Therapists in Tivoli, NY

Getting support is more important than ever. I help clients adjust to change, including loss, overcome difficulties with relationships of all kinds, address attachment issues, PTSD, and anxiety. I work collaboratively—a strong connection between therapist and client is the foundation of good therapy. Listening deeply to clients, I draw on 40 years as a somatic practitioner (incl. 10 years as a massage therapist) and use intuition, empathy, compassion, and humor to help guide the process. I integrate proven and effective mind-body techniques to alleviate chronic stress and pain and achieve wellness through life-style changes.

If you are reading this profile you've likely made the brave decision to seek help, which is to be applauded. I am a psychotherapist with 12 years' experience in psychiatric crisis management and clinical psychotherapy. As a practitioner I believe it is important to explore how family of origin issues inform an individual of their self-worth, belongingness in the world and the ability to develop healthy relationships with others. Once we've discovered where the core of a false narrative was created, we can begin to develop alternative ways of thinking and feeling.

You worry all the time about being judged by other people. You feel disconnected from your body and, at the same time, feel like it’s all you think about. You question what you say, how your body looks, if you’re doing things “right,” and there are so many times where your mind feels like it’s on a hamster wheel that you can’t stop. You feel on edge all day and sometimes even feel like you may be having a heart attack. You don’t feel like you fit in anywhere. You’ve been made fun of before for so many different parts of who you are. You’ve been called weird or have been misunderstood at work, in your family, and even in some of your dating relationships. You’ve struggled to find someone who feels like a good fit romantically, and you’re worried there’s something wrong with you. You want to feel more connected to yourself again…

If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, or loss, you do not need to go through it alone. You deserve guidance, support, and comfort. I often work with people who are experiencing difficult emotions, sometimes connected to past events. I also help individuals who are struggling in their relationships or have experienced some kind of loss. Regardless of your circumstance, we will work together to find you a sense of relief.

My focus is on helping adults, families, and children in overcoming personal and relational barriers using a collaborative approach and creative expression. I encourage your own capacity to heal within the framework of a safe and trusting therapeutic environment, integrating psychodynamic, somatic, and Internal Family Systems-based interventions as well as the artistic process. In my work with families and children, my goal is to support secure, healthy attachments and foster communication, no matter what has come in the way.

Welcome. Sometimes you need to Talk it out and sometimes you might need to Clear things out; they are different processes. There is HOPE. At times in our lives when we feel stuck from small 'traumas' and big traumas and unhappy with where we are, it is invaluable to have someone to assist you, to listen to you, to remind you who you really are and that you are not alone. Remember: Every problem or situation houses the solution. We can find that solution together. ALL ARE WELCOME ~ LOVE IS LOVE

You know yourself best, and although I have worked with parents and caregivers, couples, teens, and adults for more than 25 years, my experience has only deepened my commitment to deeply collaborative work with clients. If you are looking for partnership and support in finding your way through mental health challenges, life challenges, or transitions, I look forward to connecting to discuss how I might be helpful to you.

I began my journey providing therapy in 2013. Having 8 years of experience working with adults and adolescents. My primary focus revolves around trauma. I believe we are all capable of living a life worth living. For some this may mean working through past trauma, changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, understanding influence over environment, having a positive support system, and building mastery in areas. Life needs balance. In order to be in balance we must have awareness, insight, action, and rejuvenation. I take a strength based approach to promote a healthy and balanced mind, body and soul.

People come, or come back, to therapy for lots of reasons. You might be experiencing a crisis or maybe you've identified a behavior that isn't working anymore. Perhaps you only know that you feel awful and need something to change. You might even be doing okay but have the desire to show up to life in a more open and whole hearted way. Therapy can help.

***I am currently not accepting new clients to my counseling practice, however, I am currently offering parenting training only at PEPTalks360.com*** I provide person-centered, non-judgmental parent counseling and training with the goal of improving your family's quality of life and your relationship with your child by reducing conflict, improving your effectiveness as a parent, and increasing your child's independence.

Accepting new patients. Evening and daytime openings. You want to understand things, and you want to feel better. Talking to friends and family helps but speaking with a professional is different. You need someone who can truly listen, prioritize your goals and values and offer useful feedback, supported by knowledge, training and experience . Empowering you to move in the direction you desire. If you want to deepen your understanding of yourself and your patterns, gain insight into dynamics that were hidden below the surface of your relationships and make changes that will move you closer to a satisfying life, let's begin today.

It can be challenging to ask for help (especially when you don't know what to expect or have been disappointed in the past) but the benefits of therapy are immense. Whatever you're struggling with, talk therapy proves to be one of the most effective ways to identify unhealthy patterns and better understand ourselves. The origins of mental and emotional pain are mysteriously complex sometimes, but it's often related to unmet emotional needs and feelings of shame that drive negative thinking and impulsive/restrictive behaviors that make it harder to get better. Let's work together to help you find lasting change.

At one time or another, any one of us may feel overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. We may feel we are alone in our suffering or going through something no one else can understand. We may turn to drugs, alcohol or reckless behaviors. Our relationships suffer, our identity and self-worth collapse, and the vision we have for a happy, fulfilled future seems impossible to achieve. For many, therapy provides the guidance, skills, support and insight to unravel the source of suffering and change limiting thoughts, beliefs and behaviors into healthy, adaptive ones.

I offer compassionate support to those facing mood disorders, existential issues, sexuality, family issues, spirituality concerns, life path issues, trauma, anxiety, and a range of psychological and personal challenges. I seek to connect with clients in a patient and exploratory manner, providing insight and relief for those who seek it. Genuineness, authenticity, and acceptance are central to my practice and I strive to bring this into every moment. I am based out of Infinity Mental Health Counseling in New Paltz and offer in-person sessions, telehealth, and hiking therapy. I work with teens (16+) and adults of all ages.

You have been feeling stuck in an unhealthy dynamic either with yourself or another person and looking to expand yourself and reach your potential. We will work together to identify and move beyond this limited space. I work collaboratively and experientially with individual adults to discover the resources they need to skillfully face daily challenges, achieve their goals and live more fully. I have a deep respect for each person's worldview and ability to heal themselves and a longtime spiritual practice that has laid the foundation for my approach to clinical work

Many people struggle with finding balance in our rapidly changing world. My focus is on helping people make the changes they want to see in their lives, starting from the inside and working outward into relationships, work, and life as a whole. I work from a trauma-informed consciousness, with an interest in neuroscience, supported by awareness of the effects of toxic stress on the body, mind, and emotions. I work to help people develop a relationship with core self that supports finding balance amidst career discernments, relationship shifts, and changes in life direction.