EmblemHealth Therapists in Stony Brook, NY

Struggling in your relationship? Whether you're dealing with the aftermath of infidelity, facing communication, trust and intimacy issues, feeling like your partner doesn't understand you, or dealing with a divorce, we' re here! What sets us apart is our structured approach. We'll start with weekly sessions, then transition to biweekly, and eventually monthly meetings. Plus, after your "graduation", we'll have two check-ins per year to ensure those healthy habits stick. In between sessions, we'll assign tasks to work on your relationship, and you'll have access to us outside of appointments for advice and support.

Restore your strength and resilience. Maximize your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual ability. Affirm your inner greatness. Children, teens, adults, military veterans, their families, substance abusers, and the seriously and persistently mentally ill receive help. I am a certified Gottman Seven Principles of Marriage Program Educator, and a NYS Impaired Driver Assessment and Evaluation Provider. Receive the mature experience of a former preschool teacher, home school teacher, police detective, patrol supervisor, bereavement coordinator, college Psychology instructor, substance abuse counselor, and mental health therapist.

Hello! I understand the importance of finding someone you will feel comfortable with to discuss difficult times and intimate issues you have endured or are enduring. I will provide a comfortable and safe environment to support you through your journey of life. You will strengthen your inner character and learn new ways of managing change, distress, depression, anxiety, fear, negativity, and traumatic experiences. You will gain self-awareness and establish an array of positive and uplifting ways of thinking. In addition, work towards breaking old habits or ways of thinking that will no longer serve you as you move towards a new and brighter future.

My therapy perspective is as diverse as the community I serve. My work with individuals is geared toward strengthening their sense of self. I also facilitate peer support groups and small intimate therapeutic groups. My therapeutic model is a combination of Rogerian (person-centered therapy), and the Empowerment Approach (the connection between "social and economic justice" and "individual pain and suffering"). Family Systems Theory (connected to a living system); and Feminist Theory (gender and related concepts remain central to feminist social work theory). With this blend, the entire overarching concepts are framed.

I applaud the courage of individuals who recognize the need to seek help for any emotional or life stage crisis. One of the biggest hurdles in achieving an improved sense of self and well-being,then,may already be behind you! I especially welcome families, couples and individuals struggling with the human life cycle crises - the birth of a child, job or residences changes, divorce, college, elderly parents, health problems, grief and loss. Managing situational or ongoing anxiety and depression also sometimes accompany these life cycle shifts, often challenging the very best of us.

My practice includes the treatment of the full spectrum of psychiatric disorders, marital therapy and family therapy. If you are depressed, have moodswings, struggle with obsessive-compulsive behaviors or habits as well as other types of anxiety, help is available. In addition, couples having marital problems or those considering separation or divorce can discuss their concerns privately here. Business executives and managers are also welcome to come in to work out their professional concerns in confidence.

Our growth brings positive change! Today you are one step closer to a new you as you reach out for support and guidance with the realization that something isn't working effectively in your relationship with yourself and others. In a safe, caring and respectful environment I work with individuals, couples, and families toward creating more fulfilling lives. When we seek compassionate professional help at difficult times in our lives we are valuing ourselves and our relationships so that we can get what we need and deserve.

As Clinical Director of South Shore Psychological Care, I am here to help during your search for a qualified mental health professional. We have therapists with openings 7 days a week that offer a high level of care and can help you secure your appointment without waiting weeks. We understand how frustrating the mental health system can be when trying to find a therapist. We primarily practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with a focus on setting goals that are reachable and building trust. We look forward to hearing from you. Text or call me at (631) 786-8930 to book your initial appointment.

I believe that therapy is most effective when an individual recognizes the need for some kind of change in their lives. It is then the role of the therapist to join with them on their journey for personal growth. Whether the issues are due to personal relationships, mental illness, alcohol or chemical addictions, trauma, or of another nature, I will be able to assist you in setting goals, changing your thinking, and helping you to make your life better, one step at a time.

The suffering we experience is so personal we tend not to want to share it. How can we open up about something that shakes us so? How can we bring someone into our pain? Psychotherapy, as I practice, is a gentle and respectful way that you can begin to approach changing those things that burden you. I provide a safe, trusting relationship where you are able to learn to comfortably live life again.

Whether your struggles are ongoing or new, whether it involves you or your loved ones, I am here to offer a safe, professional and caring environment in which to strategize solutions and improve well-being. You are not alone in spousal conflict, parenting struggles or anxiety and depression. From time to time, our life cycles present many challenges. It's helpful to talk over these challenges with a qualified professional to sort things out, stop the arguing, and to live the lives we were meant to enjoy! Reach out for FaceTime or Zoom sessions today!

I am a strong believer in people's ability to make positive changes in their lives. Whether that be in regards to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, trauma issues, mood instability, substance abuse problems, grief/loss issues or any other problem. You can make changes and feel better, and I can help you with this process. It's time to have a good quality of life and stop suffering.

Are YOU ready to transform your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed by consuming thoughts, feelings, and repeating circumstances in your life? Are you feeling stuck, and not where you imagined you would be? Have you tried to make changes before, but for some reason, it just didn't work? If you answered YES to these questions, it's time for you to stop doing the same thing over and over and expecting the outcome to be different. It's time for you to start healing and move closer to the life you've always imagined you could have. It's time to make the change..now. YOU can do this, and I am here to support you.

The best and fastest way to get a hold of me is to send an email! I will provide a friendly and supportive environment where you will feel safe and free from judgment. My Specialty areas include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, grief counseling, ADHD, and individuals with mild autism spectrum disorder and gender dysphoria.

I guide children, adolescents, and adults to build healthier relationships with themselves and the world around them. I offer an evidence-based therapeutic approach, with a focus on identifying and transforming negative thought patterns and ineffective behaviors that contribute to low self-worth and mental health struggles. I believe in offering clients effective tools and techniques that will empower them to develop confidence, resilience, and internal resources to overcome challenges.

As a licensed psychotherapist for more than 25 years, I have had the privilege of supporting people of all ages, as well as couples and families as they navigated through the challenges they faced. I truly love what I do, and I am passionate about helping people get through difficult times, helping them to be happier and more fulfilled in their lives and relationships. In order to help more people, I formed a group practice of compassionate therapists, each with their own unique style and set of skills, and a passion for helping others.

I would love to help you create the changes you are seeking and in turn find your authentic self. I am client centered and my approach is individualized to meet your personal needs and goals. I feel that therapy is not a one size fits all approach and together we can find and work on the issues that you feel are holding you back from having the life you want to be living.

Life can bring uncertainty and pain that we need help to navigate and heal from. Are you feeling unhappy or lost? Having relationship difficulties? Worried about the future? Have you endured great losses or hardships that are leaving you feeling confused, isolated or unlovable? You do not have to shoulder this alone. Maybe you want to feel fulfilled or joyful. Maybe you want to cultivate meaningful relationships. Maybe you want to grow in ways you never thought possible. I am passionate about helping people put the pieces of themselves back together in a way that leaves them feeling inspired and open to life's possibilities.

Struggling in your relationship? Whether you're dealing with the aftermath of infidelity, facing communication, trust and intimacy issues, feeling like your partner doesn't understand you, or dealing with a divorce, we' re here! What sets us apart is our structured approach. We'll start with weekly sessions, then transition to biweekly, and eventually monthly meetings. Plus, after your "graduation", we'll have two check-ins per year to ensure those healthy habits stick. In between sessions, we'll assign tasks to work on your relationship, and you'll have access to us outside of appointments for advice and support.