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Jeff Schill
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
I utilize a trauma-informed approach, blending aspects of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, psychodynamic, and mindfulness therapies.
As a licensed mental health counselor, my approach is warm, friendly, and client-centered. I believe that the relationship between the client and the therapist is the most important part of the therapeutic journey. I pride myself on being able to get a good sense of my clients and who they are individually in order to develop a strong therapeutic alliance. I am empathic and validating, but I am also skilled in challenging unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that may be getting in the way of living one's best life.
I utilize a trauma-informed approach, blending aspects of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, psychodynamic, and mindfulness therapies.
As a licensed mental health counselor, my approach is warm, friendly, and client-centered. I believe that the relationship between the client and the therapist is the most important part of the therapeutic journey. I pride myself on being able to get a good sense of my clients and who they are individually in order to develop a strong therapeutic alliance. I am empathic and validating, but I am also skilled in challenging unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that may be getting in the way of living one's best life.
(646) 450-3064 View (646) 450-3064
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Lauren Tepfer
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
I use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-informed therapy, and motivational interviewing to guide clients toward tangible change.
I am passionate about breaking the stigma of vulnerability and reframing it as a sign of strength. Therefore, I invite my clients to take a step closer to becoming more comfortable with vulnerability. I understand that, while the past has shaped all of us and helps to explain who each person is today, I believes that each person still has the power to choose how their past experiences can help them thrive in the present and the future, and I am committed to helping my clients do just that. I also help clients build a more secure relationship with themself in order to connect with others in a more purposeful manner.
I use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-informed therapy, and motivational interviewing to guide clients toward tangible change.
I am passionate about breaking the stigma of vulnerability and reframing it as a sign of strength. Therefore, I invite my clients to take a step closer to becoming more comfortable with vulnerability. I understand that, while the past has shaped all of us and helps to explain who each person is today, I believes that each person still has the power to choose how their past experiences can help them thrive in the present and the future, and I am committed to helping my clients do just that. I also help clients build a more secure relationship with themself in order to connect with others in a more purposeful manner.
(646) 450-3064 View (646) 450-3064
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Sherica Ross-Nickle
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
One of my favorite quotes is “Self-care is how you take your power back.” Making this important decision to seek counseling is the first step to taking your power back, and I would be happy to be a part of your journey! My name is Sherica Ross-Nickle, and I am an MHC-LP Psychotherapist at Center Rock Mental Health Counseling. I have grown to understand how important it is to find a provider that you can confide in, someone you can trust, and someone who can support your well-being. If you are currently experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or trauma, I can provide the support and guidance that you need.
One of my favorite quotes is “Self-care is how you take your power back.” Making this important decision to seek counseling is the first step to taking your power back, and I would be happy to be a part of your journey! My name is Sherica Ross-Nickle, and I am an MHC-LP Psychotherapist at Center Rock Mental Health Counseling. I have grown to understand how important it is to find a provider that you can confide in, someone you can trust, and someone who can support your well-being. If you are currently experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or trauma, I can provide the support and guidance that you need.
(917) 912-2925 View (917) 912-2925
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Elaine Abramovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021
As a psychotherapist and healer for many years it has been my privilege to offer and provide help and comfort to people in distress. Experience has taught me that we all struggle to recover from the pains of the past, deal with the challenges of the present and the insecurities of the future, in our efforts to live the best lives that we can. This often seems very difficult if not impossible to accomplish alone. A strong and nurturing therapeutic relationship is a powerful and stable foundation for dealing with these challenges to our well-being, especially in these very troubling and uncertain times.
As a psychotherapist and healer for many years it has been my privilege to offer and provide help and comfort to people in distress. Experience has taught me that we all struggle to recover from the pains of the past, deal with the challenges of the present and the insecurities of the future, in our efforts to live the best lives that we can. This often seems very difficult if not impossible to accomplish alone. A strong and nurturing therapeutic relationship is a powerful and stable foundation for dealing with these challenges to our well-being, especially in these very troubling and uncertain times.
(516) 701-3271 View (516) 701-3271
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Alvina Anantram
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
As difficult as life may seem at times, I aim to help my clients feel as if they don't have to go through it alone. I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and culturally-sensitive safe space for my clients. I empower clients on their healing and self-growth journey by truly allowing them to feel heard and accepted. My goal is to help individuals regain control over their mental well-being, and together in a supportive therapeutic space, we can accomplish exactly that. I provide therapy to adolescents and adults from a variety of cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, and races.
As difficult as life may seem at times, I aim to help my clients feel as if they don't have to go through it alone. I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and culturally-sensitive safe space for my clients. I empower clients on their healing and self-growth journey by truly allowing them to feel heard and accepted. My goal is to help individuals regain control over their mental well-being, and together in a supportive therapeutic space, we can accomplish exactly that. I provide therapy to adolescents and adults from a variety of cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, and races.
(646) 450-3064 View (646) 450-3064
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Aliyah Busgith
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
I believe in the transformative power of rewriting our internal dialogues to foster self-compassion and authenticity. I have faith in my clients' innate ability to reshape their lives. With warmth, attunement, and empathy, I ensure that my clients feel deeply understood and valued throughout their journey of healing and development. I work to foster a nonjudgmental space for my clients to express themselves freely while emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and introspection. By encouraging my clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and beliefs, I set out to aid them in gaining deeper insights into themselves.
I believe in the transformative power of rewriting our internal dialogues to foster self-compassion and authenticity. I have faith in my clients' innate ability to reshape their lives. With warmth, attunement, and empathy, I ensure that my clients feel deeply understood and valued throughout their journey of healing and development. I work to foster a nonjudgmental space for my clients to express themselves freely while emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and introspection. By encouraging my clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and beliefs, I set out to aid them in gaining deeper insights into themselves.
(929) 493-4855 View (929) 493-4855
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Georgia Chan
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
I believe that each individual has an innate capacity to shape their own narrative and navigate life's complexities with agency and resilience. I work to create a respectful relationship with my clients, offering empathy and helping them focus on their strengths and positive aspects of their lives, even as they grapple with the challenges that they face. My goal is for clients to leave our sessions feeling empowered, more connected to themselves and the world around them, and equipped with a deeper understanding of their own journey.
I believe that each individual has an innate capacity to shape their own narrative and navigate life's complexities with agency and resilience. I work to create a respectful relationship with my clients, offering empathy and helping them focus on their strengths and positive aspects of their lives, even as they grapple with the challenges that they face. My goal is for clients to leave our sessions feeling empowered, more connected to themselves and the world around them, and equipped with a deeper understanding of their own journey.
(929) 412-1886 View (929) 412-1886
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Michelle Silver Lining Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11023
Our clinical areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, martial issues, codependency, self-esteem, women’s issues, substance abuse, harm reduction, grief, and transitional concerns. Through evidenced based approaches, we aim to tailor our treatment approach specific to the needs of each individual. We believe in helping individuals build on their strengths, gain insight, and develop effective coping skills.
Our clinical areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, martial issues, codependency, self-esteem, women’s issues, substance abuse, harm reduction, grief, and transitional concerns. Through evidenced based approaches, we aim to tailor our treatment approach specific to the needs of each individual. We believe in helping individuals build on their strengths, gain insight, and develop effective coping skills.
(929) 348-2707 View (929) 348-2707
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Madeleine Silverstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
I bring warmth, compassion, humor and empathy to the therapeutic relationship, and I honor and prioritize the development of trust as a necessary foundation for successful treatment. I will create a comfortable atmosphere where you can feel safe and empowered to share your thoughts and feelings freely without fear of judgment. When working with me, you will be able to identify your strengths, gain a deep understanding of the themes in your life, and gain insight into past experiences, relationship patterns, and unhealthy coping skills that may be keeping you stuck.
I bring warmth, compassion, humor and empathy to the therapeutic relationship, and I honor and prioritize the development of trust as a necessary foundation for successful treatment. I will create a comfortable atmosphere where you can feel safe and empowered to share your thoughts and feelings freely without fear of judgment. When working with me, you will be able to identify your strengths, gain a deep understanding of the themes in your life, and gain insight into past experiences, relationship patterns, and unhealthy coping skills that may be keeping you stuck.
(646) 450-3064 View (646) 450-3064
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Deborah S Gellis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11021  (Online Only)
Announcement: I am licensed in: FL & NY -- My philosophy: EVERYONE IS CAPABLE OF CHANGE at any point in their lives! Therapy begins from the moment we speak together. Progress can be made in short-term, or longer-term solution-focused therapy. After we meet and I evaluate your presenting problem, I will tailor-make an intervention that will be the most beneficial for you, as we work together to make real progress in your life. Give yourself the gift of change and take this very important first step.
Announcement: I am licensed in: FL & NY -- My philosophy: EVERYONE IS CAPABLE OF CHANGE at any point in their lives! Therapy begins from the moment we speak together. Progress can be made in short-term, or longer-term solution-focused therapy. After we meet and I evaluate your presenting problem, I will tailor-make an intervention that will be the most beneficial for you, as we work together to make real progress in your life. Give yourself the gift of change and take this very important first step.
(917) 338-3015 View (917) 338-3015
Photo of Joshua P Locantore, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Joshua P Locantore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Neck, NY 11020
Searching for a therapist can often feel overwhelming when you already feel sad, hopeless or lost. It takes courage to consider that something in your life is not working, that you could use help. Therapy allows you to get acquainted with yourself and the world you inhabit in a new way. Through this expanded field of view, you are better equipped to make choices that will help you achieve. During our time together, I will walk beside you as we navigate the newness around us. We will work on various techniques and learn new skills to help you cope with the vast and sudden changes.
Searching for a therapist can often feel overwhelming when you already feel sad, hopeless or lost. It takes courage to consider that something in your life is not working, that you could use help. Therapy allows you to get acquainted with yourself and the world you inhabit in a new way. Through this expanded field of view, you are better equipped to make choices that will help you achieve. During our time together, I will walk beside you as we navigate the newness around us. We will work on various techniques and learn new skills to help you cope with the vast and sudden changes.
(631) 250-5780 View (631) 250-5780
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Christina Pope
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11020  (Online Only)
I am an eclectic psychotherapist who offers a safe space grounded in empathy and understanding. I fully believe that you are the author of your story and you get to create the narrative to your life. I am trained in numerous modalities and interventions, but I use a personalized therapeutic style that best fits your needs.
I am an eclectic psychotherapist who offers a safe space grounded in empathy and understanding. I fully believe that you are the author of your story and you get to create the narrative to your life. I am trained in numerous modalities and interventions, but I use a personalized therapeutic style that best fits your needs.
(646) 846-1288 View (646) 846-1288

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Lauren Michele Vetere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH, CASAC, CCTP II
Verified Verified
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Waitlist for new clients
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Trauma impacts all areas of life. We may experience sudden, intrusive memories of childhood experience. We may struggle to manage our own children, and we may have problems connecting with others and building healthy relationships. Psychotherapy can help you re-frame your experience, and assist you in identifying, clarifying and prioritizing your values and coping skills, opening the door to a more meaningful life.
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Cassandra Heiman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Utilizing techniques from CBT, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic principles, I help clients to understand how their past experiences and behaviors are affecting them today.
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.
Utilizing techniques from CBT, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic principles, I help clients to understand how their past experiences and behaviors are affecting them today.
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Anna Kalliagas, LCSW-R
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
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Bayside, NY 11361  (Online Only)
I provide psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and supportive therapy to individuals, couples and families.
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Dr. Ulysses Jackson Phd.
Mental Health Counselor, CAMS, LMHC, CASAC, PLLC
Verified Verified
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Counselor, LMHC, Casac-T
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Waitlist for new clients
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I am a Licensed mental health counselor who offers an open-minded, empathetic perspective, that helps strengthen one's individuality. I have been in the field for about 9 years as a mental health advocate and practitioner and have a passion for working with individuals of all ages/races/communities who are burdened with anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions and personality disorders. We can work together to create a place where you can focus on your well-being while talking through your life challenges. We will look at the problem patterns preventing you from having the life you want, the love you crave and the desire you miss.
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Angela Christina Ferri
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forest Hills, NY 11375
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Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.