Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Massapequa, NY

Difficulties with intimacy are prevalent. People are pessimistic and frightened of marriage. Levels of anxiety, depression, and "pushing away" defense mechanisms are increasing and we tend to seek the emotionally familiar. We fall in love based on our earliest experiences with bonding, or lack of it. Thus, if these feelings are based upon aberrations of bonding, we are constantly drawn to those who cannot bond & connect. If you continually repeat the same mistakes in your life you may be emotionally "stuck" due to these early feelings.

If you find yourself overwhelmed by stress and facing challenges in your relationships, with worries and what-ifs dominating your thoughts throughout the day, I can help. Anxiety may feel like it's taking the reins, leaving you restless, tense, and unfocused, occasionally spiraling into moments of panic. I’m an experienced therapist who can help you to live life more fully without being incapacitated by anxiety or the despair of hopelessness. I will give you tools to manage anxiety, promote relaxation and develop strategies to address unhelpful thoughts, emotions and behaviors.

Whether going through a life change, experiencing hardship, or managing challenging symptoms, therapy can be helpful to people from all walks of life. My goal as a therapist is to help my clients become a better version of themselves. I aim to provide my clients with the tools necessary to improve the quality of their daily lives. I hope to provide a warm supportive environment where my clients feel safe to express themselves fully. By doing so, I hope to encourage clients to build self-awareness, engage in self-reflection, and create ongoing positive change.

Are you struggling with the constant need to please others, overwhelming anxiety, or self-doubt? Do you find it difficult to set boundaries or prioritize your own well-being? I know you may have been struggling with some of these issues for a while but, anxiety or trauma doesn’t need to dictate our lives; there are tools to navigate our emotions without feeling so drained. At Guided Counseling, I offer individual therapy for teens, young adults, adults and seniors who struggle with anxiety, trauma or relationship issues.

My clients throughout the years are looking for deeper answers and solutions to everyday problems. They are seeking ways to manage areas of direction, insecurity, depression, self control, anger, interpersonal conflicts, clarity of life purpose, anxiety, problem solving solution skill building. They are trying to find ways to breakthrough and to stop having life live them and instead learning ways to live their life.

Hello and thank you for viewing my profile! I enjoy treating a diversity of clients, from teenagers through seniors. Most have issues of anxiety, depression, stress-management, identity, ADHD, bipolar disorder, relationships, life changes, family, grief, school, or career. I am very LGBTQIA+ allied. I am easy to talk to and non-judgmental. I love helping people uncover their untapped strengths and resources, and to assist in guiding them through life's many difficulties. I consider my practice style to be Eclectic, meaning that I draw from several theoretical orientations, and utilize what best fits each client's particular needs.

Have you ever considered the defining experiences in your life that affect how you currently live your life and how you feel? Are there major challenges with relationships, substance use, loss, work or past trauma? Are your best efforts to avoid suffering keeping you "stuck" on the same path? Are you struggling with feeling you have become someone else's version of you?

I've been in Private Practice in Massapequa for the past 27 years, and am the owner of Counseling Services of Long Island. I am also an Adjunct Professor at a local University. At CSLI, we accept many insurance plans, and provide individual, family, group and specialized counseling for couples. In addition to general practice issues, our specialties include CBT for anxiety, Mindfulness Training/Complementary Therapies, End-of-life/Bereavement program, difficult teens/families, workplace/EAP, and corporate consultation. We also house a very special copyrighted ADHD Program - 'From Distraction to Action' for teens and their parents.

When people experience emotional pain or are struggling with their relationship to themselves, it can affect all areas of their lives. My passion is bringing understanding and healing to people struggling with these wounds. I help my clients find healthy perceptions of themselves, grow in self-worth, understand the origins of their wounds, and overcome the strong emotions that they evoke.

My goal as a therapist is to help my clients gain insight into themselves and their experience. Through the course of therapy, emotional healing can occur and self-empowerment can be found. I help people with anxiety, depression, and many other mental health difficulties. Sometimes just having someone to talk to about life can help. I stand here with outstretched arms.

With more than 25 years of success operating a Clinical Social Work practice with high-impact results, Counseling Services of Long Island is a highly regarded and trusted resource for clients and therapists alike throughout the region. We are known for our professional skills, and our compassionate and non-judgmental approach in helping clients achieve positive change, happiness and emotional well-being. We accept many insurance plans, and provide individual, family, group and specialized counseling for couples. We also have a special, copyrighted ADHD program - 'From Distraction to Action' for teens and their parents.

Is life proving to be extremely stressful at times? As a team you and I will problem solve together to help YOU find solutions to some of life’s concerns listed below. My promise is to “meet my clients where they’re at” and empower them. As a Licensed Social Worker I work with both children and adults by providing both individual and couples counseling. I primarily utilize evidence based methods to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy amongst others to help you resolve some of life’s problems.

Neurofeedback is direct training of brain function, by which the brain learns to function more efficiently. It teaches the brain to improve attention, mood, behavior, cognition, and more. In simple terms, neurofeedback is positive reinforcement for the brain. We measure brain activity and teach the brain to make healthier patterns. Once these healthier brain patterns are learned the effects of neurofeedback tend to hold. Neurofeedback initiates self-regulation and enhances relaxation and cognition, all necessary components of optimal brain function. Neurofeedback can work on anyone, no matter the age. We treat a variety of conditions including ADHD, anxiety, brain injury, depression, insomnia, migraines, and more!

Are you living your best life? I believe that you are in control of your own happiness, and it comes down to making better choices to support your goals. Figuring out what those choices are is the hard part. Let's work together to help you make smart (though sometimes difficult) choices, while refusing to fall into negative, self-defeating traps. I will help you look for any underlying issues and come up with practical solutions. You can make lasting changes in existing behaviors - at least the ones that are keeping you from the life you deserve to have!

At every stage, life has its challenges. Allowing the voice of worry to be in the driver’s seat is not working for you. There is a way to navigate life better, and feel empowered no matter what is on your plate. I know, easier said than done. It’s just a matter of creating a new path. I can help you find it!

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.

Navigating through life can be overwhelming or challenging. There might be times where you, or your child may struggle with anxiety, depression, school issues, relationships, life transitions, or with navigating the challenges of adulthood. My goal is to meet you where you are, and for us to work together to develop goals and work towards growth. As a clinician I strive to develop a therapeutic relationship with all my clients and families, that supports self-exploration and empowerment. I utilize a strength-based perspective to increase self-awareness/esteem and enhance coping skills to help in difficult situations.

Reaching out is the first step in finding your safe space to explore your life experiences while healing the most important relationship in your life, the one you have with yourself. My approach as a therapist is to help you feel safe, heard, and comfortable while working toward your therapeutic goals. I meet each individual exactly where they are and utilize various therapeutic tools to elicit more self-compassion and provide understanding, comfort, and growth to guide you through your personal healing.

Michelle Gladstone is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2018. Michelle believes in helping her clients gain insight and understanding of what they may be struggling with and that they are not alone. She strives to help end the stigma of therapy and mental health issues by providing an empathic, supportive and safe environment. Michelle works collaboratively with her clients to help develop a “toolbox” of skills and strategies to cope with life’s stressors.