Play Therapy in Deer Park, NY
Erica Zisman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Deer Park, NY 11729 (Online Only)
I am skilled at bringing trust, play, empathy, and deep conversation to every session.
Does your chest feel heavy? Or maybe you feel foggy and unclear. Life ebbs and flows and sometimes having extra support is exactly what you may need especially when dealing with overwhelm, anxiety or a life transition. As a therapist, I work to empower my clients to decrease anxiety, increase self-esteem, and ultimately help you to find more clarity and fulfillment. Whether you are looking for therapy for yourself or for your child/teen, we can get to the root of the issue. Together we can learn and practice coping skills to begin to feel more regulated, uncover and replace old patterns, and learn to process big emotions.
I am skilled at bringing trust, play, empathy, and deep conversation to every session.
Does your chest feel heavy? Or maybe you feel foggy and unclear. Life ebbs and flows and sometimes having extra support is exactly what you may need especially when dealing with overwhelm, anxiety or a life transition. As a therapist, I work to empower my clients to decrease anxiety, increase self-esteem, and ultimately help you to find more clarity and fulfillment. Whether you are looking for therapy for yourself or for your child/teen, we can get to the root of the issue. Together we can learn and practice coping skills to begin to feel more regulated, uncover and replace old patterns, and learn to process big emotions.
Jillian Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Deer Park, NY 11729 (Online Only)
I am able to work with all populations and clients. I have a great amount of experience serving children (ages 5-18) as well as adults. My goal is to ensure that all of my clients feel safe and are able to build a connection with me. I have a lot of experience working with individuals who are experiencing: anxiety, depression, OCD behaviors, behavioral issues, parenting issues, parenting assistance, school related issues, martial issues, LGBT, self-harm, self-esteem, over eating, under eating, body image (to name a few). I am currently working via the tele-therapy/remote platform.
I am able to work with all populations and clients. I have a great amount of experience serving children (ages 5-18) as well as adults. My goal is to ensure that all of my clients feel safe and are able to build a connection with me. I have a lot of experience working with individuals who are experiencing: anxiety, depression, OCD behaviors, behavioral issues, parenting issues, parenting assistance, school related issues, martial issues, LGBT, self-harm, self-esteem, over eating, under eating, body image (to name a few). I am currently working via the tele-therapy/remote platform.
At this time I am only offering telehealth services such as zoom and telephone sessions. Sliding scale fees which are very affordable for private therapy. OASAS certified provider for DWI/DUI assessments and am one of a few individual professionals that offer DWI/DUI Assessments that are reasonable. Specialization in addictions, mental health, anxiety, stress, and anger management. Individual, couple, group and family treatment. Over 30+ years with the legal system as well as substance abuse. EAP Provider. Check with your Human Resource dept. Appointments are available, mornings, evenings and on the weekends.
At this time I am only offering telehealth services such as zoom and telephone sessions. Sliding scale fees which are very affordable for private therapy. OASAS certified provider for DWI/DUI assessments and am one of a few individual professionals that offer DWI/DUI Assessments that are reasonable. Specialization in addictions, mental health, anxiety, stress, and anger management. Individual, couple, group and family treatment. Over 30+ years with the legal system as well as substance abuse. EAP Provider. Check with your Human Resource dept. Appointments are available, mornings, evenings and on the weekends.
I provide a caring and welcoming environment for my clients, while offering a sense of warmth and empathy. Each session is focused on the key elements of self expression and healthy forms of communication. Clients are free to explore their emotions and learn how to use coping strategies to improve their quality of life. Creating a positive therapeutic bond with my clients allows me to work effectively with clients when exploring barriers that stand in their way of reaching their goals and full potential.
I provide a caring and welcoming environment for my clients, while offering a sense of warmth and empathy. Each session is focused on the key elements of self expression and healthy forms of communication. Clients are free to explore their emotions and learn how to use coping strategies to improve their quality of life. Creating a positive therapeutic bond with my clients allows me to work effectively with clients when exploring barriers that stand in their way of reaching their goals and full potential.
There are many obstacles and challenges in life that individuals face and work on overcoming. I provide a supportive and safe environment, where my client's are free to explore all aspects of self. Psychotherapy will help you to identify and understand what makes you feel happy, sad, anxious, emotional and together we will work on assisting you in coping with difficult life situations. If you do not see your insurance listed on this site, do not worry, I have affordable rates, because I do not feel that finances should stand in anyones way of getting treatment.
There are many obstacles and challenges in life that individuals face and work on overcoming. I provide a supportive and safe environment, where my client's are free to explore all aspects of self. Psychotherapy will help you to identify and understand what makes you feel happy, sad, anxious, emotional and together we will work on assisting you in coping with difficult life situations. If you do not see your insurance listed on this site, do not worry, I have affordable rates, because I do not feel that finances should stand in anyones way of getting treatment.
I help people because I make it possible for them to bring their issues and concerns into the therapy session in order to resolve these problems in the treatment. Whatever we accomplish in this task carries over to the client's outside life and they become more successful. I am able to do this because of my many years of supervision with some of the top therapists in the New York area. I also train other therapists and I was cited as a supervisor of excellence by the California Psychological Association.
I help people because I make it possible for them to bring their issues and concerns into the therapy session in order to resolve these problems in the treatment. Whatever we accomplish in this task carries over to the client's outside life and they become more successful. I am able to do this because of my many years of supervision with some of the top therapists in the New York area. I also train other therapists and I was cited as a supervisor of excellence by the California Psychological Association.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges? Seeking a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your feelings and find effective strategies? I offer personalized therapy using CBT, DBT, MI, and Person-Centered Therapy to help you build resilience and manage life's difficulties. With experience across various age groups and backgrounds, including the LGBTQ+ community, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, respectful support tailored to your unique needs.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges? Seeking a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your feelings and find effective strategies? I offer personalized therapy using CBT, DBT, MI, and Person-Centered Therapy to help you build resilience and manage life's difficulties. With experience across various age groups and backgrounds, including the LGBTQ+ community, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, respectful support tailored to your unique needs.
Carrie Gardino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Deer Park, NY 11729
As a Clinician, with 17+ years' experience, I have an extensive background in working with children, adolescents, and families facing a range of stressors from mild relationship conflict to more intense mental health symptom management. My specialties include behavior modification and parent skills training to create long term change, strengthen relationships and foster motivation-based behavior compliance. At Behavioral Health Counseling our therapists provide evidenced-based, goal-oriented treatment to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Treatment and Behavior Plans are individualized to meet each patient’s need.
As a Clinician, with 17+ years' experience, I have an extensive background in working with children, adolescents, and families facing a range of stressors from mild relationship conflict to more intense mental health symptom management. My specialties include behavior modification and parent skills training to create long term change, strengthen relationships and foster motivation-based behavior compliance. At Behavioral Health Counseling our therapists provide evidenced-based, goal-oriented treatment to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Treatment and Behavior Plans are individualized to meet each patient’s need.
Dorine D'Angelo, LCSW dba Enlightened Insights
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Deer Park, NY 11729
Everyone has a right to be heard. I am here to listen to you. Together we can formulate a plan to guide you to the life you were meant to live. Sessions are available at my private office, your office, home, and/or an agreed upon location where you feel most comfortable. Telephone sessions are also available. I will provide a non-judgmental, safe, compassionate time together and you provide the willingness to become truly peaceful and happy. Various modalities are incorporated to provide you with the best solution for you.
Everyone has a right to be heard. I am here to listen to you. Together we can formulate a plan to guide you to the life you were meant to live. Sessions are available at my private office, your office, home, and/or an agreed upon location where you feel most comfortable. Telephone sessions are also available. I will provide a non-judgmental, safe, compassionate time together and you provide the willingness to become truly peaceful and happy. Various modalities are incorporated to provide you with the best solution for you.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to view my profile! The decision to enter into counseling is an important step on the road to wellness and self-discovery. As we move along our journey in life, we sometimes encounter bends in the road that impact us in difficult ways. At times it may be difficult to catch up with yourself, and when you finally do, it can seem overwhelming. Life can be full of concerns, struggles, and difficulties that cause anxiety, depression, peer and family/marital conflicts.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to view my profile! The decision to enter into counseling is an important step on the road to wellness and self-discovery. As we move along our journey in life, we sometimes encounter bends in the road that impact us in difficult ways. At times it may be difficult to catch up with yourself, and when you finally do, it can seem overwhelming. Life can be full of concerns, struggles, and difficulties that cause anxiety, depression, peer and family/marital conflicts.
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Balance Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, PMHC
Verified Verified
Huntington, NY 11743
We have extensive experience counseling clients with Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) and Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (Pregnancy and postpartum). We treat children, adolescents, and adults. We specialize in working with women during the pregnancy and postpartum period. Motherhood expectations can be a heavy load. We utilize evidence-based therapies such as: Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) with a focus on Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Play therapy. We have a calm and fun approach to therapy.
We have extensive experience counseling clients with Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) and Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (Pregnancy and postpartum). We treat children, adolescents, and adults. We specialize in working with women during the pregnancy and postpartum period. Motherhood expectations can be a heavy load. We utilize evidence-based therapies such as: Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) with a focus on Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Play therapy. We have a calm and fun approach to therapy.
I am a psychologist with over thirty years experience treating childhood disorders. My experience has been that early childhood therapy and parent-training are most effective, and emotional healing occurs most readily, when parent and child are seen together. Focus during, and between sessions, involves teaching of play skills and modeling of effective limit setting. For older children, self modulation of behavior is a primary objective. Utilizing these techniques, I have successfully treated anxiety problems (such as selective mutism), depressive symptoms, and developmental disorders (such as Aspergers Syndrome).
I am a psychologist with over thirty years experience treating childhood disorders. My experience has been that early childhood therapy and parent-training are most effective, and emotional healing occurs most readily, when parent and child are seen together. Focus during, and between sessions, involves teaching of play skills and modeling of effective limit setting. For older children, self modulation of behavior is a primary objective. Utilizing these techniques, I have successfully treated anxiety problems (such as selective mutism), depressive symptoms, and developmental disorders (such as Aspergers Syndrome).
Kathleen R Hushion
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Huntington Station, NY 11746
Children play in therapy.
In private practice for over 25 years, I have provided services to children, adolescents, adults and couples who are struggling with inner turmoil and the challenges of everyday life. I believe it is only by truly listenning to the bullied child, the nervous young man, the recently divorced woman, or the parents of an anorexic teen that a therapist can understand and provide the support and treatment that truly helps.
Children play in therapy.
In private practice for over 25 years, I have provided services to children, adolescents, adults and couples who are struggling with inner turmoil and the challenges of everyday life. I believe it is only by truly listenning to the bullied child, the nervous young man, the recently divorced woman, or the parents of an anorexic teen that a therapist can understand and provide the support and treatment that truly helps.
I am a LMHC utilizing an integrative Person Centered approach drawing from aspects of CBT, ACT, Trauma-informed, Relational, Motivational Interviewing, and Play Therapy.
Beginning your journey towards improving your mental wellbeing can be overwhelming but my approach to therapy is to meet you where you are and support your healing. Therapy provides you with a safe, non-judgmental space to process and feel heard while supporting you to gain the means and tools to cope with life. I have been trained through a multicultural perspective and my therapeutic style is one of a person centered approach. This means that I take into account your unique perspective of the world and work with you to create the best possible healing space for you personally.
I am a LMHC utilizing an integrative Person Centered approach drawing from aspects of CBT, ACT, Trauma-informed, Relational, Motivational Interviewing, and Play Therapy.
Beginning your journey towards improving your mental wellbeing can be overwhelming but my approach to therapy is to meet you where you are and support your healing. Therapy provides you with a safe, non-judgmental space to process and feel heard while supporting you to gain the means and tools to cope with life. I have been trained through a multicultural perspective and my therapeutic style is one of a person centered approach. This means that I take into account your unique perspective of the world and work with you to create the best possible healing space for you personally.
I provide an open, supportive, non-judgmental, and safe therapeutic environment for my clients. I am passionate about assisting clients in recognizing their strengths, building self-esteem and self-awareness, and learning skills to assist them in achieving their therapeutic goals and personal growth. I strongly believes that each individual has their own path to healing and is deserving of the support they need to be successful. Through a person-centered and strengths-based perspective, Alyssa incorporates integrative and evidence-based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy and more.
I provide an open, supportive, non-judgmental, and safe therapeutic environment for my clients. I am passionate about assisting clients in recognizing their strengths, building self-esteem and self-awareness, and learning skills to assist them in achieving their therapeutic goals and personal growth. I strongly believes that each individual has their own path to healing and is deserving of the support they need to be successful. Through a person-centered and strengths-based perspective, Alyssa incorporates integrative and evidence-based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy and more.
Mary D Gnieser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Huntington, NY 11743
It is a courageous act, reaching out to a stranger for help. This courage that brought you to this webpage is real and will take you to the next step of healing. Whether you are looking for answers for yourself or for someone you love, you are making the right decision by reaching out. Through a unique blend of Psychotherapy, Integrative Hypnotherapy, Bazi Analysis, Qi Gong, Mindfulness, I help move my clients to a better understanding of themselves, their relationships and the world in which they live, love and play. Thank you for stopping by today and I hope I hear from you soon!
It is a courageous act, reaching out to a stranger for help. This courage that brought you to this webpage is real and will take you to the next step of healing. Whether you are looking for answers for yourself or for someone you love, you are making the right decision by reaching out. Through a unique blend of Psychotherapy, Integrative Hypnotherapy, Bazi Analysis, Qi Gong, Mindfulness, I help move my clients to a better understanding of themselves, their relationships and the world in which they live, love and play. Thank you for stopping by today and I hope I hear from you soon!
JoAnna Randisi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smithtown, NY 11787
The main therapeutic interventions I utilize include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Play Therapy.
As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I am passionate about creating a warm and safe environment without judgment for clients to express themselves and share their stories. I offer empathy and empowerment to cultivate positive change and promote overall emotional and mental wellness. Whether you are a child, a teenager, or an adult struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, and/or family dynamics, we will work together toward establishing your goals and equipping you with coping skills for your daily life. No matter what you are coming to therapy for, know that you are not alone.
The main therapeutic interventions I utilize include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Play Therapy.
As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I am passionate about creating a warm and safe environment without judgment for clients to express themselves and share their stories. I offer empathy and empowerment to cultivate positive change and promote overall emotional and mental wellness. Whether you are a child, a teenager, or an adult struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, and/or family dynamics, we will work together toward establishing your goals and equipping you with coping skills for your daily life. No matter what you are coming to therapy for, know that you are not alone.
Play therapy sessions can address aggression, depression, ADHD, impulsiveness, conduct disorder, anxiety/fearfulness, social withdrawal, and school-related problems.
Do you find it challenging to help your child navigate the daily struggles? Are you feeling overwhelmed by your child's big behaviors, worries, fears, or lack of confidence? Play therapy sessions could be the solution as they help children solve their problems and develop the necessary skills to improve their quality of life. I specialize in working with children ages 3-10 and their parents. My ability to meet each child where they are is key to fostering growth and positive change. Children desire to be seen, heard, understood and cared for.
Play therapy sessions can address aggression, depression, ADHD, impulsiveness, conduct disorder, anxiety/fearfulness, social withdrawal, and school-related problems.
Do you find it challenging to help your child navigate the daily struggles? Are you feeling overwhelmed by your child's big behaviors, worries, fears, or lack of confidence? Play therapy sessions could be the solution as they help children solve their problems and develop the necessary skills to improve their quality of life. I specialize in working with children ages 3-10 and their parents. My ability to meet each child where they are is key to fostering growth and positive change. Children desire to be seen, heard, understood and cared for.
Mariana Guercio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smithtown, NY 11787
Some of my therapy styles include cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, play therapy, and mindfulness.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker who is committed to helping people navigate their feelings and develop coping strategies for various mental health struggles. I have experience working with a wide range of individuals from early childhood through older adulthood. I have worked with people experiencing anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. I have provided mental health services in both clinical and school-based settings as well.
Some of my therapy styles include cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, play therapy, and mindfulness.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker who is committed to helping people navigate their feelings and develop coping strategies for various mental health struggles. I have experience working with a wide range of individuals from early childhood through older adulthood. I have worked with people experiencing anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. I have provided mental health services in both clinical and school-based settings as well.
Throughout his clinical and school experience, Dr. Rust has gained extensive training in Child/Adolescent Psychology. He specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Rust often incorporates components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and principles of Behavior Analysis in his eclectic approach. He is exceptionally aware of the social, emotional and behavioral needs of a child and utilizes a “whole child” methodology.
Throughout his clinical and school experience, Dr. Rust has gained extensive training in Child/Adolescent Psychology. He specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Rust often incorporates components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and principles of Behavior Analysis in his eclectic approach. He is exceptionally aware of the social, emotional and behavioral needs of a child and utilizes a “whole child” methodology.
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.