Art Therapy in Queens County, NY

I provide supportive, strength-based therapy for individuals managing various mental health challenges. Whether you have specific goals or are new to therapy, I will support you through self-discovery and instigate exploration of the world around you. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life, holding a culturally inclusive space as my top priority. I hold specialties in working with individuals with depression, anxiety/panic, low self-esteem, complex trauma, racial identity issues, and relationship/social transitions.

Parents often worry about their child when alarming behaviors emerge. Challenges that arise in childhood can impact one’s mood, how one copes with stress, and identity formation. Similar issues can arise for parents who may be experiencing this role for the first time, impacting one’s ability to bond with their children. Early intervention can support children as young as infancy to promote healthy functioning into adulthood as well as support parents who may be experiencing difficult feelings related to their own history.

I have over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults. I utilize a supportive approach to create a comfortable environment in which you can achieve your goals. I have experience treating trauma, depression, low self-esteem, bereavement, stress, anxiety, psychosis, relationship issues, parenting issues, and behavioral issues. I offer evidence based psychotherapy, which has been proven to be effective by the best available research.

I work with individuals in a supportive and creative environment to open dialogue and explore life's challenges. The opportunity to engage in verbal or non-verbal expression can support to reframe the past, their thoughts, emotions, life patterns, and to discover a deeper awareness of themselves.

My name is Maria Carmen Sesin PHD.I am bilingual Spanish/ English Psychologist licensed in the State of New York. I specialize in women issues- (empowering women to fulfill their potential. )I also work with children and adolescents using an interpersonal approach. I have experience working with issues of depression , anxiety , divorce, grief and life transitions .You may want to ease a challenging experience by expressing to a therapist and be accompanied by a professional throughout your journey. You don' t need to feel alone. You can learn tools to enlighten your journey.

You've been thinking about getting help but life's busy. Maybe you've been hesitant because of your high public profile and privacy is a concern. You’re at the point where you’re ready make an investment in yourself and talk to someone because , seriously, life can sometimes be overwhelming. You feel disconnected, stuck , depressed, anxious or consumed by self -doubt and it prevents you from living the best version of yourself. Maybe on the outside you’re high- achieving and successful, and you 'should ' be happy. The truth is, you've gotten so good at faking it that you feel like an imposter in your own life.

I offer a mixture of talk therapy, hypnotherapy and somatic work. I take a compassionate and holistic approach and believe that every person has the tools within to heal. In our sessions, we will create a healing container together, where you can explore the conscious and unconscious ways that oppression and stagnation are showing up in your life.

I have a diverse practice. I work with children, families, adults, and couples. I can work with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, trauma, autism and developmental concerns, and ruptures in family systems. I have extensive experience using play therapy and can also perform cognitive and projective assessments.

Are you a young adult looking to reduce anxiety? Of color? Struggling with goals? family college? financial stress? Pregnancy/Postpartum ? increase self-esteem? gain coping skills? Etc.. Then I am the therapist for you! My goal is to help people grow, heal, obtain their goals and have overall positive experience within a safe space. We can make art or just talk in therapy or focus on life coaching.

Hi, I'm Jenny. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed or deeply concerned about life situations, change, or a loss. Maybe you don’t even know how you feel but know it is time to reach out for help. Maybe you are missing something in the past or feeling not up to the future. You are not alone in this. These moments are some of the most important in a life, and it is easier to face them with support. That is where therapy can start. “The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” -Carl Rogers.

Life is a journey filled with ups and downs. Learning to get through life's anxieties, whether it be relationship issues, work stress, or any other life transition can feel daunting but reaching out for help can also feel scary. It takes a lot of courage to show up and take this step towards a healing path. I believe that forging a compassionate and non-judgemental relationship is crucial for growth to take place. Each individual is different so I try to tailor my approach to fit a persons needs drawing from the various techniques I have been trained in.

The blend of coaching with traditional talk therapy, a safe space, and empathic guidance has the capacity to enhance one's ability to identify behavior patterns, work through difficult life transitions, and cultivate a genuine love for the self. In my practice, I encourage working towards personal growth, self-acceptance, and understanding. I believe that therapy should be a space and time for the client to feel comfortable expressing all thoughts and emotions that surface without feeling judged or alone. Emphasis on balance, positive thinking, and mindfulness in my treatment with clients creates a closer relationship with the self.

My role is to hold space and provide compassionate, open-minded support for clients as they work through life’s challenges and dive into the process of discovering who they are on a deeper level. As an art therapist, I also offer experience in the use of art making as a non-verbal, creative means of expressing emotions, building inner resources, and developing personal agency. Sometimes it can be difficult to describe our internal world with words alone, but the combination of art and traditional talk therapy can make for a powerful mode of healing. If you are looking to create a new narrative, I would love to collaborate with you.

Sometimes the best thing you can give yourself is the chance to be heard, tell your story and share your experience. In the current climate it may be especially hard for you to find the support you need. Maybe you have experienced trauma that seems to affect your work or relationships. Daily stressors can compound and impact your wellbeing, leaving you feeling distressed, anxious, irritable, depressed or overwhelmed. I aim to help you gain new awareness about your feelings and how they relate to current challenges or past experiences, leading to a sense of relief, improved self-acceptance and even curiosity and excitement.

As a licensed creative arts therapist, I am drawn to working with individuals who have experienced trauma, struggled with anxiety and depression, and are motivated to embark on a journey of self-discovery. I am passionate about guiding clients through the process of healing and growth, empowering them to reclaim their inner strength and live authentically. If you are ready to explore the depths of your psyche and cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself, I am here to support you every step of the way.

Minds Together, LCSW.PC. is a private group practice. Our mission is to improve our community one individual at a time through our culturally diverse and motivated clinicians with the hope that every person seeking treatment with us feels safe, empowered and most important treated as an individual and not as a patient. Minds Together, LCSW. P.C. offers a range of unique services in a safe and nonjudgmental setting for any one seeking therapy where their privacy and comfort is our number one priority. Locations: Astoria, Jackson Heights, and Forest Hills.

SE HABLA ESPAÑOL. DUE TO COVID19, SESSIONS ARE VIA TELEHEALTH. OFFICE VISITS WITH SAFETY PROTOCOLS (NYS GUIDELINES). Minds Together, LCSW.PC. provides a safe and unique setting dedicated in improving one's mental and emotional health through our professional and compassionate staff. Our mission is to improve our community one individual at a time through our culturally diverse and motivated clinicians with the hope that every person seeking treatment with us feels safe, empowered and most important treated as an individual and not as a patient.

Life is a continuous process. Maybe it is a process of relationship struggle or life transition. We may feel anxious and stuck in repetitive patterns and find it difficult to pinpoint the reason. Partnering with me, we will pay close attention to your physical sensations, embodied emotions, and internal world. My immigrant background helps me attune with BIPOC communities, especially with Asian-Americans and international students. We can use a combination of art and talk to work through anxiety, trauma, cross-cultural adjustment, low self-esteem, being a people-pleaser, or perfectionist tendency.

The creative process of art making is uniquely suited to address the challenges of finding and enhancing emotional balance and well-being. My focus is on the person and using collaborative, supportive guidance through the self-expressive process to build self-awareness, positive emotions and coping skills for anxiety and depression, and for processing anger and grief.