, and DNMS to achieve these results. Clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and panic attacks have all benefitted. I also provide counseling for alcohol and substance abusers where I specialize in relapse prevention. Child and adolescent issues are also actively addressed, along with parenting concerns. Relief is available for those experiencing grief and other trauma i.e. car crash victims.

Accepting new clients starting Sept 2022. Please send an email. At this time is difficult to keep up with calls with my schedule. Life throws up so many curve balls. Life can bring us challenges and obstacles that we are not always ready for. Therapy is a safe and nonjudgmental place where you can receive professional help managing your specific stressors and learn how to cope. I believe that we are social beings and the events that have happened in our lives impact our growth as individuals. Trauma and stress show up in many different ways in our lives, but I am here to help guide you through the journey of healing.

Shea loves her work with all ages and has a commitment to helping LGBTQ+ individuals and people of every culture, religious, or ethnic background. She has experience working with adults, children, and adolescents. She utilizes various therapeutic techniques to meet her clients where they are. She helps them identify their emotions and learn positive, healthy ways to express themselves. She has also worked with older populations providing support through the end-of-life phases. She works with stress management and emotional challenges throughout the life cycle.

When you are ready to seek healing and personal growth, please realize you do not have to be alone in your journey. I have always been fascinated by how minds and hearts can be healed. I am dedicated to the process that allows people to step into their own light, and I feel blessed to be a psychotherapist. I believe everyone needs a safe place to be heard and understood. Creating a safe and trusting environment for my clients is a primary focus for me. Every person has a unique life story. Together we will discover the areas that need the most attention and realize healing, peace of mind and joy are all within reach.

As a seasoned psychotherapist, I provide my clients with confidential therapy to assist them with managing the challenges they are facing. Whether you have been in therapy before or are new to the process, I can provide a safe and supportive setting for you to work towards deepening your understanding of your current situation and dealing with obstacles to change. My advanced clinical training at NYC's Ackerman Institute for the Family has shaped my treatment approach. While I work extensively with individuals, I have an expertise in working with couples and families as well.