Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Rockville Centre, NY

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Gabrielle Schwartz
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
I don’t believe that one size fits all, so I make sure to utilize a combination of skills such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness, Person-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
The first step is always the hardest, no matter what you’re struggling with. I believe that with the right tools and mindset, you can make some serious changes to the way you live your life. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, relationship complications, and LGBTQ issues. In my practice, I make sure to create a safe, welcoming, judge-free environment where you are free to be yourself.
I don’t believe that one size fits all, so I make sure to utilize a combination of skills such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness, Person-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
The first step is always the hardest, no matter what you’re struggling with. I believe that with the right tools and mindset, you can make some serious changes to the way you live your life. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, relationship complications, and LGBTQ issues. In my practice, I make sure to create a safe, welcoming, judge-free environment where you are free to be yourself.
(516) 415-0553 View (516) 415-0553
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Ariel Sherry At Nassau Psychology Pc
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Ariel integrates elements such as (CBT), psychodynamic therapy and motivational interviewing.
Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Ariel earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology, with a minor in Forensic Health, from Binghamton University. In May 2023, she earned her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Baruch College. Ariel received her training through internships within a college counseling center as well as an outpatient addiction treatment clinic. Ariel has accumulated experience providing counseling services to a diverse range of clients including children, adolescents, and adults from various cultural and backgrounds.
Ariel integrates elements such as (CBT), psychodynamic therapy and motivational interviewing.
Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Ariel earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology, with a minor in Forensic Health, from Binghamton University. In May 2023, she earned her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Baruch College. Ariel received her training through internships within a college counseling center as well as an outpatient addiction treatment clinic. Ariel has accumulated experience providing counseling services to a diverse range of clients including children, adolescents, and adults from various cultural and backgrounds.
(516) 758-1941 View (516) 758-1941
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Svetlana Levak
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570  (Online Only)
I am trained in Behavioral and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Motivational Interviewing for individuals with problems related to substance use, anger, anxiety, depression, and serious mental illness.
Struggling to cope with intense worry, sadness, or anger can feel overwhelming and lonely. Reducing alcohol or other substance use can be similarly isolating and intertwined with negative emotions. Recognizing that there is a problem can be the largest hurdle, but finding a way to make those changes does not have to be. You may have already made attempts to change on your own and make things better, but it hasn’t quite worked out. Often, what to do and when to do it is not clear.
I am trained in Behavioral and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Motivational Interviewing for individuals with problems related to substance use, anger, anxiety, depression, and serious mental illness.
Struggling to cope with intense worry, sadness, or anger can feel overwhelming and lonely. Reducing alcohol or other substance use can be similarly isolating and intertwined with negative emotions. Recognizing that there is a problem can be the largest hurdle, but finding a way to make those changes does not have to be. You may have already made attempts to change on your own and make things better, but it hasn’t quite worked out. Often, what to do and when to do it is not clear.
(516) 550-5795 View (516) 550-5795
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Jordan Vozeh At Nassau Psychology Pc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570  (Online Only)
Therapist prefers to utilize a mix of theoretical orientations such as psychosocial development, rational choice, and systems theories as well as interventions of CBT, DBT, trauma informed care, solution focused, and motivational interviewing.
Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Jordan completed her master’s degree with New York University in 2022 and has over two years of experience providing counseling in a number of clinical settings. Her training as a student included supporting a shelter/hotline for domestic abuse survivors as well as working with veterans who have serious mental illness diagnosis’. Her full-time experience has been in an outpatient primary care mental health setting with the Veterans Health Administration seeing a whole spectrum of ages, demographics, and experiences.
Therapist prefers to utilize a mix of theoretical orientations such as psychosocial development, rational choice, and systems theories as well as interventions of CBT, DBT, trauma informed care, solution focused, and motivational interviewing.
Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Jordan completed her master’s degree with New York University in 2022 and has over two years of experience providing counseling in a number of clinical settings. Her training as a student included supporting a shelter/hotline for domestic abuse survivors as well as working with veterans who have serious mental illness diagnosis’. Her full-time experience has been in an outpatient primary care mental health setting with the Veterans Health Administration seeing a whole spectrum of ages, demographics, and experiences.
(516) 666-4579 View (516) 666-4579
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Tarmo Kirsimae
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
My counseling orientation is eclectic and includes the utilization of various modalities including cognitive-behavioral, solution-based and motivational interviewing.
I am a mature, empathic New York State licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Nationally Certified Counselor. I provide counseling and psychotherapy to individuals and counseling services to families and couples. I am available to help you navigate the myriad of life's challenges relating to your past, present and future. My areas of expertise are in addiction and substance abuse and the resulting anxiety, depression, grief, loss and interpersonal issues (family, marital and relational) that stem from those issues.
My counseling orientation is eclectic and includes the utilization of various modalities including cognitive-behavioral, solution-based and motivational interviewing.
I am a mature, empathic New York State licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Nationally Certified Counselor. I provide counseling and psychotherapy to individuals and counseling services to families and couples. I am available to help you navigate the myriad of life's challenges relating to your past, present and future. My areas of expertise are in addiction and substance abuse and the resulting anxiety, depression, grief, loss and interpersonal issues (family, marital and relational) that stem from those issues.
(516) 279-2399 View (516) 279-2399
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John R. McAteer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570  (Online Only)
I have extensive training in DBT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma work.
I enjoy working with a large spectrum of clients. From the intellectual client to the client who is emotionally aware, to the client who may have once been resistant to seeking treatment but is willing to explore it now. I have successfully worked with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, addiction, and relationship issues. Motivation to succeed and interest in change is my ideally compatible client.
I have extensive training in DBT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma work.
I enjoy working with a large spectrum of clients. From the intellectual client to the client who is emotionally aware, to the client who may have once been resistant to seeking treatment but is willing to explore it now. I have successfully worked with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, addiction, and relationship issues. Motivation to succeed and interest in change is my ideally compatible client.
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Stella Koltunov
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rockville Centre, NY 11570  (Online Only)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Imago Relationship Counseling is used to tailor the course of treatment to each client's needs.
Individual, couples, and family therapy is offered here regardless of age or cultural background. Collaborative approaches allow clients to not only manage their symptoms effectively, but to also improve their quality of life and relationships. Clients within the practice are encouraged to develop effective tools to get and keep positive lasting change.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Imago Relationship Counseling is used to tailor the course of treatment to each client's needs.
Individual, couples, and family therapy is offered here regardless of age or cultural background. Collaborative approaches allow clients to not only manage their symptoms effectively, but to also improve their quality of life and relationships. Clients within the practice are encouraged to develop effective tools to get and keep positive lasting change.
(516) 701-2114 View (516) 701-2114
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Pauline Walfisch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
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.
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.
(516) 714-5823 x3 View (516) 714-5823 x3
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Carolyn Crocker
MHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
I have experience working with adolescents and families of diverse backgrounds, both in academic and mental health settings. This was a great learning experience and allowed me to connect with individuals on a personal and emotional level. lI have facilitated groups after school, where individuals were invited to a safe space to discuss topics such as academics, family, and any personal problems they were going through. I have provided individual and group psychotherapy during my internship at Helping Hands Psychotherapy and led support groups through the Postpartum Resource Center of New York
I have experience working with adolescents and families of diverse backgrounds, both in academic and mental health settings. This was a great learning experience and allowed me to connect with individuals on a personal and emotional level. lI have facilitated groups after school, where individuals were invited to a safe space to discuss topics such as academics, family, and any personal problems they were going through. I have provided individual and group psychotherapy during my internship at Helping Hands Psychotherapy and led support groups through the Postpartum Resource Center of New York
(516) 715-4933 View (516) 715-4933
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Marielle Healy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Life can feel overwhelming at times and understanding how to manage what you are feeling and thinking can be difficult. Talking through your feelings may be uncomfortable, but learning about yourself and how to navigate your emotions, thoughts and behaviors can be rewarding.
Life can feel overwhelming at times and understanding how to manage what you are feeling and thinking can be difficult. Talking through your feelings may be uncomfortable, but learning about yourself and how to navigate your emotions, thoughts and behaviors can be rewarding.
(516) 614-6677 View (516) 614-6677
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Dr. Spencer Heiman
Psychologist, PsyD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
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).
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).
(516) 269-8331 View (516) 269-8331
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Gloria Schulman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, ACSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
It takes courage and strength to seek help when life seems overwhelming. Change is possible. My job will be to empower you to help make that happen. You will bring to me your worries and wishes. I will bring to you my over 20 years of experience and my confidence in the process of therapy. Your relationship with your therapist is the key to beginning to feel better. In my warm and comfortable office, we can do our work in an atmosphere of trust and hope.
It takes courage and strength to seek help when life seems overwhelming. Change is possible. My job will be to empower you to help make that happen. You will bring to me your worries and wishes. I will bring to you my over 20 years of experience and my confidence in the process of therapy. Your relationship with your therapist is the key to beginning to feel better. In my warm and comfortable office, we can do our work in an atmosphere of trust and hope.
(516) 243-8008 View (516) 243-8008
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Kim Cahalan
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
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.
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.
(516) 217-3849 View (516) 217-3849
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Amy Malkin-Ingoglia
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Does life feel overwhelming and not how you imagined it would be? Do you feel like you are a human "doing" instead of a human "being"? Do you feel anxious or depressed, hoping that happiness will come when people or circumstances change? Ultimately, you are the only person who has the ability to make the changes necessary to find inner peace and balance in your life. Let's work together to identify your personal strengths and use them to move you toward the life you want to live. You do not have to feel "stuck" forever.
Does life feel overwhelming and not how you imagined it would be? Do you feel like you are a human "doing" instead of a human "being"? Do you feel anxious or depressed, hoping that happiness will come when people or circumstances change? Ultimately, you are the only person who has the ability to make the changes necessary to find inner peace and balance in your life. Let's work together to identify your personal strengths and use them to move you toward the life you want to live. You do not have to feel "stuck" forever.
(516) 246-2115 View (516) 246-2115
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Rebecca Keenan
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Hello! I am happy that you're here and considering working with me! The therapeutic relationship is the groundwork for success. My work is focused on individuals, predominantly adolescents and adults, from many diverse backgrounds. My goal is to provide you with a nonjudgemental supportive environment while helping you navigate change within your life. Our work together can focus on many different things such as improving relationships, trauma, grief, life changes, depression, and anxiety.
Hello! I am happy that you're here and considering working with me! The therapeutic relationship is the groundwork for success. My work is focused on individuals, predominantly adolescents and adults, from many diverse backgrounds. My goal is to provide you with a nonjudgemental supportive environment while helping you navigate change within your life. Our work together can focus on many different things such as improving relationships, trauma, grief, life changes, depression, and anxiety.
(516) 963-1541 View (516) 963-1541
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Susan Oldis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
If human beings are hard wired to be in relationships, then why are they so difficult sometimes? Especially after the past couple of years (did someone say pandemic?), we can find ourselves going through conflict and stress with loved ones. Struggling to find ways to cope and communicate may lead to endless arguments or feelings of hopelessness. You don’t have to be alone in the struggle. I work with both couples and individuals experiencing addictions, anxiety, depression and loss. I approach therapy as a creative conversation that not only helps to "put out the fire" but also to figure out how it started to begin with.
If human beings are hard wired to be in relationships, then why are they so difficult sometimes? Especially after the past couple of years (did someone say pandemic?), we can find ourselves going through conflict and stress with loved ones. Struggling to find ways to cope and communicate may lead to endless arguments or feelings of hopelessness. You don’t have to be alone in the struggle. I work with both couples and individuals experiencing addictions, anxiety, depression and loss. I approach therapy as a creative conversation that not only helps to "put out the fire" but also to figure out how it started to begin with.
(516) 373-7850 View (516) 373-7850
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Elizabeth O'Keefe-Morse
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11571  (Online Only)
When you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or mentally stuck, it can impact every aspect of your life. These difficult emotions can get in the way of experiencing and participating in your life the way you want to. I specialize in helping people cope with anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness strategies to teach new ways to cope with painful thoughts and feelings.
When you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or mentally stuck, it can impact every aspect of your life. These difficult emotions can get in the way of experiencing and participating in your life the way you want to. I specialize in helping people cope with anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness strategies to teach new ways to cope with painful thoughts and feelings.
(516) 277-6121 View (516) 277-6121
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Kayla Allbright At Nassau Psychology Pc
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Kayla earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Hofstra University and is continuing her post-graduate licensing hours at Nassau Psychology. She has been working in the mental health field since 2019 in various settings, such as a previous internship at the Outpatient Behavioral Health Services department at Mercy Hospital.
Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Kayla earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Hofstra University and is continuing her post-graduate licensing hours at Nassau Psychology. She has been working in the mental health field since 2019 in various settings, such as a previous internship at the Outpatient Behavioral Health Services department at Mercy Hospital.
(516) 514-3606 View (516) 514-3606
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Louis Walthall At Nassau Psychology Pc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Book an appointment online via our website nassaupsychology.org! I provide a safe therapeutic space for my clients. My approach is to tailor the session to meet the challenges that you bring in. In our sessions, we'll utilize your existing strengths and build on them using CBT and other therapeutic methods. The goal of our time together will be to effectively address your personal life challenges. I work with children, teens, and adults suffering from ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder. I look to help my clients find a healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their coping skills.
Book an appointment online via our website nassaupsychology.org! I provide a safe therapeutic space for my clients. My approach is to tailor the session to meet the challenges that you bring in. In our sessions, we'll utilize your existing strengths and build on them using CBT and other therapeutic methods. The goal of our time together will be to effectively address your personal life challenges. I work with children, teens, and adults suffering from ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder. I look to help my clients find a healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their coping skills.
(516) 619-3054 View (516) 619-3054
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LaShaun Dean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville Centre, NY 11570  (Online Only)
Are you currently, struggling with depression, anxiety, sexuality, trauma, substance use, mental health, and work and life stress? Are you seeking to process your thoughts and feelings, overcome your trauma, and create a better future for yourself? Do you want to develop healthier coping strategies, explore boundary setting, and maintain your relationships that are most important to you? Finding a balance in life is often hard and poses challenges to even the strongest people.
Are you currently, struggling with depression, anxiety, sexuality, trauma, substance use, mental health, and work and life stress? Are you seeking to process your thoughts and feelings, overcome your trauma, and create a better future for yourself? Do you want to develop healthier coping strategies, explore boundary setting, and maintain your relationships that are most important to you? Finding a balance in life is often hard and poses challenges to even the strongest people.
(516) 908-9962 View (516) 908-9962
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Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.