Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Rockville Centre, NY

My first goal in therapy is to make you feel welcome, safe, and understood. The second is to provide you with the support and perspective to take a look at where you're getting stuck and figure out a plan to make things go more smoothly. While I work with a wide range of people, my specialty is treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and related conditions, including Hoarding, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), skin-picking, hair-pulling (Trichotillomania), and Health Anxiety. Please take a look at my website (there's a link to the left) for more information.

I am a NYS licensed Mental Health Counselor. I specialize in treating clients with borderline personality disorder, depression and anxiety disorders. My research interests focus on adolescents exhibiting cutting behavior as well as mindfulness meditation. I have presented at local and state conferences and have conducted several clinical trainings related to anxiety, autism, and developmental disabilities at surrounding regional agencies.

In addition to being a L.C.S.W., and holding a Ph.D in Social Work, I am a Registered Nurse. As a result of my diverse education, I am competent and experienced to treat clients with medical concerns in addition to treating other issues including lifestyle changes associated with illness, death and dying, coping skills and quality of life for self and/or family members. I also have a breadth of knowledge in the area of divorce including but not limited to coping skills for children, individuals, couples and family members.

Sometimes you wonder: Wasn't I supposed to be happy by now? When did life get so tough? PTSD and trauma make it hard to cope, while depression and anxiety rob you of the joy you deserve in life. There may be loss, and the heavy weight of grief. Or betrayal by a trusted one, such as a parent, friend, or partner. The hurt and shame that often plague survivors can shatter relationships, jobs, and happiness. Lack of understanding by those closest to you leaves you feeling alone and isolated.

We often believe that seeking help is a sign of weakness, however to struggle alone allows us to remain weak. As a New York State licensed social worker with over 20 years experience within the field of mental health, I will provide you with a therapeutic environment in which you will feel safe and secure. Together we will explore the current struggles that are negatively impacting your life and find positive solutions so that you can achieve your desired goals.

Although we generally perceive pain as an unpleasant experience, it many times serves to call our attention to something in our lives that is ready to be healed. Today you are one step closer to healing. As a psychodynamic therapist, my goal is to help uncover your true potential and help you to regain a sense of control and pleasure in your life. We will uncover behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling life. We can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. I look forward to working with you.

CHANGE YOUR LIFE FOR THE BETTER! Do you need a safe place to talk over problems, reduce stress, heal emotional wounds from past traumas and alleviate anxiety and depressions? We will work together, using and developing your strengths, to overcome life's obstacles. I provide honest feedback, support and new skills to resolve your problems. You will feel better able to cope with your struggles and learn constructive ways to take care of yourself. My goal is to assist you on your journey toward healing and growth, so that you can eventually progress on your own.

Sometimes something feels "off" but you don't know what it is. You feel sluggish, unmotivated, and overburdened by responsibilities. Maybe your relationships are suffering due to poor communication, or you feel you're not meeting the needs of the multiple roles you play in your life. Having a nonjudgmental space to express your frustrations and address these challenges is invaluable and proven to be effective.

The pressure that we put on ourselves can often cloud our judgment and distract us from our main priorities. I take a collaborative and goal-directed approach to helping people. Based on your needs and how you would like to achieve personal growth, we’ll focus on the things that matter the most to you. I take the time to get to know you and listen to your priorities. I'm currently a clinician at Long Island Psychology, which has locations in Rockville Centre, Roslyn Heights, and Garden City. My expertise is with children, teens, and young adults. I also see Headway clients virtually (please call or reach out for more information).

My style and beliefs are to create a safe environment within which individuals, couples, and families can explore their issues and challenges. I do this using brief solution focused therapy embedded in a narrative view. This means that I assist people in seeing their lives in more healthy ways as they overcome the challenges in their lives. This occurs in an atmosphere of empowerment and growth.

I believe therapeutic change and progress evolve through the combination of a non-judgmental, insight oriented approach and the development of a therapeutic relationship. With self understanding we gain insight into repetitive cycles that often contribute to sadness, anxiety, and relationship conflicts. In my work with clients I place emphasis on the strength of the intuitive, centered self. Throughout my training and postdoctoral work, I have had the privilege to gain experience in a variety of settings ranging from private practice, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, a residential treatment center, and outpatient clinics.

Asking for help and support is uncomfortable and a challenge that we all struggle with, especially as parents. I aim to create a space that you feel safe, supported and open to explore your challenges. With over ten years' experience, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals across the life span within various settings.

You need help — and a lot of it — right now, and 45-minutes of therapy once a week doesn’t feel intensive enough. Feeling stuck in past trauma and sick of it running your life, maybe you’re crunched on time, too, with a busy schedule and thousands of demands pulling you every which way. Or you’re already working with a therapist weekly, and want to use EMDR as a brief adjunct to accelerate that work. Let’s embark on a focused journey designed to help you feel better, fast.

"You either walk inside your story and own it, or you stand outside your story and hustle for your worthiness," Brene Brown. Sometimes we cannot stop the world from crashing down on us. Life can be a difficult place. We can all use a little help sometimes.

Deciding on counseling for your relationship takes courage. Yet, living in conflict and pain only causes more pain and anguish and confusion as to what to do. In my session I provide an emotionally safe space, to share and explore the dynamic, the wants, needs and all the variables that both of you need to communicate. I'm very neutral and non-bias, I commit myself to supporting you both. As a mediator in addition to my counseling, it is my skill to remain fair and impartial. Let's see how I can help you get the clarity and fulfillment in your relationship. In my own experience, when relationships are not working, nothing else is.

Are you having difficulties managing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions? Are you looking to process thoughts, feelings, trauma history, and create a better life worth living? Do you want to develop healthier coping skills, develop healthy boundaries, and improve your communication and decision making skills? Finding a healthy balance can be very challenging to obtain!

As life's stressors build and compound, coping on your own can be a very difficult challenge and can often leave oneself in need of a little extra help. My passion for therapy stems from the belief that we are all in need of safe spaces in life where vulnerablity and trust can develop, yielding healing and growth in areas that tend to hold us back. My goal is to create a safe space that is absent of judgment and welcomes the most vulnerable and honest parts of ourselves. In this dynamic, utilizing empathy and compassion, we will walk together through the difficulties that exist at a pace that is comfortable for YOU.

My passion for therapy has committed me to helping people like you. I chose clinical therapy as a profession due to my fascination with the way individuals can become healthier and more empowered through the process. I am honored to witness the journey patients take along the therapeutic process. This is why I truly love what I do. Through my work with patients, I also ensure to continue to evolve and stay current on issues.

Feeling stressed or overwhelmed by a situation in your life? Having trouble making sense of your situation? The ups and downs of life- and specifically family building can leave you feeling depressed, anxious, vulnerable, powerless, confused, and alone. I can help you to face these situations, to find the strength to make important decisions, and to learn coping techniques to help you manage and understand these feelings. No one should suffer in silence, and no one should have to face these feelings alone.