LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Port Washington, NY
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My areas of expertise include: Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Romantic Relationships, Family Relationships, Sex Concerns, Psychosomatic Pain (TMS/Sarno) & LGBTQ Issues.
Do you feel anxious, "less-than" or need help w/ relationships (or finding one), w/ sex, or work stress? Is now your time to live a more elegant life? Are you fearful that your relationship is in trouble or are you trying to recover from infidelity, seek improved intimacy, want to stop arguing (My TED Talk is about this!) or desire to enhance communication? Have health anxiety or want to prevent migraine? (I'm 27+ years migraine free!) If your answer is "Yes!" then I'd LOVE to help. I will help you to examine the thoughts, feelings and behaviors contributing to discomfort and teach you simple tools to secure SUCCESS!
My areas of expertise include: Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Romantic Relationships, Family Relationships, Sex Concerns, Psychosomatic Pain (TMS/Sarno) & LGBTQ Issues.
Do you feel anxious, "less-than" or need help w/ relationships (or finding one), w/ sex, or work stress? Is now your time to live a more elegant life? Are you fearful that your relationship is in trouble or are you trying to recover from infidelity, seek improved intimacy, want to stop arguing (My TED Talk is about this!) or desire to enhance communication? Have health anxiety or want to prevent migraine? (I'm 27+ years migraine free!) If your answer is "Yes!" then I'd LOVE to help. I will help you to examine the thoughts, feelings and behaviors contributing to discomfort and teach you simple tools to secure SUCCESS!
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As a multiculturally sensitive and queer allied therapist I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals from various ethnic, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds.
I'm a licensed mental health counselor from NY. I work with adults and adolescents, providing care for clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, difficulty managing life transitions and men's issues. Many gentlemen I've had the pleasure of working with have been able to get in touch with their emotions, learn to communicate their wants/needs and overcome the stigma that has prevented so many men from seeking the mental health care they deserve. My goals for clients include reducing suffering, alleviating symptoms, improve well-being, promote personal growth, resilience and to facilitate empowerment!
As a multiculturally sensitive and queer allied therapist I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals from various ethnic, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds.
I'm a licensed mental health counselor from NY. I work with adults and adolescents, providing care for clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, difficulty managing life transitions and men's issues. Many gentlemen I've had the pleasure of working with have been able to get in touch with their emotions, learn to communicate their wants/needs and overcome the stigma that has prevented so many men from seeking the mental health care they deserve. My goals for clients include reducing suffering, alleviating symptoms, improve well-being, promote personal growth, resilience and to facilitate empowerment!
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LGBT issues are another specialty.
I incorporate a "team" approach in which patient and therapist actively engage in treatment. A professional, warm, and genuine type atmosphere is provided with the goal of maintaining a healthy lifestyle with enhanced coping skills. A cognitive behavioral approach is emphasized, which is problem-focused and direct. Problematic belief systems and behaviors, which are negatively impacting emotional well-being, are targeted.
LGBT issues are another specialty.
I incorporate a "team" approach in which patient and therapist actively engage in treatment. A professional, warm, and genuine type atmosphere is provided with the goal of maintaining a healthy lifestyle with enhanced coping skills. A cognitive behavioral approach is emphasized, which is problem-focused and direct. Problematic belief systems and behaviors, which are negatively impacting emotional well-being, are targeted.
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Areas of therapeutic expertise include, but are not limited to: Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD); Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD); school stress; social anxiety; and LGBTQIA+ issues.
We are a group practice focused on providing excellent clinical care to children, adolsecents, and adults. As founder and owner of Kane Psychology, Fallon Kane has been working with families in the area for six years. Dr. Kane completed her Clinical Psychology Ph.D at the Derner School of Psychology, with a concentration in child and family studies. Vivan Giang, Noelle Watters, Joshua Glazer, and Meg Kane form the rest of the team, and are supervised by Dr. Kane. At Kane Psychology, we pride ourselves on having a warm, empathetic approach which quickly allows young people to feel at ease and fully engage in the therapeutic process.
Areas of therapeutic expertise include, but are not limited to: Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD); Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD); school stress; social anxiety; and LGBTQIA+ issues.
We are a group practice focused on providing excellent clinical care to children, adolsecents, and adults. As founder and owner of Kane Psychology, Fallon Kane has been working with families in the area for six years. Dr. Kane completed her Clinical Psychology Ph.D at the Derner School of Psychology, with a concentration in child and family studies. Vivan Giang, Noelle Watters, Joshua Glazer, and Meg Kane form the rest of the team, and are supervised by Dr. Kane. At Kane Psychology, we pride ourselves on having a warm, empathetic approach which quickly allows young people to feel at ease and fully engage in the therapeutic process.
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Michelle Wallace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050
As a warm, interactive psychotherapist, I will help you gain insight and understanding in order to alleviate symptoms, enhance relationships, and manage stressors. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you can safely express feelings and concerns, while working towards therapeutic goals. Together we can explore behavioral/relational patterns, and discover effective coping skills that best fit your needs. For over a decade I have helped adults, young adults, and teens, with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, insecurities, postpartum, career change and adjusting to life transitions.
As a warm, interactive psychotherapist, I will help you gain insight and understanding in order to alleviate symptoms, enhance relationships, and manage stressors. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you can safely express feelings and concerns, while working towards therapeutic goals. Together we can explore behavioral/relational patterns, and discover effective coping skills that best fit your needs. For over a decade I have helped adults, young adults, and teens, with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, insecurities, postpartum, career change and adjusting to life transitions.
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Sally Eisenman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050 (Online Only)
I am a licensed psycologist that has been in practice for over 35 years. My approach is psychodynamic and interpersonal. When helpful I also use cognitive behavioral techniques. I work with adults, seniors, adolescents, couples and families. Issues involving depression, anxiety, marital conflict and parenting are among some of the areas that I frequently deal with. I believe the working relationship that develops between my patients and myself is an extremely important part of the therepeutic experience and outcome of the treatment.
I am a licensed psycologist that has been in practice for over 35 years. My approach is psychodynamic and interpersonal. When helpful I also use cognitive behavioral techniques. I work with adults, seniors, adolescents, couples and families. Issues involving depression, anxiety, marital conflict and parenting are among some of the areas that I frequently deal with. I believe the working relationship that develops between my patients and myself is an extremely important part of the therepeutic experience and outcome of the treatment.
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Carrie E Diamond-Feldman
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050
We’ve been through a lot these past few years, maybe longer. You somehow are keeping it together, but the feeling of thriving is distant. Maybe you are too in your head or distracted to experience life fully. Procrastination is interfering with doing the things you know would help. Perhaps resentment or dissatisfaction has taken over your relationships- Maybe your child is struggling, Or perhaps you are dealing with something more intense; gender questioning or transition; a history of trauma; a significant life change. You've been thinking about finding support, now maybe you're ready. You want to reconnect with resilience and joy
We’ve been through a lot these past few years, maybe longer. You somehow are keeping it together, but the feeling of thriving is distant. Maybe you are too in your head or distracted to experience life fully. Procrastination is interfering with doing the things you know would help. Perhaps resentment or dissatisfaction has taken over your relationships- Maybe your child is struggling, Or perhaps you are dealing with something more intense; gender questioning or transition; a history of trauma; a significant life change. You've been thinking about finding support, now maybe you're ready. You want to reconnect with resilience and joy
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Corey Wilbur
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck? Do you want to make a change, but not sure where to begin? I am here to tell you that healing and happiness are possible. You deserve to live a life that brings you happiness. I want to help you find the solutions and life changes you are seeking, while supporting and encouraging you in a safe space. Life is too short to surrender to negative thoughts, feelings and relationships that make us depressed, stressed, anxious and hopeless. I am here to offer those vital skills necessary to heal, grow, and reach your fullest potential.
Are you feeling stuck? Do you want to make a change, but not sure where to begin? I am here to tell you that healing and happiness are possible. You deserve to live a life that brings you happiness. I want to help you find the solutions and life changes you are seeking, while supporting and encouraging you in a safe space. Life is too short to surrender to negative thoughts, feelings and relationships that make us depressed, stressed, anxious and hopeless. I am here to offer those vital skills necessary to heal, grow, and reach your fullest potential.
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Alexis J Sturnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050
Each individual's journey is filled with unique challenges and experiences. We all deserve a supportive space to navigate and overcome those obstacles. By working together in a cohesive and collaborative manner, we can help you become your best, most authentic self. Let us be part of your journey to healing and personal growth.
Each individual's journey is filled with unique challenges and experiences. We all deserve a supportive space to navigate and overcome those obstacles. By working together in a cohesive and collaborative manner, we can help you become your best, most authentic self. Let us be part of your journey to healing and personal growth.
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Better Life Associates LLC
Limited Licensed Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Port Washington, NY 11050
Hi I’m Dr. Ev Kotowska. My passion as a clinician is to orient you towards a healing path that provides you with a deeper sense of purpose and meaning. I am patient-centered and integrate contemporary psychotherapy with eastern meditative and spiritual traditions. My training has covered the lifespan-from infants to elderly adults in multiple settings treating a wide range of mental health and behavioral difficulties that interfere with daily living. I am committed to creating a safe and warm environment utilizing evidence-based techniques and research to inform my practice and to help clients move toward their desired outcome.
Hi I’m Dr. Ev Kotowska. My passion as a clinician is to orient you towards a healing path that provides you with a deeper sense of purpose and meaning. I am patient-centered and integrate contemporary psychotherapy with eastern meditative and spiritual traditions. My training has covered the lifespan-from infants to elderly adults in multiple settings treating a wide range of mental health and behavioral difficulties that interfere with daily living. I am committed to creating a safe and warm environment utilizing evidence-based techniques and research to inform my practice and to help clients move toward their desired outcome.
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Marlene L Levy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, DAAPM, CCBT
Verified Verified
Port Washington, NY 11050
Private practice 30 + years.. Anxiety, Depression, pain management , weight issues and marriage and family issues. I use Clinical Hypnosis along with psychotherapy. CBT, EFT, are among the various treatments designed for each patient individually.. *Clinical hypnosis is used when appropriate producing the most positive treatment results! I look forward to helping you, as I have helped so many over the years. President of the New York Society of Clinical Hypnosis [NYSCH.ORG], Consultant: ASCH, Diplomate :DAAPM Diplomate The American Academy of Pain Management; CCBT-Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist.
Private practice 30 + years.. Anxiety, Depression, pain management , weight issues and marriage and family issues. I use Clinical Hypnosis along with psychotherapy. CBT, EFT, are among the various treatments designed for each patient individually.. *Clinical hypnosis is used when appropriate producing the most positive treatment results! I look forward to helping you, as I have helped so many over the years. President of the New York Society of Clinical Hypnosis [NYSCH.ORG], Consultant: ASCH, Diplomate :DAAPM Diplomate The American Academy of Pain Management; CCBT-Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist.
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Dr Jaclyn M. Levy - Gold Coast Psychology, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050
Beginning therapy, whether you are going for the first time, or are restarting a process can feel difficult and even lonely. There is a never a "bad" time to take that first step, and finding the right therapist can help you make that long lasting change that you deserve. By building a relationship centered on safety, authenticity, and collaboration, I help to foster an environment where you can begin to explore, heal, and grow. My approach to psychotherapy is focused on finding a treatment that is tailored to your needs - not "one-size-fits-all."
Beginning therapy, whether you are going for the first time, or are restarting a process can feel difficult and even lonely. There is a never a "bad" time to take that first step, and finding the right therapist can help you make that long lasting change that you deserve. By building a relationship centered on safety, authenticity, and collaboration, I help to foster an environment where you can begin to explore, heal, and grow. My approach to psychotherapy is focused on finding a treatment that is tailored to your needs - not "one-size-fits-all."
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Life can be difficult. It can throw us for a loop. We can suddenly find ourselves feeling alone, bewildered. Life's transitions and changes can easily overwhelm us and it feels as though it is more than we can handle. But I can help you. I am here to encourage you, to support you. With an objective, non-judgmental ear and an open mind, I can give you another perspective. Sometimes, all it takes is another perspective to make life's challenges feel less intimidating.
Life can be difficult. It can throw us for a loop. We can suddenly find ourselves feeling alone, bewildered. Life's transitions and changes can easily overwhelm us and it feels as though it is more than we can handle. But I can help you. I am here to encourage you, to support you. With an objective, non-judgmental ear and an open mind, I can give you another perspective. Sometimes, all it takes is another perspective to make life's challenges feel less intimidating.
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New York Center for Relationship Repair
Counselor, PhD, Prof
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050
Hi! I'm Dr. Steinberg. Are you struggling with your relationship(s)? Desire couples counseling or sex therapy? Do you need help recovering after infidelity? Do you have difficult or unsupportive parents, relatives or friends? Do you wish to argue less (my TED Talk is about this!) or have parenting/family issues? Do you need extra support and guidance to help you handle challenging situations or desire to make important changes? Is "work stress" or work/life balance a problem? If you answered "Yes!" to any of these questions, then I would LOVE to work with you - to teach you valuable tools to help you secure SUCCESS!
Hi! I'm Dr. Steinberg. Are you struggling with your relationship(s)? Desire couples counseling or sex therapy? Do you need help recovering after infidelity? Do you have difficult or unsupportive parents, relatives or friends? Do you wish to argue less (my TED Talk is about this!) or have parenting/family issues? Do you need extra support and guidance to help you handle challenging situations or desire to make important changes? Is "work stress" or work/life balance a problem? If you answered "Yes!" to any of these questions, then I would LOVE to work with you - to teach you valuable tools to help you secure SUCCESS!
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Michelle A Collins-Greene
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, CGP, AGPA-F
Verified Verified
Port Washington, NY 11050
Waitlist for new clients
I have openings for group psychotherapy. It includes 2 sessions of individual intakes before joining a group. I have been in private practice for 35 years treating a wide range of personal and emotional issues for professionals, artists, creative individuals, young adult women, mothers, career women, men in relationships, teenagers in stressful family relationships, parents wanting to improve parent-child relationships of all ages, and couples. I am a Certified Group therapist and Board certified in Group Psychotherapy. I have an ongoing Women's Group in the evening.
I have openings for group psychotherapy. It includes 2 sessions of individual intakes before joining a group. I have been in private practice for 35 years treating a wide range of personal and emotional issues for professionals, artists, creative individuals, young adult women, mothers, career women, men in relationships, teenagers in stressful family relationships, parents wanting to improve parent-child relationships of all ages, and couples. I am a Certified Group therapist and Board certified in Group Psychotherapy. I have an ongoing Women's Group in the evening.
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Emily Ann Imondi
MSEd, MS, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050 (Online Only)
My first priority when working with clients is to build a trusting and emotionally safe partnership. I hope to provide an inviting, empathic, supportive, and non-judgmental space to explore the depth of your inner truth and to help you actualize the life you envision for yourself. Together, we will explore past experiences, including family dynamics and your early life, in addition to thoughts, feelings, and current patterns of behavior to provide insight into how you can better cope with issues impacting you now. Often, we are more resilient than we believe we are - I'm here to help you harness that strength and find hope again.
My first priority when working with clients is to build a trusting and emotionally safe partnership. I hope to provide an inviting, empathic, supportive, and non-judgmental space to explore the depth of your inner truth and to help you actualize the life you envision for yourself. Together, we will explore past experiences, including family dynamics and your early life, in addition to thoughts, feelings, and current patterns of behavior to provide insight into how you can better cope with issues impacting you now. Often, we are more resilient than we believe we are - I'm here to help you harness that strength and find hope again.
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LIFE IS WONDERFUL and can also THROW CURVEBALLS. As a therapist I am available to see people wanting a calm space to talk about the events and feelings that are unsettling them. I enjoy meeting with my patients and work collaboratively and respectfully with them on a variety of difficulties in living. At some point in anyone’s life there may be overwhelming or traumatic experiences, relationships that are difficult to manage, whether it’s figuring out how to handle romantic uncertainty, fertility issues, raising children, separation or divorce.
LIFE IS WONDERFUL and can also THROW CURVEBALLS. As a therapist I am available to see people wanting a calm space to talk about the events and feelings that are unsettling them. I enjoy meeting with my patients and work collaboratively and respectfully with them on a variety of difficulties in living. At some point in anyone’s life there may be overwhelming or traumatic experiences, relationships that are difficult to manage, whether it’s figuring out how to handle romantic uncertainty, fertility issues, raising children, separation or divorce.
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Are you a millennial struggling with people-pleasing tendencies, anxiety, overwhelm, perfectionism or unresolved trauma? Do you find it challenging to set healthy boundaries and build fulfilling relationships? At my practice, I'm here to help you navigate these challenges, move away from patterns that are no longer serving you, and empower you to live a more confident, authentic life.
Are you a millennial struggling with people-pleasing tendencies, anxiety, overwhelm, perfectionism or unresolved trauma? Do you find it challenging to set healthy boundaries and build fulfilling relationships? At my practice, I'm here to help you navigate these challenges, move away from patterns that are no longer serving you, and empower you to live a more confident, authentic life.
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I really enjoy working with people who want to be helped with painful feelings and experiences that have interfered with their sense of well being. All of us are limited by upsettingly negative emotions that make it harder to accomplish things that would make our lives richer, more comfortable and secure. I base my work on the principles of Mindfulnes Based Cognitive Behavior Therapy. This approach has been shown to be very successful helping anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, phobias and many other individual and relationship issues. Like most experienced therapists, I also integrate ideas from other approaches whenever appropriate.
I really enjoy working with people who want to be helped with painful feelings and experiences that have interfered with their sense of well being. All of us are limited by upsettingly negative emotions that make it harder to accomplish things that would make our lives richer, more comfortable and secure. I base my work on the principles of Mindfulnes Based Cognitive Behavior Therapy. This approach has been shown to be very successful helping anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, phobias and many other individual and relationship issues. Like most experienced therapists, I also integrate ideas from other approaches whenever appropriate.
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Mary Anne Yanulis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Washington, NY 11050 (Online Only)
As a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I am continually awed and humbled by the ways individuals use psychotherapy to grow and change. I try to create a warm and safe environment for exploring all kinds of problems in living. I am an active therapist who will help you clarify and examine the difficulties you face, develop more constructive ways to cope with your feelings, improve your communication skills, and change patterns of behavior that interfere with your life goals.
As a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I am continually awed and humbled by the ways individuals use psychotherapy to grow and change. I try to create a warm and safe environment for exploring all kinds of problems in living. I am an active therapist who will help you clarify and examine the difficulties you face, develop more constructive ways to cope with your feelings, improve your communication skills, and change patterns of behavior that interfere with your life goals.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.