Therapists for Teens in North Babylon, NY
My clinical background includes working with adolescents/adults at a psychiatric hospital in the outpatient substance abuse clinic: working with clients who struggle with chemical dependency along with mental health disorders.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to view my profile! The decision to enter into counseling is an important step on the road to wellness and self-discovery. As we move along our journey in life, we sometimes encounter bends in the road that impact us in difficult ways. At times it may be difficult to catch up with yourself, and when you finally do, it can seem overwhelming. Life can be full of concerns, struggles, and difficulties that cause anxiety, depression, peer and family/marital conflicts.
My clinical background includes working with adolescents/adults at a psychiatric hospital in the outpatient substance abuse clinic: working with clients who struggle with chemical dependency along with mental health disorders.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to view my profile! The decision to enter into counseling is an important step on the road to wellness and self-discovery. As we move along our journey in life, we sometimes encounter bends in the road that impact us in difficult ways. At times it may be difficult to catch up with yourself, and when you finally do, it can seem overwhelming. Life can be full of concerns, struggles, and difficulties that cause anxiety, depression, peer and family/marital conflicts.
Please note: as of September 2023 I am only able to accept new clients with daytime availability as my evening appointments are currently filled. Fred Rogers said, “Confronting our feelings and giving them appropriate expression always takes strength not weakness.” I believe that we all have complex feelings and sometimes we need help to express and manage our emotions. Through out my career I have held various roles supporting children, adolescents, and adults. In addition to providing therapy I am trained in career counseling and college planning.
Please note: as of September 2023 I am only able to accept new clients with daytime availability as my evening appointments are currently filled. Fred Rogers said, “Confronting our feelings and giving them appropriate expression always takes strength not weakness.” I believe that we all have complex feelings and sometimes we need help to express and manage our emotions. Through out my career I have held various roles supporting children, adolescents, and adults. In addition to providing therapy I am trained in career counseling and college planning.
Trudy Cook LCSW-R, CASAC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Babylon, NY 11703 (Online Only)
Today you have made the decision to overcome a problem that you are having in your life - bravo! So, how can I help you - by giving you the opportunity to share your story with me and together we will sort things out. I have experience working with all age groups so, if you are making a decision to change your life - give me a call and share your story - I'm ready to listen.
Today you have made the decision to overcome a problem that you are having in your life - bravo! So, how can I help you - by giving you the opportunity to share your story with me and together we will sort things out. I have experience working with all age groups so, if you are making a decision to change your life - give me a call and share your story - I'm ready to listen.
I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, young adults and those with special needs experiencing a wide variety of psychological, academic, behavioral and relational problems. I have worked with these populations for over 21 years. Each stage of life; childhood, adolescence and young adulthood, has its' own set of changes and challenges which can be difficult to navigate.
I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, young adults and those with special needs experiencing a wide variety of psychological, academic, behavioral and relational problems. I have worked with these populations for over 21 years. Each stage of life; childhood, adolescence and young adulthood, has its' own set of changes and challenges which can be difficult to navigate.
Gail Holler-Kennedy, LMHC. I believe the therapeutic relationship and comfort is of utmost importance. I have an easygoing personality and incorporate humor when appropriate. I utilize cognitive therapy, behavioral therapy and systemic theories. I also believe that education is important. This is a multimodal approach and is dependent on client's comfort and benefit.
Gail Holler-Kennedy, LMHC. I believe the therapeutic relationship and comfort is of utmost importance. I have an easygoing personality and incorporate humor when appropriate. I utilize cognitive therapy, behavioral therapy and systemic theories. I also believe that education is important. This is a multimodal approach and is dependent on client's comfort and benefit.
Alessandra Catherine Tufano
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, CASAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Babylon, NY 11703
I’ve worked with adolescents and adults, and have always had a passion for working with children.
I’m so glad you’re here! Reaching out for help can be a scary, overwhelming, and daunting task. It’s not easy to admit when you’re struggling, especially when you don’t understand what’s going on inside your own mind. If you’re beginning to take the steps to therapy, be proud and never underestimate your strength. I’d like to be here for you on this new journey in your life, to figure out the ups and downs, and help you progress the way you’re looking for.
I’ve worked with adolescents and adults, and have always had a passion for working with children.
I’m so glad you’re here! Reaching out for help can be a scary, overwhelming, and daunting task. It’s not easy to admit when you’re struggling, especially when you don’t understand what’s going on inside your own mind. If you’re beginning to take the steps to therapy, be proud and never underestimate your strength. I’d like to be here for you on this new journey in your life, to figure out the ups and downs, and help you progress the way you’re looking for.
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults going through various life struggles.
Life is a journey of self discovery. It can sometimes surprise us, throw us a bit of a curveball, and leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and lost. These feelings can cause depression, anxiety, or both. If this resonates with you, I can help. I strongly believe that therapy and the therapeutic relationship between a client and their therapist can lead the way to the progress and change that you are looking for.
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults going through various life struggles.
Life is a journey of self discovery. It can sometimes surprise us, throw us a bit of a curveball, and leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and lost. These feelings can cause depression, anxiety, or both. If this resonates with you, I can help. I strongly believe that therapy and the therapeutic relationship between a client and their therapist can lead the way to the progress and change that you are looking for.
Are you looking for a supportive and confidential place to explore difficult emotions, develop problem solving strategies and coping skills to manage the stressors in your life? You’ll be able to speak with an experienced counselor who can listen with empathy and provide an objective point of view. I am interactive and engaging, believing you are the expert of your life with your own unique strengths, values, and resources to effectively cope and grow. My style is warm and compassionate, offering non-judgmental feedback which fosters insight.
Are you looking for a supportive and confidential place to explore difficult emotions, develop problem solving strategies and coping skills to manage the stressors in your life? You’ll be able to speak with an experienced counselor who can listen with empathy and provide an objective point of view. I am interactive and engaging, believing you are the expert of your life with your own unique strengths, values, and resources to effectively cope and grow. My style is warm and compassionate, offering non-judgmental feedback which fosters insight.
Ashley Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Babylon, NY 11703 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! You may have found my profile because you identify as BIPOC, &/or are an adolescent or young adult, experiencing general mental health issues, stress, troubled relationships, life transitions, issues navigating college, & work-life balance issues. Or more uniquely, you may be an athlete (youth, collegiate) who wants to address their mental health to increase peak performance & other stressors caused by the demands of your identified sport. Either way, you’re looking to explore a path of healing. You desire to address challenges that have caused you to feel stuck, unmotivated, or overwhelmed. You’ve come to the right place!
Welcome! You may have found my profile because you identify as BIPOC, &/or are an adolescent or young adult, experiencing general mental health issues, stress, troubled relationships, life transitions, issues navigating college, & work-life balance issues. Or more uniquely, you may be an athlete (youth, collegiate) who wants to address their mental health to increase peak performance & other stressors caused by the demands of your identified sport. Either way, you’re looking to explore a path of healing. You desire to address challenges that have caused you to feel stuck, unmotivated, or overwhelmed. You’ve come to the right place!
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As a dedicated therapist specializing in adolescent mental health, I am deeply committed to supporting teenagers and young adults through the often roller-coaster journey of adolescence. My work is focused on addressing anxiety and depression among teens and young adults, providing them with a safe, nurturing, comfortable, and judgement free environment to explore their emotions, understand their experiences, and develop effective coping strategies.
As a dedicated therapist specializing in adolescent mental health, I am deeply committed to supporting teenagers and young adults through the often roller-coaster journey of adolescence. My work is focused on addressing anxiety and depression among teens and young adults, providing them with a safe, nurturing, comfortable, and judgement free environment to explore their emotions, understand their experiences, and develop effective coping strategies.
Maybe you have a child who has many worries or is prone to negative thinking? Maybe your child is feeling overwhelmed with emotion not knowing how to control the rage? Or maybe your teen is having difficulty connecting socially with others and forming meaningful relationships? Having a child with social and emotional challenges can be distressing for family members. Therapy can help build skills of resiliency and improve emotional awareness. I am passionate about working with children, teens, and families with anxiety, depression, ASD, and ADHD.
Maybe you have a child who has many worries or is prone to negative thinking? Maybe your child is feeling overwhelmed with emotion not knowing how to control the rage? Or maybe your teen is having difficulty connecting socially with others and forming meaningful relationships? Having a child with social and emotional challenges can be distressing for family members. Therapy can help build skills of resiliency and improve emotional awareness. I am passionate about working with children, teens, and families with anxiety, depression, ASD, and ADHD.
Gregory M Singer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, SBL, SDL
Verified Verified
West Islip, NY 11795
Specialties Borderline Personality Anxiety Depression Issues ADHD Addiction Alcohol Use Anger Management Behavioral Issues Career Counseling Child or Adolescent Chronic Impulsivity Codependency Coping Skills Developmental Disorders Divorce Domestic Abuse Domestic Violence Drug Abuse Dual Diagnosis Eating Disorders Emotional Disturbance Family Conflict Grief .
The only way to change is to define who you are and then change your habits to align with who your new self is. It's as simple as that, but the problem that arises the most with the clients who come into my office is; who is this new person I want to be. This can be difficult, because many times there are many underlying factors that prevent us, or that we perceive prevent us from taking the steps we need to move forward. It is my job is to help you realize what great potential you have inside you already. With that said let's work together to pick apart the old ideas you have of yourself, and create a new pathway forward.
Specialties Borderline Personality Anxiety Depression Issues ADHD Addiction Alcohol Use Anger Management Behavioral Issues Career Counseling Child or Adolescent Chronic Impulsivity Codependency Coping Skills Developmental Disorders Divorce Domestic Abuse Domestic Violence Drug Abuse Dual Diagnosis Eating Disorders Emotional Disturbance Family Conflict Grief .
The only way to change is to define who you are and then change your habits to align with who your new self is. It's as simple as that, but the problem that arises the most with the clients who come into my office is; who is this new person I want to be. This can be difficult, because many times there are many underlying factors that prevent us, or that we perceive prevent us from taking the steps we need to move forward. It is my job is to help you realize what great potential you have inside you already. With that said let's work together to pick apart the old ideas you have of yourself, and create a new pathway forward.
Erica Zisman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Deer Park, NY 11729 (Online Only)
Does your chest feel heavy? Or maybe you feel foggy and unclear. Life ebbs and flows and sometimes having extra support is exactly what you may need especially when dealing with overwhelm, anxiety or a life transition. As a therapist, I work to empower my clients to decrease anxiety, increase self-esteem, and ultimately help you to find more clarity and fulfillment. Whether you are looking for therapy for yourself or for your child/ teen, we can get to the root of the issue. Together we can learn and practice coping skills to begin to feel more regulated, uncover and replace old patterns, and learn to process big emotions.
Does your chest feel heavy? Or maybe you feel foggy and unclear. Life ebbs and flows and sometimes having extra support is exactly what you may need especially when dealing with overwhelm, anxiety or a life transition. As a therapist, I work to empower my clients to decrease anxiety, increase self-esteem, and ultimately help you to find more clarity and fulfillment. Whether you are looking for therapy for yourself or for your child/ teen, we can get to the root of the issue. Together we can learn and practice coping skills to begin to feel more regulated, uncover and replace old patterns, and learn to process big emotions.
Christina’s Couch Counseling Center
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bay Shore, NY 11706
Are you looking for a compassionate and knowledgeable therapist for you or your child/ teen? Have you found it difficult to find someone who can help? Our therapists are trained in the latest and most effective techniques to help manage anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, mood disorders, addiction and more.
Are you looking for a compassionate and knowledgeable therapist for you or your child/ teen? Have you found it difficult to find someone who can help? Our therapists are trained in the latest and most effective techniques to help manage anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, mood disorders, addiction and more.
Village Therapy Wellness
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Babylon, NY 11702
I provide a safe and accepting space that will support any child, teen or adult in making lifestyle changes, supporting growth/development in one's self-exploration, and building communication skills that enhance emotional expression.
Melissa Smith- LMSW/CASAC “Success is not final, failure is not fatal. It is the courage to continue that counts.” Our life paths have the ability to change frequently in response to the good, the bad, and all that comes in between. It is how we manage that allows us to feel like we are on the most comfortable life paths for ourselves. The courage to explore thoughts, make changes in expectations, grasp opportunity and communicate emotions allow you to create a life path unique to your needs.
I provide a safe and accepting space that will support any child, teen or adult in making lifestyle changes, supporting growth/development in one's self-exploration, and building communication skills that enhance emotional expression.
Melissa Smith- LMSW/CASAC “Success is not final, failure is not fatal. It is the courage to continue that counts.” Our life paths have the ability to change frequently in response to the good, the bad, and all that comes in between. It is how we manage that allows us to feel like we are on the most comfortable life paths for ourselves. The courage to explore thoughts, make changes in expectations, grasp opportunity and communicate emotions allow you to create a life path unique to your needs.
Kimberly Larsen-Krugman Doctoral Candidate Clinical Psychology
Counselor, MS, MA, LMHC, CASAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Babylon, NY 11702
“Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle.” (CDL) With empathy, support, insight, and guidance, we will begin your healing journey and explore how you are much stronger than you realize. I specialize in women's issues, adolescent concerns, single-parent/divorce issues, life transitions, and anxiety disorders. Psychotherapy is often the most effective mode of treatment. By exploring your journey, we can process, accept, and shed unhealthy thoughts and patterns, repair interpersonal ruptures, and learn to embrace your newfound qualities.
“Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle.” (CDL) With empathy, support, insight, and guidance, we will begin your healing journey and explore how you are much stronger than you realize. I specialize in women's issues, adolescent concerns, single-parent/divorce issues, life transitions, and anxiety disorders. Psychotherapy is often the most effective mode of treatment. By exploring your journey, we can process, accept, and shed unhealthy thoughts and patterns, repair interpersonal ruptures, and learn to embrace your newfound qualities.
Are you grappling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Navigating these emotional challenges can feel overwhelming, whether you're a teenager seeking your path, a young adult building your future, or a parent concerned about your child. My practice is committed to supporting individuals and families at various life stages to manage these difficulties and enhance their overall quality of life. By focusing on individualized strategies, I aid clients in developing coping skills that are effective for current challenges and beneficial for long-term well-being.
Are you grappling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Navigating these emotional challenges can feel overwhelming, whether you're a teenager seeking your path, a young adult building your future, or a parent concerned about your child. My practice is committed to supporting individuals and families at various life stages to manage these difficulties and enhance their overall quality of life. By focusing on individualized strategies, I aid clients in developing coping skills that are effective for current challenges and beneficial for long-term well-being.
"Being a teenager is as difficult as living with one.
Have you been wondering if your teenager's behavior is normal? Do they tend to be overly emotional, irritable, depressed, or anxious? Are they an overachiever who panics when overloaded with schoolwork? Do you feel lost in trying to provide support to them or angry because the support you provide isn't enough? Parenting teens can be an overwhelming and frustrating process. If you are on this site you have made the first step in getting the help you seek.
"Being a teenager is as difficult as living with one.
Have you been wondering if your teenager's behavior is normal? Do they tend to be overly emotional, irritable, depressed, or anxious? Are they an overachiever who panics when overloaded with schoolwork? Do you feel lost in trying to provide support to them or angry because the support you provide isn't enough? Parenting teens can be an overwhelming and frustrating process. If you are on this site you have made the first step in getting the help you seek.
Throughout my years of clinical experience, I have worked with child, adolescent, and adult populations. I have worked in school, hospital and private practice settings which has led to an expertise in crisis intervention, learning/emotional disorders, risk assessment, interpersonal difficulties, depression, anxiety, and other pertinent issues of adolescence and adulthood. I utilize my training in DBT and CBT to teach essential skills to the client to help navigate difficult feelings, experiences, and relationships. Through this work together, one learns how to manage difficulties in a warm and nonjudgmental environment.
Throughout my years of clinical experience, I have worked with child, adolescent, and adult populations. I have worked in school, hospital and private practice settings which has led to an expertise in crisis intervention, learning/emotional disorders, risk assessment, interpersonal difficulties, depression, anxiety, and other pertinent issues of adolescence and adulthood. I utilize my training in DBT and CBT to teach essential skills to the client to help navigate difficult feelings, experiences, and relationships. Through this work together, one learns how to manage difficulties in a warm and nonjudgmental environment.
Adolescents often begin therapy against their will and I've been able to help many of them see the benefits of therapy.
Understanding yourself can sometimes be the most difficult thing to struggle with. It's as though we have a blindspot when it comes to self. It can be helpful to seek out a more objective view. I can offer support, validation, and insight in a relaxed, non-threatening atmosphere.
Adolescents often begin therapy against their will and I've been able to help many of them see the benefits of therapy.
Understanding yourself can sometimes be the most difficult thing to struggle with. It's as though we have a blindspot when it comes to self. It can be helpful to seek out a more objective view. I can offer support, validation, and insight in a relaxed, non-threatening atmosphere.
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.