Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Massapequa Park, NY
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A large part of my training and work has been in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness. I have also completed additional training in Disaster Mental Health and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I am dedicated to being a culturally aware clinician and I am LGBTQ + Affirming. As we work together the therapeutic process will always be unique to you and will be the blueprint of your amazing journey.
A large part of my training and work has been in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness. I have also completed additional training in Disaster Mental Health and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I am dedicated to being a culturally aware clinician and I am LGBTQ + Affirming. As we work together the therapeutic process will always be unique to you and will be the blueprint of your amazing journey.
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Leanne Zinn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Massapequa Park, NY 11762 (Online Only)
Utilizing evidence-based therapy models, including Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) , we'll work together to form an individualized plan to improve your life in concrete ways.
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.
Utilizing evidence-based therapy models, including Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) , we'll work together to form an individualized plan to improve your life in concrete ways.
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.
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I utilize an integrative approach, incorporating mindfulness, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy tailored to your individual needs.
Life can be a challenging journey, but you don't have to go through it alone! Having an outlet or someone outside your situation to work things through can help. I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, relationships, depression, or self-esteem, to name a few! Additionally, I am a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional. I help individuals and couples overcome barriers to intimacy (sexual & love addiction, avoidant behavior, betrayal trauma, pornography, infidelity, low-sex relationships, body image issues, sexual dysfunction, & more), helping clients lead to fulfilling & exciting relationships, physically and emotionally.
I utilize an integrative approach, incorporating mindfulness, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy tailored to your individual needs.
Life can be a challenging journey, but you don't have to go through it alone! Having an outlet or someone outside your situation to work things through can help. I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, relationships, depression, or self-esteem, to name a few! Additionally, I am a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional. I help individuals and couples overcome barriers to intimacy (sexual & love addiction, avoidant behavior, betrayal trauma, pornography, infidelity, low-sex relationships, body image issues, sexual dysfunction, & more), helping clients lead to fulfilling & exciting relationships, physically and emotionally.
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Caroline H Rudin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSEd, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
Choosing to engage in the therapeutic process is the beginning of a journey on the path that you create, often encompassing reflection, discovery, and transformation. I specialize in women’s issues including maternal mental health, postpartum depression & anxiety, fertility concerns, improving self-esteem/self-love, anxiety/stress management, and relationship issues. I use a combination of techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness tailored to the needs of each client. We will work collaboratively to navigate the transition to parenthood and through childhood.
Choosing to engage in the therapeutic process is the beginning of a journey on the path that you create, often encompassing reflection, discovery, and transformation. I specialize in women’s issues including maternal mental health, postpartum depression & anxiety, fertility concerns, improving self-esteem/self-love, anxiety/stress management, and relationship issues. I use a combination of techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness tailored to the needs of each client. We will work collaboratively to navigate the transition to parenthood and through childhood.
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Dr. Martine Laventure
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LMSW, CASAC-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
I incorporate evidence-based treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Crisis Management, and Play Therapy Techniques.
Hello, my name is Dr. Martine Laventure. I received my Masters in Social Work from Adelphi University and Doctorate in Social Work from Tulane University. I've been in the field working as a psychotherapist, case manager, and school social worker for over 14 years. I work with children, teens, adults of all ages, and families who face challenges with anxiety, depression, trauma. I am fluent in Haitian-Creole. In my spare time I remain active by serving as a youth mentor in my community.
I incorporate evidence-based treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Crisis Management, and Play Therapy Techniques.
Hello, my name is Dr. Martine Laventure. I received my Masters in Social Work from Adelphi University and Doctorate in Social Work from Tulane University. I've been in the field working as a psychotherapist, case manager, and school social worker for over 14 years. I work with children, teens, adults of all ages, and families who face challenges with anxiety, depression, trauma. I am fluent in Haitian-Creole. In my spare time I remain active by serving as a youth mentor in my community.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Family Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and helping individuals fulfill their true potential.
Happiness, confidence and self worth are key factors in a satisfying and fulfilling life. Everyday pressures and overwhelming stressors make it difficult to navigate life at times, but who says you have to make this journey alone? Are you looking to improve your lifestyle or trying to navigate a difficult situation? Do you need support to cope with various forms of stress? We can take that journey together to help improve your quality of life, strengthen your confidence and help you meet the challenges you once thought of as insurmountable.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Family Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and helping individuals fulfill their true potential.
Happiness, confidence and self worth are key factors in a satisfying and fulfilling life. Everyday pressures and overwhelming stressors make it difficult to navigate life at times, but who says you have to make this journey alone? Are you looking to improve your lifestyle or trying to navigate a difficult situation? Do you need support to cope with various forms of stress? We can take that journey together to help improve your quality of life, strengthen your confidence and help you meet the challenges you once thought of as insurmountable.
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Bryan Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
I engage clients in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, or play therapy/parent training to help strengthen self esteem, improve social skills and self-confidence.
I specialize in helping children, teens and adults with anxiety, depression, family or school issues, concerns with self-esteem or with social skills. These specific issues impact many individuals everyday for their own personal reasons. These difficulties can impact an individuals personal life and their work life.
I engage clients in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, or play therapy/parent training to help strengthen self esteem, improve social skills and self-confidence.
I specialize in helping children, teens and adults with anxiety, depression, family or school issues, concerns with self-esteem or with social skills. These specific issues impact many individuals everyday for their own personal reasons. These difficulties can impact an individuals personal life and their work life.
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Christine Kennedy Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Massapequa Park, NY 11762 (Online Only)
She fuses multiple modalities into her work including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Christine takes an empathetic approach to her practice, which allows her to establish deep connections with her clients. She supports her clients by giving them the necessary tools to improve their emotional well-being, allowing them to build confidence and make positive changes in their lives. Christine helps clients who are experiencing self-doubt, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
She fuses multiple modalities into her work including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Christine takes an empathetic approach to her practice, which allows her to establish deep connections with her clients. She supports her clients by giving them the necessary tools to improve their emotional well-being, allowing them to build confidence and make positive changes in their lives. Christine helps clients who are experiencing self-doubt, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
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Sandra Gail Kopman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Massapequa Park, NY 11762 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience and knowledge in working with anxiety disorders and OCD using cognitive behavioral therapy.
I am an experienced practitioner working in the mental health field for many years. I provide a comfortable setting in which clients can feel safe in sharing personal problems and issues that are important to them. I work with individuals and couples. I specialize in treating anxiety and panic disorders, depression, and OCD. I also work with couples that are struggling in their relationships. I accept many insurance plans and work on a sliding scale if clients do not have insurance.
I have extensive experience and knowledge in working with anxiety disorders and OCD using cognitive behavioral therapy.
I am an experienced practitioner working in the mental health field for many years. I provide a comfortable setting in which clients can feel safe in sharing personal problems and issues that are important to them. I work with individuals and couples. I specialize in treating anxiety and panic disorders, depression, and OCD. I also work with couples that are struggling in their relationships. I accept many insurance plans and work on a sliding scale if clients do not have insurance.
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Julia Takats
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
I utilize cognitive behavior therapy, while also encompassing other techniques to best fit my clients needs.
Everyone struggles to find a therapist that they feel connected to. I am a compassionate and motivated LMSW who provides a safe welcoming therapeutic environment where clients can focus on healing.
I utilize cognitive behavior therapy, while also encompassing other techniques to best fit my clients needs.
Everyone struggles to find a therapist that they feel connected to. I am a compassionate and motivated LMSW who provides a safe welcoming therapeutic environment where clients can focus on healing.
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Joseph Michael Roth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Massapequa Park, NY 11762 (Online Only)
I have sixteen years of clinical experience using evidence based treatment models such as CBT, DBT, ERP, along with many additional models of treatment.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, or trauma? Perhaps you are overwhelmed with day to day life and need to improve your problem solving and coping skills? If so, let’s work together towards pursuing your happiness and you living your best life.
I have sixteen years of clinical experience using evidence based treatment models such as CBT, DBT, ERP, along with many additional models of treatment.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, or trauma? Perhaps you are overwhelmed with day to day life and need to improve your problem solving and coping skills? If so, let’s work together towards pursuing your happiness and you living your best life.
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Client Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) are two approaches that I utilize with my clients, but I always individualize treatment plans and can take pieces from a vast number of theories of practice to give my client the most effective therapy.
My goal as a therapist is to build a strong alliance with my clients so that they feel supported and understood, and most importantly trusting of the process so that they can make meaningful changes in their life. Meeting my client where they are at during each stage of therapy is my main goal. I encourage clients to tap into their creative sides to enhance and work on problem areas in their life. I specialize in life transitions for adults, especially areas of self-concept, identity, demands of work life, family, and well-being.
Client Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) are two approaches that I utilize with my clients, but I always individualize treatment plans and can take pieces from a vast number of theories of practice to give my client the most effective therapy.
My goal as a therapist is to build a strong alliance with my clients so that they feel supported and understood, and most importantly trusting of the process so that they can make meaningful changes in their life. Meeting my client where they are at during each stage of therapy is my main goal. I encourage clients to tap into their creative sides to enhance and work on problem areas in their life. I specialize in life transitions for adults, especially areas of self-concept, identity, demands of work life, family, and well-being.
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Amanda E Snizek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness based approaches in my work with children, adolescents, and adults.
Therapy can be a great tool to help you or a loved one move toward the life you envision. In session, you will be able to discuss your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with someone who will listen judgement free. I am here for unconditional support and validation through this time of self-exploration and self-care.
I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness based approaches in my work with children, adolescents, and adults.
Therapy can be a great tool to help you or a loved one move toward the life you envision. In session, you will be able to discuss your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with someone who will listen judgement free. I am here for unconditional support and validation through this time of self-exploration and self-care.
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Rachel Lubell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762 (Online Only)
As an clinical social worker and credentialed alcoholism and substance abuse counselor, I have over 12 years of experience specializing in treating adults in addiction, eating disorders, postpartum, anxiety, depression and working through life's transitions. Life can become overwhelming managing responsibilities, past trauma, relationships, work and transitions. By utilizing EMDR, CBT and DBT skills, my goal is to help you navigate through difficult paths to help you find one that you feel comfortable and able to cope with. I am also able to screen and assess impaired driving offenders through OASAS.
As an clinical social worker and credentialed alcoholism and substance abuse counselor, I have over 12 years of experience specializing in treating adults in addiction, eating disorders, postpartum, anxiety, depression and working through life's transitions. Life can become overwhelming managing responsibilities, past trauma, relationships, work and transitions. By utilizing EMDR, CBT and DBT skills, my goal is to help you navigate through difficult paths to help you find one that you feel comfortable and able to cope with. I am also able to screen and assess impaired driving offenders through OASAS.
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Heather DeGuire
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
In my work with clients I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other modalities to assist them in challenging and reframing thoughts that interfere with daily life.
My passion as a mental health counselor is to help people get in touch with their values so that they can live true to these through thought, behaviors, feelings, and communication. I believe in helping clients to develop healthy coping skills that allow them to heal and grow both in our session and throughout their daily lives. My focus is to build a strong therapeutic alliance that will help us work together towards your goals.
In my work with clients I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other modalities to assist them in challenging and reframing thoughts that interfere with daily life.
My passion as a mental health counselor is to help people get in touch with their values so that they can live true to these through thought, behaviors, feelings, and communication. I believe in helping clients to develop healthy coping skills that allow them to heal and grow both in our session and throughout their daily lives. My focus is to build a strong therapeutic alliance that will help us work together towards your goals.
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Kat Pearl
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, EdM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762 (Online Only)
I utilize a blend of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, & Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I am a Certified School Psychologist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Intern currently working for Healing & Growth Counseling. My mission is to provide compassionate, accessible, and effective mental health support to individuals from all walks of life. My approach is client-centered, focusing on each client's unique needs, goals, and strengths. I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and healing, and my role is to facilitate that process in a safe environment. My goal is to empower you with the tools and insights needed to overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve your personal goals.
I utilize a blend of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, & Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I am a Certified School Psychologist and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Intern currently working for Healing & Growth Counseling. My mission is to provide compassionate, accessible, and effective mental health support to individuals from all walks of life. My approach is client-centered, focusing on each client's unique needs, goals, and strengths. I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and healing, and my role is to facilitate that process in a safe environment. My goal is to empower you with the tools and insights needed to overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve your personal goals.
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Victoria Gulino
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762 (Online Only)
I provide a range of clinical interventions, including CBT strategies.
I offer empathy, support, and guidance to help my clients with all of life’s challenges, wounds, & problems. I empower my clients and help them develop coping skills. My therapy skills aim to increase self-awareness, enhance internal strength, and reduce stress, fear, and suffering. Together, I can help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and answer questions such as, “What can I change?” How can I learn to accept things?” or “How do I want to move forward in this precious life?” I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma/PTSD, self-esteem issues, ADHD, stress, life transitions & substance use.
I provide a range of clinical interventions, including CBT strategies.
I offer empathy, support, and guidance to help my clients with all of life’s challenges, wounds, & problems. I empower my clients and help them develop coping skills. My therapy skills aim to increase self-awareness, enhance internal strength, and reduce stress, fear, and suffering. Together, I can help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and answer questions such as, “What can I change?” How can I learn to accept things?” or “How do I want to move forward in this precious life?” I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma/PTSD, self-esteem issues, ADHD, stress, life transitions & substance use.
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Christine Olympia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Massapequa Park, NY 11762 (Online Only)
I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectal behavioral therapy, strength based approaches, solution focused therapy, positive psychology and trauma informed care.
I am compassionate clinician who enjoys working with those looking to uncover whats preventing them from reaching their full potential. Somewhere along the way we can find ourselves struggling to communicate or handle life in an effective way. I help enable clients to recognize their strengths and capabilities to face life's challenges. I work alongside clients in processing what barriers are in the way of reaching their goals and develop with them techniques to overcome them. My hope is that during the course of treatment clients walk away feeling that they've gained skills to walk through life with confidence and self acceptace.
I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectal behavioral therapy, strength based approaches, solution focused therapy, positive psychology and trauma informed care.
I am compassionate clinician who enjoys working with those looking to uncover whats preventing them from reaching their full potential. Somewhere along the way we can find ourselves struggling to communicate or handle life in an effective way. I help enable clients to recognize their strengths and capabilities to face life's challenges. I work alongside clients in processing what barriers are in the way of reaching their goals and develop with them techniques to overcome them. My hope is that during the course of treatment clients walk away feeling that they've gained skills to walk through life with confidence and self acceptace.
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Kiera Brennan
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
My psychotherapeutic framework utilizes a combination of modalities including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing.
I am passionate about creating an inviting, judgment-free environment for individuals looking to discuss their unique experiences as well as the obstacles that come with them. My goal as a clinician is to empower those seeking support and uplift individuals by adhering to collaborative, client-centered approaches.
My psychotherapeutic framework utilizes a combination of modalities including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing.
I am passionate about creating an inviting, judgment-free environment for individuals looking to discuss their unique experiences as well as the obstacles that come with them. My goal as a clinician is to empower those seeking support and uplift individuals by adhering to collaborative, client-centered approaches.
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Healing Beautifully Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Massapequa Park, NY 11762 (Online Only)
I use various effective therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Health at Every Size, and Trauma-Focused Treatment.
Do you feel lost and stuck in your life or relationships? Do you find it hard to move on from your past mistakes? Has depression and anxiety caused you to miss out on the life you want to live? Do you look in the mirror and not recognize the person looking back at you? Life can be very unpredictable, causing us to question our life decisions. Unfortunately, many people come to a point where they want to let go of the pain of their past but become lost in finding the motivation to take the first step. We will work through how significant events in your life have shaped how you see yourself and the world around you.
I use various effective therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Health at Every Size, and Trauma-Focused Treatment.
Do you feel lost and stuck in your life or relationships? Do you find it hard to move on from your past mistakes? Has depression and anxiety caused you to miss out on the life you want to live? Do you look in the mirror and not recognize the person looking back at you? Life can be very unpredictable, causing us to question our life decisions. Unfortunately, many people come to a point where they want to let go of the pain of their past but become lost in finding the motivation to take the first step. We will work through how significant events in your life have shaped how you see yourself and the world around you.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.