Adults Therapists in Shirley, NY

No matter the age or circumstance surrounding why you are seeking therapy, Lexi creates a safe, supportive, and nurturing place to grow, learn and process past and current struggles. Lexi truly feels blessed to work with unique individuals every day and enjoys watching her clients blossom in their healing journey through self-exploration, development of positive coping skills and processing trauma. She is experienced in working with children, teens, young adults and adults as they transition through different developmental stages.

With over 12 years of experience working with adolescents, adults and couples, Mike focuses on a person’s strengths with compassion, empathy, and above all hearing the person as an individual. His area of focus includes those struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD), relationship and family conflict, bereavement, personal growth, stress reduction and managing life transitions. Additionally, Mike has developed a special niche over the years in working with couples, young adults and middle aged adults navigating life transitions that take many forms and the LGBTQ+ community.

One of the hardest things for many individuals is to make the decision to seek therapy. As a Licensed Mental Heath Counselor/Therapist it is a privilege to be afforded the opportunity to be a part of someone's process as he or she starts to break free from some of the limitations imposed on them by their own past, or the pain of their early relationships and experiences, to find their way, uncover their goals, and start to reveal who they really are. it is honestly one of the most rewarding reasons I am committed to the process of change produced through therapy.

At New Hope Rising Therapy and Wellness Center, our compassionate, experienced licensed therapists offer an integrative and evidenced based approach to psychotherapy for adults , teens, children, couples and families. Through a therapeutic process, our therapists work together with you to help you discover how to nurture the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual aspects of your wellbeing. We view therapy as a collaborative experience where the therapist and client work as a team to decide together what the goals will be and what actions to take.

I have over 30 years experience working with individuals,couples and families. My specialties include working with adults who suffer from anxiety and depression as well as phobias. I strongly believe that understanding your unconscious is the beginning to emotional well-being and recovery.

"Helping Hearts, Helping Homes" reflects that your inner self and your happiness extends into all areas of your life. Positive approach and ability to mitigate daily adversities, attracts more positive events into our lives. Believing in yourself & staying focused, generates tremendous opportunities, success, peace, happiness and inner balance. Psychological well being promotes strong relationships, happy children, marriages and families. We can ALL attain these goals. It is a matter of a first step...a step towards self transformation. Empower yourself to live a life free of personal turmoils, foster positive space for your goals & get ready to begin your life!

In addition to helping individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, loss, and substance dependence I can assist with crisis intervention and other life changes. My desire to serve the community by helping others to realize their own strength and resiliency is unwavering. I truly believes that everyone can recover from any life stressor by tapping into their soul and becoming open to balance in all areas of life.

Stress comes in many shades, regardless of what we face, with no discrepancies of importance, changing how we feel begins with changing our perspective. I aim to guide you through these life challenges and rebuild the mindset that these negative encounters have influenced.

Are you longing for freedom? Do you imagine a life with more joy and meaning? Are you wanting to reconnect with parts of yourself that have fallen by the wayside? If the answer is yes then perhaps you have arrived in this moment to make a different choice than you have in the past. Beneath the layers of conditioning and fear, you know what is best for you. Together we will work to take that inward journey back to your own wisdom.

My ideal client will want to build rapport and see me as their guide, in helping them reach positive and obtainable goals. This plan will help the client achieve these goals and gain valuable skills and coping techniques that will assist them even when the treatment has been finalized.

I believe everyone is an expert of their individual life; however, it may help in some instances to have a sounding board. Oftentimes it can be hard to find a neutral person who will listen . This is where I would like to come in, I will be there to listen, assist and support you through finding the inner strength you need to make the changes you wish to see. Remember making the first step is always the hardest but I am here to make the rest just a little easier. Let this new direction be your redirection in the right step.

I am a certified Mental Health Counselor and therapist. I am experienced in working with clients of all ages who struggle with anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I support clients as they explore thoughts, feelings and behavior patterns in a safe and empathetic atmosphere.

Human connection encourages healing, change, overall wellness and gives individuals the opportunity to grow. I work to create a non/judge mental and safe space for my clients. I am not the expert on your life- you are! I am simply here to provide support and to help you sort through whatever sticky situations and feelings you may experience along the way. Strength comes from within and I have made it my mission to help my clients find that inner strength!

Welcome! My clinical experience is in providing individual, group and family therapy. I am consistently motivated by my work and seek to aid you through self-exploration and resilience. I recognize the importance of self-advocacy and meeting individuals where they are at in their process. As a therapist, I create a safe, trusting space- utilizing a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to ensure clients feel understood as they build clarity, confidence, motivation, and direction. I use a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and mindfulness techniques.

You may be experiencing feelings and behaviors you cannot always explain, control, or understand. I am an experienced, dedicated, and caring therapist devoted to helping the individual and family through challenges. My passion and experience is extensive in the areas of addictions, co-dependency, family issues, trauma, criminal justice-involved persons; adolescent and childhood challenges. My approach encompasses the promotion of increased self-awareness and knowledge. I believe each of us has the ability to feel joy and to accept life's twists and turns with grace and serenity.

My name is Christina McMahon, Executive Director of Victory Recovery Partners in Shirley, NY. I am a NYS licensed professional who is passionate about helping individuals who struggle with alcoholism and/or addiction.

Joan has worked in many areas of the behavioral health field giving her the unique ability to work and connect with individuals, couples, and families of all ages, backgrounds and life experiences. She has extensive experience working with those experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, family conflict mediation and resolution, grief/loss, couples, stress management, work/school-related pressures and the LGTBQ+ community. One of Joan’s specialties is working with adult children of alcoholics (ACOA) and individuals with substance use disorders and their families, recognizing the impact that addiction has on the entire family dynamic.

I believe that therapy is a journey towards growth and change, leading to a more fulfilling life. Over the past 25 years, I've had the honor of sharing this journey with individuals of all ages, families and groups in a variety of settings. I've developed an expertise in helping people suffering from anxiety, depression/mood disorders, trauma and PTSD, adjustment difficulties and life transitions, adolescents, grief (both traumatic and expected), family conflict and stress. My additional specialty and passion includes working with individuals and families impacted by drug and alcohol addiction.

Paul is a seasoned therapist with 35 years of experience in the behavioral health field with a specialization in grief and loss. Having worked in private practice for over 25 years, he is practical and compassionate as he guides you to navigate solutions and insights. Paul has extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, lack of direction, relational issues, illness and life transitions. Paul has dedicated his life to helping others improve their lives and considers it to be a privilege to be invited into his client’s inner lives and to accompany them on their journey through healing, change and self-empowerment.

Linda believes that people have an endless potential to learn and heal. She has extensive experience working with diverse populations of individuals facing a variety of physical, emotional, and social issues. She believes that trauma is frequently the root cause of the issues that bring clients to therapy and has been successful in utilizing trauma-informed care to address both the cause and effects of traumatic experiences. Linda's other areas of expertise include mood disorders, anxiety related disorders, substance use, coping skills, grief and domestic violence.