Self-Harming Therapists in Nassau County, NY

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Agnes Wohl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jericho, NY 11753
I have been in practice for over 30 years and provide support, aide in growth and recovery through individual and group psychotherapy. "Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass....it's about learning to dance in the rain" (unknown). I deal with issues related to the impact of trauma . These can be eating disorders, self harming thoughts and behaviors, sexual issues, mood disorders, anxiety, etc. I provide a high level of skill within the context of a warm, nurturing environment. I use use a variety of techniques including art, music, DBT informed therapy, Sensorimotor Therapy & EMDR.
I have been in practice for over 30 years and provide support, aide in growth and recovery through individual and group psychotherapy. "Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass....it's about learning to dance in the rain" (unknown). I deal with issues related to the impact of trauma . These can be eating disorders, self harming thoughts and behaviors, sexual issues, mood disorders, anxiety, etc. I provide a high level of skill within the context of a warm, nurturing environment. I use use a variety of techniques including art, music, DBT informed therapy, Sensorimotor Therapy & EMDR.
(516) 625-1750 View (516) 625-1750
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InsightDBT - Merrick
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CDBT
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566
If you’re reading this, know you’re not alone. One in five Americans are diagnosed with a mental health condition every year, and one out of six teenagers struggle currently with depression. You’re probably looking for compassionate and effective therapy either for yourself or your child. Well, you’re in luck. At InsightDBT, we provide cutting edge, compassionate, and effective Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teens, adults, and their families.
If you’re reading this, know you’re not alone. One in five Americans are diagnosed with a mental health condition every year, and one out of six teenagers struggle currently with depression. You’re probably looking for compassionate and effective therapy either for yourself or your child. Well, you’re in luck. At InsightDBT, we provide cutting edge, compassionate, and effective Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teens, adults, and their families.
(516) 210-2327 View (516) 210-2327
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Michelle Macolino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working in the field for 20 years. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, addiction, and eating disorders. I focus on the whole person and help people realize their full potential and reach their personal goals. I received further training at Behavioral Tech Institute in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, a cutting edge treatment that helps people regulate emotion, tolerate stress, and be more effective in their relationships. Overall, it is my goal to help clients navigate the increased pressures of life today.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working in the field for 20 years. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, addiction, and eating disorders. I focus on the whole person and help people realize their full potential and reach their personal goals. I received further training at Behavioral Tech Institute in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, a cutting edge treatment that helps people regulate emotion, tolerate stress, and be more effective in their relationships. Overall, it is my goal to help clients navigate the increased pressures of life today.
(516) 522-0905 View (516) 522-0905
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Kristina Murani
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Westbury, NY 11590  (Online Only)
I have specific expertise in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, and self-harming behaviors.
I am passionate about helping others gain self-awareness and learn skills to overcome life's challenges. My approach to therapy is led by the belief that meaningful and long-lasting change is best achieved within a safe and trusting healing space. I strive to create an inviting and nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can safely explore all aspects of yourself and your experiences. My role as a psychologist is to support you in better understanding your concerns, while empowering you to reach your personal goals and live a fulfilling life.
I have specific expertise in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, and self-harming behaviors.
I am passionate about helping others gain self-awareness and learn skills to overcome life's challenges. My approach to therapy is led by the belief that meaningful and long-lasting change is best achieved within a safe and trusting healing space. I strive to create an inviting and nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can safely explore all aspects of yourself and your experiences. My role as a psychologist is to support you in better understanding your concerns, while empowering you to reach your personal goals and live a fulfilling life.
(646) 941-8461 View (646) 941-8461
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Rebecca Kason
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainview, NY 11803
I am the director of SageMind Psychology, where my team provides individualized, research-based, and cutting edge treatments in person in Brooklyn Heights through a safe and secure telehealth platform.
Are you ready to embrace positive changes in your life? Are you looking to help your loved one gain the tools they need to reach their full potential? At SageMind Psychology, our expert therapists offer a warm, nonjudgmental space that is uniquely suited to encourage the personal growth and success of you & your loved ones. We help children, teens, and adults make noticeable differences in their lives. Our team is trauma informed, LBGTQIA+ & neurodiversity affirming, & racial justice allied. Same day appointments are available at sagemindpsychology.com
I am the director of SageMind Psychology, where my team provides individualized, research-based, and cutting edge treatments in person in Brooklyn Heights through a safe and secure telehealth platform.
Are you ready to embrace positive changes in your life? Are you looking to help your loved one gain the tools they need to reach their full potential? At SageMind Psychology, our expert therapists offer a warm, nonjudgmental space that is uniquely suited to encourage the personal growth and success of you & your loved ones. We help children, teens, and adults make noticeable differences in their lives. Our team is trauma informed, LBGTQIA+ & neurodiversity affirming, & racial justice allied. Same day appointments are available at sagemindpsychology.com
(833) 902-1426 View (833) 902-1426
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Becky Fenton
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, self-harm, executive functioning deficits or relationship difficulties? Are you unhappy in your marriage or with your family dynamic? I assist clients in addressing challenges across the lifespan, including navigating stressful life events and moving beyond roadblocks to achieve personal growth. I provide treatment (and parent coaching using PMT and PCIT) to address problematic behaviors, troubling emotions, procrastination, maladaptive thought patterns, and relationship issues. I also specialize in school refusal. Intrigued?
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, self-harm, executive functioning deficits or relationship difficulties? Are you unhappy in your marriage or with your family dynamic? I assist clients in addressing challenges across the lifespan, including navigating stressful life events and moving beyond roadblocks to achieve personal growth. I provide treatment (and parent coaching using PMT and PCIT) to address problematic behaviors, troubling emotions, procrastination, maladaptive thought patterns, and relationship issues. I also specialize in school refusal. Intrigued?
(516) 253-5633 View (516) 253-5633
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Cary Schwechter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530
I believe everyone should have someone they can talk to, whether about life's most difficult issues, or the simplest ones. That's what I am here for; someone to listen and help work through whatever challenges life brings.
I believe everyone should have someone they can talk to, whether about life's most difficult issues, or the simplest ones. That's what I am here for; someone to listen and help work through whatever challenges life brings.
(516) 888-6122 View (516) 888-6122
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Shannon Ann McGuinness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seaford, NY 11783
I embrace an integrative approach, utilizing cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness. My treatment approaches are individualized to best help each of my clients. I work with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with various challenges such as depression, anxiety, self-harm, transitions, personality disorders, and trauma.
I embrace an integrative approach, utilizing cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness. My treatment approaches are individualized to best help each of my clients. I work with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with various challenges such as depression, anxiety, self-harm, transitions, personality disorders, and trauma.
(516) 517-6068 View (516) 517-6068
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Adam Schachar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cedarhurst, NY 11516
I am a licensed clinical social worker committed to helping you deal with difficult emotions, situations, and behaviors. I believe in a collaborative approach, developing treatment goals together. With a foundational background in DBT, CBT and Trauma, I believe in addressing both current problem behaviors and emotional difficulties, as well as working through and processing past experiences.
I am a licensed clinical social worker committed to helping you deal with difficult emotions, situations, and behaviors. I believe in a collaborative approach, developing treatment goals together. With a foundational background in DBT, CBT and Trauma, I believe in addressing both current problem behaviors and emotional difficulties, as well as working through and processing past experiences.
(516) 400-4381 View (516) 400-4381
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Rebecca Fields
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530
Rebecca is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She received her undergraduate degree from Temple University and received her masters degree from Stony Brook University in social work with a specialization in families, youth and transition to adulthood. Rebecca has experience working with children and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, depression, OCD, borderline personality disorder, relationship and family conflicts, and low-self esteem in both a foster care and school setting.
Rebecca is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She received her undergraduate degree from Temple University and received her masters degree from Stony Brook University in social work with a specialization in families, youth and transition to adulthood. Rebecca has experience working with children and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, depression, OCD, borderline personality disorder, relationship and family conflicts, and low-self esteem in both a foster care and school setting.
(516) 210-4749 View (516) 210-4749
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Empower Your Mind Therapy
Counselor, LMHC, CDBT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
No matter what stage of life you may be in – adulthood or adolescence – life can be difficult. It can feel out of control, messy, and stressful. Whether you are struggling or need help for your teen, Empower Your Mind Therapy (EYMT) is here to help. Our process at EYMT is to help clients build more effective and helpful behaviors around new thoughts. Our mission is to provide all clients with the tools, skills and empowerment they need to build their life worth living.
No matter what stage of life you may be in – adulthood or adolescence – life can be difficult. It can feel out of control, messy, and stressful. Whether you are struggling or need help for your teen, Empower Your Mind Therapy (EYMT) is here to help. Our process at EYMT is to help clients build more effective and helpful behaviors around new thoughts. Our mission is to provide all clients with the tools, skills and empowerment they need to build their life worth living.
(347) 947-7082 View (347) 947-7082
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Suffolk DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Do you or your child have problems regulating emotions? Do emotions go from 0-100 in no time with a tendency to have outbursts? Have you noticed a change in yourself or your family member? Are you concerned that you or your family member are unhappy? We offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents/ adults learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , we sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. We have helped thousands of families to heal. Let us offer you the same hope.
Do you or your child have problems regulating emotions? Do emotions go from 0-100 in no time with a tendency to have outbursts? Have you noticed a change in yourself or your family member? Are you concerned that you or your family member are unhappy? We offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents/ adults learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , we sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. We have helped thousands of families to heal. Let us offer you the same hope.
(516) 714-4707 View (516) 714-4707
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Susan E D'Esposito, Phd
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
I work with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, family therapy & parent guidance. I also offer group therapy for children & adolescents as well as parenting groups. I strive to develop a strong working relationship with my clients and provide a trusting, empathetic, non-judgemental environment believing that the therapeutic relationship is paramount for successful outcomes. I specialize in treating various issues, including but not limited to, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, behavior problems, family conflicts, and trauma. Please contact me at 516-456-1155 to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, family therapy & parent guidance. I also offer group therapy for children & adolescents as well as parenting groups. I strive to develop a strong working relationship with my clients and provide a trusting, empathetic, non-judgemental environment believing that the therapeutic relationship is paramount for successful outcomes. I specialize in treating various issues, including but not limited to, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, behavior problems, family conflicts, and trauma. Please contact me at 516-456-1155 to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions.
(516) 986-4377 View (516) 986-4377
Doreen Plante
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BCD
Verified Verified
Long Beach, NY 11561
With over 35 years of experience in working in mental health with adults,adolescents,children, families and couples, I employ a whole person approach, including physical health, sleep hygiene, school and work performance, personal growth and interpersonal relationships to address behavioral and emotional well-being.
With over 35 years of experience in working in mental health with adults,adolescents,children, families and couples, I employ a whole person approach, including physical health, sleep hygiene, school and work performance, personal growth and interpersonal relationships to address behavioral and emotional well-being.
(516) 570-7827 View (516) 570-7827
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Serenity Zone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, SMC-C, CAMS
Verified Verified
Oceanside, NY 11572  (Online Only)
One of the many reasons why people cannot move forward is because they keep applying an old formula to a new level in their life. Change the formula to get a different result! We help people move from a life of pain, to a life of purpose. We strive to provide a holistic mind-body approach that makes an impact on our client’s lives, their family systems, and future generations to come.
One of the many reasons why people cannot move forward is because they keep applying an old formula to a new level in their life. Change the formula to get a different result! We help people move from a life of pain, to a life of purpose. We strive to provide a holistic mind-body approach that makes an impact on our client’s lives, their family systems, and future generations to come.
(516) 686-9881 View (516) 686-9881
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Allyson Fuentes Creative Arts Therapy Source
Art Therapist, ATR-BC, LPAT, LCAT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Levittown, NY 11756  (Online Only)
The therapists at Creative Arts Therapy Source are compassionate and person centered psychotherapists specializing in innovative approaches to help children, teens and adults overcome grief, anxiety and depression. Our team of creative arts therapists have exceptional training in evidenced based techniques and creative approaches that set us apart from more traditional talk therapy methods. We offer individual, couples and group therapy sessions throughout New York and New Jersey.
The therapists at Creative Arts Therapy Source are compassionate and person centered psychotherapists specializing in innovative approaches to help children, teens and adults overcome grief, anxiety and depression. Our team of creative arts therapists have exceptional training in evidenced based techniques and creative approaches that set us apart from more traditional talk therapy methods. We offer individual, couples and group therapy sessions throughout New York and New Jersey.
(516) 518-9061 View (516) 518-9061
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Patricia Ramjohn
Counselor, LMHC, CASACT
Verified Verified
Bethpage, NY 11714
If you, or someone you know is going through a tough time, talking to someone is one of the best possible things you can do. One of the advantages of talking to a counselor is that they do not know your friends, your family and they do not have opinions about how you should be living your life. It can be easier to open up and tell me things you might not tell other people. You do not have to worry about being judged.
If you, or someone you know is going through a tough time, talking to someone is one of the best possible things you can do. One of the advantages of talking to a counselor is that they do not know your friends, your family and they do not have opinions about how you should be living your life. It can be easier to open up and tell me things you might not tell other people. You do not have to worry about being judged.
(347) 434-8609 View (347) 434-8609
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Joanne Fortune
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Baldwin, NY 11510
With over 15 years of counseling experience, I understand how difficult it may be to take that first step to enter therapy. I believe that people are capable of making life changes, sometimes needing support and guidance. Oftentimes, natural supports surround us, we are just unaware of how to tap into them.
With over 15 years of counseling experience, I understand how difficult it may be to take that first step to enter therapy. I believe that people are capable of making life changes, sometimes needing support and guidance. Oftentimes, natural supports surround us, we are just unaware of how to tap into them.
(516) 715-3885 View (516) 715-3885
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Christopher P. Casazza
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
Making the choice to go to therapy is not the easiest one you will ever make, but it is among the most powerful. Whether you are struggling to cope with recent changes in your life or have made the choice to address long-standing issues in a new way, finding someone who is able to provide an unbiased, thoughtful perspective can improve your life profoundly. All of us encounter obstacles and face difficulty. In response to that difficulty, we may develop coping strategies that no longer serve us.
Making the choice to go to therapy is not the easiest one you will ever make, but it is among the most powerful. Whether you are struggling to cope with recent changes in your life or have made the choice to address long-standing issues in a new way, finding someone who is able to provide an unbiased, thoughtful perspective can improve your life profoundly. All of us encounter obstacles and face difficulty. In response to that difficulty, we may develop coping strategies that no longer serve us.
(516) 252-0344 View (516) 252-0344
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Jennifer Ryan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Syosset, NY 11791
I am a Mental Health Counselor-LP with a background in Psychology and Sociology. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, families, parents, and successfully coordinating with schools. We will target your maladaptive thoughts and behaviors by utilizing techniques tailored to your needs. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Play Therapy. Together we will learn how to manage our emotion regulation and distress tolerance, while building our interpersonal effectiveness and mindfulness skills.
I am a Mental Health Counselor-LP with a background in Psychology and Sociology. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, families, parents, and successfully coordinating with schools. We will target your maladaptive thoughts and behaviors by utilizing techniques tailored to your needs. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Play Therapy. Together we will learn how to manage our emotion regulation and distress tolerance, while building our interpersonal effectiveness and mindfulness skills.
(516) 973-1248 View (516) 973-1248

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Self-Harming Therapists

How does therapy for self-harm work?

A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.

Which therapies are best for self-harm?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.

Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?

Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.