Marriage Counseling Therapists in Chappaqua, NY
Certified in marital and family therapy, I also serve as a faculty member of the International Society of Stress Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD).
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.
Certified in marital and family therapy, I also serve as a faculty member of the International Society of Stress Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD).
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 work with couples and families includes working with the entire family, working with couples on marital difficulties or working with parents to help them cope with stressful parenting issues.
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.
My work with couples and families includes working with the entire family, working with couples on marital difficulties or working with parents to help them cope with stressful parenting issues.
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 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 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.
Psychotherapy can benefit people facing a range of challenges. Currently, I see adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship or interpersonal difficulties, and sometimes with health/illness issues. I see many people experiencing distress and other symptoms associated with life transitions such as adolescence, marriage, new parenthood or challenges in family planning, divorce, professional or personal role redefinition, retirement, and aging. I provide counseling to individuals and couples struggling with the shifting roles and demands of these complicated times.
Psychotherapy can benefit people facing a range of challenges. Currently, I see adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship or interpersonal difficulties, and sometimes with health/illness issues. I see many people experiencing distress and other symptoms associated with life transitions such as adolescence, marriage, new parenthood or challenges in family planning, divorce, professional or personal role redefinition, retirement, and aging. I provide counseling to individuals and couples struggling with the shifting roles and demands of these complicated times.
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.
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.
Shari Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chappaqua, NY 10514 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience as a practicing therapist. I offer a safe therapeutic environment for older adolescents and adults dealing with a wide range of issues that include depression, anxiety, bereavement, couples/ marital discord, trauma, addiction, chronic and terminal illness, and life transitions. I work with individuals, couples and groups.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience as a practicing therapist. I offer a safe therapeutic environment for older adolescents and adults dealing with a wide range of issues that include depression, anxiety, bereavement, couples/ marital discord, trauma, addiction, chronic and terminal illness, and life transitions. I work with individuals, couples and groups.
Amy W Bernstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MAT, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Chappaqua, NY 10514 (Online Only)
Those people who are looking for a well seasoned therapist who is client focused and realizes that health insurance too often dictates health care. My training covers EMDR,Cognitive Behavioral therapy, DBT, Marriage and Family Systems/Bowinen therapy, Modern Psychoanalysis, Drug and Alcohol treatment, Child and Adolescent behavior. I treat individuals, couples and families. My practice speciality covers depression, anxiety, life transistions, child/adolescentconcerns(working directly with every school system), illness, grief, LBGT issues, and marriage transistions.....I believe we are more than just the problem at hand. Therapy is a commitment, together we work for change.
Those people who are looking for a well seasoned therapist who is client focused and realizes that health insurance too often dictates health care. My training covers EMDR,Cognitive Behavioral therapy, DBT, Marriage and Family Systems/Bowinen therapy, Modern Psychoanalysis, Drug and Alcohol treatment, Child and Adolescent behavior. I treat individuals, couples and families. My practice speciality covers depression, anxiety, life transistions, child/adolescentconcerns(working directly with every school system), illness, grief, LBGT issues, and marriage transistions.....I believe we are more than just the problem at hand. Therapy is a commitment, together we work for change.
I provide treatment for anxiety and depression; relationship and marriage difficulties; struggles with school, work, or career related anxiety; LGBTQ+ and identity development issues; chronic pain; adjustment to medical illness or injury; challenges brought on by aging; parenting issues; anger management.
Connecting with people in meaningful ways is central to the process of healing. I help by listening carefully and without judgement, working with you to understand challenges you face in the world, challenges that may emerge as we engage in our therapeutic process. My interest is in partnering with you to create a space where you come to develop a deeper, broader, more flexible experience of yourself, where you come to feel more aligned with the world outside.
I provide treatment for anxiety and depression; relationship and marriage difficulties; struggles with school, work, or career related anxiety; LGBTQ+ and identity development issues; chronic pain; adjustment to medical illness or injury; challenges brought on by aging; parenting issues; anger management.
Connecting with people in meaningful ways is central to the process of healing. I help by listening carefully and without judgement, working with you to understand challenges you face in the world, challenges that may emerge as we engage in our therapeutic process. My interest is in partnering with you to create a space where you come to develop a deeper, broader, more flexible experience of yourself, where you come to feel more aligned with the world outside.
Steffani Brandenburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
Chappaqua, NY 10514
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 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
The therapy I offer is a collaborative partnership based in curiosity, respect, and empathy. I believe in empowering, honoring, and celebrating your authentic self. With my guidance we will explore the intersecting layers of your identity to understand how to make positive, healthy changes that will allow you to achieve your goals. My clients often begin therapy as they need support managing mood symptoms or disorders (anxiety, depression), attention difficulties, gender/sexuality concerns, family dynamics, life transitions and events, marital and pre marital conflict, trauma, peer relationships, and issues at school.
The therapy I offer is a collaborative partnership based in curiosity, respect, and empathy. I believe in empowering, honoring, and celebrating your authentic self. With my guidance we will explore the intersecting layers of your identity to understand how to make positive, healthy changes that will allow you to achieve your goals. My clients often begin therapy as they need support managing mood symptoms or disorders (anxiety, depression), attention difficulties, gender/sexuality concerns, family dynamics, life transitions and events, marital and pre marital conflict, trauma, peer relationships, and issues at school.
I am a couples and family therapist who offers collaborative partnership based in curiosity, respect, and empathy. I believe in empowering, honoring, and celebrating your authentic self. My clients often begin therapy as they need support managing mood symptoms/disorders (anxiety, depression), attention difficulties, gender/sexuality concerns, family dynamics, life transitions and events, marital and pre marital conflict, trauma, peer relationships, and school issues. With my guidance we'll explore the intersecting layers of your identity to understand how to make positive, healthy changes that will allow you to achieve your goals!
I am a couples and family therapist who offers collaborative partnership based in curiosity, respect, and empathy. I believe in empowering, honoring, and celebrating your authentic self. My clients often begin therapy as they need support managing mood symptoms/disorders (anxiety, depression), attention difficulties, gender/sexuality concerns, family dynamics, life transitions and events, marital and pre marital conflict, trauma, peer relationships, and school issues. With my guidance we'll explore the intersecting layers of your identity to understand how to make positive, healthy changes that will allow you to achieve your goals!
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With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
Marjorie Scher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chappaqua, NY 10514 (Online Only)
Everyone has times when they feel anxious or depressed. I can help you figure out ways to cope with these feeling, develop an understanding of the causes for these feelings and provide a course of action that results in change. I have over 25 years experience working with adults of all ages confronting the challenges caused by loss, loneliness life transitions , work and marriage and parenting. My goal is to work with you and provide a safe space for you to grow and change.
Everyone has times when they feel anxious or depressed. I can help you figure out ways to cope with these feeling, develop an understanding of the causes for these feelings and provide a course of action that results in change. I have over 25 years experience working with adults of all ages confronting the challenges caused by loss, loneliness life transitions , work and marriage and parenting. My goal is to work with you and provide a safe space for you to grow and change.
Carrie Allison Van Schaick - Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
Counselor, Carrie Van Schaick, LMHC
Verified Verified
Chappaqua, NY 10514 (Online Only)
I believe that people have the capacity for change. Often, it is difficult to find the tools on our own to heal. We are blocked by destructive patterns brought on by traumatic events and life experiences that create thoughts, beliefs, and perceptions about ourselves and the world. I deeply understand the frustration that can arise from traditional thought work. Our minds can often become tangled in patterns that are difficult to unravel, making progress feel slow and challenging. Change seems impossible. I have learned that a more holistic approach incorporating other more embodied modalities as well as research based approaches
I believe that people have the capacity for change. Often, it is difficult to find the tools on our own to heal. We are blocked by destructive patterns brought on by traumatic events and life experiences that create thoughts, beliefs, and perceptions about ourselves and the world. I deeply understand the frustration that can arise from traditional thought work. Our minds can often become tangled in patterns that are difficult to unravel, making progress feel slow and challenging. Change seems impossible. I have learned that a more holistic approach incorporating other more embodied modalities as well as research based approaches
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, but sobriety is worth the effort. Throughout my time working in the behavioral health field, including my role as a clinician at Mountainside treatment center, I have had the pleasure of assisting clients as they embark on their recovery journey. At Mountainside, I use a person-centered approach to form meaningful therapeutic relationships and brainstorm practical solutions to early treatment hurdles. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I have helped people of different ages and socioeconomic backgrounds create treatment plans to ensure a comprehensive and successful recovery.
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, but sobriety is worth the effort. Throughout my time working in the behavioral health field, including my role as a clinician at Mountainside treatment center, I have had the pleasure of assisting clients as they embark on their recovery journey. At Mountainside, I use a person-centered approach to form meaningful therapeutic relationships and brainstorm practical solutions to early treatment hurdles. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I have helped people of different ages and socioeconomic backgrounds create treatment plans to ensure a comprehensive and successful recovery.
Prof. Adrienne Resnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, ACSW
Verified Verified
Chappaqua, NY 10514
"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.
"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.
I am committed to helping you reach your goals, make life changes you aspire to, and helping you understand patterns of behavior and thinking that might be holding you back. I have over 15 years of clinical experience supporting individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship and dating issues, grief and loss, perfectionistic tendencies, low self-esteem, work stress and burnout, and body image dissatisfaction, among other difficulties. I utilize a Cognitive Behavioral approach that is compassionate, genuine, and caring - while also being direct, focused, effective and efficient.
I am committed to helping you reach your goals, make life changes you aspire to, and helping you understand patterns of behavior and thinking that might be holding you back. I have over 15 years of clinical experience supporting individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship and dating issues, grief and loss, perfectionistic tendencies, low self-esteem, work stress and burnout, and body image dissatisfaction, among other difficulties. I utilize a Cognitive Behavioral approach that is compassionate, genuine, and caring - while also being direct, focused, effective and efficient.
Whether someone is struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, family dynamics, personal goals, work-related issues, health, bereavement, or body issues, my therapeutic approach is to deal with the current presenting difficulties to help clients manage their present situations and find some relief from distress. I help identify each person's unique challenges, and teach strategies and tools to better understand and deal with problems.
Whether someone is struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, family dynamics, personal goals, work-related issues, health, bereavement, or body issues, my therapeutic approach is to deal with the current presenting difficulties to help clients manage their present situations and find some relief from distress. I help identify each person's unique challenges, and teach strategies and tools to better understand and deal with problems.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience successfully working with a wide variety of individuals. My passion lies in supporting and helping my clients process difficult times in their lives. Specifically, I can best help with issues like the death of a loved one, acute and chronic illness, life transitions, relationship issues, eating disorders and weight management, self-esteem vulnerabilities, social media confrontations, depression, and general life anxieties. My interactive clinical approach is one that is fully adaptable to my client’s needs.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience successfully working with a wide variety of individuals. My passion lies in supporting and helping my clients process difficult times in their lives. Specifically, I can best help with issues like the death of a loved one, acute and chronic illness, life transitions, relationship issues, eating disorders and weight management, self-esteem vulnerabilities, social media confrontations, depression, and general life anxieties. My interactive clinical approach is one that is fully adaptable to my client’s needs.
Dana Rizzo Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chappaqua, NY 10514 (Online Only)
My practice invites you to come as you are and supports the journey home to your conscious, authentic self. My philosophies are positive, humanistic, and relationally-focused. I view humans holistically, as greater than the presence or sum of any part(s), with immense capacity to evolve beyond societally given ego identities. In this age of overzealous rationalism, I pledge the human heart feels most abundant when close and connected to others, not just in our partnerships or families, but within the collective consciousness and community in which we inhabit. The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives.
My practice invites you to come as you are and supports the journey home to your conscious, authentic self. My philosophies are positive, humanistic, and relationally-focused. I view humans holistically, as greater than the presence or sum of any part(s), with immense capacity to evolve beyond societally given ego identities. In this age of overzealous rationalism, I pledge the human heart feels most abundant when close and connected to others, not just in our partnerships or families, but within the collective consciousness and community in which we inhabit. The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.