Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Astoria, NY

William Michael Cooper is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) CASAC-T with SiFi based in New York City NY. Cooper is a CASAC-T; Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor and has over 13 years of working with persons who happen to have addictive disorders. He also works as a Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy Specialist (C-DBT) and is a current Certified Mindfulness Informed Professional (CMIP).

Life is a journey filled with ups and downs. Learning to get through life's anxieties, whether it be relationship issues, work stress, or any other life transition can feel daunting but reaching out for help can also feel scary. It takes a lot of courage to show up and take this step towards a healing path. I believe that forging a compassionate and non-judgemental relationship is crucial for growth to take place. Each individual is different so I try to tailor my approach to fit a persons needs drawing from the various techniques I have been trained in.

My ideal client is a fresh face to therapy, ready to take a leap of faith and invest in their wellness. They are the young adults transitioning through life, navigating adulthood, parenthood, breakups, intimacy, self worth, family pressures and much more. My clients are brave, genuine, and vulnerable as they show up with the goal of achieving a better understanding and acceptance of their emotions, identity and direction. Anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationships with self/others and support exploring emotional vulnerability are common areas of concerns with my clients.

Taking the courageous step to seek counseling is an important decision, and finding a counselor with whom you can trust and connect is vital. As a Psychotherapist, I prioritize empathy, trust, and creating a non-judgmental environment for my clients.

Many of us will experience anxiety, depression, or trauma in our lifetime. We tend to carry these experiences silently and heavily weighed down by them, often leaving us feeling hopeless, exhausted, isolated, and unhappy. For some, they can also lead to significant mental health issues and unhelpful coping strategies. This pain is significant. Your suffering is real. And, if you're reading this, you've probably tried everything to fix it. You may have believed that nothing could change or get better. I am here to help you challenge those beliefs and provide you with a set of skills to help you cope with your distress.

I encourage you to get comfortable with discomfort by building resilience together. I know that therapy can be both draining and uplifting. It requires you to open up in ways that can be painful but it's a process you don’t have to do alone. I will challenge you to restructure core beliefs and unlock hidden strengths. Together, we will navigate transitional moments in life, such as relationship conflicts, career issues, and complex family dynamics.

If you have made it this far, I commend you for your courage. Seeking support is a huge step! The longer I’ve lived, the more I’ve understood that life brings both joy and pain, success and failure, beginnings and endings, and this duality can often bring dissonance within us, as we work to make meaning of it all. Healing and wellness are deeply personal to everyone’s journey, and I aim to honor your diverse life experiences through this work. On this journey, we’ll create an environment where you can be free to explore who you are, your needs, your values, and the priorities for your life in a safe space.

Choosing to seek therapy means you've embarked on a brave journey of self-discovery and growth. I'm here to support you every step of the way. I strongly believe in the inherent resilience and inner strength within each person which empowers them to navigate and overcome life's challenges. As a committed therapist, I provide a safe and empathetic space where we can work together to navigate obstacles and strive for positive, enduring growth. My expertise lies in assisting individuals dealing with anxiety/stress disorders, depression, and challenges in connecting with others.

Accepting new clients via telehealth! Struggling with your mental health can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone. Whether it be depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, or other mental health issues, I am here to help you understand where your issues have stemmed from, work on healing them, and learn new ways to cope and interact with your world. In working with me, you can expect to have a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your innerworld. I work with clients of all ages, and in individual, couple, or family modality.

My name is Kate. I have 18 years experience as a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor. My practice is LGBTQI-focused, though clients of all identities are welcome. Clients come to me to reduce distress and bring ease into their lives. I practice affirmative therapy that is trauma-informed and nonjudgemental. I view therapy as a collaborative journey towards self-discovery, healing, and symptom relief.

Hi there! My goal for our therapeutic relationship is for you to feel heard, safe and welcome. Creating a safe space where you can feel comfortable with developing your journey to work on persisting barriers, reconnecting with your inner strengths and embracing your present and your future with regained confidence. I believe we can work collaboratively through short or long-term treatment interventions towards your goals. I have experience working with depression, grief, trauma, anxiety, PTSD, relationship conflict and LGBTQIA+ challenges.

The experience of overwhelming anxiety symptoms, past and current trauma, as well as recurring depression, can make life difficult to tap into your inner potential. Let’s work together and safely explore better practices to enrich your life.

You are unique. Using a client-centered approach, I work with your individual needs and focus for therapy. Sometimes a person may seek change in their lives or want to process their unresolved experiences and understand themselves better. Whether you are sad about the past or worried about the future, I am well versed in multiple therapeutic modalities to be able to help.

Change is hard. Most people don’t like change. Some say it’s human nature. That may be true. At the same time, doing hard things can be incredibly rewarding and worthwhile. It can reward you with improved relationships with your loved ones and a better understanding of yourself. It can relieve you of the pain from a difficult past. It can help you better manage a challenging environment or life transition. You are not alone. Help is here.

Whether you’re looking to tackle unwanted and unhelpful behaviors or striving to work through a traumatic experience - your wellbeing and healing is my number one priority. Clients working with me can expect a compassionate, nonjudgmental and encouraging environment to effectively communicate stressors and dive deeper into the root of emotional patterns. I believe in empowering clients to take ownership of their emotions, to speak about challenging life experiences, and identify healthy coping behaviors to lead a positive life.

Have you felt stuck in familiar patterns or felt unfulfilled in your relationships? I understand that starting therapy can be a difficult decision and I aim to provide a supportive environment to empower clients to be able to live a more meaningful life. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma. Each stage in life comes with own unique challenges, which can have a deep impact on how one views the world. I have experience working with adolescents and adults and work with clients to develop better ways to cope with their struggles.

I believe in an eclectic and individualized approach to helping folks achieve their unique goals and objectives, and to cultivate an optimal quality of life. I've worked with people who have experienced breast cancer, those recovering from complex post-traumatic stress disorder, individuals who’ve experienced intimate partner violence, people struggling with or recovering from alcohol use disorder, as well as those managing day-to-day anxieties and periods of depression. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I've helped my peers and allies explore identities, navigate relationships, etc.

Jessamyn has previously worked in a variety of settings, including community-based work with court-involved youth, inpatient psychiatry with adults, and outpatient settings for children, families, and adults of varying diagnoses and presenting issues. Jessamyn enjoys working with people of all ages and needs, but particularly specializes in working with teens and young adults dealing with anxiety, OCD, depression, bipolar I & II, body image and self-esteem issues as well as grief, life transitions, perfectionism, burnout, and family conflict.

I'm happy you are taking the step to begin therapy! I'm licensed in NY and PA and see clients virtually. I specialize in binge eating disorder, negative body image, anxiety and depression. I also help clients improve relationships, communication and boundaries and explore their strengths and values. I provide a safe space for clients to explore emotions, identify effective coping skills and provide tools to help them in between sessions. I have openings in the evenings and during the day.