Therapists in Schenectady County, NY

Hey, welcome. I know the process of trying to find the right therapist can feel overwhelming. When I’ve looked for therapists for myself or as referrals for others, what I generally want to know is who the therapist is, what kind of person they are. Will they get me? Will they judge me? Are they going to actually call me on my stuff, but, in a nice way? These questions make sense. Therapy is vulnerable, it can be raw and real in ways we generally aren’t, even in very close relationships. Change is often hard and sometimes really scary but if you’re ready, I will meet you there.

Are you ready for a brighter outlook on life? Are you tired of repeating cycles and adverse behaviors? Congratulations! You have just made the first step toward a new direction and I am here to help you navigate your way through it. I have over 20 years of experience in helping people redirect their lives in a positive direction.

We all reach points in our lives where we experience increased stress and vulnerability. Regardless of our age, circumstances, or experience, we can feel hopeless and disconnected from the world. This can lead to a number of issues including substance abuse, depression, anxiety, impulsivity and poor decision making, unsafe behaviors, and even suicidal thinking and behavior. We all deserve to feel good about ourselves, be connected to the people who care about us, have healthy relationships, and be pursuing meaningful life goals, and with the proper support we're all capable of doing so.

Hello! My work with individuals is built upon a foundation of patience, openness, and non-judgment. I enjoy helping others accept and see the value in themselves so they feel empowered to make the changes in their lives that will bring greater joy, peace, and positivity. All of us have strengths within, and resources around us, that can make our lives better. I help you tap into these strengths and resources based on your personal goals. I will hold space for you to honestly discuss what is going on for you now and in the past, while never losing sight of who you truly are and what you are capable of becoming in your future.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 50 years of life experience and over 20 years of medical experience. I have always had compassion for people and a desire to help others. I am personable, genuine, and laid-back. I am known to those around me as the enthusiastic but warm personality that makes it easy to talk about anything, which makes me a pretty good fit to be a therapist.

Visit my website (link on menu)! Accepting new clients! In my 15 years of clinical experience I’ve learned that much of the dysfunction, frustration, depression and uncomfortable moments in life are a result of trauma. Big ones, little ones… we are a product of our lived experiences. Some of those lived experiences left us with lasting consequences. Utilizing a comprehensive, but EMDR based approach, we can partner on a recovery journey which is evidence based proven to be effective in these circumstances. I also work with couples and take a diverse approach at treatment - including couples therapy and EMDR when appropriate.

If you are dealing with anxiety, poor body image, trust or intimacy issues, suicidal thoughts, mood swings, a complicated relationship with eating, and recent or past traumas, I want you to know that feeling grounded and connected is within reach. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families with these exact concerns for years. Your life's problems may seem impossible or difficult to overcome, and you may feel anxious about "explaining it all" to a therapist who is also a stranger. My goal is to lay those fears to rest.

There is a universal human need for our stories to be told, heard, and understood. Perhaps your story has painful memories that have caused anxiety, stress, and depression to enter your life. It is my goal as a therapist to provide you with a safe space to explore and process your past and present stories with the intention to access healing and positive change. There’s some good in this world, and it’s worth fighting for- J.R.R. Tolkien

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing therapy services for individuals ages 18 and up. I graduated from Sage Graduate School with my Counseling and Community Psychology degree and completed my internship at a college counseling center. I have had previous experience working in a PROS program where I aided my clients in meeting their rehabilitative goals, overcoming their barriers, and working with co-occurring substance use disorders. My most recent experienced working in an outpatient clinic has given me even further experience in working with different populations of individuals.

Have you ever found yourself consumed by unproductive, negative thoughts and emotions that interrupt you from living your life in the present? The discomfort you may be experiencing has the capacity to heal and I am here to connect with you on that journey. I assist clients with identifying goals that matter to them.

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.

Ellen Bressler LCSW and Martin Wakesberg LCSW, SAP Treating all age groups using a variety of modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused and trauma informed therapy. Most insurances accepted.

You’re depressed, stressed out, or worrying all the time. You have noticed that you’re having trouble doing things. You know the feelings you’re having are making it hard to keep relationships or make new ones. Maybe you’re struggling to ask for what you need or to set boundaries. You aren’t interested in things like you once were. You don’t like feeling this way, but you don’t know how to change it.

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.

Whether you are seeking help for yourself, your teen, or your family, you've come to the right place. If you are ready to make some changes and figure out the core of what is causing the distress, disruption, or unease, we can work together to figure out the best ways to help you (or your teen) move forward in a healthy way. So many times, we spin in circles trying to figure out which direction to go.  People get caught in their own heads, so it's hard to make sense of all of the thoughts/feelings. You no longer need to be trapped in that cycle alone. We can work together to pick out the pieces that will help you create balance.

Therapy is about YOU and your goals. Clients come to therapy seeking empathic support but also concrete skills to improve their lives. I provide non-judgmental and thoughtful support for teens and adults managing depression, anxiety, and trauma symptoms that disrupt their lives. Clients are able to find connection in therapy and apply strategies to find more joy throughout their daily relationships with themselves and others. I empower clients to harness their courage in facing past and present losses, traumas, and stressors so that they no longer feel trapped or controlled by their experiences.

Gehrig has experience working in research, focusing on existential anxiety and it's relationship with different facets, including identity distress, mindfulness meditation, religiosity, and risk taking. Gehrig also has research experience studying relationships and the impact on thoughts and emotions.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your responsibilities? Do you feel like you just don’t know where to begin to make changes? Is your stress taking its toll on you or your relationships with loved ones, or even your job? Have you experienced a significant life-event or experienced a significant loss? I’m here to help you feel balanced again! I will work with you within a safe and supportive environment to help you get back on track. Together, we will figure out which treatment approach is right for you.

My hope is to provide all the people I work with a safe space to talk and time to focus on themselves. I work with people who are trying to cope with day to day challenges. This includes managing stress related to school or work, navigating life transitions, and interpersonal conflict.