Play Therapy in Plainview, NY
Randi Zimmerman @ Randi Z. Therapy Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainview, NY 11803
Children - play therapy, art therapy, parent guidance, family work, positive emotional, cognitive and behavioral treatment.
At The Time is Always Now Therapy Group, Randi Zimmerman, LCSW-R, CEDS-S and her team are ready for you! "What lies before you and what lies behind you are tiny matters compared to what lies within you." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. For those who wish to be the best they can be, to heal and strive and connect, therapy can help you achieve the highest quality of your life. Your unique strengths will be uncovered and cultivated to help you meet the challenges before you. You will be guided and nurtured to achieve and exceed your goals, to take the risks necessary to fulfill your dreams. The time to start is now!
Children - play therapy, art therapy, parent guidance, family work, positive emotional, cognitive and behavioral treatment.
At The Time is Always Now Therapy Group, Randi Zimmerman, LCSW-R, CEDS-S and her team are ready for you! "What lies before you and what lies behind you are tiny matters compared to what lies within you." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. For those who wish to be the best they can be, to heal and strive and connect, therapy can help you achieve the highest quality of your life. Your unique strengths will be uncovered and cultivated to help you meet the challenges before you. You will be guided and nurtured to achieve and exceed your goals, to take the risks necessary to fulfill your dreams. The time to start is now!
Throughout his clinical and school experience, Dr. Rust has gained extensive training in Child/Adolescent Psychology. He specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Rust often incorporates components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and principles of Behavior Analysis in his eclectic approach. He is exceptionally aware of the social, emotional and behavioral needs of a child and utilizes a “whole child” methodology.
Throughout his clinical and school experience, Dr. Rust has gained extensive training in Child/Adolescent Psychology. He specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Rust often incorporates components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and principles of Behavior Analysis in his eclectic approach. He is exceptionally aware of the social, emotional and behavioral needs of a child and utilizes a “whole child” methodology.
My approach is integrative, blending psychodynamic, holistic, cognitive-behavioral, play therapy and mindfulness techniques tailored to meet the needs of each client.
Are you feeling anxious, sad or overwhelmed? Do you need support in overcoming a significant obstacle in your personal or professional life or in making a major life decision? By providing a safe, caring and understanding therapeutic relationship, I will assist you in this journey. We will openly explore your difficulties, discuss techniques for coping with feelings, reach new resolutions, achieve solutions, establish and reach goals and improve your life and relationships with others. We'll work on developing positive coping skills for unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, so that you can live a joyful, healthy and peaceful life.
My approach is integrative, blending psychodynamic, holistic, cognitive-behavioral, play therapy and mindfulness techniques tailored to meet the needs of each client.
Are you feeling anxious, sad or overwhelmed? Do you need support in overcoming a significant obstacle in your personal or professional life or in making a major life decision? By providing a safe, caring and understanding therapeutic relationship, I will assist you in this journey. We will openly explore your difficulties, discuss techniques for coping with feelings, reach new resolutions, achieve solutions, establish and reach goals and improve your life and relationships with others. We'll work on developing positive coping skills for unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, so that you can live a joyful, healthy and peaceful life.
If you or someone you know may benefit from learning strategies to improve their daily function, please reach out for a free phone consultation.
If you or someone you know may benefit from learning strategies to improve their daily function, please reach out for a free phone consultation.
I am a caring and compassionate therapist who is committed to helping people make needed changes in their lives. Sometimes change is not possible and we need the tools to adapt to those situations that are beyond our control. I have supported many clients in the therapeutic relationship to learn about themselves and to focus and build on the strengths that each person has. I have extensive experience with adolescents and children and i have always worked very closely with parents so that we can all work towards the same goals.
I am a caring and compassionate therapist who is committed to helping people make needed changes in their lives. Sometimes change is not possible and we need the tools to adapt to those situations that are beyond our control. I have supported many clients in the therapeutic relationship to learn about themselves and to focus and build on the strengths that each person has. I have extensive experience with adolescents and children and i have always worked very closely with parents so that we can all work towards the same goals.
Do you feel stuck sometimes or feel lost with no one to turn to? Are you facing a significant life transition? Have you been trying to get yourself out of the same old patterns and it’s just not working? I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families on improving anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, communication struggles, self-care, and life changes. I will work with you to create coping skills and empower you to work towards increased happiness.
Do you feel stuck sometimes or feel lost with no one to turn to? Are you facing a significant life transition? Have you been trying to get yourself out of the same old patterns and it’s just not working? I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families on improving anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, communication struggles, self-care, and life changes. I will work with you to create coping skills and empower you to work towards increased happiness.
, I am offering virtual sessions!! I offer short term crisis intervention and long term therapy. Life’s challenges are difficult for anyone. I can help you manage them better! While I specialize in cognitive-behavioral therapy, I believe in using an approach that is needed based on each individual. I treat adolescents, adults and couples. I help individuals who suffer from anxiety/depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and family issues. Other life concerns are addressed. My focus is on improving life on a daily basis by making small changes. Anyone can be helped!!
, I am offering virtual sessions!! I offer short term crisis intervention and long term therapy. Life’s challenges are difficult for anyone. I can help you manage them better! While I specialize in cognitive-behavioral therapy, I believe in using an approach that is needed based on each individual. I treat adolescents, adults and couples. I help individuals who suffer from anxiety/depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and family issues. Other life concerns are addressed. My focus is on improving life on a daily basis by making small changes. Anyone can be helped!!
While earning my doctorate in child and school psychology at New York University, I had the opportunity to work in hospitals, schools and private practice providing psychotherapy and administering evaluations to children, adolescents and adults. While I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, I have a passion for working with adolescents/teenagers and young adults and guiding them to raise self-awareness, encourage self-esteem and self-love and ultimately make positive changes to become happier individuals.
While earning my doctorate in child and school psychology at New York University, I had the opportunity to work in hospitals, schools and private practice providing psychotherapy and administering evaluations to children, adolescents and adults. While I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, I have a passion for working with adolescents/teenagers and young adults and guiding them to raise self-awareness, encourage self-esteem and self-love and ultimately make positive changes to become happier individuals.
You want individualized therapy in a private, comfortable environment. You want only experienced therapists with specific background in working with your unique challenges and issues. You are looking for caring, focused, effective therapists who will develop strategies that will work for you.
You want individualized therapy in a private, comfortable environment. You want only experienced therapists with specific background in working with your unique challenges and issues. You are looking for caring, focused, effective therapists who will develop strategies that will work for you.
Put simply, I'd like to help you and/or your family member(s), feel less worried, less sad, and, in general, less distressed. With over 40 years of experience, I feel that I've been able to provide that to many hundreds of people with whom I've worked. Whether it's your child or teen who is suffering (I work with all manner of child and adolescent issues, including ADHD, academic underachievement, oppositional defiance, anxiety, depression and limitations in social skills) or whether it's you, your relationship or your family that is troubled, I have the experience to help resolve issues.
Put simply, I'd like to help you and/or your family member(s), feel less worried, less sad, and, in general, less distressed. With over 40 years of experience, I feel that I've been able to provide that to many hundreds of people with whom I've worked. Whether it's your child or teen who is suffering (I work with all manner of child and adolescent issues, including ADHD, academic underachievement, oppositional defiance, anxiety, depression and limitations in social skills) or whether it's you, your relationship or your family that is troubled, I have the experience to help resolve issues.
Samantha Barkoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Plainview, NY 11803 (Online Only)
I believe in listening attentively to all of my patients. I am aware of the uniqueness of every individual’s situation and offer genuine and specific advice that suit their wellbeing. I am experienced in providing both in office and in home social, emotional, behavioral, academic, cognitive, and familial based support. I see patients facing depression, anxiety, bullying, stress, emotional abuse, and a host of other concerns for which I deliver a sustainable therapeutic intervention via a customized treatment plan.
I believe in listening attentively to all of my patients. I am aware of the uniqueness of every individual’s situation and offer genuine and specific advice that suit their wellbeing. I am experienced in providing both in office and in home social, emotional, behavioral, academic, cognitive, and familial based support. I see patients facing depression, anxiety, bullying, stress, emotional abuse, and a host of other concerns for which I deliver a sustainable therapeutic intervention via a customized treatment plan.
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I have been a practicing social worker for many years. I have a great deal of experience working with adolescents and young adults, as well as families and couples. My specialties include issues with substances--use, abuse and dependence--and family problems. I practice solution based treatment and work within various modalities. Please feel free to give me a call with any questions you may have and we'll see what we can set up.
I have been a practicing social worker for many years. I have a great deal of experience working with adolescents and young adults, as well as families and couples. My specialties include issues with substances--use, abuse and dependence--and family problems. I practice solution based treatment and work within various modalities. Please feel free to give me a call with any questions you may have and we'll see what we can set up.
I have worked with children, adolescents and young adults experiencing depression, anxiety, behavioral difficulties, and oppositional defiance. I also specialize in addressing a variety of family issues such as parenting and family problems, infertility, physical health concerns and self-esteem/body image issues.
I have worked with children, adolescents and young adults experiencing depression, anxiety, behavioral difficulties, and oppositional defiance. I also specialize in addressing a variety of family issues such as parenting and family problems, infertility, physical health concerns and self-esteem/body image issues.
I consider it a great privilege to help my clients with their most personal struggles and it is with this mind-set that I seek to provide a safe and compassionate space to begin our work together. As a clinical social work therapist for 23 years, I have enjoyed helping many children, adolescents and adults cope with issues such as anxiety, OCD, depression, low self-esteem, and family discord. Working from a strength-based perspective, I utilize a range of treatment modalities including CBT, DBT and mindfulness to help my clients reach their goals.
I consider it a great privilege to help my clients with their most personal struggles and it is with this mind-set that I seek to provide a safe and compassionate space to begin our work together. As a clinical social work therapist for 23 years, I have enjoyed helping many children, adolescents and adults cope with issues such as anxiety, OCD, depression, low self-esteem, and family discord. Working from a strength-based perspective, I utilize a range of treatment modalities including CBT, DBT and mindfulness to help my clients reach their goals.
Kara B Scheinin-Holisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Plainview, NY 11803
My practice offers a broad spectrum of services which includes providing long/short term individual (children, adolescents, adults), marital and family psychotherapy. I collaborate with psychiatrists, neurologists, school officials and attorneys to coordinate care and ensure that each client receives the most effective and appropriate treatment. An initial mental health assessment and psychosocial history is completed with the client to determine how their needs will best be met. I am trained in several types of treatment modalities.
My practice offers a broad spectrum of services which includes providing long/short term individual (children, adolescents, adults), marital and family psychotherapy. I collaborate with psychiatrists, neurologists, school officials and attorneys to coordinate care and ensure that each client receives the most effective and appropriate treatment. An initial mental health assessment and psychosocial history is completed with the client to determine how their needs will best be met. I am trained in several types of treatment modalities.
Kimberly Meere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainview, NY 11803
Life can be easier! Learn specific tools in each session to reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and simply work through life's challenges. Over the last 10 years I have guided many individuals, families, couples, and groups to a new state of understanding and personal growth in their lives. I specialize in helping adults and children struggling with issues related to anxiety, panic attacks, depression, school refusal, divorce, and PTSD.. My style of counseling fosters personal growth and family cohesion in a warm, friendly, and safe environment.
Life can be easier! Learn specific tools in each session to reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and simply work through life's challenges. Over the last 10 years I have guided many individuals, families, couples, and groups to a new state of understanding and personal growth in their lives. I specialize in helping adults and children struggling with issues related to anxiety, panic attacks, depression, school refusal, divorce, and PTSD.. My style of counseling fosters personal growth and family cohesion in a warm, friendly, and safe environment.
Pablo Idez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CCTP, CMC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Plainview, NY 11803 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with Anxiety and Panic Disorder as it relates to relationships, career and performance concerns. I also work with many couples, offering marital, pre-marital and, separation counseling. My approach is eclectic and patient-centered, drawing from scientific/ evidence-based treatments such as CBT, ACT, Trauma-informed. Above all, my services are compassionate and inspired at times by mindfulness and other eastern approaches. Therapy is offered conveniently over telehealth on Long Island ( Nassau & Suffolk County) to those in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx and Staten Island.
I specialize in working with Anxiety and Panic Disorder as it relates to relationships, career and performance concerns. I also work with many couples, offering marital, pre-marital and, separation counseling. My approach is eclectic and patient-centered, drawing from scientific/ evidence-based treatments such as CBT, ACT, Trauma-informed. Above all, my services are compassionate and inspired at times by mindfulness and other eastern approaches. Therapy is offered conveniently over telehealth on Long Island ( Nassau & Suffolk County) to those in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx and Staten Island.
Long Island Psychotherapy & Counseling P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LMHC, CASAC, CMC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainview, NY 11803 (Online Only)
Now accepting Blue Cross, Aetna, Northwell, United, Oxford & Oscar. We understand how debilitating anxiety, panic attacks, and depression can be. We prioritize creating a welcoming and safe environment where individuals can share their struggles and receive treatment and support from highly trained therapists. At Long Island Psychotherapy & Counseling, we utilize evidence-based techniques to treat symptoms such as racing thoughts, obsessive behavior, and feelings of hopelessness. Our team's expertise have helped thousands of clients gain control over their lives again. Join us today to begin your journey towards healing.
Now accepting Blue Cross, Aetna, Northwell, United, Oxford & Oscar. We understand how debilitating anxiety, panic attacks, and depression can be. We prioritize creating a welcoming and safe environment where individuals can share their struggles and receive treatment and support from highly trained therapists. At Long Island Psychotherapy & Counseling, we utilize evidence-based techniques to treat symptoms such as racing thoughts, obsessive behavior, and feelings of hopelessness. Our team's expertise have helped thousands of clients gain control over their lives again. Join us today to begin your journey towards healing.
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.
I like to approach therapy with compassion, a sense of humor, and without judgment. I take an interactive approach in helping you with your current stressors. I utilize strength-focused and evidence based techniques to allow each client to regain control and peace in their life. My goal is to help you restore balance and feel like your best self again. Therapy is an opportunity to make a change in your thoughts and behaviors, improve relationships, manage life stressors, get support, and overcome obstacles by exploring these parts of your life, we will be able to develop a plan that will best suit your therapeutic needs.
I like to approach therapy with compassion, a sense of humor, and without judgment. I take an interactive approach in helping you with your current stressors. I utilize strength-focused and evidence based techniques to allow each client to regain control and peace in their life. My goal is to help you restore balance and feel like your best self again. Therapy is an opportunity to make a change in your thoughts and behaviors, improve relationships, manage life stressors, get support, and overcome obstacles by exploring these parts of your life, we will be able to develop a plan that will best suit your therapeutic needs.
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Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.