In Person Therapists in Chappaqua, NY

Making the choice to seek and begin therapy is positive and courageous. It's often a valuable step toward resolving the issues that are blocking the pleasure and fulfillment you deserve. Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Poor body image? Do you have concerns about your sexual functioning? Issues with libido? Pain or discomfort with sexual activities? Having relationship difficulties? Struggling with sexual identity, orientation, or gender expression? Any or all of these can impact your overall well being. I aim to support your capacity to grow and change, feel grounded, and to live to your highest possibility!

I am a New York State licensed psychologist who specializes in anxiety, depression & mood disorders, stress management, and relationship issues. Since 2000, my private practice in Pleasantville has been dedicated to helping individuals, families and couples lead fulfilling lives with satisfying relationships. I have a Master's degree in School Psychology and a Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) from Yeshiva University. I work with children, adolescents and adults. Although I do not accept any insurance plan directly, I do send out monthly insurance-friendly receipts that can be submitted to your insurance company.

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.

Hello, I am a seasoned psychotherapist and psychoanalyst specializing in the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders in adults and adolescents. Although my primary approach is insight-oriented, I am comfortable using cognitive/behavioral techniques as well. I also have much experience working with couples. Here, too, I employ a dynamic approach, but I am not averse to short-term, solution-based goals. I do not hold to a "one-size-fits-all" theoretical approach; rather I tailor my interventions to fit the individual or couple.

Life's challenges are many and COVID 19 has created a monumental shift in how we live and how we think about what it means to be human. It has put a different perspective on existing challenges while at the same time creating new ones. Facing such challenges in a supportive relationship can make a difference during these times of heightened anxiety. This type of self-examination takes courage and trust, and I feel privileged when asked to accompany someone on their journey. The success of this type of work lies in the relationship itself.

"I believe that compassion for oneself is the key to feeling better. When we can stop idealizing and stop trying to be what we're not, we can learn to have compassion and acceptance of who we really are. Accepting our human condition with its limitations, leads to self-knowledge, which leads to growth and ultimately to comfort within ourselves.

Through trust and collaboration we start to build understanding so the anxiety and depression often seen with food concerns doesn't dominate one's life. Struggling with food can lead to obesity, bulimia and anorexia. Definitions of addiction are complicated but if you think of food before relationships, or you're in a physical and psychological state you feel you cannot share with others then maybe it's time to come in for healing. I've had the honor of working with hundreds of people over the past 18 years witnessing and fostering recovery from eating issues and related disorders.

Are you exhausted by having the same struggles with your child or spouse day after day with no relief in sight? We often repeat similar patterns from our family of origin or conversely do the opposite. Either way we are stuck in a preordained negative cycle that we can not navigate alone. I have twenty five years of experience and training helping families change their communication patterns n a short term systemic model. These behaviors can actually perpetuate the very problems you are trying to solve!

Laura Mazzapica, MA, LMHC Laura Mazzapica is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is trained in and practices Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectal Behavior Therapy(DBT). Laura is highly trained and experienced with providing counseling to children and teens to address social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties. She offers individual and group counseling and Family Therapy sessions. Laura believes in supporting and maintaining emotional health in children and adolescents as the basis for their happiness and success. She appreciates the opportunity to help children and teens change and grow into happy and confident people.

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 specialize in comprehensive psychological, cognitive, psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessment. My evaluations provide detailed information that help children, adolescents and young adults achieve their potential in their academic and personal lives. I determine each child's strengths as well as the source of their academic, behavioral, emotional or neurological problems. I aim to alleviate the frustration associated with unanswered questions and help parents avoid wasting valuable time and resources on ineffective treatment. I guide children and their families towards appropriate and effective treatment strategies, and act as an advocate in helping them receive the services they need.

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 am a licensed clinical psychologist working with children, adolescents and families for over 15 years, providing counseling and assessment. I believe that treatment should be short, should focus on change and should strive toward emotional and behavioral improvement. My approach generally encompasses Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused Therapies, with strategies provided to support coping skills and emotional regulation. I have had much success working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, phobias and fears, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, relationship issues and parenting concerns.

I am a psychotherapist with more than 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families and groups to improve self-esteem and interpersonal relationships, manage life transitions, and develop skills to cope with stress, anxiety, and depression. My clinical approach is rooted in a psychodynamic orientation, meaning I help patients understand – and uncover the connections between – their past experiences and present realities.

Committed to helping our clients achieve their dreams! At The Kid Organizer, we work with families to develop positive strategies for students who are disorganized. Facilitated by Marcella Moran, LMHC, her unique skill of assessing a student's learning style and identifying an organizational style has proven to be a successful strategy for developing personalized organizational systems for students of all ages. While serving as Coordinator for the Counseling & Psychological Services and for the Office of Disability Services at Fordham University, Marcella has helped students gain self awareness and improved academic support through individual and group counseling.

As a clinical psychologist I am devoted to helping clients successfully meet the challenges they face. When working with children and adolescents, I address developmental, behavioral, attentional, and emotional struggles as well as parenting issues. Throughout treatment I engage clients as active participants to prioritize goals, acquire skills & coping techniques, and implement strategies aimed at creating positive change. I provide a supportive environment that serves to promote growth and empowerment, and help clients reach their full potential. I implement evidence based assessment and treatment techniques to maximize positive outcomes.

I come from a relational, holistic, strength-based perspective. My practice of over 30 years has taught me that psychotherapy is a blend of art and science. Compassion, creativity, and attuned listening coupled with well researched therapies and holistic thinking (mind-body-spirit) defines my practice. Throughout my career I have been dedicated to helping people overcome obstacles so that they can lead authentic and fulfilling lives. Treatment specialization includes: Therapy for depression and anxiety, pre-marital counseling, marriage/relationship concerns including loss of emotional/sexual intimacy, infidelity, women's sexual health concerns, issues specific to the LGBTQ community

I'm a licensed psychologist specializing in anxiety, trauma, depression, and relationship issues. My style is warm and collaborative and I work to create a supportive environment in which my clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and feelings. I work from a psychodynamic framework, meaning that I believe the problems clients face are often rooted in current and past relational experiences as well as in feelings outside of conscious awareness. I also work collaboratively with clients integrating mindfulness techniques and mind-body focused approaches to help them experience relief from symptoms and gain greater self-awareness.

I have more than 20 years of experience working with adolescents and adults and specialize in helping people who are struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, and family conflicts. I utilize a solution-focused approach to treatment and incorporate cognitive and behavioral interventions to assist people in improving their psychological well-being and their relationships with others.