Divorce Therapists in Shirley, NY

*Open-minded, non-judgmental treatment is at the core of my practice*. As a solution- focused psychotherapist, my goal is to help you to uncover the obstacles that are preventing you from living a life of happiness and fulfillment. By applying complementary therapy approaches we will work together to address non-beneficial behavioral and thought patterns that are holding you back. Whether your concerns apply to personal issues, relationship concerns, family troubles, employment/school difficulties, or social woes we will collaborate to customize a treatment plan that will best help you reach your individual goals. Support animal assessments also offered*.

With a passion for communication, Ruth brings a unique perspective to counseling. She has dual certifications as a licensed clinical social worker and speech-language therapist. Blending both to help her clients use their voice to find more purpose, connection and joy in life! Ruth genuinely believes that good communication is the key to positive relationships and change. She has been privileged to witness healing through self-discovery and nurturance time and again.

You get up early for a quick shower or a hot cup of coffee before the kids wake up and the day gets insane. Or, you peel yourself out of your bed with foggy eyes and force yourself to get ready to start the day. That knot in your stomach just won't go away and you feel like you are running in circles. Things have happened in your life that affected you in ways you can't really understand. Strained relationships with family, a divorce or difficulty adjusting to your new role as a parent. Life doesn't have to be this way!

I work with children, adolescents, families, adults and seniors through individual, family, couples and marital counseling. I work with clients who have been abused, traumatized, neglected and are struggling and attempting to cope with issues of depression, anxiety, ADHD, separation anxiety, anger management, co-dependence, adolescence, preparing and moving to college, family stressors and dynamics, parenting, divorce , co-parenting, school issues, employment issues, job loss, retirement, grief, and alienation.

Taking the first step is often the hardest step to take when you finally decide you need a change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over thirty years, I have helped adults and adolescents make necessary changes in their lives. I am compassionate, patient and easy to talk to. I encourage you to call me so that we can set up your first appointment and take the first step towards finding solutions for the issues you are struggling with.

I have been a certified social worker for twenty seven years. I provide therapy to adolescents and adults in individual, couple therapy and family sessions. As a therapist I often address clients with Major Depression, family stress, anxiety issues or substance abuse addiction. I address these issues on phone sessions or therapy face to face sessions. It is imperative for a therapist to be aware of various symptoms and needs for people to make goals to address these concerns actively.