Play Therapy in Putnam Valley, NY
In my dedication to your wellbeing I provide, in person/zoom talk therapy, Adult and Child and Family, Trauma work, Somatic Experiencing and EMDR. Together we address challenges and use strengths for Anxiety and Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Relational issues, Grief, PTSD, and all traumatic encounters. Compassion and understanding of the complex guides my treatment direction to individualize therapy for improved outcomes. Whether working with adult or child, I create a space welcoming fears and tears with realistic hope and support. My work with child development involves therapeutic facilitation and parent guidance to build skills.
In my dedication to your wellbeing I provide, in person/zoom talk therapy, Adult and Child and Family, Trauma work, Somatic Experiencing and EMDR. Together we address challenges and use strengths for Anxiety and Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Relational issues, Grief, PTSD, and all traumatic encounters. Compassion and understanding of the complex guides my treatment direction to individualize therapy for improved outcomes. Whether working with adult or child, I create a space welcoming fears and tears with realistic hope and support. My work with child development involves therapeutic facilitation and parent guidance to build skills.
Hi! I'm Justine, I'm happy you are taking this step to find support. You deserve it! I wish to provide clients with a safe and judgement free space to work through thoughts and emotions on your way towards a happy and fulfilling life. I work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, stress, low self esteem, interpersonal conflicts, difficult life transitions, perinatal and postpartum issues, and many other challenges. My passion is working with womans issues. We will work together to identify emotions, learn coping skills, and work towards acceptance on our way to reaching your personal goals.
Hi! I'm Justine, I'm happy you are taking this step to find support. You deserve it! I wish to provide clients with a safe and judgement free space to work through thoughts and emotions on your way towards a happy and fulfilling life. I work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, stress, low self esteem, interpersonal conflicts, difficult life transitions, perinatal and postpartum issues, and many other challenges. My passion is working with womans issues. We will work together to identify emotions, learn coping skills, and work towards acceptance on our way to reaching your personal goals.
At my practice, every individual and family is met with compassion, respect, and clinical expertise. I have over three decades of clinical and supervisory experience. Whatever struggle or transition you are navigating, it is my priority to ensure you never feel alone or unsupported. I provide a safe and structured space for healing and growth, always with a focus on the well-being of those clients I serve.
At my practice, every individual and family is met with compassion, respect, and clinical expertise. I have over three decades of clinical and supervisory experience. Whatever struggle or transition you are navigating, it is my priority to ensure you never feel alone or unsupported. I provide a safe and structured space for healing and growth, always with a focus on the well-being of those clients I serve.
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I help parents to understand their children's developmental needs, and use an age-appropriate combination of play and talk therapy to help children work through their particular school, social, and/or family issues.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults and families on a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, loss, relationships, and family dynamics. My goal is to help people find greater satisfaction in themselves, their relationships, and their work. I believe that the increased self-knowledge and understanding gained through the collaborative psychotherapeutic process relieves symptoms, helps to deepen the capacity for intimacy, and promotes the strength, confidence, and skills necessary to lead a personally meaningful and productive life.
I help parents to understand their children's developmental needs, and use an age-appropriate combination of play and talk therapy to help children work through their particular school, social, and/or family issues.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults and families on a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, loss, relationships, and family dynamics. My goal is to help people find greater satisfaction in themselves, their relationships, and their work. I believe that the increased self-knowledge and understanding gained through the collaborative psychotherapeutic process relieves symptoms, helps to deepen the capacity for intimacy, and promotes the strength, confidence, and skills necessary to lead a personally meaningful and productive life.
Parents can also play an active role in supporting and developing their child’s treatment plan.
My private practice builds upon 27 years of experience with supporting children and their families as a school psychologist. As a licensed psychologist, I work with children, adolescents, and young adults to help them cope with feelings of anxiety, depression and anger. I also assist clients in coping with stress related to social issues, family conflict, and academic difficulties.
Parents can also play an active role in supporting and developing their child’s treatment plan.
My private practice builds upon 27 years of experience with supporting children and their families as a school psychologist. As a licensed psychologist, I work with children, adolescents, and young adults to help them cope with feelings of anxiety, depression and anger. I also assist clients in coping with stress related to social issues, family conflict, and academic difficulties.
I am an art therapist and psychotherapist who works with children, teens, and adults seeking a more expressive and creative approach to therapy. I support clients navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, neurodivergence, LGBTQ+ concerns, identity exploration, creative blocks, divorce, and emotional regulation barriers through a blend of art therapy and talk therapy. Art therapy can be especially helpful if you feel stuck in traditional talk therapy, struggle to put emotions into words, think visually, or want a gentler way to explore your inner world. No artistic skill or experience is required!
I am an art therapist and psychotherapist who works with children, teens, and adults seeking a more expressive and creative approach to therapy. I support clients navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, neurodivergence, LGBTQ+ concerns, identity exploration, creative blocks, divorce, and emotional regulation barriers through a blend of art therapy and talk therapy. Art therapy can be especially helpful if you feel stuck in traditional talk therapy, struggle to put emotions into words, think visually, or want a gentler way to explore your inner world. No artistic skill or experience is required!
It's a great strength to be able to ask for help during challenging times. Whether you are facing immediate stressors or want to address more long-term issues, my approach to therapy is interactive, supportive & empathetic. I value establishing a comfortable, nonjudgmental & meaningful therapeutic partnership; I feel the most important element of effective psychotherapy is a genuine connection between patient & therapist. While providing a warm, safe & nurturing environment, I aim to help you identify strengths, reduce distressing feelings, undo any patterns of behavior that aren't serving you well & create positive changes.
It's a great strength to be able to ask for help during challenging times. Whether you are facing immediate stressors or want to address more long-term issues, my approach to therapy is interactive, supportive & empathetic. I value establishing a comfortable, nonjudgmental & meaningful therapeutic partnership; I feel the most important element of effective psychotherapy is a genuine connection between patient & therapist. While providing a warm, safe & nurturing environment, I aim to help you identify strengths, reduce distressing feelings, undo any patterns of behavior that aren't serving you well & create positive changes.
Supporting social emotional well-being through an integrative lens. Are you or your child feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or out of balance? Life has a way of throwing challenges at us, and sometimes we need support to find our way through. I work with individuals and families who are seeking greater balance emotionally, mentally, physically, and socially. Whether it's anxiety, school avoidance, behavioral concerns, life transitions, or family stress, I'm here to help you navigate it with compassion and clarity.
Supporting social emotional well-being through an integrative lens. Are you or your child feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or out of balance? Life has a way of throwing challenges at us, and sometimes we need support to find our way through. I work with individuals and families who are seeking greater balance emotionally, mentally, physically, and socially. Whether it's anxiety, school avoidance, behavioral concerns, life transitions, or family stress, I'm here to help you navigate it with compassion and clarity.
Arielle Sherman is a licensed clinical psychologist offering psychodynamic psychotherapy and consultation to individuals of all ages. She helps people develop their self-awareness as a tool for navigating life's challenges with greater clarity, purpose and ease.
Arielle Sherman is a licensed clinical psychologist offering psychodynamic psychotherapy and consultation to individuals of all ages. She helps people develop their self-awareness as a tool for navigating life's challenges with greater clarity, purpose and ease.
As a parent, you want what is best for your child, especially when they face emotional hurdles. I’m Sara, a clinical therapist dedicated to helping teenagers and adolescents not just cope in life, but truly thrive. With nearly two decades of experience working with adolescents and families, I bring both clinical expertise and genuine empathy to every session. I specialize in supporting young people facing: Trauma and PTSD, Depression and anxiety, including school and social anxiety, Mood disorders, Behavioral challenges, crisis situations, family conflict, and family dynamics.
As a parent, you want what is best for your child, especially when they face emotional hurdles. I’m Sara, a clinical therapist dedicated to helping teenagers and adolescents not just cope in life, but truly thrive. With nearly two decades of experience working with adolescents and families, I bring both clinical expertise and genuine empathy to every session. I specialize in supporting young people facing: Trauma and PTSD, Depression and anxiety, including school and social anxiety, Mood disorders, Behavioral challenges, crisis situations, family conflict, and family dynamics.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready to explore a change. Whether you’re navigating a recent crisis, struggling with relationships, or confronting patterns that no longer serve you, therapy can be a powerful space to gain clarity, relief, and direction.
My goal is to help you build more freedom in your life; to make active decisions that you can stand behind, rather than just "ending up" in and acting out the same outdated and unsatisfying patterns. Together, we’ll work to reduce your distress, strengthen your resilience, and uncover solutions to the challenges you’re facing.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready to explore a change. Whether you’re navigating a recent crisis, struggling with relationships, or confronting patterns that no longer serve you, therapy can be a powerful space to gain clarity, relief, and direction.
My goal is to help you build more freedom in your life; to make active decisions that you can stand behind, rather than just "ending up" in and acting out the same outdated and unsatisfying patterns. Together, we’ll work to reduce your distress, strengthen your resilience, and uncover solutions to the challenges you’re facing.
Welcome! I’m Fanny, a therapist dedicated to helping clients navigate complex issues with empathy and practical support. Whether you're managing ADHD, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grappling with existential questions, or transitioning into adulthood, I offer personalized guidance tailored to your needs. My practice is grounded in embracing individuality, whether through neurodivergence, LGBTQ+ identities, or simply being unique. I have extensive experience addressing anxiety and existential concerns, especially in the context of Gen-Z and Millennials facing the challenges of young adulthood.
Welcome! I’m Fanny, a therapist dedicated to helping clients navigate complex issues with empathy and practical support. Whether you're managing ADHD, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grappling with existential questions, or transitioning into adulthood, I offer personalized guidance tailored to your needs. My practice is grounded in embracing individuality, whether through neurodivergence, LGBTQ+ identities, or simply being unique. I have extensive experience addressing anxiety and existential concerns, especially in the context of Gen-Z and Millennials facing the challenges of young adulthood.
Through Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Play Therapy, I aim for a creative atmosphere that allows my patients to focus on learning mindfulness-based techniques and healthier coping skills.
Welcome! I am here to work with and support children, teens, and young adults who need a safe, nonjudgmental environment to deal with life's challenges. I aim for my patients to feel comfortable and eager to come to me to vent, problem-solve, or to celebrate in their accomplishments! I enjoy collaborating with my patient's family to help them reach their goals and facilitate a better understanding of the patients' needs and encourage ways to implement the skills they’ve learned into home, school, or in the community. I am licensed to provide services to patients residing in NY and NJ.
Through Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Play Therapy, I aim for a creative atmosphere that allows my patients to focus on learning mindfulness-based techniques and healthier coping skills.
Welcome! I am here to work with and support children, teens, and young adults who need a safe, nonjudgmental environment to deal with life's challenges. I aim for my patients to feel comfortable and eager to come to me to vent, problem-solve, or to celebrate in their accomplishments! I enjoy collaborating with my patient's family to help them reach their goals and facilitate a better understanding of the patients' needs and encourage ways to implement the skills they’ve learned into home, school, or in the community. I am licensed to provide services to patients residing in NY and NJ.
I utilize a variety of treatment approaches which include but are not limited to play therapy, cognitive behavior therapy and the Gottman method for working with couples.
Challenges are a part of daily life. Most times we are able to deal with them. However, there are times when we need someone to help us get through life's difficulties. Having someone to talk to can be a useful tool in navigating the challenges we face in life.
I utilize a variety of treatment approaches which include but are not limited to play therapy, cognitive behavior therapy and the Gottman method for working with couples.
Challenges are a part of daily life. Most times we are able to deal with them. However, there are times when we need someone to help us get through life's difficulties. Having someone to talk to can be a useful tool in navigating the challenges we face in life.
NYC-born and Columbia University–trained, I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for high-functioning adults, couples, and families. I treat anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship conflict, trauma, and substance use concerns with a practical, results-oriented approach. I help clients improve communication, reduce emotional reactivity, and develop healthier coping strategies. I also provide pre-marital counseling, substance abuse assessments and clinical supervision for new therapists and private practice professionals.
NYC-born and Columbia University–trained, I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for high-functioning adults, couples, and families. I treat anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship conflict, trauma, and substance use concerns with a practical, results-oriented approach. I help clients improve communication, reduce emotional reactivity, and develop healthier coping strategies. I also provide pre-marital counseling, substance abuse assessments and clinical supervision for new therapists and private practice professionals.
I have been working with children and their families for over 15 years in settings such as hospitals, schools, mental health clinics and client's homes. I have extensive experience treating children with anxiety and depression, behavioral and anger management issues, ADHD, and oppositional defiance disorder. I have supported families through various stages of the divorce process and loss of a family member. I believe that a child is successful in therapy when the whole family is supportive and involved and I therefore have strong communication with a child's parents. I follow a Cognitive Behavioral and strengths based approach.
I have been working with children and their families for over 15 years in settings such as hospitals, schools, mental health clinics and client's homes. I have extensive experience treating children with anxiety and depression, behavioral and anger management issues, ADHD, and oppositional defiance disorder. I have supported families through various stages of the divorce process and loss of a family member. I believe that a child is successful in therapy when the whole family is supportive and involved and I therefore have strong communication with a child's parents. I follow a Cognitive Behavioral and strengths based approach.
My name is Bobby Galvin. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and therapist. I specialize in working with college students and young professionals ranging in age from early twenties to forties. I treat clients who have anxiety, depression and ADHD, PTSD and transitional issues that cause identity crisis. My clients are dealing with work pressure, work life balance, not being professional fulfilled, imposter syndrome. My clients often struggle with their high standards, perfectionism, and wanting to please others. I also help clients cope with family trauma/conflict and the impact of aging parents.
My name is Bobby Galvin. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and therapist. I specialize in working with college students and young professionals ranging in age from early twenties to forties. I treat clients who have anxiety, depression and ADHD, PTSD and transitional issues that cause identity crisis. My clients are dealing with work pressure, work life balance, not being professional fulfilled, imposter syndrome. My clients often struggle with their high standards, perfectionism, and wanting to please others. I also help clients cope with family trauma/conflict and the impact of aging parents.
Kristen A. Nasta
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
New Paltz, NY 12561
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Do you frequently feel worried, overwhelmed, or stressed? Do you often feel sad, lonely, or angry? Do you wish you had more energy or joy in everyday life? Do you find difficulty in your relationships with others, struggle with low self-confidence, want to feel more empowered and set healthier boundaries? Would you benefit from learning more positive thinking, coping skills, meditation techniques, strategies to improve self-care and better manage life's stressors? Would you like to attract more of what you want in life, increase your mindfulness in the moment, enhance your intuition, and gain more balance every day?
Do you frequently feel worried, overwhelmed, or stressed? Do you often feel sad, lonely, or angry? Do you wish you had more energy or joy in everyday life? Do you find difficulty in your relationships with others, struggle with low self-confidence, want to feel more empowered and set healthier boundaries? Would you benefit from learning more positive thinking, coping skills, meditation techniques, strategies to improve self-care and better manage life's stressors? Would you like to attract more of what you want in life, increase your mindfulness in the moment, enhance your intuition, and gain more balance every day?
I draw from dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, strengths-based approaches, and play therapy to promote growth and development.
I have a background in school social work and enjoy fostering growth and resilience in young minds. I specialize in working with adolescents and emerging adults to support them through the particular challenges they face at this difficult time of their lives. I have particular interest in working with anxiety, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, and LGBTQ+ youth. Each session is highly individualized to the client, however my sessions are typically solution-focused and look to develop skills or insight into problems. Clients can expect to feel affirmed and leave with something new to consider or practice.
I draw from dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, strengths-based approaches, and play therapy to promote growth and development.
I have a background in school social work and enjoy fostering growth and resilience in young minds. I specialize in working with adolescents and emerging adults to support them through the particular challenges they face at this difficult time of their lives. I have particular interest in working with anxiety, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, and LGBTQ+ youth. Each session is highly individualized to the client, however my sessions are typically solution-focused and look to develop skills or insight into problems. Clients can expect to feel affirmed and leave with something new to consider or practice.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed trying to balance the demands of work while managing home life with kids? As a child and family therapist at Impact Psychological Services, I specialize in supporting clients across the lifespan. I help children find their voices and express big feelings, while also creating space for adults to explore how their childhood and past experiences may shape their present. Together, we work to process feelings of sadness, worry, and frustration. My therapeutic approach is rooted in attachment theory, with specialized training in Child Parent Psychotherapy and Circle of Security.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed trying to balance the demands of work while managing home life with kids? As a child and family therapist at Impact Psychological Services, I specialize in supporting clients across the lifespan. I help children find their voices and express big feelings, while also creating space for adults to explore how their childhood and past experiences may shape their present. Together, we work to process feelings of sadness, worry, and frustration. My therapeutic approach is rooted in attachment theory, with specialized training in Child Parent Psychotherapy and Circle of Security.
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.