ADHD Therapists in Saint James, NY
Are you having problems feeling calm, happy and satisfied? Are issues related to anxiety, self esteem, ADHD, family discord or a history of trauma getting in your way of contentment? Together we can work through difficult emotions and situations, life transitions, relationship challenges, and issues involving bereavement, parenting, and adoption. You can become a happier, more fulfilled version of yourself, and I can help!
Are you having problems feeling calm, happy and satisfied? Are issues related to anxiety, self esteem, ADHD, family discord or a history of trauma getting in your way of contentment? Together we can work through difficult emotions and situations, life transitions, relationship challenges, and issues involving bereavement, parenting, and adoption. You can become a happier, more fulfilled version of yourself, and I can help!
Special areas of interest comprise: Trauma, adult stress reduction, along with concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum disorders, and behavioral disorders.
Dr. Skolnik is a NYS Licensed Psychologist who received his doctorate in Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has extensive experience both assessing and treating children, adolescents, and adults in private and school settings. While trained and grounded in Cognitive-Behavior therapy, Dr. Skolnik incorporates a variety of evidence-based treatments to individualize a plan based on the needs and goals of each person he works with.
Special areas of interest comprise: Trauma, adult stress reduction, along with concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum disorders, and behavioral disorders.
Dr. Skolnik is a NYS Licensed Psychologist who received his doctorate in Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has extensive experience both assessing and treating children, adolescents, and adults in private and school settings. While trained and grounded in Cognitive-Behavior therapy, Dr. Skolnik incorporates a variety of evidence-based treatments to individualize a plan based on the needs and goals of each person he works with.
JoAnna Randisi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint James, NY 11780
As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I am passionate about creating a warm and safe environment without judgment for clients to express themselves and share their stories. I offer empathy and empowerment to cultivate positive change and promote overall emotional and mental wellness. Whether you are a child, a teenager, or an adult struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, and/or family dynamics, we will work together toward establishing your goals and equipping you with coping skills for your daily life. No matter what you are coming to therapy for, know that you are not alone.
As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I am passionate about creating a warm and safe environment without judgment for clients to express themselves and share their stories. I offer empathy and empowerment to cultivate positive change and promote overall emotional and mental wellness. Whether you are a child, a teenager, or an adult struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, and/or family dynamics, we will work together toward establishing your goals and equipping you with coping skills for your daily life. No matter what you are coming to therapy for, know that you are not alone.
Dr. Johanna deLeyer-Tiarks
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint James, NY 11780
Dr. Johanna deLeyer-Tiarks conducts psychological-diagnostic and neuropsychological evaluations using a variety of comprehensive and scientifically-sound assessment methods in order to accurately diagnose psychological, learning, and behavioral disabilities. She is a psychologist, researcher, and professor, with years of experience specializing in psychological assessment. Dr. deLeyer-Tiarks is also a professor where she teaches doctoral students how to conduct intellectual, behavioral, and personality assessments.
Dr. Johanna deLeyer-Tiarks conducts psychological-diagnostic and neuropsychological evaluations using a variety of comprehensive and scientifically-sound assessment methods in order to accurately diagnose psychological, learning, and behavioral disabilities. She is a psychologist, researcher, and professor, with years of experience specializing in psychological assessment. Dr. deLeyer-Tiarks is also a professor where she teaches doctoral students how to conduct intellectual, behavioral, and personality assessments.
Tranquil Transformations LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint James, NY 11780
As a therapist specializing in various mental health issues, anxiety, and depression for both children and adults, I prioritize kindness, empathy, and solutions. I create a safe space for clients to explore challenges, guiding them with active listening and collaboration towards practical solutions and coping strategies. I advocate for systemic change and promote mental health awareness in educational settings, believing in the worth of every individual's journey towards healing and growth.
As a therapist specializing in various mental health issues, anxiety, and depression for both children and adults, I prioritize kindness, empathy, and solutions. I create a safe space for clients to explore challenges, guiding them with active listening and collaboration towards practical solutions and coping strategies. I advocate for systemic change and promote mental health awareness in educational settings, believing in the worth of every individual's journey towards healing and growth.
Hello! We’re an ABA practice, with an emphasis in creating a supportive community for the families we service. No more one size fits all models, we provide more for our families. A place where families can come together and lean on one another. Where children can come in, learn, and grow together. We have specially trained BCBAs who care about our children, and want more for the families they work with. From daily living skills to communication and sensory needs, our staff is there to support each child grow in their own way. We provide high quality evidence base practices, with transparency. ABA with heart.
Hello! We’re an ABA practice, with an emphasis in creating a supportive community for the families we service. No more one size fits all models, we provide more for our families. A place where families can come together and lean on one another. Where children can come in, learn, and grow together. We have specially trained BCBAs who care about our children, and want more for the families they work with. From daily living skills to communication and sensory needs, our staff is there to support each child grow in their own way. We provide high quality evidence base practices, with transparency. ABA with heart.
Therapy is a collaborative partnership that functions optimally when there is a positive, working alliance and authentic attachment between a client and therapist. Goals must be focused and must reflect the issues that are most compelling for the client. A therapist should be nonjudgmental, empathetic and present. Respect for each client's journey supports the development of trust and connection, allowing each client to develop a new and empowering narrative that helps them to reshape their lives.
Therapy is a collaborative partnership that functions optimally when there is a positive, working alliance and authentic attachment between a client and therapist. Goals must be focused and must reflect the issues that are most compelling for the client. A therapist should be nonjudgmental, empathetic and present. Respect for each client's journey supports the development of trust and connection, allowing each client to develop a new and empowering narrative that helps them to reshape their lives.
Looking for the right therapist can sometimes seem to be a daunting and overwhelming task. It is often difficult to find just the right fit. I am a New York State licensed psychologist as well as a retired New York State certified school psychologist. I have been in clinical practice in the St. James/ Smithtown area since 1996. I work with both adults and children who are coping with symptoms of anxiety and depression, often in response to challenging and stressful life events such as a traumatic loss or a difficult transition. I try to make therapy a warm and supportive experience.
Looking for the right therapist can sometimes seem to be a daunting and overwhelming task. It is often difficult to find just the right fit. I am a New York State licensed psychologist as well as a retired New York State certified school psychologist. I have been in clinical practice in the St. James/ Smithtown area since 1996. I work with both adults and children who are coping with symptoms of anxiety and depression, often in response to challenging and stressful life events such as a traumatic loss or a difficult transition. I try to make therapy a warm and supportive experience.
Nicole Marchese
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint James, NY 11780
Someone ready and willing to engage in the therapeutic process, motivated to make positive changes in their life, and committed to their personal growth and well-being.
Someone ready and willing to engage in the therapeutic process, motivated to make positive changes in their life, and committed to their personal growth and well-being.
Are you looking to create a richer, more fulfilling life? Whether you're moving through one of life's many transitions, having relationship problems, or suffering from an illness like depression, anxiety, or chronic pain, I have the experience and skills to join you to explore the barriers that may be both hindering you as well as creating additional suffering in your experience. In therapy, I will support you to identify your strengths and build new skills and behaviors to support your goals and to enhance your well-being.
Are you looking to create a richer, more fulfilling life? Whether you're moving through one of life's many transitions, having relationship problems, or suffering from an illness like depression, anxiety, or chronic pain, I have the experience and skills to join you to explore the barriers that may be both hindering you as well as creating additional suffering in your experience. In therapy, I will support you to identify your strengths and build new skills and behaviors to support your goals and to enhance your well-being.
Jennifer Romanski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Saint James, NY 11780
For the past 25 years, I have been working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. My experience includes individual, family, and couples counseling. I believe the client-counselor relationship is built on trust and empathy in a safe and compassionate environment. In my practice, I utilize a strengths perspective to empower my clients to reach their personal goals and feel more fulfilled.
For the past 25 years, I have been working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. My experience includes individual, family, and couples counseling. I believe the client-counselor relationship is built on trust and empathy in a safe and compassionate environment. In my practice, I utilize a strengths perspective to empower my clients to reach their personal goals and feel more fulfilled.
Long Island Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint James, NY 11780
Are you or your children going through a difficult time; feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or angry? Is your family, work or relationship suffering? We can help you process and understand these emotions and show you how to overcome the obstacles that are preventing you from feeling happy.
Are you or your children going through a difficult time; feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or angry? Is your family, work or relationship suffering? We can help you process and understand these emotions and show you how to overcome the obstacles that are preventing you from feeling happy.
With several years in the field of psychotherapy, I have worked with an array of different issues, such as: Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Career Issues, Stress management, Coping Skills, Anger Management, Bereavement and loss, PTSD, Depression, Parenting skills, Adjustment issues, School issues, and Separation/Divorce issues.
With several years in the field of psychotherapy, I have worked with an array of different issues, such as: Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, Career Issues, Stress management, Coping Skills, Anger Management, Bereavement and loss, PTSD, Depression, Parenting skills, Adjustment issues, School issues, and Separation/Divorce issues.
"Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." - C.G. Jung. The process of self-reflection can both be illuminating and freeing. By shining the light of awareness on that which is unknown, you are on the path to personal growth and unlocking your innate potential. Do you feel stuck and overwhelmed? Do you desire balance within your own being? Or as if you are merely existing rather than living the life you truly wish? Taking the first step and reaching out for help is truly an exercise in courage.
"Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." - C.G. Jung. The process of self-reflection can both be illuminating and freeing. By shining the light of awareness on that which is unknown, you are on the path to personal growth and unlocking your innate potential. Do you feel stuck and overwhelmed? Do you desire balance within your own being? Or as if you are merely existing rather than living the life you truly wish? Taking the first step and reaching out for help is truly an exercise in courage.
Prof. Demi Kostouros
Counselor, LMHC, RBT, Lcoach, Couples, ADHD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint James, NY 11780
Struggling in your relationship? Whether you're dealing with the aftermath of infidelity, facing communication, trust and intimacy issues, feeling like your partner doesn't understand you, or dealing with a divorce, we' re here! What sets us apart is our structured approach. We'll start with weekly sessions, then transition to biweekly, and eventually monthly meetings. Plus, after your "graduation", we'll have two check-ins per year to ensure those healthy habits stick. In between sessions, we'll assign tasks to work on your relationship, and you'll have access to us outside of appointments for advice and support.
Struggling in your relationship? Whether you're dealing with the aftermath of infidelity, facing communication, trust and intimacy issues, feeling like your partner doesn't understand you, or dealing with a divorce, we' re here! What sets us apart is our structured approach. We'll start with weekly sessions, then transition to biweekly, and eventually monthly meetings. Plus, after your "graduation", we'll have two check-ins per year to ensure those healthy habits stick. In between sessions, we'll assign tasks to work on your relationship, and you'll have access to us outside of appointments for advice and support.
My work is shaped by the knowledge that we all have the capacity to grow and learn through our life experiences. I believe that sometimes our most difficult experiences can bring us our greatest life lessons. I work collaboratively with children, adolescents, and adults to build on strengths, develop new strategies, and work to remove obstacles holding them back from reaching their fullest potential in life.
My work is shaped by the knowledge that we all have the capacity to grow and learn through our life experiences. I believe that sometimes our most difficult experiences can bring us our greatest life lessons. I work collaboratively with children, adolescents, and adults to build on strengths, develop new strategies, and work to remove obstacles holding them back from reaching their fullest potential in life.
Amy Sheridan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint James, NY 11780
“Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you're going" (Shpancer, Ph.D.). Each of us is on a personal journey striving to be our best selves. Sometimes, these journeys can leave us feeling unequipped to navigate their rough terrain. For most, this is the human experience. While we can't escape the realities and emotions of this experience, we can certainly learn more effective ways to cope. We can find ways to be gentler, more loving, and kinder to ourselves so that we may share this with our loved ones and our community.
“Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you're going" (Shpancer, Ph.D.). Each of us is on a personal journey striving to be our best selves. Sometimes, these journeys can leave us feeling unequipped to navigate their rough terrain. For most, this is the human experience. While we can't escape the realities and emotions of this experience, we can certainly learn more effective ways to cope. We can find ways to be gentler, more loving, and kinder to ourselves so that we may share this with our loved ones and our community.
Do you feel overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Are you stuck in self-defeating behavior patterns that you want to change? The good news is, if you are reading this, you have already taken the first step. Seeking help can seem intimidating; sometimes we are afraid to admit we might need it. The reality is: we all need help sometimes. I am dedicated to helping those who are brave enough to take that first step.
Do you feel overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Are you stuck in self-defeating behavior patterns that you want to change? The good news is, if you are reading this, you have already taken the first step. Seeking help can seem intimidating; sometimes we are afraid to admit we might need it. The reality is: we all need help sometimes. I am dedicated to helping those who are brave enough to take that first step.
Susanne Carmello
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CASAC-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint James, NY 11780
It takes courage and strength to reach out for support during trying and challenging times. Therapy allows us to connect more deeply with ourselves, and tap into the power of being vulnerable in order to heal and strengthen. I am honored to accompany you on your journey to self-discovery while providing skillful guidance and resources along the way to help foster positive manifestation and emotional regulation. I am a client-centered psychotherapist focusing on empowering people through unique and evidence-based approaches to therapy. I am a certified Clinical Supervisor offering:
It takes courage and strength to reach out for support during trying and challenging times. Therapy allows us to connect more deeply with ourselves, and tap into the power of being vulnerable in order to heal and strengthen. I am honored to accompany you on your journey to self-discovery while providing skillful guidance and resources along the way to help foster positive manifestation and emotional regulation. I am a client-centered psychotherapist focusing on empowering people through unique and evidence-based approaches to therapy. I am a certified Clinical Supervisor offering:
Sunshine Therapy LCSW P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Saint James, NY 11780
Our mission at Sunshine Therapy LCSW P.C. is to provide evidence-based, goal-oriented therapy to help you and/or your family achieve optimal mental health and wellness. If you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic stress, relationship struggles or having a difficult time adjusting to life as a new parent — we can help. Psychotherapy can provide the support you need to help you find your way towards a better life. Even if you’re feeling lost now, we can help guide you in making lasting, positive changes in your life.
Our mission at Sunshine Therapy LCSW P.C. is to provide evidence-based, goal-oriented therapy to help you and/or your family achieve optimal mental health and wellness. If you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic stress, relationship struggles or having a difficult time adjusting to life as a new parent — we can help. Psychotherapy can provide the support you need to help you find your way towards a better life. Even if you’re feeling lost now, we can help guide you in making lasting, positive changes in your life.
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ADHD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.