Relationship Issues Therapists in Chappaqua, NY

As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who is trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), I aim to foster positive change and improve overall mental health and well-being using evidence based interventions. Collaboratively, we will work to identify specific goals and create an individualized treatment plan to address your needs.

I aim to work with clients in a collaborative manner. I enjoy working with clients who aim to invest in their mental health and wellness and approach therapy as such. I am very familiar working with people who experience symptoms of anxiety and depression, chronic stress and struggles with balance. When one aspect of life is out of sync it can greatly impact the other areas.

I am a New York State licensed clinical psychologist and have been in private practice for over 25 years. I have extensive experience working with issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, illness, and loss. In addition to my private practice I have been the Director of Psychological and Neuropsychological Services in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at Jacobi Medical Center and North Central Bronx Hospital in New York City for the past 25 years.

We all fall out of step from time to time. Sometimes we can get our rhythm back on our own, and sometimes we get help from family or friends. Then there are times when we need something different. Let’s figure out what is getting you off your game and find the best path forward.

Anxiety distorts our thinking and can complicate our lives. As a trauma-informed therapist, I help my clients heal from the experiences that made them feel unsafe, insecure, and disconnected from others. To truly live in the present without anxious distress, we must discover what experiences we are holding onto with therapeutic support. I have been helping clients heal from trauma for over a decade. I treat each person I work with as a unique individual and do not believe in one approach to therapy. I specialize in treating PTSD. I also work with clients who struggle with addiction and anxiety.

We live in an unprecedented time of change, experienced fear and stress. Resilience is born of developing self knowledge, appreciation of nature, and the development of sound relationships both friends, family, animals, and the natural world. During this epoch, let's help to find you the best life plan so that, despite these unparalleled times you can learn to not only live, but thrive. Joy, Passion, Laughter are what we deserve and can embody. Let's explore the path to the life you desire including the ingredients that make your life truly exceptional.

I specialize in empowering teen girls as they journey through adolescence and enter young adulthood. I help girls develop the tools they need to have strong peer and family relationships, make healthy choices, build confidence/self-esteem, and Be Happy! My approach is proactive and preventive because adolescence is a time for learning and personal growth. My style is relaxed, friendly, and down-to-earth. From the moment your teen meets me, she will feel respected, accepted, and understood. Our work together will focus on skill and confidence building, NOT labels and stigma.

Have you ever felt rooted in one spot unable to pull your feet out of the heavy mud and move forward? Maybe you had a recent disappointment? Perhaps you or your child have experienced a tragedy or loss? Or possibly, you have great ideas just waiting to surface! My goal is to create a safe space where you can develop your creative problem solving skills, renew your sense of adventure, and strengthen your sense of self. I believe in the importance of our mind-body connection and the healing nature of self expression and communication through art making.

As founder of Gentle Growth Therapeutic Services, I provide psychotherapy to adults and adolescents who are seeking to heal from the results of painful childhoods and current losses. It is important to me that people feel both understood by me, and that I am connected to them. We discuss ideas or questions about our work together, if needed. People with whom I work are concerned about stress, family problems, addiction, childhood abuse, divorce or domestic violence. I am most excited and enlivened when I witness people gain new understanding about their situations or find and use new personal strengths.

Isn't it frustrating to be confronted with life issues that can cause hardship and emotional pain. That despite your best efforts a more desirable outcome seems illusive. Sometimes, we all need a helping hand to identify and initiate more effective life strategies. I can help you promote desirable changes with either long standing personal issues or more acute ones that have been brought on by circumstances or unfortunate life events. No matter what the situation, the opportunity for positive change is always present.

I am an empathic Psychologist who uses humor to speak about difficult topics. My goal is to help my clients reach their goals whether that be increased insight, behavior change, or managing thoughts. I use a non-judgmental and supportive stance to help my clients feel more comfortable when speaking about issues that may make them feel vulnerable. At times, I can be irreverent and direct, which helps when we find ourselves avoiding what needs to be addressed. In addition to working with clients in my private practice, I work for Northwell Health providing psychotherapy to Residents, Fellows, and other Medical/Professional Staff.