Couples Counseling Therapists in Chappaqua, NY

My work as a therapist focuses on helping adolescent and adult clients coping with life changes and difficult circumstances leading the individual to a variety of protective yet self-defeating responses. I am experienced in treating substance abuse, eating disorders and other compulsive behaviors, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I take a hands-on, eclectic and team approach with the individual and their unique support systems towards attaining their goals of treatment; as well as to restore mental health and wellness, and balance in their lives and relationships.

I am a clinical psychologist providing therapy and assessment services in Scarsdale and Greenwich. I treat various conditions, such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, social anxiety, and school/work issues. I also focus on life transitions, whether that be a recent move, transition from college, changes in family dynamics, or changes in significant relationships. Furthermore, I have extensive experience in conducting psychological assessments. Therapeutically, I focus on developing teens and adults, where as I provide assessments for all ages.

Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.

I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.

Pleasantville Psychology Group is a comprehensive mental health practice that provides compassionate psychotherapy and evaluation services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families who are struggling with concerns such as: depression, anxiety, panic, ADHD, learning difficulties, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, isolation, relationship issues, family conflict and balancing life and work demands.

It’s well-accepted that life can be challenging or even overwhelming. With a hopeful and positive outlook on change, my practice can provide you with helpful support and guidance to help you manage and overcome challenging situations including relationship issues, work, and academic challenges, the loss of a loved one, and how to make conscious and positive changes in your life. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, experiences, and goals within a collaborative process where you are placed at the center of treatment.

I am a highly experienced therapist who has worked with individuals, couples and families dealing with the cumulative toll of Covid-induced stress and anxiety in relationships, life transitions and families. I focus on helping you deepen your understanding of the issues facing you and gain control over troubling behaviors. I will work with you to explore the different options you have and find practical ways to decrease your conflict and build resilience. My goal is to work with you to create a safe space for you to grow, adapt and change.

Having been in practice for over 30 years I have found that connections are an important part of the helping process. I work with individuals, couples and families utilizing family history, current situational processes as well as personal strengths and coping skills to address issues of concern. I believe all individuals have the capacity to make changes in their lives and will work on helping each individual gain a better understanding of his/her needs and behaviors to attain those goals.

I work with individuals, couples, and families in a compassionate, safe, non-blaming way. I specialize in relationship difficulties, life transitions, spiritual crises, and stress management. Spiritual issues are addressed only if requested. As an interfaith minister with chaplaincy experience, I work with people of all faiths and beliefs.

I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.

If you are reading this page, you are probably in some kind of crisis or difficulty you have not been able to sort out by yourself. Although this can be uncomfortable, it also provides great possibilities for change. As a trained therapist with over 30 years of experience, I have a broad array of experiences and tools to help you effect the changes you want to make in a way that is gentle and respectful. Although it may seem impossible, individual change, changing a troubled relationship or getting your family back on track are all within reach.

My approach is to not only develop a warm relationship with every client, based on trust, honesty, and understanding; but to also apply treatment methods that work and help improve your quality of life. I believe therapy can help every person reduce negative thoughts and emotions, improve relationships, and increase personal insight and awareness. Most people who are looking for a therapist are searching for an ally and someone who can help them get relief as soon as possible. I work with every client to develop attainable goals and bring about the change you have been looking for.

Feeling down? Stressed? Going through a transition? Struggling with relationships? Whether you are coping with an immediate stressor, looking to change long-standing bahaviors or gain greater self-awareness, as a licensed psychologist, I am here to help. I believe the foundation for successful therapy lies in a supportive, non-judgmental and empathic therapeutic relationship through which one can explore and understand relationship dynamics, emotional themes, and maladaptive behaviors and thought patterns with the goal of increasing self-awareness and creating a fuller, happier life. I approach therapy from a positive perspective and try to harness each individuals strengths to build skills and create change.

In my current virtual practice I am working with many age groups dealing with the anxiety of trying to cope: with getting ready for college; with city life and roommates; with relationship partners; with making decisions to move ahead with relationship commitment, or not and if so, how; all ages attempting to cope with remote work and cramped living arrangements; and the pain and changed nature of our current city life. I help patients seeking relationships, fixing them and leaving them.

I specialize in guiding high-achieving couples and families through transformative journeys, navigating from the anxiety, fear, and stress of insecurity to the deep sense of safety in relationship, relaxed in intimacy and empowered with the skills to resolve difficulties. Together, we'll navigate challenges, fostering trust, closeness, and alignment with your values. Expect a journey of self-discovery and healing, culminating in high-quality connections and a deeply fulfilling life.

Good relationships are at the heart of a happy life. Deciding to get help with difficult relationship problems is an important and courageous step. But finding the right therapist can feel daunting. To create meaningful and lasting change, therapy must be customized for each person's and relationship's unique needs. I have worked with many couples, families and individuals experiencing some combination of destructive conflict, poor communication, betrayal, overwhelm, and loss of ease and intimacy. I help clients find ease and joy in relationships that are rich in closeness, affection and respect.

Welcome! If you’ve landed on this site it means you or someone you care about is having a hard time and you’re taking the first step to get help which is no easy task. I work with people at all life stages, with a specialty in adolescence, adults and families. My training in evidence based modalities includes cognitive, mindfulness and trauma informed approaches to healing. My 25 years of experience has taught me that self awareness, healing and growth happens in a compassionate and collaborative relationship that feels safe and supportive. Together we can sort out challenges and move your life towards healing and happiness.

I work with adults and teens, couples and families seeking help with overcoming issues in everyday life having to do with marital and parenting concerns, issues surrounding divorce and separation, relationship issues, life transitions, school and work, low self esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, social anxiety and behavioral problems. I engage with my clients in a professional, warm, caring and empathic manner, helping people to make positive changes in their lives. I offer support and guidance to overcome unsuccessful and self-defeating patterns and help you learn more about yourself in order to make successful positive changes towards personal growth.

Life inevitably involves struggle. The goal of therapy is to understand the source of your current struggles in order to live more fully and effectively. In my experience, life difficulties are either long standing or acute. The enduring difficulties are often the result of underlying patterns that result in feeling stuck, anxious or depressed. These patterns may manifest in relationship problems, parenting difficulties or low self esteem. Acute situations, such as death or divorce, take time to process and can trigger earlier losses. In either situation, the wish to function and feel better is what motivates us to seek therapy.