Therapists in Arden Heights, Staten Island, NY

Today you are one step closer to a path towards growth and well-being. As a cognitive behavioral therapist (CBT), we will explore your thoughts and emotions to help you discover your true potential. In therapy, we will create better ways to understand and resolve challenges in your life. We will identify long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling life. I look forward to providing you support and guidance to achieve your goals. I can be reached by telephone or email for individual, couples or family therapy.

Covid-19/Corona Virus has changed our lives . Many of us wonder when the "social distancing" and mask-wearing days will be over. Many of you may be traumatized by your experiences as a professional in the health-care industry; many of you may have suffered (financial loss(es) due to this pandemic and many of you may have already gotten through the illness of having caught the virus. Please know that support and encouragement is available via teletherapy until we can meet in person. Learning how to cope is the first step towards feeling better.

Dear Reader, my journey to practicing psychotherapy started over 20 years ago. I have over 15 years of experience practicing psychotherapy to individuals ages 3-100 (yes, my oldest client was 100 years old, imagine this person's experience and wisdom!). The sum of my experience has shaped me and provided me with an insight into human suffering. It has taught me great patience, compassion, empathy and understanding of our unique situations. I am looking forward to helping you overcome your difficulties in life and spreading your wings of emotional and inner freedom!

My goal is to create a safe and comfortable space for you and your family to be able to express and explore your feelings. By gaining a better understanding of your emotional responses to stress, you can build coping skills in order to manage difficult life situations. I want to to help facilitate the changes that you are looking to make in your life. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families who are addressing a range of problems and life events, including anxiety, depression, divorce, trauma, school anxiety and adjustment issues.

Teresa has worked for years helping Adult Childrenand their family that are or have lived with someones's alcohol and drug abuse & feels like the addiction has made their lives unmanagable.It is important to talk honestly with family members about what is happening in the family and to help them express their concerns and feelings.Families with alcohol and drug problems usually have high levels of stress and confusion.These family memebers need to have their experiences validated and learn that they did not cause it they cannot control the addiction, and they cannot cure the addiction.

Life can be overwhelming. Whether you're looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation, or seeking to increase your self awareness in order to make conscious changes in your life, I can help guide you in a non-judgmental setting to explore your experiences, feelings, and goals. My practice draws on a range of therapeutic approaches with a focus on helping clients develop increased understanding, effective coping skills, and positive self esteem. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process. Let's work together to bolster your strengths and facilitate the change and growth you are seeking.

Greetings! I have been in practice with Staten Island patients for over 40 years and have expanded my practice into Middlesex Co., NJ. I am only doing tele-therapy sessions. The problem areas that I have worked most with are marital, anxiety based and depression cases. I work with individuals and couples. I have catered to a middle class, mostly civil service clientele. I work closely with Police, Fire Fighters, Teachers, etc. It is my priority and responsibility to see that you are comfortable in the therapy session. That is my job! I utilize most insurances.

As the saying goes, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. However, some may need guidance in changing their lemonade recipe. The process of change can be very difficult, yet it is not impossible! Therapy can be that first step towards learning new coping skills to deal with the lemons life throws your way. I am an experienced, Licensed Mental Health Counselor skilled in working with clients of all ages in individual or family settings.

Over the past 30+ years, I have treated the varied emotional problems of several diverse generations. Those clients who worked hard and gave significant time to the treatment were all, for the most part,able to put their relationships in order and further enhance them as well as becoming rather successful in their work. My mentor, an analysand of Erich Fromm, told me long ago that "each person has his/her own poetry." My job was to let it unfold. It all sounded very lofty but time revealed that this was the way.

I AM CURRENTLY FULL & UNABLE TO TAKE ON NEW PATIENTS. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience practicing in Manhattan, and more recently in SI. I am interested in helping people manage everyday life stress (particularly in relationships and career), life changes and crisis in a relaxed, supportive environment. I utilize an interactive eclectic approach to psychotherapy tailored to the individual needs of the client. While taking into account the client's upbringing, history, and culture, the therapy is usually very present-oriented and focused on the current concerns and stressors the client is facing.

Congratulations in taking the first step towards desiring a healthier, happier and more satisfying life. If you or a member of your family is experiencing unsatisfying relationships, difficulty in school or work, anxiety, sadness, etc then I welcome the opportunity to help. In my 10+ years of practice I find that I am a believer in early prevention. I believe the stereotypical image of therapy is outdated and instead I believe it helps promote positive change and growth and helps facilitate people in having more satisfying relationships and lives.

"No one can go back and start a new beginning, but one can start today and make a new ending." Let me help you navigate through life's obstacles. Together we will break down issues into smaller, more manageable pieces, allowing you to feel increased confidence and fulfillment.

* Accepting New Clients * The journey toward healing is never straightforward; my goal is to help you navigate through the unexpected twists and turns. Are you having difficulty getting started on making changes or creating the life you've always wanted? Do you feel like your past is controlling your future? If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions you might be looking to gain some coping skills to help ease the stress in your life. Unlearning behaviors, changing patterns and becoming self-aware can be a scary path, but never an impossible one.

Dr. Ramos-Acosta will work with you to understand the difficulties you are facing and to find the path to follow so you can function better and increase your well-being and healing. She is licensed in the state of N.Y. with more than 20 years of graduate experience specializing in adult populations and had served in the Military working with all branches to assist in finding calm, internal peace, and a balanced life. She volunteers with the Warrior Connection and the Critical Incident Response Team at SBPC. She has been working at South Beach Psychiatric Center for over 20 years in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Do you feel stuck? Are you looking for new ways to approach challenges in your relationships? Have you felt weighed down by shame or grief? Maybe you have a desire to move beyond certain family dynamics or lessons you learned from your family of origin that are no longer helpful. These concerns are often steeped in one's specific culture, which can be both a source of strength and an added strain. Sometimes we know exactly what's wrong, and we just need someone to listen. I welcome the client who wants a deeper connection to themselves and the people they love.

UPDATE: Now accepting new clients! Please message me to set up a free phone consultation...Imagine having the tools and support to finally overcome your lingering fears and self-doubt...Having the power to improve the relationships with yourself and others...Waking up looking forward to what the day has to offer! Imagine feeling rejuvenated mentally, emotionally and spiritually—ready to take life on, no matter the challenge ahead! The answer to a sense of peace and improved relationships lies in YOU! Therapy offers a powerful and sacred space to examine, heal and ultimately change your life.

Limited Space available, now accepting clients in NY & NJ. My goal is to make sure that my clients always feel supported and see real, tangible progress. In my work with my clients, I blend traditional talk therapy with CBT, mindfulness, and somatic interventions in order to create a fully holistic and supportive therapeutic experience. The collaborative approach I take enables my clients to feel both supported and empowered through the therapeutic process. I actively guide them through building on their own strengths as well as learning new skills in order to work through barriers and challenges they are facing.

Focus on improving overall quality of life and helping clients remove or overcome obstacles that prevent them from maximizing potential and joy. Assisting clients age 3-103; individually or with their families and/or partners. Strong focus on Relationships, Anxiety Disorders, ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Disorders, Depression, Grief and S/T Solution Focused therapy. In addition, we assist businesses in creating a climate of trust and collaboration to maximize staff engagement and productivity. I am an LCSW who also has a MS in Income Taxation, allowing for a holistic approach when working with clients where financial stress is a concern.

Are you feeling unsure about your inherent power? Struggling with symptoms of depression such as lack of motivation, desire, focus, emptiness, or sadness? How about symptoms of anxiety? Feeling stuck or like you're not living your life to its full potential? Are you overly critical of yourself or thinking negatively most of the time? Despite your struggles you made it to this moment and you're contemplating starting or continuing therapy. Now, imagine what you could accomplish if you had a space where you could process your thoughts and feelings, feel validated, and supported in your journey toward self-realization.