Therapists in Orangeburg, NY

At the core of you is a vibrant, wise and transcendent self. Discover your true potential. You have within you all the answers you have been searching for. Traveling to that deep part of yourself with an experienced guide makes all the difference.In an atmosphere of trust and respect you will have the opportunity to reflect out loud about your struggles and conflicts. Through the revelation of your self to yourself in the presence of the caring "other" the challenges that you face become lighter, the path to resolution becomes clearer. Also, consider taking classes to become a Reiki practitioner/Master. Live your life's purpose!

Are you struggling with unrelenting stress, sadness or fear? Are you trying to cope with the pain and anguish of watching someone you love abuse alcohol or other drugs? Perhaps you are a parent in need of help for your teen and at a loss with how to help them. I have almost 30 years of experience as a professional working with children, adolescents, adults and families both individually and in groups. Life's challenges can become overwhelming at times. Whether it is a life transition, a toxic relationship, a traumatic event or some other challenge that life has handed you, I believe there is no pain too great to be lessened.

My clients value a therapist with a thorough understanding of clinical interventions while also recognizing that therapy is very individual work which involves more than just the mind. My clients seek to imbue a level of spirituality to their healing and growth, which I am happy to facilitate. Whether it’s bringing integrative approaches such as walking therapy, or finding use and meaning of a clients own spiritual beliefs and practices, my clients are seen as a whole person.

I address issues around anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. This is especially focused on your effectiveness in your personal and work life. I can help you to better understand your interpersonal relationships and find more constructive responses and approaches to them. In addition, I enjoy doing premarital counseling. I can support you in addressing trauma (including emotional, sexual, and physical abuse) and bereavement to move you through stages of healing to attain your goals of whole and deeper connection to others. I can also assist you clarify your sexual identity and find ways to communicate about it with others.

Many of us experience instances in our lives, in which we feel overwhelmed and engulfed in sadness. We may find ourselves in periods of despair, or just needing someone to help navigate disruptions in our relationships. With over 20 years of experience, I have been trained to assist individuals with the struggles of life, to empower, and provide effective coping skills.

The goal is to experience yourself in new ways. To be free of emotional pain, anxiety, anger. To not let trauma control you. I want to guide you to be able to live life on your own terms and to learn to navigate your feelings and experiences in the healthiest way possible. To help you find meaning in yourself, family, friends, relationships, work, spirituality and other areas of life.

As your therapist, I believe in cultivating a therapeutic relationship and collaboration. My goal is to create an environment that is inviting and safe as we partner to identify and/or address any concerns that you see impacting your life. We will work together to develop effective change and coping skills in areas of life whether it be relational, interpersonal, or professional. We will work together to address the presenting problems but also the root of the presenting problem in your life, your marriage, your family, and/or your child(ren). As your therapist I want to partner with you to heal and be the best version of yourself.

There are times in our lives when we may feel as though we are just going through the motions. Past experiences, perhaps dating back to childhood, could show up in a variety of ways in your adult life. Sometimes you may realize that there could be a connection between your past affecting the present but you are not quite sure how. You may be experiencing a variety of overwhelming emotions, some of which could be contributing to anxiety, depression or showing up in your interpersonal relationships. This may have created the potential opportunity for you to begin your healing process. It is my intention to assist you in this journey.

My goal is to create a nonjudgmental environment and a safe place to share all of life’s stressors. Specializing in all areas of discomfort and struggles. Discover you inner balance between vulnerability and making the right choices! Take a mindful and soulful approach to making your life better with future awareness of your issues at hand. Focus on mental health with an option to holistically focus on mind, body, and soul as one entity. If we treat it all we receive the maximum mental health experience because one affects the other. Individual, couples, sex, CBT, DBT, and somatic, adhd, bipolar, and personality disorders addressed.

Are you unhappy? Do you feel your life is not moving in the direction you would like? Would you like to tap into your creative potential? You have been born with a purpose and your soul wants to fulfill this purpose. When you are thrown off track, when you forget who you are - whether from outer conditioning or choices you have made, I guide you lovingly in the direction you are meant to travel. I see your uniqueness and your potential. My approach is to see the whole of you: body mind and spirit.

My view on successful psychotherapy is that it provokes insight, motivation and productivity for you, not only in session but out in life. Together we create a purely confidential, client-focused relationship to distinguish your desired outcomes. Then, using a blend of mind-body and cognitive-behavioral techniques, we explore your thoughts and how they shape the way you feel and behave. We also develop new patterns of thought and behaviors to create the way you want your life to be. Lifestyle behaviors such as diet, exercise, self-care and social interaction also come into play as they shape the whole person.

I work with adults who experience, depression, anxiety, addictions and image related issues. I also work with Christians, both ministry leaders and others who struggle with achieving what their faith promises. I am very comfortable with both short term and long term treatment approaches. I help my clients identify root causes as well as strategies to both manage and overcome those issues.

Your appointments are a full (60) min. hour session. Style is supportive and non-judgmental. Focus on balance and decompressing. Self esteem management. We reset you so that you have a sense of emotional organization. Establish personal and business boundaries and better communication. Troubleshooting strategies for effectiveness are developed. Mutual agenda for your (60) minute session to divide the hour for your preference including closing session with boundary reading or meditation to relax & refresh.

I am an intuitive empath healer who began my journey in 1987 as a psychotherapist offering cognitive behavior therapy to clients. I believe in treating the “whole” person, mind, body, & soul. This integrative approach blends cognitive behavioral, spiritual counseling and healing modalities. Are you feeling anxious? Are you searching for a deeper understanding of yourself? Do you feel you are looking for more meaning in your life and your path? Do you want to feel more fulfillment and joy in your life? It is my hope to provide a sacred space to explore your truest self. feel more empowered, fulfilled and joyful in your daily life.