Adults Therapists in Pleasantville, NY
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Melinda Ferraraccio
Pre-Licensed Professional, LCAT-lp
Verified
Verified
I work with children, adolescents, and
adults
, as well as those facing life threatening illness related crises.
Have you ever felt rooted in one spot unable to pull your feet out of the heavy mud and move forward? Maybe you had a recent disappointment? Perhaps you or your child have experienced a tragedy or loss? Or possibly, you have great ideas just waiting to surface! My goal is to create a safe space where you can develop your creative problem solving skills, renew your sense of adventure, and strengthen your sense of self. I believe in the importance of our mind-body connection and the healing nature of self expression and communication through art making.

Laura M. Greene
LMSW, BCBA, LBA
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed social worker and behavior analyst, with a decade of experience working with children and
adults
to bring about meaningful and positive change through the use of behavioral techniques. My approach is strength-based and client centered, with a focus on creating a strong working alliance. Together, we will develop coping strategies needed to create positive change. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and mindfulness techniques to build resilience, improve self-regulation, and enhance well being.

Kimberly Wildey
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I am comfortable working with children, teens, college,
adults
& families.
It can be hard to recognize when you need to turn to someone for help. Sometimes having a trusted person outside your family & friends can offer the clarity and support you need during a difficult transition. I give my clients a safe space to talk where they can identify obstacles and work to become more hopeful, empowered and grounded in their lives. By exploring your thoughts & feelings, we will be able to move you forward and help you to find the support you need.

Christina Repp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hello and welcome. For almost 30 years I have helped tweens, teens and
adults
negotiate their world. At times people can feel worried, frustrated and overwhelmed about their life, work, and relationships. We all have been there. It takes courage to find the guidance for getting out of a bad spot, feeling less stressed out, and just trying to live a better life. I have helped many people at different stages in life, with different situations. Let me help you and yours reduce negative life stressors, find some relief, and create a life worth living.

Rowena Talusan-Dunn
Art Therapist, PhD, ATR, LCAT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work closely with clients of Asian backgrounds and Persons of Color, young
adults
and women.
Are you a creative person looking for a different approach to self-care? Do you enjoy painting, drawing or creating with your hands? Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Is your daily stress hard to manage? Are the roles and responsibilities we have difficult to juggle? I offer a creative approach to therapy and self-care. The focus of therapy will be directly guided by your needs, whether short-term or long-standing. The step towards personal growth is always a difficult one to make, but I encourage you to take this moment for yourself, believe you are worth it!

Eleonora Labun
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Do you struggle with terrifying anxiety, feel sad, stuck or misunderstood? I look forward to meeting you. I work with
adults
suffering from anxiety, panic, depression, and aftermaths of psychological trauma. I help individuals who experience significant distress because of their hard relationships with the toxic parent or partner. The hidden wounds of childhood trauma, showing up in the present, might provoke excessive worries, intrusive obsessive thoughts, mood problems as well as physical pain.
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Lily Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a bilingual social worker, I work with adolescents and
adults
in both English and Spanish.
I am passionate about helping individuals feel supported and make meaningful changes in their lives. During this time of uncertainty, you may be trying to balance so much, such as work, school, childcare, relationships, and anxieties about the pandemic. Who wouldn’t be overwhelmed? Whatever life challenge you’re struggling with, I am here to listen with patience and empathy. I strive to create a trusting environment in which you feel safe to explore feelings, thoughts, and experiences. I enjoy helping clients set realistic goals, find patterns in their way of thinking or acting, and try new strategies to cope and overcome obstacles.
James K Zimmerman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
In addition to work with
adults
, couples, and families, I have a specialization in working with adolescents, including issues of depression, anxiety, underperformance in school, and the effects of learning disabilities on functioning and self-esteem.
My background and experience are quite varied, including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, family systems, and neuropsychological perspectives. This allows me to approach each situation with a unique focus on the need of the individual or individuals involved, and to provide treatment tailored to those needs (rather than to narrow conceptualization on my part of what psychotherapy 'is'). I also frequently draw upon the practice of meditation in helping people cope with anxiety, depression, learning issues, impulsivity, addiction, and so on. My commitment is to helping people gain both self-understanding and the ability to make substantive changes in behavior.

Deborah Botnick
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
In my work with
adults
, I specialize in helping career professionals choose the best profession based on personality preferences, passions and interests.
I view psychotherapy as a safe and nurturing environment where you feel comfortable exploring the thoughts and feelings that are linked to distress or problems. I specialize in working with
adults
, early career professionals, and women and/or couples who have been confronted with issues of infertility and miscarriage. Within these populations, I commonly work with issues of anxiety, depression, loss, relationship problems, career dilemmas, and life transitions. I tend to take an active role in helping you better understand your issues that often lead to feeling stuck, helpless or overwhelmed in life.

Mallory Winter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with
adults
and older adolescents who are seeking therapy to address stressors and emotional challenges including life transitions, relationships, career changes, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, communication, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
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.

Mallory Winter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with
adults
and older adolescents who are seeking therapy to address stressors and emotional challenges including life transitions, relationships, career changes, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, communication, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
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.
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Elyse Beyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified
Verified
I work with
adults
and teens, couples and families seeking help with overcoming issues in everyday life having to do with marital and parenting concerns, issues surrounding divorce and separation, relationship issues, life transitions, school and work, low self esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, social anxiety and behavioral problems. I engage with my clients in a professional, warm, caring and empathic manner, helping people to make positive changes in their lives. I offer support and guidance to overcome unsuccessful and self-defeating patterns and help you learn more about yourself in order to make successful positive changes towards personal growth.

Mitchell Jay Samet
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Hello. Are you looking for a therapist who understands children, adolescents and young
adults
? I am a licensed psychologist and specialist in diagnosing learning and attention difficulties. I have over 25 years of experience working with young people and families. As a therapist, I utilize a variety of treatment modalities aimed at short-term, solution oriented problem resolution, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I have prepared thousands of expert Psychological and Neuropsychological evaluations, and have chaired and participated in many, many CSE and Section 504 meetings.

Dawn K Catucci
Counselor, MS, Ed, PD, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Dawn Catucci is the Founder and Clinical Director of Mental Health Counseling for Emotional Well-Being PLLC, which is a small group private practice. Dawn works with children, teens and young
adults
who are struggling with emotional dysregulation, worry and or sadness that can interfere with their relationships, academic success and overall well-being. She is a certified cognitive behavior therapist by the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. Dawn is also trained in DBT and utilizes these skills to help clients to reach their goals. These evidenced based practices are often highly effective short term skills based treatments.

Katerina Spei
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am a clinical psychologist practicing in Pleasantville NY and offering evening and weekend office hours. I work together with my clients as partners in understanding what is troublesome for them and how to improve the quality of their life. My clients are primarily
adults
who seek a short consultation to talk something over or ongoing psychotherapy that aims at the resolution of more complex problems. I have significant experience in helping people go through crises, deal with past painful life events, gain control over and overcome distressing symptoms, as well as problem solve and plan for their future.

Donald Merriman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Psychologist and Certified School Psychologist specializing in individual and group counseling for children, adolescents and young
adults
. I have over nine years of experience as a clinician working with a broad spectrum of clients. My areas of special training and expertise include working with individuals with anxiety, depression, AD/HD, oppositional/defiant behavior, developmental disabilities, academic difficulties, peer related issues; providing parent training; and conducting psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluations.

Budy J Whitfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I find myself using a client-centered practice approach to my work with adolescents and
adults
.
Hello! My name is Budy (pronounced Beauty) . I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience working as therapist, Director and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, parenting problems, and navigating the child welfare system. I am experienced in treating physical trauma, emotional and sexual abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I consider the client/therapist relationship to be the most important thing in counseling. I believe in treating everyone with respect, dignity & compassion.

Pleasantville Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides warm and compassionate therapy for adolescents and
adults
. I offer individual and family therapy, as well as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills training, prenatal and postpartum support, parenting skills, and consultation services.

Alexis R. Bramswig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hi there! I have experience working with children and
adults
ranging in ages 4-62. I have worked with multiple diagnoses including but not limited to; Developmental Disability's, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders etc. My goal is always to help all of my clients find the best way to better manage the challenges they are experiencing in their lives.

Pilar B Wellansky
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My individual therapy with
adults
and adolescents covers mood and anxiety disorders, relationship issues and adjusting to life's transitions.
I am a New York State licensed psychologist who specializes in anxiety, depression & mood disorders, stress management, and relationship issues. Since 2000, my private practice in Pleasantville has been dedicated to helping individuals, families and couples lead fulfilling lives with satisfying relationships. I have a Master's degree in School Psychology and a Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) from Yeshiva University. I work with children, adolescents and
adults
. Although I do not accept any insurance plan directly, I do send out monthly insurance-friendly receipts that can be submitted to your insurance company.
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
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What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.