Therapists in Far Rockaway, NY
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Wellcome Care Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, experiencing anxiety or depression, or challenged with navigating life transitions? Are you seeking support for relationship challenge? We understand and we can help you develop effective coping strategies and resilience, guidance and support, improve your communication. We offer compassionate therapist to help you explore underlying issues, and work with you to build a path toward recovery. We are here to offer personalized care designed to meet you where you are and guide you toward a healthier, more balanced life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, experiencing anxiety or depression, or challenged with navigating life transitions? Are you seeking support for relationship challenge? We understand and we can help you develop effective coping strategies and resilience, guidance and support, improve your communication. We offer compassionate therapist to help you explore underlying issues, and work with you to build a path toward recovery. We are here to offer personalized care designed to meet you where you are and guide you toward a healthier, more balanced life.
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Stacey Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Far Rockaway, NY 11691 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with constant negative thoughts that impact your mood and ability to function? You are feeling hopeless, helpless and questioning whether this will ever change for you? Making a decision to start therapy can feel daunting; it takes strength and courage to take this first step. If you are someone who struggles with anxious and negative thoughts that impact your ability to be your best self; then this is a great starting point for you. I welcome the opportunity to learn more about your needs, your functional style and see how best I can support you to achieve your therapy goals.
Are you struggling with constant negative thoughts that impact your mood and ability to function? You are feeling hopeless, helpless and questioning whether this will ever change for you? Making a decision to start therapy can feel daunting; it takes strength and courage to take this first step. If you are someone who struggles with anxious and negative thoughts that impact your ability to be your best self; then this is a great starting point for you. I welcome the opportunity to learn more about your needs, your functional style and see how best I can support you to achieve your therapy goals.
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Sonja Roberts, LCSW, Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Are you struggling with issues related to major life changes, relationship issues, anxiety, trauma, or grief? There comes a time when help is needed from a certified professional to cope with many of life’s challenges. I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Are you struggling with issues related to major life changes, relationship issues, anxiety, trauma, or grief? There comes a time when help is needed from a certified professional to cope with many of life’s challenges. I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.
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As a counselor and proud member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT), I am deeply committed to offering you the compassion and understanding you deserve. I recognize that navigating relationship difficulties and self-worth issues can be profoundly challenging. My primary focus is to genuinely listen to your concerns, explore any ambivalence you may have, and support you as you work towards your personal goals. Together, we’ll delve into what truly matters to you and why, guiding you toward a place where you feel valued and fulfilled. Your journey is important to me, and I am here to walk alongside it with you.
As a counselor and proud member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT), I am deeply committed to offering you the compassion and understanding you deserve. I recognize that navigating relationship difficulties and self-worth issues can be profoundly challenging. My primary focus is to genuinely listen to your concerns, explore any ambivalence you may have, and support you as you work towards your personal goals. Together, we’ll delve into what truly matters to you and why, guiding you toward a place where you feel valued and fulfilled. Your journey is important to me, and I am here to walk alongside it with you.
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I am a licensed psychotherapist who works with individuals, adolescents, families, and couples treating a broad range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, identity and relationship concerns. I integrate elements of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, as well as psychodynamic and mindfulness techniques to help you gain awareness and autonomy over your day to day functioning.
I am a licensed psychotherapist who works with individuals, adolescents, families, and couples treating a broad range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, identity and relationship concerns. I integrate elements of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, as well as psychodynamic and mindfulness techniques to help you gain awareness and autonomy over your day to day functioning.
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I graduated from Pace University with my Master's Degree as a Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Substance Abuse Counselor. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy as each individual has specific treatment needs as each person's experiences and the emotional impact of those experiences are unique to that individual. This is why my theoretical approach is humanistic and client-centered. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Adler, and Gestalt.
I graduated from Pace University with my Master's Degree as a Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Substance Abuse Counselor. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy as each individual has specific treatment needs as each person's experiences and the emotional impact of those experiences are unique to that individual. This is why my theoretical approach is humanistic and client-centered. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Adler, and Gestalt.
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My background includes evidenced based techniques: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE! A phrase we often hear but seldom get to experience fully. And why? Because oftentimes people are going through life SURVIVING instead of truly LIVING. We make choices out of fear instead of love. When we are in SURVIVAL mode, we think only to stabilize ourselves in the moment. We may feel anxious, depressed, angry, or burnout. We may struggle with isolation, substance misuse, relationships, or risky behavior. In LIVING mode we are able to regulate our emotions appropriately, communicate effectively with others, maintain boundaries, practice self care, feel safe in our own body and THRIVE.
My background includes evidenced based techniques: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE! A phrase we often hear but seldom get to experience fully. And why? Because oftentimes people are going through life SURVIVING instead of truly LIVING. We make choices out of fear instead of love. When we are in SURVIVAL mode, we think only to stabilize ourselves in the moment. We may feel anxious, depressed, angry, or burnout. We may struggle with isolation, substance misuse, relationships, or risky behavior. In LIVING mode we are able to regulate our emotions appropriately, communicate effectively with others, maintain boundaries, practice self care, feel safe in our own body and THRIVE.
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I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
I have been a practicing Social Worker for over 30 years. It has been my passion to help those in need . I graduated New York University in 1991 with a Masters Degree in Social Work and am also a Certified Life Coach. I also am the Vice President for a Private Not for Profit Social Service Agency in New York City serving those who live with mental illness, the homeless, HIV/AIDS, and Developmental Disabilities. In my private practice I have helped clients who have experienced depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, addictions and issues around self-esteem.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
I have been a practicing Social Worker for over 30 years. It has been my passion to help those in need . I graduated New York University in 1991 with a Masters Degree in Social Work and am also a Certified Life Coach. I also am the Vice President for a Private Not for Profit Social Service Agency in New York City serving those who live with mental illness, the homeless, HIV/AIDS, and Developmental Disabilities. In my private practice I have helped clients who have experienced depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, addictions and issues around self-esteem.
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I graduated from Pace University with my Master's Degree as a Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Substance Abuse Counselor. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy as each individual has specific treatment needs as each person's experiences and the emotional impact of those experiences are unique to that individual. This is why my theoretical approach is humanistic and client-centered. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Adler, and Gestalt.
I graduated from Pace University with my Master's Degree as a Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Substance Abuse Counselor. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy as each individual has specific treatment needs as each person's experiences and the emotional impact of those experiences are unique to that individual. This is why my theoretical approach is humanistic and client-centered. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Adler, and Gestalt.
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In my practice I utilize evidenced based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness Based Therapy.
Everyone deserves to live a fulfilled life consisting of freedom, happiness, inner piece and growth. As a psychotherapist, I work collaboratively with my clients to achieve these goals in order for them to live a happier life. My goal is to instill hope in my clients and guide them towards self-acceptance. My work with clients involves building the therapeutic relationship through empathy, unconditional positive regards, mindfulness and creativity. By providing clients with safe and non-judgmental environment we work towards exploring and resolving personal conflicts to help the client achieve growth and live a meaningful life.
In my practice I utilize evidenced based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness Based Therapy.
Everyone deserves to live a fulfilled life consisting of freedom, happiness, inner piece and growth. As a psychotherapist, I work collaboratively with my clients to achieve these goals in order for them to live a happier life. My goal is to instill hope in my clients and guide them towards self-acceptance. My work with clients involves building the therapeutic relationship through empathy, unconditional positive regards, mindfulness and creativity. By providing clients with safe and non-judgmental environment we work towards exploring and resolving personal conflicts to help the client achieve growth and live a meaningful life.
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I utilize techniques in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Harm Reduction, and Motivational Interviewing.
Throughout my almost 10-year career, I have worked with individuals dealing with anxiety, managing depression, relationship struggles, and stress management. I have a relaxed, empathetic approach, and I believe that gaining rapport and trust is important in making my clients comfortable in therapy. I provide a safe, collaborative, and open space to process challenges my clients are working through.
I utilize techniques in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Harm Reduction, and Motivational Interviewing.
Throughout my almost 10-year career, I have worked with individuals dealing with anxiety, managing depression, relationship struggles, and stress management. I have a relaxed, empathetic approach, and I believe that gaining rapport and trust is important in making my clients comfortable in therapy. I provide a safe, collaborative, and open space to process challenges my clients are working through.
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Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jamaica, NY 11412
With cultural sensitivity and compassion, we are client-centered and use eclectic interventions: Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Structured Family Recovery Counseling, Family Systems Therapy, (FST), Play Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy to achieve the best results.
These past two years have been difficult and everyone needs a safe place to talk about how they feel. Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling provides that safe place. We are dedicated, licensed professions who want to help you get through these difficult times and adjust to the new normal. Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling provides compassionate, professional counseling services from Therapists dedicated to helping you heal and grow. We are a grass roots practice with courteous staff and affordable pricing.
With cultural sensitivity and compassion, we are client-centered and use eclectic interventions: Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Structured Family Recovery Counseling, Family Systems Therapy, (FST), Play Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy to achieve the best results.
These past two years have been difficult and everyone needs a safe place to talk about how they feel. Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling provides that safe place. We are dedicated, licensed professions who want to help you get through these difficult times and adjust to the new normal. Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling provides compassionate, professional counseling services from Therapists dedicated to helping you heal and grow. We are a grass roots practice with courteous staff and affordable pricing.
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I am Chaplain Donna A. Moore, a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing Psychotherapy for over 25 years to adolescents, and adults in New York City. In my practice I address the following issues: depression; anxiety; stress; anger management; PTSD; family therapy; parental skills; substance abuse; women issues; low self esteem; grief/loss; and ADHD. My treatment approach's are Person Centered; Mindfulness; CBT; DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
I am Chaplain Donna A. Moore, a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing Psychotherapy for over 25 years to adolescents, and adults in New York City. In my practice I address the following issues: depression; anxiety; stress; anger management; PTSD; family therapy; parental skills; substance abuse; women issues; low self esteem; grief/loss; and ADHD. My treatment approach's are Person Centered; Mindfulness; CBT; DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
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Margarita Khanina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11229 (Online Only)
Margarita uses a range of evidence based models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy techniques.
Margarita (she/her) is a trauma therapist who has over a decade of experience working with survivors of trauma. She has both a Master's degree in Psychology and Social Work and uses both create a plan that best fits your needs. She has extensive experience working with clients who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, and those who have lost loved ones. In addition, Margarita specializes in relationship concerns and processing breakups.
Margarita uses a range of evidence based models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy techniques.
Margarita (she/her) is a trauma therapist who has over a decade of experience working with survivors of trauma. She has both a Master's degree in Psychology and Social Work and uses both create a plan that best fits your needs. She has extensive experience working with clients who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, and those who have lost loved ones. In addition, Margarita specializes in relationship concerns and processing breakups.
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Rachel Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11238
My practice is based in trauma theory, psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing.
It takes significant strength to take the first step in initiating a connection with a therapist. I view all clients as experts of their own experience and I will follow your lead in establishing a treatment plan that will bring you closer to your personal goals. My experience as a trauma therapist includes 10 years of providing supportive services to survivors of crime and interpersonal abuse, as well as individuals impacted by depression and/or anxiety. I have 5 years of experience providing clinical supervision to other clinicians including rising social workers and seasoned trauma-focused providers.
My practice is based in trauma theory, psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing.
It takes significant strength to take the first step in initiating a connection with a therapist. I view all clients as experts of their own experience and I will follow your lead in establishing a treatment plan that will bring you closer to your personal goals. My experience as a trauma therapist includes 10 years of providing supportive services to survivors of crime and interpersonal abuse, as well as individuals impacted by depression and/or anxiety. I have 5 years of experience providing clinical supervision to other clinicians including rising social workers and seasoned trauma-focused providers.
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Miri Taub
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11210 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, past traumas, and relationship issues? Do you deal with personal concerns, family, career and/or life difficulties? My approach is persons-centered, integrative, and collaborative. Modalities often used in our sessions are, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions Focused Therapy, Talk Therapy, and Validation Therapy. I use a Strengths-Based Model that promotes healing, motivation, progress, and positive outcomes. It is often difficult to take the first step to reach out to explore therapy. It doesn't have to be.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, past traumas, and relationship issues? Do you deal with personal concerns, family, career and/or life difficulties? My approach is persons-centered, integrative, and collaborative. Modalities often used in our sessions are, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions Focused Therapy, Talk Therapy, and Validation Therapy. I use a Strengths-Based Model that promotes healing, motivation, progress, and positive outcomes. It is often difficult to take the first step to reach out to explore therapy. It doesn't have to be.
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Rothschild Counseling Therapy Center
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11235 (Online Only)
At Rothschild Mental Health Counseling Center, we provide high quality care and psychotherapy services, psychological support and treatment to adults, couples, children, and groups. Our approach is tailored to each person individually where feelings are honored and respected, and treatment is provided and each client is guided gently toward a healing process. We use the latest evidence-based research to help our clients, using the Art, knowledge of therapeutic process, we utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Gestalt in a serene, and comfortable environment. Please visit us at www.therapyny.net for more information.
At Rothschild Mental Health Counseling Center, we provide high quality care and psychotherapy services, psychological support and treatment to adults, couples, children, and groups. Our approach is tailored to each person individually where feelings are honored and respected, and treatment is provided and each client is guided gently toward a healing process. We use the latest evidence-based research to help our clients, using the Art, knowledge of therapeutic process, we utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Gestalt in a serene, and comfortable environment. Please visit us at www.therapyny.net for more information.
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I utilize empathetic listening skills and motivational interviewing which helps make all clients feel special.
Hello. My name is Rachael A. Figueroa, LCSW-R. I have been a Social Worker for the past 26 years. For 20 of those years, I have been working in the mental health field. I currently work with individuals with mental health diagnoses of major depression, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, trauma issues, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder. I enjoy what I do and look forward to going into my office every day. I am a laid-back individual and utilize humor as a way to relax a client.
I utilize empathetic listening skills and motivational interviewing which helps make all clients feel special.
Hello. My name is Rachael A. Figueroa, LCSW-R. I have been a Social Worker for the past 26 years. For 20 of those years, I have been working in the mental health field. I currently work with individuals with mental health diagnoses of major depression, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, trauma issues, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder. I enjoy what I do and look forward to going into my office every day. I am a laid-back individual and utilize humor as a way to relax a client.
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I utilize techniques from Dialectical Behavior and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Motivational Interviewing and a trauma-informed, strengths-based framework, to help you navigate ongoing crises or challenges, process through different forms of trauma, and develop the habits that you want for your life.
Are there things you feel like you need to get off your chest, figure out, or work through? Have you attempted to make life changes and develop different habits, but still aren’t where you want to be? If so, you’re in the right place, and I’m proud of you for prioritizing your needs.
I utilize techniques from Dialectical Behavior and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Motivational Interviewing and a trauma-informed, strengths-based framework, to help you navigate ongoing crises or challenges, process through different forms of trauma, and develop the habits that you want for your life.
Are there things you feel like you need to get off your chest, figure out, or work through? Have you attempted to make life changes and develop different habits, but still aren’t where you want to be? If so, you’re in the right place, and I’m proud of you for prioritizing your needs.
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Success and Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11207 (Online Only)
Using a trauma-informed lens to work with clients, as well as various other modalities, such as client-centered therapy, solution-based therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Specialities: General Mental Health, Grief and Loss, Personal Growth and Self-Esteem, General relationship challenges (family, friends, co-workers), Domestic Abuse and Violence, Emotional Management, and Conflict Resolution/Mediation Services
Using a trauma-informed lens to work with clients, as well as various other modalities, such as client-centered therapy, solution-based therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Specialities: General Mental Health, Grief and Loss, Personal Growth and Self-Esteem, General relationship challenges (family, friends, co-workers), Domestic Abuse and Violence, Emotional Management, and Conflict Resolution/Mediation Services
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Motivational Interviewing Therapists
How does motivational interviewing work?
Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.
Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?
Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.
How long does motivational interviewing last?
Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.
What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?
In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.