Therapists in Forest Hills, NY

If you are a person seeking a therapist who will be honest, straightforward, and knowledgeable, that person is me. I will be your partner, advocate, and inner voice on your journey to peace, contentment, and self fulfillment. I will also provide a safe, loving, and comfortable environment to explore the core of your true self.

I aim to guide clients to uncover and understand their truths as they share their stories. Feelings around intimacy, loss, and shame which manifest as depression and anxiety are often central themes. Couples counseling, issues relating to sex and sexuality, co-parenting, divorce, and physical illness are some of my specialties. People become stuck in self-imposed limitations and self defeating actions and self talk. In our work, you will gain new perspectives that encourage your authentic self to express itself.

Drs. Joel Stukalin & Sara Mandelbaum caringly provide exceptional COUPLES COUNSELING & INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY for your emotional health & vitality. With 70 years of combined psychological experience, helping thousands of grateful clients, Drs. Stukalin & Mandelbaum specialize in Short-Term Marriage, Pre-Marriage & Couples Counseling; Short-term & Insight-oriented Psychotherapy; Psychological Consultation; & Life Coaching for Success. Our services can profoundly enhance the quality of individuals, couples & families. Also available are consultations for children & adolescents who are manifesting anxiety, depression, frustration, relational & school conflicts. Please call 718-544-6400 for Dr. Stukalin & 718-544-9198 for Dr. Mandelbaum or visit us @ www.coupleguidance.com or www.boardcertifiedpsychologist.com

I'm passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and find fulfillment. With a specialization in LGBTQ issues, anxiety, depression, and innovative therapies like Geek therapy, I provide a safe and supportive space for clients of all ages to explore their emotions, build resilience, and achieve personal growth.

Are you struggling with feelings that are often uncomfortable, overwhelming, debilitating or even shameful? Do you find that you have difficulties finding safe, satisfying relationships? Do you feel stuck and confused and unsure of what next steps to take? Are these difficulties getting in the way of you leading the life you want? You don't have to struggle alone. We can work together to uncover the reasons for these difficulties and work through them to a more peaceful, satisfying place.

Trying to manage life is a never-ending journey. With what life throws at us like heartache, loss, and overwhelming moments that become trying. With us not knowing which directions to take and feeling all feelings at once we can end in areas of anxiety, depression and negative behavior patterns. In times we face adversity, we tend to already have a solution but have a hard time with the steps and changes needed to get there.

If you are a woman who is the lower libido partner in your intimate relationship, you're likely stuck on the sexual anxiety hamster wheel. If you’re stuck here, then sex means stress. At least once or twice a week, you feel dread about when the next time might be that your partner will want to have sex because you are rarely in the mood for it. You avoid cuddling, hugging, and kissing your partner out of fear that if you do, they will think you are in the mood. You pull away when your partner tries to hug or kiss you and you look busy or say you are busy to avoid their affection turning into a request for sex. Sounds familiar?

I am a sex-positive, poly-friendly, and kink aware psychotherapist. In both my personal and professional life, I celebrate and honor diversity. I will meet you where you are, just as you are, with kindness, curiosity, compassion, and a sense of humor.

People often ask me "How do you listen to people's problems all day?" I am inspired by the people I meet who often have difficult backgrounds and lives, yet are willing to work hard to grow and be happy, healthy, human beings. I am touched by their commitment and dedication to work on themselves instead of being angry, miserable people. What more important investment is there than investing time and energy in oneself?

I guide clients to uncover, understand, and embrace their truths, thereby living a happier, healthier life. Your most enduring relationship is the one you have with yourself. The joy derived as a parent, spouse, friend, or colleague hinges on the way you feel about and see yourself.

My therapeutic style is interactive, appropriately humorous, supportive, and sometimes challenging. My approach is collaborative — we'll work together to help identify and reach your goals. I welcome an open dialogue to create the best therapy for you as an individual. I see the immense strength, value, and potential for self-growth in each of my clients.

I believe in utilizing psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapy. However, my practice also focuses on changing the neural pathways that can become distorted when we experience trauma. With the help of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, we can work to heal childhood trauma, adult PTSD, and distorted thinking that limits joy and growth in your life. Additionally, I have experience with supporting clients with cognitive integration after a psychedelic treatment. I can support you in taking control of both your body and mind.

We all want to be seen and understood by those we love, yet relationships are challenging. We can have trouble connecting, both within ourselves and with others. It can be hard to be our authentic selves and stand in our own truth. Your personality and life experiences make you unique. I will work with you to understand your strengths and weaknesses, which I view as your super-powers, as I believe that embracing them is your path to self-knowledge and personal resolution. I’m here to help, holding a space for you to talk through challenges, cultivate life skills and ultimately define your own path to greater happiness.

As an individual, you may be experiencing a range of symptoms in body and mind that affect your ability to function optimally, to rise, and become your fullest you. In individual therapy, you’ll discover that these symptoms conceal aspects of yourself that yearn to be seen and known by the rest of you. In accessing these buried parts of self, you’ll find that your symptoms become openings through which powerful transformations occur. As a couple, you may find yourselves trapped in repetitive, painful interactions. In couples therapy, you'll begin to transform these interactions into a safe dialogue where all feel seen and known.

SE HABLA ESPAÑOL. DUE TO COVID19, SESSIONS ARE VIA TELEHEALTH. OFFICE VISITS WITH SAFETY PROTOCOLS (NYS GUIDELINES). Minds Together, LCSW.PC. provides a safe and unique setting dedicated in improving one's mental and emotional health through our professional and compassionate staff. Our mission is to improve our community one individual at a time through our culturally diverse and motivated clinicians with the hope that every person seeking treatment with us feels safe, empowered and most important treated as an individual and not as a patient.

If you're struggling with an important decision in your life, seeking positive change in a negative behavior, or feeling stuck in a rut, I might be the therapist for you. I offer a supportive space to help you navigate this season of your life. We will focus on realistic goals, learning new skills, and building a strong foundation of self-compassion that can carry you successfully through life's inevitable challenges in the future.

HABLO ESPANOL. In complaince with NYS safety guidelines, sessions are avaliable TELEHEALTH and/or face to face (safety meassures in place). I am Hispanic-Pronouns (He/His/Him) Male Social Worker with over 12 years of experienced and specialize in trauma/abuse, unresolved childhood issues, LGBTQI-gender concerns and PTSD. My approach is based on a combination of theories from unresolved childhood traumas (psycho-dymanic) to "here and now" approach; Client-center approach and empowered clients to make their own desicions in life. I utilize humor and strength perspective to creat client autonomy.

You've just taken the first step towards advancing your own personal growth. It can be difficult to address the painful or uncomfortable matters in our lives, but it is the only way to propel ourselves forward; to make the future stronger than the past. While the past will always play a role in shaping our future, it doesn't define it. Through counseling, we will work together to identify and overcome whatever obstacles may be in your path. With a clear mind and an empowered spirit, you'll be on your way to living a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life.

Loren Aryeh Leib works with couples and individuals who want to cope more effectively, have better relationships, and live more peaceful, connected, and satisfying lives. His approach draws upon over 15 years of clinical experience together with powerful evidenced based methods. His clients report having successful results in therapy!