Therapists in Astoria, NY

The first step is realizing you're facing a challenge that needs your attention or perhaps you notice things are not flowing for you lately. The second step is realizing that you need assistance processing it to understand it fully, like most of us. The third and last step is deciding to make a change in your life by taking action, and starting a therapeutic relationship with an effective and experienced psychotherapist.

Past, painful experiences are a regular part of the human experience. When those experiences are unexplored and unresolved, they can feel overwhelmingly heavy. They can also be a part of your present; informing your relationships, unhealthy habits, and influencing the way you cope with difficult situations. This can leave you feeling alone, unfulfilled, and disconnected from your life. Therapy is a place where it is safe to unpack these painful experiences and process them in a non-judgmental, compassionate environment.

Do you feel confused, stressed, anxious, or depressed due to a life transition, medical diagnosis, or loss? Are you feeling lonely and frustrated by the lack of intimacy in your life? Maybe you are highly skilled at dealing with life challenges and relationships, but you are feeling overwhelmed by your current circumstances. Perhaps this is your first time seeking support. We guide clients as they explore parts that have not been processed. Together, we will tap into an increased self-awareness. We help clients understand themselves and the root of the emotional pain. We provide 1:1 work and group work with Ketamine Assisted Therapy

Hello! I'm glad you're here. I know how empowering & vulnerable it can be to search for someone to share your story with. Finding the right fit is so important. As a client, you come to sessions with more than just the struggles you are facing. You bring your hopes, values, cultures, needs, & personal stories. I am dedicated to working collaboratively with all my clients in their journey for healing & personal growth in a safe, compassionate, & supportive environment that allows us to show up as exactly who we are.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York State. In my work I find it useful to draw on a variety of clinical perspectives as each client brings to the process a unique set of needs, strengths, and goals.

Working through a multicultural lens, Jessica is committed to helping individuals gain deeper self awareness while exploring the impact of societal pressures and systemic oppression on their sense of self and the challenges they face. Through a blend of cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practice and psychodynamic therapy, Jessica works with individuals and couples to challenge the patterns that keep them “stuck”, increase emotion regulation and understand how the past can impact the present. She uses a person-centered, strength-based approach to reconnect individuals to their inner resources to meet their goals.

Few things are harder than struggling alone. You might be holding onto pain from your family, friends, or past relationships. Or it could feel like you're stuck inside a traumatic event that chains your life. It might feel like no one understands how deeply sad, intensely angry, or desperately helpless you feel. But you're not alone. Healing from trauma is not just a concept; it is an attainable reality. It would be an honor to be invited on your journey towards healing, reparation and building a life worth living. I believe the goal of therapy is not just to stop the suffering, but to create a sustained life of thriving and joy.

Life can bring on challenges that can be difficult to work through without support. I work to provide clients with a safe and welcoming space where in a collaborative effort, we can explore your thoughts, emotions and behaviors. I am dedicated to helping you achieve your therapeutic goals and gain of better sense of self understanding. If you are feeling overwhelmed by any part of your life, we can work together to manage stress, anxiety and depression.

In my years of experience I have come to realize so much about living in the world robs us of our ability to acknowledge our own magic. Therapy should be a safe place for you to begin to reclaim that magic and learn how to discover your own power. By using a "bottom to top" approach to identify how long held, negative beliefs, have kept you reliving and repeating the past, you can finally live in the present. I provide a safe, non judgemental space for you to work through trauma and reclaim the power inherent in you.

Feeling overwhelmed by unpredictable circumstances? Navigating through life’s challenges can be daunting, causing feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, self-doubt, and miscommunication with those around us, leading to development of maladaptive behaviors to cope. These unhealthy behaviors could affect our thoughts, feelings, attachment to others, and who we want to be. If you are an individual, couple or family and are recognizing the need to make changes, you will find a safe, supportive non-judgmental environment, together through the therapeutic process growth can be achieved and nurtured.

Minds Together, LCSW.PC. is a private group practice. Our mission is to improve our community one individual at a time through our culturally diverse and motivated clinicians with the hope that every person seeking treatment with us feels safe, empowered and most important treated as an individual and not as a patient. Minds Together, LCSW. P.C. offers a range of unique services in a safe and nonjudgmental setting for any one seeking therapy where their privacy and comfort is our number one priority. Locations: Astoria, Jackson Heights, and Forest Hills.

Schedule a free consultation easily using this link: calendly.com/brian-ackerman-lmsw/consult. Life would be so much easier without uncomfortable feelings, painful experiences, and inner turmoil, but here we are. As humans, we are the universe getting to know itself, in all our joy and pain. In my practice, I aim to accompany you, using a trauma-informed lens and psychoanalytic approach to explore your unconscious, on your journey inward. I believe each of us has so much to learn and teach from our experiences and perspectives if we can give ourselves the space and self-compassion to process them.

I am a bilingual (Spanish) therapist who approaches each session acknowledging that an individual's reality is unique, with a sense of humor, no judgement, and with a person-centered stance. Trust and vulnerability are not expectations that I hold for initial sessions. I understand that trust is earned and, without it, having an honest dialogue is challenging. You are your own best expert. Together we will tailor a treatment plan with the hope that our work will illuminate the path toward achieving your established goals.

Do you find yourself yearning for connection, yet struggle to voice your wants and needs in your relationships? Are you navigating the complexities of relationships, grappling with the pressure to be "perfect" and make family, friends, and partners happy? Do you feel out of control when different emotions emerge, leaving you afraid and isolated? Are you tired of seeking outside approval? Tired of feeling small and quiet? Maybe you have an understanding where some of these challenges you face have come from. Maybe you're seeking deeper understanding. Whatever it may be, I can help you navigate the problems you're facing internally.

I believe in client centered work and meeting individuals where they're at. One method or therapeutic style does not work for everyone, and I believe in being present and non – judgmental. These are core principles in building a healthy therapeutic alliance. I have held many hats and played many roles in the field and have worked with a wide range of individuals of all ages and backgrounds. I help individuals gain insight and confidence that they can navigate through the world on their own speed and time, helping them to appreciate their process and be proud of whom they are.

Nneka Symister, LCSW, is a therapist specializing in helping women and couples who suffer with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, miscarriage and loss. I use multiple techniques to best serve my clients, including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, interpersonal therapy and mindfulness. I have over a decade of experience helping families build and strengthen their relationships. My past work includes supporting diverse patients in underserved populations, including inner city residents , men and the LGBQIA community.

Have you ever felt like there were 50 tabs open in your mind and you couldn't figure out which one was playing the music? Have you ever wanted to soundboard ideas, process past memories and plan for the future with clarity and confidence? See me as a guide, facilitating your journey to the next phase of you, whether it be in your healing, navigating life transitions, grief, or starting a new venture. I am here as an unbiased support to offer a space of rest. Come as you are, wherever you are, and take a moment for yourself to remember your humanity.

I work with clients who recognize the importance of their mental and emotional well-being and are motivated to actively engage in the therapeutic process. They may experience challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions. They seek a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their emotions, gain insight into their thoughts and behaviors, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Their goals include finding inner peace, enhancing self-awareness, improving relationships, and fostering personal growth. They desire to overcome obstacles, cultivate resilience, and create a fulfilling and meaningful life.

You must be exhausted from life's many challenges and confusion about the state of your life. I am available to help you navigate and bring meaning to your life by listening and validating your feelings as well as providing compassion and support to do the hard work necessary for wellness. Each day is a new present, but traumas from our family origins may prevent us from moving forward. I will work patiently with you to set goals in therapy and work through loss and trauma.