Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Nyack, NY
Well hello there. I prefer to use the treatment best suited for the client and issue at hand, with the client's input as well. We need to tailor our treatment to the individual, not the individual to treatment. I have completed my comprehensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, as well as advanced training in DBT skills implementation. I utilize an integrated approach of DBT, CBT, and Internal Family systems to assist and support clients through the challenges they are currently. I believe that together we can address and change the issues holding you back from achieving your peace, and move towards celebrating life.
Well hello there. I prefer to use the treatment best suited for the client and issue at hand, with the client's input as well. We need to tailor our treatment to the individual, not the individual to treatment. I have completed my comprehensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, as well as advanced training in DBT skills implementation. I utilize an integrated approach of DBT, CBT, and Internal Family systems to assist and support clients through the challenges they are currently. I believe that together we can address and change the issues holding you back from achieving your peace, and move towards celebrating life.
My training includes body-based (Sensorimotor Psychotherapy), attachment focused (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) and cognitively focused (trauma focused CBT) orientations, as well as work with parts (Internal Family Systems).
Would you like to feel more alive, and more at home inside yourself? Are you struggling with relationship patterns connected with your past that no longer serve you, but are difficult to change? Would you like to learn ways to understand yourself more deeply, and to develop greater self-compassion? Therapy is a collaborative and creative process where we will explore together what is happening in your life. Through discovering "where it hurts," and finding ways to release old pain and embrace your life in the present, we will travel to new places and reveal new possibilities together.
My training includes body-based (Sensorimotor Psychotherapy), attachment focused (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) and cognitively focused (trauma focused CBT) orientations, as well as work with parts (Internal Family Systems).
Would you like to feel more alive, and more at home inside yourself? Are you struggling with relationship patterns connected with your past that no longer serve you, but are difficult to change? Would you like to learn ways to understand yourself more deeply, and to develop greater self-compassion? Therapy is a collaborative and creative process where we will explore together what is happening in your life. Through discovering "where it hurts," and finding ways to release old pain and embrace your life in the present, we will travel to new places and reveal new possibilities together.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Internal Family Systems ( IFS) which are evidence based treatment modalities.
Clients typically come to me when they are feeling lost in their lives. They are often overwhelmed by thoughts that they are not where they “should” be and are having trouble making decisions which contributes to a cycle of comparing themselves to others and a low sense of self-worth. Clients often describe feeling burnt out from always putting others first which leads to feelings of emptiness and dissatisfaction.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Internal Family Systems ( IFS) which are evidence based treatment modalities.
Clients typically come to me when they are feeling lost in their lives. They are often overwhelmed by thoughts that they are not where they “should” be and are having trouble making decisions which contributes to a cycle of comparing themselves to others and a low sense of self-worth. Clients often describe feeling burnt out from always putting others first which leads to feelings of emptiness and dissatisfaction.
Naaz Hosseini
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LP
Verified Verified
Nyack, NY 10960 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a psychotherapist trained in gestalt and internal family systems, I offer a caring, holistic, and creative approach to our work together.
"I will support your journey into self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-empowerment. The destination is ease, wholeness, and choice.” Finding balance, peace, and fulfillment can be a challenge. Our work together will strengthen and support you from the inside by helping you identify and overcome the fears and beliefs that stand in the way of your personal satisfaction and healthy relationships. I bring more than twenty-five years experience to our partnership as we work together to create an effective pathway for you to develop inner harmony and achieve your goals.
As a psychotherapist trained in gestalt and internal family systems, I offer a caring, holistic, and creative approach to our work together.
"I will support your journey into self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-empowerment. The destination is ease, wholeness, and choice.” Finding balance, peace, and fulfillment can be a challenge. Our work together will strengthen and support you from the inside by helping you identify and overcome the fears and beliefs that stand in the way of your personal satisfaction and healthy relationships. I bring more than twenty-five years experience to our partnership as we work together to create an effective pathway for you to develop inner harmony and achieve your goals.
I am an Internal Family Systems ( IFS), EMDR, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy trained clinician, with over 15 years of experience.
Whether you are looking to ease a transition, relieve suffering, find joy and connection in your relationships, or to improve satisfaction in the day to day, therapy can help you to cultivate and sustain the change you are seeking.
I am an Internal Family Systems ( IFS), EMDR, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy trained clinician, with over 15 years of experience.
Whether you are looking to ease a transition, relieve suffering, find joy and connection in your relationships, or to improve satisfaction in the day to day, therapy can help you to cultivate and sustain the change you are seeking.
I’ve been trained in psychodynamic, family systems and cognitive behviaoral therapies and call upon all of these modalities depending on the needs of the client.
Being human is a wondrous and challenging endeavor. Most of us walk around each day feeling inadequate, lost, anxious or depressed. And yet something inside us yearns for more. It takes tremendous courage to slow down and listen to this voice. To turn towards the painful feelings and try to understand them. I believe that with the right support, the hard stuff is actually the gateway to a life that is more purposeful, meaningful, integrated and peace-filled. In my office I create a warm and engaging space for clients to build self-awareness, heal old wounds and reflect on patterns that may not be helping them.
I’ve been trained in psychodynamic, family systems and cognitive behviaoral therapies and call upon all of these modalities depending on the needs of the client.
Being human is a wondrous and challenging endeavor. Most of us walk around each day feeling inadequate, lost, anxious or depressed. And yet something inside us yearns for more. It takes tremendous courage to slow down and listen to this voice. To turn towards the painful feelings and try to understand them. I believe that with the right support, the hard stuff is actually the gateway to a life that is more purposeful, meaningful, integrated and peace-filled. In my office I create a warm and engaging space for clients to build self-awareness, heal old wounds and reflect on patterns that may not be helping them.
Integrating various therapeutic modalities like Internal Family Systems ( IFS), Somatic Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, CBT, and others allows me to personalize treatment to your unique needs.
As your therapist, I will provide a warm, inviting, and empathic space where you can explore every aspect of yourself. I will encourage you to come from a place of curiosity rather than judgment when reflecting on your experiences. I have experience supporting adults and teens coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal conflict, gender identity exploration or navigating the complexities of life.
Integrating various therapeutic modalities like Internal Family Systems ( IFS), Somatic Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, CBT, and others allows me to personalize treatment to your unique needs.
As your therapist, I will provide a warm, inviting, and empathic space where you can explore every aspect of yourself. I will encourage you to come from a place of curiosity rather than judgment when reflecting on your experiences. I have experience supporting adults and teens coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal conflict, gender identity exploration or navigating the complexities of life.
Dr. Aminda Heckman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Nyack, NY 10960
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with infertility? Trying to adopt? Don't know how to talk to your teenager? There are a lot of excellent therapists out there, and finding the right fit is crucial. Many of my clients are often the experts in their own life but just need someone to show them where to find answers. While I have extensive experience working with clients with a wide spectrum of mental health and life adjustment issues (including depression, anxiety, and trauma), I also specialize in infertility issues, post-partum mental health, adoption home studies, and attachment challenges.
Are you struggling with infertility? Trying to adopt? Don't know how to talk to your teenager? There are a lot of excellent therapists out there, and finding the right fit is crucial. Many of my clients are often the experts in their own life but just need someone to show them where to find answers. While I have extensive experience working with clients with a wide spectrum of mental health and life adjustment issues (including depression, anxiety, and trauma), I also specialize in infertility issues, post-partum mental health, adoption home studies, and attachment challenges.
Elizabeth Bretz LCSW, P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Nyack, NY 10960
I specialize in treating perinatal mental health disorders including postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, as well as pregnancy loss. I also treat students entering or in college (if away at college must be in NY or NJ). I welcome all parents (new. experienced, hopeful) to my office. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, with a healthy dose of humor thrown in. I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where we can work together, at your pace, to identify your goals and areas where you would like to see change. Give me a call to see how I can help!
I specialize in treating perinatal mental health disorders including postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, as well as pregnancy loss. I also treat students entering or in college (if away at college must be in NY or NJ). I welcome all parents (new. experienced, hopeful) to my office. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, with a healthy dose of humor thrown in. I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where we can work together, at your pace, to identify your goals and areas where you would like to see change. Give me a call to see how I can help!
My therapeutic treatment is an individual personalized plan (IPP) that starts by assessing client’s expectations and goals and progresses into a tailor-made treatment. "Starting with The End in Mind", states Covey, S., clients bring to therapy their own narratives to which expect solutions. As we unfold, several plots emerge. With the ultimate client's goal in mind, our sessions take a ride in the client’s journey thru past, present and future. Whereas seizing the present is the key, looking ahead and glancing back at the past gives it a re-significance as the past does live in our present and is strong enough to shape our future.
My therapeutic treatment is an individual personalized plan (IPP) that starts by assessing client’s expectations and goals and progresses into a tailor-made treatment. "Starting with The End in Mind", states Covey, S., clients bring to therapy their own narratives to which expect solutions. As we unfold, several plots emerge. With the ultimate client's goal in mind, our sessions take a ride in the client’s journey thru past, present and future. Whereas seizing the present is the key, looking ahead and glancing back at the past gives it a re-significance as the past does live in our present and is strong enough to shape our future.
I work with individuals, adolescents and adults, who want or need to find their own path to inner peace and harmony without the use of alcohol or drugs, or the use of rage or isolation, or the creation of chaos as a distraction; people who wrestle with the parts of themselves that keep getting in their way. I also work with families who are confused how best to help a loved one who is abusing alcohol and other drugs.
I work with individuals, adolescents and adults, who want or need to find their own path to inner peace and harmony without the use of alcohol or drugs, or the use of rage or isolation, or the creation of chaos as a distraction; people who wrestle with the parts of themselves that keep getting in their way. I also work with families who are confused how best to help a loved one who is abusing alcohol and other drugs.
You’re a modern couple, building a career and a relationship. You notice the effort taking its toll. You’re ready to learn how to protect your spark, so that your love continues to thrive. Perhaps, it’s been too long since you experienced passion and fun with your partner, or you're going through a relationship crisis. You remember when things were different, and you long to be close again. Relationship troubles can de-stabilize everything in our lives; yet, there is hope! Through couple therapy, you will be able to increase your understanding of one another, and solve problems, together.
You’re a modern couple, building a career and a relationship. You notice the effort taking its toll. You’re ready to learn how to protect your spark, so that your love continues to thrive. Perhaps, it’s been too long since you experienced passion and fun with your partner, or you're going through a relationship crisis. You remember when things were different, and you long to be close again. Relationship troubles can de-stabilize everything in our lives; yet, there is hope! Through couple therapy, you will be able to increase your understanding of one another, and solve problems, together.
Gillian Elizabeth Sinclair
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nyack, NY 10960
Specializing with young adults and adults navigate the path toward becoming a healthy individual has been my clinical passion for the past 15 +years. Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, I have extensive training in mindfulness/depth psychology, hypnosis, writing as a way of healing through journaling, slam poetry and collage. I see opportunity for transformation in creativity and believe that crisis can often facilitate greater life meaning. Helping seeking individuals discover their true sense of self through dialogue and attunement is key to my work as a psychotherapist utilizing compassionate inquiry and mindfulness practice.
Specializing with young adults and adults navigate the path toward becoming a healthy individual has been my clinical passion for the past 15 +years. Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, I have extensive training in mindfulness/depth psychology, hypnosis, writing as a way of healing through journaling, slam poetry and collage. I see opportunity for transformation in creativity and believe that crisis can often facilitate greater life meaning. Helping seeking individuals discover their true sense of self through dialogue and attunement is key to my work as a psychotherapist utilizing compassionate inquiry and mindfulness practice.
Life can be stressful offering various turns and detours that were quite unexpected. We can never underestimate the impact emotions have on our lives. My name is Teresa Longo and I am a LMHC with over 20 years of experience helping individuals navigate their life journey. I seek to offer a comfortable, safe place where you can heal while gaining more insight into the road behind and the one ahead. “To get through the hardest journey we need only to take one step at a time, but we must keep on stepping.” – Chinese Proverb
Life can be stressful offering various turns and detours that were quite unexpected. We can never underestimate the impact emotions have on our lives. My name is Teresa Longo and I am a LMHC with over 20 years of experience helping individuals navigate their life journey. I seek to offer a comfortable, safe place where you can heal while gaining more insight into the road behind and the one ahead. “To get through the hardest journey we need only to take one step at a time, but we must keep on stepping.” – Chinese Proverb
At the heart of my practice lies the intersection of science and art, imbued with humor, care, and creativity. Perhaps you find yourself carrying a heavy weight on your shoulder or navigating your days with a tightness in your chest and lack of energy. It’s possible you’ve been prioritizing others’ needs and neglecting your own, or realizing you don’t recognize the script guiding your life. You might be carrying the burden of guilt and shame or finding that your relationships are not what you want them to be.
At the heart of my practice lies the intersection of science and art, imbued with humor, care, and creativity. Perhaps you find yourself carrying a heavy weight on your shoulder or navigating your days with a tightness in your chest and lack of energy. It’s possible you’ve been prioritizing others’ needs and neglecting your own, or realizing you don’t recognize the script guiding your life. You might be carrying the burden of guilt and shame or finding that your relationships are not what you want them to be.
Stress, anxiety and depression can surface as reactive anger, sadness, as isolating from others, and just feel exhausting. I work with adults (many men) to remove obstacles, find emotional clarity and meaning, and open the door to lasting change. I believe therapy to be a partnership where we build trust, become curious and collaborate on how best to remove blocks and old patterns, and acquire tools along the way toward a more fulfilled life. I seek to empower adults who struggle with trauma/PTSD, grief, at-risk behaviors, self-esteem, relationship and attachment difficulties, the codependency-narcissism bond, and life transitions.
Stress, anxiety and depression can surface as reactive anger, sadness, as isolating from others, and just feel exhausting. I work with adults (many men) to remove obstacles, find emotional clarity and meaning, and open the door to lasting change. I believe therapy to be a partnership where we build trust, become curious and collaborate on how best to remove blocks and old patterns, and acquire tools along the way toward a more fulfilled life. I seek to empower adults who struggle with trauma/PTSD, grief, at-risk behaviors, self-esteem, relationship and attachment difficulties, the codependency-narcissism bond, and life transitions.
James Drooz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
Nyack, NY 10960 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a white, queer, trans nonbinary therapist. I bring both lived experience & extensive learnings/unlearnings to my work with folks in the LGBTQIA2S+ community, who are neurodivergent, navigating complex trauma, spoonies, as well as people who work in healing professions. I endeavor to provide an affirming therapeutic space where experiences can be processed, meaningful connection with self & others nurtured, & life stressors, emotions & identities explored. My practice is relational, culturally responsive, attuned and rooted in harm-reduction, trauma-informed, justice & collective liberation-oriented values.
Welcome! I am a white, queer, trans nonbinary therapist. I bring both lived experience & extensive learnings/unlearnings to my work with folks in the LGBTQIA2S+ community, who are neurodivergent, navigating complex trauma, spoonies, as well as people who work in healing professions. I endeavor to provide an affirming therapeutic space where experiences can be processed, meaningful connection with self & others nurtured, & life stressors, emotions & identities explored. My practice is relational, culturally responsive, attuned and rooted in harm-reduction, trauma-informed, justice & collective liberation-oriented values.
Seeking help when you are no longer able to manage problems or cope with distress requires courage and self-awareness. Choosing a therapist who supports your growth and healing is an essential part of the process. Your story, circumstances and needs are unique, and I believe that therapy should be tailored to fit. My approach is strengths based and trauma sensitive. I specialize in supporting clients through grief and loss, processing traumatic events, navigating life transitions and managing anxiety. I have specific training in EMDR and perinatal & postpartum depression, anxiety and mood disorders.
Seeking help when you are no longer able to manage problems or cope with distress requires courage and self-awareness. Choosing a therapist who supports your growth and healing is an essential part of the process. Your story, circumstances and needs are unique, and I believe that therapy should be tailored to fit. My approach is strengths based and trauma sensitive. I specialize in supporting clients through grief and loss, processing traumatic events, navigating life transitions and managing anxiety. I have specific training in EMDR and perinatal & postpartum depression, anxiety and mood disorders.
Colleen Gallagher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBSR, EMDR
Verified Verified
Nyack, NY 10960
I offer a safe, warm, professional and positive environment for individuals, couples and family members who are looking to understand and heal from the challenges and emotional difficulties they face. Our process is to help you find freedom from troubling thoughts, events, emotions, and to have close connected relationships, mindful communications and a healthy mind and body. People say I help them reduce self-judgement and feel more confident, even lighter. Clients often say that they appreciate my down-to earth nature, calm accepting way and humor, hope.
I offer a safe, warm, professional and positive environment for individuals, couples and family members who are looking to understand and heal from the challenges and emotional difficulties they face. Our process is to help you find freedom from troubling thoughts, events, emotions, and to have close connected relationships, mindful communications and a healthy mind and body. People say I help them reduce self-judgement and feel more confident, even lighter. Clients often say that they appreciate my down-to earth nature, calm accepting way and humor, hope.
As your therapist, I believe in cultivating a therapeutic relationship and collaboration. My goal is to create an environment that is inviting and safe as we partner to identify and/or address any concerns that you see impacting your life. We will work together to develop effective change and coping skills in areas of life whether it be relational, interpersonal, or professional. We will work together to address the presenting problems but also the root of the presenting problem in your life, your marriage, your family, and/or your child(ren). As your therapist I want to partner with you to heal and be the best version of yourself.
As your therapist, I believe in cultivating a therapeutic relationship and collaboration. My goal is to create an environment that is inviting and safe as we partner to identify and/or address any concerns that you see impacting your life. We will work together to develop effective change and coping skills in areas of life whether it be relational, interpersonal, or professional. We will work together to address the presenting problems but also the root of the presenting problem in your life, your marriage, your family, and/or your child(ren). As your therapist I want to partner with you to heal and be the best version of yourself.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists
What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.