Therapists in Mount Kisco, NY

In my over 25 years of clinical experience, I have found that there are common psychological obstacles that prevent people from experiencing a high-quality life. Many people have histories of working hard to build better lives and manage distressing psychological symptoms, yet remain stuck in frustrating patterns, unable to make positive changes. I believe that the difficulty is not in the effort they have put in to try and improve, but in the missing personal insights, and the lack of knowledge regarding the use of specialized improvement strategies.

As a licensed clinical psychologist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and find ways to be your best self. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can use them to better understand and resolve the current challenges in your life. By working collaboratively, we can adjust behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

I'm a licensed psychologist specializing in anxiety, trauma, depression, and relationship issues. My style is warm and collaborative and I work to create a supportive environment in which my clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and feelings. I work from a psychodynamic framework, meaning that I believe the problems clients face are often rooted in current and past relational experiences as well as in feelings outside of conscious awareness. I also work collaboratively with clients integrating mindfulness techniques and mind-body focused approaches to help them experience relief from symptoms and gain greater self-awareness.

Life can be challenging and at times even painful - preventing you from achieving your goals, feeling whole, or living to your fullest potential. It can also be very isolating at times, leaving you unsure if you can turn to someone for help and questioning whether there is someone who would understand. You don’t have to navigate these challenges alone. I strongly believe in being present and listening with intention while meeting with clients, as oftentimes people don’t feel heard or are misunderstood, and this is a crucial key towards healing.

I have more than 20 years of experience working with adolescents and adults and specialize in helping people who are struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, and family conflicts. I utilize a solution-focused approach to treatment and incorporate cognitive and behavioral interventions to assist people in improving their psychological well-being and their relationships with others.

Everyone deserves to have space for themselves. I believe that the therapeutic space is highly valuable for personal growth, the development of further insights and a place to find support. Whether you are seeking therapy to address a specific concern, or looking to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, therapy can offer you a space to be seen and heard in a genuine, meaningful way. My practice comes from both a psychoanalytic approach as well as from a creative lens. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space where you can express yourself fully and honestly.

Welcome! I am currently open to new clients. The clients I see are adults who are looking to make changes in their lives. I work with people who are looking to build a family and dealing with infertility and adoption process. Some are struggling with life transitions, such as work, family or relationships or grief and loss. All these issues may increase stressors, anxiety and depression. I believe there are many things in our lives that we may not be able to control but we can develop the skills to control how we react to life circumstances. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy.

I have over 20 years experience in private practice working with adults and late adolescents in individual, family and couples therapy. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, creative art therapy and Health psychology techniques to provide support, improve coping skills and make behavior changes that last. I also my interest in mindfulness, energy medicine and Eastern philosophies to enhance my clinical skills. My approach is down to Earth, practical and empathetic.

As someone who has been on the “other side of the couch”, I am a huge advocate for therapy and its transformative powers. I also recognize the courage it takes to begin the journey of healing and commend you for starting it. During our time together, I will help you to determine the thoughts that lead you to feel self-doubt, anxiety, or overwhelming sadness. My goal is to create a space for you to feel heard, validated, and supported. I believe in empowering clients and ensuring a strength-based, solution-focused approach while we walk through this process together one step at a time.

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

I am an empathic Psychologist who uses humor to speak about difficult topics. My goal is to help my clients reach their goals whether that be increased insight, behavior change, or managing thoughts. I use a non-judgmental and supportive stance to help my clients feel more comfortable when speaking about issues that may make them feel vulnerable. At times, I can be irreverent and direct, which helps when we find ourselves avoiding what needs to be addressed. In addition to working with clients in my private practice, I work for Northwell Health providing psychotherapy to Residents, Fellows, and other Medical/Professional Staff.

You thrive on feeling in control. The idea of slowing down is your worst nightmare. It feels like if you're not perfect, something bad will happen. But lately you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected and lost. It’s exhausting to never feel good enough. It makes you want to hide, even from friends or your partner. I’ll help you take off the mask and discover your true self so you can create relationships that really work for you. We'll get to the root of patterns that impact your self-esteem and learn to talk back to your inner critic. You'll feel more balance in your daily life and greater ease with the people who matter most.

My ideal client is one who struggles with achieving the goals they want to accomplish. One who has experienced trauma in the past and isn't sure how to move forward. One who has excessively negative thoughts about themselves or the world, and wants to improve how they see life. A client who has felt like they are drowning in life, in sadness, in anxiety, in fear, and wants to identify strategies to come back afloat.

I've worked in the field of Social Work for over 20 years and I have helped many individuals to overcome barriers affecting their lives. I'm a certified Clinical Social Worker with advanced clinical training in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. I believe that therapy is a personal, challenging, and reflective experience. I use a variety of approaches tailored to each unique person I work with depending on their character and comfort level. The ultimate goal of your therapy experience could be to achieve greater self-awareness, an increased satisfaction in your relationships, and greater emotional comfort and stability.

When you feel safe and supported in the therapeutic environment, the partnership you develop with a therapist can bring about gains that will change the trajectory of your life in significant and deeply rewarding ways.

With over 33 years as a seasoned psychologist, I offer a relaxed, laid-back style that produces real results using a nonjudgmental and caring atmosphere. I provide solution-oriented therapy with useful feedback that addresses issues important to you. This includes help with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, intimacy issues, stress management, grief/loss, codependency, self-esteem and life transitions. Whatever your needs, you will leave our sessions really feeling "understood".

Welcome to my profile. I am a certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT) who practices in both Manhattan and Westchester County, New York. I work with adults of all ages on a number of different issues including: Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Life Transitional Issues, and Workplace Issues. My practice is LGBT-friendly and inclusive of all faiths. In addition to receiving CBT training at the Beck Institute I am also trained as a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist having completed training at the Institute for Psychoanalytic Education - NYU School of Medicine.

I am a licensed Psychologist practicing in New York City and Westchester. I earned my PhD as well as three Masters degrees (Master of Art, Master of Science, and Master of Philosophy) at Columbia University in the City of New York. I completed my clinical internship at Jacobi Medical Center. In addition to seeing patients in my private practice, I worked as a Clinical Researcher at New York State Psychiatric Institute, where I investigated the functional organization and structure of the human brain for the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Developing a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship is the first step toward helping one understand their feelings, thoughts and behaviors. Rather than being solely a passive listener, my style resembles more of an interactive approach by discussing issues in a direct and empathic manner. I help both individuals and couples to better understand and deal with life problems. Often, conflict within relationships can be overwhelming. Individual or couples therapy can help you better understand your particular relationship and teach you how to deal with conflict in more constructive and mutually gratifying ways.