Parenting Therapists in Nyack, NY

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.

Welcome to my practice. I have over 25 years of experience providing psychotherapy and coaching, primarily within the adoption community. I specialize in addressing unique themes that emerge for adoptees, pre-adoptive and adoptive parents, and birth/first parents. Adoption search and reconnection, questions related to identity and transracial adoption, and understanding the impact of loss are some of the areas that I can help you with. My style is down-to-earth and I have an integrative approach blending psychodynamic, behavioral, and attachment-based therapies.

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.

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.

We all experience times in our lives when what once worked for us no longer does. We may become overwhelmed, anxious, fearful, or angry and are no longer able to ignore those feelings. Instead they get in our way. Talking to someone, especially one who listens to you carefully and joins you in a collaborative and supportive process, is amazingly helpful. People with whom I work note that they begin to feel better and less alone almost immediately.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a practice in adult individual and couples therapy. Issues commonly faced by those with whom I work often include themes of anxiety, depression, relationship strain or conflict, work related stress, difficulty adjusting to significant life transitions, and parenting concerns. While the struggles people bring are varied, requiring a thoughtful and personalized approach to each, I offer a consistently supportive and collaborative style in which to undertake the work together.

Are you experiencing low mood, lack of motivation, low self-esteem or negative thoughts? Is your anxiety and worry getting in the way of experiencing life to the fullest? Are you going through a difficult transitional time like becoming a new parent , starting college or going through a separation or a divorce? Or perhaps you are you a survivor of trauma seeking healing and guidance?

You will find me to be warm, engaging, compassionate , comfortable to connect with, and a very solid and experienced professional. As a clinical social worker with over 35 years experience, I am able to hear not only what your challenges are now, but what themes and patterns you carry with you as part of your life story. My approach is active and collaborative: together we will identify what you need help with and develop an approach accordingly. I am flexible and creative and I will listen and learn to help you explore the challenges you are facing.

I bring over 20 years of clinical experience to my practice as a psychotherapist. It is my belief that we each have a quiet place of truth within us that has been buried by the demands of life. Our habits and beliefs hold us back from our true nature and the life we desire. I work in the present moment to increase self awareness, uncover obstacles, and access this place of inner truth and strength. In my work with clients I often see individuals struggling with relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, life transitions, and the effects of trauma.

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

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.

I am a counselor and psychotherapist experienced in helping people who are dealing with stressful events and emotional issues such as: depression, anxiety, relationships, parenting concerns, life transitions, and ADHD and learning disabilities. My focus in therapy is to help you solve the problems that are getting in your way, so you can once again, feel better. I utilize a strengths perspective, that is, exploring personal strengths and attributes (as well as weaknesses)to enable you to work through your difficulties in a way that reflects who you truly are.

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!

I specialize in treating Anxiety Disorders, Panic Disorder, OCD, PTSD & Couples. My professional backgroud includes advanced training in Cognitively,(CBT); Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR), Couples Therapy, Psychodynamic and Biofeedback and Meditative practices. My approach to therapy targets your specific concerns and addresses them in a time sensitive and effective manner. Help is also provided for life transitions including parent /child conflicts or marital problems, as well as anxiety,grief, and depression.

With over 20 years experience, I provide a structured setting where people can explore the reasons for unhealthy patterns in their lives. I provide a supportive, interactive, solution focused, client centered, and confidential environment. Various treatment techniques are utilized and tailored to the specific needs of the client in order for healing, change, and growth to occur. I have worked with a diverse population of individuals exhibiting a wide range of conflicts, that include relationship and parenting issues, work stress, depression, anxiety and trauma.

Is your marriage CRASHING? Are you in need of a RELATIONSHIP REBOOT? (tm) Is your child testing limits? Are you struggling with depression and anxiety? Dr. Castaldo is a nationally recognized relationship expert who has been featured on CNN, FOX, NBC, in Ladies Home Journal, Woman's Day, Redbook, & More magazines, and has authored 3 books. Founder of the Center for Family and Couple Solutions, she uses a unique solution focused, brief approach to help clients build solutions quickly. She has special expertise in Divorce Prevention, Remarriage, Step Parenting , Child Management, Behavioral Issues, Family Conflict, Depression, Anxiety, Adoption, & Women's Issues.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York. I work with depression, anxiety, family/ parenting and other issues, to help you lead a happier life with improved relationships. I also lead support groups for new retirees and for those going through the grieving process.

Children often have trouble expressing their thoughts and feelings. They might struggle socially or academically and parents may be unsure why. This can lead to frustration concerning your child’s behavior and emotional state. Families need tools and strategies to implement to achieve positive changes. This is where I come in! As a seasoned School Psychologist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor I specialize in providing parent training and coaching as well as individual therapy for children and early adolescents.