Chronic Pain Therapists in Tarrytown, NY
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Brittany Kugler
Psychologist, PhD, MSW
Verified
Verified
I have specialized training in cognitive-behavioral therapy for: Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disorder, Social Phobia, Specific Phobias,
Chronic Pain
, Chronic Medical
Illness
, Somatic symptoms, PANDAS/PANS, Lyme Disease, Postpartum anxiety and OCD , Insomnia/Sleep problems, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Excoriation/Skin Picking, trichotillomania and tics/Tourette's.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. I treat children, adolescents and adults using evidence-based practices. I have expertise in working with anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), specific phobias, social phobia, panic disorder, and separation anxiety disorder. Additionally, I am skilled in working with individuals coping with the many aspects of chronic medical
illness
, including illnesses that may have prominent psychiatric symptoms (e.g., PANDAS, PANS, Lyme Disease/coinfections).
ADHD Family Connection
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
With over 30 years of experience helping individuals and families to better cope with ADD/ADHD/spectrum disorders, chronic medical
illness
, emotional disorders, and other psychosocial functioning.
As a parent myself, I know what it's like to feel like you are fighting an uphill battle with your child or staying grounded within other crisis situations. Over the years, I have helped countless individuals and families find the solutions they need. Through the process of working together, clients uncover emotional blocks, discover patterns in their behavior, and remove the barriers that impact their lives. Many realize that they have a deep well of inner strength, just waiting to be tapped. Let me help you, gain insight into important areas of your life.
Angela Penichet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Do you feel "stuck" and unable to find meaning, connection, and joy in your work or relationships? Are you troubled by sadness, depression, anxiety, or loneliness? Are you dealing with a chronic
illness
or disability? Or do you simply want to make your life better or achieve new goals or visions?
Come experience the benefits of a warm, caring therapist with over 30 years of experience to help you navigate your most complex life challenges.
Not accepting new clients
Emily Rentas
MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
When we find ourselves feeling stuck, burnt-out or hopeless with our current circumstances, we have the unique opportunity to develop the resilience necessary to thrive and overcome obstacles. Often in our working and personal lives we make the mistake of thinking that the longer we tough it out, the tougher we are, and the harder we work, the more successful we will be. Consider psychotherapy that develops wellness solutions that strengthen your ability to be resilient when faced with adversity and challenges.
Amy Goldstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Amy is a highly trained clinical social worker who believes that every individual deserves compassion, patience and understanding. She is experienced working in both outpatient and inpatient settings and specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing a wide range of clinical, behavioral and emotional issues. Amy employs strategies that help her patients develop coping skills to regulate their emotions and stay mindful in order to achieve meaningful and happy lives.
Dr. Bob Sindoni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, PhD
Verified
Verified
Do you suffer from depression, relationship,or family anxieties? Do you need marriage counseling? I can help you. I am an experienced senior clinician with over 30 years of experience. My approach is: kind, sincere, nonjudgmental, accepting, creating a safe place, educational, supportive and caring. I create a soothing and comfortable environment where you can feel safe and secure. I will help you develop insight that will foster personal growth and acceptance. You will feel as if a great weight has been lifted from your shoulders, refreshed and reinvigorated. Your confidentiality is assured. Please call for a free telephone consultation.
Jeffrey S. Gonzalez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I provide a relaxed and non-judgmental environment in which to focus on understanding the issues you are having and to map out an effective path to change. My approach is based on specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and related evidence-based treatments for depression, anxiety and other psychological issues experienced by adults and adolescents. I also have expertise as a clinical health psychologist and have worked in outpatient and hospital settings with families, patients and healthcare teams to improve coping with and management of chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and HIV/AIDS.
Haley Kastner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Tarrytown, NY 10591
& Online
Jason Duncan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children and adults in Westchester County and Manhattan (Midtown East). I have extensive experience utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness, and have been trained by top therapy institutes in the field. I strive to regular advance my knowledge and to provide leading scientifically researched treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, worry, depression, phobias, panic, OCD, trauma, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiant behavior, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
Tarrytown, NY 10591
& Online
Christine Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Tarrytown, NY 10591
& Online
Eve-Marie Schaffer Elkin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCAT
Verified
Verified
Are you unhappy? Do you feel your life is not moving in the direction you would like? Would you like to tap into your creative potential? You have been born with a purpose and your soul wants to fulfill this purpose. When you are thrown off track, when you forget who you are - whether from outer conditioning or choices you have made, I guide you lovingly in the direction you are meant to travel. I see your uniqueness and your potential. My approach is to see the whole of you: body mind and spirit.
Elizabeth Scafidi, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I view therapy as a collaboration between patient and therapist. We are a team with a common objective. When you come in, we will first complete a thorough intake, and then put together a treatment plan that meets your individual needs. During therapy you will learn skills and techniques which you will practice in between sessions, and implement in your everyday life. I believe that if people understand what we are doing, why we are doing it, and how it is going to help them, then they are more likely to engage in treatment, and benefit more from therapy. When you are ready to end therapy, you will take these skills with you.
Lisa Bander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Hello and welcome! I am a compassionate, interactive therapist who uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based treatment, to help individuals resolve a variety of life issues. My specialties include anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma, work-related issues, parenting issues, bereavement/loss, self-esteem, procrastination and more. You can expect to learn practical and efficient tools and strategies that lead to meaningful change, in order to live a happier, more productive life.
Coren Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Choosing the right therapist can make all the difference. You may be someone who understands that a behavioral issue is getting in the way of successful relationships at work or at home, but can't figure out how to change it. You may be someone who is going through a life transition such as the birth of a new baby, career change, retirement, or loss of a partner. You may feel anxious, down, or have a general inability to feel happy. Together we can enhance your appreciation of yourself and those around you.
Debra Kuppersmith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS
Verified
Verified
Finding the right therapist, where you feel a sense of connection, is the first step in a successful treatment. Whether you are unsettled, experiencing a life transition, or briefly needing a professional to speak with, together, we will look at what is difficult and what you would like to change. This is a unique opportunity to see what has stood in the way of your personal satisfaction. Our work is confidential and I am non-judgmental. Most people who start psychotherapy find it very useful and gain valuable insights which help them fulfill their potential and enrich their lives.
Susie Melnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CRS
Verified
Verified
I am a body-centered psychotherapist, passionate about helping you reconnect with your inner wisdom and joy. In my role as a loving and supportive guide, I will help you listen deeply to the parts of yourself keeping you from your true path. And since no two healing paths are alike, I have several areas of expertise, including Rubenfeld Synergy Method, an elegant modality combining touch and talk; EMDR, an effective way to heal trauma; Internal Family Systems therapy, a powerful system designed to help resolve inner conflicts; Jungian dream work; Mindfulness meditation; and Food and Body Image groups.
Monica Marangon
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
My goal In psychotherapy is establishing a genuine relationship with my clients in order to foster emotional growth and change. We participate in an empathetic collaboration to address behavioral issues with sensitivity to strengths and limitations. As my clients gain insights into their lives, I encourage them to consider taking actions to affect change. They thereby gain self confidence and a sense of well-being that empower them to reach their goals. In our exchanges we discuss the emotional, cultural, and social conditions that the client faces in order to promote greater self-awareness.
Jane R Silverman
MS
As a Life Coach in positive psychology, I work with clients who want to make positive changes in their lives. These include navigating transitions, overcoming fear of change, improving the quality of relationships, experiencing deeper meaning in life. Creating a balance that works for your particular needs. Positive Psychology is a research based, cutting edge branch of psychology, offering tools and techniques which allow you to live your best life. If you are feeling ok, but know you could feel better, if you are happy in a few areas in your life but would like to improve other areas, I can help. I offer a free initial consult.
Yash Shankar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
With the overwhelming demands of life and work, we can often lose sense of who we are and feel as though we are going through the motions. Losing our sense of self, an important relationship, or even a loved one, can leave us feeling disconnected and alone. There is so much that demands our attention, it’s unclear where to start. If you are looking to heal and recover, hoping to reconnect with your inner joy, and searching for moments of peace, I might be able to help.
Linda Plastrik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Have you been trying to accomplish something for a long time ...and it's not happening? You want to be at a different place in your life than you are. Even though you think about it over and over again; with feelings of frustration, anger or depression, it's hard to get motivated. We all feel stuck at times in our life. It can be an important time for you to think about things in a new way. It's a wonderful time to consider being in therapy. You can gain new understanding which will bring about change.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.