Experiential Therapy in Mineola, NY

Everyones initial thought and direction is to ensure that everything goes well for them in all areas of their lives - family and community. Unfortunately, during social interaction and general communication there is no guarantee that all will go well. Their feelings can be hurt, cognitive functioning adversely affected, all of which can lead to the display of unacceptable behavior. Our defenses can become weak. Assistance can be sought to enable the individual to get through those mishaps. The care which I can offer clients will enable them to work on their needs, attain goals to become once again positively functional.

In a safe and respectful setting, utilizing traditional and holistic therapies, you can develop skills that bring you into greater partnership with you. As you come to truly know and understand your own unique journey, you will be led to skills that benefit the whole of you. When you feel comfortable within yourself, inner calm becomes readily accessible. Relationships that are sticky become fluid and more enjoyable. Whatever your personal issues, learning to understand and trust your own unique experience becomes the heart of a life well-lived. This is true for adults who see me individually, for couples, and with older kids/teens.

The first step is always the hardest, no matter what you’re struggling with. I believe that with the right tools and mindset, you can make some serious changes to the way you live your life. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, relationship complications, and LGBTQ issues. In my practice, I make sure to create a safe, welcoming, judge-free environment where you are free to be yourself.

Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, but I'm here to provide the support and guidance you need. I'm Tracey Cardello, and I aim to help you overcome anxiety, self-doubt, and challenging relationships, and to help you rise above it. I understand what it's like to feel stuck, frustrated, confused, rejected, and alone. My goal is to help you become more aware of your emotions, thoughts, and the narratives you create about your self-worth. Struggle to Seremity, Moneyfestation, and Winning at Weight Loss Groups are forming for October 2024 check the website for more information.

Working with adolescents and young adults has always been my passion. As a former school counselor, I use my knowledge of the school system in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy to guide teens throughout their educational experience. With specializations in ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and LGBTQ, I work closely with each individual client to determine goals and create a realistic long-term plan.

Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship challenges? Perhaps you're grappling with the demands of parenting, trauma, or OCD. Whatever your circumstances, you deserve to feel understood, empowered, and guided towards greater well-being. At Expressive Connections, our team of compassionate therapists provides a nurturing environment where you can explore your emotions, gain insights, and develop effective coping strategies.

What is the trouble that brings you in today? I begin sessions by focusing on the here and now and filling in the past as needed. I help individuals create relationships that are fulfilling in many aspects. I work with parents, teens, couples and individuals depending on the problems that are present. Especially now, people are struggling to build satisfying relationships, be effective in the workplace or school, and manage the challenges of today. If you are frustrated and change is evading you, reach out for a free consult. My style is pragmatic and grounded in meeting you where you are hurting most to cultivate change.

Hello, time traveler. I'm glad you made it here. I know there's a million other places you could be right now so I want to help you take a second to be here with me. Not at work tomorrow, not in the climate apocalypse and definitely not reliving that time in 5th grade when your yogurt exploded in your backpack because someone threw it down the street at the bus stop as the bus arrived. Ok. Now, that you're here, take a breath. Take another one. Feel the air flow in and out. Let that nagging voice that's pulling you from being here know that you hear it, and ask it to step aside for 30 seconds so that you can finish reading this.

I am a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in working with children, adolescents and adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, substance use, grief & loss, crisis and trauma, medical problems, as well as other areas. I am a nationally certified anger management specialist (for court-mandated and self-improvement clients). I work with individuals, couples and families in a non-judgmental, no-pressure, comfortable setting. I help individuals create an agenda that they want to address or improve in order to help them be happy and improve the quality of their life.

I have a very unique set of skills that set me apart from other practitioners, enabling me to address a variety of emotional issues and habits such as smoking, weight loss and stress; both on a conscious level and subconscious level. Every client is unique and I tailor design my interventions to directly and effectively help you to achieve your goals in a short period of time, by removing psychological blocks and tapping into your inner strengths that have been laying dormant within. Dream interpretation and sometimes journal writing analysis are often powerful tools used to bring subconscious material to the surface into the light.

Therapy is about being open and willing to look at your attitudes and behaviors from a professionals perspective and feedback .and accept new ideas and techniques which will help you to effect positive changes..Therapy requires and open mind and trust between a professional and a patient. I utilize various modalities of treatment and integrate whatever will work best for my patients.I am a strong believer in God and I utilize spiritual direction with other modalities without imposing any belief on anyone. .I care about people and their happiness and love working with people to effect better outcomes for them.

Spiritual Intuitive. You are stuck. Want to get out of your situation? Crave release of old patterns, feelings, beliefs? Desire to achieve, but can't quite reach what you should be yours, but isn't? To find the answers, explore your own subconscious. You may be holding onto old stuff from your earlier years, or picked up a belief from family, culture, peers, etc. that hinders you in your life today. You desire to be free, to have the burden lifted, to find success. Anger, fear, sadness or lack of Joy bog you down? By going within, you can find all the old issues, and through Intuitive guidance and energy work, Release It All.

Slowing down is hard when our lives are busy, and we feel out of balance—it can feel like there is very little time to work on ourselves.  Therapy is about creating space for positive change. When we do manage to slow down and make room for ourselves, we can grow and create lasting adjustments that make our lives more balanced.  Entering therapy provides that space and opportunity. I work collaboratively with my clients, providing a safe and non-judgmental space to explore issues, gain perspective, develop new and creative coping skills, and strengthen one’s relationship with themselves and with others.

I work with clients to help identify, process and heal relational issues whether it be familial, romantic, professional, or platonic. I also work with clients suffering from and feeling held back by the scars of trauma, emotional wounds, and maladaptive behavior patterns. I help clients to acknowledge their pain and/or the role they play in their dissatisfaction, slowly process it, accept it, and implement new paths forward so they can take back control of their lives and enjoy closer relationships.

If you're navigating the complex landscape of a cancer diagnosis, you are not alone. My clients often come to me seeking support and understanding, looking for peace of mind, and wanting a safe space within which to share their emotions or fears, hopes and dreams, questions you're not alone. My goal is to provide a safe space where we can talk about all the aspects of learning and growing into your new challenge. I want you to find hope, regain control, or simply feel understood, supported and embraced as you travel down this new path of self - discovery and emotional and spiritual health and well - being.