Therapists in Schenectady, NY

Are you tired of feeling like your emotions are running your life? Do you long to connect to your inner wisdom? Do you want to feel confident in speaking your truth? Imagine . . . feeling calm and grounded when confronting difficult situations. Have a clear sense of what obstacles you are facing and how to address them. Use your inner wisdom to guide your decisions. Build on your strengths. Learn new ways to manage your emotions. Feel truly seen and heard in a non-judgmental space.

From adolescence to adulthood, we are constantly going through developmental milestones that can be quite difficult. If it seems like during these important transitions in life you require assisting navigating your way through, I am here to help guide you. Life is a journey of ups and downs, trials and tribulations; having an experienced therapist can help shape your perspective to a more positive direction.

Melissa received her masters of Social Work from Fordham University in January 2021. She has three years of experience providing counseling for clients struggling with substance abuse disorders, eating disorders, anxiety, depression and PTSD. She gained her experience by providing services in an outpatient mental health and Telehealth setting. Melissa also utilizes CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, strength based, solution focused brief and psychodynamic/psychoanalysis approaches.

Anxiety, depression and stress related to the impact of our everyday experiences can interfere with the ability to experience joy, even when engaging in things that might have previously offered us opportunities to feel happiness and comfort. This often stems from the narratives, thoughts, values, and beliefs that we've created based on our lived experiences and interactions with others as well as the adversity felt as we work to navigate through family, cultural, and societal pressures. Together we will work to rewrite our narratives and ground ourselves as we embrace an appreciation of our authentic selves.

Dr. Woods specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, couples, families, and individual adults. She works with patients with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and eating disorders. Treatments include Parental Guidance, Anger Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Play Therapy. Dr. Woods provides a comfortable,cozy office atmosphere where confidentiality and privacy are the absolute norm. She works with a variety of insurance plans and insures that patients/clients are comfortable with their payment plans. Dr. Woods provides a flexible scheduling of appointments, including evening hours. Dr. Woods provides assistance for families requiring help in their child's school programming,

**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** My experience of working with clients of varying ages provides a unique perspective on stages of development and how life experiences can manifest across a life span. My training coupled with my desire to continually acquire knowledge provides me with a solid foundation to begin working with clients and adapt as the clients’ needs change. I am here to not meet you where you’re at, but meet you where you dream and to work with you to develop and utilize the tools necessary to discover those dreams.

Change is hard, whether you are trying to stop anxious thoughts, be a better parent, let go of eating disorder behavior, or save your marriage. If you wish to bring change into your life, and have been unable to do it on your own, I can help. I am an expert in the science of change and hold a certificate in the field of Positive Psychology. I am a strength based therapist. Collaboratively and creatively we can discover the tools to enable you to move from a painful state to comfort and resilience, where you can flourish and become the best version of yourself.

Life comes with many challenges and obstacles that may seem impossible to overcome. We all have an innate need to succeed and prove ourselves as worthy and deserving of good. There may be times when we feel overwhelmed, self-conscious, or inadequate and we don't want to be a burden to others, so we don't ask for help. It's at these times when we need that support most. The truth is, we all face these challenges and with some self-reflection, mental energy, and focus, we can overcome those barriers and develop skills to help ourselves that become second nature.

Are you tired of just surviving? Life can be difficult, relationships can be challenging and direction can be hard to find. But you don't have to walk the path alone! In my work I seek to help clients heal life's hurts from childhood, family of origin, trauma, grief and loss of all types, as well as manage current stress, anxiety or depression. I also encourage and support personal growth and discovery using dreams, spiritual resources, Myers-Briggs and the Enneagram as tools to increase self acceptance and understanding of how you interact in this world.

I have a lifetime of experience. I have faced many situations that may be troubling you today. My background has included, years of providing insight and healing for persons suffering from anxiety, guilt and fear.. My compassionate heart is truly concerned with offering the best of my long experience to those in need of awakening their inner strengths. I believe I have the tools and heartfelt concern, coupled with the extensive experience needed to accomplish this goal. My EMDR training has provided relief from pain in countless individuals along with addressing Trauma.

Everyone is the author of their own stories, and I am simply a guide. We are all human and capable of change. This will be a safe space for you to share and explore. Upon identifying problems that are causing distress in your life, together WE will develop a plan to alleviate negative symptoms and develop healthy coping mechanisms. I will provide psychoeducation in order for you to gain insight and an understanding of your mental health. You will learn to reframe dysfunctional thought patterns in order to change unwanted behavior(s). You will walk away with a deeper sense of self and skills to live your best life possible.

One thing this pandemic did if nothing else is it made us turn inward. What happens when we turn inward, sometimes we may not like what we see or we may want to change things. As a black female therapist, I enjoy helping clients process inner child wounds whether that be related to trauma, racism, or other layers of societal expectations. Clients and I strive to create collaborative goals toward healing and acceptance of self. We can be both in a place in of acceptance and transition towards our healthiest self.

We all face challenges in our every day lives. You have taken the first step in working through situations that have tested your abilities. The ultimate decision to seek therapy, is one of the greatest decisions you will make, it's also one of the most selfless activities you can encounter. I understand the importance of setting reasonable expectations and can provide you with a non-judgmental and safe therapeutic environment that allows for you to be creative in your thinking and to validate your life experiences.

Are you hoping to heal from a trauma and/or achieve interpersonal success? I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor who specializes in working with clients who have experienced trauma. However, I also have worked with clients on life changes, family and marriage counseling, teen and/or parenting issues, and mood disorders (including anxiety and depression). Respect and compassion are essential components of my therapeutic approach. I will help you move from your difficult past and/or present and help you create a healthy and happy future.

Kenya graduated in 2012 with her masters degree in social work. She has over eight years of experience providing services for medically fragile children, adolescents and adults at residential treatment facilities, adult inpatient hospitals and children's hospitals. Kenya treats individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger management, prenatal/pregnancy/postpartum, self-esteem and more. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic and play therapy in order to help her clients achieve tranquility in their lives. Kenya's goal is to be clear, open and present with all of her clients.

I work primarily online although I do have some limited availability to see clients in our office in Schenectady, NY/ Hi! I'm Aine (pronouns: she/her and they/them). I work from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and recovery-oriented framework. I believe that you are the expert on your own experience- I am here to hold up the mirror and help you see yourself more clearly.

John received his master's degree from Fordham University and started providing counseling in 2019. He has worked with adults and adolescents experiencing Substance/Alcohol Use Disorder, as well as individuals experiencing stressors related to trauma, anxiety, depression, and other forms of mental distress. John has also worked with individuals experiencing intellectual and developmental disabilities.

I am an internationally recognized expert in transgender care with 25 years experience working with transsexual, transgender and gender variant people of all ages, especially young gender variant children, and their families. When someone is contemplating a gender transition it is my approach to work with the whole family as everyone transitions in a gender transition. I have a solid record of success in workplace transitions for clients My expertise lends itself to working with transgender clients from many varied racial, cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds. I also work with lesbian, gay, bisexual clients across the full spectrum of issues.

I enjoy helping people find ways to make positive changes. My clients initially come to their first session with depression, anxiety, and frustration. They are trying to juggle family issues, along with financial and personal issues. Most people need effective skills to help them manage life with less frustration and stress, along with methods to improve their decision-making, thus improving the quality of their life.