Therapists in Oceanside, NY

I have significant experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I have worked as a school social worker and have worked in outpatient mental health settings as well. As a therapist, I have learned the importance of embracing individuality and providing all clients with the utmost respect. Each client is unique. I use a multifaceted approach to help clients cope with difficult transitions, combat behavioral issues, enhance self-esteem, develop coping skills, formulate and maintain relationships, and demonstrate age-appropriate social skills. Telehealth Services available!

If you feel dissatisfied, stressed, depressed, anxious, unfocused, stuck or unhappy with yourself in any area of your life, I will work with you. Understanding and the ability to relate to others are very important to me and help create a connection as I strive to listen and provide compassion and direction to those in need. It is also most important to have a framework in order to help people achieve their goals - I do. I use the necessary therapeutic interventions that are specifically tailored to those I see which has achieved a high success rate.

Life is both wonderful and challenging at times. The goal is to focus on the positive when we can and to draw on our inner resources to help cope and manage during stressful times.I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 20 years. I am a graduate of Stony Brook University and Hunter College School of Social Work. I have broad experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in managing stress, anxiety, depression, loss, bereavement and divorce issues.

Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or isolated ? Feelings of sadness, exhaustion are common for those who have experienced a loss, relationship challenges or the daily life stressors such as infertility, family/parenting issues, panic, stress, anger, or if you are seeking to make a transition in your life. You don’t have to experience emotional pain alone. I will provide you with a calm, safe place for us to work together to cope with and overcome challenges and make positive change. By identifying your personal goals, strengths and implementing coping strategies, I will help you gain the control back and move forward.

Does life feel overwhelming and not how you imagined it would be? Do you feel like you are a human "doing" instead of a human "being"? Do you feel anxious or depressed, hoping that happiness will come when people or circumstances change? Ultimately, you are the only person who has the ability to make the changes necessary to find inner peace and balance in your life. Let's work together to identify your personal strengths and use them to move you toward the life you want to live. You do not have to feel "stuck" forever.

In my work with you, I will guide you on a journey of self-reflection and self-discovery in a soothing and safe environment. In our time together we will explore various aspects of your past, present, and future. Through our understanding of this information we will work together in a way that will address your presenting concerns and trials. Applying both my training in psychodynamic theory and as a Mental Health Counselor we will help you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself. Together we can create new paths and strategies that will assist you in living a fulfilling and rewarding life.

I am a board certified clinical neuropsychologist. My specialty is clinical & forensic neuropsychological evaluation across the lifespan. Assessment involves an in-depth understanding of the effects of neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions on brain functioning. The goal is to see you, not the disorder, & to understand how the condition affects you, determine intervention & treatment needs, & enhance your quality of life. Please note, this is an assessment service. I am not providing therapy though I will make appropriate & targeted recommendations based on the findings so that targeted treatment occurs.

As a clinical neuropsychologist, it is my goal to understand the relationship between the brain and cognitive/behavioral functioning. I work with patients with a variety of neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders to help with diagnostic clarification based on the findings of a comprehensive evaluation. The evaluation incorporates information gathered from a clinical interview with the patient (and at times an accompanying family member), responses on emotional/behavioral questionnaires, and performance on standardized cognitive measures.

I am a Cognitive-Behaviorist with 10+ years experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of emotional and behavioral needs. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression and anger control problems in children, adolescents and adults. I am also highly experienced in working with inattentive, hyperactive, impulsive and/or oppositional children and adolescents. I also teach stress management interventions and do parent trainings. Finally, I have 10+ years experience doing cognitive, educational and personality assessment for all ages.

Hello; my name is Kindale and I'd appreciate the honor of being your therapist. As your Psychotherapist I intend to establish and develop our therapeutic relationship on three basic principles; fostering esteem, consistently encouraging your goals, and empowering you to sustain lasting achievement.

I am an experienced Psychotherapist who specializes in Depression, Child and Adolescent Issues and Addiction and Substance Abuse. I treat individuals, families and couples. I provide therapy in a safe and comfortable environment.

Worrying doesn't take away tomorrow's troubles, it takes away today's peace. If you've been struggling to manage stress or changes in mood or just feel you need a safe, comfortable place to talk about difficulties you are having then I can help you. I have over fifteen years of experience working in a clinical outpatient setting primarily using a cognitive-behavioral approach. I have worked with people diagnosed with all forms of mood disorders, in particular with post-partum onset, anxiety, trauma, and relational struggles.

Starting therapy can be scary! It takes a lot of courage to face the unknown and walk into a situation with the purpose of creating change. Offering a safe environment for you to tell your stories and feel your feelings is, for me, the most important aspect of the therapeutic relationship. As a therapist, you will find me to be warm, caring, and nonjudgmental. I will share with you my observations, help you gain insight into your problems, and give you new tools to cope. Sometimes, we'll laugh -- a sense of humor is very important in the healing process!

Thank you for your interest in my practice! I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker with many years of clinical experience. My goal is to provide a comfortable, trusting environment in which to meet the individual needs of my clients. I work with adults, children, & adolescents to help foster positive relationships and productive outcomes- supporting effective coping skills, healthy choices, and strategies to effectively manage emotions in order to help people move forward in their lives, no matter the challenges.

Life can be filled with challenging moments, situations and relationships. Such encounters can cause depression, anxiety and isolation. Life events may lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms that can evolve into self-destructive behaviors or relationships. I believe that healing and insight are stimulated by an interpersonal connection provided through a therapeutic alliance between the client and the therapist. I am trained in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, motivational interviewing, and multiple behavioral therapies. I have years of experience as a therapist working in a renowned outpatient substance abuse and mental health facility.

"You either walk inside your story and own it, or you stand outside your story and hustle for your worthiness," Brene Brown. Sometimes we cannot stop the world from crashing down on us. Life can be a difficult place. We can all use a little help sometimes.

In my practice, I integrate evidence-based approaches tailored to young children, teens, young adults and perinatal individuals. For children, teens and young adults, I utilize play therapy, art therapy, and other age-appropriate interventions that allow them to express themselves freely, build resilience and emotional well-being. For perinatal individuals, I offer a safe and supportive environment to explore the complex emotions that can arise during this transformative period, while also providing practical tools for managing stress, enhancing self-care, and fostering healthy relationships.

Nancy Amer-Lake is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the mental health and geriatric fields of practice. She has worked as a clinician and in supervisory roles in both mental health and medical model home care settings for over 30 years.

Therapy is an opportunity to know ourselves better. Through my work with clients, I tailor my approach to meet each client where they are. Through empathy and collaboration, I help empower my clients to find the answers they are searching for. Henry David Thoreau wrote, "What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters compared to what lives within us." It is my goal to help my clients find "what lives within" them to help them live a more fulfilling life.