Therapists in Oswego County, NY

Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients for morning and early afternoon appointments. I specialize in healthy and safe communication for those who are in need of processing traumas or implementing boundaries in their life. I hope to assist clients in managing anxiety, depression, addiction, and PTSD.

On maternity leave through end of January 2024, waitlist available! My approach is warm and collaborative. I will never use therapist-y jargon you don't understand. I think humor can be incredibly healing and I incorporate it when appropriate. Studies suggest the relationship between the therapist and the client is the most healing aspect of therapy so my main priority is always creating a safe, cozy, warm space where you can feel seen and understood without judgment. Once this is established, I focus on supporting your feelings, helping you reach new insights, and guiding you toward solutions to help you meet your goals.

I firmly believe that in the darkest of places there can be Radiant Light and Bright Hope. Whether you or your child are struggling with a new diagnosis, working through trauma, wanting to set boundaries for a healthier self, or are in need of coping strategies for every day life, I am committed to walking through each step in the journey with you.

Navigating your emotions can be difficult on your own. Allow me to guide you through the therapeutic process at your own pace. Together we can set goals, develop healthy ways to cope, and practice overcoming intrusive thoughts.

Trauma, anxiety, and depression significantly impact our lives and growth as individuals. It can feel like we're stuck, going nowhere, or drowning. I work with people who have experienced trauma and who may be struggling with the vast and confusing symptoms associated with anxiety and depression. I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds, but have extensive experience with children and adolescents, many of whom struggle with school or social anxiety, difficulty with peers, low self-esteem, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.

Welcome! There are moments and events in our lives that can be very challenging. I hope through our partnership, you can grow to meet your personal needs and goals. I have over twenty years experience working with diverse populations experiencing grief, trauma, anxiety and depression.

I have a vast amount of experience in the field of helping others. I have experience in drug and alcohol recovery, treating depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. My practice focus is on Solution Focused brief therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to focus on mental health issues. I offer daytime as well as evening and weekend sessions to best match the schedule of clients who are interested in mental health therapy through Telehealth at a time that is most convenient for them.

I specialize in helping adults strengthen and utilize their inner resilience to manage feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, creative blocks, and internal criticism. I am a licensed art therapist and counselor who uses a relational strength-based approach. I incorporate a variety of clinical approaches including: art therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mind & body interventions. For clients who are interested in exploring alternative means of expression, I utilize art therapy interventions. No prior experience with art making is necessary to benefit or experience self-growth through creative interventions.

Hi! I am Mikaela, you can call me Mikaela or Dr. Mikaela. I don’t have a preference. Please reach out to me if you are looking to have an empathetic person to listen, offer feedback, and provide guidance for you to create solutions for yourself.

Are you seeking cognitive, behavioral, and other powerful tools to transform your life? I am a certified level-4 TEAM-CBT advanced therapist who undergoes weekly training at FGI where I learn the skills and tools for transformative healing. With TEAM-CBT, I connect deeply with you to help fully understand your unhelpful patterns and stuck areas. I then help address your motivation for change. When wanting to change and willing to take the steps necessary for change, I teach you the tools that bring about your desired results. I work with adults & young adults treating anxiety, depression, unhealthy habits, & relationship issues.

Starting therapy can be overwhelming and intimidating. It can also be exciting and invigorating. Whether you are struggling with adapting to daily stressors, a significant change, grief and loss, or a mental health diagnosis with symptoms that are difficult to manage, my approach to therapy remains the same. Meet you where you are at, work together on attainable goals to improve on daily functioning and create a safe and empathetic space so you feel comfortable. My goal is to facilitate a positive relationship in order to promote personal growth through vulnerability, meaningful insight, and positive change.

It is not always easy to ask for help, or to seek out therapy, but I am here to help you and support you on this journey to a better you! I will provide you with a safe space as we work together on your goals. I know it is hard in today's world to find balance, and to be able to perform at your best, so I am here to help you navigate this.

Counseling can be a key component in your journey to overall wellness. The heart of counseling is to improve an individual's life by focusing on strengths to create a healthy difference that is long lasting. The spirit of counseling involves the individual becoming the co-counselor. Trust in knowing one's self better than anyone else, accessing one's own wisdom, and allowing an individual to attend to their own wounds: this places the individual in the driver's seat, all while working collaboratively with the counselor. This is how individuals are allowed to grow, heal and transform.

Are you having a tough time organizing your thoughts and emotions as you face a new chapter in your life? Perhaps you are having conflicting thoughts, or are feeling stuck in some way. As your counselor, I will work with you in figuring out how to navigate overwhelming situations as well as fine tune your toolbox of resources, coping strategies, and supports. Together we can work toward finding balance and fulfillment in your life. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Child Centered Play therapist, I have a great deal of experience working with at-risk youth and their families in a variety of therapeutic settings.

Working with me, you will be provided a safe and comfortable space, allowing you to be your true and genuine self each session. I am able to adapt to any style that meets your individual needs to ensure you feel most comfortable as a patient. I work primarily with adults and teens struggling with anxiety and depressive symptoms, amongst various other mental health concerns and unique situations. I look forward to working with you should you decide to move forward in your mental health journey with me!

The counseling I provide is often focused on relationship conflicts, sex-related topics, internal family systems, self-esteem issues, anxiety and depression. I often see clients who may want to make improvements to their confidence, relationships, or simply have a safe space to discuss everyday issues regarding their mental well-being.

My clients are curious, life-long learners who have a sense that something is missing. They feel as if there is some secret to life that is eluding them. They are not looking to simply alleviate symptoms; rather, they seek to gain a broader understanding of their self. They tend to be kind and conscientious, wanting good things for the world around them. They can find themself consumed with anxious thoughts about what is “right.” And they often express to me that they have lost their sense of self.

Dr. Daskalakis has many interested when it comes to treating patients. She enjoys working with children, teens, adults, and couples. She also provides expert testimony to various courts in Oswego County and surrounding counties. Dr. Daskalakis also conducts psychological testing to clarify diagnoses questions as well as court ordered evaluations. Dr. Daskalakis uses cognitive behavioral techniques as well as dialectical behavioral techniques to reduce intense symptomology in patients experiencing symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder. Her wry sense of humor and lovely personality helps her patients feel more comfortable during their journey of exploring their personal issues and improving their lifestyle.

We at Ancora have significant experience serving diverse individuals, couples, and families who face various challenges that impact their relationships, academic and professional pursuits, physical health, and overall well-being. Among our specific areas of expertise are parenting enrichment, relationship development, divorce navigation, co-parenting support, and blended family cohesiveness. We also have extensive practice working with those suffering from Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, LGBTQ+ issues, Bipolar Disorder, Personality Disorders, and many other mental health issues.