Female Therapists in Turtle Bay, New York, NY
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Dr. Alyssa Vincentz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10017 (Online Only)
Healing can happen with the courage to understand one’s own life story. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey toward prioritizing emotional well-being, promoting healthier behaviors and routines, and fostering self-compassion. This journey often includes examining the dynamic challenges that impact our relationships. As each person presents with a unique set of strengths and challenges, I strive to personalize treatment to meet your personal goals, build upon your strengths, and help you feel in control of your life. Most importantly, I prioritize doing this work in a warm and supportive environment.
Healing can happen with the courage to understand one’s own life story. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey toward prioritizing emotional well-being, promoting healthier behaviors and routines, and fostering self-compassion. This journey often includes examining the dynamic challenges that impact our relationships. As each person presents with a unique set of strengths and challenges, I strive to personalize treatment to meet your personal goals, build upon your strengths, and help you feel in control of your life. Most importantly, I prioritize doing this work in a warm and supportive environment.
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Welcome and thank you for considering me for your therapist. I've been a working therapist for 10 years who sees individuals, couples, and families providing compassionate, individualized and informed support. My clients are working through issues ranging from grief & loss, attachment and other trauma, identity development, social/emotional stress, interpersonal or familial conflict, anxiety, family planning, marital counseling, systemic oppression and even just the impact of day-to-day stressors. Some clients come in with defined goals and many enter therapy just wanting to feel better.
Welcome and thank you for considering me for your therapist. I've been a working therapist for 10 years who sees individuals, couples, and families providing compassionate, individualized and informed support. My clients are working through issues ranging from grief & loss, attachment and other trauma, identity development, social/emotional stress, interpersonal or familial conflict, anxiety, family planning, marital counseling, systemic oppression and even just the impact of day-to-day stressors. Some clients come in with defined goals and many enter therapy just wanting to feel better.
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Ciara Diemer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to the field of clinical social work, accumulating a wealth of experience along the way. With compassion as my compass, I've embarked on the profound journey of guiding individuals towards emotional well-being for 11 impactful years. This endeavor has been marked by a commitment to understanding, supporting, and empowering those I serve. Each day, I draw upon my depth of knowledge and genuine empathy to facilitate positive change in the lives of others, fostering resilience and facilitating growth.
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to the field of clinical social work, accumulating a wealth of experience along the way. With compassion as my compass, I've embarked on the profound journey of guiding individuals towards emotional well-being for 11 impactful years. This endeavor has been marked by a commitment to understanding, supporting, and empowering those I serve. Each day, I draw upon my depth of knowledge and genuine empathy to facilitate positive change in the lives of others, fostering resilience and facilitating growth.
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Sometimes life can be extremely difficult to navigate but if you have found your way to this website you have already made the first step towards wellness! My hope is to be part of your journey. I believe that the client is the expert of their own life and I view myself as a tool to help teach and guide. I focus on allowing my clients feel seen, heard, and understood without fear of judgment or criticism. Together, we will work on processing past experiences, understand patterns of reactions, behaviors, and gain insight to help you create a more empowered and authentic self.
Sometimes life can be extremely difficult to navigate but if you have found your way to this website you have already made the first step towards wellness! My hope is to be part of your journey. I believe that the client is the expert of their own life and I view myself as a tool to help teach and guide. I focus on allowing my clients feel seen, heard, and understood without fear of judgment or criticism. Together, we will work on processing past experiences, understand patterns of reactions, behaviors, and gain insight to help you create a more empowered and authentic self.
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Katherine Mazza Psychotherapy
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10166 (Online Only)
As a NY State and Florida State Licensed Psychotherapist, I specialize in Couples Counseling. I am a Gottman Method Couples Therapist working with individuals and couples who struggle with: Disconnection, Lack of desire and intimacy, Negative communication patterns, Infidelity, and other traumas. If there is resentment or complacency in your relationship, surely disconnection is setting in. It takes some work to get back on track, and this can be done safely and efficiently with the help of a skillful therapist. I also do individual work with clients on various issues listed on my website https://www.kmhealth.net
As a NY State and Florida State Licensed Psychotherapist, I specialize in Couples Counseling. I am a Gottman Method Couples Therapist working with individuals and couples who struggle with: Disconnection, Lack of desire and intimacy, Negative communication patterns, Infidelity, and other traumas. If there is resentment or complacency in your relationship, surely disconnection is setting in. It takes some work to get back on track, and this can be done safely and efficiently with the help of a skillful therapist. I also do individual work with clients on various issues listed on my website https://www.kmhealth.net
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Abigail Snyder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10022
We all have the capacity to heal, to change, and to grow. We are more than the circumstances that shaped us. I collaborate with each person, based on their strengths, to understand the context in they developed. Difficulties in life can make us internalize negative beliefs about ourselves; therapy can replace that negativity with awareness of our strengths, abilities, and worthiness.
We all have the capacity to heal, to change, and to grow. We are more than the circumstances that shaped us. I collaborate with each person, based on their strengths, to understand the context in they developed. Difficulties in life can make us internalize negative beliefs about ourselves; therapy can replace that negativity with awareness of our strengths, abilities, and worthiness.
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Elizabeth Gordon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in the treatment of disordered eating, body image dissatisfaction, and mood and anxiety disorders. I work best with clients who are open to a Health At Every Size approach and/or who are in a more sustained eating disorder recovery. I strive to create a warm, compassionate, non-judgmental environment where we can work collaboratively on healing unresolved issues, strengthening your sense of self, and helping you live your fullest life now.
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in the treatment of disordered eating, body image dissatisfaction, and mood and anxiety disorders. I work best with clients who are open to a Health At Every Size approach and/or who are in a more sustained eating disorder recovery. I strive to create a warm, compassionate, non-judgmental environment where we can work collaboratively on healing unresolved issues, strengthening your sense of self, and helping you live your fullest life now.
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Theresa D Linson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10017 (Online Only)
There are so many opportunities to feel stuck in life while you are managing the multitude of responsibilities that come along with it. Navigating these challenges on your own can add to the stress you feel, and sometimes you feel helpless coping with these struggles in unhealthy ways. I am a mental health counselor with experience in a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, substance use, anger management, life transitions, and relationship issues. I utilize elements of motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic theory to address the unhealthy patterns impacting your satisfaction in life.
There are so many opportunities to feel stuck in life while you are managing the multitude of responsibilities that come along with it. Navigating these challenges on your own can add to the stress you feel, and sometimes you feel helpless coping with these struggles in unhealthy ways. I am a mental health counselor with experience in a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, substance use, anger management, life transitions, and relationship issues. I utilize elements of motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic theory to address the unhealthy patterns impacting your satisfaction in life.
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Regina Jennings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified Verified
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10017
With insight and compassion, I offer bilingual (Spanish/English) psychotherapy and psychoanalysis to people who are trying to better understand their relationship to intimacy, professional achievement, and struggles with depression and anxiety. I am a fully bilingual psychotherapist, born and raised and Peru, who has been practicing in New York City for 25 years.
With insight and compassion, I offer bilingual (Spanish/English) psychotherapy and psychoanalysis to people who are trying to better understand their relationship to intimacy, professional achievement, and struggles with depression and anxiety. I am a fully bilingual psychotherapist, born and raised and Peru, who has been practicing in New York City for 25 years.
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I am passionate about creating a warm, safe, and inclusive atmosphere for all persons. I empower individuals to feel seen and freely express themselves throughout our work together. In my clinical work, I collaborate with clients to identify their personal goals and strengths, deepen insight, and navigate various life experiences. With all clients, I aim to cultivate acceptance and self-compassion. My hope is for all clients, including those who have endured trauma, to feel safe in their body and supported in their experience. I am patient, humble, and continuously inspired by the opportunity to sit with others on their journey.
I am passionate about creating a warm, safe, and inclusive atmosphere for all persons. I empower individuals to feel seen and freely express themselves throughout our work together. In my clinical work, I collaborate with clients to identify their personal goals and strengths, deepen insight, and navigate various life experiences. With all clients, I aim to cultivate acceptance and self-compassion. My hope is for all clients, including those who have endured trauma, to feel safe in their body and supported in their experience. I am patient, humble, and continuously inspired by the opportunity to sit with others on their journey.
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Hajra Munir
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
Therapy is a process that takes time, patience, and consistency. As your therapist, I will provide a judgement free environment along with my undivided attention to each client. I believe that everyone carries the strength to overcome a difficult situation within themselves. With a little bit of support and encouragement, we can come out stronger than before. I welcome every client regardless of cultural background with a warm, empathetic, and attentive personality. I am fluent in English, Urdu, and Punjabi.
Therapy is a process that takes time, patience, and consistency. As your therapist, I will provide a judgement free environment along with my undivided attention to each client. I believe that everyone carries the strength to overcome a difficult situation within themselves. With a little bit of support and encouragement, we can come out stronger than before. I welcome every client regardless of cultural background with a warm, empathetic, and attentive personality. I am fluent in English, Urdu, and Punjabi.
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Greetings! I am Dr. Melita T. Stancil, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. I am passionate about providing practical and effective treatment that serves the individual as a whole person. My treatment for individuals and families is fueled by results from my own experience, scientific evidence and incorporating the patient’s values. In essence, each patient is cared for as a human being with unique needs. I received a Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical-Community Psychology at the University of South Carolina.
Greetings! I am Dr. Melita T. Stancil, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. I am passionate about providing practical and effective treatment that serves the individual as a whole person. My treatment for individuals and families is fueled by results from my own experience, scientific evidence and incorporating the patient’s values. In essence, each patient is cared for as a human being with unique needs. I received a Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical-Community Psychology at the University of South Carolina.
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Chloe Carmichael
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10021 (Online Only)
I work well with clients seeking help with stress management, relationship issues, goal attainment, or issues related to emotion and self-esteem. My ideal clients are professionals who are seeking results. In addition to my work with clients, I also provide practice building tools for clinicians. Although I am currently on sabbatical from psychotherapy clients, I do oversee my associates, Amanda Pelcher, LMFT and Grayson Stadler, LCSW. You can have a free consultation with my office to learn more. Send us an email or give us a call so we may assist you further!
I work well with clients seeking help with stress management, relationship issues, goal attainment, or issues related to emotion and self-esteem. My ideal clients are professionals who are seeking results. In addition to my work with clients, I also provide practice building tools for clinicians. Although I am currently on sabbatical from psychotherapy clients, I do oversee my associates, Amanda Pelcher, LMFT and Grayson Stadler, LCSW. You can have a free consultation with my office to learn more. Send us an email or give us a call so we may assist you further!
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My practice focuses on helping adults, couples, adolescents, and children. I help patients to lose weight, quit smoking, manage anger and stress, improve self-esteem and overcome phobias. I also work with patients on a variety of other issues including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, obsessional thoughts, compulsive behaviors and PTSD. I aim to help my patients form better habits in their daily routines to improve happiness and energy levels.
My practice focuses on helping adults, couples, adolescents, and children. I help patients to lose weight, quit smoking, manage anger and stress, improve self-esteem and overcome phobias. I also work with patients on a variety of other issues including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, obsessional thoughts, compulsive behaviors and PTSD. I aim to help my patients form better habits in their daily routines to improve happiness and energy levels.
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Rachel Snyder Kleinman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
Dr. Rachel Kleinman is an experienced clinical psychologist based out of New York City and Long Island. Dr. Kleinman works with adults of all ages, ranging from young adults to those struggling with the aging process. She supports clients who experience feelings of overwhelming sadness, anxiety and panic, disconnection to loved ones, and people who are going through major life transitions. Additionally, Dr. Kleinman helps those who have experienced traumatic events to process their feelings and move past their difficult memories.
Dr. Rachel Kleinman is an experienced clinical psychologist based out of New York City and Long Island. Dr. Kleinman works with adults of all ages, ranging from young adults to those struggling with the aging process. She supports clients who experience feelings of overwhelming sadness, anxiety and panic, disconnection to loved ones, and people who are going through major life transitions. Additionally, Dr. Kleinman helps those who have experienced traumatic events to process their feelings and move past their difficult memories.
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Jill Backfield-Weiss
Psychologist, MS, MPhil, PhD
Verified Verified
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
Dr. Backfield-Weiss brings considerable clinical experience, intelligent understanding, emotional warmth, and thoughtful creativity to her clinical work with culturally diverse adults, couples, and families struggling with unproductive behavior patterns; unstable mood and emotional states; the pain of combined medical and psychological distress; and in helping individuals negotiate all forms of creative and emotional expression. Her experience also encompasses extensive work in the field of rehabilitation medicine, the teaching and training of doctoral students at Columbia University, and her own training in fine arts and design.
Dr. Backfield-Weiss brings considerable clinical experience, intelligent understanding, emotional warmth, and thoughtful creativity to her clinical work with culturally diverse adults, couples, and families struggling with unproductive behavior patterns; unstable mood and emotional states; the pain of combined medical and psychological distress; and in helping individuals negotiate all forms of creative and emotional expression. Her experience also encompasses extensive work in the field of rehabilitation medicine, the teaching and training of doctoral students at Columbia University, and her own training in fine arts and design.
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Barbara Mautner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NCPsyA
Verified Verified
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10022
Change, either planned or unexpected, is the most anxiety provoking factor in our lives - and the most constant! You need the skills to confront change, to stay calm and self-confident, to analyze and take effective action. Unconscious mental habits - distrust of others, self doubt - can interfere with this process. I will work with you to identify and CHANGE those bad habits. I work in a multi-faceted approach through psychoanalytic exploration of key life experiences and a systematic program of change through cognitive-behavioral techniques, relaxation, and meditation. It works!
Change, either planned or unexpected, is the most anxiety provoking factor in our lives - and the most constant! You need the skills to confront change, to stay calm and self-confident, to analyze and take effective action. Unconscious mental habits - distrust of others, self doubt - can interfere with this process. I will work with you to identify and CHANGE those bad habits. I work in a multi-faceted approach through psychoanalytic exploration of key life experiences and a systematic program of change through cognitive-behavioral techniques, relaxation, and meditation. It works!
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Pediatric Neuropsychological Svcs / Dr. Barrios
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10169
Are you worried that your child has a potential learning disability, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, or Autism Spectrum Disorder? Are you concerned about developmental delays? Does your child needs extra time in order to perform well on standardized tests (i.e. SAT)? Is your child displaying signs of Posttraumatic Stress after a traumatic event? Do they struggle with addictions or other behavioral problems? A comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation will help your child achieve their potential. Following the evaluation, you will receive a report detailing the diagnosis and any further weaknesses that your child may be experiencing. Clear solutions including recommendations for home and school will be provided.
Are you worried that your child has a potential learning disability, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, or Autism Spectrum Disorder? Are you concerned about developmental delays? Does your child needs extra time in order to perform well on standardized tests (i.e. SAT)? Is your child displaying signs of Posttraumatic Stress after a traumatic event? Do they struggle with addictions or other behavioral problems? A comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation will help your child achieve their potential. Following the evaluation, you will receive a report detailing the diagnosis and any further weaknesses that your child may be experiencing. Clear solutions including recommendations for home and school will be provided.
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Lynn Cukaj
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turtle Bay, New York, NY 10017 (Online Only)
I create a safe and nonjudgmental space where my clients feel at ease to work on their personal journey toward change. Oftentimes, it is what is not being said that becomes the focus of the session. Therefore, I help my clients develop a voice and find a way to effectively express their pain and struggles. I believe anxiety, fear, and pain are often obstacles to an individual’s growth. These emotions, along with one’s unhelpful thoughts and problematic behaviors, can be barriers to change. Therefore, I assist my clients in identifying therapeutic goals that are focused on freeing oneself from these roadblocks & barriers.
I create a safe and nonjudgmental space where my clients feel at ease to work on their personal journey toward change. Oftentimes, it is what is not being said that becomes the focus of the session. Therefore, I help my clients develop a voice and find a way to effectively express their pain and struggles. I believe anxiety, fear, and pain are often obstacles to an individual’s growth. These emotions, along with one’s unhelpful thoughts and problematic behaviors, can be barriers to change. Therefore, I assist my clients in identifying therapeutic goals that are focused on freeing oneself from these roadblocks & barriers.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 18 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and children. In psychotherapy, I believe in creating a safe and collaborative environment that can serve as a catalyst for self-understanding and change. Through open self-expression and close listening, I seek to shed light on the multilayered nature of problems and clarify various relational, emotional and thought processes that are involved. Depending on your individual needs the work of psychotherapy may include elements of deepening insight, strengthening coping abilities or implementing life style changes.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 18 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and children. In psychotherapy, I believe in creating a safe and collaborative environment that can serve as a catalyst for self-understanding and change. Through open self-expression and close listening, I seek to shed light on the multilayered nature of problems and clarify various relational, emotional and thought processes that are involved. Depending on your individual needs the work of psychotherapy may include elements of deepening insight, strengthening coping abilities or implementing life style changes.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.