Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Baldwin, NY

I am Lauren Widmark, an LMHC specializing in addiction, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, life transitions, grief, and loss. My approach varies based on the client's needs, and I use a variety of methods that include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Eclectic, Humanistic, and Trauma Focused therapies. I have found that each client requires a unique form of treatment. I believe that addiction and other issues are a symptoms of something deeper that is going on.

I welcome adults and children who would like to feel the thrill of overcoming challenges and discover happiness is not potential, but reality. My patients learn to recognize his/her emotional obstacles and how symptoms manifest, to foster control over anxiety and depression plaguing him/her in any aspect of his/her life. We utilize treatments including psychodynamic, emotionally focused, and cognitive behavioral therapy to determine impact of childhood experiences. My unique tools stimulate ability to verbalize personal experiences and learn ways to reinvent dynamic with others. Woman's Group and Young Adult Group ongoing.

Welcome! Taking the first step towards making change is often the hardest one - but you aren't alone. I primarily work with women ages 18+ who are facing relationship challenges, dealing with impacts of trauma, family conflict, or those who are caught in negative/anxious thinking patterns or behaviors. I aim to create a safe and supportive space where you can openly express yourself, explore your emotions and thoughts, and develop effective coping strategies to navigate life's obstacles with agency and confidence. Together, we can identify your goals and find your inherent strength and resilience.

Life is a journey filled with challenges, and for many, the journey can be a very difficult one. My role as a counselor is to offer guidance, in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment, to people who are seeking help to navigate through the myriad of mental, emotional, and spiritual challenges they encounter. My goal is to offer an authentic human connection that will enable my clients to feel that I have their best interests at heart. I want to walk with my clients through their struggles, sit with them through their difficult moments, and experience with them the joy that comes with healing.

Taking this step in pursuing therapy to honor yourself and your journey of personal growth is to be commended! You are the expert of your own lived experience and together we will create a personalized and transformative plan to place you on the path toward increased self-awareness, self-compassion, and change. Using trauma-informed therapy, I specialize in providing individual/group counseling to survivors of Gender-Based Violence. In addition I have experience working with at-risk adolescent and the LGBTQ population. As a first-generation immigrant and a woman of color, I am particularly interested in empowering all individuals.

Feeling blocked on your path to happiness? If you're harder on yourself than anyone else, you're not alone. Many of us face this challenge, often without even realizing why. But understanding is the first step towards change. Let's explore this together and uncover the joyful life you deserve. Don't let your inner critic hold you back—help is here.

At times we find ourselves having difficulty with anxiety, depression, and life in general. People at times just want someone to talk to who will not judge them. Therapy is collaborative and together we can achieve your goals. I offer a space where you can talk freely without judgment.

With over 15 years of counseling experience, I understand how difficult it may be to take that first step to enter therapy. I believe that people are capable of making life changes, sometimes needing support and guidance. Oftentimes, natural supports surround us, we are just unaware of how to tap into them.

As Black men a lot of us have been socialized in ways that makes maintaining deep relationships a challenge. Whether the cause is unresolved trauma, communication skills that need improvement, socialized masculinity or anything else, allowing the issue to go unresolved creates tension with others where there should be harmony. A lot of us developed defenses for remaining safe in a world we feel isn’t safe for us. However, we create worlds within our relationships and when we continue to deploy defenses in spaces that are safe for us we prevent ourselves from loving and receiving love to the best of our ability.

Asking for help is an act of courage; it is one of the bravest things you can do. As an eclectic therapist, Molly primarily draws from psychodynamic, relational, cognitive behavioral, and humanistic theory to provide an inclusive, affirming, trauma-sensitive space for individuals to engage in healing and self-exploration. Molly has experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings with adults battling challenges including PTSD/complex trauma, domestic/intimate partner violence, mood disorders, LGBTQIA+ issues, personality disorders, and perinatal mental health.

I'm a fully licensed professional who, during a successful career directing programs on Long Island and Queens has moved completely into private practice. I continue to update my knowledge. I am compassionate, honest and want to provide you with the tools necessary to overcome any issue, whether from your family of origin, current relationships or work/school related. I offer guidance and healing, teaching you skills necessary to meet the challenges we face in life, from anxiety, depression, alcohol/substance abuse or religious/spiritual conflicts. I treat the whole person (not just the symptoms) and provide practical problem solving and coping methods .

Change can be difficult and often we may feel stuck in a cycle, out of our comfort zone; but recognizing the need for change is the first step towards fulfilling your goals. Whether the change is to improve your relationships, career, financial circumstances, self-defeating behaviors or how you cope with life stressors and challenges; one could use supportive assistance. Having someone to assist you with reaching your goals, coping with the barriers along the way and living life to your fullest potential is what I will assist you with as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

I specialize in Individual, family and couple counseling. Depression, anxiety, relationship issues, codependency issues, addiction, PTSD issues treated. Sexual identity issues/gay/lesbian issues treated. Spanish speaking. Wheelchair accessible

Unfortunately, I am no longer taking clients at this time. I am currently booked out. I do appreciate you viewing my page and plan to resume once my schedule becomes free. Counseling Services offered caters to individuals and families experiencing difficulties within their lives. All Individual's will gain a well spent experience utilizing wholistic approaches. Counseling includes but is not limited to the following: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma-Related Disorders, Bullying, Mother-Daughter Relationships, School Struggles, PBIS System, Anger Management, Couple's Therapy and Family Therapy I

Is your tween/teen struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, low confidence or bullying? Do you want to support your child, but are not sure how, and you witness them feeling hopeless, unmotivated and depressed? If any of these statements resonate with you, then you’ve come to the right place. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years' experience, specializing in child, adolescent and young adult psychotherapy. Parents frequently come to me in hopes of helping their teen find effective ways to manage their anxiety, cope with life stressors and build their confidence.

I believe one of the bravest things you can do, is begin to understand your own story. Do you ever feel stuck in your life and unsure of which direction to take? Do you have trouble setting goals and sticking to them? Are there any relationships in your life in which you would like to create healthier boundaries? Are you ready to make a change and develop a deeper understanding of your emotions? While providing mental health services I strive to meet clients where they are in their lives. It can be difficult to ask for help and or to be open to change.

In my practice, it is my utmost goal that clients feel safe and heard. I strive to accomplish this by creating a counseling atmosphere that is accepting and empathetic. I approach counseling from a person-centered orientation, which means that our sessions are geared towards your wants, needs, and goals. I work to tailor our sessions uniquely for you. In addition, I take a holistic and compassionate approach, considering how our identities and experiences shape our lives and perspectives. Our collaboration can increase self-awareness, challenge negative beliefs and actions, and develop appropriate coping strategies.

Are you seeking guidance before taking that next step? Are you feeling confused, misguided, or apprehensive about an area of your life? Are you feeling stuck in a rut, frustrated with a relationship, or dissatisfied with your current employment? Are you a college student feeling overwhelmed by classes, missing home, or struggling with adjusting to life during the pandemic? Maybe you are a parent struggling with managing your child’s behavior in school and/or at home?

I specialize in both individual and marriage counseling. Do you remember what it was like to make progress in your life or how it feels to be truly happy? Do you feel like your life is on autopilot? If so, it may be time for a change. Can you imagine what it would be like to have a healthy relationship? Do find yourself being defensive, needing to justify your actions or even avoiding having conversations with people? Or maybe you are struggling with trusting your partner, years after becoming aware of an extra-marital affair. Well, things can get better and I can help you work through all those feelings.