Sandplay Therapists in Far Rockaway, NY

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Shragi Chafetz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
I am a licensed psychotherapist. After graduating with a Master's in Social Work from Long Island University, I went on to obtain post-graduate training at the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy and have also pursued training and consultation in Exposure Therapy, Trauma Treatment, and Play Therapy Modalities such as Sand Play Therapy and Art Therapy. With these experiences I utilize the latest research based treatment modalities to help my clients cope with and overcome issues related to anxiety, trauma, poor academic and social functioning, parenting and family conflict, and other child and adolescent struggles.
I am a licensed psychotherapist. After graduating with a Master's in Social Work from Long Island University, I went on to obtain post-graduate training at the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy and have also pursued training and consultation in Exposure Therapy, Trauma Treatment, and Play Therapy Modalities such as Sand Play Therapy and Art Therapy. With these experiences I utilize the latest research based treatment modalities to help my clients cope with and overcome issues related to anxiety, trauma, poor academic and social functioning, parenting and family conflict, and other child and adolescent struggles.
(516) 362-2595 View (516) 362-2595
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Michal Simon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
I am a licensed clinical psychotherapist who treats anxiety, depression, and trauma for children, adolescents, and adults. Each client is treated as the expert on his or herself and is given practical tools to cope with life's challenges. My goal is to create a collaborative plan to help work on personal as well as family-related challenges and obstacles. I view each client as trying their best to navigate the challenges that life often presents and I cater my therapeutic approach to each individual depending on their age and the nature of their goals. I believe we can tackle whatever issues might come your way, together.
I am a licensed clinical psychotherapist who treats anxiety, depression, and trauma for children, adolescents, and adults. Each client is treated as the expert on his or herself and is given practical tools to cope with life's challenges. My goal is to create a collaborative plan to help work on personal as well as family-related challenges and obstacles. I view each client as trying their best to navigate the challenges that life often presents and I cater my therapeutic approach to each individual depending on their age and the nature of their goals. I believe we can tackle whatever issues might come your way, together.
(516) 217-8539 View (516) 217-8539
Hedy Rubel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
My passion is working with children and I believe the child-centered play therapy approach is an invaluable tool that helps children grow in the areas that they need to. I also believe that when working with children you have to include the entire family-system. Additionally, I work with tweens, teens, adolescents, and young adults utilizing a variety of approaches including CBT, Somatic, and Psychodynamic approaches.
My passion is working with children and I believe the child-centered play therapy approach is an invaluable tool that helps children grow in the areas that they need to. I also believe that when working with children you have to include the entire family-system. Additionally, I work with tweens, teens, adolescents, and young adults utilizing a variety of approaches including CBT, Somatic, and Psychodynamic approaches.
(516) 373-7653 View (516) 373-7653
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Rachel Rosenholtz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Dealing with difficult feelings alone can be overwhelming. Many find it far easier to keep those feelings buried. Some are overcome by them instead. These feelings can interfere with our dreams and relationships, impacting our ability to live our lives to the fullest. One of the greatest obstacles to coping with feelings is poor sleep which is why it is a major component of the work I do. Feel free to reach out. It would be my honor to partner with you in making your dreams a reality.
Dealing with difficult feelings alone can be overwhelming. Many find it far easier to keep those feelings buried. Some are overcome by them instead. These feelings can interfere with our dreams and relationships, impacting our ability to live our lives to the fullest. One of the greatest obstacles to coping with feelings is poor sleep which is why it is a major component of the work I do. Feel free to reach out. It would be my honor to partner with you in making your dreams a reality.
(929) 305-0367 View (929) 305-0367
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Atara Heimowitz
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Feeling lost, alone and overwhelmed? Struggling with anxiety or depression? Need help processing trauma? I am here to provide a nonjudgmental, safe space to support you in this journey and to give you the tools to enhance the most important relationship in your life- the one with yourself. I believe in tailoring treatment to your individual needs to improve your functioning and quality of life. I look forward to working collaboratively with you to get you to a place of self-love and compassion.
Feeling lost, alone and overwhelmed? Struggling with anxiety or depression? Need help processing trauma? I am here to provide a nonjudgmental, safe space to support you in this journey and to give you the tools to enhance the most important relationship in your life- the one with yourself. I believe in tailoring treatment to your individual needs to improve your functioning and quality of life. I look forward to working collaboratively with you to get you to a place of self-love and compassion.
(718) 673-6989 View (718) 673-6989
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Eileen Fine
Counselor, LMHC, CPC
Verified Verified
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
(516) 990-2624 View (516) 990-2624

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Eta Feuerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jamaica, NY 11415  (Online Only)
I work with people experiencing trauma, grief, identity exploration, anxiety and depression. Currently accepting the following Medicaid insurances- Healthfirst and Metroplus, and Cigna, Aetna, Oxford, Oscar, United Healthcare, BCBS (not Medicaid). My practice highly values cultural competency and financial accessibility, and I work with people of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, and genders/sexuality. I practice with values of compassion, somatics and connecting to our bodies, spirituality and connecting to the earth, and sex positivity (including the importance of what asexuality brings).
I work with people experiencing trauma, grief, identity exploration, anxiety and depression. Currently accepting the following Medicaid insurances- Healthfirst and Metroplus, and Cigna, Aetna, Oxford, Oscar, United Healthcare, BCBS (not Medicaid). My practice highly values cultural competency and financial accessibility, and I work with people of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, and genders/sexuality. I practice with values of compassion, somatics and connecting to our bodies, spirituality and connecting to the earth, and sex positivity (including the importance of what asexuality brings).
(347) 527-9857 View (347) 527-9857
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Henry Li
Counselor, Henry Li, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Flushing, NY 11379
Hello everyone, please welcome and allow me to first begin in thanking you. The choice to start therapy isn’t always easy, sometimes it is the most difficult thing to do is to even consider it, then admit you want/need it before even taking the steps to start, but you are not alone on this journey. Perhaps there has been times that you have found yourself feeling stressed, down, lacking confidence, or stuck in a pattern that no longer serves you. Perhaps you’re ready to take steps toward changes but feel stuck or unsure where to start. Or even feeling lost in your relationships in life or even disconnected from them.
Hello everyone, please welcome and allow me to first begin in thanking you. The choice to start therapy isn’t always easy, sometimes it is the most difficult thing to do is to even consider it, then admit you want/need it before even taking the steps to start, but you are not alone on this journey. Perhaps there has been times that you have found yourself feeling stressed, down, lacking confidence, or stuck in a pattern that no longer serves you. Perhaps you’re ready to take steps toward changes but feel stuck or unsure where to start. Or even feeling lost in your relationships in life or even disconnected from them.
(929) 810-2506 View (929) 810-2506
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Patricia Ramjohn
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Queens Village, NY 11428
If you, or someone you know is going through a tough time, talking to someone is one of the best possible things you can do. One of the advantages of talking to a counselor is that they do not know your friends, your family and they do not have opinions about how you should be living your life. It can be easier to open up and tell me things you might not tell other people. You do not have to worry about being judged.
If you, or someone you know is going through a tough time, talking to someone is one of the best possible things you can do. One of the advantages of talking to a counselor is that they do not know your friends, your family and they do not have opinions about how you should be living your life. It can be easier to open up and tell me things you might not tell other people. You do not have to worry about being judged.
(347) 434-8609 View (347) 434-8609
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Linda Bederman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Forest Hills, NY 11375
Depression, anxiety and anger can really impact your overall functioning and quality of life. I believe that people's lives can improve and that change is possible. My strength based approach to treatment will allow you to process, reflect, problem solve and develop coping strategies to promote personal growth. The goal of treatment would be for you improve your relationships with others, cope with life stressors, and manage symptoms more effectively.
Depression, anxiety and anger can really impact your overall functioning and quality of life. I believe that people's lives can improve and that change is possible. My strength based approach to treatment will allow you to process, reflect, problem solve and develop coping strategies to promote personal growth. The goal of treatment would be for you improve your relationships with others, cope with life stressors, and manage symptoms more effectively.
(917) 746-6118 View (917) 746-6118
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Integral Mental Health Counseling
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CASAC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond Hill, NY 11418
We are a private psychotherapy practice in Corona, Queens. We have extensive experience successfully assessing, counseling and supporting varying client populations in multiple settings, We have multiple bilingual specialized professionals for your service and care. We specialize in all types of psychological disorders, ADHD, ADD, ODD, Depression, Anxiety to name a few. We provide parenting classes, marriage counseling, psychotherapy for adolescents, group family therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, play therapy for children, students with academic and behavioral problems, response prevention and more.
We are a private psychotherapy practice in Corona, Queens. We have extensive experience successfully assessing, counseling and supporting varying client populations in multiple settings, We have multiple bilingual specialized professionals for your service and care. We specialize in all types of psychological disorders, ADHD, ADD, ODD, Depression, Anxiety to name a few. We provide parenting classes, marriage counseling, psychotherapy for adolescents, group family therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, play therapy for children, students with academic and behavioral problems, response prevention and more.
(929) 227-6147 View (929) 227-6147
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Pilon Harlem
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11213
During these chaotic and unpredictable times, it is natural to be experiencing difficulties. Fun, joy, connection, and community are difficult to access and impact wellbeing. We specialize in treating symptoms of anxiety and depression and multicultural issues. We avoid labeling diagnoses (decolonizing when possible) and work to treat you holistically. We work on communication, focusing, frustration tolerance strategies through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with an anti-oppressive lens.
During these chaotic and unpredictable times, it is natural to be experiencing difficulties. Fun, joy, connection, and community are difficult to access and impact wellbeing. We specialize in treating symptoms of anxiety and depression and multicultural issues. We avoid labeling diagnoses (decolonizing when possible) and work to treat you holistically. We work on communication, focusing, frustration tolerance strategies through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with an anti-oppressive lens.
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Alanna E Newman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Ms Ed
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Breezy Point, NY 11697  (Online Only)
I am a strengths based therapist who aims to work with a client from where they are at the beginning of our work together and help you to reach your therapeutic goals. I hope to provide you with support and empower you to learn skills that will help you to navigate life successfully after our work together is completed.
I am a strengths based therapist who aims to work with a client from where they are at the beginning of our work together and help you to reach your therapeutic goals. I hope to provide you with support and empower you to learn skills that will help you to navigate life successfully after our work together is completed.
(845) 237-3559 View (845) 237-3559
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Lifespan Wellness Marriage & Family Therapy, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MHC
Verified Verified
Elmont, NY 11003
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) I begin each therapeutic connection with getting to know you and the areas of your life, and together we will conceptualize your life through a biopsychosocial-spiritual lens and how these elements interact with each other and affect your overall wellbeing. I use a personal style that blends humor, creativity, sensitivity, sensibility, and evidence-based short term, measureable, attainable, realistic, and timely (SMART) strategies to help you grow in your areas of life and relationships and achieve your identified goals.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) I begin each therapeutic connection with getting to know you and the areas of your life, and together we will conceptualize your life through a biopsychosocial-spiritual lens and how these elements interact with each other and affect your overall wellbeing. I use a personal style that blends humor, creativity, sensitivity, sensibility, and evidence-based short term, measureable, attainable, realistic, and timely (SMART) strategies to help you grow in your areas of life and relationships and achieve your identified goals.
(917) 615-0597 View (917) 615-0597
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Luz M Oviedo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Forest Hills, NY 11375
As a Therapist and Life Coach I often wear many hats. My current roles include being the Executive Director of Social Butterflies Psychotherapy where our therapist provide virtual appointments and in-person appointments at our newest locations in Garden City, Long Island, NY and Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY. My passion is to Mentor aspiring Clinicians that want to build their own practices. At Creative Care Group I supervise Clinicians and Interns. Our clinicians are dedicated to providing the best in behavioral & mental health services. We are currently offering individual, family, couples therapy at all of our locations.
As a Therapist and Life Coach I often wear many hats. My current roles include being the Executive Director of Social Butterflies Psychotherapy where our therapist provide virtual appointments and in-person appointments at our newest locations in Garden City, Long Island, NY and Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY. My passion is to Mentor aspiring Clinicians that want to build their own practices. At Creative Care Group I supervise Clinicians and Interns. Our clinicians are dedicated to providing the best in behavioral & mental health services. We are currently offering individual, family, couples therapy at all of our locations.
(888) 711-5532 View (888) 711-5532
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Vanessa Cotton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Forest Hills, NY 11375
As we navigate life, experiences continue to happen and it is our responsibility to decide what to do with our reality and accepting the cards we are given and the moments that come our way. We can pretend that our loved ones did not die, the divorce did not happen, the bullying never started, or the intrusive worries are just in your imagination and will go away on their own. However, avoidance does not bring healing. I am driven to assist my clients to develop a deeper level of awareness and to discover their own insights about childhood patterns, their behaviors, and thoughts about their relationships and communication styles.
As we navigate life, experiences continue to happen and it is our responsibility to decide what to do with our reality and accepting the cards we are given and the moments that come our way. We can pretend that our loved ones did not die, the divorce did not happen, the bullying never started, or the intrusive worries are just in your imagination and will go away on their own. However, avoidance does not bring healing. I am driven to assist my clients to develop a deeper level of awareness and to discover their own insights about childhood patterns, their behaviors, and thoughts about their relationships and communication styles.
(929) 416-4008 View (929) 416-4008
Cristi Riccio-Keane
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Rockaway Park, NY 11694  (Online Only)
Are you or your tween/teen struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, school or work related issues, parenting, relationship issues, or major life changes? There comes a time when we need help from a licensed professional to help cope with many of life’s challenges including: Depression Anxiety & Stress Management Social & Emotional/Emotional Intelligence Skill Building with children & teens Maternal Mental health, Post partum depression/anxiety,Pregnancy loss & fertility issues,Parenting issues,Major Life Transitions Relationship Issues, and more
Are you or your tween/teen struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, school or work related issues, parenting, relationship issues, or major life changes? There comes a time when we need help from a licensed professional to help cope with many of life’s challenges including: Depression Anxiety & Stress Management Social & Emotional/Emotional Intelligence Skill Building with children & teens Maternal Mental health, Post partum depression/anxiety,Pregnancy loss & fertility issues,Parenting issues,Major Life Transitions Relationship Issues, and more
(646) 776-1892 View (646) 776-1892
Dr. Enza M DiBenedetto
Counselor, MS, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
Forest Hills, NY 11375
I have a diverse practice. I work with children, families, adults, and couples. I can work with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, trauma, autism and developmental concerns, and ruptures in family systems. I have extensive experience using play therapy and can also perform cognitive and projective assessments.
I have a diverse practice. I work with children, families, adults, and couples. I can work with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, trauma, autism and developmental concerns, and ruptures in family systems. I have extensive experience using play therapy and can also perform cognitive and projective assessments.
(929) 822-5208 View (929) 822-5208
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Yael Flam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NY 11385
Do you have relationship anxiety or OCD and are nervous to be misunderstood in therapy? Have you made your rounds with talk therapists and not made the progress you imagine is possible? OR, are you a parent who is looking for play therapy for your child that will bring results faster than traditional play therapy? Well, you are BOTH in the right place!
Do you have relationship anxiety or OCD and are nervous to be misunderstood in therapy? Have you made your rounds with talk therapists and not made the progress you imagine is possible? OR, are you a parent who is looking for play therapy for your child that will bring results faster than traditional play therapy? Well, you are BOTH in the right place!
(443) 672-5370 View (443) 672-5370
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Nina Reiss (Pnina Braun)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hewlett, NY 11557
You want your life filled with passion, joy, and meaning in personal goals, career, and treasured relationships. You want to know that you matter and you are loved and accepted. You want to lift the weight of stress, frustration, hurt, and despair. For couples, you desire more excitement and a deeper connection. For parents, you want to know how to help your child through a struggle that you find overwhelming. You don’t have to feel powerless any more. You can take control of your life. Take the reins to steer your life on a new path to achieve your dreams, enhance your love life, & develop positive connections with others!
You want your life filled with passion, joy, and meaning in personal goals, career, and treasured relationships. You want to know that you matter and you are loved and accepted. You want to lift the weight of stress, frustration, hurt, and despair. For couples, you desire more excitement and a deeper connection. For parents, you want to know how to help your child through a struggle that you find overwhelming. You don’t have to feel powerless any more. You can take control of your life. Take the reins to steer your life on a new path to achieve your dreams, enhance your love life, & develop positive connections with others!
(516) 246-6055 View (516) 246-6055

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Sandplay Therapists

What problems are best treated with sandplay therapy?

Research has examined this therapy’s utility in young people and found positive results. It has been shown to be useful for those who suffer from autism, attention deficit disorder, anxiety, and or aggressive behavior. Children who have suffered abuse, neglect, or trauma have also seen improvement through this therapy. Abused children are often fearful and anxious about their safety, making verbal communication more difficult.

Is sandplay therapy suitable for children and teenagers?

Children and adolescents are good candidates for sandplay therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts, let alone the emotions they are experiencing. Through this play therapy, they will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.

Is sandplay suitable for adults?

This type of therapy can be useful for adults who have difficulties expressing themselves. People who have suffered neurological changes after a brain injury or because of a traumatic event might be good candidates for this therapy. In fact, anything that has had an effect on the brain, such as substance abuse, can make non-verbal sandplay a valuable option.

Does sandplay therapy work?

There have been studies on the effectiveness of sandplay therapy, and it appears to improve difficult behaviors in children. It may also enhance self-esteem and lessen feelings of physical anxiety as well as hypersensitivity. This type of therapy is based on non-verbal communication and may feel less threatening to the individual.