Teletherapy for Rensselaer, NY
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Nicole Romano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Rensselaer, NY 12144 (Online Only)
We all go through struggles that may get us “stuck.” My approach is to support you in becoming “unstuck” ” I tend to use the cognitive solution focused model. I’ve worked with patients struggling with depression, addiction, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, anger, relationships, phobias and parenting; just to name a few. It’s my objective to support you in reaching your goals at your own pace, although it may seem like I’m pushing you sometimes. I will support you in times you need to vent, but also shift you back to focus and teach you new ways to cope. I’m here to facilitate personal growth when you are feeling like it might not be reachable.
We all go through struggles that may get us “stuck.” My approach is to support you in becoming “unstuck” ” I tend to use the cognitive solution focused model. I’ve worked with patients struggling with depression, addiction, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, anger, relationships, phobias and parenting; just to name a few. It’s my objective to support you in reaching your goals at your own pace, although it may seem like I’m pushing you sometimes. I will support you in times you need to vent, but also shift you back to focus and teach you new ways to cope. I’m here to facilitate personal growth when you are feeling like it might not be reachable.
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Pakatar LCSW Counseling Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Rensselaer, NY 12144 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is client centered, compassionate and non judgmental. I focus on helping you understand the roots of your current struggle and helping you use your inner resources to develop ways to respond to the world that benefit your life and relationships. I will work with you to practice techniques to enhance peace of mind and gain a sense of calm as well as gaining perspective on your life experiences and understand their context. I do this by using multiple treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength Based approaches, Solution Focused techniques, and mindfulness practices.
My approach to therapy is client centered, compassionate and non judgmental. I focus on helping you understand the roots of your current struggle and helping you use your inner resources to develop ways to respond to the world that benefit your life and relationships. I will work with you to practice techniques to enhance peace of mind and gain a sense of calm as well as gaining perspective on your life experiences and understand their context. I do this by using multiple treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength Based approaches, Solution Focused techniques, and mindfulness practices.
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Jennifer Merritt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rensselaer, NY 12144 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Jen. I'm a clinical social worker who has worked with children, adolescents and parents for twenty years. My goal in each session is to make my patients feel comfortable and identify their feelings. Each session begins with an emotional check-in and an update of what has happened in life since the last session. From there, together we can determine what the specific goal of the session will be, or continue to expand on skills and strategies introduced earlier. I believe in the need to be flexible depending on what the needs are in the moment of the patient. I craft a judgment free zone to help people be their best self.
Hi, I'm Jen. I'm a clinical social worker who has worked with children, adolescents and parents for twenty years. My goal in each session is to make my patients feel comfortable and identify their feelings. Each session begins with an emotional check-in and an update of what has happened in life since the last session. From there, together we can determine what the specific goal of the session will be, or continue to expand on skills and strategies introduced earlier. I believe in the need to be flexible depending on what the needs are in the moment of the patient. I craft a judgment free zone to help people be their best self.
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Martin Lyden, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Martin, Lyden, PhD
Verified Verified
Rensselaer, NY 12144 (Online Only)
I have helped thousands of persons who suffered from a variety of difficulties such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, attention deficit disorder, and health problems. I have assisted many couples in learning how to reduce destructive conflict and improve healthy communication and cooperation.
I have helped thousands of persons who suffered from a variety of difficulties such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, attention deficit disorder, and health problems. I have assisted many couples in learning how to reduce destructive conflict and improve healthy communication and cooperation.
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Currently accepting new clients. People who determine that they want help deserve every ounce of effort and attention. I work with people struggling with their peers, friends, and other relationships. I have experience working with with issues relating to anxiety and depression. I am also here for everyone no matter if you struggle with other issues such as eating and body image, work-related stress, and more. Clients for whom matters of spirituality and faith are important can feel comfortable and safe with discussing them in sessions. I will engage with you to find the best possible path to your success in therapy.
Currently accepting new clients. People who determine that they want help deserve every ounce of effort and attention. I work with people struggling with their peers, friends, and other relationships. I have experience working with with issues relating to anxiety and depression. I am also here for everyone no matter if you struggle with other issues such as eating and body image, work-related stress, and more. Clients for whom matters of spirituality and faith are important can feel comfortable and safe with discussing them in sessions. I will engage with you to find the best possible path to your success in therapy.
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Hope Perlman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LMSW
Verified Verified
Rensselaer, NY 12144
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel that something in your life needs to change? I can help. I am a psychotherapist working in private practice who works with all ages and genders, with individuals, couples, and families. Maybe you need help with communication, chronic stress, or coping with life changes. My approach to each person is to meet you where you are, address your symptoms, and empower you to become the full expression of who you are meant to be. I incorporate psychodynamic psychotherapy, family systems approaches, bodywork, mindfulness, and cognitive and behavioral strategies as appropriate. My philosophy is client-centered and trauma-informed.
Do you feel that something in your life needs to change? I can help. I am a psychotherapist working in private practice who works with all ages and genders, with individuals, couples, and families. Maybe you need help with communication, chronic stress, or coping with life changes. My approach to each person is to meet you where you are, address your symptoms, and empower you to become the full expression of who you are meant to be. I incorporate psychodynamic psychotherapy, family systems approaches, bodywork, mindfulness, and cognitive and behavioral strategies as appropriate. My philosophy is client-centered and trauma-informed.
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Do you feel overwhelmed by trying to do it all and balancing the responsibilities of work, family & friendships? Do you feel constant pressure to be the one that always holds everything together and if you don’t, everything around you will fall apart? Do you find that you spend so much of your time taking care of everyone and everything else that you don’t know who you are anymore? Do you struggle with maintaining healthy relationships and wonder, “when will I ever get it right?” If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone!
Do you feel overwhelmed by trying to do it all and balancing the responsibilities of work, family & friendships? Do you feel constant pressure to be the one that always holds everything together and if you don’t, everything around you will fall apart? Do you find that you spend so much of your time taking care of everyone and everything else that you don’t know who you are anymore? Do you struggle with maintaining healthy relationships and wonder, “when will I ever get it right?” If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone!
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Keli Rugenstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rensselaer, NY 12144
Not currently taking new clients. Are you struggling with relationships in your life? Are you a leader that sometimes struggles with the interpersonal parts of your work? Good relationships are important in every part of one's life. A meaningful relationship with someone who knows all about you and that lasts a life time can be elusive. Whether you want to improve your personnel skills or personal relationships, let's talk!
Not currently taking new clients. Are you struggling with relationships in your life? Are you a leader that sometimes struggles with the interpersonal parts of your work? Good relationships are important in every part of one's life. A meaningful relationship with someone who knows all about you and that lasts a life time can be elusive. Whether you want to improve your personnel skills or personal relationships, let's talk!
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Hi! My name is Miriam Azaunce and I am a New York State licensed psychologist who has more than 30 years of experience providing compassionate, culturally sensitive, client-centered treatment to persons 18 years and over. Via telehealth, I utilize evidence-based best practices to treat individuals with wide ranging emotional and mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress related to health/family/relationship challenges.
Hi! My name is Miriam Azaunce and I am a New York State licensed psychologist who has more than 30 years of experience providing compassionate, culturally sensitive, client-centered treatment to persons 18 years and over. Via telehealth, I utilize evidence-based best practices to treat individuals with wide ranging emotional and mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress related to health/family/relationship challenges.
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Karen Rich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rensselaer, NY 12144 (Online Only)
I am Karen Rich, a licensed clinical social worker with special expertise in trauma, codependency, and relational struggles. I use primarily interpersonal and psychodynamic approaches, with some experiential methods as well. I work a lot with people who are struggling with relationship issues, including ones between parent and child. Typical issues are co-dependency, narcissistic partners, infidelity, jealousy, loss, and the influence of childhood trauma on current relationships.
I am Karen Rich, a licensed clinical social worker with special expertise in trauma, codependency, and relational struggles. I use primarily interpersonal and psychodynamic approaches, with some experiential methods as well. I work a lot with people who are struggling with relationship issues, including ones between parent and child. Typical issues are co-dependency, narcissistic partners, infidelity, jealousy, loss, and the influence of childhood trauma on current relationships.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.