Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Garden City, NY

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.

My clinical practice focuses on the treatment of individuals and families impacted by addiction, divorce, depression, mood and anxiety disorders utilizing traditional and holistic approaches. I offer in person office sessions and telehealth sessions via phone and facetime. Emotional self-care is so important to manage the emotional “lava of life”. Talk therapy is a gentle process to reduce the “lava of life”

I am a licensed New York State psychotherapist treating individuals and couples in a range of mental health conditions. If you are seeking support or guidance through a challenging time or are simply interested in personal growth and development, I look forward to working with you.

Ryan is a NYS Licensed Social Worker who received his Masters Degree from New York University. He has extensive experience working with youth and families in the mental health community including the school environment and residential settings. Ryan has experience using a range of practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness to assist clients build and develop healthy coping skills.

Maybe recently your life hasn’t been going the way you envisioned. Maybe you are struggling with a new challenging situation in the face of a big change. Maybe a relatively small issue has become what your daily life is now centered on. Or, maybe you can’t put your finger on what is bothering you, but you haven’t been yourself lately. It can feel like “no one knows how this feels”, or “things could get worse”, but it can also feel like “I’ve already wasted so much time”. You are here and I want to be the first person to welcome you in taking the first step toward finding whatever it is you are looking for.

I received my Masters Degree in Social Work from Adelphi University. I am a very compassionate and empathetic person by nature and have always had a passion to help others. I have worked with children and families of all ages, specifically helping them navigate challenges that surfaced from being in the foster care system. I believe that every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and permanent family and home.

It is often difficult to choose the right therapist. A key ingredient in creating change is having the right therapist and client relationship. I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience and use an individualized approach to each client. I work to empower the client so that they can use therapeutic tools in their daily lives. My approach offers a unique blend of support and insight. I have a vast array of experience working with diverse populations including children, adolescents, adults, and families. I draw on my experience as both a therapist and an adjunct professor in working with my clients.

Your life is not what it should be. You're looking for help. Why me? I'm a clinical psychologist and Professor of psychology with a national reputation. I've written extensively about psychological issues. I'm a Fellow of the APA and APS. I've taught and supervised generations of Ph.D-level psychologists and have decades of experience myself. How can I help you? There is no magic formula or cookbook. You are unique. You may benefit from self-exploration and understanding, non-judgmental support, or from a focused, problem-oriented approach. You may need a combination of these. Together, we'll figure out what works best for you.

I work best with persistent persons wanting a better quality of life. Because it can be difficult to seek help, I provide psychoeducation about therapy to clients and am forthright and supportive. So if you are feeling anxious or sad, have worries, or are worried about a family skills and functioning, I am able to help. Those who are motivated to do better and want relief from work, care giving, social and family stresses can benefit from my approach to therapy. It is important to remember that each person is an individual who has his or her individual concerns.

Compassion is one key used in treating children and adolescents with anxiety, depression, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and other difficulties together with their parents. In addition to guiding children to strategies to manage adversity, I teach parents how to reinforce these tactics at home between sessions. With this method, children improve quicker than they would with just one hour per week of treatment.

I have worked with a wide array of populations, helping each client to become the master of their own life. My goal is to assist each individual in gaining insight into their inner world, and empowering them to make the choices that best serve them.

Announcing our expanded practice and new location! We now offer treatment services to clients of all ages. We use strategies that work in an environment that is warm, safe, and supportive. We continue to offer psycho-educational and psychological evaluations for clients presenting with learning disabilities, ADHD, and autism. We specialize in dyslexia diagnosis and educational recommendations. As a team of psychologists trained in school settings, we can support and guide you through the special education process. We have been successful advocating for students in due process hearings as well.

I am a caring straight shooting therapist best for the person who wants direction and honesty to effect quick change in themselves and their lives. I have a long history of helping people who are struggling with various issues in life. My experience is extremely diversified and seasoned. My abilities come from lots of education and an abundance of my own life experience. I utilize various modalities of treatment and integrate whatever will work best for my patients. I will help you to effect positive changes in your life if you are willing to work and accept change. I am a strong believer in God and I utilize spiritual direction .

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an office in Garden City. I work interactively with adults suffering from depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. I also work with couples who are striving to improve their relationship.

I received my Masters Degree in Social Work from Adelphi University. I am a very compassionate and emphatic person by nature and have always had a passion to help others. I have worked with children and families of all ages, specifically helping them navigate challenges that surfaced from being in the foster care system.

I believe everyone needs individualized treatment. This includes taking in to account your personal history and development, as well as your current environment and social situation. It's also important for me to help you understand why you are feeling the way you do. People often have trouble in their thinking, relationships, work, or home life, and need help to sort these things out. Once we understand the difficulties you're having, then we can begin to make the changes that will make you feel better.

I offer a person-centered space in which clients can feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and emotions freely, as well as help develop coping skills through CBT, DBT, and positive psychology techniques.

Therapy is a place where we learn to cope with our feelings. As humans, we find hope in healing. Healing welcomes an ongoing balance between strength and struggle. My integrative approach to creating a safe space encourages clients to explore, gather, design, untangle, and make-meaning of the beliefs and conditions that detail our existence.

Vernet Souffrant is Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 1998. Vernet is a graduate of Psychoanalytic training. Prior to that, xe received a Master of Arts from the New School for Social Research and before that xe received a Bachelor Degree in both Psychology and French Literature. Vernet is a tri-lingual Mental Health professional. Vernet helps clients through true acceptance, caring, providing a truly holding environment, emotional support for the enhancement of growth as well as the creation of emotional, interpersonal, social development as well as economic freedom and well-being.