Couples Counseling Therapists in New York

Many people today are dealing with everyday stressors and/or major life events, causing them to feel anxiety, grief and/or depression. There are others who are looking to redefine themselves, become fully aware of the choices they make and reconnect with who they truly are. Are you ready to release limiting thoughts, patterns, behaviors and beliefs about yourself and your relationships with others? I have over 24 years experience as a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked with people of all ages, from all walks of life. I am currently treating Individuals and couples ages 18 and older.

I believe in the power of therapeutic relationship and every person’s innate ability to cope and grow. My role is to support you in your pursuit of better relationships, positive changes, more presence and meaning. I currently work with online clients only and accept NY state insurances. Out-of-state residents are also welcome to inquire. I am also an active public speaker and educator on topics of modern relationships, parenting, and sex education offering interactive lectures in Europe and US. I draw on my own multicultural experience having lived and studied in 3 different countries and fluent in English, Russian and Hebrew.

Life often presents us with challenges that invoke hopelessness, confusion, and uncertainty; I have worked with adolescents and adults, treating substance abuse, adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, anger management, and relationship issues for 23 years. My passion for my work as a therapist is rooted in a belief that we are worthy of healing to build a new chapter in our life and start the new transformation process.

I'm passionate about fostering emotional growth, enhancing relationship skills, and guiding individuals through challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and family issues. As an experienced therapist, I've worked with diverse clients, spanning various age groups and backgrounds, providing individual, family, and couples therapy at Noyes Mental Health and Wellness. Graduating from Keuka College in 2011 and receiving my graduate training from Temple University in 2013, I bring expertise, kindness, and genuine care to our sessions.

If you are struggling with sex addiction, relationship issues, career or creative stagnation, or spiritual distress, you don't have to face these issues alone. I am a caring, compassionate psychotherapist with specialized training and experience in each of these areas. I treat both straight and gay clients, and work with individuals as well as couples.

My ideal client would be willing to work with me systemically, meaning someone willing to look beyond themselves and think, “Why is this happening?” instead of just thinking they are the problem. For example, if someone is coming in to work on depression and anxiety, my ideal client would be willing to explore the underlying issues contributing to the depression and anxiety instead of someone who is only looking for coping skills and such.

If you feel stuck, lonely, powerless, or just curious and motivated for change, there might be no better time than now to feel seen, heard and challenged to grow. Together, we will work to unpack past hurt, cope with present day worries or challenges, and cultivate future success in your personal and professional lives.

Affirming queer identity is an essential part of my practice as is social justice and liberation from oppressive systems. With a focus on mental health, trauma, and substance use within the LGBTQ community, I work primarily with queer, transgender, and gender non-conforming people of color. Our work together is focused on your needs and goals. Through my background as a writer, I understand the value of a supportive space to explore feelings. In our sessions, you'll find a safe environment for self-expression and personal reflection. From this foundation, insights emerge and growth takes place.

Did you grow up in an inconsistent, neglectful, or unpredictable household? Do you find yourself grappling with stress management and emotional regulation? Perhaps you experience a persistent craving for stimulation, or conversely, moments where you shut down. Our nervous system is profoundly shaped by our family origins, especially our early childhood experiences and the environment we were raised in. Left untreated, these patterns can lead to a dysregulated nervous system, harmful relationships with oneself or others, difficulties in self-parenting or parenting children, and challenges in forming emotional connections.

Are you or your child struggling with attention, anxiety, sadness,learning disabilities or relationship concerns? I provide a calm and comforting environment. Neuropsychological/psychological evaluations to diagnose and provide recommendations are also a focus . We can evaluate for psychiatric conditions, learning disabilities, ADHD, processing speed issues. Recommendations for IEP and 504 plans and for standardized testing accommodations. Our evaluations contain specific and detailed recommendations to assist with treatment planning, goal achievement, and attainment of accommodations and/or educational modifications.

Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Robert got his master’s degree in 1984 from NYU. Since that time, He has worked in a number of mental health related facilities including Child Guidance Clinics, Outpatient Mental Health Clinics, On Site School Based Programs and Rikers Island Prison. He has also served as a clinic director for a number of outpatient mental health programs. For over 17 years, He has worked at a clinic in the Rockaways primarily with gang members from the community and those returning from incarceration.

As a trained marriage and family therapist, I specialize in the counseling and treatment of distressed couples and families. With a special interest in family dynamics and couples' interaction patterns, I have expertise in helping couples to identify and overcome barriers to closeness and communication as may be affecting their ability to meet normative challenges of family life. I have experience helping couples recover from extramarital affairs, manage emotional or behavioral difficulties of children, negotiate divorce, remarriage and step-family adjustment issues, and cope with non-normative and more highly stressful life events.

I'm an experienced psychotherapist, specializing in, but not limited to, treating those with relationship difficulties, and those suffering from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and other OC Spectrum Disorders, in addition to dysthymia and depression.

I am a licensed social worker in New York, New Jersey, and Colorado, as well as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor with 10+ years of professional clinical experience. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I work with adolescents and adults, individuals, couples, and families. I am an East Coast girl with a West Coast heart. I am straightforward, open, and honest, but I always remain client-focused and will help you work on the things that will help you feel empowered to be your best self.

Navigating life's challenges can feel like traversing a winding road alone, but it doesn't have to be that way. As a therapist, I understand the courage it takes to seek support and the vulnerability that accompanies sharing your innermost thoughts and emotions. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a deep respect for your unique journey. Together, we can create a safe space where you can explore your feelings, confront obstacles, and uncover your inherent strength.

Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.

Whether you come to me as an individual, a couple, or a family, the work we do together will honor the basic values of acceptance, trust, and emotional safety. We'll focus on uncovering what's behind the feelings and behaviors that you find confusing and upsetting, and we'll open doorways to change.

Often people interested in therapy are stuck or overwhelmed by a problem they have been trying to resolve. Sometimes the problem is not even clear. Yet, almost always the goal is relief from the struggle along with a sense of some mastery over the problem. Having studied both philosophy and psychology for many years, coupled with my history as an Executive Coach, my goal is to provide a broad range of tools and support so that the therapeutic experience brings about relief and a sense of success.

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.