Dr. Lerner is a clinical and forensic psychologist, author, speaker, and emotional wellness consultant who focuses on helping people through challenging experiences. He is president of Lerner Psychological Services, P.C. in Melville, New York. As chairman & CEO of The National Center for Emotional Wellness, Inc., Dr. Lerner regularly provides practical information, training and support for organizations and corporations, educational institutions, healthcare providers and first responders around the world. Dr. Lerner specializes in the evaluation of law enforcement candidates and the confidential care of all first responders.

Do you struggle with finding your balance and maintaining peace? Are you repeating the same negative patterns, feeling stagnant, ashamed, anxious and overwhelmed? I will work with you to build solutions that fit you when you have: the desire to improve any aspect of your life• trouble adjusting to a new situation or life transition• conflicts that keep you from being closer to people you care about• anxiety• depression• lack information or embarrassment about sex• questions about relationships or sexual health..... I hold space for you to discuss and explore personal related topics confidentially without shame and judgement.

Taking those first steps towards seeking help is no easy task, so take a brief moment to congratulate yourself on your initial efforts! Throughout my years of experience, it has been my mission to assist individuals to improve their emotional lives and to help them find the peace they are seeking. I have extensive experience working with adults, teens and children. I have successfully helped individuals struggling with relationship issues, addictions, anxiety, depression, parenting issues and various family/life conflicts.

Sometimes life brings us challenges we aren’t always prepared for, struggling with a new diagnosis, adjusting to a life transition, difficulties associated with care taking, loss of a loved one or facing loss and grief. I offer support to motivate clients, broaden their coping skills and encourage them to reach their highest potential. I use a compassionate and client centered approach and treat each client and family individually. We will work collaboratively to identify your goals and create a plan to develop new strategies to manage life's challenges.

Anxiety, worry, depression, feeling lost and out of control can affect us at different times in our lives, but when these feelings become overwhelming, or are interfering with leading a happy, productive life, we search for help and answers. I commend you on taking the first step toward wholeness. Together we will work on building the necessary tools and skills utilizing evidence-based theraputic approaches. The goal is to empower you to work through your current issue and any future ones. We will start from where you are now and work towards where you are determined to go.

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. According to Maya Angelou – “Courage: the most important of all the virtues because without courage, you can’t practice any other virtue consistently.” John F. Kennedy stated, “Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction.” Here at Mindful Therapy Group we will help you find your direction and believe in your purpose. We will give you the tools and help teach you to build the life that you want. Lou Holtz, “It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it.”

Life can be easier! Learn specific tools in each session to reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and simply work through life's challenges. Over the last 10 years I have guided many individuals, families, couples, and groups to a new state of understanding and personal growth in their lives. I specialize in helping adults and children struggling with issues related to anxiety, panic attacks, depression, school refusal, divorce, and PTSD.. My style of counseling fosters personal growth and family cohesion in a warm, friendly, and safe environment.

Therapy can be a powerful force when one is ready and willing to bring about change and healing. As a therapist, I will work collaboratively with you to ensure that we identify and build on strengths, explore different pathways in managing challenges, and work on creating a more positive, and gratifying life. I work with children, adolescents, and adults on a wide range of topics that includes managing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, major life changes, and childhood trauma. I am rooted in psychodynamic psychotherapy however, I tailor my therapeutic treatments based on your individual needs.

Welcome! Today is a really big day for you. You made a decision to make a change in your life for the better. You are to be congratulated and supported for this. Making these changes can get very complicated along the way. Are you ready to take the necessary steps to be the change you are looking for? Do you want to exceed your own expectations in your life? Are you focused, humble and willing to consider the thoughtful input of others in order to achieve your goals? If your answer is "yes" to these questions - then let's begin! One thing to consider... nothing changes if nothing changes.

"Every day begins with an act of courage and hope". I am so happy today you found my page.

As a trained psychotherapist, I understand how anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, addiction, and major transitions can lead us to feel disconnected from ourselves and others. I will work with you with compassion, guiding you to effectively make changes and discover and create new habits that better serve you in creating the life that you want. My goal is to support you during these life changes and assist you with developing the skills to be successful in your journey. I have a passion for working with pregnant women and new parents to help them adjust to this new role and manage the stress related to this major life change.

Therapy is the first step in investing in yourself. I am a NYS licensed clinical social worker. My mission is to provide guidance and support to you without judgement in a safe, therapeutic environment so that you can focus your sessions on creating the positive life and perspective that you seek. Starting at the first session, I will work with you on creating a treatment plan as step one in order to gain a healthy perspective on your priorities. I have experience working with clients from diverse social and cultural backgrounds. I also have experience working with families, child/adolescents, adults and couples.

Life is hard enough. You don't need to do it alone. If you or a loved one is struggling, Give me a call. If I can't help, I'll do my best to find you the help you need.

Samantha L. Maietta, LCSW is a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in treatment of complex and/or co-occurring mental health and neurodevelopmental conditions, which include Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and other behavioral, emotional, and social difficulties across the lifespan. She received her Master's degree from New York University's Silver School of Social Work. Samantha's clinical training has entailed providing evidence-based treatment at Einstein College of Medicine and Lenox Hill Hospital.

Dealing with being overweight has an enormous impact on everything about us. Many of us manage so many things and don't understand why this issue is so hard and different for us. We can become critical and feel defeated. We do, however, have realistic solutions-we just have to unlock our obstacles. I specialize in helping my clients work through these all too familiar patterns in a supportive and empathetic way. Maintaining my own 100+ pound weight loss has given me tremendous insight on managing a lifelong mental battle with obesity. Treatment helps you cope with life's obstacles.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, helpless, or just need someone to talk to, then, Joy-Hee is here to listen to your life story and help you begin your road to healing and joy. She has specialized training and many years of experience serving individuals and families affected by relationship abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, intellectual developmental disabilities, marriage conflicts, familial/parenting/parental/life transitional issues, and low self-esteem.

Life can be difficult to navigate at times and we may need help along the way, especially during these uncertain times. During these challenging times, it can be difficult to feel heard, understood or supported. I am here to listen, encourage and support you. I am here to help you develop new ways of coping and improving your quality of life. Therapy is a unique journey. My goal for you is to guide you in restoring balance within your body & mind, learn how to get unstuck and to help you in strengthening the connection to your authentic self.

There is nothing more exciting then working with the resiliency of the human spirit, whether it is individual, child, co-joint, marital or family therapy. I have advanced training in psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT and interpersonal treatment modalities. My hope is to create a safeplace so you can explore and grow while managing the ups and downs of this journey we call life.

"What lies before you and what lies behind you are tiny matters compared to what lies within you." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. For those who wish to be the best they can be, to heal and strive and connect, therapy can help you achieve the highest quality of your life. Your unique strengths will be uncovered and cultivated to help you meet the challenges before you. You will be guided and nurtured to achieve and exceed your goals, to take the risks necessary to fulfill your dreams. The time to start is now!

As a therapist who believes there is not just "one way" to do treatment, I use an integrative approach to helping my patients. I am a practitioner with a unique perspective having a background ranging from business to mental health. Counseling and psychotherapy are 'teamwork' approaches to problem solving that should be as unique as the person seeking help.