Therapists in New York

Helping others meet their wellness goals is a passion of mine, and I believe everyone deserves to be heard and valued. Having worked in service fields for most of my adult life, the transition to counseling was a natural progression for me. ‍ I am excited to work with individuals in one-on-one counseling as well as in a group setting. Over the course of my adult life I have worked extensively with individuals battling obesity, binge eating disorder and food addiction and something that I have learned is that guilt and shame are roadblocks that prevent us from moving forward.

My clients come to me for a number of reasons, but one common theme throughout is a need for self-care and self-love. My job is to facilitate self-care and coping in a way that brings a client contentment and joy. I want clients to look forward to their sessions with me as a time to attend to their own emotional needs, learn, grow, and develop. They want a safe space with unconditional support to work through and - importantly - find feasible solutions to their unique problems. I am known for my blend of personalized, positive/strengths-based, creative, and feasible cognitive behavior therapies. (Check out my photos!)

As a bariatric therapist, I work with clients pre- and post-bariatric surgery, helping them adhere to lifestyle changes for sustained success. They often confront emotional eating, food addiction, and low self-esteem due to weight issues. My role includes guiding them through sustainable diet adjustments, exercise plans, and the mental factors of weight management. My clients aim to reach a healthy weight, boost their health, and better their life quality. They seek empathy and support, along with professional advice to tackle the intricate emotional and physical trials on their path.

My mission is to affirm, respect, and individualize everyone's life journey as perceived by the individual while caringly assisting them through their navigation toward optimal mental health. My services are personalized for those who are struggling to be listened to, heard, valued, accepted and understood. Every age, gender, orientation, and culture are treated with dignity and is afforded an emotionally safe space to face, discuss, and process their experiences and personal truths without judgment.

I am a bi-lingual psychotherapist with more than 30 years experience treating adults, children, families and couples suffering from depression, anxiety, relationships issues, parenting, trauma and eating disorders. Are you stuck or blocked, feeling shame, anger, fear, or sadness? Are you disconnected from your inner source of self-esteem, strength and joy? Are your moods driving your actions in your life, instead of your aspirations and goals? Do you find yourself unable to stop addictive, or impulsive behavior patterns? Perhaps it's time to ask yourself how long you can keep doing the same things, expecting different results.

Are you doing well in your relationship with your partner? Are you respected at work? How about getting along with friends? Success in relationships, work and friendships have one thing in common: good communication. Being skillful in what you say and how you say it in the moment, is not easy. If you figure out the perfect response later on, you missed the opportunity. Do you have the courage and good verbal skills to create better relationships? Are you taken seriously at work? Are you sought after by friends? Are you seeking a love relationship or trying to get to the next level? Self-confidence comes from articulation.

Board Certified Psychotherapy services provided plus NYSOP approved Clinical Supervision toward LCSW. We provide EAP services as well. Our office is private inside a modern professional ADA accessible building with an elevator. Our therapists are seasoned experienced NYS Licensed and Registered Psychotherapists who works with children 3+ adolescents, adults, couples, older adults, and provide marriage and family counseling. Our therapists have expertise in treating anxiety, depression, social phobias, substance abuse, anger, PTSD, life circumstances, domestic violence, separation or divorce, neglect, abuse, bereavement, family dynamics, etc. and provide parenting skills, work-essential skills, and more. We never double book and office wait time is at a minimum.

It takes a lot of courage and strength to ask for help. Life can be overwhelming, scary, and devastating at times. I am here to help. Together, you and I will draw on your inner strengths to find the resolution and personal growth you are looking for. I am dedicated to helping you find your way through life's many challenges and gaining some peace of mind along the way. I offer a strong emphasis on person-centered care, cognitive-behavioral techniques and dialectical-behavioral methods. I am trained in EMDR (effective treatment approach for individuals who have survived trauma).

Therapy is about you. Your hopes and dreams, and your struggles and challenges. People come to therapy hoping to change and to find their way back to their authentic selves.

We are professionally trained therapists with diversified competencies, certifications and expertise, to provide the most suitable counseling help. We remain sensitive to your spiritual framework and belief system, whatever they may be. As a counseling group, we are committed to providing affordable and effective counseling to persons of all social and cultural backgrounds. We are happy to say, we accept most health insurances!

I specialize in helping people navigate complex relationships, manage stress. overcome trauma, and address gender and identity-related challenges. I accept clients unconditionally, celebrate their individuality, and validate their experiences. I will help you feel understood, seen, and empowered to embrace your authentic self. I utilize an eclectic combination of person-centered, trauma-informed, evidence-based therapeutic modalities.

I enjoy working with people of all ages who are experiencing "life" & the stressors that come with it. Especially the older teen, young adult, Gen X & Millenials - life is a journey that none of us are particularly prepared for & there comes a time when a caring ear & an outside professional perspective can truly help. life happens - its how we cope with it that matters most! i work with common issues such as relationship stressors, family conflicts, school life issues, life changes, life planning, behavioral challenges, parenting stressors as well as adults struggling with career issues and in need of basic life coaching.

I understand that life has many challenges, and can be difficult to maneuver. Are you feeling out of control frustrated or sad, I can help you work through your problems. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with many years of experience working with a diverse population and diverse complications. Every individual that I counsel is treated with dignity and respect and free to express his or her feelings without judgment. In my practice, I counsel children, adolescents, adults and the elderly who are in need of help.I am here to assist every individual in reaching a peaceful state of mind.

Treatment is tailored to the needs and preferences of the client. Some situations call for deep introspection, others for charting one's way through a predicament, and still others for behavioral or other targeted techniques. I have tools for all of these.

We have an amazing staff. Our central focus is heart felt therapy, professional, confidential and always client centered.

I am a psychotherapist specializing in growth-oriented counseling with adults & couples. My clients typically work to increase emotional awareness of their present choices or patterns which lead to various forms of distress. This pain often causes significant disruption in their social, work, physical lives or intimate relationships. Early childhood experiences influence how we all experience our lives today. Insights and associations during talk therapy often bring previously unseen options to light that lead to healthier choices and decreased stress and pain. These sessions take place weekly over the course of many months or more to provide the foundation of lasting growth.

In a rapidly changing world, one can find it challenging to deal with feeling mad, afraid, sad or even glad! My aim is to help alleviate that pain. I use an integrative approach to understand your life experiences, feelings, and the reason for seeking counsel. I believe each person already has in them the potential to grow. A personal transformation through the process of psychotherapy can help facilitate this growth. Eventually, this will give you a greater understanding of yourself, others and the world around you.

I have been a certified social worker for twenty eight years. I provide therapy to adolescents and adults in individual, couple therapy and family sessions. As a therapist I often address clients with Major Depression, family stress, anxiety issues or substance abuse addiction. I address these issues on phone sessions or therapy face to face sessions. It is imperative for a therapist to be aware of various symptoms and needs for people to make goals to address these concerns actively.

Welcome to my counseling profile. My name is Pauline Louis and I'm honored to walk alongside you as you navigate life's twist and turns. With a genuine passion for helping others and a dedication to providing personalized support, I strive to create a nurturing and safe space where you can explore your challenges, discover your strengths, and unleash your full potential to embark on self discovery and empowerment.