HealthFirst Therapists in Astoria, NY

Are you feeling stuck, lost, helpless or struggling with bouts of anxiety and/or depression? If so give me a call so I can help you ease your burden. I can help provide the tools and support to help move you through the suffering and pain. I work with children, teens, adults and families treating a variety of psychological difficulties such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD and behavioral issues.

Raquel Crespo is a bilingual psychotherapist who has dedicated her counseling career to working with individuals, children, adolescents, couples, and families. Through the use of her education, experience and supportive psychotherapy techniques, Raquel is able to tailor her therapeutic work to focus on the strengths and needs of each client. She has spent her counseling career working with individuals, couples, families and groups in a variety of direct service and administrative roles. In addition, Raquel is a Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor for Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology of Yeshiva University

Most of my clients have issues dealing with relationships. It's often a boss, family member or a significant other. Relationships can cause us stress and can result in symptoms such as anxiety and depression. I work closely with my clients to assist them in finding techniques to better communicate with others. Communication is key to solving problems of any type. Insight building as to why clients find themselves in these relationships over and over are the focus in treatment.

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.

Steeped in 18 years of heart and hustle, my journey began in 2002, fresh out of Hunter College with a master's degree in social work. Since then, I've walked alongside a beautiful mix of people: the spirited youth, busy adults, and our cherished elderly. Whether it's guiding teenagers through their roller-coaster years, helping adults navigate life's twists and turns, calming the storms of ADHD, offering a safe harbor to those facing anxiety or depression, or standing strong with survivors of domestic violence, I’m there — steady, understanding, and ready to help.

I have been a Clinical Psychologist for the past 24 years. I am specialized in treating children, adolescents, adults and couples experiencing various relationship and individual problems. Areas of specialization include: anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and family relational problems. In addition, I specialize in treating children with ADHD/ADD and other learning disabilities. In addition to providing psychotherapy, I also administer psychological and neuropsychological evaluations.

**EMAIL IS BEST* You and I will work together to face the challenges you may have. As a Social Worker & Certified Life Coach, I am committed to helping you find your strength and motivation so you can accomplish your goals. I adapt my work method to meet the needs for each of my patients. Together we will make changes and work to achieve a less anxious life. Everyone feels anxious at times. Worrying can be helpful when it spurs you to take action and solve a problem. But if you're preoccupied with "what ifs" and worst-case scenarios, worry becomes a problem. Anxiety and constant worry maybe holding you back from your goals.

The Psychotherapy and Counseling Center offers psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. Our director, Zoia Sizgoric, LCSW, has over 20 years experience in helping others just like you reach their goals. We focus on your strengths and offer support and guidance to help you overcome difficult times in your life. We provide treatment for depression, anxiety/phobias, trauma, domestic violence, ADHD, behavioral problems, anger management, eating disorders, difficulties at work, and marital or family problems. We also make referrals to community psychiatrists as needed.

I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families to address and navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, self-esteem, and relationships with care.

I am a bilingual/bicultural (Spanish/English) Clinical Social Worker and a Family/Couples therapist, graduate of the Ackerman Institute for the Family in New York City. Founder and Director of CRECER, Inc. a Psychotherapy center that offers comprehensive psychotherapy and psycho-educational services to the community. Some of my interests include, but are not limited to working with immigrant families, immigration and acculturation issues and language. I specialize in Evaluations of all kinds of Immigration cases: Cancelation of Deportation/VAWAs/Wavers 601; 212/ Asylums/U-Visas/Removal of Conditions (Self-petitions)

If you, or someone you know is going through a tough time, talking to someone is one of the best possible things you can do. One of the advantages of talking to a counselor is that they do not know your friends, your family and they do not have opinions about how you should be living your life. It can be easier to open up and tell me things you might not tell other people. You do not have to worry about being judged.

We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.

My role is to hold space and provide compassionate, open-minded support for clients as they work through life’s challenges and dive into the process of discovering who they are on a deeper level. As an art therapist, I also offer experience in the use of art making as a non-verbal, creative means of expressing emotions, building inner resources, and developing personal agency. Sometimes it can be difficult to describe our internal world with words alone, but the combination of art and traditional talk therapy can make for a powerful mode of healing. If you are looking to create a new narrative, I would love to collaborate with you.

There are some hardships in life that cannot be easily forgotten. These experiences influence how we view ourselves and navigate relationships with others. There is a natural tendency to re-enact the woes because of it's familiarity. The therapeutic alliance will help us learn from the past, become more aware from the present, and establish a safe outlook for the future.

For everyone there are patterns in our relationships with ourselves and with others that often go unnoticed and unexplored. Through a psychodynamic and trauma-informed approach, I work with clients to identify these patterns and to develop insight so they can experience more emotional growth and well-being. Change can be hard and we often use avoidance as an ineffective coping mechanism.

We offer online counseling for various mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief, relational concerns, adjusting to life changes and more. We accept many insurance plans including Fidelis, Healthfirst, Cigna, Empire BCBS, Magnacare, UMR Nyship OON, Optum UnitedHealthcare and Oxford. The Medicaid plans we accept are under Fidelis, Healthfirst and Optum Community Plan.

My experience includes providing therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in different settings. I also have experience facilitating a group for adolescents, as well as using Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Multisystemic Therapy for Child Abuse and Neglect (MST-CAN). Although I have experience working with all ages, I enjoy helping children and adolescents overcome their challenges. My background includes working wi

As a therapist I focus on developing a greater sense of awareness and presence. I believe that we all want to be understood and accepted at a deep level. I respect your courage and time investment to be willing to look within and make uncomfortable changes. I work in collaborative way and strive to create a safe, accepting and caring environment that I hope is also challenging and insightful to my clients. committed to resolving unhealthy thinking, perceptions, and behaviors.

Minds Together, LCSW.PC. is a private group practice. Our mission is to improve our community one individual at a time through our culturally diverse and motivated clinicians with the hope that every person seeking treatment with us feels safe, empowered and most important treated as an individual and not as a patient. Minds Together, LCSW. P.C. offers a range of unique services in a safe and nonjudgmental setting for any one seeking therapy where their privacy and comfort is our number one priority. Locations: Astoria, Jackson Heights, and Forest Hills.