Therapists in 11725
Special areas of interest comprise: Trauma, adult stress reduction, along with concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum disorders, and behavioral disorders.
Dr. Skolnik is a NYS Licensed Psychologist who received his doctorate in Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has extensive experience both assessing and treating children, adolescents, and adults in private and school settings. While trained and grounded in Cognitive-Behavior therapy, Dr. Skolnik incorporates a variety of evidence-based treatments to individualize a plan based on the needs and goals of each person he works with.
Special areas of interest comprise: Trauma, adult stress reduction, along with concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum disorders, and behavioral disorders.
Dr. Skolnik is a NYS Licensed Psychologist who received his doctorate in Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has extensive experience both assessing and treating children, adolescents, and adults in private and school settings. While trained and grounded in Cognitive-Behavior therapy, Dr. Skolnik incorporates a variety of evidence-based treatments to individualize a plan based on the needs and goals of each person he works with.
Justin DiScalfani, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA
Psychologist, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Commack, NY 11725
Dr. DiScalfani is a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Behavior Analyst, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 20 years of experience providing services to adolescents and adults in a variety of settings. He utilizes evidence based approaches such as cognitive behavior therapy, applied behavior analysis, and acceptance and commitment therapy to help patients and their families struggling various issues. Additionally, Dr DiScalfani specializes in complex cases such as comorbidity, evaluations for psychopathology and others.
Dr. DiScalfani is a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Behavior Analyst, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 20 years of experience providing services to adolescents and adults in a variety of settings. He utilizes evidence based approaches such as cognitive behavior therapy, applied behavior analysis, and acceptance and commitment therapy to help patients and their families struggling various issues. Additionally, Dr DiScalfani specializes in complex cases such as comorbidity, evaluations for psychopathology and others.
Kids and teens are under tremendous pressure at home, in school, on social media, and with peers. These pressures can present themselves in various ways; anxiety, depression, eating disorders, school problems, and/or behavioral issues. My focus is on making your child feel heard, while also providing them with their own toolbox of coping skills. I have experience working with children, preteens, and teens at various settings including schools, residential facilities, group therapy, and individual therapy. Building a collaborative relationship in a safe environment is the gateway to recovery.
Kids and teens are under tremendous pressure at home, in school, on social media, and with peers. These pressures can present themselves in various ways; anxiety, depression, eating disorders, school problems, and/or behavioral issues. My focus is on making your child feel heard, while also providing them with their own toolbox of coping skills. I have experience working with children, preteens, and teens at various settings including schools, residential facilities, group therapy, and individual therapy. Building a collaborative relationship in a safe environment is the gateway to recovery.
Individuals with all abilities can work through challenges with the guidance and support of an attuned and authentic counselor. I believe the quality of relationships is the greatest agent for therapeutic change. Using a humanistic, person - centered and family systems approach, I strive to create a safe, non - judgemental space. Together we will explore, understand and help you heal from within. Whether you are seeking help individually, within a family or as a parent, I will offer you a warm drink and a place to exhale.
Individuals with all abilities can work through challenges with the guidance and support of an attuned and authentic counselor. I believe the quality of relationships is the greatest agent for therapeutic change. Using a humanistic, person - centered and family systems approach, I strive to create a safe, non - judgemental space. Together we will explore, understand and help you heal from within. Whether you are seeking help individually, within a family or as a parent, I will offer you a warm drink and a place to exhale.
What happens when you sit at home at night and the world quiets down around you? Do you feel uncomfortable in your own skin? Do you feel as though you’re not at ease with where you are in life? So many of us struggle with this uneasiness inside of us that we don’t know exactly how to handle. The uneasiness leads us to make decisions that end up being counterproductive in our life. Whether it comes down to anxiety, addiction, codependency, impulsive shopping/eating or any other destructive behavior, we can help you work through these experiences and accomplish all your goals!
What happens when you sit at home at night and the world quiets down around you? Do you feel uncomfortable in your own skin? Do you feel as though you’re not at ease with where you are in life? So many of us struggle with this uneasiness inside of us that we don’t know exactly how to handle. The uneasiness leads us to make decisions that end up being counterproductive in our life. Whether it comes down to anxiety, addiction, codependency, impulsive shopping/eating or any other destructive behavior, we can help you work through these experiences and accomplish all your goals!
In life, we all have times where we may think in a moment of struggle, "I don't know what to do." Working through these experiences can be confusing, stressful and even sometimes debilitating. My goal is to help you figure out how these life stressors can become more manageable. My specialties include anxiety, depression, parenting, life transitions, mindfulness techniques, anger management, Autisum, ADHD, mood disorders, adults with traumatic brain injuries, and behavior modification. Through my experiences as a social work professional for over a decade, I have worked with mostly teens and adults, in many areas of practice.
In life, we all have times where we may think in a moment of struggle, "I don't know what to do." Working through these experiences can be confusing, stressful and even sometimes debilitating. My goal is to help you figure out how these life stressors can become more manageable. My specialties include anxiety, depression, parenting, life transitions, mindfulness techniques, anger management, Autisum, ADHD, mood disorders, adults with traumatic brain injuries, and behavior modification. Through my experiences as a social work professional for over a decade, I have worked with mostly teens and adults, in many areas of practice.
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Autism Therapists
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.