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Life can be filled with challenging moments, situations and relationships. Such encounters can cause depression, anxiety and isolation. Life events may lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms that can evolve into self-destructive behaviors or relationships. I believe that healing and insight are stimulated by an interpersonal connection provided through a therapeutic alliance between the client and the therapist. I am trained in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, motivational interviewing, and multiple behavioral therapies. I have years of experience as a therapist working in a renowned outpatient substance abuse and mental health facility.

Hi, My name is Liza and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Manhattan. I have 10 years of experience working with adults, teens, and families in the medical and mental health fields. My scope of practice includes life transitions/concerns, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief and chronic illness. I am committed to helping individuals reach their highest potential.

Are you curious about yourself, how you impact relationships, and want to feel better? Working towards change, self-growth, and mindfulness, psychological sophistication can develop if you connect with the right therapist & therapeutic environment. See how the past might have influenced present day feelings-a way of moving forward in life. In private practice 39 years: psychodynamic & eclectic modalities. Completion Postgraduate: psychoanalytic psychotherapy,psychoanalysis, Addictions, Doctoral work. Specialty: Depression, anxiety, low self-image, Bi-Polar, Addictive relationships, modifying behavior by acquiring coping strategies

I invite you to take a journey on a "therapeutic pathway" to promote personal health and wellness. Feelings of being overwhelmed, anxious and depressed often present with the many obstacles one faces in every day life. Taking care of one's self both physically and emotionally is essential for healing. I can guide you in a nurturing, empathetic environment by giving you coping skills to reduce negative feelings and provide insight into the challenges you are experiencing. I will help you focus on living a life that is less reactive and more directed.

Our primary goal in working together is guiding you toward a more happy, meaningful and fulfilling life. From work, to marriage, to social relationships, and raising children, you will learn effective emotion coaching skills that you will be able to apply across all areas of your life. My overarching approach includes chasing the good life not just looking at what's not working. Together we will increase positive emotions, engagement, meaning, and relationships in your life. I believe that good practice is based in scientifically supported interventions.

My specialty is Marriage and Family Therapy, Couples Counseling and Individual Counseling. I do evaluations and outpatient treatment for the New York State Drinking Driving Program. Also past President of the LIAMFT. Private and confidential therapy is provided.

I've always believed that the person who enters therapy is a brave soul. Coming to therapy means taking a leap of faith that the therapist will hear you and respond with empathy and connect in a way that makes the experience comforting in an environment of acceptance with purpose and growth. The impetus that compels someone to come to therapy may be depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or a general lack of fulfillment in life. You may want to be compassionate to your thriving inner critic. All are a genesis to a new beginning that we will work on together.

Vicki Samuels is a Clinical Social Worker dedicated to restoring the wellbeing of all clients. She provides a supportive and non-judgmental setting, and pays careful attention to each person's unique life experience. She has experience working with adolescents, adults and families, and geriatric population, utilizing individual psychotherapy, family therapy, and crisis intervention services.

I have been licensed & practicing since 1993. I evaluate & treat children, adolescents, & adults utilizing cognitive-behavioral techniques. I am a full member of the American Psychological Association & a professional member of CHADD (Children & Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder). Prior experience includes 10 years as the Chief Psychologist and Director of a Clinical PhD internship program for Hofstra University at a large community mental health center.

You are taking the first step in achieving success and balance in your life! Whether you have a long-term or short-term goal, I am available to support you and can help you cope with a range of emotional, behavioral, and relational issues you may be facing. I utilize a flexible, collaborative approach, which provides concrete strategies so that you can make daily changes, and examine your strengths and weaknesses to ensure long-lasting outcomes. I work with children, adolescents, and families as well as parents who are looking to gain more effective behavior management strategies for their children and to improve their relationship.

My goal is to empower you and your family to cope with the various psychological challenges that arise throughout your life span. I have been in private practice for over 20 years and I care about my clients. I am a specialist in child, adolescent and adult therapy. I can help you and your family enhance the quality of your life. I will assess your individual situation and provide you with the most effective, highest quality, and comprehensive treatment available.

I specialize in the evaluation of children and adolescents with learning, attention, developmental, social, emotional and/or behavioral difficulties. If you or your child is struggling in school or with general day to day life functioning, a comprehensive assessment can help determine the reason for these difficulties and establish a suitable course of treatment. In New York State, I maintain licensure as a Psychologist as well as certification in School Psychology. I'm highly knowledgeable about Special Education services and Individualized Education Programs. Intelligence testing for giftedness is offered as well.

I work with children, adolescents and adults offering psychotherapy and counseling services for anxiety, depression, loss, relationship difficulties, and family dysfunction for individuals, families, couples and groups. Because I believe in the mind-body connection I also work with people to achieve healthy weight loss and optimal health offering free health coaching towards learning transformational habits of health.

First and foremost, I view therapy as a collaborative process and seek to build on my client's strengths I am actively involved in the therapeutic process with you, giving feedback and answering questions.

Given my certifications in the Gottman method and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) I am trained in helping couples build and rebuild friendship and intimacy, manage conflict better and create increased shared meaning. Research indicates that secure attachment and emotionally fulfilling relationships are integral components of mental and physical health, and that emotionally focused interventions have the power to establish and recreate supportive bonds among individuals. I am therefore dedicated to the understanding of individual health and dysfunction in the context of relationship with others and the enhancement of couple and family

Anxiety, depression, sadness, loss, trauma, and anger are painful experiences that can affect one's behavior patterns, ability to cope, and quality of life. I believe in providing a compassionate space where one feels listened to, understood and not alone. From there we will work together on identifying the underlying issues that contribute to the emotional and behavioral challenges, and develop tools and strategies needed for effective ways of coping and healing.

I have extensive experience 30+years of treating patients with various diagnoses. I have worked in multiple settings including outpatient offices, hospital clinics, inpatient hospital units, and substance abuse facilities. I hope you are interested in learning about yourself and working with me as you make appropriate choices in life, career and relationships.Are you anxious depressed or having problems in your relationship. I can help. You will be understood. Are you having difficulty with your teenager? Call me I feel confidant I can help.I am also able to treat couples in an effort to avoid divorce.

I counsel individuals and couples dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. A member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, I received my undergraduate education at Harvard University before earning a masters degree in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University Los Angeles.

I would like to be known for my compassion and humanity. Although I do have varied specialties, I..e. eating disorders, couple counseling, work with families with disabled members, etc. I am proficient in many areas, I.e, anxiety, depression, self esteem, communicating. I am eager to consult other disciplines, if necessary and will access any resources that my client needs. I respect every client that I work with and offer strategies, encouraging them to make their own decisions and trust in their own choices. I take pride in helping people to be proactive and am rewarded by their success.