Chronic Illness Therapists in Garden City, NY
Melissa Marconi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530 (Online Only)
Welcome, and thank you for considering me as your therapist. I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in anxiety, stress management, issues related to chronic and physical illness, and life transitions. When confronting challenges such as chronic illness, disability, and mental health issues you may feel that your world has been turned upside down. Everyday tasks and responsibilities may seem impossible and the feelings of hopelessness, guilt, and anxiety can be overwhelming.
Welcome, and thank you for considering me as your therapist. I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in anxiety, stress management, issues related to chronic and physical illness, and life transitions. When confronting challenges such as chronic illness, disability, and mental health issues you may feel that your world has been turned upside down. Everyday tasks and responsibilities may seem impossible and the feelings of hopelessness, guilt, and anxiety can be overwhelming.
Lindsay Weber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Feeling overwhelmed by the rollercoaster of adolescence and young adulthood, especially with chronic illness, is more common than you might think. Therapy isn't just about tackling issues—it's about having someone by your side through tough times, helping you build confidence, and teaching you to advocate for yourself. With 8+ years of experience as a hospital social worker specializing in adolescent eating disorders, adult & pediatric organ transplant, & mental health, I’ve helped young people navigate the complexities of chronic illness, medical trauma, anxiety, depression, and the unique pressures that come with these experiences
Feeling overwhelmed by the rollercoaster of adolescence and young adulthood, especially with chronic illness, is more common than you might think. Therapy isn't just about tackling issues—it's about having someone by your side through tough times, helping you build confidence, and teaching you to advocate for yourself. With 8+ years of experience as a hospital social worker specializing in adolescent eating disorders, adult & pediatric organ transplant, & mental health, I’ve helped young people navigate the complexities of chronic illness, medical trauma, anxiety, depression, and the unique pressures that come with these experiences
Dr. Mary E Rzeszut
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530 (Online Only)
My specialty is assisting those who live with a chronic illness, chronic pain and organ transplant candidates/recipients regain an optimal quality of life while managing the symptoms of the illness.
Many of life's stressors can interfere in the ability to maintain emotional and physical well being. My practice is client centered so we will work on the issues most important to you and develop goals, and treatment plans of therapy or coaching together, to help you live your best life. I work with individuals, couples and families in many areas including life transitions, work related stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and chronic disease. I have over 17 years of experience as a therapist and as well as medical social work experience with a deep understanding of the mind body connection.
My specialty is assisting those who live with a chronic illness, chronic pain and organ transplant candidates/recipients regain an optimal quality of life while managing the symptoms of the illness.
Many of life's stressors can interfere in the ability to maintain emotional and physical well being. My practice is client centered so we will work on the issues most important to you and develop goals, and treatment plans of therapy or coaching together, to help you live your best life. I work with individuals, couples and families in many areas including life transitions, work related stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and chronic disease. I have over 17 years of experience as a therapist and as well as medical social work experience with a deep understanding of the mind body connection.
Torres Mental Health Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC, MS Ed
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Depending on the clinician they work with individuals experiencing general mental health issues, trauma, chronic illness, relationship difficulties, pediatric/teen counseling, etc.
Our group was founded in 2020 by Silvia Torres, LMHC, NCC. Our mission is to provide a space that will allow you to heal, feel heard, and develop skills that can help you reach your goals. We offer client-centered focused therapy. We are here to help you while providing dignity, compassion, and acceptance to assist you in your journey to developing mental wellness. Our clinicians have a variety of backgrounds and we try to match you as best as we can. We look forward to assisting you on your journey!
Depending on the clinician they work with individuals experiencing general mental health issues, trauma, chronic illness, relationship difficulties, pediatric/teen counseling, etc.
Our group was founded in 2020 by Silvia Torres, LMHC, NCC. Our mission is to provide a space that will allow you to heal, feel heard, and develop skills that can help you reach your goals. We offer client-centered focused therapy. We are here to help you while providing dignity, compassion, and acceptance to assist you in your journey to developing mental wellness. Our clinicians have a variety of backgrounds and we try to match you as best as we can. We look forward to assisting you on your journey!
I believe that you, as a unique individual, have a deep well of strengths and talents which you may sometimes struggle to fully access due to any number of difficulties and roadblocks you have encountered in your lifetime. These roadblocks can interfere with any aspect of your life, whether it be finding and maintaining a truly meaningful relationship, identifying and pursuing a satisfying career, dealing with the seemingly unbearable loss of someone you love, or simply attaining a feeling of inner calm from which you can more successfully face all the challenges in your life.
I believe that you, as a unique individual, have a deep well of strengths and talents which you may sometimes struggle to fully access due to any number of difficulties and roadblocks you have encountered in your lifetime. These roadblocks can interfere with any aspect of your life, whether it be finding and maintaining a truly meaningful relationship, identifying and pursuing a satisfying career, dealing with the seemingly unbearable loss of someone you love, or simply attaining a feeling of inner calm from which you can more successfully face all the challenges in your life.
Tahanie Fenelon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530 (Online Only)
I believe therapy is a collaborative effort between the client and the therapist. My goal is to help clients start working on the goals that they set out for themselves. I believe in creating a supportive environment so that clients feel comfortable throughout their journey in therapy. I find it truly fulfilling to be able to collaborate with clients and work towards actualizing goals.
I believe therapy is a collaborative effort between the client and the therapist. My goal is to help clients start working on the goals that they set out for themselves. I believe in creating a supportive environment so that clients feel comfortable throughout their journey in therapy. I find it truly fulfilling to be able to collaborate with clients and work towards actualizing goals.
Jodi E Ziselman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW-R, OSW-C
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS Are you, or someone close to you, affected by cancer? While it feels overwhelming right now cancer is just one aspect of your life. I will help you through this time in a supportive caring manner. From diagnosis through ongoing treatments or post diagnosis, wherever you are in the process, I am here to help you as patient or caregiver adjust to cancer and all that it entails.I offer a comfortable place to be heard and understood, to explore new possibilities and find new ways to deal with challenges.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS Are you, or someone close to you, affected by cancer? While it feels overwhelming right now cancer is just one aspect of your life. I will help you through this time in a supportive caring manner. From diagnosis through ongoing treatments or post diagnosis, wherever you are in the process, I am here to help you as patient or caregiver adjust to cancer and all that it entails.I offer a comfortable place to be heard and understood, to explore new possibilities and find new ways to deal with challenges.
Mental health counseling demands a level of professionalism and a great deal of dedication. Integrity, genuineness, and a passion for the field of mental health are some of the assets I possess which will allow me to help you achieve your therapeutic goals. I am dedicated to understanding your concerns and identifying a safe way to navigate through them. You will be validated and heard and together we will establish an individualized and collaborative plan that works for you. I utilize a person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and eclectic approach that will cater to your individual needs.
Mental health counseling demands a level of professionalism and a great deal of dedication. Integrity, genuineness, and a passion for the field of mental health are some of the assets I possess which will allow me to help you achieve your therapeutic goals. I am dedicated to understanding your concerns and identifying a safe way to navigate through them. You will be validated and heard and together we will establish an individualized and collaborative plan that works for you. I utilize a person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and eclectic approach that will cater to your individual needs.
Sandra Angilletta Creative Arts Therapy Source
Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Feeling overwhelmed or facing life's challenges is undoubtedly tough. I've been there. Imagine a space where your unique journey is understood, validated, and creatively explored. Picture a therapeutic process tailored precisely to you, providing a supportive foundation. It's about understanding and navigating your emotions, moving towards a life filled with meaning and joy.
Feeling overwhelmed or facing life's challenges is undoubtedly tough. I've been there. Imagine a space where your unique journey is understood, validated, and creatively explored. Picture a therapeutic process tailored precisely to you, providing a supportive foundation. It's about understanding and navigating your emotions, moving towards a life filled with meaning and joy.
The first step is always the hardest, no matter what you’re struggling with. I believe that with the right tools and mindset, you can make some serious changes to the way you live your life. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, relationship complications, and LGBTQ issues. In my practice, I make sure to create a safe, welcoming, judge-free environment where you are free to be yourself.
The first step is always the hardest, no matter what you’re struggling with. I believe that with the right tools and mindset, you can make some serious changes to the way you live your life. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, relationship complications, and LGBTQ issues. In my practice, I make sure to create a safe, welcoming, judge-free environment where you are free to be yourself.
I work with children, teens, and adults of all ages to identify areas of stress and assess for symptoms of anxiety, depression, relationship conflict and more. Together we will develop treatment goals and a clear path for change.
I work with children, teens, and adults of all ages to identify areas of stress and assess for symptoms of anxiety, depression, relationship conflict and more. Together we will develop treatment goals and a clear path for change.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, CAC
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530 (Online Only)
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Therapy is about being open and willing to look at your attitudes and behaviors from a professionals perspective and feedback .and accept new ideas and techniques which will help you to effect positive changes..Therapy requires and open mind and trust between a professional and a patient. I utilize various modalities of treatment and integrate whatever will work best for my patients.I am a strong believer in God and I utilize spiritual direction with other modalities without imposing any belief on anyone. .I care about people and their happiness and love working with people to effect better outcomes for them.
Therapy is about being open and willing to look at your attitudes and behaviors from a professionals perspective and feedback .and accept new ideas and techniques which will help you to effect positive changes..Therapy requires and open mind and trust between a professional and a patient. I utilize various modalities of treatment and integrate whatever will work best for my patients.I am a strong believer in God and I utilize spiritual direction with other modalities without imposing any belief on anyone. .I care about people and their happiness and love working with people to effect better outcomes for them.
Cecily Portillo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Waitlist for new clients
Are your emotions getting the best of you, influencing behaviors that impact your relationships, career, or sense of self? Are worry thoughts or your mood becoming increasingly challenging? Building the life you desire can be tough when strong emotions interfere, but it's possible to rein them in. In our sessions, collaboration is key, and I'll prioritize understanding and empathizing with your needs. Together, we'll work diligently to help you reach your treatment goals, and when you've achieved them, we'll celebrate your graduation from treatment.
Are your emotions getting the best of you, influencing behaviors that impact your relationships, career, or sense of self? Are worry thoughts or your mood becoming increasingly challenging? Building the life you desire can be tough when strong emotions interfere, but it's possible to rein them in. In our sessions, collaboration is key, and I'll prioritize understanding and empathizing with your needs. Together, we'll work diligently to help you reach your treatment goals, and when you've achieved them, we'll celebrate your graduation from treatment.
Kellee Barrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530 (Online Only)
Do you feel stressed, anxious, angry, alone or are unable to identify what is really going on with you? Maybe you need someone to listen to you or help solve the problems you have been dealing with for some time now. Do you feel as if the world is on your shoulders? Experiencing a change or life altering situation? In a relationship that you think may not be healthy? Then you have come to the right profile. At times, our challenges can be overwhelming, and things may seem dark.
Do you feel stressed, anxious, angry, alone or are unable to identify what is really going on with you? Maybe you need someone to listen to you or help solve the problems you have been dealing with for some time now. Do you feel as if the world is on your shoulders? Experiencing a change or life altering situation? In a relationship that you think may not be healthy? Then you have come to the right profile. At times, our challenges can be overwhelming, and things may seem dark.
Reaching out for help can be one of the most difficult yet rewarding steps you might take for yourself or for family members. As a New York State Clinical Social Worker since 2004, I work with many individuals who have taken that leap to begin their personal journey of self-discovery. We all may have difficult situations in the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve our challenges moving forward. People can heal and learn to cope with life’s struggles through empathetic, supportive and solution focus therapy. Knowledge and information bring about the necessary changes to lead more fulfilling life.
Reaching out for help can be one of the most difficult yet rewarding steps you might take for yourself or for family members. As a New York State Clinical Social Worker since 2004, I work with many individuals who have taken that leap to begin their personal journey of self-discovery. We all may have difficult situations in the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve our challenges moving forward. People can heal and learn to cope with life’s struggles through empathetic, supportive and solution focus therapy. Knowledge and information bring about the necessary changes to lead more fulfilling life.
Stephanie Kahn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530 (Online Only)
For over 20 years, I continue to be dedicated to helping individuals to improve their quality of life. To best meet the unique needs of my Clients, I individualize my approach via a combination of therapies to help them develop insight and more effective ways to meet life's challenges. I work collaboratively with my Clients, including following their lead, to achieve their goals.
For over 20 years, I continue to be dedicated to helping individuals to improve their quality of life. To best meet the unique needs of my Clients, I individualize my approach via a combination of therapies to help them develop insight and more effective ways to meet life's challenges. I work collaboratively with my Clients, including following their lead, to achieve their goals.
I am a firm believer that everyone can benefit from therapy. My primary goal is to make each of my client’s therapeutic experiences as comfortable and safe as possible. I have worked with clients of all ages, including children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors. Using a client-centered approach, I work with my clients to develop positive coping skills in order to tackle life’s stressors. I have experience working with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including but not limited to substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders.
I am a firm believer that everyone can benefit from therapy. My primary goal is to make each of my client’s therapeutic experiences as comfortable and safe as possible. I have worked with clients of all ages, including children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors. Using a client-centered approach, I work with my clients to develop positive coping skills in order to tackle life’s stressors. I have experience working with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including but not limited to substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders.
Are you currently going through challenging situations in your life, and need additional support and guidance to help you manage? I have over 20 years of experience treating adults, children, and teenagers. I provide caring, warm, and supportive treatment in a confidential setting. I help individuals, couples, families, children, and teens to figure out ways to overcome life's challenges. By improving self growth, and reaching their goals, my clients often find enhanced happiness and fulfillment in many areas of their lives. I can offer much needed help for parenting, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.
Are you currently going through challenging situations in your life, and need additional support and guidance to help you manage? I have over 20 years of experience treating adults, children, and teenagers. I provide caring, warm, and supportive treatment in a confidential setting. I help individuals, couples, families, children, and teens to figure out ways to overcome life's challenges. By improving self growth, and reaching their goals, my clients often find enhanced happiness and fulfillment in many areas of their lives. I can offer much needed help for parenting, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.
I became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the purpose of helping people as they navigate through life’s many ups and downs. I am passionate about helping clients increase their self-awareness and recognize their inner strengths. I aim to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for clients to feel supported and validated. I utilize a client-centered approach to therapy, tailored to suit the needs of my client. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Strength-Based Therapy.
I became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the purpose of helping people as they navigate through life’s many ups and downs. I am passionate about helping clients increase their self-awareness and recognize their inner strengths. I aim to provide a non-judgmental, safe space for clients to feel supported and validated. I utilize a client-centered approach to therapy, tailored to suit the needs of my client. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Strength-Based Therapy.
You just want to fulfill your goals in life and be happy, but you feel stuck. Maybe it is due to a loss, a bad relationship, poor self-image, or an illness. Nevertheless, you have strayed off course and have run out of answers on how to fix it. You're sick of the same old story and realized that you have lost yourself in the shuffle. You just need some help to get back to your true self. I can assist you in therapy with peeling away the layers of yourself that no longer serve you.
You just want to fulfill your goals in life and be happy, but you feel stuck. Maybe it is due to a loss, a bad relationship, poor self-image, or an illness. Nevertheless, you have strayed off course and have run out of answers on how to fix it. You're sick of the same old story and realized that you have lost yourself in the shuffle. You just need some help to get back to your true self. I can assist you in therapy with peeling away the layers of yourself that no longer serve you.
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Chronic Illness Therapists
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.