In Person Therapists in Cohoes, NY

Your life has profound meaning and strong sense of purpose, that transcends any limitations experienced or imagined. It is alright, and a sign of strength to ask for help and lean on support. Dr. Simon is always available to help.

Hey, welcome. I know the process of trying to find the right therapist can feel overwhelming. When I’ve looked for therapists for myself or as referrals for others, what I generally want to know is who the therapist is, what kind of person they are. Will they get me? Will they judge me? Are they going to actually call me on my stuff, but, in a nice way? These questions make sense. Therapy is vulnerable, it can be raw and real in ways we generally aren’t, even in very close relationships. Change is often hard and sometimes really scary but if you’re ready, I will meet you there.

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I am constantly inspired by the knowledge and depth people can reach when they are eager to explore themselves. I am always honored to help clients consider both their light and dark sides on their adventure into growth. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing via telemedicine. I earned my Masters with an emphasis in sexuality and relationships from California State University, Northridge. I have specialized in treating Eating Disorders through my rewarding work with Monte Nido. My international work helping communities in conflict and poverty led to an invaluable empathy and understanding for cultural diversity.

Are you feeling anxious and depressed? Having trouble sleeping and having a hard time turning off your anxious thoughts? Are you feeling stuck and trying to figure out what comes next in your life? These feelings can be overwhelming and keep you in limbo. Although your family and friends may be a great support for you, it is sometimes easier to share your thoughts and feelings with someone you don't know intimately. If you are emotionally and physically tired and ready to take the next steps to wellness, let me help.

If you are seeking therapy at this point in your life, you may be feeling that your usual way of coping isn't working anymore. This may lead to you feeling alienated and lonely, frustrated and angry, hopeless, confused, striving for perfection, or otherwise stuck. It may simply be that your usual way of being is made up of out-of-date strategies - what was once adaptive is now causing you stress and unnecessary suffering. Let me help you learn how to start relaxing the struggle. Our work together will provide an opportunity for self-knowledge, tolerance for difficult emotions, and acceptance of your own humanity.

My area of expertise is PTSD, as suffered by veterans and first responders. I have published on this topic, as well as lecturing around the country at analytic institutes. I have also presented at both national and international conferences. In addition to my professional identity as a clinical psychologist and a psychoanalyst, I am also a past volunteer firefighter and EMT.

Do you feel overwhelmed by trying to do it all and balancing the responsibilities of work, family & friendships? Do you feel constant pressure to be the one that always holds everything together and if you don’t, everything around you will fall apart? Do you find that you spend so much of your time taking care of everyone and everything else that you don’t know who you are anymore? Do you struggle with maintaining healthy relationships and wonder, “when will I ever get it right?” If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone!

I work with clients with a wide variety of mental and physical conditions who want to optimize their emotional and physical well-being. This includes people of all ages who have anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, chronic pain and chronic physical conditions that may be exacerbated by stress.

Looking for an experienced therapist? I have been a master's level social worker for 29 years. For over 19 of those, I have been doing psychotherapy. I have worked with a broad range of clients. If you are feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed I can help. If you just want someone to talk to, I can listen. I also specialize in chronic pain/illness, Bipolar, and issues effecting the LGBTQ+ community. For more comprehensive info., please visit my website.

My approach is to help you create more self-understanding so you can open to a more authentic, engaging, and fulfilling life. Therapy is the place where you can build a new kind relationship with yourself and your world, one that taps into the fundamental dynamism of the human spirit so that you can enjoy a fuller sense of connection and purpose. My approach is a blend of trauma-informed relational and psychodynamic theories with an emphasis on attachment and developmental issues pertaining to anxiety, depression, and addiction.

My ideal client would be someone who is motivated to engage in the therapy process, and is open to both feedback and support. The ideal client is also someone willing to learn and practice healthy coping skills, as well as integrate what they have learned in counseling into their everyday lives. Patients should understand that the therapy process takes time, and commitment as well as good attendance is necessary in order to see progress.

Deciding to speak with a therapist sounds so simple, but we all struggle with this simple act of vulnerability. You may be struggling to find a sense of purpose in life, navigating difficult transitions and feel constantly overwhelmed, or making new discoveries about who your identity. As a queer therapist, I join with my clients through lived experience and view mental health through a social-justice and change-oriented lens. I will be there to support you through your journey. Let's begin writing the story of your life you want to tell.

I have four years of clinical experience specializing with clients based within the Jewish community of all denominations—as well as members outside of the Jewish community. My clinical practice is grounded in Psychodynamic therapy, focusing on one’s thoughts and their influence on behavior, while including several other evidence-based treatment modalities.