MVP Health Care Therapists in Seaford, NY

**EMAIL IS BEST* You and I will work together to face the challenges you may have. As a Social Worker & Certified Life Coach, I am committed to helping you find your strength and motivation so you can accomplish your goals. I adapt my work method to meet the needs for each of my patients. Together we will make changes and work to achieve a less anxious life. Everyone feels anxious at times. Worrying can be helpful when it spurs you to take action and solve a problem. But if you're preoccupied with "what ifs" and worst-case scenarios, worry becomes a problem. Anxiety and constant worry maybe holding you back from your goals.

Welcome, and bravo for reaching out for help. The fact that you are searching for a therapist in your area means that you are insightful, brave, and ready to take the journey toward living your best life! My name is Carol McKinney, Executive Director of Victory Recovery Partners in Massapequa, NY. I am a NYS licensed professional who is passionate about helping individuals with substance abuse and/or alcohol issues reach their road to recovery.

Embarking on a journey toward mental well-being requires a nuanced and personalized approach, and I am here to guide you through it. Specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, and addiction, I bring a wealth of experience to our therapeutic relationship. Recognizing the challenge of accepting mental health struggles, I offer unwavering support and understanding. In our sessions, I integrate Motivational Interviewing and a blended approach, combining evidence-based practices tailored to your unique needs.

Have you ever experienced an event that completely changed your view of the world? Do you feel afraid, alone and unsure of where to turn? Are you experiencing intrusive thoughts, when you least expect it or even nightmares? Trauma has lasting physical and emotional effects that can leave you tired, jumpy, anxious, feeling ashamed, exposed, insecure and wondering who you can trust. Do you find yourself wondering why you haven't found the love you want in your relationships? Do you believe no matter what you say or do for your significant other, it's never the "right thing" or "good enough"?

Are you someone who has been feeling "stuck" and unclear how to move forward? Do you struggle with managing your emotions and experiences in life? Whether you have experience with counseling or are seeking treatment for the first time, I'm here to support you on your journey - whatever it may look like. Do you struggle with anxiety in daily life? Low mood? Do you feel as if your past experiences have imprinted you in a negative way? Do these struggles affect your interpersonal relationships and self-esteem? If so, know you are not alone.

What do we do when everything in our world, and the world around us, no longer feels safe and secure? Who do we turn to when our very foundation has been rocked? There are times in our lives when we face challenges. You do not have to struggle every day! You do not have to do it alone! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in the field for over 20 years. I specialize in working with those who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse and family conflict. You are not alone, we are all in this together.

Are you unhappy or unfulfilled in your life, your marriage, your job? Having difficulty dealing with the stress of infertility, postpartum or parenting? Perhaps you are feeling stressed, tired, anxious, depressed? Or are you thinking about Bariatric surgery and want to explore emotional connection to surgery or need an Evaluation? Let me help you! I am a practicing psychotherapist for over 20 years. I have experience with children, adolescents and adults. Dealing with Depression, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Marriage and Family issues, etc.

My personal philosophy in life is that you can do anything you set your mind to when you have the support and faith to spur you forward. Without support or a belief system, I believe it’s harder if not impossible to be a better/matured version of yourself. If you have felt stuck or felt unmotivated by life's present challenges or past hurts and pains or just overwhelmed by it all, You have a place to find that comfort, guidance, and solutions, where it was believed there, were not.

I strive to create an open and comfortable environment where individuals can feel safe to be in touch with their inner experiences. I believe we all have the ability to lead meaningful, satisfying lives, and with the right focus and support, it is always within reach. I strive to help my clients find the goodness in their own lives, though often it may be hard and confusing. It is my greatest hope and pleasure to be a supporter, to help people navigate their way through relationships and challenges, allowing them to live life in a meaningful way.

We are all experts of our own lives. Through collaboration, I strive to help my clients identify the coping and problem solving skills that produce the results they want. I also believe that a neutral, non-judgmental, listening ear of someone who cares can make all the difference in achieving goals, feeling greater peace, and living a more authentic life.

I am passionate about creating an inviting, judgment-free environment for individuals looking to discuss their unique experiences as well as the obstacles that come with them. My goal as a clinician is to empower those seeking support and uplift individuals by adhering to collaborative, client-centered approaches.

My therapeutic style involves an eclectic and collaborative approach. I work with children, adolescences, adults and couples.There are many different kinds of psychotherapy. Along the therapeutic process we will match the mode of therapy to your specific concern, need and preference. Everyone is different and unique in their own way. I work with you to tailor the counseling process and make it an enjoyable and effective experience.

My goal as a mental health counselor is to help and guide my clients towards achieving inner peace and stability to live a balanced life. Life can be full of concerns, struggles, and difficulties that cause anxiety, depression, peer and family conflicts, unwanted stress. In providing a safe and non-judgemental space, my clients are able to work on developing new coping strategies, positive behaviors, and healthy thinking. True happiness and joy is found once we achieve balance and find happiness within ourselves. "Be the change that you wish to see in the world"~Gandhi

When a person decides to seek counseling, they often feel vulnerable and overwhelmed by their emotions. My office provides a safe and comfortable setting to begin the healing process. I am a non-judgmental, compassionate listener with a proven record of engaging clients in a supportive, goal-oriented therapeutic relationship. Sessions are tailored to the specific needs of each client while utilizing various therapeutic approaches to treatment.

Reaching out is the first step in finding your safe space to explore your life experiences while healing the most important relationship in your life, the one you have with yourself. My approach as a therapist is to help you feel safe, heard, and comfortable while working toward your therapeutic goals. I meet each individual exactly where they are and utilize various therapeutic tools to elicit more self-compassion and provide understanding, comfort, and growth to guide you through your personal healing.