Military OneSource Therapists in Valley Stream, NY
Many people come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, unheard, or unsure how to make sense of what they’re feeling. You may know something is off, but struggle to name it — or feel disconnected from yourself after years of holding things together, putting others first, or learning to stay quiet or perform just to get by. My approach to therapy is warm, grounded, and collaborative. I believe healing begins when people feel genuinely seen, acknowledged, and supported — not rushed, minimized, or treated like a problem to fix.
Many people come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, unheard, or unsure how to make sense of what they’re feeling. You may know something is off, but struggle to name it — or feel disconnected from yourself after years of holding things together, putting others first, or learning to stay quiet or perform just to get by. My approach to therapy is warm, grounded, and collaborative. I believe healing begins when people feel genuinely seen, acknowledged, and supported — not rushed, minimized, or treated like a problem to fix.
Finding a sense of tranquility in today’s world can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. My goal is to help you recognize your strengths and believe in your ability to reach what you set your mind to. Once you feel grounded and aligned, the next step is learning how to maintain that growth.
One of my favorite reminders is: “Every little step is still a step toward your goal.”
Let’s take that first step together!
Finding a sense of tranquility in today’s world can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. My goal is to help you recognize your strengths and believe in your ability to reach what you set your mind to. Once you feel grounded and aligned, the next step is learning how to maintain that growth.
One of my favorite reminders is: “Every little step is still a step toward your goal.”
Let’s take that first step together!
Sometimes we become overwhelmed with life's many challenges and can't seem to get things right. Stress can overtake our lives and leave us feeling bog down, thus feeling stagnant or repeating the same negative patterns. Together I can help you achieve a personal sense of well being through counseling. My therapeutic approach is an interactive goal oriented approach using cognitive behavior therapy. Our thoughts, emotions and behaviors essentially create our lives! They can create within us tremendous sadness or overwhelming joy.
Sometimes we become overwhelmed with life's many challenges and can't seem to get things right. Stress can overtake our lives and leave us feeling bog down, thus feeling stagnant or repeating the same negative patterns. Together I can help you achieve a personal sense of well being through counseling. My therapeutic approach is an interactive goal oriented approach using cognitive behavior therapy. Our thoughts, emotions and behaviors essentially create our lives! They can create within us tremendous sadness or overwhelming joy.
Many people silently carry the weight of self-doubt, relationship challenges, school or performance stress, or even habits that feel hard to break. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. You want clarity, healing, and healthier relationships but aren’t sure where to start. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back and help you find balance, confidence, and growth.
Many people silently carry the weight of self-doubt, relationship challenges, school or performance stress, or even habits that feel hard to break. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. You want clarity, healing, and healthier relationships but aren’t sure where to start. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back and help you find balance, confidence, and growth.
I'm committed to helping you build stronger relationships, regulate your emotions, and navigate life's challenges with confidence. If you’re finding it difficult to maintain healthy connections or manage stress, anxiety, or depression, we can work together to identify the root causes and develop personalized strategies for growth and healing. Everyone deserves a safe, supportive space to explore their feelings and improve their relationships.
I'm committed to helping you build stronger relationships, regulate your emotions, and navigate life's challenges with confidence. If you’re finding it difficult to maintain healthy connections or manage stress, anxiety, or depression, we can work together to identify the root causes and develop personalized strategies for growth and healing. Everyone deserves a safe, supportive space to explore their feelings and improve their relationships.
Ashley Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes it can be hard to accept help. In a world where we are taught to meet every challenge with a brave face and a stiff upper lip, “help” can seem like a dirty word. But it is only when we acknowledge our need for help that we can truly begin to progress and flourish. It is this understanding that guides my practice as a therapist. It is this appreciation of the benefits of help that led me to this field. Open and honest communication is the hallmark of any relationship, and the therapeutic one is no exception. I believe a collaborative, respectful relationship with clients will always yield the best results.
Sometimes it can be hard to accept help. In a world where we are taught to meet every challenge with a brave face and a stiff upper lip, “help” can seem like a dirty word. But it is only when we acknowledge our need for help that we can truly begin to progress and flourish. It is this understanding that guides my practice as a therapist. It is this appreciation of the benefits of help that led me to this field. Open and honest communication is the hallmark of any relationship, and the therapeutic one is no exception. I believe a collaborative, respectful relationship with clients will always yield the best results.
Many people move through life feeling unheard, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to set boundaries with the people around them. It’s easy to lose yourself when you’re constantly taking care of everyone else or trying to keep the peace. Therapy can be a place where you finally get to slow down, breathe, and feel seen without pressure.
My approach is gentle, calm, and grounded. I take time to understand who you are, the relationships and environments around you, and what you need to feel safe. Together, we move at a pace that feels comfortable — never rushed, never forced.
Many people move through life feeling unheard, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to set boundaries with the people around them. It’s easy to lose yourself when you’re constantly taking care of everyone else or trying to keep the peace. Therapy can be a place where you finally get to slow down, breathe, and feel seen without pressure.
My approach is gentle, calm, and grounded. I take time to understand who you are, the relationships and environments around you, and what you need to feel safe. Together, we move at a pace that feels comfortable — never rushed, never forced.
I work with individuals, dealing with trauma, depression and anxiety. Many of my clients come to me when they feel they have tried to work things out independently but continue to feel like things have not resolved. My clients want to heal, but find they need assistance in improving their skills and using boundaries effectively. I am particularly passionate about serving clients from various multicultural backgrounds and look to be available for all persons seeking help.
I work with individuals, dealing with trauma, depression and anxiety. Many of my clients come to me when they feel they have tried to work things out independently but continue to feel like things have not resolved. My clients want to heal, but find they need assistance in improving their skills and using boundaries effectively. I am particularly passionate about serving clients from various multicultural backgrounds and look to be available for all persons seeking help.
“Healing is an art. It takes time, it takes practice, it takes love.” – Maza Dohta
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm behaviors, or major life transitions make it difficult to regain your balance. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain, or weighed down by painful experiences, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Healing is possible, and together we can move toward greater clarity, resilience, and self-acceptance.
“Healing is an art. It takes time, it takes practice, it takes love.” – Maza Dohta
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm behaviors, or major life transitions make it difficult to regain your balance. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain, or weighed down by painful experiences, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Healing is possible, and together we can move toward greater clarity, resilience, and self-acceptance.
I have learned that people may forget what you said but people will never forget how you make them feel. - Maya Angelou. That's my motto. My goal is to make people feel comfortable and safe in my presence. Life can bring about unpredictable and chaotic challenges and situations which can disrupt your mental, physical, spiritual and emotional well being. Life can be challenging. It will knock you off balance. We can get back on balance together as I utilize a client-centered approach which will enable you to uncover your strengths as well as empower, strengthen and gain confidence to overcome life's challenges.
I have learned that people may forget what you said but people will never forget how you make them feel. - Maya Angelou. That's my motto. My goal is to make people feel comfortable and safe in my presence. Life can bring about unpredictable and chaotic challenges and situations which can disrupt your mental, physical, spiritual and emotional well being. Life can be challenging. It will knock you off balance. We can get back on balance together as I utilize a client-centered approach which will enable you to uncover your strengths as well as empower, strengthen and gain confidence to overcome life's challenges.
Have you found yourself riding emotional waves or constantly teetering between highs and lows? You’re not alone and you’re not too much. Life doesn’t come with instructions, and when you feel things deeply, it can become overwhelming. Sometimes, what’s needed most is a safe, supportive space to slow down and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface.
“Emotions are not problems to be solved. They are signals to be understood.” – Vironika Tugaleva.
Have you found yourself riding emotional waves or constantly teetering between highs and lows? You’re not alone and you’re not too much. Life doesn’t come with instructions, and when you feel things deeply, it can become overwhelming. Sometimes, what’s needed most is a safe, supportive space to slow down and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface.
“Emotions are not problems to be solved. They are signals to be understood.” – Vironika Tugaleva.
Who do you see when you look in the mirror? And when your thoughts seem to take on a life of their own, who do you turn to for support? If you’re seeking guidance through life’s challenges, I’m here to help. I’m Rodney Highsmith, a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Counselor with a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling.
Who do you see when you look in the mirror? And when your thoughts seem to take on a life of their own, who do you turn to for support? If you’re seeking guidance through life’s challenges, I’m here to help. I’m Rodney Highsmith, a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Counselor with a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling.
Being different is not something to fix—it is something to understand and embrace. I believe that each person’s path is unique, and that therapy can help you navigate life’s challenges while staying grounded in your authentic self. My work is rooted in creating a safe, supportive space where growth feels possible and aligned with who you are. Together, we will work through obstacles, strengthen self-acceptance, and move toward intentional growth.
Being different is not something to fix—it is something to understand and embrace. I believe that each person’s path is unique, and that therapy can help you navigate life’s challenges while staying grounded in your authentic self. My work is rooted in creating a safe, supportive space where growth feels possible and aligned with who you are. Together, we will work through obstacles, strengthen self-acceptance, and move toward intentional growth.
Many people find themselves changing to fit those around them. Through growth and self-discovery, it’s possible to embrace your uniqueness and live authentically, bringing a new sense of confidence and clarity to their lives. Everyone’s path is different, and despite life’s challenges, I believe we all have the ability to take control and move toward the life we want. My goal is to offer a safe, supportive space where we can explore these challenges and work together toward self-acceptance and resilience.
Many people find themselves changing to fit those around them. Through growth and self-discovery, it’s possible to embrace your uniqueness and live authentically, bringing a new sense of confidence and clarity to their lives. Everyone’s path is different, and despite life’s challenges, I believe we all have the ability to take control and move toward the life we want. My goal is to offer a safe, supportive space where we can explore these challenges and work together toward self-acceptance and resilience.
Do you often find yourself revisiting the same anxious thoughts or stuck in patterns that feel exhausting or hard to break? Maybe intrusive thoughts, persistent worry, low mood, or relationship dynamics keep pulling you back into cycles of self-doubt or shame. I work with individuals navigating OCD, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges, offering therapy as a space to slow down, feel understood, and begin making sense of what’s been weighing on you.
Do you often find yourself revisiting the same anxious thoughts or stuck in patterns that feel exhausting or hard to break? Maybe intrusive thoughts, persistent worry, low mood, or relationship dynamics keep pulling you back into cycles of self-doubt or shame. I work with individuals navigating OCD, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges, offering therapy as a space to slow down, feel understood, and begin making sense of what’s been weighing on you.
How are you feeling today? Are you caught up with everyday life? Are you at your limits, where you cannot see the light at the end of the tunnel? Sometimes, life can be overwhelming and challenging for us. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grieving a loved one, or a life transition. I am here to provide a safe, warm and friendly space for you to tell your story. We will collaborate on healing, reaching your best self, and transforming old patterns that no longer serve you.
How are you feeling today? Are you caught up with everyday life? Are you at your limits, where you cannot see the light at the end of the tunnel? Sometimes, life can be overwhelming and challenging for us. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grieving a loved one, or a life transition. I am here to provide a safe, warm and friendly space for you to tell your story. We will collaborate on healing, reaching your best self, and transforming old patterns that no longer serve you.
I hope that my profile resonates with you. I look forward to meeting with you. I am empathetic and strive to help people navigate their greatest challenges. My approach is warm and friendly. I value being a good listener during our sessions. My goal as a therapist is to help you gain perspective, create a space to process, and make decisions for yourself. Life transitions and navigating world events can change us. You’re not alone. Email or call to set up an appointment to discuss your needs.
I hope that my profile resonates with you. I look forward to meeting with you. I am empathetic and strive to help people navigate their greatest challenges. My approach is warm and friendly. I value being a good listener during our sessions. My goal as a therapist is to help you gain perspective, create a space to process, and make decisions for yourself. Life transitions and navigating world events can change us. You’re not alone. Email or call to set up an appointment to discuss your needs.
In today’s complex world, there is a plethora of challenges that one may face. But the battle we have within ourselves is an exhausting fight that we often feel we need to win on our own. I believe that we need someone to help guide us in those moments. My passion is working with teenagers and young adults to develop skills that empower them to combat their anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. I believe in utilizing a holistic, multi-dimensional approach to therapy, with a focus on cognitive and solution-based techniques.
In today’s complex world, there is a plethora of challenges that one may face. But the battle we have within ourselves is an exhausting fight that we often feel we need to win on our own. I believe that we need someone to help guide us in those moments. My passion is working with teenagers and young adults to develop skills that empower them to combat their anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. I believe in utilizing a holistic, multi-dimensional approach to therapy, with a focus on cognitive and solution-based techniques.
“You deserve to live a life that energizes you to wake up every morning, happy to be alive!" This is my foundational thought process for my counseling sessions. This may be the first step you've taken towards healing, and I believe it is an admirable one. I am dedicated to helping any individual, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves. Help strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, and whole. I will provide a highly trained ear, attentive listening, and a safe space to help you through the issue or issues at hand.
“You deserve to live a life that energizes you to wake up every morning, happy to be alive!" This is my foundational thought process for my counseling sessions. This may be the first step you've taken towards healing, and I believe it is an admirable one. I am dedicated to helping any individual, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves. Help strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, and whole. I will provide a highly trained ear, attentive listening, and a safe space to help you through the issue or issues at hand.
Veronica Rivera
Mental Health Counselor, RN, MHC-LP
1 Endorsed
Valley Stream, NY 11580
Not accepting new clients
You don’t have to stay stuck. Your story can change—because you can change.
Life can feel heavy when you're living with depression, anxiety, or grief. You may feel like you’re repeating the same patterns, stuck in a loop, and unsure how to move forward. But it’s possible to find clarity, strength, and purpose—even in the midst of pain. I work with individuals who are navigating life’s challenges and feeling disconnected from themselves, relationships, their communities, or their sense of meaning. Together, we can begin to untangle what’s holding you back.
You don’t have to stay stuck. Your story can change—because you can change.
Life can feel heavy when you're living with depression, anxiety, or grief. You may feel like you’re repeating the same patterns, stuck in a loop, and unsure how to move forward. But it’s possible to find clarity, strength, and purpose—even in the midst of pain. I work with individuals who are navigating life’s challenges and feeling disconnected from themselves, relationships, their communities, or their sense of meaning. Together, we can begin to untangle what’s holding you back.
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Military OneSource offers confidential non-medical counseling services online, via telephone, or face to face. Eligible individuals may receive non-medical counseling addressing issues requiring short-term attention, including everyday stressors, deployment and reintegration concerns, parenting, grief and loss, and marital problems as well as assistance with financial management, taxes, career services, and health and wellness.