Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Farmingdale, NY

The Corona Virus has wreaked havoc on our lives. While we have come a long way from the early days of the pandemic, fears of contracting the virus are still present. Some may be grieving the loss of a loved one who died from the virus. Healthcare workers, doctors and unformed service personnel witnessed the unimaginable. Prolonged quarantine put stress on families and marraiges. If you are experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, flashbacks of what you experienced, you are not alone. You don't have to deal with the aftermath of Corona Virus by yourself. I am here to hear to get you back on track and life again.

Everyone can benefit from some extra support every now and then, right? Well, as a therapist that goes to therapy, I know exactly how it feels to be in your shoes. Finding the right therapist can be exhausting, but once you do, it's so worth it. The process of therapy & the journey of self-discovery can help untangle confusing thoughts, feelings, and behavioral patterns. I meet clients where they are to provide a safe, calm, and supportive environment for my clients to help them accomplish their goals.

Hi! I’m Karyn, and I help women improve their emotional wellness and feel their best. I specialize in women's issues including: improving self-esteem/self-love, anxiety/stress management, relationship issues, disordered eating and body-image issues, maternal mental health, postpartum depression, and fertility concerns.

Akili Carter is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2022. Akili typically strives to help clients realize their potential through a myriad of techniques and modalities. In his free time, Akili writes, plays basketball, draws, and enjoys art. He is an author of a relationship book, several books of poetry, and is currently working on a book on Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Gina Tedesco is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a trained psychotherapist, accredited and registered in the State of New York and Florida. She has over 20 years of clinical experience practicing psychotherapy. Gina loves working with people of all ages, backgrounds, race and ethnicity to find their passion for life and remove negative self-talk and other disruptions that block peace of mind and personal fulfillment. Reality is most of us have felt crippled by anxiety and fear at some point in our lives.

Lisa'a specialty areas include anxiety, chronic illness, depression, family conflict, life transitions, and relationship concerns. She has experience working with couples, families, adults, and teens. She utilizes various therapeutic techniques to meet her clients where they are. She helps them identify their emotions and learn positive, healthy ways to express themselves. She has also worked with older populations providing support through the end-of-life phases. She works with stress management and emotional challenges throughout the life cycle.

As a licensed clinical social worker and coach with certification in Gestalt psychotherapy and the Gestalt model of coaching, my practice is centered around individuals, couples and all types of families. I practice therapy and coaching with a holistic and action-oriented approach that encompasses the realms of body, emotion, mind and spirit. My focus is supporting my clients in promoting self-care and self-awareness in the present as they create their own unique life experience. My combined therapeutic and coaching work is interactive and supportive with the goal of helping clients move toward change and growth.

Dedicated to helping you live fully in the present, open up to the future and invest in life and relationships with others.

*****Long Island Press voted "Best on Long Island for Psychotherapist". ***** My practice offers a broad spectrum of services which includes providing in-office/home, long/short term: individual (children, adolescents, adults), marital, and family psychotherapy. I Collaborate with psychiatrists (medication), attorneys (divorce/estate plannng) and neurologists (ADHD), to ensure the client receives proper care . A treatment plan is formulated for symptom management and stress reduction. Additionally, a detailed Psychosocial history and Mental Health Assessment is completed, together resulting in a working diagnosis. The client may then remain in treatment with me or will be referred to the appropriate setting to fit their individual needs.

You might be wondering, "How can therapy help ME?" The truth is that deep down, we all have an innate desire to learn, grow, and develop and therapy can help you do this! As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based out of Long Island NY, I specialize in helping men and women overcome difficulties with anxiety, depression, stress, and family/relationship problems so they can live a happier life.

Life has taken a huge toll on you and your loved ones lately and there are likely feelings of exhaustion, frustration, loneliness, and mood changes that are new and concerning. Whether you are a brand new parent without the important support you need, or a parent concerned about the emotional health of your child, or even a partner or loved one of a family member who is struggling, you are feeling helpless and uncertain of where to turn.

We are so glad you are here! Our therapists work from a person-centered approach to assist in finding a client's desire to break down challenges that need to be addressed and to empower each and every person to find their courage to believe in their worth, and, their strength. This means working together will be conversation based and using techniques and approaches that won’t make you feel like you are being put under a microscope. Our goal is to make you feel validated and heard. Our therapists assist to help others think outside the typical, to be creative and see things and obstacles from a different perspective.

Hi! I am Mikaela, you can call me Mikaela or Dr. Mikaela. I don’t have a preference. Please reach out to me if you are looking to have an empathetic person to listen, offer feedback, and provide guidance for you to create solutions for yourself.

Asking for help can be difficult, especially with the mental health stigma that surrounds us. The reality is that everyone is subjected to the unpredictable stressors of life, and it's normal to feel the weight of that. Whether you are mandated or voluntarily seeking assistance, I will be here for you every step of the way. My approach to treatment is non-judgmental and empathetic, as everyone deserves a chance to be the best version of themselves no matter what their history entails. It is my belief that people are not defined by a single moment or period in their life. What matters is here and now, so let's make positive changes!

Are you struggling, in your relationships with others, as a parent or in your career? I work with individuals of all ages to learn to better manage stress and other challenging experiences. My goal is to help my clients identify their personal strengths and build skills to better deal with problems in their life.

Welcome! I am excited to work with you. My approach offers both support and insight to help you in your journey. If you have struggled with feeling stuck, discouraged or dissatisfied, indecisive, lack confidence, personal addiction or a family/friend with an addiction, meeting/identifying goals, relationships, work issues, and/or other life challenges then let’s explore these challenges together to either cope and/or empower you to make decisions in support of the life you want to live! YOU deserve it. Together, we can get clear on your goals for the life you want to live!

Navigating through life encompasses a myriad of experiences. It can be joyful, exhilarating, stressful, or overwhelming—any word you choose can fit. At times, it becomes incredibly difficult. Each person’s life journey is unique, filled with struggles and obstacles that are simply a part of it. These moments can be overwhelming. Learning to navigate through these challenging times can be difficult but ultimately fulfilling.

If you’re reading this, know you’re not alone. One in five Americans are diagnosed with a mental health condition every year, and one out of six teenagers struggle currently with depression. You’re probably looking for compassionate and effective therapy either for yourself or your child. Well, you’re in luck. At InsightDBT, we provide cutting edge, compassionate, and effective Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teens, adults, and their families.