Geriatric Therapists in Ozone Park, NY
Often our mental health issues are triggered by the highly demanding lifestyle in a stressful environment. We are not able to process all the issues we face all by ourselves. We need professional perspectives of our issues. In therapy I help patients analyze their issues in a scientific manner. My approach is holistic: health, body, mind, spirit, biology, and the environmental factors. Every human being has potentials to overcome their problems through time, patience, insight, using proper resources, and applying their inner strengths. I have faith in my patience. My motto: Educate. Empower. Evolve. I am inspired by what I see!
Often our mental health issues are triggered by the highly demanding lifestyle in a stressful environment. We are not able to process all the issues we face all by ourselves. We need professional perspectives of our issues. In therapy I help patients analyze their issues in a scientific manner. My approach is holistic: health, body, mind, spirit, biology, and the environmental factors. Every human being has potentials to overcome their problems through time, patience, insight, using proper resources, and applying their inner strengths. I have faith in my patience. My motto: Educate. Empower. Evolve. I am inspired by what I see!
Hey there! I'm a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 9 years of experience in mental health field. Whether you're grappling with various challenges or mental health conditions, I've got the tools to help. With training in CBT, DBT, and other certifications like SIFI, I'm here to empower you.
Hey there! I'm a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 9 years of experience in mental health field. Whether you're grappling with various challenges or mental health conditions, I've got the tools to help. With training in CBT, DBT, and other certifications like SIFI, I'm here to empower you.
Are you or your child feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? Are you or your loved ones experiencing problems with relationships or at work or school? Have you undergone difficult experiences or trauma? Would you like to share your problems and concerns in a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment? If so, I can provide the support you need. I am a highly trained therapist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology and 35 years of experience. I believe in the power and importance of the therapeutic relationship and working with you to effect positive change in your life!
Are you or your child feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? Are you or your loved ones experiencing problems with relationships or at work or school? Have you undergone difficult experiences or trauma? Would you like to share your problems and concerns in a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment? If so, I can provide the support you need. I am a highly trained therapist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology and 35 years of experience. I believe in the power and importance of the therapeutic relationship and working with you to effect positive change in your life!
Bibi Saffee-Razak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, chronic stress, and other emotional or mental health concerns.
I provide individualized, evidence-based therapy tailored to each person’s unique experiences, strengths, and goals. My therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Seeking Safety,Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFB)
I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, chronic stress, and other emotional or mental health concerns.
I provide individualized, evidence-based therapy tailored to each person’s unique experiences, strengths, and goals. My therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Seeking Safety,Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFB)
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Seniors may have wisdom and gratitude, but feel lonely and isolated.
With empathy, attentive listening, and non-judgment, let's work to achieve whatever you want. Caregivers, maybe you just want to sleep through the night. Seniors, maybe you want to make a few friends. Stuck on texting, maybe you want to have face-to-face communications. And those of you who are grieving, maybe you just need a partner on your journey.
Seniors may have wisdom and gratitude, but feel lonely and isolated.
With empathy, attentive listening, and non-judgment, let's work to achieve whatever you want. Caregivers, maybe you just want to sleep through the night. Seniors, maybe you want to make a few friends. Stuck on texting, maybe you want to have face-to-face communications. And those of you who are grieving, maybe you just need a partner on your journey.
I have been a psychotherapist counseling adults, couples and families for thirty years. My experience in working with people has given me a unique outlook on the human condition and the complex nature of relationships. I earned a Masters Degree in Social Work from Adelphi University in 1987 and a certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from the New York School for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy in 1990. I have extensive experience in both brief and long term psychotherapy and I look forward to helping you. If you have any questions please call me at (631) 673-3274 or email me at kayposil@optonline.net.
I have been a psychotherapist counseling adults, couples and families for thirty years. My experience in working with people has given me a unique outlook on the human condition and the complex nature of relationships. I earned a Masters Degree in Social Work from Adelphi University in 1987 and a certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from the New York School for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy in 1990. I have extensive experience in both brief and long term psychotherapy and I look forward to helping you. If you have any questions please call me at (631) 673-3274 or email me at kayposil@optonline.net.
I also specialize in psychotherapy for older adults and caregivers for medical and mental health issues including dementia.
I enjoy using my own creativity and knowledge of evidence-based practices to help clients reach their goals. I am funny, compassionate, and great at providing the safe space required to move successfully through the therapy process. I am also knowledgeable in LGBT issues, Buddhism, and spirituality.
I also specialize in psychotherapy for older adults and caregivers for medical and mental health issues including dementia.
I enjoy using my own creativity and knowledge of evidence-based practices to help clients reach their goals. I am funny, compassionate, and great at providing the safe space required to move successfully through the therapy process. I am also knowledgeable in LGBT issues, Buddhism, and spirituality.
Leslie J. Larson, MS, Ed., PD, SAS, SDA, LUTCF
Psychologist, MS, Ed, PD, SAS, SDA
East Meadow, NY 11554
Working with Seniors is very rewarding.
IDEA is confusing. Know your children's rights to a Free and Appropriate Education. With 35 years experience, as a School Psychologist and Sp. Ed. Administrator, I empower parents. I help them negotiate the complex world of Special Education and guide them in their interpretation of their children's school district evaluations. I will attend CSE, CPSE, 504, Impartial Hearings, Superintends Meetings. & Teacher Conferences. As a cognitive behavioral therapist, my therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help my clients address their personal life challenges. I integrate complimentary methodologies and techniques to offer a personalized approach tailored to my clients needs.
Working with Seniors is very rewarding.
IDEA is confusing. Know your children's rights to a Free and Appropriate Education. With 35 years experience, as a School Psychologist and Sp. Ed. Administrator, I empower parents. I help them negotiate the complex world of Special Education and guide them in their interpretation of their children's school district evaluations. I will attend CSE, CPSE, 504, Impartial Hearings, Superintends Meetings. & Teacher Conferences. As a cognitive behavioral therapist, my therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help my clients address their personal life challenges. I integrate complimentary methodologies and techniques to offer a personalized approach tailored to my clients needs.
I am a licensed psychologist (NYS 025287) with training at Zucker Hillside Hospital and Lenox Hill Hospital working with both adults and older adults in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Life transitions - from getting married, a new job, having children, or retirement - present us with new and unique challenges that we have to navigate. Oftentimes the challenges presented by these life transitions are informed by our experiences in navigating previous major life transitions. My approach to psychotherapy is to examine not only the current challenges but also any previous obstacles that we have faced in order to determine what interpersonal, internal, and skills-based needs may be getting in the way of successfully navigating the current situation.
I am a licensed psychologist (NYS 025287) with training at Zucker Hillside Hospital and Lenox Hill Hospital working with both adults and older adults in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Life transitions - from getting married, a new job, having children, or retirement - present us with new and unique challenges that we have to navigate. Oftentimes the challenges presented by these life transitions are informed by our experiences in navigating previous major life transitions. My approach to psychotherapy is to examine not only the current challenges but also any previous obstacles that we have faced in order to determine what interpersonal, internal, and skills-based needs may be getting in the way of successfully navigating the current situation.
I love working with you if you are open to honest conversations! You are someone striving to go further in the world, but sometimes you feel confused and unsure about what is good about yourself, what can be changed, and why you are suffering. You may identify as Asian, an international student, LGBTQ+, or someone navigating the challenges of OPT, H1-B, and the green card journey. That is tough and stressful! I can personally and professionally relate to everything above, and I am here to help you.
I love working with you if you are open to honest conversations! You are someone striving to go further in the world, but sometimes you feel confused and unsure about what is good about yourself, what can be changed, and why you are suffering. You may identify as Asian, an international student, LGBTQ+, or someone navigating the challenges of OPT, H1-B, and the green card journey. That is tough and stressful! I can personally and professionally relate to everything above, and I am here to help you.
Every life has a history of twist and turns, with episodes of successes, failures, challenges, decisions, changes and losses. We often inhabit patterns that once helped us to survive, yet now hinder us in recognizing or becoming who we truly are. These patterns can affect a variety of life issues, such as goal attainment, difficulties in relationships, and our ability to communicate, leaving us feeling frustrated, confused, or stuck.
Every life has a history of twist and turns, with episodes of successes, failures, challenges, decisions, changes and losses. We often inhabit patterns that once helped us to survive, yet now hinder us in recognizing or becoming who we truly are. These patterns can affect a variety of life issues, such as goal attainment, difficulties in relationships, and our ability to communicate, leaving us feeling frustrated, confused, or stuck.
I believe that therapy can develop non-judgmental awareness of what we face in the present, of thoughts and feelings that are based on conditioned reactions from our past, and of the ability to then cultivate the inner freedom that allows us to move into a future grounded in experience and directed at a positive and compassionate understanding of ourselves and of others. Developing the ability to be aware is a practice that each client learns and practices according to their needs, interests, and learning styles. There is no ideal client, there is only the commitment to practice awareness and find freedom from the past.
I believe that therapy can develop non-judgmental awareness of what we face in the present, of thoughts and feelings that are based on conditioned reactions from our past, and of the ability to then cultivate the inner freedom that allows us to move into a future grounded in experience and directed at a positive and compassionate understanding of ourselves and of others. Developing the ability to be aware is a practice that each client learns and practices according to their needs, interests, and learning styles. There is no ideal client, there is only the commitment to practice awareness and find freedom from the past.
I treat ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress, chronic conditions, lifestyle modification, geriatric needs, and caregiver challenges.
Services:
• ADHD evaluations, education, therapeutic support, medication‑management collaboration, & 504/IEP/accomidation support.
• Therapy for anxiety, depression, life changes, & chronic health issues.
• Support for older adults, caregivers, & those w/ medical needs, including home & community visits in Macomb County as needed & referred by provider.
I treat ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress, chronic conditions, lifestyle modification, geriatric needs, and caregiver challenges.
Services:
• ADHD evaluations, education, therapeutic support, medication‑management collaboration, & 504/IEP/accomidation support.
• Therapy for anxiety, depression, life changes, & chronic health issues.
• Support for older adults, caregivers, & those w/ medical needs, including home & community visits in Macomb County as needed & referred by provider.
Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, offers a holistic team approach from an experienced and diverse group of clinical professionals, which include a clinical neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist, clinical social worker, clinical speech language pathologist, licensed mental health counselors, creative art therapists, and nutritionist. We provide our patients with an assessment, treatment, and therapeutic milieu from the initial diagnostic interview through decisive patient intervention and advocacy. Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, serves both adult and pediatric patients.
Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, offers a holistic team approach from an experienced and diverse group of clinical professionals, which include a clinical neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist, clinical social worker, clinical speech language pathologist, licensed mental health counselors, creative art therapists, and nutritionist. We provide our patients with an assessment, treatment, and therapeutic milieu from the initial diagnostic interview through decisive patient intervention and advocacy. Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, serves both adult and pediatric patients.
Most people solve most problems on their own or with help from friends, but that doesn’t always work. Troubles mount up. Upheavals catch you unawares. “Go to” solutions can leave you empty-handed. Even planned changes can be disorienting - new jobs, retirement, new relationships, going off to school, children leaving home. Sometimes people just need help coping, changing bad habits, or thinking through options. Other times people feel hemmed in by circumstances, or find they don’t recognize themselves in the life they lead and want to deepen their sense that the life they are living reflects their own values and choices.
Most people solve most problems on their own or with help from friends, but that doesn’t always work. Troubles mount up. Upheavals catch you unawares. “Go to” solutions can leave you empty-handed. Even planned changes can be disorienting - new jobs, retirement, new relationships, going off to school, children leaving home. Sometimes people just need help coping, changing bad habits, or thinking through options. Other times people feel hemmed in by circumstances, or find they don’t recognize themselves in the life they lead and want to deepen their sense that the life they are living reflects their own values and choices.
When I worked in an inpatient psychiatric hospital, I made it a point to meet with patients before reading their chart. As a clinical supervisor of graduate-level social work students, I emphasized the importance of listening without the cloud of a diagnosis and repeated histories. Emotions need to be heard, whether in the form of fierce opinions or protective language. This can happen, in conversation, if the therapist is able to shed or expose known competing biases.
When I worked in an inpatient psychiatric hospital, I made it a point to meet with patients before reading their chart. As a clinical supervisor of graduate-level social work students, I emphasized the importance of listening without the cloud of a diagnosis and repeated histories. Emotions need to be heard, whether in the form of fierce opinions or protective language. This can happen, in conversation, if the therapist is able to shed or expose known competing biases.
I understand it is not easy to open up and share your thoughts, feelings and the personal details of your life with someone you are meeting for the first time. I will provide you with a comfortable, non-judgmental space and help you through this important first step. You are not alone; I am here to help! I provide an accepting environment where you will be heard, supported and understood. I start where you are and strive to help you to feel better about yourself and your life.
I understand it is not easy to open up and share your thoughts, feelings and the personal details of your life with someone you are meeting for the first time. I will provide you with a comfortable, non-judgmental space and help you through this important first step. You are not alone; I am here to help! I provide an accepting environment where you will be heard, supported and understood. I start where you are and strive to help you to feel better about yourself and your life.
Through open dialogue, reflection, and engagement, my goal is to help clients better understand how their life histories and relationships impact the present-day. My aim is to support individuals in finding their voice, building confidence in personal and professional relationships, and coping with stressors. I believe that everyone can benefit from devoting time each week to focus on themselves and their relationships, and I prioritize creating a warm, supportive environment for my clients.
Through open dialogue, reflection, and engagement, my goal is to help clients better understand how their life histories and relationships impact the present-day. My aim is to support individuals in finding their voice, building confidence in personal and professional relationships, and coping with stressors. I believe that everyone can benefit from devoting time each week to focus on themselves and their relationships, and I prioritize creating a warm, supportive environment for my clients.
I have extensive experience with family/adolescent, LGBTQIA+, HIV, geriatric population, drug treatment, sex/food addiction, formally incarcerated/legally involved, and life-coaching and long-term counseling.
I offer interactive counseling, working with diverse populations, providing empathy, compassion, sensitivity and humor. I provide treatment that is highly engaging and productive. My clients have had tremendous success and growth. This has included individuals with varied challenges and goals, that evolve during the treatment process.
I have extensive experience with family/adolescent, LGBTQIA+, HIV, geriatric population, drug treatment, sex/food addiction, formally incarcerated/legally involved, and life-coaching and long-term counseling.
I offer interactive counseling, working with diverse populations, providing empathy, compassion, sensitivity and humor. I provide treatment that is highly engaging and productive. My clients have had tremendous success and growth. This has included individuals with varied challenges and goals, that evolve during the treatment process.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or recurring negative thoughts that keep holding you back. Maybe relationships, grief, or life transitions feel overwhelming. My ideal clients want clarity, practical tools, and strategies to feel more in control and live life with greater balance.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or recurring negative thoughts that keep holding you back. Maybe relationships, grief, or life transitions feel overwhelming. My ideal clients want clarity, practical tools, and strategies to feel more in control and live life with greater balance.
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FAQ - About Geriatric Therapy
What can a geriatric psychologist help with?
Geriatric therapists specialize in the cognitive and neurological challenges that often accompany aging, including dementia, memory loss, and age-related cognitive decline. They also address the psychological conditions that frequently co-occur with these issues, such as depression, anxiety, and grief. Geriatric therapists and psychologists are trained to assess cognitive functioning, identify symptoms that may warrant further evaluation, and conduct or refer for formal neurological assessment when needed. In many cases, geriatric therapists also work closely with medical doctors to manage a client's overall health, and they may support caregivers and family members navigating the demands of caring for an aging loved one.
Why might someone seek a geriatric psychologist?
Someone might seek a geriatric therapist when they or a loved one begins experiencing cognitive or neurological changes and is unsure whether those changes are a normal part of aging or something that requires clinical attention. A geriatric therapist can help connect families with appropriate next steps. They are also commonly sought following a new diagnosis, when clients and families are working to understand what that diagnosis means practically and emotionally, and what to expect as a condition progresses. When seeking a therapist, it can be helpful to consider whether a clinician with a stronger psychotherapy focus or one with more of a social work orientation, who can help connect clients with assisted living or medical resources, would be the better fit.
What type of therapy might a geriatric therapists specialize in?
Geriatric therapist often combine psychotherapy with psychoeducation, helping clients and their families understand cognitive and neurological conditions and what to expect as they progress. For clients experiencing anxiety or depression alongside cognitive decline, therapists may draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based approaches. For clients with dementia specifically, therapists may be trained in specialized modalities such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), which is designed to preserve cognitive functioning.
Can geriatric psychologists help people who suffer from dementia?
Yes, and this is a core area of geriatric psychology. Therapists specializing in dementia can work directly with clients on memory loss and cognitive functioning, while also addressing conditions that commonly co-occur, such as depression and anxiety. They can provide caregivers with objective assessments of a client's functioning and disease progression, and are typically well-versed in community resources available to dementia patients and their families.