Therapists in Albany County, NY

My ideal client has a clear desire to increase insight, engage in problem solving, and make beneficial life changes. This may take the form of behavioral changes, changes in thinking, changes in behavioral choices, or changes in relationship patterns.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor and certified clinical trauma professional. When seeking therapy, I recognize that you are not a collection of symptoms, but a whole person with various factors affecting your wellbeing. I work to address these areas in a holistic way through a relational and somatic approach. I strive to help you break free of rules and find a way to get "unstuck." I will support you on that journey.

You are capable of feeling happier, more secure, hopeful, confident and less stressed so that you can fully enjoy your life. We know life will be very hard at times due to relationship struggles, grief and loss, work challenges, financial issues and also our world becoming more overwhelming these past few years. When we experience difficult life challenges, we are more likely to feel a spike in our anxiety and may feel sad and unable to find peace. Meeting with a trained therapist who cares about your well-being can help ease these symptoms and offer a place to begin healing.

Sometimes we know exactly what the change we want is, it seems right in arm's reach, yet, we find ourselves struggling and confused to bridge the gap. My goal is to assist you in identifying the life you want, finding the path, and supporting you while you place your feet on that path. Our emotional struggles, including mental health symptoms, can be very challenging to overcome alone. Let's work together to come up with ways to cope, and ways to excel.

I specialize in marital and relationship counseling. If you are tired of having the same fight, feel disconnected to your partner, or would like to find ways to enhance your relationship, you will benefit from my approach. I help couples make repair by supporting each person to be more authentic in their relationships. I have a unique style that is supportive in a way that is also direct and challenging. Couples learn how to move through difficult issues and expand their comfort zones. Through this process, couples achieve greater closeness with each other while maintaining their own identity.

I am experienced in working with adult individuals, especially queer and trans individuals, who are seeking to address issues of trauma as well as depression and anxiety. I am ready to help my clients utilize AEDP and EMDR strategies to address and experience change instead of simply verbalize and analyze.

If you would like to Book an appointment please visit my website at.... www.thelmacostello.com I work with a wide range of behavioral approaches that provide and improve the quality of life people are looking for in their lives. In a quiet comfortable and supportive office, I offer an advanced personalized approach tailored to each individuals needs to help attain the individual growth people are striving for. At the present time in addition to face to face counseling , I am now available for Virtual and Telehealth sessions.at www.thelmacostello.com

Do you feel like you're stuck and finding it hard to motivate yourself? Do you notice yourself feeling worried, disconnected, or on edge often? Are you looking for support as you navigate a major life change? I specialize in working with individuals who are looking for ways to bring positive changes into their lives, even if they may be unsure of the steps they need to take to achieve them. You may be experiencing stressors that are making it challenging for you to feel in control of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we can work towards empowering you to overcome these challenges and live a more fulfilling life.

My therapeutic style involves using empathy, evidence-based interventions, and humor to help clients with their areas of concerns. My priority is the client, their well-being, and working intentionally on their goals for therapy. While working collaboratively, this can be a place to process, vent, accomplish goals, and/or develop skills/insights.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Experiencing difficulty meeting your own needs and engaging in self-care? Struggling with confidence and relationships (including with yourself)? I know how to help! Mellow Mentality Therapy is located in the capital district and accepting new clients. We offer Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy where you can come and interact with horses on the ground (no riding involved!). This unique and non-traditional approach to therapy invites clients to embark on a journey to build confidence, enhance connection to yourself, others, and the world around you all while living in the present moment.

Cailin is a Registered Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 8+ years of experience treating a variety of mental health and trauma-related disorders. She supports her clients as they navigate various challenges, including transitions, complex family dynamics, women's issues, and finding purpose and direction in life. Cailin has extensive experience in assisting survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence, as well as parents and caregivers. With an interest in holistic wellness, she is pursuing certification to draw upon connections between nutrition and mental health. She is accepting new clients ages 12+ via telehealth.

PERSONAL THERAPY...most any therapist will do if you only want to talk things out and have someone listen without judging. But if you are looking for more, my post-graduate training and advanced credentials in Rational-Emotive-Behavior Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) enable me to teach you how to effectively manage your stress, sleep, unhealthy emotions and self-defeating behaviors--something I've successfully done for myself and thousands of clients for more than 40 years. Please visit website: www.theSTRESSdoc.com BEFORE calling me, anytime, to discuss your needs.

Our Village Services LLC., because it takes a village. We aim to promote supportive healing for individuals and families affected by Mental health and substance use disorders. No one should have to face life challenges alone. Mental health and substance use create life-changing conditions impacting the lives of everyone: the individuals with the disorders, friends, and the community.

People arrive at a therapist's office, having tried their best way of getting along in the world, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and so forth. A universal reason for seeking help is distress in a primary relationship. In therapy, I help individuals understand how past relationships with parents, siblings and significant others impacts relationship troubles in the here and now. A trusting therapeutic relationship offers an opportunity for exploration of one's own mind at the deepest level - healing, new pathways of relating, greater authenticity, vitality & living a life that's true to one's self.

My clinical areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, martial issues, codependency, self-esteem, women’s issues, substance abuse, harm reduction, grief, and transitional concerns. Through evidenced based approaches, I aim to tailor my treatment approach specific to the needs of each individual. I believe in helping individuals build on their strengths, gain insight, and develop effective coping skills.

It's alright to not know exactly what our challenges are, that's where I can come in. An ideal client is anyone who is willing to call and seek some help with their difficulties. It always helps to come in with an open mind, confidence, and willingness to learn about the process and themselves!

Welcome to a path of potential growth and healing. My hopes as a practicing LCSW are to provide space and opportunities for my clients to engage in nonjudgmental awareness and skill-building while practicing empathy, compassion, and perspective-taking. After years of crisis intervention and family therapy work, I have turned my focus toward consistent engagement from individuals who truly desire change. Whether your struggle is surrounding a major life shift, generalized anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, trauma, chronic illness, or grief, I truly believe in the power of a growth mindset.

My approach is integrative and concentrates on assisting individuals to explore and challenge habits/thoughts/patterns which impact emotions, behaviors, relationships, sleep, work, energy, motivation, and goals. Work through the environmental, psychological, behavioral, interpersonal and situational contributors to wellness. Assist with Identifying negative or distorted thinking patterns that often lead to feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. Provide psycho-education on specific life problems that may increase depression and help patients understand how to solve or improve on those problems.

Serving the Capital Region, I provide Telehealth and in-person sessions. My clients and I work together to navigate through mental health challenges and transitions in life. I specialize in working with people with gender dysphoria and those in the process of transition. Furthermore, I help my clients navigate issues related to racial identity and minority experiences. I work with various relationship types and forms, non-monogamy included. I enjoy helping couples, partners and families achieve a greater sense of unity and satisfaction in their lives. Counseling can also be provided through Mandarin upon request.