Somatic Therapists in Slaterville Spri, NY

I offer Somatic Experiencing (SE) sessions. Do you struggle with the effects of trauma, stress, neglect or injury? Feeling overwhelmed by issues of social justice and the environment? Living with and talking about these things can cause strong reactions in our bodies that deserve their own approach, in addition to psychotherapy. We want to feel comfortable in our skin - able to rest, feel a sense of belonging and confidently stand up for ourselves and others in a balanced way. SE helps clients navigate painful emotions and memories as the related physical sensations gently become more differentiated and take on new meanings.

I help clients who have a long history of trauma, grief, and loss, experience more frequent breakthroughs and sustained improvement in their symptoms using Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy and an attachment-based, somatic approach to psychotherapy. I use trauma informed care to support you and will work with you to process emotions and address feelings of shame, anger and sadness so that you can better know and accept yourself. I will help you get in touch with your authentic self.

Hi and thanks for reading my profile. My name is Amy and I am a LCSW with almost 40 years of experience. I enjoy working with adults and couples who are experiencing trauma, adversity, anxiety, alienation and depression as there are many approaches and ways to heal. I use an integrative approach and tailor it based on what what you are comfortable with and willing to explore. I always encourage and respect your boundaries. Please email if you would like a free 15" phone consult to see if we are a good fit!

My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative and experiential. I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship through which you can share, express freely, and activate your deepest potential for transformation. I am devoted to the well-being of my clients and provide the best possible therapy to help facilitate insight and growth. Areas of expertise include trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, family dynamic/attachment and relationship. I also offer services for clients working toward specific personal goals in the areas of, student/school, career/improved work-life, purpose and personal potential.

Please note: I currently have a waitlist for new clients - please email. Welcome! I recognize asking for help is no simple task and respect your curiosity in exploring this step. I view therapy as an invitation to delve deeper into your current concerns, personal history, conditioning and defenses in order to reconnect with your true self and experience growth and wellness in your life. Therapy is a unique experience for every person, with the potential to be transformational.

If you are a couple or individual that is struggling or needs support with attachment insecurities, nervous system responses, trauma, anxiety, intimacy issues, sexual concerns, PTSD, and or relationship dissatisfaction; I am here to support you and give you tools to heal. I am an open, warm, empathic therapist that is kink affirming and sex positive. I enjoy helping couples and individuals find their way to more passion, desire, connection, and love. I use scientifically proven and evidence based therapy models to support growth, change, and increased confidence.

I believe all people have a deep well of resources for healing and growth within them that life experiences and the noisy world cover up. The work, as I see it, is about regaining access to that well so healing and growth can lead to a free, emotionally flexible and meaningful life. Whether it's the kind of anxiety that feels intolerably constant or the kind that limits you socially, or a sense of not being good enough, or a sense of being lonely or broken, I work best with people who are ready for things to be different. People who've tried a lot of things but still struggle in the same or similar old ways.

I believe the usefulness of therapy lies in the relationship the counselor and client create together. It is there that the client is able to safely explore the challenges of life. Within that relationship, personal strengths are cultivated, while weaknesses are identified and skills developed to inform how best to navigate through one's life fully. I have worked with students struggling under the pressures of academia; couples working to keep a relationship strong; couple's in the midst of separation/divorce; Individuals struggling with depression and anxiety.

Hey there, and welcome to this next part of your journey. Let’s take a moment to recognize that you are a total badass for just being here, and surviving whatever it is that has brought you to this place. It takes courage to explore working with a therapist, whether it’s your first or fifth time searching for the right connection. Here’s what I will always strive to provide for you: a safe and judgment-free space, where we hold a deep respect for what you’ve been through, and honor the resources you contain within yourself to have survived to this point.

Welcome! Everyone goes through challenges at some point in their lives, and we all need support in difficult times. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, injury, trauma, or other challenges, therapy can provide the tools you need for renewed hope, healing, and transformation. I believe in a therapeutic relationship grounded in kindness, trust, and empathy. During our sessions, I will listen deeply and non-judgmentally to your unique experience. Our relationship can be the catalyst for positive change in your life.

If you want to change thought patterns or behaviors, you may need to work with your body because it too has developed habits that support your cognitive and emotional habits. What distinguishes me as a psychotherapist is the amount of attention I give to the bodily components of mental/emotional habits and the resources I can bring to improve the body-mind connection. In my practice I use EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Neurofeedback (direct brain-training), and EFT (tapping to get traumatic memories unstuck).

Accepting New Clients - Welcome! Are you a college student? Professional? I enjoy working with people from different backgrounds, and have helped numerous people to heal, reduce symptoms, and essentially have a more fulfilling life. Common issues I work with include anxiety, grief/loss, relationship concerns, stressors of student life, trauma/abuse, phobias, significant life changes, and parenting challenges. My approach is highly individualized, and I am able to put clients at ease right from the start.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with eight years of experience in providing individual, couples/family, and group counseling. I enjoy working with a variety of individuals and utilize interventions tailored to their needs. I utilize CBT, elements of IFS, mindfulness, psychodynamic, compassion focused, strengths based, solution focused interventions and others. If you’re curious about how therapy can help you achieve your goals, I would love to help you start the journey!

Therapy sessions with me look a lot like a conversation. I believe that you ultimately know yourself, and I am here to be a guiding source and facilitator within the room. Depending on your needs, I can provide resources to coping mechanisms, practices and tools to take outside of our sessions. I can also be someone who listens without judgment. Therapy can be nerve racking, so I am open to listening and changing things up depending on how you grow and what you need. I love to learn and am always trying to create a positive therapy experience for you.

I specializes in adults and adolescents presenting with neurodiversity, history of trauma, grief and loss, children/adolescents of Alcoholics/substance abusers, those with anxiety or depression, and those having difficulty with interpersonal relationships. I offer a variety of individualized modalities, including DBT, CBT, interpersonal therapies, mindfulness and movement techniques to foster more self-awareness in the therapeutic process and beyond. I also have experience working in schools, particularly supporting family of origin issues related to addiction, as well as working with adults, adolescents, and the LGBTQIA+ community.

Taking time to sort through your thoughts and feelings with someone safe and very present is one of the greatest gifts to give yourself. I'm here to help you find relief, understand, heal, integrate, and grow. Through warm acceptance, genuine presence, and attuned reflections, I build a trusting partnership. Together in this supportive, emotionally engaged alliance, we create the experiences that deepen your relationship with self and others. In this new self-awareness, I help you reconnect with your innate strengths. Using these capabilities, I will guide you to develop successful skills and coping strategies to reach your goals.

I view mental health challenges as stemming from lived experiences. Family dynamics, traumas, and other events impact our ability to regulate emotions, know and accept ourselves, trust others, and form intimate and gratifying relationships. I believe both the body and mind are central components of therapeutic growth and healing. A main focus in my work has been the body-mind relationship in recovery from sexual violence, and I have also worked extensively with university students challenged by multicultural and diversity issues, and associated feelings of anxiety and depression.

Accepting New Clients- Hello and welcome! Looking for a therapist, that is a good fit, can be challenging. Our work together is tailored to your unique needs and preferences. While accepting clients of all ages, I have a special interest in working with adults after graduating high school or entering college, maternal mental health and supporting parents and caregivers navigate life transitions and challenges.

I’ve been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor for 20 years, working the last 10+ years in private practice in Ithaca, NY. While I have an office on N. Tioga Street in downtown Ithaca, the majority of my meetings happen online. I take a collaborative approach to this work and draw on my experience and education to provide an individualized approach to therapy. I work with people who are managing acute or chronic physical illness, pain and the often complicated diagnostic process.