Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Vestal, NY

I am Danielle Gillotti, a licensed and fully credentialed Art Therapist (ATR-BC, LCAT). I have been working in the mental health field for over ten years. I entered the field of art therapy because I have always found the human brain and how we respond to our emotions fascinating. Art Therapy combines my passion for psychology, human development, and creative self-expression. The use of more creative therapeutic interventions and non-verbal-focused interventions is crucial to processing stressors and life events, as we may not always have the specific words to describe how we are feeling and why.

Throughout my career as a social worker, I have treated individuals with a wide variety of problems and diagnoses. The majority of my experience has been working in a mental health clinic setting, providing both individual and group therapy. I am comfortable treating all mental health conditions and substance use disorders, and have been particularly drawn toward the treatment of trauma related disorders such as PTSD and Borderline Personality Disorder.

I work with adult individuals (age 18+) and have a special interest in helping clients who are stressed facing challenging transitions and adjustments in life, or struggling with loss. I can help you look at the daily stresses you experience, and identify obstacles to personal satisfaction and happiness that we may problem-solve together. I can also work with you from a psychodynamic perspective, helping you identify internal influences on mood and self-esteem that may have roots in the past. You don't need to suffer! Together, we may find the answers within you to help you achieve positive change and personal satisfaction.

In our busy world, it is easy to find ourselves caught in a struggle with a limited understanding of where the struggle comes from or why it even exists. It can feel overwhelming just trying to meet the outer demands of life, let alone understanding the more inward struggle. I see therapy as a space; a needed, safe space to slow life down for even a fraction of a day to focus on the struggle and its solutions. My approach to therapy is inward-searching, awakening inner knowledge and insight to find solutions. For me, this work is sacred, as we are on a journey to understand and find our true selves.

My role in therapy is to help you learn new coping skills to help you reach your full potential and effectively adapt to changes in your life.

Individuals and couples who come into therapy are often experiencing some struggle in their life. In therapy with you, my goal is to address these immediate concerns, explore with you how they may stem from longer-term unmet concerns, and work with you toward more effective management and if possible, resolution. With advanced training from the William Alanson White Institute for Psychoanalysis, my clinical orientation is psychodynamic and interpersonal, and we will also use other therapies including Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral for an eclectic, rounded treatment approach.

I am so excited to be able to offer Art Therapy as a unique counseling alternative to traditional talk therapy. I believe strongly that through the art making process one can learn a great deal about themselves and find ways to handle current challenges. I have a studio filled with everything from drawing materials and paints to clay, plaster, found objects and much more. Together we can explore different mediums and help you find your voice through the creative process. My background in the creative arts allows us the opportunity to add music, poetry/journaling, movement and drama if you would like. No prior artistic skills are needed. My goal is exploring the art process and thoughts and feelings that arise from the creation of art work rather than achieving a polished finished product. I look forward to providing therapy in the art studio with individuals, families and groups.

Do you need changes in your life? Whether entering therapy due to suffering from negative thinking, constant worry, interrupted sleep, exhaustion, or low mood, I will work with you to develop emotional growth using behavioral health changes to get back to the real you. I believe that healing, growth, and acceptance evolve through building a trusting therapeutic relationship with you. Deep focus on you includes more than identifying depression, anxiety, and interpersonal communication or conflict – it means walking beside you on your journey in an authentic, meaningful way.

Hi! I am a licensed, board certified art therapist with 14 years of clinical experience. I became an art therapist out of my love for connecting with others, making art, and learning about human behavior and emotion. Creative art-making can be an incredibly powerful and enjoyable tool in the therapy process. It allows us to express feelings for which we often cannot find words, allowing for growth, change, and healing. Brain imaging technology has shown art-making increases neural activity in the parts of our brains responsible for resiliency, critical thinking, coping skill development, empathy, and stress.

I provide psychotherapy to individuals ages 13 & up. I do not provide family or couples therapy. My work focuses on the resolution of difficult emotional, psychological, social, spiritual, and relational issues while building resiliency & coping skills. With teamwork, patience, honesty, & active participation we can uncover the meaning & function of your symptoms through the exploration of your beliefs, thoughts, feelings, & behaviors. I will assist you in gaining insight into your development & experiences that may have lead to disruptive thought & behavior patterns to help you create effective, realistic & lasting solutions.

Are you struggling to get over something or someone? Life can throw us curve balls that we don’t expect and don’t want. If you’re trying to end a relationship, improve a relationship, or get over one – whether it’s a significant other, family member or friend – it’s hard to see the road to feeling happy again especially if that relationship was difficult or toxic. Therapy can help you understand and manage the emotions and negative thoughts that can accompany changes in life. Growth isn’t easy, and you don’t have to work through it alone.

Are you at a turning point in your life? Whether entering therapy with uncertainty about your future or suffering from constant worry, interrupted sleep, exhaustion, or low mood, I will work with you to model growth strategies and develop optimal emotional and behavioral health changes to get back to the real you. I believe that healing, growth, and acceptance evolve through building a trusting therapeutic relationship with you. Deep focus on you includes more than identifying depression, anxiety, and interpersonal communication or conflict – it means walking alongside you on your journey in an authentic way.

Understanding your personality and significant life experiences are important factors that affect your perceptions and how you view and operate in the world today. I utilize an integrative approach drawing from many different treatment styles customizing therapy that fits your unique learning style and specific areas you wish to address.

The first appointment will involve an evaluation of your needs and goals. What you hope to accomplish will direct the course of treatment. As we work together you can expect to gain better self-understanding through thought-provoking dialogue and reflection. The therapeutic process sometimes requires talking about difficult subjects or having challenging conversations so compassion, honesty, and respect will be guiding principles during those times.

I appreciate your interest! Accepting a limited number of adult client. I provide counseling for those (over 18) for individual, 45 minute, in-person, or video sessions. About me: I am New York State licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R). I graduated in 2008 from Binghamton University. Knowledgeable and dedicated professional. I've worked for both not-for-profit and a public agency. I look forward to further assisting those in need, and those who have the desire to work collaboratively improving their overall mental health and quality of life.

I have been helping people examine and change their lives for 45 years and have been offering Tele-Health Services for some time. I provide Face to Face sessions as well. I specialize in Trauma and Loss, Substance Use Disorders, PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I am skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Techniques, Values Clarification and Goal Setting. I offer a 20-30 minute free consultation to determine if we are a good fit for each other. There is no obligation! My website is: https://steven-paro.clientsecure.me .

Making the choice to begin therapy can feel overwhelming. I am here to be on that journey with you. As a therapist with over 10 years of experience I am able to help my clients work through challenging life events preventing them from being the best version of themselves. I have knowledge helping clients monitor their medications and working collaboratively with other professionals to ensure the most effective outcome. I work with adult clients, 18-60 age range. I specialize in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, effective communication, self-esteem, stress management and navigating life transitions.

What happened to your spark? Your whole life feels like a dry husk of disappointment and dead ends. Somewhere along the way, your dreams started slipping away from you. Do you even remember what they were? Before all the compromises and sacrifice you made supporting everyone else. If you were to do it all over again, what would you change? Do this little thought experiment with me. Let's pretend. If you could wave a magic wand and remove all the obstacles in your life, what would you do? How would you spend your time? Who would you spend your time with? What would you create? How would you contribute?

I have been a clinical social worker since 2001 and first began to provide counseling when I was a graduate student. I have worked with hundreds of adult and adolescent clients of all ages since then who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, impact of childhood trauma on adult functioning/relationships, bipolar disorder and those living with chronic mental and physical health issues. I can help you help yourself to finally feel better using techniques derived from solution-focused, cognitive-behavior (CBT) and dialectical-behavior (DBT) therapies.