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South Shore Counseling is a private practice on beautiful Crossways Park Drive North in Woodbury, right off of the 135! We accept the majority of major insurance plans. Our talented psychotherapists have a variety of clinical specialties; we work with a wide range of patients of all ages through many presenting issues: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, PTSD, relationship issues, family-of-origin issues, school/college issues, adjustment-related disorders, and Workers' Comp/No Fault cases, among others. Being part of your development and healing is our true privilege. We have additional locations in Wantagh and Amityville.

The journey of starting and raising a family is filled with countless twists and turns. Parenthood, from preconception through the toddler phase and beyond, can be stressful, overwhelming, and filled with worry and insecurities. Despite fears and feelings of isolation, you don’t have to tackle this alone. Together we will explore struggles and develop insight into how your experiences may be impacting your current thought patterns and behaviors. We’ll also address your changing identity and expectations, develop realistic strategies to enhance your relationships, achieve your goals, and minimize difficulties in your daily life.

We long to be loved and accepted for the person we truly are. There is no better opportunity than our love relationship for us to be fully ourselves. Ironically, since our partner is so central to our life, his or her validation becomes critical and we are inclined to hide our true self. We become guarded from the most important person in our lives. The intimacy and willingness to know and be known that made the beginning of love so passionate becomes simply functional. It is replaced with feelings of apprehension. Over time we move from a passionate relationship to one that is quietly cautious. That's when trouble looms.

I want to begin by applauding your initiative in seeking counseling services. Acknowledging the need for help and reaching out is a commendable and courageous step. It demonstrates self-awareness and a willingness to prioritize your well-being. I want to help individuals manage ADHD, Relationship and Interpersonal issues, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, Stress, Burnout, and more.

I specialize in working with teens and young adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, substance use, anger management, and life transitions. As a counselor, I feel privileged to be able to provide the support and guidance necessary to navigate the journey toward a better self. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy and true authenticity. I strive to create a warm and supportive environment for my clients where they feel comfortable to express their thoughts and emotions. I believe that the best way to achieve personal change is by identifying specific goals and developing tools that promote overall well-being.

I create a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere to let you talk about your most pressing issues. By using proven therapeutic techniques that promote personal insight and awareness, I will provide tools that you can access in the moment when things are going terribly wrong. The end result is a feeling of self-efficacy that stays with you for a lifetime.

Often we find ourselves waiting. Waiting to be well, to be cared for, and to care for ourselves. The challenges we face, however big or small, are often opportunities to form a deeper connection to the things we want. Psychotherapy offers an experience to create an open space so that you can begin to explore and practice the thoughts, behaviors, and feelings that we seek to experience when working on our goals.

Hello! We’re an ABA practice, with an emphasis in creating a supportive community for the families we service. No more one size fits all models, we provide more for our families. A place where families can come together and lean on one another. Where children can come in, learn, and grow together. We have specially trained BCBAs who care about our children, and want more for the families they work with. From daily living skills to communication and sensory needs, our staff is there to support each child grow in their own way. We provide high quality evidence base practices, with transparency. ABA with heart.

Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is the way you think about things. It's remarkable how our own thoughts can work against us creating anxiety, depression and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. There is great relief in the realization that the happiness you truly want and deserve is actually within your control! Whether your goal is diminishing your fears, gaining a better understanding of why you feel so sad, finally having the healthy relationship you have been yearning for, reducing stress, finding balance, or finally being able to answer that question, "What will make me happy?"

In our practice, we work with individuals, families and groups. We focus on helping children, teens and young adults with their daily life challenges. Are you struggling to connect with your teen? Is your child having trouble in school or issues with their peers? Our outstanding team of clinicians can address the issues and explore coping strategies to assist now and for future success.

If you are here then you most likely are seeking help for some area of your life. You are certainly not alone. I am a licensed clinical social worker having attained my bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from New York University. For over 20 years, I have been helping my clients in various stages and areas of their lives.I am passionate about and committed to creating a safe place for you to heal and grow with my guidance, care, and expertise openly and freely. My goal for you is that you can piece together the areas that are holding you back from living a more peaceful, more hopeful, and happier life.

Jamie utilizes evidence-based practices to assist individuals in managing symptoms, improving confidence, developing healthier relationships, improving effective communication skills, addressing substance abuse and making progress towards personal goals. has experience working in mental health clinics, intensive outpatient mental health programs and residential settings. Her distinct experience has provided her the opportunity to work with diverse populations who are all at different stages of change.

Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship challenges? Perhaps you're grappling with the demands of parenting, trauma, or OCD. Whatever your circumstances, you deserve to feel understood, empowered, and guided towards greater well-being. At Expressive Connections, our team of compassionate therapists provides a nurturing environment where you can explore your emotions, gain insights, and develop effective coping strategies.

I prioritize the therapeutic alliance, working within each client’s comfort zone to foster a warm, non-judgmental environment. This sensitive approach is essential for making clients feel secure and truly understood, particularly when exploring complex issues related to identity, including sexual orientation, gender identity, and cultural or racial backgrounds. My goal is to create a supportive space where clients can feel safe to express themselves and explore their identities without fear.

My practice focuses on helping children, teens and young adults meet the behavioral, social and daily life challenges they face. Does your child seem stressed? Are they having issues in school? Do they have problems relating to their peers?

Are you feeling a bit overwhelmed lately? Maybe life's throwing you curveballs, and you're not quite sure how to handle them? Well, you're not alone. We all go through rough patches, but the good news is, you don't have to navigate them by yourself. Whether you're facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues, I am here to listen without judgment and work alongside you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

I believe that the therapeutic relationship is an integral part to the healing journey. I work hard at creating trust and safety with those that I work with by providing an honest, authentic, and nonjudgmental presence. It is my goal to accept whatever a person may bring to therapy while also seeing the possibility of change. I work with adults to help them navigate challenges along their journey to parenthood.  I help them cope with the emotional and mental load of trying to conceive; manage feelings of grief, loss, anxiety, and depression; to heal from trauma; adjust to motherhood; and so much more.

Life can be difficult at times and it takes strength to reach out to someone for help. Through our therapeutic relationship, my goal is to help you gain self-awareness about potential negative thinking patterns and ultimately increase stability and independence. We live in a world of many different stressors and pressures and I hope to help you learn to cope with these issues in a positive way. Mental health is just as important as physical, through all stages of life. I utilize a person-centered approach in order to explore past and current issues in order to help you learn different tools to help you take control of your life.

Dr. Plunkett is a pediatric neuropsychologist providing evaluation, consultation, and behavioral therapy. There are many reasons why children are referred for neuropsychological evaluation. Children suspected of having a developmental disorder (e.g., intellectual disability, ADHD, or learning disability) often require evaluation. Children diagnosed with a medical disorder (e.g., epilepsy) or who sustained a head injury may require evaluation for treatment planning. At times children are also referred because they are struggling for unclear reasons and an evaluation is needed to clarify what may be contributing to their presentation.