In Person Therapists in Chappaqua, NY

Cognitive Behavioral Psychology Services is a specialized mental health practice serving children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of adjustment, transitional, and mental health issues. Dr. Gleacher is a licensed psychologist who specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, mood, behavior, and school-related difficulties utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy techniques as well as other evidence-based treatment techniques.

Reaching out for help can be challenging. If you are scrolling through this, that means you are contemplating doing just that, which is a difficult and positive first step. I understand and value the importance of finding the “right fit” for your therapy. My approach to therapy is warm, empathic, and strength-based. I am also an EMDR trained therapist. I work with children, adolescents and adults to create a safe and supportive environment where we can explore issues such as life transitions, relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, and how to cope with challenges.

Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.

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.

I am an experienced and caring therapist in private practice. I draw from multiple approaches to customize treatment to the individual client. Creating a supportive environment, I help people make changes that develop personal growth and improve satisfaction with their lives.

Finding a therapist you connect with can be a difficult process. I value the step you have taken towards finding one who will be the best fit for you. With every client, I create a nonjudgmental environment with warmth, humor and commitment, where you can be heard. Therapy with me is a dedicated space just for you, where I fully encourage your authentic self to be seen. You will grow and make new meaning out of your experiences, even in the situations which can cause great distress.

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.

Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears. While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.

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.

My motto is that if you can name it, you can tame it! I believe everything you need in your change journey you already have. There just needs to be a bit of fine tuning to access the tools. That is what I’m here to help you do!

As a Mental Health Counselor, I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment for my clients to explore their life challenges. I am here to validate your unique experience and work with you to find strategies that fit your life. I value the strength of the therapeutic relationship and believe it is the building block from which you can bring about positive change in your life. I use an integrative approach primarily rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and solutions-focused techniques.

It's a great strength to be able to ask for help during challenging times. Whether you are facing immediate stressors or want to address more long-term issues, my approach to therapy is interactive, supportive & empathetic. I value establishing a comfortable, nonjudgmental & meaningful therapeutic partnership; I feel the most important element of effective psychotherapy is a genuine connection between patient & therapist. While providing a warm, safe & nurturing environment, I aim to help you identify strengths, reduce distressing feelings, undo any patterns of behavior that aren't serving you well & create positive changes.

I am here for you. When times are tough, it’s important to have the right support to nurture hope, focus on strength, and harness the power of uncertainty. You can stop surviving and start living again. Together we can explore the darkness & the light, and find your way thru it. We will tailor an approach to support your intentions, needs, and goals. You will become more aware of your core beliefs and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. You’ll find our work to discover insight, self-acceptance, and freedom challenging but also profoundly supportive.

Do you feel overwhelmed, frustrated and anxious despite all the effort you put into your work and relationships? Do you feel confused or misunderstood in important relationships in your life or worry that you’re unworthy or falling behind? The days when you were joyful, creative and inspired feel far away. You yearn to reach a point where you feel understood, appreciated and fulfilled. You feel stuck and wonder if you can reach a better place. You know change is possible and I can help you on your journey.

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.

My practice is rooted in my belief in the resilience of the human spirit, and my passion for supporting my clients in the process of healing and growth. As an emotionally focused therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families, and integrate a variety of treatment modalities tailored to my clients' individual needs. Among the issues I commonly work with are anxiety and depression, relationship challenges, trauma, grief and loss. The choice to begin therapy is an act of courage and hope. I am committed to creating a safe space to explore the difficulties you are facing, as well as what inspires you.

I work with individuals and couples who feel a need for change in their lives, and want help to do so. Many of my patients are seeking help for depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship problems. They may be feeling overwhelmed and demoralized, stuck and frustrated, or just in need of a supportive, nonjudgmental person to talk things through with. I am a warm, empathic listener who will help you understand yourself, your situation, and your options, and empower you to make changes and move forward with your goals. I will work collaboratively with you to help you overcome obstacles and find fulfillment in your life.

I am a licensed Psychologist with over 20 years experience working with adults and older adolescents. I currently see people struggling with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship and interpersonal issues. I see many people who experience stress and symptoms associated with life transitions, such as adolescence, marriage/divorce, new parenthood, chronic illness, unemployment/underemployment, retirement and aging.I believe therapy is a collaboration to which I bring warmth, curiosity, a non-judgmental nature and an appreciation of individual differences.

I have over 15 years of experience working with adults and adolescents who suffer from depression, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, addictions and chronic pain. I am trained in both analytic and interpersonal Psychotherapy , as well as Somatic Experiencing. SE is a mind body approach to relieving chronic stress and trauma, and is incredibly effective and need not be long term. When life stressors occur, we often get stuck in old patterns of behaving that no longer serve us. I provide a very nurturing and compassionate space for you to move through these difficulties, and rediscover your more powerful authentic self.