Couples Counseling Therapists in Northport, NY
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Erika Valencia
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Erika Valencia is a bilingual licensed social worker presently working as a Mental Health Therapist. Erika received her master’s degree from NYU Silver School of Social Work in 2016. Erika is certified in Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), which is a
relationship
-based intervention that helps children and their families heal from trauma. Currently, Erika is the owner of Mindfully Life and continues to utilize her professional experience to help individuals and families overcome obstacles by discovering and strengthening their internal sources.

Jonas D. Gayer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have worked as a Psychotherapist/Psychoanalyst for almost 45 years. My work is based on understanding our behavior and I communicate that to the person or couple I am working with. I am actively engaged and use a variety of approaches, depending on the individual or situation. I also have had years of experience as a School Social Worker with the NYC school system, working with students who have academic, emotional, and or behavioral issues. I prefer working with parents on how to better understand and adjust to who their children are. I also specialize in working with
couples
focusing on awareness of issues of their disharmony.

Amy Madenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a private practice in Northport, Long Island, New York. I offer psychotherapeutic services for individuals, specializing in working with adults who seek support for depression, anxiety, trauma and
relationship
challenges, including narcissistic abuse.

Violet Aberham
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LMT
Verified
Verified
Some of my post-graduate trainings include family systems theory at the Ackerman Institute; REBT at the Albert Ellis Institute; sexuality at the Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy; EMDR Levels 1 , 2 and 3; AF-EMDR with Laurel Parnell, PhD; Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction at NY Insight Meditation Center; Emotionally Focused
Couples
Therapy at NYCEF.
I understand the vulnerability of bringing the intimacies of your inner and outer world to another human being. And finding the “right” therapist is often a source of additional angst. The good news is that I have trained extensively to provide the safe and healing “holding space,” for you to come as you are, without fear of judgment. I will meet you with skill, understanding, and strategies to address current, past and/or future challenges. My typical client is high-functioning, but struggling in some aspect of life with issues like anxiety, low mood, unresolved trauma, or relationships. Congratulations on taking the first step!

Eleanor Frankel Perlman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW, BCD
Verified
Verified
In my work with individuals,
couples
and families, my goal is to help you to achieve your highest potential. I enjoy working with people who are introspective, who are willing and interested in looking into themselves, and to exploring ways to understand themselves and to improve their lives. I see myself as a guide and as a mentor. Please come here for yourself and because you truly want to be here.
Not accepting new clients

Lisa D Hamada
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I’m a reality-based therapist who specializes in CBT, using ACT & DBT techniques in practice. I specialize in helping my clients to become self-aware, regulate their emotions and learn effective strategies to accept & manage the anxiety that impacts their daily functioning. My focus as of lately has been helping
couples
learn communication skills, take ownership of what needs to change & improve their
relationship
. I empower clients to set small actionable goals that will positively change their lives & build their confidence. I am transparent & provide straightforward advice. I fundamentally understand mental health & its effects.

Tiffany S Grant-Zellem
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am specialized in, addiction, anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, adjustment disorder,
relationship
and family issues.
I work with many clients from many different backgrounds and cultures. My priority and number one goal is to enhance their lives and over all psychological functioning and wellbeing. I am not here to fix you, as you are not broken. My main goal is to help every single client to actualize and become the best version of themselves. I approach each client as an individual, with respect, dignity, and sensitivity. I view myself as working alongside each client towards creating more fulfilling opportunities, while reducing long standing negative behaviors, feelings, and thought patterns.

George Martin Reisine
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I do family and
couples
therapy and have training specifically in this, apart from my doctoral training.
You can feel better. I have been in private practice for 25 years and practiced for many more years in a variety of other settings including a psychiatric hospital. There, I did teaching, clinical supervision of psychologists, group and individual therapy, and forensic psychology. I am trained in, and use a variety of methods and philosophies in the field as I have found that flexibility in approaching the diverse people I see is necessary. I work with anxiety, depression,
relationship
issues, and self esteem. I have experience with substance abuse and anger issues, and well as with life adjustment problems.

Tara Anne Maddalena
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My clients have had various struggles, such as depression, anxiety, sexual identity crises, life transition struggles (school, adolescence, college, marriage) trauma, chronic illness,
relationship
difficulties, and separation/loss.
Change and growth are tough. My goal as your therapist is to aide you to move from being stuck in your life to creating a life that is in alignment with your true self. I would be honored to assist you and/or your child in gaining the skills and insight necessary for your growth.
Not accepting new clients

Karin Sabbeth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
Do you feel stuck, unhappy or are you in crisis? Perhaps you feel alone with your thoughts or worries. I have a good understanding of where you're coming from and want to help you feel better. For the past 24 years, I have successfully treated adults, teens and families dealing with depression, anxiety, suicidal feelings, self-harming behaviors,
relationship
difficulties and life changes. I also provide clinical supervision for colleagues in the field.

Debra Marie Failla
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Every cloud has a silver lining, and I will help you find yours. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive inpatient and outpatient experience. I enjoy working with all age groups in individual and group settings. I work together with my clients to establish collaborative and individualized treatment goals. I specialize in mood disorders, anxiety, stress management, and
relationship
issues. I also have experience running groups for both parents and children coping with the pressures and stresses of parental separation/divorce.

Sophia Parisi
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you anxious more than ever, feeling “off” or “not like yourself” lately, facing
relationship
issues, or maybe you’re tired of holding everything in and ready to talk to someone? If you answered yes to any, you’ve come to the right place. In our sessions you will find that therapy is a meaningful conversation that takes place in a safe, collaborative, and nonjudgemental space where YOU set the pace and where we can identify conflict and options, make efforts toward self-growth, and pursue paths of change. My goal is to help you uncover your own motivation to change and empower you to be confident in the decisions you make.

Frank J Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have a great deal of training and experience, psychodynamically, cognitively, EMDR,
couples
work, Mindfullness and Meditative practices, Past Life Regression Therapy etc.
I have advanced post graduate training and over thirty years of experience as a Psychiatric Social Worker, therapist and supervisor. Caring, empathetic and professional treatment is tailored to the individual's or
couples
' needs. I believe we all have the resources available to deal with life's challenges but that they have to be tapped at times of need. I enjoy working with individuals and
couples
and believe that becoming a therapist is a calling; this shows in my work.
If I cannot help you I can refer you to someone who can.

Matt Aibel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Limited availability for new patients. The enormous number of stressors we now face daily are unreal: politics, inflation, war, heat, pandemic fatigue, despair, disconnection, on and on. All of this is tremendously difficult to manage on one's own. Anxiety, anger, depression, resentment, boredom. Zombie states, exhaustion, sadness, rage, denial. If you are struggling with any of this - or any of the other states that often bring people to therapy, like emptiness, grief, rigidity, feeling lost or overwhelmed,
relationship
issues - it's worth investing the time and effort to get help, get grounded and figure things out.

Dr. Lynn B.Means
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a Psychologist in private practice working with individuals and
couples
, adolescents and adults. I have worked in many different clinical settings since 1968 and, for 37 years of private practice, have worked with a range of difficulties involving anxiety, depression, addictions, abuse, obsessions, parenting, trauma and PTSD, personality disorders and psychosis. One specialty has been using psychological testing to get a more accurate and detailed diagnostic picture of the issues, as just having a diagnosis is not enough and can result in misunderstanding and poor treatment.

Ash Psychological Services LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
If you are seeking
couples counseling
, or if you are a parent who wants help developing new parenting strategies, I have the skills and experience to help. Pre-adoption psychological evaluations are one of my specialties, as are parenting consultations for parents of adopted children. I have specific experience with stress management, college student mental health issues, and LGBTQIA issues including
couples counseling
. I also enjoy working with women who are struggling with
relationship
issues, work/life balance, or childhood traumas.

Debbie Gatt Fassula
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified
Verified
I am a psychodynamic clinical social worker interested and experienced in working with individuals (ages 18-75),
couples
and families facing life transitions. My preferred method of practice is goal oriented with an emphasis on self-awareness and self-acceptance.
Through clarity of goals, I'll guide you through any life transitions to identify priorities and values and assist to bring the courage to change to the surface of your life so that you can live in harmony and balance.
Waitlist for new clients

Jasmine Narayan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Our services include psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults as well as
couples
and family therapy.
You have taken an important first step towards making positive and lasting change in your life. Using a safe and supportive approach I can help you work through difficulties and experience more peace and joy. I will help you explore your roots in order to understand why an issue may be occurring and combine these insights with evidence-based interventions (e.g. positive reinforcement, relaxation training, mindfulness, coping skills) to improve overall health and wellness.

Spotless Mind Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC-T
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My goal is to develop a
relationship
with each client that supports self-exploration and empowers them to achieve change and growth.
We take the greatest pride in ensuring that no individual is left stranded without access to care by always responding to new patient inquiries immediately and accommodating the financial needs of our clients. The well-being of our clients and the individuals of the communities we serve are our top priority. No person should have to be without a supportive professional when they find themselves in a situation where reaching out for help is of the utmost importance.

Mark Calder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
By providing a therapeutic
relationship
based on genuineness, empathy, and unconditional acceptance, I can help you unearth your true self and your true potential, while understanding what lies beneath the feelings that led you to this page.
Good therapy is an exploration of the self. People seek therapy to manage that which ails them, whether it be anxiety, depression, phobias, etc. Yet these are merely symptoms, and good therapy seeks the discovery of their root cause so that true healing may begin.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.