Therapists in Oyster Bay, NY

I believe therapy is a gift that allows one's inner strength to emerge while our personal journey through life's experiences makes us who we are. My own journey has led me to my career as a therapist which allows me the honor and opportunity to work together with my clients to recognize their own strengths and limitations in achieving their goals. All this takes place within a strong, non-judgmental, therapeutic relationship that is built on empathy, trust, safety, and compassion. I have a calm, warm, relaxed style and believe in creating a safe space for you where compassion, support, and humour can live.

I am a solution focused therapist with over 25 years of experience helping individuals clarify what it is they want out of life and figuring out the way to get there. I have extensive experience in trauma, substance abuse and logic based therapy. I believe therapy should be both productive and enjoyable. Humor is an important part of the healing process and helps to create a powerful dynamic to achieve results.

I understand how difficult it can be to decide to seek help for life's obstacles. In my practice, my goal is to help my clients become experts on themselves. Every end is a new beginning. If you're challenged with relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, a trauma history, depression, anxiety or have a child or an adolescent who is struggling with behavioral issues, or just looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation and looking to move in a new direction, I encourage you to let me help you with your experiences. I am dedicated to getting to the root of stuck patterns. There are techniques out there!

Working outside of my comfort zone and intervening compassionately with clients who are ready to explore their emotions and personal growth, is something I look forward to each day . I enjoy the opportunity to see the world from her clients’ point of view and offer reflections and support that help clients work towards emotional and mental wellbeing.

You deserve to live a happier and healthier life. Together, we can begin to understand your situation, and then create a plan that will address the issues that are causing you stress. Do you feel overwhelmed with issues that are unmanageable to deal with? Are you unsure about how to achieve your goals? Therapy is a powerful tool utilized to help resolve the problems you are experiencing. It strengthens our coping tools and our sense of self. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, compulsions/addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and developing action plans to address goal setting.

I am a licensed mental health provider in the state of New York. I work with clients with many concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also help many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with dignity, respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, rational-emotive counseling, motivational, and solution-focused therapy.

I treat people who are suffering because of neglect, abuse or trauma and struggling with emotional regulation, substance abuse or addiction, self injury, eating disorders and phobias. I can facilitate use of spirituality and help people connect to meaning in their lives. I use EMDR, Brain Spotting and Heart Centered Hypnotherapy to get to deeply rooted issues for a complete resolution of traumatic history. I have ways to undiagnosed chronic pain, TMJ, migraines and other head pain. Crime Victims can receive therapy from me free of charge if they go through OVS -NYS Office of Victim Services.

***Currently full***Telehealth only* Are you struggling and feeling overwhelmed with life? Life can be hard. Especially in times like these where we are filled with uncertainty. Therapy can help. If you came to this page, it means that a part of you is ready for change. Together we can explore the barriers that have been getting in your way from living the life you want. I promise to create a safe space that is supportive, collaborative, and non-judgmental.

Do you ever feel weighted down by feelings of anxiety, depression, grief, or interpersonal struggles? Life can be tough at times and finding a trusted person to support you is important. I strive to build a therapeutic relationship through trust, caring and respect. I utilize a holistic approach to meet you where you are at. I am trained in various modalities including: cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing and trauma focused approaches. I offer individual, group, couples, and family counseling in person therapy or via telehealth (HIPAA compliant video counseling).

I take a highly interactive, supportive, and collaborative approach to therapy. My goal is to help you function and feel better in the present by addressing the frustrating or repetitive behaviors or cycles that have held you back, Together, we will develop greater insight about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that undermine your relationships and productivity. My hope is that our work together will not only be enriching and meaningful, but that it will create the change you are looking for to live a fulfilling life.

The most therapeutic element in psychotherapy is the relationship between us. You invite me into your interior self which is a special, even sacred, place hiring me as a guide during this phase of your life's journey. Ultimately, our goal is to do things better by initiating new ways of being or putting aside some of the old. Therapy is not escape; it is not blame. It is about better facing the challenges of life, helping ourselves find our way through where we now are, and sometimes it's also about finding our way back to ourselves.

As a humanistically and psychodynamically trained Clinical Psychologist and Creative Arts Psychotherapist I provide treatment for various mental health difficulties for adolescents, adults and families. By utilizing a variety of evidence based therapeutic perspectives, including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, creative arts therapy and EMDR, I help clients discover their innate, creative potential thus resulting in a more satisfied, productive and meaningful life experience. Treatment is determined by assessing an individual's life history and relationships with a focus on current stressors. Each client's personality dynamics and ideal goals are considered as part of a collaborative approach.

It takes courage to engage in professional counseling and when you do it is important that there is a match with your counselor and the modality used. As a counselor I serve people using mindfulness, meditation, whole person approaches. I also incorporate faith based approaches. I work with counselee's that struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma related issues and a variety of other emotional disturbances. I will help you identify the core issues that resulted in your emotional or personal problems and immediately help to develop strategies to resolve these issues.

Mental health counseling demands a level of professionalism and a great deal of dedication. Integrity, genuineness, and a passion for the field of mental health are some of the assets I possess which will allow me to help you achieve your therapeutic goals. I am dedicated to understanding your concerns and identifying a safe way to navigate through them. You will be validated and heard and together we will establish an individualized and collaborative plan that works for you. I utilize a person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and eclectic approach that will cater to your individual needs.

“The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall” Nelson Mandela. I truly believe that anytime one asks for help, it takes strength and courage. Reality of daily stressors or change can sometimes feel overwhelming, but I believe that we all have the power within ourselves to overcome any obstacle. Reality can break you down, make you feel hopeless, helpless. I am here to show you the self-awareness, strength and confidence that we all need sometimes to conquer our fears and see hope for a brighter tomorrow.

Focus on the step in front of you, not the whole staircase. Do you feel hopeless and trapped in an unhealthy cycle? Do you struggle with being trapped in a self-destructive cycle, due to life experiences that influenced your present day thoughts and perceptions about yourself? Are you someone struggling with an eating disorder or an addiction? When working with me, you don’t have to fix your problems overnight nor feel ashamed of where you are in your recovery. We will focus on the small steps needed to get you closer to where you want to be. Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step.