Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in East Northport, NY
Dr. Rebecca A. Fontanetta is a board-certified pediatric neuropsychologist who received her doctoral degree in clinical psychology with a concentration in neuropsychology from Nova Southeastern University. She completed her clinical psychology internship at St. Vincent Neuroscience Institute-St. Vincent Hospital and fellowships at both Mass General for Children at NSMC and Stony Brook Medicine.
Dr. Rebecca A. Fontanetta is a board-certified pediatric neuropsychologist who received her doctoral degree in clinical psychology with a concentration in neuropsychology from Nova Southeastern University. She completed her clinical psychology internship at St. Vincent Neuroscience Institute-St. Vincent Hospital and fellowships at both Mass General for Children at NSMC and Stony Brook Medicine.
Emily Dugan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
East Northport, NY 11731 (Online Only)
Welcome to my practice! With a passion for helping individuals pursue more meaningful relationships and lead fulfilling lives, I'm dedicated to guiding you on your journey toward personal growth and well-being. I understand that each person's path to happiness looks different, and my approach is tailored to meet your unique needs and goals. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I am here to offer compassionate guidance and practical tools to help you navigate life's complexities and build the fulfilling life you deserve.
Welcome to my practice! With a passion for helping individuals pursue more meaningful relationships and lead fulfilling lives, I'm dedicated to guiding you on your journey toward personal growth and well-being. I understand that each person's path to happiness looks different, and my approach is tailored to meet your unique needs and goals. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I am here to offer compassionate guidance and practical tools to help you navigate life's complexities and build the fulfilling life you deserve.
Ed Regensburg
Art Therapist, ATR-BC, CHT, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Northport, NY 11731
You are smart and sensitive...sometimes the world is just too much to make sense of. Not sure how to tell if you are anxious, depressed, over reacting or something else? Something’s wrong, but you don't know what it is. I will help you figure it out. Through an integrative approach of talking and mindfulness techniques developed over 40 years we work together to accurately identify your issues and with deep understanding find inner control of the root emotions that are causing difficulties.
You are smart and sensitive...sometimes the world is just too much to make sense of. Not sure how to tell if you are anxious, depressed, over reacting or something else? Something’s wrong, but you don't know what it is. I will help you figure it out. Through an integrative approach of talking and mindfulness techniques developed over 40 years we work together to accurately identify your issues and with deep understanding find inner control of the root emotions that are causing difficulties.
Making the choice to begin therapy can be challenging. The task of working through your inner thoughts can seem daunting, but I would like to be on that journey with you. My approach to therapy is to allow my clients to guide their own sessions while I serve as a support. My therapeutic approach is psychodynamic and I enjoy helping people do “inner work”, which is to explore past experiences and to dig deep into their thoughts. I feel treatment should be individualized, because each person is unique in their needs.
Making the choice to begin therapy can be challenging. The task of working through your inner thoughts can seem daunting, but I would like to be on that journey with you. My approach to therapy is to allow my clients to guide their own sessions while I serve as a support. My therapeutic approach is psychodynamic and I enjoy helping people do “inner work”, which is to explore past experiences and to dig deep into their thoughts. I feel treatment should be individualized, because each person is unique in their needs.
John B Westervelt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
East Northport, NY 11731
Welcome patients with Medicare Insurance (also some Medicare Advantage Plans) I have morning appointments that are now open for you. Call Today! Sometimes people need to talk to someone who can understand how they feel and give advice that can heal. I specialize in Anxiety Disorders and Depression. I had panic attacks, in my younger days and found ways to get over them. That experience has helped me to really understand the pain and lack of hope my clients may have. Once you start to see progress it opens up hope and new possibilities, Let's talk about what you need and what your goals are for a happier more fullfilling life.
Welcome patients with Medicare Insurance (also some Medicare Advantage Plans) I have morning appointments that are now open for you. Call Today! Sometimes people need to talk to someone who can understand how they feel and give advice that can heal. I specialize in Anxiety Disorders and Depression. I had panic attacks, in my younger days and found ways to get over them. That experience has helped me to really understand the pain and lack of hope my clients may have. Once you start to see progress it opens up hope and new possibilities, Let's talk about what you need and what your goals are for a happier more fullfilling life.
Rashel Shamtoob
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Northport, NY 11731 (Online Only)
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with individuals, families and groups ages 10+. As a school social worker, I have tremendous experience working with children struggling with self-esteem, life transitions, family issues, self-harm, and behavioral diagnoses such as oppositional defiant and conduct disorder. I have extensive experience treating individuals with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, as well as issues with substance and alcohol use. I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where you can truly express yourself as we explore your past traumas and future goals together.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with individuals, families and groups ages 10+. As a school social worker, I have tremendous experience working with children struggling with self-esteem, life transitions, family issues, self-harm, and behavioral diagnoses such as oppositional defiant and conduct disorder. I have extensive experience treating individuals with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, as well as issues with substance and alcohol use. I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where you can truly express yourself as we explore your past traumas and future goals together.
Christina Fiorvanti
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Northport, NY 11731 (Online Only)
Pregnancy and parenting through the early childhood years can be incredibly rewarding and incredibly challenging at the same time. I specialize in supporting families during the transition to parenthood through childhood. Whether you are experiencing the expected stress related to parenting in general or you have concerns about your child's development, behavior, mood, or sleep, I am happy to be part of your support team. I also have specialized certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). We will work collaboratively to find unique solutions to support your family's needs and help you find the joy in parenting.
Pregnancy and parenting through the early childhood years can be incredibly rewarding and incredibly challenging at the same time. I specialize in supporting families during the transition to parenthood through childhood. Whether you are experiencing the expected stress related to parenting in general or you have concerns about your child's development, behavior, mood, or sleep, I am happy to be part of your support team. I also have specialized certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). We will work collaboratively to find unique solutions to support your family's needs and help you find the joy in parenting.
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As a pediatric neuropsychologist and clinical psychologist, my goal is to determine why a child, adolescent or young adult is struggling to meet their developmental goals. The obstacles to their success may include medical, neurological, developmental, learning, behavioral or psychological conditions. In some cases it means providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to a child and/or parent consultation. In others it means using neuropsychological and psychological tests to see what is getting in their way and how that happens.
As a pediatric neuropsychologist and clinical psychologist, my goal is to determine why a child, adolescent or young adult is struggling to meet their developmental goals. The obstacles to their success may include medical, neurological, developmental, learning, behavioral or psychological conditions. In some cases it means providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to a child and/or parent consultation. In others it means using neuropsychological and psychological tests to see what is getting in their way and how that happens.
In addition, I provide complete psycho-educational evaluations that are useful in determining whether or not your child has learning disability, ADHD, anxiety, or other emotional issues that are interfering with their school performance.
My credentials include licensure as a clinical psychologist, as well as a psychoanalyst and school psychologist. My extensive experience spans over 25 years working with adults, adolescents, children, and couples, I've dealt with a diverse range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, personality difficulties, coping mechanisms and infertility. I've found that a consultation is a great way to see if we are a good fit.
In addition, I provide complete psycho-educational evaluations that are useful in determining whether or not your child has learning disability, ADHD, anxiety, or other emotional issues that are interfering with their school performance.
My credentials include licensure as a clinical psychologist, as well as a psychoanalyst and school psychologist. My extensive experience spans over 25 years working with adults, adolescents, children, and couples, I've dealt with a diverse range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, personality difficulties, coping mechanisms and infertility. I've found that a consultation is a great way to see if we are a good fit.
Thank you for visiting my page, and welcome to my practice! I have offices centrally located in Hauppauge and Garden City. I accept several major insurance plans, and will help clients on other plans obtain out of network reimbursement. I work primarily with a few groups. I work with many couples with marital issues, and with parenting issues. I help with many adolescents and college students navigate the trials and tribulations of life. Finally, as an expert in ADHD and learning disabilities, I offer state of the art psychological and psycho-education assessment.
Thank you for visiting my page, and welcome to my practice! I have offices centrally located in Hauppauge and Garden City. I accept several major insurance plans, and will help clients on other plans obtain out of network reimbursement. I work primarily with a few groups. I work with many couples with marital issues, and with parenting issues. I help with many adolescents and college students navigate the trials and tribulations of life. Finally, as an expert in ADHD and learning disabilities, I offer state of the art psychological and psycho-education assessment.
Anxiety and depression can make life difficult to tackle at times. Let me help you to think differently, by providing the support you need to move out of your comfort zone. Build your self-awareness of what needs to change and accept ownership. Learn to identify your triggers to improve how you feel while learning new skills to communicate with others. I am able to work with the individual, couple or family that wants to set new goals for a healthier future. I provide straightforward guidance that will change your life & improve your relationship with your partner or family, now is the time to take the first BIG step into therapy.
Anxiety and depression can make life difficult to tackle at times. Let me help you to think differently, by providing the support you need to move out of your comfort zone. Build your self-awareness of what needs to change and accept ownership. Learn to identify your triggers to improve how you feel while learning new skills to communicate with others. I am able to work with the individual, couple or family that wants to set new goals for a healthier future. I provide straightforward guidance that will change your life & improve your relationship with your partner or family, now is the time to take the first BIG step into therapy.
Rebecca Wade
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northport, NY 11768
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Life presents with numerous challenges. As children, teens, and young adults are learning about themselves and the world, seeking support to navigate life's stressors can assist in creating a happy and fulfilling life. I utilize an empathetic and active therapeutic approach. I work with client's to identify their core values and establish meaningful life goals. We will discuss your life events while generating thought and behavioral strategies to cope with current and future life stressors.
Life presents with numerous challenges. As children, teens, and young adults are learning about themselves and the world, seeking support to navigate life's stressors can assist in creating a happy and fulfilling life. I utilize an empathetic and active therapeutic approach. I work with client's to identify their core values and establish meaningful life goals. We will discuss your life events while generating thought and behavioral strategies to cope with current and future life stressors.
Kidz Helping Kidz, LLC was established in 2017, because growing up can be hard. Sometimes fitting in seems nearly impossible. Many kids struggle with forming meaningful bonds and social connections. Many kids feel lonely, alienated, rejected, and bullied. Our groups purpose is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where middle and high school kids will feel included, safe, respected, happy, positive, meet peers who share similar experiences, all while learning, practicing and strengthening their social skills. It is a place to come together where there is no bullying and everyone is accepted.
Kidz Helping Kidz, LLC was established in 2017, because growing up can be hard. Sometimes fitting in seems nearly impossible. Many kids struggle with forming meaningful bonds and social connections. Many kids feel lonely, alienated, rejected, and bullied. Our groups purpose is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where middle and high school kids will feel included, safe, respected, happy, positive, meet peers who share similar experiences, all while learning, practicing and strengthening their social skills. It is a place to come together where there is no bullying and everyone is accepted.
I have worked intensively around issues of self-esteem in adolescents and adults with learning disabilities/ADHD and how to work on this in therapy.
For many people, facing life's problems can be scary, and asking for help in confronting them seems down right impossible. If you are one of these people, therapy may be beneficial to you. Therapy can help you develop a deeper understanding of these challenging issues as well as a greater understanding of yourself and how you relate to others. By helping you articulate your thoughts and feelings, and gaining a better understanding of your past experiences, we can work together to help you live a more satisfying and meaningful life.
I have worked intensively around issues of self-esteem in adolescents and adults with learning disabilities/ADHD and how to work on this in therapy.
For many people, facing life's problems can be scary, and asking for help in confronting them seems down right impossible. If you are one of these people, therapy may be beneficial to you. Therapy can help you develop a deeper understanding of these challenging issues as well as a greater understanding of yourself and how you relate to others. By helping you articulate your thoughts and feelings, and gaining a better understanding of your past experiences, we can work together to help you live a more satisfying and meaningful life.
I believe the path to feeling calm and strengthened begins with learning about oneself and developing self-awareness. I offer my patients a safe environment through which they can explore and understand feelings and experiences and use the information to create skills to cope with life's stressors.
I believe the path to feeling calm and strengthened begins with learning about oneself and developing self-awareness. I offer my patients a safe environment through which they can explore and understand feelings and experiences and use the information to create skills to cope with life's stressors.
She does testing for autism, learning disabilities, ADHD, and giftedness.
Dr. Kirkland is a licensed psychologist and Director of Training in Syosset, NY. She works with people across the lifespan—specializing in early intervention for children 5 to 9 y/o and with a special interest in adults 18-35 y/o. She has trained at Zucker Hillside Hospital, NYU Langone and St. John’s University, and has extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Behavior Therapy, Parent Training, and principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Meaning, she uses evidence-based interventions to deconstruct problematic thought and behavior patterns and create more helpful and realistic ways of thinking/acting.
She does testing for autism, learning disabilities, ADHD, and giftedness.
Dr. Kirkland is a licensed psychologist and Director of Training in Syosset, NY. She works with people across the lifespan—specializing in early intervention for children 5 to 9 y/o and with a special interest in adults 18-35 y/o. She has trained at Zucker Hillside Hospital, NYU Langone and St. John’s University, and has extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Behavior Therapy, Parent Training, and principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Meaning, she uses evidence-based interventions to deconstruct problematic thought and behavior patterns and create more helpful and realistic ways of thinking/acting.
There are seasons in life when hope and peace seem distant while trouble, stress, and doubt are unavoidable. Learning new perspectives can alleviate symptoms of anxiety, hopelessness, confusion, concentration challenges, fatigue, emotional volatility, risky behavior, or difficult relationships. I provide personalized support to encourage and empower clients to live more authentically and get positive results. I'll get to know you and your unique strengths and talents while providing support and building self-confidence to achieve more satisfaction in life.
There are seasons in life when hope and peace seem distant while trouble, stress, and doubt are unavoidable. Learning new perspectives can alleviate symptoms of anxiety, hopelessness, confusion, concentration challenges, fatigue, emotional volatility, risky behavior, or difficult relationships. I provide personalized support to encourage and empower clients to live more authentically and get positive results. I'll get to know you and your unique strengths and talents while providing support and building self-confidence to achieve more satisfaction in life.
I am a NYS Licensed Psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents, and young adults for over 10 years. I provide supportive Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in the Huntington area for children, adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing a wide range of social, emotional, or behavioral concerns. I have worked within the school system for the majority of my career and am quick to work with families and the school system to develop plans that help my clients transition the skills they develop in therapy into their real world.
I am a NYS Licensed Psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents, and young adults for over 10 years. I provide supportive Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in the Huntington area for children, adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing a wide range of social, emotional, or behavioral concerns. I have worked within the school system for the majority of my career and am quick to work with families and the school system to develop plans that help my clients transition the skills they develop in therapy into their real world.
I frequently work with adolescents and young adults transitioning to college or early stages of employment, or adults coping with job stress and the prospect of seeking out a new job or preparing for retirement, or clients facing challenges in relationships, or coping with loss or health issues . Clients seek out a safe, warm environment, in order to experience unconditional support and a therapeutic framework to manage difficult emotions and feel more empowered to manage challenging situations. I am also experienced assisting families and couples in managing conflict and improving communication.
I frequently work with adolescents and young adults transitioning to college or early stages of employment, or adults coping with job stress and the prospect of seeking out a new job or preparing for retirement, or clients facing challenges in relationships, or coping with loss or health issues . Clients seek out a safe, warm environment, in order to experience unconditional support and a therapeutic framework to manage difficult emotions and feel more empowered to manage challenging situations. I am also experienced assisting families and couples in managing conflict and improving communication.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice for over 20 years. My office is located in Commack, NY. I consider my practice style eclectic and goal oriented. I have experience with all age groups and populations but am currently accepting ages 18+. I use Cognitive Behavioral and Client Centered Approaches where I help my clients to understand their thought process and behaviors and work on small steps towards making positive changes in their lives.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice for over 20 years. My office is located in Commack, NY. I consider my practice style eclectic and goal oriented. I have experience with all age groups and populations but am currently accepting ages 18+. I use Cognitive Behavioral and Client Centered Approaches where I help my clients to understand their thought process and behaviors and work on small steps towards making positive changes in their lives.
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Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.