Female Therapists in Westchester County, NY

I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.

My goal is to help clients better understand how their life histories and relationships impact the present-day though open dialogue, reflection, and engagement. My aim is to support individuals in finding their voice, building confidence in personal and professional relationships, and coping with stressors. I believe that everyone can benefit from devoting time each week to focus on themselves and their relationships, and I prioritize creating a warm, supportive environment for my clients.

Challenges are a part of daily life. Most times we are able to deal with them. However, there are times when we need someone to help us get through life's difficulties. Having someone to talk to can be a useful tool in navigating the challenges we face in life.

I want to help you be the best self you can be. I have advanced training in treating children, adolescents, adults, and families. I focus on building trust with my clients so they have a safe place to heal. I specialize in DBT, healing from trauma, relationship conflicts, marriage and family, depression, anxiety, and emotion dysregulation. Additionally, I work with adopted people and adoptive families. I am part of Northstar Consulting which provides treatment and services for adopted people.

At some point, we all face the need to change something in our lives. You may want to improve your relationships, reduce emotional pain, change behavior patterns that don’t work for you, tackle a specific problem/symptom, or learn more about yourself. Change can be difficult, but you don’t have to do it alone. Therapy offers a different perspective on your situation, along with encouragement and expertise to help you make the changes you want. I am a skilled therapist with advanced training in DBT and couples treatment, and 30+ years of experience working with adults, adolescents and couples in both short and long-term treatment.

I have always felt that my purpose in life was to serve in some capacity. While completing my undergraduate degree in psychology, I discovered a passion for human service and the field of counseling. I realized through my studies and personal experiences in therapy that what people seek the most is a safe place that is free from judgment and centered around acceptance. My goal is to be able to provide the same quality of care to every human being I encounter on their personal journey of healing.

Life can be very complex as there are rewarding times and times when life feels too difficult to manage but with my support and guidance we can work collaboratively to get through those difficult times together. I have experience working with individuals that have struggles with anxiety, depression, trauma and life stress.

Have you been struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, adjusting to life’s transition, or relationship issues but you're not sure if anyone or anything can help? Well, I specialize in all these areas and may be able to help. I worked with teens and adults for over seven years gain the necessary skills to better manage depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I provide a safe space to allow clients to safely explore their thoughts and feelings and use mind/body techniques to teach people various stress relieve coping skills.

As a Mental Health Advocate, I give speeches all over the nation to reduce stigma around Mental Health and encourage people to seek professional counseling, rather than “just talking to a friend about it or not talk about their problems at all”. As a Pakistani, Muslim immigrant who came to America with no knowledge of mental health, I understand how the confusion of identities, societal pressure to fit in and cultural differences can create emotional turmoil. Being in the mental health field for over 7 years, has allowed me to evolve as a Mental Health public speaker, who helps those with anxiety, depression and suicidal ideations,

Sky Twersky (they/she) is a queer, non-binary, limited permit mental health counselor. They have a background working in crisis and trauma as a licensed peer support specialist. As a therapist they take an integrative intersectional approach to treatment, informed by clients' goals, experiences, and identities. They offer an affirming, empathetic, authentic, and collaborative environment to unpack the past and present at a pace that feels safe. Sky believes in giving clients tools that are cognisant of existing resources by utilizing a solution-focused and strength-based approach. This can look unconventional by integrating outside.

We are all traveling on this journey we call life. While it can be full of moments of beauty, joy, and wonder, it can also plunge us into the depths of fear, darkness, and loneliness. We can be trapped in an endless chorus of worry, weighed down by expectations from ourselves and others, full of doubt and struggling to see our own worth or a way forward, and sometimes even our own bodies feel like they are abandoning us. Allow me to be a guide for whatever path you are on. You do not have to do it alone. My specialty areas include helping adults with anxiety, depression, chronic pain and medical conditions, insomnia, and trauma.

As a licensed psychologist, I work to enhance the experience of my client at home, school, and within their community. I believe in a strength based approach that is unique to each client. While accomplishing therapeutic goals together, I utilize research-based interventions and value a strong collaborative relationship. While I treat a wide age range, young clients are referred to me most often for challenges with behavior, learning, and socialization. Additionally, I am extensively trained conducting psychoeducational testing and working with parents and schools to develop plans to help clients reach their full potential.

I am a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with adults and adolescents. Psychotherapy offers an opportunity to discover more about yourself and is an effective means of personal change. As a therapist, I will work together with you to help clarify what troubles you, to know more about what you want for yourself, and to understand what holds you back and interferes with your life.

Through open dialogue, reflection, and engagement, my goal is to help clients better understand how their life histories and relationships impact the present-day. My aim is to support individuals in finding their voice, building confidence in personal and professional relationships, and coping with stressors. I believe that everyone can benefit from devoting time each week to focus on themselves and their relationships, and I prioritize creating a warm, supportive environment for my clients. I believe in meeting a client where they are, creating a safe space that allows us to address the issues that brought them to therapy.

Do you feel stuck ? Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions? Using the language of movement in conjunction with talk therapy, we will establish a conversation toward change. Coping techniques will be explored in order to navigate through difficult life changes .I primarily work with issues related to aging, and acceptance of life changes that aging brings as well as embracing the future. Traditional talk therapy is also utilized to underline and support effective change. Group and individual sessions available

I offer a wide range of treatment modalities, including mind-body therapies as well as traditional psychotherapy. These include CBT, Somatic Experiencing (SE), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and EMDR. My style is active, engaging and focused on achieving client goals within a time limited framework. Having 25 years experience as a therapist, combined with specialty treatments, allows for shorter therapy time and a high degree of success. Lengthy therapy is unnecessary in order to experience positive results and achieve desired goals. I work with both individuals and couples.

My practice is devoted to Adults, Children and Adolescents. I strive to create a calm and relaxed office environment that facilitates easy and comfortable conversations. I provide individual, family and couples counseling sessions either in person in my office, by phone or through virtual sessions to meet the different time constraints of my patients. My goal is to customize our time together to help us reach your goals.

I have a wealth of experience working with those struggling with addiction, codependency, mood disorder, anxiety, trauma and a multitude of life issues such as grief, coping with medical diagnosis, injury and illness, loss of career, and divorce. I am certified in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, EAGALA, Animal-Assisted Therapy and Integrative Meridian Therapy. In addition, I am a Certified Clinical Military Counselor and have years of experience working with Veterans.

Are you tired of getting caught in the same old fights with your partner/spouse, kids, ex-husband or wife, parent(s), siblings, boss? Suffering from a serious illness in yourself or someone in your family? Dissatisfied with the quality of your life and relationships? Are you struggling with parenting issues? Dealing with loss? In a comfortable, non judgmental environment, you will discover the tools to navigate the sometimes stormy waters of life and make your relationships more fulfilling. I will be an active participant in the therapeutic process by giving you feedback and out of session assignments.