Therapists in Poughkeepsie, NY

I am a Diplomate in Clinical Psychology certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology. I'm psychodynamically oriented, while at the same time I am direct and interactive in my approach. My focus is on correcting maladaptive behaviors and identifying the unconscious processes and irrational beliefs which underlie them. My expertise is in helping persons who are depressed, anxious, experiencing loss, having relationship problems and/or concerns about sexual matters. I accept most insurance including Medicare. Office Hours: Tuesday thru Saturday, Morning and Afternoon.

**Free 30-min Video Consultation** Being in the circus taught me that juggling too many balls in the air can lead to feeling like you're always picking up the pieces rather than enjoying the show. While our emotions float up and down, we start applying binary labels of "good" (happy) and "bad" (anger, sadness, anxiety) that our systems (e.g., US Society, Family, Culture) has assigned. Improve self-awareness of our emotions, thoughts, and the stories we tell ourselves about our worth internally, with others, and in the world. Change the Narrative you've internalized through identifying, observing, respecting, and accepting emotions.

I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.

Many of us are dealing with life issues that limit, hinder and block our movement into better places internally, behaviorally and more. I have spent years helping people be and become their personal best. We all have the potential to grow, heal, recover, change and transform. Counseling and Psychotherapy helps in the process of achieving these life goals. People often need assistance at critical times in their lives. This is what my work is all about...helping people Identify the problem or issue, develop a plan of action and work to achieve goal. I believe, with real help, people can achieve greatness.

Do you have it all together on the outside, but inside you’re drowning? In anxiety, traumatic memories, self-doubt, stress in your relationships? Perhaps you find yourself repeating unhealthy patterns, even though you know they aren’t doing you any good. You can break free. Confidence, self-compassion, healthy relationships, and healing are possible, and therapy can help.

Parents of kids under 10: Are you struggling to show up for your kids the way you want because you’re feeling overwhelmed or weighed down with worry, sadness, or maybe even feeling nothing at all? And no matter how badly you want to “do better,” you find yourself snapping, yelling, making threats, and cringing as your own parents’ words come out of your mouth, leaving you wondering if you’re broken and unfixable and failing at the job that matters most to you. Or has your child's medical or psychological diagnosis left you feeling scared and confused and alone?

I like to think of myself as a seasoned clinician who has adapted and adjusted to the changing times. I am currently providing telehealth services only. I have evolved my craft toward a mindfully oriented practice which I combine with cognitive, behavioral and DBT techniques. My work supports adults (26+) going through their journey of radical acceptance focusing on those life changing events which can often cause emotional dysregulation.

Welcome, I'm so glad you're here! Every individual deserves to be heard and valued. Whether you are looking to manage big emotions or explore life changes, I strive to put you as the client first. I view myself as a soft-spoken, empowering and solution focused therapist. I am passionate about embracing neurodiversity, promoting equality and care deeply about animal welfare.

You DON'T have to struggle alone. What's more difficult than life's obstacles is dealing with them when you feel misunderstood, or have a lack of support. Here, at Inspired Counseling, we provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment to aide you in the healing process. You have taken a very brave first step to getting help, by reaching out. Now, let us meet you half way and teach you the skills and tools that you need to take back your power and live the life that you deserve. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist.

During your life, you may experience difficult periods of adjustment related to major life changes and/or losses, difficulty in relationships, and/or cultural/social differences in environmental contexts. These periods in your life may lead to or be related to general difficulty coping with life circumstance, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. I provide a holistic approach to working with clients striving to understand them from an intrapsychic, interpersonal, and sociocultural perspective. In working with you, I endeavor to understand how your personality, relationships, and sociocultural identities and environmental contexts interact to affect your psychological functioning and wellbeing.

Our agency was developed to incorporate the skills and experiences of clinicians and wellness providers to support children, individuals and families with personalized goals related to a variety of emotional, physical, and behavioral concerns. Our agency partners, collectively, have over 50 years of clinical experience focusing on substance use, neurodivergence, personality disorders, depression, anxiety/OCD, life transitions, LGBTQ related concerns, behavior and emotional disturbances, trauma, pre/post-natal needs, parenting and parent-child interaction needs, grief/loss, and domestic violence.

Hello. By way of introduction, I have been a social worker for 27 years with a practice devoted to grief and loss. I have helped many people heal from the anguish of their losses. I can offer you my professional experience, and, of equal importance, kindness, empathy, understanding and the ability to listen deeply.

Our ability to cope and manage stressors sometimes becomes overwhelming. These same stressors impact not only your life but those around you. If you are reading this, I applaud you for taking the first step in taking care of you. I am here to guide you on your journey to wellness. Feel free to reach out to me and explore how we can work together to improve your situation. I have years of experience in the fields of geriatrics, substance use disorders and mental health issues. Take control of the issues that are holding you back and no longer working.

I have clinical experience in various settings including individual psychotherapy, psychiatric ER, inpatient psychiatric units, and Personalization Recovery Oriented Services (PROS) program. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from SUNY Oneonta and my Masters degree in Social Work from Adelphi University. My goal is to aid and support you through maneuvering life stressors and creating change.

Are you aiming to improve your relationships with the goal of creating a greater sense of community support? Are you self-motivated and interested in processing your life experiences to find patterns and make meaning of your emotional experiences? A typical client will be aligned with the belief in the importance of community and community care. I work with clients who are ready to do "the work." The expectation is that clients show up regularly and on time for sessions.

I enjoy helping people who are experiencing a variety of stressors and symptoms. For example, anxiety, depression, addictions, reactions to trauma, relationship struggles, anger, loss, as well as other problems with mood or thinking. Also the every day type of stress, including problems handling school, work, family, or what life throws at us in general. I use my Circle of Life Wellness Coaching to help people get unstuck and move forward with helpful change. Are you ready to make some positive changes in your life?!

I have worked with clients with issues such as marital problems, but they improved self-esteem, advocacy, and assertiveness in therapy, which reduced conflict with their spouse. My ideal client is someone motivated to change at the onset of therapy, who is committed to attending regular therapy sessions, identifies their goals, and focuses on a collaborative process to achieve their goals.

If you've been feeling stuck for a while, or are getting tired of knowing you're not at your best, it might be time to think about starting therapy. Many people know themselves enough to recognize that something is "off" and would benefit from talking through what they need to do to get to a better head space. You don't necessarily need a specific diagnosis or a specific goal in mind to know that you would like to start feeling better. Remember, "asking for help means you are strong enough to realize you deserve it."

I often hear, "But other people have it worse," in an attempt to downplay our struggles and make things feel more manageable. While this mindset may be helpful at times, it also minimizes the importance of our current situation and dismisses our feelings. Whatever you are facing, if it's important to you it's also important to me. As a clinician with experience in multiple therapeutic settings, I have treated panic disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I also have a special spot in my heart for grief and loss and earned a certification in Grief Therapy.