Therapists in Riverhead, NY

The journey of life is one filled with joy, happiness, sadness, disappointments, loss and renewal. I feel my goal as a psychologist is to enable a child, adolescent, young adult, and adult find the strength to review life's troubling issues and form new perceptions which enables different outlooks on problems. I feel the only problems in life are situations that can not be resolved. Many times the resolutions are not what we thought life would offer us, but that is what we have. Book written by Dr. Pitta: "Solving Modern Family Dilemmas: An Assimilative Therapy Approach".

As a clinical psychologist with over 30+ years of experience, I believe the purpose of therapy is to work together to face issues until they are resolved. It is important to feel some relief. As a good listener I have strong empathetic skills. I provide a warm, accepting and non-judgmental setting where a positive alliance can be formed. Therapy is a place to feel understood, to unload, share, but is also result oriented. Therefore, my approach is interactive. I work with children,adolescents, adults, families and couples.

Thank you for viewing my profile! Taking the first step and contacting a therapist can be intimidating and takes courage. Therapy looks different for every person, couple, or family seeking treatment. I am an experienced, skilled, caring therapist who works with adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families.I strive to meet people where they are at, from a non-judementaly standpoint. I believe that all people have a right to determine their own path to fulfillment and it is a great priviledge and responsibility of mine to help.

Are you looking to develop a healthy, positive mind set about yourself, relationships and achieve goals? Master anxiety and stress to perform, feel and think at your best? The unique programs I offer combine the latest scientific researched strategies of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Yoga therapy and utilize advances in technology (biofeedback,virtual reality and neurofeedback. I am a recognized expert in treating anxiety, phobias, PTSD, stress, body image and weight issues. Contact me www.cbt-newyork.com Make lifelong changes, Authored: "The Idiots Guide to Cognitive Behavior Therapy", Penguin, 2014.and" Virtual Reality & Biofeedback for Fear of Flying Phobia"

Welcome. Live! Love! Dream! Enjoy life! My name is Risa Levenson, Ph.D. and I am a licensed psychologist, hypnotist, and reiki healer. I have been a psychologist for over 20 years and enjoy using hypnosis to assist my clients in achieving their goals/dreams. Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. I truly enjoy and get great pleasure from watching my clients accomplish their goals and achieve what they want out of life. I believe positive words create positive outcomes. We all need to be nicer to self and treat self as you would a best friend. Be kind.

I believe that positive reinforcement and approach in life can help people with individual and interpersonal challenges. I specialize in Marriage and Family therapy, couples counseling, anxiety, depression and anger management. I am a clinical fellow of The American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, where I expand my professional expertise (in addition to my clinical work) to optimize therapeutic services provided to my patients.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice for 20+ years. I specialize in providing cognitive behavioral therapy and schema-focused cognitive therapy. I treat a wide variety of problems, such as anxiety disorders (panic disorder, social anxiety, phobias, OCD), depression, low self-esteem, relationship problems, compulsive overeating, weight loss/management, addictions and more. I work with adults, in individual and couples therapy. My approach is solution-oriented, and through the process of our collaborative effort, our overarching goal is to help you to achieve positive change that will help you to feel better and to improve your life.

As your therapist, I will help you know yourself in a deeper way. In doing so, you will be better equipped to enact changes in your life that will lead to greater happiness and a sense of well-being. We cannot erase negative past experiences. We can, however, work together to help you to better understand and to respond to these experiences in more constructive ways. Using a variety of therapeutic approaches, I will help you to become more aware of your long standing, negative behavioral patterns which are getting in your way of resolving challenges and of establishing and meeting your goals in life.

Life is not always easy. Sometimes it throws challenges our way that we feel like we can't handle. Starting therapy is tough. Living day to day life can also be exhausting. Just being human alone is exhausting, but even harder when we put pressure on ourselves to live up to a certain unrealistic expectation. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker with advanced training from The Training Institute for Mental Health in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. I have worked with children and families for over 25 years. I specialize in working with adults and teens who are struggling with anxiety, depression and trauma.

I utilize Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Informed treatments. I work with children, adolescents and adults with many challenges including ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship challenges, family conflict, trauma, insomnia, and life and career challenges. I am an excellent listener, very empathetic, easy to talk to, and nonjudgmental. I create a relaxed, supportive environment where you can feel comfortable sharing and grow through guided self-exploration and varying perspectives.

My practice focuses on helping adults, couples, adolescents, and children. I help patients to lose weight, quit smoking, manage anger and stress, improve self-esteem and overcome phobias. I also work with patients on a variety of other issues including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, obsessional thoughts, compulsive behaviors and PTSD. I aim to help my patients form better habits in their daily routines to improve happiness and energy levels.

Before I came to New York, I was a lecturer in medical school and a neuroscientist. I was interested in the wonders of the brain from a scientist's point of view. My focus, over the last decade, has shifted from the brain to the mind. I think of psychoanalysis as a profound journey of understanding of oneself. Its purpose is to help people to understand feelings, behaviors, and habits that are troubling to them and to enrich their lives with new creativity, more fulfilling careers, and more meaningful relationships.

I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.

I am a psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, anger management, ADHD, depression, marital issues, political anxiety, covid anxiety, and adjustment issues in teens, young adults and married couples. My experience also includes working with various DSM-V disorders in addition to managing school based issues. Many of my clients encounter frustration when their concerns impact their daily lives, and I take the time to listen closely to their needs, and empower them to successfully navigate their challenges.

It is my belief that seeking help is a courageous step that should be commended. Therapy offers us an opportunity to get to know ourselves, and provides a safe and comfortable space to think about the ways we can make our lives better. In this space, we come to understand the deeper meanings of the problems we face, gain the emotional tools to solve these problems, and become more confident in the decisions we make. Therapy can help to slow life down, and helps us find a place in it that fits who we are.