Female Therapists in Peekskill, NY
Navigating difficult challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them on your own. I work alongside you to create a supportive, collaborative space where we can make sense of what’s happening and clarify what matters most to you.
Therapy is a shared journey where you’re invited to come exactly as you are—without pressure to have all the answers. Together, we explore what may be underlying the stress or sense of feeling stuck and discover tools and insights that truly align with your life. My role is to support you with curiosity, compassion, and consistency as you move toward meaningful and sustainable change.
Navigating difficult challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them on your own. I work alongside you to create a supportive, collaborative space where we can make sense of what’s happening and clarify what matters most to you.
Therapy is a shared journey where you’re invited to come exactly as you are—without pressure to have all the answers. Together, we explore what may be underlying the stress or sense of feeling stuck and discover tools and insights that truly align with your life. My role is to support you with curiosity, compassion, and consistency as you move toward meaningful and sustainable change.
My compassionate expertise includes, Adult and Child therapy, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR and Art/Play therapy and Clinical Supervision.Together we can address the hard emotions and challenges in life. Anxiety and depression, Bipolar Disorder, Childhood issues, relationships, loss, grief, Complex PTSD, and all traumas through the lens of coping patterns and obstacles, I integrate and individualize therapy for desirable outcomes. Whether working with child or adult, I create a space welcoming feelings and fears with realistic hope and support. My work with children involves parents or at times the family for beneficial growth for all.
My compassionate expertise includes, Adult and Child therapy, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR and Art/Play therapy and Clinical Supervision.Together we can address the hard emotions and challenges in life. Anxiety and depression, Bipolar Disorder, Childhood issues, relationships, loss, grief, Complex PTSD, and all traumas through the lens of coping patterns and obstacles, I integrate and individualize therapy for desirable outcomes. Whether working with child or adult, I create a space welcoming feelings and fears with realistic hope and support. My work with children involves parents or at times the family for beneficial growth for all.
Do you feel stuck ? Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions? Using the language of movement in conjunction with talk therapy, we will establish a conversation toward change. Coping techniques will be explored in order to navigate through difficult life changes .I primarily work with issues related to aging, and acceptance of life changes that aging brings as well as embracing the future. Traditional talk therapy is also utilized to underline and support effective change. Group and individual sessions available
Do you feel stuck ? Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions? Using the language of movement in conjunction with talk therapy, we will establish a conversation toward change. Coping techniques will be explored in order to navigate through difficult life changes .I primarily work with issues related to aging, and acceptance of life changes that aging brings as well as embracing the future. Traditional talk therapy is also utilized to underline and support effective change. Group and individual sessions available
I work from within the relationship of therapy to provide space for your most feared and painful ideas while challenging the stories you tell yourself about who you are, what the world is, and how things can be. Together we will work actively to dampen your daily stressors and find relief from your deeply held traumas. We will use our therapeutic relationship to gain insight into difficult relational patterns in your life and develop new ways of being in relationship. We will make meaning through work and play and we will discover what is possible.
I work from within the relationship of therapy to provide space for your most feared and painful ideas while challenging the stories you tell yourself about who you are, what the world is, and how things can be. Together we will work actively to dampen your daily stressors and find relief from your deeply held traumas. We will use our therapeutic relationship to gain insight into difficult relational patterns in your life and develop new ways of being in relationship. We will make meaning through work and play and we will discover what is possible.
My compassionate expertise includes, Adult and Child psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing and EMDR Trauma work. Working together we can impact and manage Anxiety/Panic issues, Depression, OCD, Mood regulation conditions, Relational Challenges, Grief, Family Therapy, Childhood, Adult Trauma. Exploring the emotional issues through the lens of coping patterns and obstacles, I individualize to best create adaptive desirable outcomes. Whether working with child or adult, I create a space welcoming feelings and fears with realistic hope and support. My work with children involves parents or family at times, creating safety, growth for all.
My compassionate expertise includes, Adult and Child psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing and EMDR Trauma work. Working together we can impact and manage Anxiety/Panic issues, Depression, OCD, Mood regulation conditions, Relational Challenges, Grief, Family Therapy, Childhood, Adult Trauma. Exploring the emotional issues through the lens of coping patterns and obstacles, I individualize to best create adaptive desirable outcomes. Whether working with child or adult, I create a space welcoming feelings and fears with realistic hope and support. My work with children involves parents or family at times, creating safety, growth for all.
If you’re here, you might be navigating big questions about who you are, feeling disconnected from your body, or holding stress in your relationships, your work, or this political moment. Maybe you’ve tried talk therapy before and sensed something was missing—something more embodied, more culturally grounded, more aligned with your lived experience. You’re looking for a space where you can slow down, listen inward, and feel supported in returning to yourself. Welcome.
I’m Kalissa, a somatic therapist who centers culturally sensitive, body-based healing, for those who have felt unseen or misunderstood in traditional clinical spaces.
If you’re here, you might be navigating big questions about who you are, feeling disconnected from your body, or holding stress in your relationships, your work, or this political moment. Maybe you’ve tried talk therapy before and sensed something was missing—something more embodied, more culturally grounded, more aligned with your lived experience. You’re looking for a space where you can slow down, listen inward, and feel supported in returning to yourself. Welcome.
I’m Kalissa, a somatic therapist who centers culturally sensitive, body-based healing, for those who have felt unseen or misunderstood in traditional clinical spaces.
Dr. Nancy Arocho-Mercado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, MSW, LCSW-R
6 Endorsed
Peekskill, NY 10566
The focus of my practice is to provide a safe place, where together we can work through any life-transition and/or challenges that may be keeping you from moving forward. Together, we will find understanding, resiliency and strength. I offer you a supportive, non-judgmental and compassionate environment. I favor a collaborative and person-centered approach. You have already taken the most difficult step by recognizing the courage involved with asking for help. I look forward to working with you.
The focus of my practice is to provide a safe place, where together we can work through any life-transition and/or challenges that may be keeping you from moving forward. Together, we will find understanding, resiliency and strength. I offer you a supportive, non-judgmental and compassionate environment. I favor a collaborative and person-centered approach. You have already taken the most difficult step by recognizing the courage involved with asking for help. I look forward to working with you.
I work with older adolescents (16+) and adults struggling with trauma, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, breakups & those big life transitions. Let's help you create new ways to feel, deal, & heal from life's toughest challenges.
In our work together, we can help you manage those difficult emotions, heal from your past experiences, build self-esteem & acceptance (especially in the era of super unrealistic social media pressures), and foster healthy relationships with yourself & the people you care about.
I work with older adolescents (16+) and adults struggling with trauma, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, breakups & those big life transitions. Let's help you create new ways to feel, deal, & heal from life's toughest challenges.
In our work together, we can help you manage those difficult emotions, heal from your past experiences, build self-esteem & acceptance (especially in the era of super unrealistic social media pressures), and foster healthy relationships with yourself & the people you care about.
Are you seeking a therapist that provides a safe space to sort out what is on your mind with a warm, empathetic, laid-back and non-judgmental approach? This is the type of environment I strive to offer my clients in therapy. I am a holistic practitioner that offers a combination of both conventional and alternative techniques depending on my client's wants and needs. I provide counseling from a lens that recognizes the impact societal inequalities can have on an individual. I offer a style that is intended to build empowerment, confidence and freedom from what you think is holding you back.
Are you seeking a therapist that provides a safe space to sort out what is on your mind with a warm, empathetic, laid-back and non-judgmental approach? This is the type of environment I strive to offer my clients in therapy. I am a holistic practitioner that offers a combination of both conventional and alternative techniques depending on my client's wants and needs. I provide counseling from a lens that recognizes the impact societal inequalities can have on an individual. I offer a style that is intended to build empowerment, confidence and freedom from what you think is holding you back.
Our thoughts, beliefs and bodies reflect our emotional struggles. We often come to therapy when old ways of coping aren't working anymore- when we long for comfort, relief, or more authentic and deeper connections in our relationships. The whole person needs to be addressed in times of crisis, transition and loss. Healing is a word derived from the German hailjan- “to make whole.” I work with a holistic, acceptance-based and contemplative approach to psychotherapy. Practicing self-compassion and self- acceptance lead to less reactivity and more peaceful, integrated and intentional lives.
Our thoughts, beliefs and bodies reflect our emotional struggles. We often come to therapy when old ways of coping aren't working anymore- when we long for comfort, relief, or more authentic and deeper connections in our relationships. The whole person needs to be addressed in times of crisis, transition and loss. Healing is a word derived from the German hailjan- “to make whole.” I work with a holistic, acceptance-based and contemplative approach to psychotherapy. Practicing self-compassion and self- acceptance lead to less reactivity and more peaceful, integrated and intentional lives.
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience working with children, families and adults. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental environment where you can confront the challenges keeping you from the life you want to lead, using your own strengths, values and goals. My role is to help you recognize and build on what's already within you. I take a strengths-based approach, grounded in the belief that growth and healing come not just from addressing what's difficult, but also from tapping into what's already working.
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience working with children, families and adults. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental environment where you can confront the challenges keeping you from the life you want to lead, using your own strengths, values and goals. My role is to help you recognize and build on what's already within you. I take a strengths-based approach, grounded in the belief that growth and healing come not just from addressing what's difficult, but also from tapping into what's already working.
Seeking therapy is an important step toward improving your quality of life and overall well-being. Many people find themselves putting the needs of others first while their own take a back seat. In therapy, I help clients reconnect with themselves, explore how life circumstances shape thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships, and build tools for meaningful change. Through setting boundaries, practicing self-care, and creating healthier patterns, I support clients in moving from simply managing day to day to living with greater balance, purpose, and fulfillment.
Seeking therapy is an important step toward improving your quality of life and overall well-being. Many people find themselves putting the needs of others first while their own take a back seat. In therapy, I help clients reconnect with themselves, explore how life circumstances shape thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships, and build tools for meaningful change. Through setting boundaries, practicing self-care, and creating healthier patterns, I support clients in moving from simply managing day to day to living with greater balance, purpose, and fulfillment.
Working with diverse communities in the Rivertowns, women, couples, students and people of all ages are my specialties. I believe in a warm, compassionate and professional approach to counseling where client and counselor are able to work together. Assessing the strengths of each individual, and helping that person achieve their life goals despite the many obstacles in their way, or the losses they may be suffering is what I strive for as a therapist. As Carl Rogers says best "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change."
Working with diverse communities in the Rivertowns, women, couples, students and people of all ages are my specialties. I believe in a warm, compassionate and professional approach to counseling where client and counselor are able to work together. Assessing the strengths of each individual, and helping that person achieve their life goals despite the many obstacles in their way, or the losses they may be suffering is what I strive for as a therapist. As Carl Rogers says best "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change."
I believe therapy can be a powerful space for reflection, growth, and healing. My style is warm, supportive, and collaborative, and I strive to create an environment where you feel safe to explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and life transitions. I draw from CBT, mindfulness, and strengths-based therapy, always adapting to what feels most useful for you.
I believe therapy can be a powerful space for reflection, growth, and healing. My style is warm, supportive, and collaborative, and I strive to create an environment where you feel safe to explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and life transitions. I draw from CBT, mindfulness, and strengths-based therapy, always adapting to what feels most useful for you.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with Diagnostic Privilege and a Master Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor in the State of New York. I have over 20 years of experience working in the realms of education, social services, government, and non-profit management. I have practiced in schools, chemical dependency programs, and outpatient mental health clinics, providing services to people from all walks of life.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with Diagnostic Privilege and a Master Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor in the State of New York. I have over 20 years of experience working in the realms of education, social services, government, and non-profit management. I have practiced in schools, chemical dependency programs, and outpatient mental health clinics, providing services to people from all walks of life.
My goal for treatment is to provide a safe environment for clients to increase awareness and learn to challenge themselves to make step-by-step changes. Anxiety and depression are many times clues to internal discourse. Whether it's related to a relationship, job, or general life stressors, learning to manage your thoughts, feelings and emotions will help keep functioning at optimal levels.
My goal for treatment is to provide a safe environment for clients to increase awareness and learn to challenge themselves to make step-by-step changes. Anxiety and depression are many times clues to internal discourse. Whether it's related to a relationship, job, or general life stressors, learning to manage your thoughts, feelings and emotions will help keep functioning at optimal levels.
Are you looking to heal your mind, body, AND spirit? Do you find yourself drawn to plant medicine, sound healing, meditation, astrology, or tarot? If so, I might be the right therapist for you. My clients tend to be people who have wonderful and unique strengths, but struggle with the complex and often limiting systems around them. I see a range of adults, from women navigating life transitions to freelance artists and fellow healers (ranging from therapists & bodyworkers to energy healers & astrologers). The common factor is that they are looking to slow down. In a world of quick fixes, let’s focus instead on soul-level healing.
Are you looking to heal your mind, body, AND spirit? Do you find yourself drawn to plant medicine, sound healing, meditation, astrology, or tarot? If so, I might be the right therapist for you. My clients tend to be people who have wonderful and unique strengths, but struggle with the complex and often limiting systems around them. I see a range of adults, from women navigating life transitions to freelance artists and fellow healers (ranging from therapists & bodyworkers to energy healers & astrologers). The common factor is that they are looking to slow down. In a world of quick fixes, let’s focus instead on soul-level healing.
Coping with life stressors, healing from painful experiences, and making personal changes can be extremely difficult. Having support during these kinds of transitions can aid you in resolving problems, finding peace, and achieving personal goals. My practice is focused on working with individuals who are coping with the effects of past trauma and/or painful life events, as well as, those coping with health issues that are effecting their well- being. Additionally, I enjoy working with other therapists pursuing therapy for their own self-care and personal growth.
Coping with life stressors, healing from painful experiences, and making personal changes can be extremely difficult. Having support during these kinds of transitions can aid you in resolving problems, finding peace, and achieving personal goals. My practice is focused on working with individuals who are coping with the effects of past trauma and/or painful life events, as well as, those coping with health issues that are effecting their well- being. Additionally, I enjoy working with other therapists pursuing therapy for their own self-care and personal growth.
Whether you are looking for short-term treatment or longer-term psychotherapy, I support adults and young people navigate life’s challenges with an open and non-judgmental stance. The common thread throughout my extensive clinical experience is change. I enjoy supporting clients as they adjust, cope, and thrive across various transitions that come - relationships, families, career, school, environment, and ourselves/bodies as we develop and age. We will collaborate on your goals using a variety of techniques such as art therapy, psychotherapy, and mindfulness-based practices.
Whether you are looking for short-term treatment or longer-term psychotherapy, I support adults and young people navigate life’s challenges with an open and non-judgmental stance. The common thread throughout my extensive clinical experience is change. I enjoy supporting clients as they adjust, cope, and thrive across various transitions that come - relationships, families, career, school, environment, and ourselves/bodies as we develop and age. We will collaborate on your goals using a variety of techniques such as art therapy, psychotherapy, and mindfulness-based practices.
I use Telehealth to offer a safe haven where you will feel comfortable to open your thoughts and feelings. You will immediately sense my genuine concern for your life journey. I am Celina Reyes-Levine and have been in private practice for 25 years. I help my clients explore the origins of their impasses and begin to build on developing feelings of wholeness. Together we will work at your own pace to attain your well deserved quality of life.
I use Telehealth to offer a safe haven where you will feel comfortable to open your thoughts and feelings. You will immediately sense my genuine concern for your life journey. I am Celina Reyes-Levine and have been in private practice for 25 years. I help my clients explore the origins of their impasses and begin to build on developing feelings of wholeness. Together we will work at your own pace to attain your well deserved quality of life.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.