Psychoanalytic Therapists in Two Bridges, New York, NY

Danielle is a licensed Master Level Social Worker in New York State. She attended Fordham University’s Graduate School of Social Services where she received her MSW and CASAC-T. Danielle has over 13 years of experience in various areas of social services. Her diverse experience includes working with individuals, families as well as mandated persons with comorbidities. Her experience has also molded Danielle into a dedicated and empathetic clinician devoted to helping individuals from all walks of life through challenging times. While easy to talk to you will also receive excellent therapeutic feedback to reach your personal goals.

Finding the right therapist can be anxiety-provoking. Who will be comfortable to talk to? But not only comfortable to talk to, who will actually make insightful contributions that you don't get elsewhere? Who can you trust to find the balance between being supportive as well as challenging at the right times? Finding that balance is what I always aim for, and most people find me easy to talk to, interactive, direct, nuanced and to have a welcome sense of humor.

I believe that each person wants to find fulfillment in life, and that through the therapeutic relationship, we can work together to achieve this goal. In today's world, there are so many pressures and obstacles that people face on a daily basis. I work to help people identify the factors that affect their lives, assist them in gaining insight into the causes of their problems, and develop real-life solutions to address problematic issues. I use techniques from various types of therapy to achieve this. I work to help people identify their strengths in order to increase resiliency and autonomy and develop growing self-respect.

Therapy can feel broad and overwhelming. To simplify our approach, we'll seek acceptance and control of adversities that seem to dictate your life. Whatever stressors weigh on you, we'll troubleshoot what hasn't been working and process new tools to put in place. It is my responsibility to adapt to your preferences and ways of learning. I'll provide a space for you that can range from open discussion and exploration, to structured activities and weekly goals. Additionally, these steps are flexible and can be done in a matter of time that fits what you hope to achieve. All possible with individual, couples, and/or family therapy.

As a first-generation US-born woman, I understand the rich tapestry of complexities that life offers, both lived and learned. My therapeutic approach is centered on creating a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your deeply rooted concerns. I believe that everyone needs the time and comfort to unpack their experiences and feelings at their own pace. My goal is to empower you to uncover and harness your strengths, helping you navigate life's challenges with resilience and self-awareness.

We all have things we need to say that no one in our lives can hear. I'm a psychoanalyst. I listen to those things. I've worked successfully with anxiety, depression, low self-confidence and low self-esteem, habitual substance use, maintaining sobriety, physical, emotional, and sexual trauma, anger management problems, grief, relationship issues, family dynamics, creative blocks, shyness, post-traumatic stress, midlife crises, career shifts, questions of gender and sexual identity, and more.

If you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, or navigating a career transition, you are not alone. Many people find themselves feeling isolated, unfulfilled, or overwhelmed by life's uncertainties. You may be seeking a safe space to explore these feelings, understand your experiences, and develop strategies to achieve your personal and professional goals. As someone who understands the complexities of balancing cultural expectations and personal aspirations, I am here to support you.

Searching for a therapist can feel discouraging at times and raise endless questions. What exactly am I looking for? Will I feel understood? Would I even benefit from therapy? I believe that once you find the right fit, the transformative nature of the therapy relationship can help you find your voice and a true sense of direction. I approach therapy from a place of humor, curiosity and an honest desire to help you uncover those places where you feel most stuck in order to build the life that you want.

The events of your life, whether pleasing or not, hold insight into who you are and, more importantly, who you want to be. I see the emotions and thoughts attached to these events as tools to be intensified or diminished as you see fit.

As a Mental Health Counselor, I believe in supporting and empowering clients to focus on their many strengths and become the best version of themselves. My goal as a counselor is to cultivate a warm and safe environment that offers a space for growth and positive change. I utilize an integrative approach, using various techniques that encourage clients to discuss the many emotions and challenges they face in life. I believe in meeting the client where they're at and giving you the space to do the work and reach your personal goals.

Change can be intimidating. We develop methods of coping that, at one time, perhaps helped to survive, but now prevent us from ultimately thriving. This can manifest in our relationship patterns and our mood, causing disruption in work, love, family, friendships and a healthy identity. My approach to therapy is rooted in helping clients develop a deeper understanding of these patterns and effecting change and empowerment through insight, support, and challenging maladaptive beliefs.

Hello, my name is Marlisha. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal/Intercultural Communication and Black Studies from SUNY New Paltz. I have a Master in Social Work from SUNY Albany. I have 13 years of social work experience working primarily with adults and elderly population. I also have experience working with children and family. I am passionate about working with and learning about diverse cultures. I am also proficient in Creole French, Sak pase. Sak pase is hi, what's up, a greeting. Like Spanish como estas.

If you're trying to make it all work, while dealing with difficult emotions, uncertainty and lack of support, you're not alone. I specialize in helping young adults with anxiety, depression and past trauma. Your emotional and mental health are fundamental to the rest of your wellbeing. My aim is to help you gain the tools and awareness to heal from the past, manage stress, and move forward feeling confident and connected. It's important to have supports in place you can build a strong foundation for your future and live a life aligned with your values and goals.

As a therapist, I aim to create a safe emotional space where you will feel increasingly comfortable expressing your feelings and thoughts. I imagine therapy as a journey, a process of transformation from a place of suffering to a place of healing and see my role as that of a fellow traveler and a guide who listens to your experience and helps you create your own story. Being able to find words to match your experience and have someone witness that moment is a deeply freeing process, that leads to symptom relief, greater self-awareness and a more meaningful life.

It is a basic human need to be listened to and understood; we are dependent on responsive others throughout life. It helps define and consolidate our sense of self; have confidence in what we think and feel, and so choices and decisions become easier. But when ones unique strivings are criticized or ignored, we go into hiding. We become what is expected to maintain approval and love, often at the cost of self. This accommodation results in emptiness, resentment, depression, indecisiveness, guilt and myriad ways of coping; drugs, drinking, eating, not eating, over-spending, over-working. Therapy can help.