Child Therapists in Nyack, NY
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Gail Cirlin-Lazerus, LCSW, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I know this isn’t easy for you. Whether you are here because your
child
is struggling, you are struggling, or you need change, support, and direction … You don't have to struggle alone. This is the bravest thing you can do and I’m grateful you’re here. I can't change where you started, but I can help you gain the freedom to decide where you finish. You can do this. We can do this together. My goal is to help everyone that comes into their session feel comfortable and safe. This is a friendly way to therapy for
children
, teens, and adults alike.
Courageous Kids Counseling
LCSW
Verified
Verified
Together we'll find the source of your
child
’s unhappiness so they can get unstuck and develop new habits - ones that move them forward.
There are legos all over the floor. And none of them seem to connect anymore. You shove them into a basket, but you know you’re just delaying the inevitable. It’s time to put the pieces back together before it’s too late. She’s a good kid, but now she’s constantly overwhelmed and goes from bubbly to upset in 60 seconds flat. Too much screen time, but it’s the only time she’s content. You worry for her, her future, and your relationship. You’re afraid of being a “bad mom.” It wasn’t supposed to be like this. You read all the parenting books. You’ve tried everything from punishment to outright bribery, but nothing works. Now what?
Nisa Rauschenberg
Art Therapist, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with
children
, adolescents, adults, seniors, and families.
Art therapy uses the creative process to identify and resolve thoughts, attitudes, and feelings that present obstacles to emotional and cognitive growth. Art is a language of symbols-the same language of symbols that our subconscious uses in dreams. At Creative Arts Therapy Studio, PLLC, artwork is created to give *voice* to the subconscious allowing patients to deepen insight, increase well-being and build the lives they want to live.
Rikki Herbst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSEd
Verified
Verified
The healing process is vulnerable and courageous. Whether you seek healing for yourself or your
child
, a safe holding space that provides supportive containment and compassion is so vital. I embrace each individual with the knowledge that one is the expert of their own lives. My role is to provide a space to access deeper wisdom and personal expression. I began my career in early childhood education and have brought my knowledge of early childhood development into my work as a therapist, with a focus on attachment, sensory processing and the nervous system constantly informing my work.
Sara Darian
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
You or your
child
/teen have the power to make positive changes in order to live a happier, more fulfilling life. You may be thinking about improving relationships, coping more effectively with daily stress, or becoming more successful academically or in a career. Unfortunately, sometimes stress, anxiety, & depression make it difficult to make the changes you truly want. I aim to empower my clients so that they discover (or re-discover) the inner-strength needed to believe in themselves, learn new coping strategies, & achieve their goals.
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Geoff Goodman
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, CST, CSAT-S, RPT-S
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Areas of expertise with
children
and adolescents include disruptive behavior disorders, attachment disorders, depression, anxiety, and the consequences of childhood physical and sexual abuse.
For me, psychotherapy is offering patience, understanding, insight, acceptance, compassion, relationship, and a secure base to persons suffering from burdens too heavy to carry alone. I compare myself to a container into which my patients pour their unbearable feelings. My task is to detoxify these feelings and make them easier to understand and tolerate. I help my patients to use healthy relationships with others to meet their emotional needs and the emotional needs of others. To establish and maintain healthy relationships, we work in session on understanding our own and others’ mental states (wishes, feelings, intentions) and how these are connected to how we behave toward each other. Relationships tend to work better when we are able to understand our own and others’ minds and how our minds influence how we behave toward each other.
Alexis Santiago-Autar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My experience has been working with
children
and adults in a very compassionate and client centered way to heal and recover from many life challenges.
Are you looking for life changes with someone who is compassionate and non-judgemental? My approach to treatment is creating a non-judgmental and validating environment that promotes cognitive and behavioral change.
Jennifer Neuhof
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified
Verified
I provide a warm and safe yet dynamic environment in which my clients express their innermost thoughts, gain insight, heal wounds and learn to live with more confidence, humor and joy. With over 20 years of supervising and clinical experience with
children
, adults and couples, I am able to quickly attune and help clients feel at ease. I listen closely to my client’s thoughts, fears and dreams while helping them to make meaningful connections that strengthen their sense of self. While deep inner work generally takes time, some positive change can be anticipated rapidly.
Samantha Sedlik Buell
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP, ABSNP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Do you or your
child
struggle academically, emotionally, or socially? Does your school not provide necessary testing or learning accommodations and support? Or does your gifted or 2E
child
not receive the enrichment needed to achieve his or her full potential? Neuropsychological evaluations help students obtain the learning recommendations, school and testing accommodations, or enrichment needed for academic, emotional, and social growth. Clients and families also often find the assessment process therapeutic in itself, as it leads to understanding of individual strengths and weaknesses and clear diagnosis of any disabilities.
Norman Trager LMHC LMFT Consulting & Psychotherapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Possibly STRUGGLING in a RELATIONSHIP with a current or former spouse/partner/co-parent or one of our
children
, parents, in-laws, friends or colleagues; confronted, at times, with some degree of individual-or-collective confusion, frustration, anxiety, fear, withdrawal, anger, hurt, blame, demand, resignation, capitulation, placating, or sexual concerns.
My Goal: MAKE a DIFFERENCE in Emotional & Physical WELL-BEING, SATISFACTION and PEACE-of-MIND as people navigate the challenges & opportunities of Relationships, Time, Money, Work, Lifegoals (personal & professional), Nutrition, Sleep and Exercise. It is not uncommon for an intelligent, successful person to recognize that their CHOICES, ACTIONS & INTERACTIONS are not always consistent with their BELIEFS, NEEDS or POTENTIAL, occasionally finding themselves stuck, lost or hurting in some area of life, feeling the need for some form of Emotional or Situational First Aid, Repair or Renovation!
Inner Wisdom Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Kathleen Finn is an integrative psychologist with over 15 years’ experience counseling
children
and adults. She began Inner Wisdom Psychology with the goal of empowering others to listen to their inner wisdom and follow a path that aligns their mind, body and spirit.
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Julie Taft
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My goal as a therapist is to partner with my clients to help them improve their quality of life. I am a licensed mental health counselor, a certified school counselor, and have been trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). With over twenty years of experience working in school, agency, and private practice settings, I have extensive familiarity with diverse populations of
children
, adolescents, and adults. Using a client-centered approach to counseling and therapy, I want my clients to feel supported, empowered, and encouraged to take an active role in their treatment.
Stephen Kiesling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience working with
children
, adolescents and their families. I have a warm, non-judgmental manner and a good sense of humor, which has enabled me to form strong working relationships with my clients. I consider parents an invaluable source of knowledge about their
children
and I involve them collaboratively in understanding the presenting issues and in effecting change
Steven Lee
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
When you find yourself emotionally overwhelmed, or behaviorally stuck facing what feels to be an unsolvable problem or issue, I bring compassion, empathy, and intelligence to my practice to help you through these difficulties and get back on track. This may occur in any one of the many arenas of your life, including your relationships, family, school, or work.
I work with couples, adults,
children
, adolescents, and families providing a clear roadmap to behavioral change and emotional well-being. I am dedicated and accountable to you as we create a collaborative plan for meeting your needs.
Jennaleigh Iseman
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified
Verified
As a licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been practicing clinical counseling since 2016, I am dedicated to providing a safe space for you to begin the counseling process. I strongly believe that through self-exploration and implementation of evidence-based interventions, all individuals have the potential to maximize their strengths to overcome challenges and attain personal fulfillment. I specialize in treating
children
, adolescents, adults and families struggling with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, life transitions, and family/relationship issues.
Joe Hazucha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I bring over 20 years of private practice experience working with adults,
children
adolescents, and families. I am a Certified IFS (Internal Family Systems) therapist. This cutting edge therapy emphasizes Compassion and Courage to heal. Emphasis is on healing! Anxiety, Depression, Panic, Eating Disorders, etc are all a result of not getting what we need to grow and thrive. These are all "Protectors" of deeper "Exiled" parts, experiences. Using everything from play therapy (mostly for
children
), art, clay, talking, etc to externalize the healing. IFS is the future of Psychotherapy. Curious? Call, E mail.... :)
Hudson Valley Center for Cognitive Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am the Director of the Hudson Valley Center for Cognitive Therapy (HVCCT). Our psychologists work with
children
, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Two of our primary areas of specialization are mood and anxiety disorders, such as depression, panic, phobias, OCD, chronic worry,and social anxiety. Our therapists also have expertise in working with ADHD, academic and career issues, grief/loss, relationship/marital issues, parent training, and health psychology. We also offer psychoeducational evaluations. More detailed information regarding our services can be found at http://www.hvcct.com.
Joseph Graybill
Psychologist, PhD
Childhood is difficult enough, but those who are have difficulty learning, socializing and have emotional difficulties face difficult challenges. Childhood disorders such as Autism, Asperger's , ADHD, and Learning Disorders affect a
child
's self-worth, school performance, socialization and emotional health. These complex disorders interfere with academic achievement, family harmony, and overall quality of life.
Children
with such difficulties and their family need professional guidance and therapeutic support from an expert in the field of
child
and adolescent psychology.
Gayle Sturmer (Aka Skovron)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, RRT, BCD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am a short term solution focused therapist. I provide a safe, comfortable place to create change. I have practiced for over 25 years and I am trained and certified in many models of treatment. I create change through brain shifts in thinking, feeling, and behaving. I specialize in Trauma, Sexual Violence, Loss, Anxiety, OCD, "Stuckness," Depression, Male Issues, Grief, Divorce, Relationship Issues,
Child
Issues, and more. I'm a certified Rapid Resolution(tm) Therapist (RRT), as well as a Certified CBT Therapist. Please visit rapidresolutiontherapy.com or my website gaylesturmer.com to learn more about RRT.
Kenneth Silvestri
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, CCH
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Homeopathy's inexpensive, FDA-approved remedies provide a safe alternative to psychotropic drugs for those suffering from anxiety or depression, and can provide a more gentle option for
children
challenged by ADHD/ADD.
I begin the collaboration with each person seeking my professional counsel by asking, "What is it you're not getting in your life that causes you pain?" Together, we explore the resources that will allow them to heal, change and grow. During the 30 years I have practiced psychotherapy, from a systemic or holistic perspective, I have assisted individuals, parents, couples, adolescents and caregivers to see and experience their lives differently.
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Child Therapists
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How long are sessions with child therapists?
Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.
How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?
The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.