Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Peekskill, NY

My clients often tell me that they have worked with others in the past that did not understand them and express great relief that they have found their way to me. I am here for you and I am ready to help. Whatever you are going through I believe I can offer you the guidance and understanding that you are searching for. I have years of experience working with people just like you who need to be heard and not judged, people who want change and results that will improve their lives. You will find that I am perceptive and empathetic and get to the heart of the matter quickly. Take a look at my 5 star reviews on Google & ZocDoc.

Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.

Welcome friends! I am a modern-day medicine woman, author, mom, and a trailblazer who revolutionized the field of holistic psychology for adults, kids, teens, & families for over two decades by integrating enduring wisdom with contemporary science to achieve true health & wellness. You or your child will REWILD—untethering from limitations of fear, distraction, apathy, outdated beliefs and unhealthy behavior patterns to the empowered freedom of courage, creativity, passion, instinctual wisdom, boundless joy, potent self-healing capacities, and radical authenticity that allows your true self to shine!

We work with our clients to help them to have more caring and steady relationships, control over intense emotions, ability to tolerate difficult times and enhanced communication skills. We partner with you to help you to gain the skills and coping strategies needed to enjoy your life. Our therapists are highly skilled and are passionate about helping our clients to meet their goals.

Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.

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Updated Sept 2023 • Openings in-person in Williamsburg, Brooklyn • Openings for Telehealth • Waitlist for our Cold Spring office • Therapy for Adults, Teens, Children 6-11, Parents and Families. Improve relationships, reduce anxiety, learn to regulate emotions, process traumatic events and reconnect to your own sense of competence and worth. We help people live happier, better connected, productive lives by combining the arts with proven psychotherapy treatment. In business for 16 years, we are licensed to practice psychotherapy and creative arts therapies.

We all want loving, connected relationships, we want the best for our children and we want deeply fulfilling and meaningful lives. Then life happens, our mind loses the target, our emotions weigh us down and our bodies feel tired and weary. If you've reached this point, I want to walk along this path with you. I will work to understand your inner terrain and then help you see the bridges, landmarks, rest stops, and water stations so that your journey regains more of its adventure and joy. From here you orient back to your own compass discovering calm, confidence, compassion, connection, creativity, courage, and clarity.

Couples and parents face many challenges, not just in raising children, but in their adult relationships as well. Anxiety, stress, conflict, and difficult past experiences can affect the way we show up in the world for ourselves and for each other. Gradual work in understanding these experiences in a therapeutic and judgement free environment will help improve sense of self, strengthen relationships, reduce conflict, and increase confidence in the future.

I am a licensed therapist with expertise treating trauma, emotion dysregulation, grief, anxiety, and depression across the lifespan. I also specialize in supporting parents of young children with intense emotions, and working with couples and individuals in their transition to parenthood. My treatment approach integrates psychodynamic principles and attachment theory with evidence-based treatments. I am certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy and licensed to provide psychotherapy in both California and New York.

If your young child is struggling with anxiety, behavioral problems, social relationships, or other challenges, I can help. And if you worry about how to set clear limits and communicate lovingly and effectively with your child, I can support you, too. My warm and friendly approach to play therapy and parent coaching will provide the opportunities your family needs to build confidence, new skills, and stronger relationships.

I believe we can all benefit from help and support at one time or another in our lives, but taking that step can feel like a leap into the unknown. My aim is to provide clients with a safe, non-judgmental space in which we collaborate together through the deeply meaningful process of growth and healing. I have trained in various therapeutic approaches, working with a wide range of emotional/behavioral issues to help children, families, and individuals uncover their own unique strengths and find solutions that will work for them.

Life unfolds as a dynamic journey, offering a rich tapestry of experiences. Instead of trying to eliminate every hurdle, therapy becomes a powerful tool for reshaping our approach to challenges. This process enables us to face difficulties, minimize their impact, and craft narratives that empower us. In this journey, you are the expert. As a therapist, I provide a neutral and supportive space, encouraging joint exploration into your identity and how you navigate the world. In our therapeutic relationship, meaningful conversation serves as the catalyst for insightful reflection and profound personal integration.

Rachel Shelley, Ph.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in evidence-based interventions for children, adolescents, and parents. She supports children and parents in understanding their thoughts, feelings and behaviors and in developing coping skills. She has specialized training in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure response prevention (ERP) for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, and related disorders. Her approach is goal-oriented and she integrates humor, warmth and compassion to help her clients thrive.

Sara Berlin, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in New York and New Jersey. Specializing in working with children, teens, and young adults, as well as providing support for parents, Sara utilizes a warm and non-judgmental approach to help individuals and families overcome life's challenges and foster meaningful growth.

Hello, it's great to meet you! Are you feeling overwhelmed or anxious about transitioning to parenthood? Do you have chronic stress, sadness, anger, or fear related to parenting and relationship challenges? Is your child having social, behavioral, and emotional difficulties? Being a parent can be the most amazing yet challenging experience. I am here to support you through the process. I recognize clients are the experts that they are, and I hope to make you feel heard, supported, and empowered during our collaborations.