Veterans Therapists in Purling, NY

I bring a supportive, strong, and collaborative space for those who are looking to work on themselves, gain clarity, and resolve a variety of issues that may hold a person back from their potential. I use an eclectic approach that provides a personalized therapy experience that meets your needs. In addition I specialize in working with teens, adults, families, couples and veterans.

I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) Army war veteran and psychotherapist. My experience includes working with military, veterans, immigrants, domestic violence survivals and generational trauma. I am trained on EMDR and somatic . I provide you a safe environment to help you on your journey of healing.

Hi there; My name is Charles A. Weinberg, LCSW/R, FAPA, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/R therapist based in New York. In the past 38+ years, I have worked with individuals, couples, adolescents, and families seeking counseling, both inline, online, and in my private and Government practices. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including trauma or emotional abuse, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, adolescent issues, parenting problems, career challenges, and other presentations.

A safe and non-judgmental space for you. I create a nurturing environment in which you can explore your feelings and challenges safely. My orientation is mostly psychodynamic, I also practice mindfulness techniques as a way for you to stay present, engaged, and anxiety free. I am supportive but will challenge you to work hard to get the most out of treatment. I have trained in university counseling centers, state hospitals, and veterans' hospitals, treating people with a range of presenting problems and diagnoses, from everyday stressors to severe and persistent mental illness.

Our lives are often filled with ups and downs, twists and turns, most of which we can usually navigate quite well on our own. Sometimes, the challenges we encounter can become overwhelming and we may need help to get through them. And sometimes talking to someone who understands what you’re going through and speaks your language can make all the difference. I'm a clinical psychologist and military veteran with specializations in military psychology, addictive disorders, trauma treatment, and treatment of anxiety and depression-related disorders.

Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.

Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.

I am the daughter of immigrants as well as a veteran of the US Army, so I help with issues such as trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I also have experience with Depression, Anxiety, and Mood disorders. I can also assist with clients that may be dealing with self esteem, family, and couples issues. I can provide support and techniques to help cope with these issues. We would work on building better mindful techniques, build up self esteem, and coping strategies.

I specialize in working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, personality disorders, and trauma. I work with kids, adults, LGBTQIA+, and Veterans utilizing an eclectic mix of evidence-based, person-centered treatment modalities including Mindfulness, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I offer a non-judgmental, welcoming, safe space to explore and process difficult emotions so clients can heal and grow through a collaborative, individualized approach.

Do you ever wonder why you’re not feeling great emotionally & can’t pinpoint the root cause exactly? I work from an emotionally driven place. What that means is together we will explore your feelings & peel away the layers until we figure out what is happening inside to trigger these negative emotions. My role in your journey through healing and finding your inner peace is to gain an understanding of where we are coming from and sort through the chaos and turmoil we feel inside. From there we can work our way up & create new beginnings with new positive emotions and gain a renewed sense of being, a renewed sense of purpose.

NOT currently accepting new clients. On leave Feb-May 2024. Starting therapy for the first time or re-initiating therapy after a break can be daunting; but most things worth doing involve some risk. Many of my clients are quite successful, but are unsatisfied with certain aspects of their life such as self-confidence, mood, relationships, or sleep. Whether you are seeking support during a difficult period of your life, relief from anxiety, rest from your struggle with insomnia, regained security after a traumatic event, healing after a loss, or simply deeper self-knowledge: Therapy is a risk worth taking.

I have a wealth of experience working with those struggling with addiction, codependency, mood disorder, anxiety, trauma and a multitude of life issues such as grief, coping with medical diagnosis, injury and illness, loss of career, and divorce. I am certified in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, EAGALA, Animal-Assisted Therapy and Integrative Meridian Therapy. In addition, I am a Certified Clinical Military Counselor and have years of experience working with Veterans.

Chris has over a decade of experience working with a diverse population. Through his experience as a therapist, he is well equipped to work with a wide array of clients. His experience as a first responder uniquely positions him to work with police, firefighters, emergency medical providers and military. Chris is also trained in motivational interviewing and CBT which positions him well to work with clients navigating life transitions, depression, anxiety and substance use disorders.

In my practice, individuals who are dealing with mental health concerns will find a supportive, safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings. My approach is person-centered which means that I will meet each client where they are at in the counseling process and help them work toward their individual or relational goals.

"Get busy living, or get busy dying." If you haven't seen Shawshank Redemption, maybe you should. Maybe it's just me, but reading all the profiles here seems a bit tedious since we are all essentially saying the same things. As an Army Veteran and a solution-focused pragmatist, I like to cut to the chase. The bottom line is that we've ALL survived something in our lives and fall into one of two basic categories; either those who just don't die or those who come back to living. So which category are you in?

Dr. Erica M. Ponteen, PhD, LCSW is an adjunct lecturer at NYU, Silver School of Social Work. She is also an Adjunct Professor at SUNY, Empire State College in the Human Services department. Dr. Ponteen earned her master’s degree at NYU, Silver School of Social Work and Ph.D. from Fordham University, Graduate School of Social Service. Her studies focus on trauma informed clinical practice, women mental health, and military social work in the clinical therapeutic and research settings. Dr. Ponteen is a licensed clinical social worker who is the founding owner of PowHerful and Brilliant Beyond Measure, LLC in NY and NJ.

My areas of focus include but are not limited to helping individuals with issues of mood such as Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Fear, and Bi-Polar. For couples, I share principles that make relationships work. I can help couples work through issues of infidelity, or help rebuild their fondness and admiration. I help families work through life transitions like, having a baby, parenting teens, or retirement. I work with Survivors of abuse, Addiction, and Trauma. I also conduct Critical Incident Stress Debriefings for First Responders (EMS, Fire, & Police).

You are aware that you need to change, but are fearful of the consequences. Your thoughts and feelings create behaviors that are unproductive and painful. I have been in practice since 1987, working with individuals who are willing to learn healthier, more productive coping skills. Individuals, couples and families struggling with addiction, trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression have successfully worked toward positive goals and outcomes when willing to prioritize and allow our innate resilience to lead the way. Active/Retired first responders, military, adolescents and adults, LGBTQ, disabled, all welcome.

I have an extensive history in the medical field as I was a Physical Therapist in a rehab hospital prior to becoming a Social Worker. I worked with traumatically injured Spinal Cord, TBI, Stroke, and amputee patients as well as orthopedic, but my focus was neurological patients. As a Social Worker, I have worked at the VA. I have also worked with veterans, first responders and LEOs, patients with s addiction, and in hospice. I currently work with incarcerated sex offenders.