Compassion Focused Therapists in Nassau County, NY

Life presents challenges to us all, but when anxiety, depression, chronic pain, chronic health conditions and stressful life circumstances get in the way of living, people may need help to implement new coping strategies. Therapy need not be an extended process. Effective approaches are short-term whenever possible. A major focus is to provide evidence-based and compassion-focused approaches.

If you’re looking for help, there is a good chance that you've felt overwhelmed by your thoughts and feelings, or felt lost in your relationships or life itself. I collaborate with each individual and couple, helping them feel understood and seen, rather than jumping to any quick-fix solutions. Using principles and skills drawn from both skills based and compassion focused approaches, I strive to help clients learn more about their underlying values, sense of self, and patterns that have played out in their lives. Through this process, we work collaboratively to develop the skills and insight to move towards fulfillment and purpose.

The path to a life of peace, joy, and harmony lies ahead, and it's ok to need a little help in getting there. The foundation of my practice is based on two core principles: the importance of building a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship, and the belief that life's challenges provide an invaluable opportunity for personal growth. It takes courage to reach out for support and guidance, particularly if you’re going through a tough time; feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, having issues in your relationships, or if you're feeling ready to work through past traumas. Counseling can be transformative for these issues.

Through out my experiences with different client populations with unique life challenges I have come to appreciate emotional turmoil and addictive behaviors and to understand where these problems originate. I have learned to appreciate that what the individual needs is a non judgmental environment where he or she can identify the path to a healthy life and hope.

Have you been feeling disengaged from the life you once enjoyed or have gone through a difficult experience and can’t seem to get back to yourself? Do you feel like you can’t get through your day, connect with your loved ones, or take care of the things that you need to? These emotions can feel extremely scary and isolating. You may be thinking that there is something wrong with you or are feeling guilty and ashamed for having such thoughts. It seems like no one can understand you. If any of this speaks to you, therapy may be the right space for you to work through the struggle.

My goal as a counselor is to provide clients with a safe space to share their concerns, struggles, and difficulties, and work towards goals of happiness, stability, and serenity. A main focus of my work is to help each client to achieve a connection between mind, body, and soul; to reach a sense and feeling of peace in the present moment. Sometimes, this includes healing wounds of the past. I firmly believe in meeting the client where they are at, and working together, step-by-step, on moving forward.

Welcome to my virtual office! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 30 years of experience who has worked in a variety of clinical settings (community, healthcare, hospital and in private practice). I provide counseling for a full range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression and coping with life’s stressors. I have expertise in Geriatrics and Palliative Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and provide a compassionate and client centered focus. You or a loved one can participate in virtual counseling from the comfort and safety of your own home.

I'm Sandra Jordan, Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years of experience. The greatest lesson I've learned is that the most beautiful person you can be is yourself. Day to day we're faced with traditional/societal "norms" and told if you step outside this box you've somehow fallen short. Many face depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, destructive perfectionism, and more just trying to "measure up". I became a therapist to help people push through to better mental health and wellness.

Helping Hands Psychotherapy, LCSW, P.C. is a group practice staffed by caring and compassionate social workers ready to work with you to help you achieve success. Our mission is to help individuals find their best selves. Through the use of psychotherapy, individuals can work towards finding a balance in their own lives and those of their family members. We help individuals to be able to navigate their feelings, better understand themselves, make difficult decisions and effectively use coping mechanisms to manage stress, relationship conflicts, and life in general.

Over 20 years experience helping adults, children, and adolescents overcome obstacles to greater happiness and success. I bring out and support the special qualities of each and every person at their own level, and provide support, insight, understanding and practical solution focused guidance and assistance. I'm a great listener & easy to to talk to! Professional but not intimidating; easy-going, compassionate and understanding; I make counseling-therapy an engaging, pleasant, helpful experience, and provide strategies, tools, insight and advice for you to self-improve and feel relief. Don't wait. Call me!

My name is Deb Viola and I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker. We are a group of compassionate, caring and professional therapists. We have been assisting individuals and couples in creating a healthier and happier life. We have had success in empowering clients to implement positive change in their lives. Through thoughtful understanding and compassion, we can help you make your desired life a reality. We work with clients to identify conflicts, negative patterns and sources of stress in their lives and help facilitate self-awareness and positive change. ** During this challenging time Telehealth is available!

Hi, I'm Gayle. If you're feeling alone, overwhelmed, or just plain stuck, you might not want to talk to your friends about it or you might worry that your family won't understand. That's where I come in: I believe in the power of listening and the resilience of people. I can help you dig in, move forward, and get un-stuck! I specialize in couples counseling, anxiety and depression, and life transitions, and whether you're in crisis or just need some guidance, I can help.

Trauma impacts all areas of life. We may experience sudden, intrusive memories of childhood experience. We may struggle to manage our own children, and we may have problems connecting with others and building healthy relationships. Psychotherapy can help you re-frame your experience, and assist you in identifying, clarifying and prioritizing your values and coping skills, opening the door to a more meaningful life.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years of repeated success guiding individuals of diverse backgrounds toward improved mental and emotional health. Providing support to individuals having a tough time being human feels second nature. I didn't grow up in a community that encouraged attention to mental health but going through my own struggles helped me realize its importance. I treat adults, aged 20 and up, who are challenged with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, and trauma.

It can seem scary to talk to someone about your struggles in mental health. My goal is to create a safe, comfortable, and judgement-free environment for you to express your concerns. A space where we can work together to facilitate growth. I aim to build an empathic relationship for you to know that you are seen and heard. As an Asian American myself, I value different cultural backgrounds and strive to work with your culture.

Being a survivor myself, I work with adults who've survived toxic family and unhealthy relationships who are ready to feel safe in their own bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. We will start to discover on a deep level the root of your discomfort and how to set necessary boundaries to build a solid foundation of trust and self-compassion while letting go of what no longer serves you on your journey to finding the next level you! I help break harmful behavior patterns, increase inner strength, identify toxic personalities, build healthy boundaries and relationships, grow supportive networks, and rewire destructive thoughts.

I have experience working with adolescents and families of diverse backgrounds, both in academic and mental health settings. This was a great learning experience and allowed me to connect with individuals on a personal and emotional level. lI have facilitated groups after school, where individuals were invited to a safe space to discuss topics such as academics, family, and any personal problems they were going through. I have provided individual and group psychotherapy during my internship at Helping Hands Psychotherapy and led support groups through the Postpartum Resource Center of New York

My clinical experience is in helping people holistically manage and improve a range of important areas: including personal and professional relationships, understanding one's self-image and identity, and managing emotions such as anger, depression, anxiety, grief, and stress. My therapeutic approach is earnest, flexible, and collaborative in nature. Whether it is learning new coping strategy, helping you connect to your feelings and thoughts, or making sense of something that seems confusing, my aim is to be a fellow traveler alongside you, curiously exploring and offering new perspectives to your experiences.

Amy Goldsheid-Martin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Addiction Specialist. She is a NYS OASAS-Approved Provider for DWI/DUI assessments and assists individuals and families dealing with substance abuse. Amy also helps spouses dealing with co-dependency issues and child welfare cases. Additional services include: individual counseling, marriage counseling, family counseling, parent education, and working with children and adolescents with behavioral and emotional challenges.