Women's Issues Therapists in Johnstown, NY

We are a small group of independent therapists who have joined together to assist you in gaining empowerment and making decisions aligned with your authentic self. Some of us come with a desire to end deep emotional suffering, others to resolve issues in life whether it is work/school related, family dynamics, or difficulties with interpersonal relationships. Others turn to therapy out of wanting to have a deeper understanding of ourselves and our engagement in repetitive behaviors and viscous cycles that keep us stuck in old patterns, “dysfunctional comfort”.

I specialize in helping people have more satisfaction in all areas of their lives including relationships and work. I am trained to work with many psychological issues and specialize in: Depression issues such as low self esteem, hopelessness and guilt. Anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, and post traumatic stress disorder. Relationship issues including co-dependency and ACOA issues. Grief and bereavement issues including divorce, separation and complicated grief. Women's issues such as binge eating, body image and empowerment in relationships.

Seeking out counseling services is a strength. It means you are willing to acknowledge that a new direction is needed and that you have the courage to face the issue. My mission is to provide you with a safe, caring environment which may foster the ability for you to become clear on your goals and develop the knowledge to achieve them. I believe success in counseling is a combination of gaining valuable insights and developing the goals to achieve peace in your everyday life.

I am a licensed mental health counselor and a credentialed substance abuse counselor. My approach involves exploring thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are presenting challenges in life. Within a safe, non-judgmental environment, I can help identify trouble spots and aid in working towards solutions. I have over 25 years experience working with a variety of populations spanning from young adulthood to geriatrics. I have held both clinical and supervisory positions in a number of inpatient and outpatient settings. My specialties include anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and women's issues.

Are you having difficulty in your relationships and wondering, "how do I make things better?" Are you experiencing a loss of self, feeling confused and/or depressed? Is it difficult to identify your feelings? Have your feelings become too painful to experience on your own? It is only natural to want to avoid feelings that are painful. It is our basic human instinct to avoid anything that is painful especially emotional pain. Unfortunately, avoiding pain results in maladaptive behavior and difficulties within relationships. Avoiding feelings can result in feeling numb and/or loss of self.

I believe that a good relationship with my clients is a necessary precondition to good therapy. I balance compassion and acceptance with a firm, challenging stance. After all, we don't grow from sitting in our comfort zones! My areas of expertise include treating eating, weight, and body image issues, mood and anxiety disorders, and helping people through difficult life transitions. While women's issues are a specialty, I have worked with clients with a range of gender identifications and I aim to provide gender affirming care. My clients are diverse by age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, race, and ethnicity.

I am a very solution focused therapist and Im here to accompany you on your journey. Whether were are dealing with psychological issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, mood disorders etc. or life issues such as marital, custody, teen issues, divorce or job transitions, we are a team to help create the best quality of life that we can.

Currently offering a combination of teletherapy and in person sessions; please visit my website for more details. Is life overwhelming? Experiencing trauma? Are you, or your child, experiencing depression or anxiety, ADHD, have a teen going off to college, going through a divorce or any other life transition? Don't go it alone. Together, we will decide what is the best course of treatment for YOU. I believe in treating each person as the unique individual that they are. I am not a "one size fits all" therapist. We work collaboratively, and make YOU the specialist and director of your own life. Say YES to life again!

Do you feel stuck in neutral or are you always moving in reverse? I help people get unstuck and help them move forward toward the life they desire. I have been a Mental Health Counselor for 30 years and a Life Coach for the past 13 years and believe that anyone can work through anything if they are willing to take the journey.

If you would like to Book an appointment please visit my website at.... www.thelmacostello.com I work with a wide range of behavioral approaches that provide and improve the quality of life people are looking for in their lives. In a quiet comfortable and supportive office, I offer an advanced personalized approach tailored to each individuals needs to help attain the individual growth people are striving for. At the present time in addition to face to face counseling , I am now available for Virtual and Telehealth sessions.at www.thelmacostello.com

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 15 years experience servicing adolescents, adults and families. My experience includes treatments for depression, anxiety, relational issues, anger management, substance abuse, women's issues, sexual and domestic violence as well as parenting issues.

I work best with young adult to middle age groups. The issues that I work best with are: trauma, codependency, life transitions, grief, adult children of substance users, women's issues, depression and anxiety. Clients who seem to connect with me tend to have a sense of humor, are open minded, creative, and have a willingness to challenge their unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. I seek to create a partnership. I offer online sessions only at this time and cannot accept Medicaid or Managed Medicaid plans.

I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral issues, college transitions, family of origin issues, relationships, parenting, self-esteem, social anxiety, social skills, trauma, and women's issues such as pregnancy and postpartum depression and anxiety. I am trained in Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) and Psychological First Aid (PFA) and use various evidence-based practices tailored to your individual needs.

You deserve a life that feels good. We know that even good relationships can get stuck in unhealthy patterns. Do you find that when you are trying to connect with your partner you end up in a cycle of communication that's not helpful or productive? Do you retreat and silence it until next time? There is always next time… Maybe this time they will understand…we become louder in hopes they see how hurt we are.The more we aren't seen and heard the more resentful we become. The explosions become more significant and the intimacy ceases, now you are just resentful roommates. It doesn't have to be this way.

Theresa is a NYS Licensed Mental Health Counselor and ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider with experience treating both chronic and acute mental health concerns. She has worked with all age ranges and has experience in behavioral modification techniques. Primary areas of focus are anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, grief and women's issues.

I have been working with clients as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2021, and I come from a primarily solution-focused narrative approach. As a systemic therapist I understand that although we are individuals, we are part of larger support systems that affect our mental health. Whether you are an individual, family, or part of a relationship, we will work together to emphasize your strengths and progress toward your goals. My belief is that you are the expert in your life and I am here to help you unlock the tools you already have inside while building skills and healthier strategies for the stress you experience.