Self-Harming Therapists in Burnt Hills, NY

Do you want to heal as well as shift life challenging repetitive patterns? Have you experienced anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and/or relationship issues. Have you tried methods of therapy, medication and other assorted methods? Change and healing is possible and easier than we think. I offer that help and true shift that supports lasting permanent change to clear out old issues, cope and manage the present day, and leverage resiliency for the future. Using plant meds, nutrition, cognition, imagery and therapy, lifelong physical and emotional health is possible. Couple Intensives available. Plant medicine consultations available

Confused by what all the acronyms are behind the therapists names? Aren't they all just therapists? Realizing that in every therapy profile they describe their self as "eclectic".... How about trying to understand where you fall on a sliding scale but wondering how your insurance could play effect? What is therapy?.... Life throws a lot at us and it always seems to occur all at once, leaving us with unanswered questions and lack of support. I'm here to help make sense of it all (including those questions above) and get us to where we mentally deserve to be at this time in our life.

My concentration is to help you become your best self through accessing helpful coping skills for primary stressors, or diagnoses that have created life challenges. Please call for new patient appointment availability.

Greetings! Welcome to my page. If you are here it means that you are on the path to being the best version of you.Do you have difficulty with relationships/communication skills? Do you feel misunderstood by others? Is it difficult to relax even when you are exhausted? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, confused, or just unsure of yourself at times? Do you experience negative thoughts (or actions) that you find difficult expressing to others? Flashbacks of difficult memories? I am here to travel a path to wellness with you. Here you will find a safe, confidential, non-judgemental place to unpack.

Are you struggling with anxiety, sadness, feelings of loneliness or emptiness, or substance use? Are your relationships with family, friends, or others important to you being strained or affected? Are you having problems getting things done in your daily life? If so, you are not alone. For the past 20 years, I have been working with people from diverse backgrounds with unique circumstances, just like yours. I have learned that the quality of the relationship people have with their therapists is often the most important factor in helping people make the changes needed to improve their lives.

Saratoga Counseling Solutions is an outpatient therapy center. We see adolescents, adults, children and offer individual, family and couples counseling. We have 8 skilled Licensed Mental Health Counselors and are located in Saratoga Springs. We offer both face to face and telehealth sessions. Please check out our website. We accept most insurances.

Feelings can be hard to sort through on your own and also confusing. Having a special therapeutic relationship to address, identify and process unresolved emotions, unpleasant memories, intrusive thoughts and chronic feelings of hopelessness can make a huge difference in ones' life. A specialized plan tailored to meet your own needs and goals is first and foremost.

We all go through struggles that may get us “stuck.” My approach is to support you in becoming “unstuck” ” I tend to use the cognitive solution focused model. I’ve worked with patients struggling with depression, addiction, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, anger, relationships, phobias and parenting; just to name a few. It’s my objective to support you in reaching your goals at your own pace, although it may seem like I’m pushing you sometimes. I will support you in times you need to vent, but also shift you back to focus and teach you new ways to cope. I’m here to facilitate personal growth when you are feeling like it might not be reachable.

Having completed my degree from the State University of New York at Albany in 1999, I now work as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a wealth of experience in individual and group psychotherapy, program development, management, and clinical supervision. My areas of interest include the use of technology in social work and implementing a strength-based approach toward recovery. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Techniques to facilitate a shift toward more realistic thinking patterns. I firmly believe in forming a collaborative partnership with my clients to guide them on their journey toward recovery. Your journey starts here.

Contrary to popular opinion, I do not believe in safe spaces as a viable, long term solution to anyones’ challenges, unless you’re willing to sacrifice your autonomy and allow fear to dictate how you live. However, I firmly believe that therapy should be a safe place to explore the issues that are creating fear and discomfort. Life is chaotic and unpredictable, and while there is a time and place for utilizing safe spaces, they should only be used in the short term. I’m very invested in empowering my clients to foster bravery, resilience, and perseverance so they are well equipped to navigate the challenges life throws their way.

If you are looking to work on issues that interfere with your quality of life, therapy can be a valuable resource. In my practice, I work with children, adolescents and adults, who may be struggling with suicidal thoughts, self-harm, bullying, grief, anxiety, depression and adapting to life changes. My goal is to allow you to have therapy that matches your learning style. You are in charge, I will help guide you through this process by talking, worksheets, activities, learning coping skills and much more. You know yourself best, even if at times it may not feel like it.

Everyone faces the struggles of being human, but you don’t have to struggle alone. I am a fellow traveler in life’s adventure here to support you through the difficult navigation of the peaks, valleys, and everything in between. My practice is holistic and person centered. I approach my work with a warm, non-judgmental, and curious point of view.

Therapy can address difficult situations but it is also helpful with normal problems in the normal course of life. I believe therapy helps to relieve painful and uncomfortable feelings and it can be a journey of self discovery and awareness that will lead to a more fulfilling life. People begin working with me when they are having difficulty adjusting to a current life situation and others seek to address their struggles with depression, anxiety, or relationships.

Jeff McKenzie is a seasoned and compassionate licensed mental health counselor with an extensive background in helping individuals navigate the complexities of mood disorders. Throughout his career, Jeff has worked with thousands of clients in both individual and group settings, earning a reputation for his dedication and expertise in the field. Jeff recognizes the profound impact that mood disorders can have on individuals and their overall well-being. Motivated by a genuine desire to make a difference, he pursued a career in mental health counseling.

I find great joy in working with people across the lifespan, but especially childhood (ages 5 and up) through middle adulthood. I will work with you on defining your goals for therapy, whether you want to improve your coping, work through communication struggles, build self-esteem, or explore your identity.

Hi, I'm Jen. I'm a clinical social worker who has worked with children, adolescents and parents for twenty years. My goal in each session is to make my patients feel comfortable and identify their feelings. Each session begins with an emotional check-in and an update of what has happened in life since the last session. From there, together we can determine what the specific goal of the session will be, or continue to expand on skills and strategies introduced earlier. I believe in the need to be flexible depending on what the needs are in the moment of the patient. I craft a judgment free zone to help people be their best self.

The decision to begin therapy can be challenging and can follow attempts to manage difficult life circumstances independently. I believe that healing begins when there is a safe, non judgmental space to grow a therapeutic relationship. I spent the early part of my career working extensively with adolescents and families which allowed me the opportunity to help them work through their trauma as they struggled with grief and loss, anxiety, self-injury, depression and PTSD. Additionally, I spent almost 7 years in an outpatient clinic as an Administrator, also providing clinical counseling to children, adults and families.

I am accepting new clients! Do you or your child struggle with low self-esteem, self-doubt, depression, and anxiety? Perhaps you or your child may also struggle with impatience, short temper, or anger management issues. Do you feel like your feelings are discounted and rejected by others? Are there too many upsets in your own day or do others make your days more complicated? I can help you reduce depression, teach you coping skills to adjust to anxiety, depression, stress and low self esteem. I work with individuals and families and help develop better coping skills and ways to get along more productively.