Parenting Therapists in Wantagh, NY

Clients that would benefit most from 3rd Eye Therapeutics individual therapy are children and young adults. Individual and group therapy would also benefit children, teens, and families of all ages who are in search of healing and improving their levels of functioning using a holistic approach. Areas of specialty include education around navigating the school system, psychoeducational evaluation, parenting enhancement counseling and behavioral/emotional disorders using a trauma informed approach.

My vision is to enhance parenting capacities of parents, as well as other caregivers who aspire to create compassionate, respectful, and thoughtful relationships with their children. Mindful Parenting Matters strives to inspire all caregivers to live in the moment and to discover the deeper connection with their children and share in the beauty of reflective parenting. I empower caregivers to explore and find harmony with creating long lasting emotional health for themselves, as well as their children.

Are you looking for support to manage stress, overwhelming anxiety, depressed moods, life changes, relationship issues, family conflict, or parenting struggles? I specialize in supporting adults, couples, and families work through challenging times in their lives. I assist you in identifying, and working towards your goals. I also support parents with strategies to assist their children with social-emotional learning. At times even everyday life can become overwhelming or difficult to manage. Therapy can become the space for you to release what you're holding onto and give you the breath of fresh air you are looking for.

Taking the first step to enter therapy can be a difficult one, but with the help of a comfortable, safe environment, taking that first step can be empowering. My goal is to help you reach your goals by applying techniques and skills that are tailored to your wants and needs. We often get caught up in life and do not take time for ourselves. By slowing down we can access your inner and outer strengths to help you cope with every day life. By working together, we will be able to ease the stress and tension that has manifested within your life and or relationships.

Life can be challenging and we all struggle at times, but you don’t have to struggle alone. Our lives consist of relationships filled with many connections, some more challenging than others. Our greatest relationship of all is the one we have with ourselves. Once we take the journey to accept ourselves, gain the tools to be able to set boundaries, and identify what we need- we open the door for our external connections to thrive.

Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Heather received a Master of Social Work degree from New York University Ehrenkranz School of Social Work and an advanced certificate from Columbia University. Heather has over 20 years of experience as a therapist working with a myriad of polustions. Heather works with adults dealing with chronic illness, depression, anxiety, bereavement, and adjustment issues. She has a strong background in substance abuse issues and believes in a harm reduction perspective.

Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Melissa completed her Masters in Social Work at Long Island University. She continued her training at Turtle Hook Middle School running weekly groups and meeting with students one on one to assist in any crisis or bullying issues. Melissa then continued her experience working at SCO Family Services. At SCO Melissa worked with youth in NYC foster care making sure the youth’s needs were being met in a timely and professional matter, as well as working with the school system, the court system.

People worry every day. Some worriers "worry all their lives." Excessive, non-productive WORRY may lead to symptoms seen in generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), irritability and depression. There may be misguided behavioral strategies or unresolved experiences that prevent more productive use of worry and subsequent self-esteem enhancement. I will help you understand your worrying behavior, learn about how to live with uncertainty and consider strategies and new behaviors you have not yet thought about. I pride myself in my ability to develop good working relationships with my clients, a crucial part of therapy.

Asking for help can be difficult but crucial in order to make necessary and beneficial changes in life. Therapy can be instrumental in helping overcome depression, relationship conflicts, anxiety, parenting concerns, and family problems. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over twenty-five years of experience treating adults, adolescents and children with a variety of presenting problems. I believe that every person is unique; therefore no one approach is right for everyone. I integrate a number of therapeutic techniques and perspectives in a safe and comfortable office environment to address important issues.

Are you unhappy or unfulfilled in your life, your marriage, your job? Having difficulty dealing with the stress of infertility, postpartum or parenting? Perhaps you are feeling stressed, tired, anxious, depressed? Or are you thinking about Bariatric surgery and want to explore emotional connection to surgery or need an Evaluation? Let me help you! I am a practicing psychotherapist for over 20 years. I have experience with children, adolescents and adults. Dealing with Depression, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Marriage and Family issues, etc.

I'm a fully licensed professional who, during a successful career directing programs on Long Island and Queens has moved completely into private practice. I continue to update my knowledge. I am compassionate, honest and want to provide you with the tools necessary to overcome any issue, whether from your family of origin, current relationships or work/school related. I offer guidance and healing, teaching you skills necessary to meet the challenges we face in life, from anxiety, depression, alcohol/substance abuse or religious/spiritual conflicts. I treat the whole person (not just the symptoms) and provide practical problem solving and coping methods .

Taking the first step to change what isn't working in your life is a brave move. Allowing me to take the journey with you and to help you change what isn't working will prove rewarding for both of us. You'll find me easy to talk to as I help to harness your strengths, define your wishes and goals and work towards making improvements and finding solutions. It would be a privilege for me to work with you and together, we will help you find your way back to a peaceful, contented life with relationships that are healthier and feel better.

Our difficulties don't define us. Life presents challenges and it's often our choices in meeting these challenges that determine who we become. Whether you're facing serious medical illness or are providing care-giving for a loved one who is ill, are dealing with emotional pain from divorce, job loss, retirement, parenting issues or marital conflict, my many years of clinical experience offers you expert and sensitive care and comfort. I identify and build upon your existing strengths and provide a place of safety and compassion in which you can share your experience and resolve the obstacles that stand in your way.

With more than 25 years of success operating a Clinical Social Work practice with high-impact results, Counseling Services of Long Island is a highly regarded and trusted resource for clients and therapists alike throughout the region. We are known for our professional skills, and our compassionate and non-judgmental approach in helping clients achieve positive change, happiness and emotional well-being. We accept many insurance plans, and provide individual, family, group and specialized counseling for couples. We also have a special, copyrighted ADHD program - 'From Distraction to Action' for teens and their parents.

I specialize in utilizing a mindfulness-based approach to enhance coping and management of stressors throughout the life course. I am also certified in trauma-informed yoga which supports my holistic and collaborative approach to healing. My goal as a therapist is to help people foster more wellness in their lives.

Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Syerra received her masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Hofstra University. Through her time in school and working with clients, she has leaned towards a postmodern perspective in therapy that focuses on the strength of her clients, the here and now, and the realistic steps that can be taken towards the goals and changes which have been collaboratively devised.

I have been working in the mental health field for the past 15 years. I have experience working with children, adolescents, parents, families, couples and adults.

Life can be overwhelming. Sometimes we get stuck in negative thinking patterns that affect our drive, our motivation and our overall behaviors. These thoughts can leave us feeling depressed, angry or anxious. Therapy can be an effective way to look at how our thought patterns affect our feelings which affect the way we behave. By working on skills and exploring our thoughts we can work towards regaining emotional health and balance in our life.

As a licensed clinical social worker and coach with certification in Gestalt psychotherapy and the Gestalt model of coaching, my practice is centered around individuals, couples and all types of families. I practice therapy and coaching with a holistic and action-oriented approach that encompasses the realms of body, emotion, mind and spirit. My focus is supporting my clients in promoting self-care and self-awareness in the present as they create their own unique life experience. My combined therapeutic and coaching work is interactive and supportive with the goal of helping clients move toward change and growth.