Play Therapy in Melville, NY
My approach is integrative, blending psychodynamic, holistic, cognitive-behavioral, play therapy and mindfulness techniques tailored to meet the needs of each client.
Are you feeling anxious, sad or overwhelmed? Do you need support in overcoming a significant obstacle in your personal or professional life or in making a major life decision? By providing a safe, caring and understanding therapeutic relationship, I will assist you in this journey. We will openly explore your difficulties, discuss techniques for coping with feelings, reach new resolutions, achieve solutions, establish and reach goals and improve your life and relationships with others. We'll work on developing positive coping skills for unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, so that you can live a happy, healthy and peaceful life.
My approach is integrative, blending psychodynamic, holistic, cognitive-behavioral, play therapy and mindfulness techniques tailored to meet the needs of each client.
Are you feeling anxious, sad or overwhelmed? Do you need support in overcoming a significant obstacle in your personal or professional life or in making a major life decision? By providing a safe, caring and understanding therapeutic relationship, I will assist you in this journey. We will openly explore your difficulties, discuss techniques for coping with feelings, reach new resolutions, achieve solutions, establish and reach goals and improve your life and relationships with others. We'll work on developing positive coping skills for unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, so that you can live a happy, healthy and peaceful life.
Randi Zimmerman @ Randi Z. Therapy Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747
Children - play therapy, art therapy, parent guidance, family work, positive emotional, cognitive and behavioral treatment.
At The Time is Always Now Therapy Group, Randi Zimmerman, LCSW-R, CEDS-S and her team are ready for you! "What lies before you and what lies behind you are tiny matters compared to what lies within you." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. For those who wish to be the best they can be, to heal and strive and connect, therapy can help you achieve the highest quality of your life. Your unique strengths will be uncovered and cultivated to help you meet the challenges before you. You will be guided and nurtured to achieve and exceed your goals, to take the risks necessary to fulfill your dreams. The time to start is now!
Children - play therapy, art therapy, parent guidance, family work, positive emotional, cognitive and behavioral treatment.
At The Time is Always Now Therapy Group, Randi Zimmerman, LCSW-R, CEDS-S and her team are ready for you! "What lies before you and what lies behind you are tiny matters compared to what lies within you." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. For those who wish to be the best they can be, to heal and strive and connect, therapy can help you achieve the highest quality of your life. Your unique strengths will be uncovered and cultivated to help you meet the challenges before you. You will be guided and nurtured to achieve and exceed your goals, to take the risks necessary to fulfill your dreams. The time to start is now!
Join me as you embark on a new experience in your life. I will provide you with a safe space to be your authentic self. Together we will explore who you are and any challenges you may face. I will help you learn to manage life as we know it and set achievable goals. I look forward to supporting and empowering you on your journey.
Join me as you embark on a new experience in your life. I will provide you with a safe space to be your authentic self. Together we will explore who you are and any challenges you may face. I will help you learn to manage life as we know it and set achievable goals. I look forward to supporting and empowering you on your journey.
I am a therapist and licensed social worker with experience working with trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. As a therapist, my mission is to create a warm and safe environment and to empower clients to use the tools they learn in therapy to make the changes they wish to see in their lives.
I am a therapist and licensed social worker with experience working with trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. As a therapist, my mission is to create a warm and safe environment and to empower clients to use the tools they learn in therapy to make the changes they wish to see in their lives.
Gail I Mandra Stallone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
*****Long Island Press voted "Best on Long Island for Psychotherapist". ***** My practice offers a broad spectrum of services which includes providing in-office/home, long/short term: individual (children, adolescents, adults), marital, and family psychotherapy. I Collaborate with psychiatrists (medication), attorneys (divorce/estate plannng) and neurologists (ADHD), to ensure the client receives proper care . A treatment plan is formulated for symptom management and stress reduction. Additionally, a detailed Psychosocial history and Mental Health Assessment is completed, together resulting in a working diagnosis. The client may then remain in treatment with me or will be referred to the appropriate setting to fit their individual needs.
*****Long Island Press voted "Best on Long Island for Psychotherapist". ***** My practice offers a broad spectrum of services which includes providing in-office/home, long/short term: individual (children, adolescents, adults), marital, and family psychotherapy. I Collaborate with psychiatrists (medication), attorneys (divorce/estate plannng) and neurologists (ADHD), to ensure the client receives proper care . A treatment plan is formulated for symptom management and stress reduction. Additionally, a detailed Psychosocial history and Mental Health Assessment is completed, together resulting in a working diagnosis. The client may then remain in treatment with me or will be referred to the appropriate setting to fit their individual needs.
Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is the way you think about things. It's remarkable how our own thoughts can work against us creating anxiety, depression and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The happiness that you truly want and deserve is actually within your control! Whether it's getting rid of your fears, understanding why you feel sad, finally having that healthy relationship you have been yearning for, reducing stress, finding balance, or finally being able to answer the question "what will make me happy?".
Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is the way you think about things. It's remarkable how our own thoughts can work against us creating anxiety, depression and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The happiness that you truly want and deserve is actually within your control! Whether it's getting rid of your fears, understanding why you feel sad, finally having that healthy relationship you have been yearning for, reducing stress, finding balance, or finally being able to answer the question "what will make me happy?".
You feel stressed out all the time. You have managed to keep everything together for years but you feel like you are barely holding on. You are exhausted all the time and often think you just can't do it anymore. On the outside, it seems like you have it all it. You’re accomplished, driven, and dependable. But on the inside, you never feel good enough and the voice in your head often reminds you of all the ways you’re falling short. You're tired of giving so much to everyone else while you continue to come last on your list. Not anymore. Now is the time to prioritize yourself and make a positive change.
You feel stressed out all the time. You have managed to keep everything together for years but you feel like you are barely holding on. You are exhausted all the time and often think you just can't do it anymore. On the outside, it seems like you have it all it. You’re accomplished, driven, and dependable. But on the inside, you never feel good enough and the voice in your head often reminds you of all the ways you’re falling short. You're tired of giving so much to everyone else while you continue to come last on your list. Not anymore. Now is the time to prioritize yourself and make a positive change.
Kimberly Meere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747
Life can be easier! Learn specific tools in each session to reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and simply work through life's challenges. Over the last 10 years I have guided many individuals, families, couples, and groups to a new state of understanding and personal growth in their lives. I specialize in helping adults and children struggling with issues related to anxiety, panic attacks, depression, school refusal, divorce, and PTSD.. My style of counseling fosters personal growth and family cohesion in a warm, friendly, and safe environment.
Life can be easier! Learn specific tools in each session to reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and simply work through life's challenges. Over the last 10 years I have guided many individuals, families, couples, and groups to a new state of understanding and personal growth in their lives. I specialize in helping adults and children struggling with issues related to anxiety, panic attacks, depression, school refusal, divorce, and PTSD.. My style of counseling fosters personal growth and family cohesion in a warm, friendly, and safe environment.
Samantha Jean Wedderburn
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747 (Online Only)
Samantha is a psychotherapist. Samantha works primarily with teenagers and young adults, who struggle with OCD, anxiety, and life transitions. Samantha integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with components of mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention to her counseling. Samantha completed her graduate school degrees at Columbia University.
Samantha is a psychotherapist. Samantha works primarily with teenagers and young adults, who struggle with OCD, anxiety, and life transitions. Samantha integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with components of mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention to her counseling. Samantha completed her graduate school degrees at Columbia University.
Smiling is hard when there’s only pain inside. High anxiety, racing thoughts and loneliness overshadow every hint of joy in your life. As your energy plummets, small tasks become huge. Just talking seems like a chore. Irritability and exhaustion are a constant battle. Loved ones complain that you are removed and shutdown. You want to let them in, but it’s hard to trust anyone. It’s become impossible to turn off that negative voice in your head that keeps saying you aren’t good enough. No one understands. Everything triggers you. The past is tied up with the present, your thoughts are dark, and you’re afraid of losing everything
Smiling is hard when there’s only pain inside. High anxiety, racing thoughts and loneliness overshadow every hint of joy in your life. As your energy plummets, small tasks become huge. Just talking seems like a chore. Irritability and exhaustion are a constant battle. Loved ones complain that you are removed and shutdown. You want to let them in, but it’s hard to trust anyone. It’s become impossible to turn off that negative voice in your head that keeps saying you aren’t good enough. No one understands. Everything triggers you. The past is tied up with the present, your thoughts are dark, and you’re afraid of losing everything
Long Island Psychotherapy & Counseling P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LMHC, CASAC, CMC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747 (Online Only)
Now accepting Blue Cross, Aetna, Northwell, United, Oxford & Oscar. We understand how debilitating anxiety, panic attacks, and depression can be. We prioritize creating a welcoming and safe environment where individuals can share their struggles and receive treatment and support from highly trained therapists. At Long Island Psychotherapy & Counseling, we utilize evidence-based techniques to treat symptoms such as racing thoughts, obsessive behavior, and feelings of hopelessness. Our team's expertise have helped thousands of clients gain control over their lives again. Join us today to begin your journey towards healing.
Now accepting Blue Cross, Aetna, Northwell, United, Oxford & Oscar. We understand how debilitating anxiety, panic attacks, and depression can be. We prioritize creating a welcoming and safe environment where individuals can share their struggles and receive treatment and support from highly trained therapists. At Long Island Psychotherapy & Counseling, we utilize evidence-based techniques to treat symptoms such as racing thoughts, obsessive behavior, and feelings of hopelessness. Our team's expertise have helped thousands of clients gain control over their lives again. Join us today to begin your journey towards healing.
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I am a Psychologist from Argentina and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker graduated from NYU. I had the opportunity to work with patients from different socio-cultural backgrounds who were born here or came to this country with hopes for a better life. I speak Spanish and English, and I learned about life transitions and about ways to heal emotional pain.
I am a Psychologist from Argentina and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker graduated from NYU. I had the opportunity to work with patients from different socio-cultural backgrounds who were born here or came to this country with hopes for a better life. I speak Spanish and English, and I learned about life transitions and about ways to heal emotional pain.
No two individuals are alike and while I see many clients that struggle with similar concerns, I take an individual approach with each person. What works for one person, may not work for another. My goal from the very first session is to build a strong rapport and support my clients in what will work best for them. My focus is to help individuals and families face and manage what they are currently struggling with. Every person deserves to feel understood, seen and heard.
No two individuals are alike and while I see many clients that struggle with similar concerns, I take an individual approach with each person. What works for one person, may not work for another. My goal from the very first session is to build a strong rapport and support my clients in what will work best for them. My focus is to help individuals and families face and manage what they are currently struggling with. Every person deserves to feel understood, seen and heard.
Early in my career I trained at MSKCC assisting families of pediatric cancer patients as well as at Mount Sinai Medical Center in the Dept. of Developmental Pediatrics. This early training with children and their families not only shaped my career over the past 25 years but also fueled my passion to work with children with developmental delays and/or social-emotional and behavioral difficulties. I also led the Psychology Dept. at Variety Child Learning Center. I currently provide individual and small group counseling to children based on CBT principles and many evidenced based methods, as well as provide parent training/education.
Early in my career I trained at MSKCC assisting families of pediatric cancer patients as well as at Mount Sinai Medical Center in the Dept. of Developmental Pediatrics. This early training with children and their families not only shaped my career over the past 25 years but also fueled my passion to work with children with developmental delays and/or social-emotional and behavioral difficulties. I also led the Psychology Dept. at Variety Child Learning Center. I currently provide individual and small group counseling to children based on CBT principles and many evidenced based methods, as well as provide parent training/education.
At times life can be challanging & reaching out for support & assistance is necessary. Counseling is a way to have a non-judgemental professional help you manage your particular stresses & learn ways to cope. Whether its addressing past struggles or managing current ones appropriate treatment can help. You can improve relationships, overall health, focus & live happier! Bettina has several years of experience providing counseling.She is a mother, friend, & a real person who has the professional education & experience to assist you. Daytime, evenings appts provided via tele-therapy (online/video counseling) for individuals or couples
At times life can be challanging & reaching out for support & assistance is necessary. Counseling is a way to have a non-judgemental professional help you manage your particular stresses & learn ways to cope. Whether its addressing past struggles or managing current ones appropriate treatment can help. You can improve relationships, overall health, focus & live happier! Bettina has several years of experience providing counseling.She is a mother, friend, & a real person who has the professional education & experience to assist you. Daytime, evenings appts provided via tele-therapy (online/video counseling) for individuals or couples
Stacy Pellettieri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747
Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is your own thoughts. It's remarkable how our thoughts work against us creating anxiety, depression, and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The good news is that having the happiness you want and deserve is actually within your control. Whether it is getting rid of your fear, understanding why you are so sad, dreaming of a healthier relationship, or just trying to figure out what will actually make you happy, I am here to help you learn how to take control of your life.
Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is your own thoughts. It's remarkable how our thoughts work against us creating anxiety, depression, and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The good news is that having the happiness you want and deserve is actually within your control. Whether it is getting rid of your fear, understanding why you are so sad, dreaming of a healthier relationship, or just trying to figure out what will actually make you happy, I am here to help you learn how to take control of your life.
As a licensed mental health counselor with over fifteen years in the counseling field, I understand the importance of living a life filled with joy. I believe that the key to a successful therapeutic relationship is in the connection made between therapist and client. My hope is that I can connect with you and that we can work in a safe and supportive environment to help you deal with any issues of concern in your life. I am here to support you in finding your true self and to help you find what brings the most meaning into your life.
As a licensed mental health counselor with over fifteen years in the counseling field, I understand the importance of living a life filled with joy. I believe that the key to a successful therapeutic relationship is in the connection made between therapist and client. My hope is that I can connect with you and that we can work in a safe and supportive environment to help you deal with any issues of concern in your life. I am here to support you in finding your true self and to help you find what brings the most meaning into your life.
Life's journey can be stressful, leaving you feeling down, anxious and exauhsted. Counseling is a way to have a non-judgemental professional help you manage your particular stresses & learn ways to cope. Whether it's addressing past struggles or managing current ones, appropriate treatment can help. You can Improve Relationships, overall Health, focus & live Happier! You deserve to feel better! Bettina has several years of experience providing counseling.She is a mother, friend, and a real person who has the professional education & experience to assist you!
Life's journey can be stressful, leaving you feeling down, anxious and exauhsted. Counseling is a way to have a non-judgemental professional help you manage your particular stresses & learn ways to cope. Whether it's addressing past struggles or managing current ones, appropriate treatment can help. You can Improve Relationships, overall Health, focus & live Happier! You deserve to feel better! Bettina has several years of experience providing counseling.She is a mother, friend, and a real person who has the professional education & experience to assist you!
Letting yourself be vulnerable with a stranger can be scary and I commend you for taking the first step. Using a client-centered approach, my goal is to help you explore, set and reach achievable goals by focusing on strengths and increasing your self awareness of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I aim to provide each of my client's with an environment thats safe and supportive while encouraging growth, and self-efficacy.
Letting yourself be vulnerable with a stranger can be scary and I commend you for taking the first step. Using a client-centered approach, my goal is to help you explore, set and reach achievable goals by focusing on strengths and increasing your self awareness of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I aim to provide each of my client's with an environment thats safe and supportive while encouraging growth, and self-efficacy.
Have the past few years been mentally challenging for you? Have you been mentally impacted by the pandemic? Justin Dantzler provides supports and strategies to help you address concerns for more balanced living.
Have the past few years been mentally challenging for you? Have you been mentally impacted by the pandemic? Justin Dantzler provides supports and strategies to help you address concerns for more balanced living.
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.