Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Hicksville, NY

I am a clinical/school psychologist with 25+ years of experience. In my practice, I perform diagnostic testing for children, adolescents, and adults. I am a consultant to numerous schools and agencies in the New York metropolitan area, providing diagnostic and forensic testing in both English and Spanish. Previously, I trained doctoral students in diagnostic testing and was the Chairperson of the CPSE and a school psychologist in Westbury Public Schools. I have also held Adjunct Professor positions at SUNY Old Westbury, Hofstra University, St. John's University, Dowling College, and Polytechnic University.

I have been a practicing social worker for many years. I have a great deal of experience working with adolescents and young adults, as well as families and couples. My specialties include issues with substances--use, abuse and dependence--and family problems. I practice solution based treatment and work within various modalities. Please feel free to give me a call with any questions you may have and we'll see what we can set up.

Deirdre built First Step Therapy & Wellness Group from the ground up and has been hands on every step of the way. Her work ethic is indisputable and she is completely invested in creating a cohesive work environment adhering to values such as mutual respect and equality. She believes healthy doses of restraint combined with self discipline are key components to her success both personally and professionally. Deirdre is highly regarded by her peers and is a long-standing staple within the community where she is committed to creating a safe secure environment for her clients and colleagues. Ms. Holland currently maintains an established private practice

, I am offering virtual sessions!! I offer short term crisis intervention and long term therapy. Life’s challenges are difficult for anyone. I can help you manage them better! While I specialize in cognitive-behavioral therapy, I believe in using an approach that is needed based on each individual. I treat adolescents, adults and couples. I help individuals who suffer from anxiety/depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and family issues. Other life concerns are addressed. My focus is on improving life on a daily basis by making small changes. Anyone can be helped!!

Are you or a loved one feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, angry, or lonely? Do you feel stuck or depressed? Are you having problems in school or at work? Are you struggling in your relationships with friends or family? Are you frustrated with problems in your home? Are your children struggling in school or at home? Are you tolerating unacceptable behavior? If so, therapy can help. Therapy allows you to talk without judgement, learn new and healthy ways to cope with life's challenges and live the life that you want.

Life is an ongoing journey where we learn through our experiences, both good and bad. Making the decision to begin therapy is a scary, but courageous one. I bring over 20 years of clinical experience and compassion to both help and empower you through your life’s journey. Using a variety of evidence based treatment approaches, my therapy style is person-centered, and strength based. I meet you where you are at in your treatment, building upon your strengths, helping you realize your potential in a safe, supportive environment.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling with personal challenges, family and or relationship issues? Anxiety and fear can leave you stuck and hold you back from moving forward. By having a safe, nonjudgmental space to talk freely, one can often face new possibilities with ease. I utilize person-centered and strength-based therapeutic practices that are solution-focused and aim to promote individual growth. We will work together to identify and implement the changes you need to meet your life's goals and happiness. Assisting you in creating the life you desire and deserve is my ultimate objective.

Chantal Vice is a compassionate and intuitive licensed psychotherapist. She believes that with the proper support, every individual has the potential to recover from difficulty and experience a fuller expression of happiness. Chantal believes that a combination of non-judgmental support and uncovering creates a safe and empowering therapeutic environment where clients can cultivate immediate and practical skills to improve the quality of their lives while simultaneously gaining the insight needed to free themselves from the old patterns that have held them back from making long-lasting and meaningful change.

I am a Licensed Psychotherapist who specializes in working with adults who may be grappling with issues of emotional, behavioral, and interpersonal wellbeing. If you are feeling lost, stuck, depressed, or overwhelmed, there is no reason for you to struggle alone. I offer a warm, safe, and supportive environment where we can work together to identify and overcome the obstacles that may be keeping you from getting where you want to be.

Most people hope to live a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life. I would love the opportunity to help you achieve this. It is not easy to overcome some of the hardships encountered throughout life that interfere with our sense of well-being. Everyone, at some point, could benefit from support to cope with the hardships. Whether you are having difficulty with a relationship, self-confidence, depression, or anxiety, there are solutions that we can work towards together.